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Los bailarines de TikTok están atrapados en una secta que se hace pasar por una empresa de gestión llamada 7M. A medida que los bailarines y antiguos miembros escapan y trabajan para reconstruir sus vidas, se unen para poner fin al ciclo y sanar.

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“Learn to use the criticism as fuel and you will never run out of energy.” – Orrin WoodwardHow do you handle the haters? I posted a video recently that has 3.7M+ views on Instagram alone, attracting 5,500+ comments. Here is if you want to check it out: https://instagram.com/p/DH9aWVYTwhjIn this minisode, we dive into why the haters are wrong—and how you can leverage social media for attention.Onward,JamesPS —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join 20K+ other subscribers on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week's Espresso covers news from IORQ, Monato, Creditop, and more!Outline of this episode:[00:30] – Stone secures $54M from IDB Invest[00:41] – IORQ launches with $6.4M round[00:49] – BlindPay raises $3.3M to expand operations[01:00] – FanBase raises $920K to expand internationally[01:12] – Monato raises $13M to expand services[01:24] – Creditop raises $3.7M to expand point-of-sale financing[01:36] – Saf.money raises pre-seed to scale cross-border paytech[01:50] – Olist acquires Flip Resources & people mentioned:Startups: Stone, IORQ, BlindPay, FanBase, Monato,Creditop, Saf.money, Olist, Flip VCs: IDB Invest, Monashees, ONEVC, Upload Ventures, Norte Ventures, DOMO.VC, OutField Monashees, FinTech Collective, Collide Capital

Don opens with a rant about Wall Street's love of unnecessary complexity, focusing on “structured equity products” and other layered investments that promise protection but deliver lower returns at higher costs. The discussion covers the deceptive pitch, the billions invested in these products, and why a straightforward stock/bond mix is usually better. Larry Swedroe's principles for prudent investing are highlighted, along with a reminder about diversification beyond the S&P 500—especially into international and emerging markets. Listener questions cover how to measure global exposure, medical IRA withdrawals, ETF dividend taxation, eliminating Empower as a middleman, and whether reinvesting dividends affects tax treatment (it doesn't). The episode wraps with personal anecdotes from Don's brokerage days, the evolution of his investing philosophy, and a few tech frustrations. 0:04 Don's Wall Street rant on complexity and costs 1:12 Structured equity products and why they're pitched 2:27 How they work and why fees are high 3:53 Study shows 7% annual drag vs. benchmarks 5:06 New AQR hedged/leveraged funds at 2.31% expense 7:02 Swedroe's investing principles: peer-reviewed, low-cost, no timing 8:56 Importance of global diversification and emerging markets history 12:18 Listener Q: Measuring U.S. vs. non-U.S. exposure 13:44 Listener Q: Moving assets from Empower to Schwab 14:31 Listener Q: IRA withdrawals for medical expenses 17:36 Listener Q: ETF dividends—reinvest or not? 18:45 ETF tax advantage vs. mutual funds explained 19:17 Listener praise for Don's principles leading to $1.7M portfolio 21:37 Don's broker days selling high-fee products 23:30 Transition to radio and Business Radio Network 24:56 Call-in question pipeline is full for upcoming shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most firms think growth means chasing new clients. But your next big revenue leap is already sitting in your existing client base.In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast, Ed Chan unpacks how to:✅ Monetise existing clients without feeling “salesy”✅ Use a Monetisation Sheet to uncover hidden revenue✅ Build a referral system that brings in A-class clients✅ Avoid scaling chaos by fixing your foundation firstIf you're spending on ads while ignoring your current clients, this episode will shift your mindset and show you a smarter way to grow.________________ 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

Success doesn't come from working harder, it comes from thinking differently.In this episode, I talk with Bruce Eckfeldt, strategic coach and 5x Inc. 500 founder, about how to shift from founder mode to CEO-level thinking. If you're feeling the strain of growth and wondering why your business feels harder at $7M than it did at $1M, Bruce breaks down how to restructure your team, planning, and priorities to build something sustainable.What we cover:What separates founders from strategic CEOsThe building blocks of scalable, sellable businessesWhy a 3-day strategy sprint can reveal your biggest blind spotsHow to start thinking—and acting—for your business's long game

How to Solve the Real Problem Killing Your Profit with Doug C. Brown   Why Sales ≠ Profit—And the Blind Spots That Bleed Cash   The Profit Gap: Why More Sales Might Be Making You Broke You're pushing for more revenue. Your team is grinding. But your bank balance isn't growing. In fact, you're more stressed, your margins are tighter, and your team is overwhelmed.   Why? Because most businesses chase symptoms—like “bad sales teams” or “slow growth”—instead of finding and fixing the true root cause.   Doug C. Brown, a $900M revenue growth expert, exposes the hidden math, decision blind spots, and operational leaks that silently kill profit… even in high-revenue companies.   If you're running faster but falling further behind, this episode is your wake-up call.   In This Episode You'll Learn: Why your biggest profit leaks never show up on your P&L. How a simple math-based model predicts revenue and risk. The deadly myth of “more sales = more profit” (and what to do instead). Why follow-up failures cost you more than bad leads. How to stop being held hostage by top salespeople.   Key Takeaways (Costly Mistakes & Blind Spots): You're solving symptoms, not root causes.. Most owners blame sales teams, not systems. Doug shows how tracking lagging indicators masks the real issues. Revenue can bankrupt you. One client scaled from $5.7M to $8.2M in three weeks—and imploded because ops couldn't handle the growth. You're losing 6–7 figures in slow follow-up. Many companies take 28+ days to follow up on leads. Doug's framework closes this loop—and closes more deals. Poor cash flow ≠ pricing problem—it's a terms problem. A utility pole company nearly collapsed waiting 180 days for payments. Doug explains how to fix your pay-cycle math. You don't need more clients—you need better ones. 90% of profit often comes from 10% of clients. But you're spending your energy on the wrong 90%. Doug teaches how to flip that math.   About Doug C. Brown: Doug C. Brown is CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and a globally recognized sales revenue and profit growth expert. He's built 35+ businesses and driven over $900 million in sales—helping companies like Intuit, Procter & Gamble, and Tony Robbins' organizations scale smarter.   Former President of Sales for Tony Robbins & Chet Holmes, Doug is known for his math-based, cause-first approach to revenue growth. His latest venture, Vibitno, is revolutionizing follow-up automation to fix one of the biggest leaks in sales: speed to response.   Links: Website (CEO Sales Strategies): https://ceosalesstrategies.com/ Vibitno: https://vibitno.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dougcbrown123/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougbrown123/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougcbrown_/ Follow-Up Masterclass: http://ceosalesstrategies.com/stoptheleak   Ready to Stop the Bleed? If you're tired of “working harder” and want to make more by fixing less, it's time to stop solving symptoms and start fixing root causes. Listen to this episode and ask: Where are you bleeding cash—without even knowing it?   Listen now. Then look at your scoreboard. Small shifts = big profit.   #ProfitFirst #BusinessGrowth #CashFlowFix #SmartScaling #RevenueLeaks #ProfitClarity #OwnerPay #StrategicFinance #MathOverMyth #FixTheCauseNotTheSymptom   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitanswerman Sign up to be notified when the next cohort of the Profit First Experience Course is available! Profit First Toolkit: https://lp.profitcomesfirst.com/landing-page-page  Relay Bank (affiliate link): https://relayfi.com/?referralcode=profitcomesfirst Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitanswerman/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ Music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs. #profitfirst

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit https://cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use code DRG for 30% OFF your first order. Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $300 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Most clear aligner treatments fail because providers can only move tooth crowns, not roots - leading to relapse and patients wondering if they wore their retainer enough. The clear aligner industry continues despite poor outcomes while patients blame themselves.In this eye-opening episode, Two Front CEO Ingrid Murra exposes the shocking truth about orthodontics and reveals her journey from practicing orthodontist to building a $7M company with 40+ team members. Orthodontics isn't cosmetic - it's health treatment preventing tens of thousands in future dental work. Misaligned bites cause permanent enamel wear, leading to crowns, root canals, and expensive procedures starting in your 40s. Ingrid identifies a key barrier for Latino entrepreneurs: cultural programming that doesn't emphasize emotional intelligence or effective communication. As Latinas earn less than other demographics, communication becomes economic empowerment. Her framework for business evolution includes deep commitment to serving others, strong self-belief, and staying present in each moment. With Latino Americans set to represent 30% of the US population in 5-10 years, breaking cultural patterns becomes an economic necessity. Business becomes a vehicle for personal growth when built on service and authentic leadership. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:50 - The Invisalign Deception 6:00 - Why Pulling Teeth Is Dangerous 11:15 - From Angry Entrepreneur to Conscious Leader 19:35 - The Three Hardest Challenges Every Entrepreneur Faces 29:15 - How Psychedelics Saved Her from Burnout 36:50 - Two Front: Revolutionizing Orthodontic Care 45:45 - The Communication Code for Success 50:10 - Empowerment Through Communication

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupYuki Kinoshita returns to the DTC Podcast with an inside look at how Plufl turned viral buzz into sustainable growth. Since his first appearance, the brand has passed $4M in sales, added new SKUs like the Hugl cooling pillow, and faced a near-$8M retail setback due to sudden U.S. tariffs.In this episode, Yuki breaks down how Plufl:Navigated a 145% import tariff while keeping prices stableCut landed costs by $10+ per unit by reengineering their packagingTransitioned from novelty product to year-round problem-solverLeveraged creator content and press placements to power top-of-funnelUsed customer pain points to inform product developmentFor DTC founders navigating platform volatility, sourcing challenges, and product innovation, this episode delivers tactical insight.Timestamps:00:00 How Plufl went viral and dealt with knockoffs02:00 Shark Tank, tariffs, and losing $7M in retail deals08:00 Why Vietnam manufacturing isn't always cheaper12:00 Cutting COGS with packaging and operations18:00 The product that made Plufl profitable year-round24:00 Creating pet-parent solutions from customer feedback28:00 Seven figures from QVC and shopping networks32:00 PR, gift guides, and listicles as growth levers34:00 TikTok creator seeding and whitelisting strategy38:00 What's next for Plufl and the foundersHashtags:#d2cpodcast #plufl #dtcbrands #founderstory #ecommercegrowth #retailstrategy #tiktokmarketing #tariffimpact #prstrategy #productlaunch Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

Beşiktaş are officially out of the UEFA Europa League following a 2-0 defeat against Shakhtar Donetsk in Warsaw, Poland—losing 6-2 on aggregate. The Black Eagles now drop into the UEFA Conference League, where they'll face Irish side St. Patrick's Athletic in the playoff round. The first leg will be played **next week in Dublin at 20:45 CEST**, with the return leg in **Istanbul a week later at 20:00 CEST (21:00 local time)**. With this European exit, **is Ole Gunnar Solskjær already on the hot seat** as Beşiktaş manager? Meanwhile, the club has **sold Gedson Fernandes to Spartak Moscow** for €20.7M + €7.3M in potential bonuses (totaling up to €28M). Rising star **Semih Kılıçsoy is also set for a loan move to Serie A side Cagliari**, with a medical scheduled in Italy. As for incoming transfers, Beşiktaş fans are still waiting. Club president **Serdal Adalı** was caught on camera telling a supporter that a **new winger is expected to arrive “within the next 10 days.”**

The internet is full of memes about positive thinking. I saw this quote a few days ago:"The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude." At first glance, it contains some truth. Of course, the way we think about things can influence our relationship with them. But taken too far, this kind of thinking turns into something insidious and destructive. In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast, we explore the darker side of positive thinking. https://youtu.be/E0JCsl_u_7M?si=XAHxf4c2LB578QIr I remember hearing someone suggest replacing 'have to' with 'get to' as a way to live with more gratitude for things we take for granted. Again, that can definitely be a useful reframe at times. But the associated claim that words impact thoughts and thoughts are the only thing that create our reality can quickly become an imprisoning and judgemental superstition. Toxic positivity encourages emotional suppression and shame, where anything other than optimism is considered weakness or failure. You've Only Got Yourself To Blame If we follow the logic that our thoughts dictate our reality to its extreme, we land in a society shaped by what philosopher Byung-Chul Han calls the achievement imperative. In this world, external rules are replaced by internal commands. We no longer respond to "you should" or "you must." Instead, we internalise the injunction to perpetually "live our passion," "find our purpose," and "optimise our potential." Han quotes Tony Robbins, who promotes this mindset by saying,"When you set a goal, you've committed to CANI (Constant, Never-Ending Improvement)! You've acknowledged the need that all human beings have for constant, never-ending improvement. There is a power in the pressure of dissatisfaction, in the tension of temporary discomfort. This is the kind of pain you want in your life." This leads to a permanent state of temporary discomfort. There is always something to optimise, improve, and change. Never rest. Never be satisfied. The Problem With Pathological Positivity Toxic positivity - we might describe it as pathological positivity (though I've seen a book of that name painting it as a desirable state of being, so that's a bit odd)- thrives on the belief that we should reframe negative thoughts. But there is a big difference between resistance and repression. A good comparison comes from Viktor Frankl, the Holocaust survivor, founder of logotherapy and author of Man's Search for Meaning. He wrote:"We who lived in concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread. They may have been few in number, but they offer sufficient proof that everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way". Choosing Your Response vs Blaming Your Attitude Unlike self-help slogans, Frankl's words do not offer easy comfort. He was not promoting positive thinking. He was describing something he observed in those who were stripped of their humanity and subjected to unimaginable suffering. For Frankl, attitude was not a shortcut to happiness or material prosperity, but a form of resistance and an expression of power over an oppressor. It was a way to maintain dignity in the face of dehumanisation. His message was not about pretending things are okay, but about facing reality with courage and integrity. This contrasts with James Allen's 1903 As a Man Thinketh, often credited with laying the foundation for mindset-focused personal development and the Law of Attraction. Allen writes:"All that a man achieves and all that he fails to achieve is the direct result of his own thoughts.""Suffering is always the effect of wrong thought." These statements are not just simplistic. They can be dangerous. They suggest that all suffering is self-inflicted, that illness, grief,

We're back! In this episode, Jade and Kirby talk about their big July changes (Jade's cross-country move and Kirby's “month out of the office”), break down Astronomer's hilarious PR move featuring Gwyneth Paltrow, and explore how Instagram is becoming more of a search platform. Plus, we showcase the EZ Breezy Neck Fan—a perfect product for summer—and celebrate Coshocton County's $58.7M economic development grant!

A collection of our favorite sex stories from this past week... It's The Frisky Friday Files from Turned On With Sue & John!Sex With Sue's, Sue McGarvie and radio host, The Milkman spotlight this summer's wettest trend, Scuba Kink and obsessions with inflatables!Also this week:- The Rise of Erotic Gifting: Lube on the First Date? - Katy Perry & Trudeau (Like father, like son?) AND Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson (she does have a type, it seems!)- Harry Styles' New Double-Sided Vibrator- Scent Kinks: The Rise of “Crotch Musk” Colognes - Spank Retreats: Impact Play Enters the Corporate World - Lube Shortage 2025: Slide Into Panic Mode - Foodie Fetish Frenzy: Sploshing Goes Gourmet - US Government Destroying $9.7M in Condoms- “Watersports” ... The Confusion Is a Real Thing - Gym-Goer Hides Naked in Tanning Bed- Florida Man caught on cam having sex with Olaf doll at TargetOur sponsors: www.edenfantasys.comOur website: www.turnedonpodcast.com - and be sure to join our new Facebook group!

Happy Gilmore 2 is all the rage right now, coming in with a record 46.7M views in its first 3 days. Riggs is back and we delve deeper into our real, hard, candid takes on everything about the iconic sequel. Bryson has a few new videos circulating; we weigh in honestly on those. Plus: An outrageous air travel story, comparing gravity and space to God, and a glowing review of Gamble Sands and its new Scarecrow Course which opens this week.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod

Eli Rubel is a serial entrepreneur, best known as the "Agency Profitability Guy." Since 2020, his portfolio of agencies has produced over $9.8M in profits—all while maintaining part-time hours and full-time freedom. In this episode, Eli breaks down exactly how anyone can build (or scale) a service business—plus what it takes to turn it into a lifestyle asset that runs without you. On this episode we talk about: Eli's entrepreneurial roots: setting up a photo studio in his parents' garage, learning the lessons of low-wage jobs (room service at an hourly motel), and how early initiative shaped his career vision Starting and scaling agencies: from his first agency, Matter Made (a B2B performance marketing shop), to No Boring Design (brand/design for SaaS companies), and Profit Labs (helping agency owners boost profit margins) Why agency services are the ideal scalable side hustle: you can start solo as a freelancer, ramp up to replace (or surpass) your day-job income, and ultimately build a seven-figure company with qualified operators The proven roadmap for new agency founders: identify in-demand services (paid media, design, marketing automation, sales support, cold email, etc.), connect with industry experts, and model the playbook on what works—no need to reinvent the wheel Eli's personal story: pivoting from CEO of VC-backed startups and e-commerce turnarounds to building cash-generating, low-stress agencies that let him spend more time with family ("the tricycle life") The playbook: how Eli went from $0 to $40,000/month in personal net income within three months by leveraging his network, hiring great operators, and focusing on what he does best—relationships, vision, and assembling world-class teams The agency profit formula: stop doing the technical work yourself, hire/partner with people you trust, and empower them to do what you can't (or won't) Why AI is about to disrupt agencies—why you should “make hay while there's hay to be made,” but prepare for a new wave where niche expertise and AI/automation consulting become the next big opportunities How AI agencies (helping local businesses implement and automate with tools like HighLevel) could be the new “social media agency” gold rush for ambitious, young, or tech-savvy entrepreneurs Eli's advice: focus first on what's proven to bring in revenue, then use your earnings and freedom to pursue higher-purpose projects or passion businesses down the road Top 3 Takeaways Agencies Offer Scalable, Flexible Income: Proven models like paid media, design, and marketing are easy to start and scale—no reinvention needed, just execution and networking. Play to Your Unique Strengths: Don't force yourself to do what you hate—partner with those who are better at the technical work, and focus on your unique edge (relationships, vision, operations, deal-making). AI is the Next Massive Opportunity: Traditional agencies will be squeezed by AI, but that creates demand for those who can help small businesses adopt, automate, and run leaner-than-ever operations. Notable Quotes “Within three months we'd already surpassed my goal—$40,000 a month net income—and by three years, we'd produced $7M in profit.” “I have never deployed a single client dollar or been inside of a client's ad account since 2020. My superpower is assembling great people and letting them win.” “Soon, AI will put 80% of agency businesses out of business. But if you get great at implementing it for specific niches today, there are millions to be made.” Connect with Eli Rubel: Website: https://www.elirubel.com/

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Lisa Steven never imagined her journey as a teen mom would lead to founding an award-winning nonprofit that transforms the lives of thousands of young mothers. Yet that's exactly what happened.With over 28 years leading Hope House Colorado (which now operates with a $4.7M annual budget AND two debt-free buildings), Lisa reveals how saying “yes” to telling her story reshaped her organization's future.You'll hear the behind-the-scenes of the 6-year journey to publish her book, A Place to Belong, the fundraising magic that made it happen (including a $25,000 gift from a longtime champion!), and how strategic PR efforts are opening doors for new partnerships, speaking engagements, and national expansion. Lisa and I also get transparent about the challenges of balancing leadership and creative work, imposter syndrome, the ripple effects of podcast interviews, and why hybrid publishing offers unexpected freedom.Resources & LinksLearn more about Hope House Colorado on their website and their podcast, Life (Re)viewed, and connect with Lisa Steven on LinkedIn. This show is brought to you by iDonate. Your donation page is leaking donors, and iDonate's new pop-up donation form is here to fix that. See it in action. Launch the interactive demo here and experience how a well-timed form captures donors in the moment they care most. Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! My book, The Monthly Giving Mastermind, is here! Grab a copy here and learn my framework to build, grow, and sustain subscriptions for good. Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

In this episode, the hosts debate the acquisition of a €20M dairy farm in Romania, balancing its EU certifications, solar power, and commodity risks against complex operations and geopolitical uncertainty.Business Listing – https://mergerscorp.com/property/profitable-exclusive-dairy-farm/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.

Also Available on YouTube: youtu.be/_nqN9HyOpxMWhat happens when a 23-year-old refuses to play the ecommerce advertising game? Colby Stevens built Shine Supply into a $7M detailing brand using nothing but Instagram ASMR videos, authentic storytelling, and a "people over profit" philosophy.No paid ads until last month. No Amazon. No selling out to scale.Instead: 80,000 Instagram followers, hundreds of photo reviews, and a community that buys because they believe in the brand, not just the product.Colby breaks down the exact strategies that grew their family's Shopify store - from Klaviyo automation that actually works to the review incentive system that drives social proof. Plus why they turned down millions in Amazon revenue to stay true to their dealers.Key Takeaways:How to build 80k Instagram followers organicallyThe ASMR video strategy getting thousands of viewsReview incentive system that drives social proofWhy they refused millions in Amazon revenueKlaviyo automation that actually convertsBuilding authentic brand community on ShopifyFair warning: you'll want to detail your car after this one.Sponsors:Swym - Wishlists, Back in Stock alerts, & moregetswym.com/kurtCleverific - Smart order editing for Shopifycleverific.com/unofficialZipify - Build high-converting sales funnelszipify.com/KURTGuest Links:Shine Supply - Colby's detailing brandshinesupply.comShine Supply Instagram - 80k followers, zero adsinstagram.com/shinesupplyMentioned Tools:Shopify - Ecommerce platformshopify.comKlaviyo - Email marketing automationklaviyo.comLoox Reviews - Photo review systemloox.appWork With Kurt:Apply for Shopify Helpethercycle.com/applySee Our Resultsethercycle.com/workFree Newsletterkurtelster.comThe Unofficial Shopify Podcast is hosted by Kurt Elster and explores the stories behind successful Shopify stores. Get actionable insights, practical strategies, and proven tactics from entrepreneurs who've built thriving ecommerce businesses.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Loncor Gold (TSX: LN)New deep drill results from the Adumbi deposit in the DRC reinforce its underground gold potential. Highlights include: 6.61m @ 4.56 g/t gold and 11.43m @ 1.77 g/t. With over 3.6M ounces in total resources and a fully permitted plan, Loncor is deepening its flagship asset's value.Vista Gold (TSX: VGZ)Revised feasibility study for Mt Todd project in Australia confirms robust economics at 15,000 tpd scale. At US$2,500/oz gold: US$1.1B NPV, 27.8% IRR, 2.7-year payback. Capital costs cut 59% from prior plan, setting the stage for near-term development.Americas Gold and Silver (TSX: USA)Silver production soared 54% in Q2 2025, reaching 689,000 ounces. Cash reserves jumped to US$61.7M from US$8.8M. Cosalá mine surged 103% in output, while Galena delivered a 34% increase.Endurance Gold (TSXV: EDG)Crown Zone drilling hits 5.63 g/t gold plus 5.12% antimony over 3.3m — the best antimony width to date. Additional hits: 11.21 g/t gold over 3.0m and strong continuity across key zones. Project demonstrates growing potential as a rare polymetallic system in BC.Brixton Metals (TSXV: BBB)Drill hole THN25-322 at Glenfiddich Zone intersects: → 16m @ 3.4 g/t gold, 96 g/t silver, 0.59% copper → Including 6m @ 6.17 g/t gold and 221 g/t silver Zone extended to 380m strike and remains open. Multimetal system shows major district-scale promise.

In this episode, the hosts debate the acquisition of a €20M dairy farm in Romania, balancing its EU certifications, solar power, and commodity risks against complex operations and geopolitical uncertainty.Business Listing – https://mergerscorp.com/property/profitable-exclusive-dairy-farm/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.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore slammed FEMA's rejection of $90M in disaster relief for Western Maryland after severe floods. Neighboring West Virginia, with similar damage, received federal approval for $11.7M. Moore called the denial “a political decision” as local leaders appeal. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(00:00-25:08) Blues broadcaster Joey Vitale joins us for his Friday hit. His friend Sidney Crosby has a birthday coming up but he hasn't gotten him a gift. Protecting his chickens. Was that a spittoon? Learning about adversity thru chickens. Joey's excited about the hockey season. Excited to see this team progress and move forward. Jim Montgomery holds people accountable but doesn't alienate them. Back to chicken talk. How much coffee does Joey drink before these calls? Who do the Blues need to see step up and emerge this season?(25:16-38:15) Our Twitter poll on which coach is more liked: Drink or Marmol? Which local coach do you trust most including Montgomery, Gates, Drinkwitz, Marmol, Schertz, Underwood, and Bielema? Rehashing the white food discussion from yesterday.(38:25-53:48) RHWOFTMA still in pre pre-production. Gabe says the Drink extension had to be done. Mizzou athletics spent $31.7M in NIL. The NIL effect on college sports. College athletes and agents.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode, Moe comes out hot and spills on "Coldplay-Gate," that viral kiss-cam fiasco where a couple (turns out, cheating execs from Astronomer) bolted like they saw a ghost. It's not just gossip—it's schadenfreude gold, highlighting how the C-suite plays by different rules. Joel highlights ZipRececruiter's most recent marketing strategy: Embracing old school linear TV by sponsoring a new show on Fox. Chad rants about the new $250 "integrity fee" for US tourist visas—because nothing says "welcome" like a cash grab that could tank tourism before the 2026 World Cup. Ashby news brings the fire, snagging a whopping $50M Series D, doubling customers (now 2,700+ like OpenAI and Shopify), boosting revenue 135%, and barely dipping into last year's Series C. Why more cash? To evolve "at the speed of AI," building all-in-one recruiting magic—sourcing, scheduling, analytics—that users call "beautiful software." No more tool sprawl; it's the startup darling dethroning clunky vets like Greenhouse. Chad's verdict: Finally, an ATS nobody bitches about—refreshing in a moan-fest industry! Then, drama alert: Bold snatches Monster and CareerBuilder assets for $28.4M in a bankruptcy auction (up from a start of $7M). Great domains, SEO juice ... but Bold's predatory paywalls (mandatory sign-ups, fees for full job deets) scream "job seeker trap." Chad's not thrilled—hopes they don't prey harder with that Monster muscle. Randstad? Total villains. They boast $5.8B revenue and 3% EBITDA margins, but screw Monster employees worldwide. Days before mass layoffs, they gutted severance: From 1.5 weeks/year (up to 16) to a flat two weeks. Imagine losing $28K if you're a 20-year vet! In France, it's worse—brutal shutdowns, no support, leaving taxpayers footing unemployment bills. Vendors? Stiffed millions after Monster ran up tabs they knew were doomed. Chad's furious: "Corporate welfare at its finest." Until CEOs like don orange jumpsuits, the little guys get proper f***ed. AI corner: Perplexity's CEO says says recruiter jobs are soon to be a thing of the past, and Salesforce's Mark Benioff probably agrees, as his company is doing up to 50% or more with less. Moe's skeptical: "Hype to sell shares!" Chad sees task automation (bye, scheduling drudgery) but demands AI taxes and UBI pronto. Jobs evolve, but painful contractions ahead? We'll be watching. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome Back 02:21 - Maureen's Disney Cruise Experience 04:04 - Tribute to Matt Lavery 07:09 - Coldplay Gate: The Viral Incident 08:52 - Integrity Fees for Tourists 10:19 - Ashby: A Positive ATS Experience 12:41 - Bold's Acquisition and Job Seeker Concerns 15:59 - Ronstadt's Treatment of Employees 18:29 - The Impact on Vendors and Corporate Accountability 23:23 - Future of Recruitment and AI Integration 32:14 - Closing Thoughts and Dad Jokes

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Peter Battaglia, Deputy Director of Mission Assurance at the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), joins Mike Shanley to discuss DLA's priorities and initiatives in today's evolving defense landscape. The conversation covers logistics surge capacity, securing the supply chain, and the role of NATO's industrial base in supporting global readiness. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ DLA website: https://www.dla.mil/ DLA Strategic Plan (2025-2030): https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Headquarters/StrategicPlan/DLAStrategicPlan2025-2030March2025.pdf BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Peter Battaglia is the DLA Mission Assurance Deputy Director serving as the DLA lead for Mission Assurance, Defense Critical Infrastructure, and Continuity of Operations Planning. He also serves as the Supply Chain Security and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Program Manager for DLA. In this position he is the expert technical authority responsible for oversight of the design, implementation, execution, and promulgation of DLA's SCS/SCRM Program for worldwide support of OSD, JCS, CCMDs, and Military Services plans and operations. He graduated from the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy in 2021. He previously served as the Customer Relations Management Process Owner managing a portfolio of $7M and 800 personnel, including the Customer Interaction Center (helpline) and Customer Support Representatives interfacing with the supported services, combatant commands, and inter-agencies. Mr. Battaglia established and implemented the DLA Agency Synchronization Operations Center (ASOC). The ASOC synchronizes and integrates the Agency's operational mission and business support functions to provide agile, global support to the Warfighter and select Federal Agencies. The ASOC provides Agency leadership and mission partners a shared and standardized view; enables operational support serving as the consensus source of truth among all mission partners; focuses the Agency on output, readiness, effectiveness, and service to standards; and provides the tools and actionable information to conduct root cause analysis, develop solutions and courses of action, and implement senior leader decisions. Mr. Battaglia also served as the Chief of the DLA Logistics Operations (J3) Director's Action Group aligning the strategic efforts and messaging of the J3 and aligned Executive Directors to ensure DLA logistics support. Prior to this assignment, Mr. Battaglia strategically assessed DLA Customer Support by evaluating the DLA personnel laydown and functions resulting in $21M savings across the FYDP. He served as the Medical Materiel Executive Agent (MMEA) Analyst for DLA, orchestrating and synchronizing medical logistics for the complete range of military and whole of government missions such as utilization of non-FDA approved medical materiel and transportation policies allowing commercial narcotic shipments. Mr. Battaglia was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and hails from Herndon, Virginia. He received his Masters in National Security and Resource Strategy from the Eisenhower School in 2021 and his LOGTECH MBA, Logistics and Technology, from the Kelly School of Business, Indiana University in 2010. He received his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Virginia in 2000. His wife, two children, and semi-classic BMW hobby serve to keep him busy while not working. Mr. Battaglia has received the DLA Meritorious Civilian Performance Award (2011) and the DLA Superior Civilian Performance Award (2020 and 2005). LEARN MORE: Thank you for tuning into this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike Shanley. You can learn more about working with the U.S. Government by visiting our homepage: Konektid International and GovDiscovery AI. To connect with our team directly, message the host Mike Shanley on LinkedIn. https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/  https://www.konektid.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gov-market-growth/ 

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.

In this inspiring interview, Glover U Head Coach Kate Simon sits down with Jay Menger, a Southern Wisconsin-based real estate agent and Army veteran who made the bold leap from dual-career cop to full-time real estate professional.

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 this week's episode of RAW TALK, Brad sits down with SteveWillDoIt and talks about his decision to use a social-media-free phone, the mindset shift that's fueling his comeback, paying off $1.7M in debt, and much more!Hope you enjoy, see you next Tuesday!SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/c/REALRAWTALK?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rawtalk/id1294154339FOLLOW RAWTALK PODCAST:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/getrawtalkTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@askrawtalkFOLLOW BRADLEY:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bradleymartynSUBSCRIBE TO RAWTALK PODCAST CLIPS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzSBNBOK599FqzrTZS8ScQ/?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO LIFE OF BRADLEY MARTYN: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWTQG2aMDYKGDqYEGqJb1FA/?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO FITNESS CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/bradleymartynonline?sub_confirmation=1RAWGEAR: https://www.rawgear.com (CODE:RAW)

In this powerful episode, host Sophie Vo sits down with Susan Cummings — co-founder of 2K Games, Tiny Rebel Games, and now 10Six Games — to explore her 25+ year journey through the gaming industry. From signing legendary IPs like Bioshock and Borderlands to founding and evolving multiple studios, Susan shares unfiltered insights on intuition-driven leadership, building (and rebuilding) companies, and the courage to start again after failure.This is a masterclass in resilience, creativity, and navigating the business side of game development.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview podcasting and digital media expert Rob Greenlee, global beauty specialist Tania Crawford and Michael Tomao from Service Level Advisors.   Podcasting legend Rob Greenlee joins us to explore how AI is revolutionizing content creation—and what that means for entrepreneurs. From AI-generated co-hosts to instant, hyper-targeted advertising, Rob shares insider insights on where media is heading and how founders can stay ahead of the curve. Read more at: https://robgreenlee.com/   Tania Crawford is a global beauty specialist, ranked in the top 2% of elite hair extensionist worldwide. From award-winning artistry to helping stylists build $500K+ businesses, Tania is transforming the beauty industry one breakthrough at a time. Read more at: https://taniacrawfordedu.com/     Matthew Tomao is the CEO and founder of Service Level Advisors, the go-to expert for helping security and AV integrators turn service agreements into multi-million-dollar recurring revenue streams. He's helped clients go from zero to $7M+ in RMR using a proven system that delivers fast, scalable results. Read more at: https://www.sladvisers.net/       Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Build a Six-Figure Business(00:00:27) - Passage to Profit(00:02:02) - The Big Risk You Take When Starting a Business(00:03:33) - Tamia Crawford on Taking a Risk(00:04:54) - AI Shaping the Future of Media(00:10:42) - How Will AI Change Advertising and Media?(00:12:53) - The Investment Value of Gold(00:13:55) - The Cruise Line Hotline(00:14:53) - The Great Grapes of Podcasting(00:16:45) - Are We Ready for the Rise of AI Voices?(00:20:33) - Will AI Replace Humans in the Content Industry?(00:24:38) - Where Do People Find Rob Greenlee?(00:25:10) - AI Creators Win in the Court(00:27:55) - Artificial Intelligence Creators: Should They Be Protected?(00:32:32) - Passage to Profit(00:36:09) - Elizabeth Spotlight(00:38:13) - Dr. Patel on AI's Impact on Medical Scans(00:40:47) - Tania Crawford on How to Make Money From Hair Extensions(00:41:45) - What motivated you to get started?(00:44:19) - What Do You Teach Your Clients to Improve Their Efficiency?(00:47:51) - How Your AI Is Helping You Find Your Clients(00:49:31) - How AI Is Advancing Businesses(00:51:40) - What do you think is the biggest challenge that people who are running(00:52:48) - How to Get Out of Your Skin in the Film Industry(00:53:56) - Software Business Owners on Reoccurring Revenue(00:57:41) - Matt Kearney on His Challenges(00:59:43) - Service Agreement(01:00:58) - Do You Ever Give Advice to Your Clients?(01:04:59) - Personal Injury Lawyers(01:06:04) - Real or a fake?(01:07:02) - Secret to the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:08:25) - Copyright and Intellectual Property: How to Win

In this milestone 100th episode, Craig McGrouther and I share an incredible news: Preserve at Copperleaf, a 240-unit, 2003-vintage apartment community Lone Star Capital acquired in May 2024, just closed on a hugely successful 45% cash out refinance! We acquired this property for $34M and it appraised at $53.7M, allowing investors to receive 45% of their investment back while the remaining equity continues earning 8% cash flow. We break down how we achieved this through strategic timing, tax exemptions, and securing a 7-year full-term interest-only Freddie Mac loan at 65% LTV. We also dive deep into our unique anniversary-based budgeting system that keeps us accountable year-round rather than scrambling during "budget season," plus how our operations team earns bonuses based on actual performance versus budget across revenue, R&M, payroll, and expenses.Apply to attend the LSC Summit 2025:www.lscsummit.com Download our FREE Passive Investor Guide:https://www.lscre.com/content/passive-investor-guide Subscribe to our newsletter and get the FREE Underwriting Toolkit:https://www.lscre.com/resource/fof-underwriting-toolkitLearn more about Lone Star Capital:www.lscre.comFollow me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-beardsleyRead my latest articles:https://www.lscre.com/blog 

Today's conversation is a solo episode, but it's not a Q&A.It's a special episode reflecting on the biggest lessons and insights from making over £1.7M ex VAT of sales during the last financial year between April 2024 and April 2025.I've worked full time in sales now for over a decade after graduating from University in June 2014. Along the way I've worked in B2B and B2C sales as well as building my personal brand, social media channels, and this wonderful podcast.This episode has 12 of the lessons I've learnt on how to successfully make sales and many of these will be immediately actionable for you to implement whether you run your own business, work in sales role in an organisation, or just know sales matters to your success and you want to work on it.I have many other big lessons, insights and templates I've saved and written into my presentations and trainings I've delivered to individuals and sales teams over the last 18 months as an adhoc sales consultant.However I am now going to offer this far more broadly and am building out the best video content for my sales masterclass. If you want to learn more on how we can work together to improve your sales skills and results then DM me 'SALES MASTERCLASS' on LinkedIn or Instagram.If you want more lessons like this Episode 257 recaps my 13 lessons from £1.1M ex VAT last year.Today's episode is sponsored and supported by Hussle. Hussle is the way to get access to 1000s of UK gyms, pools and spas with one simple membership.If you're an HR professional, wellbeing specialist or small business leader, visit Hussle for companies: ⁠https://bit.ly/4d5SIn7⁠Or if you're an employee, wishing your company would offer this benefit, visit Hussle for employees: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X8b6poConnect with Col:Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/⁠⁠Email List - ⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambro⁠⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/colcampbell

Kenorland Minerals CEO Zach Flood provides an update on the new gold discovery at the South Uchi project in Ontario, where Kenorland's maiden drill program confirmed a large footprint gold system. Zach highlights the company's unique prospect generator business model, talks about their partnership with Auranova Resources, and discusses upcoming exploration plans. This MSE episode also touches on Kenorland's strategic holdings, including significant positions in Auranova Resources and other marketable securities, and their ongoing projects with partners like Sumitomo, Centerra Gold, and Newmont. Kenorland looks to identify gaps in exploration maturity within prospective districts based on large scale compilation and integration of geological, geochemical and geophysical data. Kenorland's management team and advisors have extensive experience in project and target generation from continent-wide area selection to deposit scale exploration across the globe. Combining the team's extensive exploration experience with an integrated approach places Kenorland in an optimal position to generate shareholder wealth through JV partnerships, generated royalties, equity positions and new discoveries. https://www.kenorlandminerals.com/ TSXV: KLD | OTCQX: KLDCF | FSE: 3WQ0 0:00 Intro 00:33 Rule Symposium insights 01:36 South Uchi Project: A New Gold Discovery 04:56 Exploration Strategies and Partnerships 13:37 $7M marketable securities 15:24 Centerra Gold deal 17:48 JV partners & industry insights 19:45 Tanacross project 22:55 Gold-focused 25:38 Catalysts Recent press release: https://www.kenorlandminerals.com/news/kenorland-minerals-provides-2025-exploration-update Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Sponsor Kenorland Minerals pays Mining Stock Education a United States dollar ten thousand per month coverage fee. Kenorland's forward-looking statement found in the company's presentation applies to the content of this interview. MSE offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. If you buy stock in a company featured on MSE, for your own protection, you should assume that it is MSE's owner personally selling you that stock. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

Expleo, the global technology, engineering and consulting service provider, today announces new survey results, revealing that the average large enterprise in Ireland paid €683K in cyber ransoms last year. Expleo surveyed 200 business and IT decision-makers in Ireland, in enterprises with 250+ employees, as part ofits Business Transformation Index 2025 report. The research aims to explore the key challenges facing businesses in 2025, including cybersecurity. It found that 29% of large organisations in Ireland paid at least one cybersecurity ransom in the last 12 months. The research shows that large enterprises are living in fear of cybercrime, with 24% admitting that they expect to fall victim to an attack in the coming year. Alarmingly, there are also growing fears about state-sponsored attacks, with 63% saying state-sponsored cyberterrorism is more of a risk to their business than it was a year ago. These fears have made paying a ransom something that many are now preparing for, with one in five (22%) of large businesses setting aside budget for the payment of ransoms, averaging €2.7M each. Large enterprises are also preparing to invest in bolstering their defences, particularly in response to the proliferation of artificial intelligence in cybercriminal activity. Almost one third (30%) will increase their investment in cybersecurity in direct response to a surge in AI-driven attacks. However, this is a smaller proportion than the 41% of large enterprises who fell victim to an AI-powered cyberattack in the last 12 months. The most common successful method of attack is 'whaling,' which sees cybercriminals specifically targeting senior executives, who often have access to valuable financial and sensitive information. Exactly half of respondents said that a whaling attempt had resulted in a breach in their organisation in the last 12 months, while 85% said there had been at least one attempt. Although businesses are continuing to direct resources towards cybersecurity, 22% admit to having outdated processes and technologies and a further 17% say they are not investing enough. Phil Codd, Managing Director for Ireland, Expleo, said: "Ransom demands are no longer just a threat - they are now a mainstay of cybersecurity strategies for organisations. The fallout from a cyberattack can be devastating for businesses, resulting in severe financial losses, compromised data, and reputational damage that can jeopardise long-term stability. Mitigating the risk is a constant task that must be undertaken. "Regardless of an enterprise's position on ransom payments, each one of them must focus on a whole-organisation approach to prevention. This requires investing in continuous employee training and education, putting the right systems in place and maintaining constant vigilance through regular monitoring and audits. Whether it's an AI attack or not, cybercrime, at its core, is about people and there is a real-life fallout from every attack. As businesses continue to digitally transform, they must ensure they put people at the centre. Working with the right partners and doing everything they can to protect their people and customers is paramount in today's business environment." Download the Business Transformation Index 2025 report here. 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.

Canada's outdated capital gains policies are driving entrepreneurs and investors away. We need competitive tax reform to keep talent and investment here, building the businesses of tomorrow.We have just 33 small businesses per 1,000 people vs 124 in the US. Fixing our capital gains system could help us close this gap with the US and create hundreds of thousands of new jobs.Modern capital gains reform will unleash Canadian innovation, create more high-paying employment, and ensure our world-class graduates build their companies here, not elsewhere.GoalsTo ensure a prosperous, sustainable, and growing economy, Canada needs a thriving private sector that invests in new businesses. A strong environment for entrepreneurship creates jobs, drives GDP growth, and ensures economic mobility for all. In recent years however, entrepreneurship, and consequently private sector employment, has been slow despite an increasing population.One factor driving this change is that Canada's capital gains tax policies make it significantly less rewarding to start a business compared to other jurisdictions. To reverse this trend and reinvigorate our private sector, we must revise our outdated policies to align with global standards.Our targets:* Increase SMBs per 1000 people over the age of 18 from 33 to 62 to get half of the US rate of 124.* Increase the number of early-stage financing rounds (Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, and Series B) for new businesses from 482 in 2024 to over 1000+ per year.* Increase investments in new businesses through industry-agnostic venture capital financing to 0.5% of GDP, up from 0.35% of GDP, to get closer to the USA's figure of 0.72% of GDP.Background and MotivationNew business formation and growth relies on people taking huge risks with their time and money. However, today in Canada the people that take these risks – entrepreneurs, early stage employees, and investors – are rewarded less than in other countries.As a result the country's best talent is driven to leave and start businesses elsewhere, where they can find easier access to funding1 and keep more of the upside if they succeed.We need to reverse this systematic issue. By rewarding investors that put their capital at risk and supporting entrepreneurs who put their livelihoods on the line to create new companies we can create a strong and resilient economy.All companies begin as small and medium businesses (SMBs) and the formation and growth of these SMBs is essential to a country's economic success both through driving the quality of the labour market and creating opportunities for productivity growth.In Canada, SMBs accounted for ~64% of private sector employment and contributed to half of all net new jobs added last year2. These work opportunities support upward income mobility, lead to more capital being reinvested into local communities, and are particularly valuable for traditionally disadvantaged populations3 4 5.In addition, SMBs represent a significant portion of the economy and have high potential for productivity improvements6. Between 2017 and 2021, SMBs contributed almost half of Canada's GDP7. As these businesses grow and scale their operations they improve efficiency and drive productivity-led growth that can be equivalent in impact to roughly 5% of a developed nation's GDP8 9.Perhaps most importantly, SMBs turn into global winners. Growing these companies into sizable businesses is how a country can win an unfair share of global markets, by creating the large, export-focused corporations that contribute an outsized value to GDP and productivity growth. To ensure the next trillion dollar companies - the equivalent of Google, Microsoft, or Meta - are built in Canada, founders must be convinced to start their companies here.So, having a healthy ecosystem of SMBs is essential to creating a strong economy, but the data shows Canada is falling behind our global peers. In the 20 years between 2003 and 2023, the total number of Canadian entrepreneurs decreased by ~100K, despite the population growing by 10 million10 11. Today, for every thousand people over the age of 18 the US has ~124 SMBs12 13. Israel, a country with less than a quarter of Canada's population, has ~7314 15, while Canada has just ~3316.A significant driver of this stagnation is outdated and uncompetitive capital gains policies that have low limits, exclude large categories of business, and contain many restrictions compared to global peers - especially the US. It is less valuable for investors to put money into Canadian businesses, making capital more scarce and it discourages entrepreneurs who know that in most cases they could receive more reward by building the same company elsewhere. This makes it difficult for any SMB to get started let alone scale.Today, Canada has two capital gains policies, to try and encourage SMB creation, the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption (LCGE) and a proposed Canadian Entrepreneur's Incentive (CEI) announced in Budget 2024 but not yet implemented. Combined, the LCGE and CEI would allow shareholders to reduce the inclusion rate of capital gains from the current 50% down to a range of 33.3%-0% to a cap of $3.25M 17 18.These policies simply can't compete with the US. The USA's Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) policy has a capital gains cap of $15M or ten times the original investment amount, five times higher than Canada's LCGE and CEI limit. In addition the QSBS is active today, while Canada's CEI cap has a phased approach only coming into full effect in 2029 if the policy is passed. Today in 2025, LCGE and CEI's true combined cap is only $1.25M. And while QSBS shields 100% of gains up until the policy cap for individuals and corporations, Canada's CEI would only shields 66.7% of gains for individuals.To illustrate how restrictive this is, we could imagine a company where the business is owned between founders, early employees, and various investors (see the first example below). If this business was started in 2018 and sold 7 years later today in 2025 for $100M, these risk-takers would have to pay a combined $14.7M in taxes. However, that same business with the same structure would pay no taxes in the US.The good news is that at larger scales of exit like $250m (see the second example below) the gap between Canada and the US decreases due to a more competitive basic capital gains inclusion rate in Canada. This means that if we match the QSBS's capital gains limit it could actually give the Canadian policy an edge driving more investment in the country and supercharging our SMB ecosystem. However, if we leave the policy as it stands right now companies can never get started because investors and entrepreneurs are scared away.The reason is that the QSBS rewards smaller exits - the majority of SMB outcomes - with the maximum capital gains tax value. This makes it easier for entrepreneurs, early employees, and investors to take on the risks of building a business. In fact, early-stage US investors are currently increasing their investments into new Canadian businesses, and adding in clauses that would require the Canadian business to reincorporate in the US simply to become eligible for QSBS. This means the best Canadian entrepreneurs and companies are leaving the country simply to take advantage of these rules. This decreases the health of our SMB ecosystem, prevents large companies from growing in the country and ultimately reduces tax revenue.If we want to keep our entrepreneurs, Canada's capital gains policies must become competitive with US policies.‍Beyond better gain caps and exclusion rates, the US's QSBS allows a wider range of businesses and stakeholders to benefit from the policy, with no minimum ownership requirements, increased asset value caps, and a tiered inclusion rate approach that incentivizes long-term business building. Meanwhile, Canada's CEI excludes companies in healthcare, food and beverage, and service businesses19. CEI's minimum ownership rules also exclude early employees and investors who own less than 5% of the business at the time of sale.Most importantly, while LCGE and CEI's $3.25M cap applies over a taxpayer's entire lifetime, QSBS's limits are per issuer or business. In other words, entrepreneurs, early employees, and investors can use the QSBS more favourable policy again and again for subsequent companies. This discourages repeat entrepreneurs in Canada, who statistically have a higher chance of building successful businesses, from creating a second or third company, as Canada's LCGE and CEI don't extend to new issuers20 .What Needs to Be DoneTo properly reward risk takers, Canada can fully solve our capital gains policy problems by combining the LCGE with the CEI into a simple, powerful capital gains policy that supports entrepreneurs. In particular, the new policy could become competitive by adopting three major changes:1) Expand the eligibility requirements to ensure Canadian entrepreneurs and risk takers are supported. Eligible business types should be expanded to include all industries of national interest, including healthcare clinics, clean energy, technology, etc. We should also eliminate 5% minimum ownership requirements to enable any individual or corporate entity to claim CEI deductions in accordance with the tiered approach that is used to support early-stage employees and investors.2) Improve the capital gain exclusion rate system to be globally competitive, supporting entrepreneurs and increasing investment. To prevent the draw of foreign jurisdictions and ensure that we have just as much incentive to start companies as peer countries, we should start by raising the exclusion cap to $15M gain or 10x adjusted cost basis per taxpayer, whichever is greater.3) Make structural changes to ensure these new policies scale appropriately. Amend the capital gains limit from applying per lifetime to per business to incentivize repeat entrepreneurs to continue building in Canada. Additionally, ensure that common investment structures, including Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs) and Convertible Notes, become eligible, with the holding period commencing from the date the investment is signed, not when the shares are priced and converted. So, there are no major discrepancies for startups choosing to operate in Canada compared to the US.Common QuestionsWill this only benefit tech startups?No. Canada's LCGE was originally created to support all small businesses and increase competition, which includes non-tech businesses such as fisheries and farmers. Our memo recommends expanding eligibility to all industries deemed essential, including non-tech ones, that the current CEI proposal omits, such as healthcare practitioners. In the US, SMBs of all sectors, including manufacturing, retail, wholesale, consumer, and packaged goods, benefit from the QSBS policy21.Wouldn't corporate tax breaks reduce tax income for social programs and only benefit the wealthy 1%?No, this would encourage investment in Canadian small businesses, essential for increasing corporate tax revenue that funds social programs. Businesses that receive investment can generate more jobs, pay higher wages, which help increase individual income tax revenue, and reduce withdrawals from crucial social assistance programs, such as Employment Insurance, as more companies and workers stay in Canada. This helps reduce the burden and improve access to social programs, rather than removing them.What stops foreign investors from abusing this and using Canada as a tax-sheltered haven to enrich themselves at the expense of Canadians?Maintaining Canadian incorporation, assets, residency, and operating requirements, combined with a minimum 2-year waiting period before benefits kick in, will ensure that new businesses maintain a presence in Canada, creating skilled job opportunities for Canadians and contributing to local economic growth.Why should we invest in SMBs? Aren't they risky and likely to be shut down in a few years?68% of SMBs in Canada survive and operate into their fifth year, and a further 49% of SMBs survive and operate for more than a decade22. SMBs around the world, including Canada, contribute significantly to economic output, job opportunities, and increased competition for consumers.ConclusionCanada needs to create an ecosystem that supports entrepreneurs at the earliest stages. We have one of the most educated countries globally, with the largest college-educated workforce among G7 countries23. Canadian universities are consistently ranked among the top institutions globally, world-renowned, with research labs led by leaders like Geoffrey Hinton, dubbed the “Godfather of AI,” who was recently awarded a Nobel Prize for his work in AI and ML24 25.Not only is our population talented, but they are also resourceful and hardworking. Rather than punishing them, we should reward them for taking the risks to build Canada's economy. To start, we should implement a modern capital gains policy that rewards investors, entrepreneurs and early employees.Read more here: https://www.buildcanada.com/en/memos/reward-the-risk-takers This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

G&A Partners just made a bold move by acquiring GrowthForce, a $9.7M accounting firm — and it could reshape the future of the payroll and HR industry. In this episode of Payrollin', Matt Vaadi breaks down why this deal matters, what it means for PEOs, and how it might impact partnerships with accounting firms across the country. Is this the start of a vertical integration trend where payroll, HR, and bookkeeping live under one roof?Matt dives into the details behind the deal, shares insights on G&A's growth strategy, and explores what this could mean for payroll bureau owners, CPA partners, and small business service providers. Whether you see this as a threat or an opportunity, this is a wake-up call for anyone in the payroll space. Subscribe now to stay ahead of the curve as the industry continues to evolve.

I'm so excited to share this week's conversation with my guest and friend Yukari Kane, CEO and co-founder of the Prison Journalism Project (@prisonjournalism).Yukari is a former @WSJ tech reporter who made the leap into nonprofit leadership — and let me tell you, her story is incredible. We talk about what it's like to run a growing org that operates at the intersection of journalism, education, and criminal justice reform.Here's what we dig into:✍️ How Yukari went from covering Apple to teaching journalism inside San Quentin

Why you should listenGaurav shares how Jeeva.ai is revolutionizing sales automation by making AI-powered outreach as simple as ChatGPT, without the complexity of tools like Clay.Learn how to cut through the noise of generic AI outreach with personalized, multi-channel strategies that actually improve deliverability and response rates.Discover the future of sales technology and why natural language interfaces will replace complex CRM workflows - plus get insights from a Forbes 30 Under 30 founder backed by Mark Benioff.Your clients' sales teams are drowning in CRM busywork, spending hours on data entry and lead research instead of actually selling. Meanwhile, their cold outreach campaigns are getting lost in the noise of AI-generated spam, delivering terrible conversion rates despite all the time invested. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone - and there's finally a solution. In this episode, I sit down with Gaurav Bhattacharya, CEO of Jeeva.ai, who's built the AI sales automation platform that's changing everything. Gaurav is a repeat B2B SaaS founder who went from creating a radiology tool adopted by the Indian government at age 17 to raising over $20M and hitting $7M revenue in just 12 months with his latest venture. We dive deep into how Jeeva.ai eliminates the biggest pain points in modern sales - from automated lead research and data enrichment to personalized outreach across multiple channels. You'll discover why most outbound tools are actually making the spam problem worse, how to improve email deliverability in an AI-saturated market, and why the future belongs to natural language interfaces that work where sales teams actually spend their time.About Gaurav BhattacharyaGaurav Bhattacharya is a repeat B2B SaaS founder and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree who's built, scaled, and exited startups before most founders finish their MVP. Currently the CEO of Jeeva.ai, he's leading the charge in automating outbound AI-powered SDR agents — helping B2B teams 2x their pipeline in half the time (and cost).Before Jeeva, he co-founded involve.ai, a customer intelligence platform that grew to 500+ companies and 1.1M users globally. He raised over $20M from top investors like Sapphire Ventures, Stanford University, and Gokul Rajaram — and hit $5M ARR in under 9 months with just 11 people.But Gaurav's story starts even earlier — at 17, he co-built a radiology tool that the Indian government adopted nationwide to fight sex-selective abortions. He's been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, LA Business Journal, and top startup podcasts — and he's not here to preach theory. Gaurav brings real-world operator lessons, raw founder stories, and tactical GTM frameworks that listeners can steal and ship the same day.When he's not building, he's probably over-caffeinating, mentoring founders, or geeking out on outbound psychology.Resources and LinksJeeva.aiGaurav's LinkedIn profileGet Jeeva at 90% off on your first yearElevenlabs.ioCaptions.aiHeygen.comChatgpt.com593

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.

In this candid and inspiring episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with real estate syndicator and developer Donato Settanni. Donato shares how he launched his business just before the chaos of COVID-19 and weathered the economic storm that followed. From remote closings and rising interest rates to new tech innovations and a 400-unit ground-up development project near Seattle, Donato opens up about the real challenges and smart strategies he and his team used to grow their portfolio. Learn how DXE Properties is navigating today's market with smart cost controls, creative tech tools like HappyCo and AI chatbots, and a thoughtful blend of friends-and-family and institutional capital. Donato also reflects on the freedoms and pressures of transitioning from employee to business owner—and reveals his “unfair advantage” in the industry. Key Takeaways: Surviving and thriving through COVID shutdowns and rate hikes Inside a $5.7M deal with a $1.3M reno and a $13M exit Scaling through innovation, like switching from Apartments.com to direct marketing Why development pedigree matters—and how it plays out in a big project How DXE is pairing institutional investors with loyal capital partners   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

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

Summary In this episode, we explore the financial journey of Anthon, who has seen his net worth grow from $450,000 to over $1.7 million in seven years. He discusses his investment strategies, career evolution, and the importance of trusting the numbers in achieving financial confidence. Anthon shares insights on work-life balance, the impact of sabbaticals, and the lifestyle choices that have shaped his family's life. He emphasizes the significance of making sacrifices early in life to compound wealth and offers advice for those starting their financial journey. Takeaways *Anthon's net worth grew from $450K to $1.7M in seven years. *Real estate and stocks are key components of his portfolio. *Sabbaticals have allowed him to focus on family and personal interests. *Trusting the numbers is crucial for financial confidence. *He emphasizes the importance of work-life balance. *Anthon's lifestyle choices reflect a desire for flexibility and enjoyment. *He believes in making sacrifices early to compound wealth. *Investing in experiences is as important as financial investments. *The psychology of wealth impacts lifestyle choices and decisions. *It's never too late to start your financial journey. Sponsored by: Shopify.com/unveiled

You've been told to trust the experts. To eat more grains. To fear fat. But what if the very foundation of our nutrition guidelines was built not on science—but on religion, corporate funding, and government agendas? In this eye-opening solo episode, Nate Palmer breaks down the wild (and true) history behind the food pyramid. From enemas and yogurt colonics at Battle Creek Sanitarium, to Kellogg's anti-sex cereal crusade, to the billions that Big Food and Big Ag poured into shaping what you eat today—this episode is a masterclass in how we got here… and how to escape it. If you've ever wondered why the standard American diet is so broken, this is your moment of clarity. What You'll Learn: Why the food pyramid was never based on health—but on economics and politics The bizarre religious roots of our dietary guidelines (yes, cereal was invented to stop masturbation) How the USDA's dual mission created a massive conflict of interest The real reason fat was demonized—and who profited most from it How corporate donations to organizations like the American Heart Association shaped public perception What you can do today to eat against the pyramid and reclaim your health  Resources & References: Procter & Gamble's $1.7M donation to the American Heart Association McGovern Committee Dietary Goals (1977) Sugar Research Foundation's funded studies to blame fat over sugar (1967) USDA Farm Subsidy Data (1995–2020, via EWG.org) Kellogg and Battle Creek Sanitarium archives Loma Linda University & Seventh-day Adventist dietary influence