Podcasts about Accountability

Joined this week by the one and only Kyle Shuford, and we kicked it off by discussing getting outside your bubble to train and why it matters.   Remembering the why. Work-life balance, mental health and staying in love with the job. How passion and leadership go hand in hand in the greatest job on earth. Of course all of this is just what we had planned and it was derailed by the beautiful questions from the audience to make sure we could not cover everything!!!! 

Too many men today aren't struggling because they lack information. They're struggling because they're drowning in noise. And, I think it's time we start unpacking why the "modern masculinity" space has become obsessed with hot takes, call-outs, online outrage, and performative "accountability" - and why none of it builds strong men, meaningful connection, or lasting improvement. Today I'm joined by my friend, Jack Donovan, to talk about why gossip masquerades as moral authority, how "calling men out" often replaces real accountability, the difference between integrity, honor, and reputation, why social media rewards division, not leadership, the dangers of pedestalizing others—and why men need a code to live by. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Studio Setup & Creative Work 02:24 - Why the Right Needs to Create Culture 04:22 - The Problem With Hot Takes 06:06 - Engagement vs. Building a Movement 08:17 - Writing as Intellectual Discipline 10:16 - AI Art, Aesthetics, and Snobbery 12:01 - Giving People the Benefit of the Doubt 14:11 - Funding Art and Leaving a Legacy 17:07 - Storytelling as Masculine Power 19:33 - Integrity as Aesthetic Congruence 21:09 - Integrity vs. Disintegration 23:14 - Faith, Ritual, and Mental Wholeness 25:16 - Philosophy as a Code of Conduct 26:50 - Honor as Reputation 30:13 - Tribalism and Dehumanization 33:18 - Why Men Gossip 36:49 - Malicious Gossip vs. Accountability 41:14 - Reality TV Culture and Privacy 44:43 - Judging Without Context 46:22 - The Danger of Moral Pedestals 49:32 - Hubris and Public Failure 52:31 - The Trust Recession 55:29 - Projection and False Narratives 58:51 - Redemption and Change Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

Michael Wardian breaks down what discipline really looks like. He talks through the daily work that carried him 3332 miles across the country, the failed record attempts he turned into wins, and the mindset that comes from long hours of suffering.   He shows why simple reps like 100 burpees build accountability and why purpose matters more than motivation. This episode is a reminder that when you choose hard over comfort and keep moving forward, you build real mental toughness.   THREE KEY LEARNINGS Daily discipline builds mental toughness faster than motivation. Purpose keeps you locked in when everything hurts. Do hard things every day. That's how endurance and identity grow. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Meet Michael Wardian 00:50 Senior Olympics and competing at 51 03:43 How Michael met Joe at a Spartan Race 04:30 The first treadmill 50K world record attempt 07:21 The second attempt and breaking the record 09:07 Running 3332 miles across the United States 12:01 What long endurance does to your body 14:07 The 100 burpees for 100 days challenge 18:10 The mental trick that gets you started 20:02 How to choose a meaningful goal 22:09 Why purpose drives discipline 23:12 Helping athletes with disabilities 23:56 Toughest race Wardian has ever done 25:50 Keeping energy levels high 27:11 Nutrition and eating enough 27:50 Where to follow Wardian   TOOLS / FRAMEWORKS MENTIONED • 100 Burpees for 100 Days protocol • The "do 5 first" resistance-breaker • Goal-setting through meaningful purpose • Accountability model: daily video, send to friends • Service-based motivation through pacing athletes • Long-duration endurance adaptation model (first 2–3 weeks body rejection, then lock-in)   CLOSING INSIGHT + CTA Discipline comes from choosing the hard way every day. Set a purpose, stay accountable, and build the reps that move you forward.   What's your hard? If this story moved you, sign up, show up, and do something about it. Spartan.com. No more excuses.

“Make sure you actually believe you can follow your plan. Because if you don't feel hopeful, then you're never going to feel motivated, you're never going to feel committed, and you're never going to follow through.”Welcome back to another episode of The Speaker Lab Podcast! Today, Grant Baldwin is joined by Adam Gilbert, the mastermind behind MyBodyTutor.com and DoneDaily.com, to discuss insights for anyone looking to build a thriving speaking business or simply create lasting change in their personal and professional life.Adam opens up about the profound impact his father's health struggles had on his mission to help others transform their lives through nutrition, fitness, and productivity. With over eighteen years of experience and over ten thousand clients served, he's learned that while most people know what they should do, there's often a huge gap between knowledge and action. This episode breaks down the importance of “MPH”—mindset, psychology, and habits—and highlights practical frameworks anyone can use to move from dreaming to doing. You'll learn why accountability is a game-changer, how starting small can build the momentum you need, and what it really takes to keep promises to yourself. Additionally, Adam explains how discomfort can be a compass for growth, why surrounding yourself with supportive people matters, and how to challenge assumptions that keep you stuck.Whether you're just starting and struggling to book your first gig or you're a veteran looking to scale up, this conversation is loaded with implementable advice and motivating stories!You'll learn:Why consistency is hard for entrepreneurs and speakersThe role and importance of accountabilityThe parallels between health/fitness and entrepreneurship/speakingWhy motivation is critical for sustained effortBreaking down MPH: Mindset, Psychology, HabitsReconciling assumptions about successPractical steps to develop self-confidenceCPA: Clear objective, Plan, Actual belief in follow-throughBuilding momentum through small winsAnd much, much more!“There's fear of failure, but there's also fear of success, which is surprisingly very common but not often spoken about.”Episode ResourcesAdam's WebsiteGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#MentorshipPodcast #FinanceCareer #ConsultingJourney #BCG #Vision2030 #CareerGrowth #InternationalBusiness #leadershiplessons Claudio shares his incredible global journey — from starting in European finance and insurance, to working on Vision 2030 transformation projects in Saudi Arabia, and later joining BCG in management consulting. His story is a masterclass in adaptability, mentorship, and lifelong learning across borders.

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In Episode 174 of the Best Coach Ever podcast, we pull back the curtain on how Lynette actually uses AI in her business—and just as importantly, how she doesn't. This episode is a must-listen for coaches who feel overwhelmed by AI hype, confused about how to use tools like ChatGPT responsibly, or worried about sounding like a robot online.We break down why letting AI write your captions, DMs, or client responses is a fast track to losing trust, and instead share how to use AI as a second brain to think better, move faster, and support clients more deeply—without sacrificing authenticity. From content creation to client coaching, curriculum building, and decision-making, this episode is a practical, grounded guide to using AI in a way that actually improves your business (and your sanity).If you want to leverage AI without turning your brand into generic slop, this episode will completely change how you think about it.If you love this episode, don't forget to leave a 5-star rating and a quick review. It's the best way to support the podcast and help us keep bringing you honest conversations about your coaching business.In this episode, we cover:1) Why AI Is Not Your Caption Writer or Therapist [0:00 – 5:10]-Why AI-written captions are painfully obvious—and why that gap will only grow.-The danger of using AI as emotional validation instead of real support.2) Using AI as a Second Brain (Not Your Actual Brain) [5:11 – 9:45]-How Lynette uses AI to improve thinking, decision-making, and speed.-Why the CEO still has to be you—not ChatGPT.3) Using AI for Better Content (Without Killing Your Voice) [9:46 – 15:30]-Why Lynette prefers Claude over ChatGPT for content support.-Using AI to organize, refine, and sharpen ideas you already have.4) Editing Content & Talking Head Videos with AI [15:31 – 19:50]-How AI helps identify buried leads and unclear messaging.-Ruthlessly tightening talking head videos for stronger retention.5) Using AI to Elevate Client Coaching & Accountability [19:51 – 24:40]-Recording, transcribing, and summarizing coaching calls for better follow-through.-Helping clients actually apply coaching instead of forgetting it.6) Using AI for Better Client Communication & Conflict Interpretation [24:41 – 28:10]-Using AI to interpret tricky client messages without getting defensive.-how to stay neutral, supportive, and solution-focused as a coach.7) Building Curriculum, Resources & Trainings Faster with AI [28:11 – END]-How to create templates, workshops, and tools in minutes vs. weeks.-How to Improve curriculum clarity and implementation using AI feedback loops.Connect with Lynette:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynettemariehFitness Coaching Business Accelerator: https://fcbaprogram.comThe Wellness CEO Mastermind: https://wcmprogram.com

In this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life episode, host Yusuf talks with Brett Gallant, a New Brunswick Canada IT and cybersecurity business owner who hit 349 pounds while running on burnout and grief after his father's death. Brett breaks down the real weight loss transformation behind the before and after. Not hacks. A rebuild of identity, priorities, and daily systems. He shares his October 2023 “decision day” moment, why mindset is a muscle, and how consistent 10 minute walks can compound into sustainable fat loss, stronger mental health, and better leadership at work and home. If you are stuck in stress, emotional eating, or nonstop responsibilities, this is a practical reset for health, boundaries, and discipline that actually lasts. About the guest: Brett Gallant is a Canadian entrepreneur and cybersecurity business owner. After reaching 349 pounds and feeling exhausted and disconnected from himself, he committed to a structured health reset. He has released about 140 pounds so far and shares his systems around mindset training, food as fuel, accountability, and sustainable habits for busy professionals. Key takeaways: Burnout recovery and weight loss often start with one uncomfortable truth, not a gym membership. “Decision day” creates commitment. Brett chose October 2023 as the line in the sand. Put your oxygen mask on first. Self care is a leadership strategy, not selfishness. Mindset is a muscle. Train it daily when the scale stalls and business gets chaotic. Stop treating progress like a highlight reel. Celebrate non scale wins like showing up. You cannot out exercise a bad diet. Rebuild your relationship with food, from emotional coping to fuel. Consistency compounds. Start with 10 minutes, then stack three short walks if needed. Treat yourself like your best client. Schedule movement like a non negotiable meeting. Accountability helps. Go public or share goals with a peer group, then keep promises to yourself. Expect setbacks. Do not spiral. Catch it, reset fast, and keep going. Bigger bodies are not a discipline problem. Discipline can exist in work and family, then be redirected to health. Sustainable change improves leadership, energy, and how you show up for family and team. How listeners can connect with the guest: Instagram DM him the word “travel” to get his travel hack guide for staying on track while traveling For cybersecurity conversations: connect with Brett through his Instagram and ask about his cybersecurity work Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. 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What if the key to self-advocacy wasn't being louder—but rewiring how you think, feel, and connect with empathy?Today, I'm joined by executive coach and podcast host Jamie Lee, who specializes in helping women and underrepresented leaders rise through the ranks without compromising their integrity. We dive into how empathy and neuroplasticity form the foundation of effective self-advocacy — and how rewiring internal narratives can lead to greater confidence, deeper connection, and clarity when speaking up. Jamie shares evidence-based techniques for regulating the nervous system so you can show up with presence and poise in high-stakes conversations. Plus, we touch on the six types of intelligence you can access to build connections and ask for what you want.If you've ever struggled with self-advocacy or want to communicate with more impact and empathy, this episode is for you.To access the episode transcript, go to www.TheEmpathyEdge.com, search by episode title.Listen in for…Defining self-advocacy and neuroplasticity in terms of empathy. Compassion as an action is the key to rewiring your brain. Ways to access your parasympathetic nervous system in your thinking brain and get out of your automatic stress response.Leveraging mirror neurons with empathy and compassion. "The brain adapts. The brain grows. It changes according to the practices that you expose it to. Compassion is the missing link that helps us be able to access those self-advocacy muscles for ourselves." — Jamie Lee Episode References: Book a free hour-long consultation for 1:1 coaching with Jamie: https://www.jamieleecoach.com/applyThe Empathy Edge podcast: Dia Bondi: How to Ask Like an AuctioneerMelissa Tiers' Anti-Anxiety Toolkit: https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Anxiety-Toolkit-Melissa-Tiers-ebook/dp/B0073HU3EGJames Tripp's website: https://www.jamestripp.onlineAbout Jamie Lee, Coach, Trainer, Podcast Host Jamie is an executive coach who specializes in women and underrepresented leaders who are "allergic" to office politics. She focuses on helping them get promoted and better paid without compromising their integrity or throwing anyone under the bus. In her practice, she blends proven self-advocacy strategies with evidence-based neuroplasticity tools.Over a decade, Jamie has trained thousands of professionals in effective self-advocacy at leading organizations, including Citi, Unilever, Association of Corporate Counselors, American College of Cardiologists, UC Berkeley School of Business, and Smith College.She's also the host of the Risky Conversations podcast, where she has honest talks with thought leaders on topics often considered taboo or "too risky" at work -- negotiation, mental and reproductive health, office politics, social injustices, and unconventional ways smart women navigate their path forward despite a flawed workplace. From Our Sponsor:Keynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game-changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariaross Connect with Jamie:Jamie Lee Coach: jamieleecoach.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leejieunjamie Instagram: instagram.com/jamieleecoach Connect with Maria:Get Maria's books: Red-Slice.com/booksHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Courses! Leading with Empathy and Balancing Empathy, Accountability, and Results as a Leader LinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red SliceKeynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariarossGet your copy of The Empathy Dilemma here- www.theempathydilemma.com

Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Seth Dillon of the  @TheBabylonBee  to discuss the necessity of satire as Christian Conservatives, the rise of the woke right and Candace Owens foray into conspiracy and Seth's thoughts on Calvinism. Will Tim convince him to be a Molinist?   Join the team: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/donate Sources for videos: https://x.com/CBSNews/status/1999156447012135282?s=20 https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/1998951090478616971?s=20 https://www.youtube.com/live/6J6lRZPQ4jk?si=LdXL8CGbuJVzYzM4 ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Seth Dillon Opens Up About Elon and Twitter 07:20 How Theology Informs Cultural Courage 11:24 Why Free Will and Free Speech go Hand in Hand 12:20 Why Christians SHOULD Use Satire 22:06 The Rise of the Woke Right's Effect on Comedy 27:24 Concerning Candace Owens 30:20 The Hesitancy of Accountability 38:28 Real Friends Don't Require Silence 40:24 The Real Issue With Candace Owens 47:14 Christ is King and Black Lives Matter... Similar? 50:20 Holding Your Own "Side" Accountable is Imperative 55:41 Tim's Sister Changed Her Mind On Candace?!? 59:41 What About Matt Walsh and Megyn Kelly? 1:09:10 Seth's Thoughts on Calvinism 1:18:31 Can Tim Convince Seth to Be a Molinist? 1:25:40 Concluding Remarks ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #charliekirk #erikakirk #candaceowens #calvinism

In this episode of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold breaks down a packed news cycle centered on national security, accountability, and government overreach. The show opens with discussion around fentanyl being officially designated as a weapon of mass destruction and what that designation could unlock in terms of enforcement and strategy. Jon also dives into newly surfaced FBI communications indicating there was no probable cause to raid Mar-a-Lago, just ahead of Jack Smith's closed-door testimony. Additional topics include cannabis reclassification discussions, economic signals like oil, gold, silver, and Bitcoin, and the growing frustration among Americans demanding real accountability from federal institutions. As always, the episode blends sharp analysis, audience interaction, and candid commentary on the state of the country and the pressure building behind the scenes.

Reflection can be uncomfortable, especially when the year did not go the way you planned.In this episode, I walk through why reflection is meant to create clarity, not self-punishment. The last month of the year often magnifies comparison, pressure, and second-guessing, but none of those move you forward. What does move you forward is learning the lesson, releasing the shame, and continuing to take action anyway.We talk about why you do not need a new year to create a new outcome, why readiness is a myth, and why discipline and consistency matter more than motivation. Whether this year felt successful, disappointing, or somewhere in between, your experience still holds value if you extract the lesson without letting it define you.In this episode, you will learn how to:Reflect without turning the past into regretSeparate emotion from execution while honoring bothDrop shame without avoiding accountabilityBuild momentum through small, consistent actionsFinish the year strong without burnout or pressureMove forward with clarity instead of comparisonThis conversation reframes reflection as a tool for alignment, not judgment. Progress does not require perfection, a fresh calendar, or the right feeling. It requires one decision, one action, and the willingness to move forward differently.Take the lesson. Drop the shame. Keep moving.Beyond The Episode Gems:Subscribe To My New Weekly LinkedIn Newsletter: Strategize. Market. Grow.Buy My Book, Strategize Up: The Blueprint To Scale Your Business: StrategizeUpBook.comDiscover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast NetworkGet Free HubSpot Marketing Tools To Help You Grow Your BusinessGrow Your Business Faster Using HubSpot's CRM PlatformSupport The Podcast & Connect With Troy: Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/ReviewsFollow Troy's Socials @FindTroy: LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, TikTokSubscribe to Troy's YouTube Channel For Strategy Videos & See Masterclass EpisodesNeed Growth Strategy, A Keynote Speaker, Or Want To Sponsor The Podcast? Go To FindTroy.com 

Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.In this live 2 Be Better Podcast episode, Chris and Peaches start with real life wins and a behind the scenes look at building a traditional family and future homestead, from cutting almost $100,000 of debt and lowering monthly expenses to their goal of buying land by the end of 2026. They talk about Patreon growth, retreats, kids evolving emotionally, and Chris's upcoming daily affirmation book with light lunar and planetary touches, giving you a grounded picture of what intentional marriage, parenting, and money stewardship actually look like in real time. You also hear a powerful success story from a fiancé who carried his partner through multiple deaths in the family, grad school, and even a very sick dog, then used the podcast to lose weight, repair their sex life, and step into traditional marriage roles with more communication, intimacy, and leadership. From there they dive deep into a 25 year old woman's email about leaving an abusive relationship, growing up with a narcissistic mother, living with BPD, and feeling stuck in hyper independence while secretly craving a traditional marriage as a stay at home mom, homemaker, and submissive wife. Chris and Peaches unpack shame, ego, and family control, challenge the “never depend on a man” narrative, and give practical tools for healing narcissistic abuse, setting boundaries, asking for help daily, and finding therapy and community that fits a more traditional woman. They also walk through her quarter life crisis, fear that it is “too late” to find a husband, and her early steps toward a personal relationship with Christ and God, explaining how to read the Bible, question religion, and build faith without surrendering your mind to a pastor or denomination. If you are a hyper independent woman who wants to be a traditional wife, a stay at home mom, and a homemaker, or you are navigating narcissistic family dynamics, abusive exes, BPD, or late in life faith, this Christian leaning relationship and marriage podcast episode will speak directly to you and give you clear, no nonsense steps forward.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

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815. Why do kids sometimes get defensive, shut down, or lash out after they've made a mistake, broken a rule or hurt someone's feelings? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to compassionately help children notice their impact without shame, while helping them take meaningful steps toward repairing relationship ruptures through the action-based making of amends. Sources:McCloud, C. (2018). Buckets, dippers, and lids: Secrets to your happiness. Bucket Fillers.Sandland, B. (2025). Neurodivergent Experiences of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Expose the Environmental Factors too Often Overlooked. Neurodiversity, 3. https://doi.org/10.1177/27546330251394516Related Project Parenthood Episodes:Stop forcing your child to apologizeRepairing the Break: How to Fix Things with Your KidThe First Step to Solve Child Behavior ProblemsDr. Coor's Related Blog: A Stitch in Time Saves Nine: Relational Repair After Parent-Child ConflictsFind a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the Quick and Dirty Tips newsletter for more tips and advice.Project Parenthood is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthoodhttps://twitter.com/qdtparenthoodhttps://brooklynparenttherapy.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this honest, hilarious, and all-over-the-map conversation, Christina and Brittany dive into the everyday realities of modern life — the kind no one really prepares you for.From tech meltdowns and travel routines to hiring help at home, adapting to change, and navigating long-term relationships, this episode is a reminder that doing everything yourself isn't the badge of honor we once thought it was.They recap a whirlwind Vegas trip that included a UFC fight, live events, and plenty of hot takes — plus real talk on marriage, communication, sleeping arrangements, and evolving standards around beauty and aging.Equal parts laughter, reflection, and “wait… same,” this episode is for anyone juggling life, love, and the never-ending list of responsibilities — and wondering if there's a better way.About Brittany and Christina:Meet Brittany and Christina, your dynamic podcast hosts who bring their unique blend of expertise, passion, and life experience to every conversation.Brittany, affectionately known as Britt, mom, mommy, bruh, and Queen, lives in Vancouver with her husband and their three fantastic kids (tweens and teens, hence the playful nicknames). Together for nearly two decades, Brittany and her husband share a love for travel and adventure. A self-proclaimed endurance sport junkie, Brittany thrives on pushing herself beyond her comfort zone to unlock her full potential. As a coach, she specializes in helping clients overcome overwhelm by aligning personal goals and values with actionable steps for success. Her greatest joys come from connecting with new people and witnessing their incredible achievements.Christina Lecuyer, a former professional golfer and TV host, is recognized as one of GlobeNewswire's Top Confidence Coaches. She works with clients worldwide, including entrepreneurs, Wall Street executives, stay-at-home moms, and small business owners. Through her signature "Decision, Faith & Action" framework, Christina has guided thousands of clients in creating their own versions of fulfillment and success, often leading to thriving six- and seven-figure businesses. Her 1-on-1 coaching model focuses on mindset and strategy to build self-trust, confidence, and long-term results.Together, Brittany and Christina bring their authentic, energetic, and empowering perspectives to help listeners navigate life, achieve their goals, and embrace their fullest potential. Feeling like you want to share a hot topic you'd like us to discuss on the podcast? Send us a DM over on Instagram at @anythingbutaveragepod. Your hot topic just might make it in the next episode!

In this conversation, Josh and Greg discuss the critical aspects of year-end financial management for business owners, emphasizing the importance of understanding profitability, job costing, and effective sales strategies. They explore the necessity of having a solid bookkeeping system, the challenges of self-employment, and the importance of accountability in business. The discussion also highlights the significance of planning for future growth and utilizing data to inform business decisions, while addressing the need for employee engagement and clear growth paths within organizations.   Chapters 00:00 Navigating Year-End Financials 05:30 Understanding Profitability and Cash Flow 10:05 The Importance of Job Costing 14:06 Pricing Strategies and Client Perception 23:32 Educating Clients on Value 29:40 Choosing Clients Wisely 31:01 Navigating the Digital Shift 34:09 Understanding Financial Management 39:02 The Importance of Accountability 41:58 The Challenges of Self-Employment 46:00 Planning for Success in Business 56:59 The Journey of a Business Owner

Getting you ready for 2026!For the video with closed captions go to patreon.com/theawakespace it's a public post and free to watch.This podcast is supported by The Awake Space Community Save up to 50% on new annual memberships for community, astrology insights, and member only info on Energy Mechanics, Astrology Courses, special savings on courses.Join the Modern Mystery School to get grandfathered into special access to the new Healing The Money Wound process in 2026!Sign Up Today at Patreon.com/theawakespaceS6 Ep 12 SummaryIn this episode, Laurie Rivers discusses the importance of energy awareness as we approach 2026. She emphasizes the need to understand how energy works, the influence of media, and the significance of setting intentions, especially during the new moon. Laurie also explores the concept of free will and consciousness, advocating for a non-deterministic approach to astrology and personal growth. She highlights the role of astrologers in helping individuals navigate their paths and encourages listeners to embrace their agency in shaping their futures.PLUS enjoy a mini episode of The Astrologer's Round Table, with Suzzy Evolutionary, Damien Bartlett and Shelby Lordi as they discuss why astrologer's go to other astrologers and what to expect in consultations and what are the red flags.Show Links:Sign up for Laurie's 2026 Year Ahead Predictions and Preparations - a 2 hour + event where Laurie gives you what you need to know to make the most out of 2026's energy. (Yes it's recorded) - Sign Up https://www.wokeastrology.com/event-details/2026-year-ahead (Awake Space members grab your special savings here https://www.patreon.com/collection/894574 )Book Your End of Year Astrology Consults at wokeastrology.comChapters00:00 Understanding Energy and Control03:55 The Role of Free Will in Predictions07:11 Navigating Duality and Free Will10:03 Astrology as a Tool for Self-Understanding12:30 The Importance of Energy Awareness15:16 Consulting Astrologers for Personal Growth17:39 Harnessing Energy for the New Moon18:11 Astrologer's Roundtable45:54 Community Updates and Shoutouts49:21 New Moon in Sagittarius: Setting Intentions49:38 Introduction and Upcoming Events50:36 New Moon in Sagittarius: Setting Intentions52:54 Overcoming Obstacles in Personal Growth56:08 Embracing Opportunities in 202658:19 Accountability and Optimism for the New Year

The New Jersey Devils need to be mentally tougher according to head coach Sheldon Keefe. Do you think the Devils need to be mentally tougher?By Sam Woo and Scottyhttps://pucksandpitchforks.comhttps://www.LetsGoDevils.comRATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-go-devils-podcast/id1371371669 #NJDevils #NHL #LetsGoDevils #LGD #Devils #NewJersey #NCAA #AHLBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/let-s-go-devils-podcast--2862943/support.

Matt and Jen discuss strategies for achieving goals in 2026. They emphasize the importance of setting realistic, emotional goals and creating a detailed roadmap. Jen shares a pivotal moment of self-realization about her weight, while Matt recounts a financial epiphany. They highlight the need for a visualization of goals, identity work, and mentorship. They advise choosing three non-negotiable actions weekly, building a supportive environment, and reviewing progress regularly. They also stress the importance of persistence, as most people quit before seeing significant results.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Ignite Your Impact!As referenced in the show you can visit our website at phenixmethod.comJoin our Private Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/phenixmethodbodyandlifestyletransformations for lifestyle transformation hacks that the pros use.

Following the Bondi shooting, Indian community organisations have responded with calls for stronger government accountability and tighter gun control, while urging the public to remain calm and united. Several groups have also supported the NSW Premier's appeal for blood donations. In this podcast, we bring together these community responses and a first hand eyewitness account from community leader Saroni Roy, who was present at Bondi during the attack and took shelter as the incident unfolded.

In this episode of The Oracle 19 Podcast, we have an honest and necessary conversation about accountability versus growth and how these two mindsets create very different outcomes among certain women in the same community.This discussion focuses on choices, behavior, conditioning, responsibility, and personal development — not attacks on women as a whole. We explore how mindset, accountability, and self-awareness play a critical role in relationships, family, success, and long-term stability.This is a respectful but direct conversation meant to encourage reflection, growth, and empowerment.⚠️ Listener discretion advised — this episode challenges uncomfortable truths.LINKS:⁠⁠⁠https://www.officialmoringamagic.com/#aff=enamul33 ⁠⁠⁠ moringa pillsMasonic Regalia and Jewelry Wholesale Prices | Bricks Masons https://bit.ly/4a2nn4DThe Encyclopedia of Power Foods- Latest2024! Ebooks https://bit.ly/49XfoWn⁠⁠⁠https://www.legalcontracts.com/?pid=p⁠⁠⁠Podcast: Monday and ThursdayLike, subscribe, share, and support the channel. www.theoracle19radio.com www.linktree.com/evolutionoflondon www.patreon.com/evolutionoflondon www.rumble.com/theoracle19www.theoracle19radio.comBusiness sponsorship inquiries: evolutionoflondon@gmail.comShop now: www.evolutionoflondon.com(online shopping mall)www.evolutionoflondon.org(custom clothing accessories digital products)www.evolutionoflondon.store(accessories) Donate/PayPal:Evolutionoflondon@gmail.comMusic: cheap limousine channel on YouTubeGreatness19 channel on YouTubeMr. Evolution of London (health and wellness)on YouTubeWJA Accessories(fitness consultant)Email: healthfitnessconsultant1@gmail.com

In this episode of MeriTalking, Nicole Burdette sits down with LaRel Rogers, staff product marketing manager for federal at Okta, to discuss the rise of agentic AI and its impact across government. Together, they explore how autonomous AI agents are transforming mission delivery, along with strategies for protecting critical access points and data flows between human users, AI agents, and sensitive government systems.

Let me know your thoughts on the show and what topic you would like me to discuss next.Join Alain Dumonceaux and guest Steven Seidel in this insightful episode of the Revolutionary Man Podcast as they dive into the essence of legacy, identity, and fatherhood. Key points include: Understanding legacy beyond wealth, The journey of authenticity and embracing vulnerability, Steven's personal turning points and lessons from loss, The importance of connection and building support systems like men's groups, and Practical frameworks for self-improvement and building a purpose-driven life. Perfect for men seeking purpose, courage, and deeper connections. Key moments in this episode:03:43 Steven's Turning Point07:07 The Hidden Power of Grief13:01 Balancing Business and Personal Life20:30 Introducing the GREAT Framework22:17 The Power of Accountability and Action25:07 The Journey Deck: Building Connections29:52 The Artist's Way: Exercises for Creativity32:29 Realising You Are Enough34:57 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionHow to reach Steve:Website: https://stephenseidel.com/Social Media Contact Information:FB: http://facebook.com/stephenseidelIG: http://instagram.com/stephenseidelYT: http://youtube.com/stephenseidelX: https://twitter.com/StephenSeidelIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/StephenSeidel/Support the showThanks for listening to the Revolutionary Man Podcast. For more information about our programs, please use the links below to learn more about us. It could be the step that changes your life.

Send us a textIn this episode of Concrete Genius Pod, Sauce Mackenzie goes all the way in—no fluff, no tap dancing.We talk about sexual discipline and power, and why Black men in high-visibility positions can't afford sloppy boundaries. From the Michigan coaching situation to the way scandals get handled differently depending on who you are, we break down the real-world consequences of impulse, ego, and “I'm untouchable” thinking.Then we shift to the NFL and media narratives—why a white quarterback's frustration gets framed as “honest” and “human,” while a Black quarterback saying the same thing gets labeled “ungrateful.” We also talk relationships, access, audacity, and why understanding the rules is more important than being emotional about them.If you're trying to build wealth, protect your name, and move smarter in a world that doesn't grade everybody equally—this one's for you.

BONUS: Swimming in Tech Debt — Practical Techniques to Keep Your Team from Drowning in Its Codebase In this fascinating conversation, veteran software engineer and author Lou Franco shares hard-won lessons from decades at startups, Trello, and Atlassian. We explore his book "Swimming in Tech Debt," diving deep into the 8 Questions framework for evaluating tech debt decisions, personal practices that compound over time, team-level strategies for systematic improvement, and leadership approaches that balance velocity with sustainability. Lou reveals why tech debt is often the result of success, how to navigate the spectrum between ignoring debt and rewriting too much, and practical techniques individuals, teams, and leaders can use starting today. The Exit Interview That Changed Everything "We didn't go slower by paying tech debt. We went actually faster, because we were constantly in that code, and now we didn't have to run into problems." — Lou Franco   Lou's understanding of tech debt crystallized during an exit interview at Atalasoft, a small startup where he'd spent years. An engineer leaving the company confronted him: "You guys don't care about tech debt." Lou had been focused on shipping features, believing that paying tech debt would slow them down. But this engineer told a different story — when they finally fixed their terrible build and installation system, they actually sped up. They were constantly touching that code, and removing the friction made everything easier. This moment revealed a fundamental truth: tech debt isn't just about code quality or engineering pride. It's about velocity, momentum, and the ability to move fast sustainably. Lou carried this lesson through his career at Trello (where he learned the dangers of rewriting too much) and Atlassian (where he saw enterprise-scale tech debt management). These experiences became the foundation for "Swimming in Tech Debt." Tech Debt Is the Result of Success "Tech debt is often the result of success. Unsuccessful projects don't have tech debt." — Lou Franco   This reframes the entire conversation about tech debt. Failed products don't accumulate debt — they disappear before it matters. Tech debt emerges when your code survives long enough to outlive its original assumptions, when your user base grows beyond initial expectations, when your team scales faster than your architecture anticipated. At Atalasoft, they built for 10 users and got 100. At Trello, mobile usage exploded beyond their web-first assumptions. Success creates tech debt by changing the context in which code operates. This means tech debt conversations should happen at different intensities depending on where you are in the product lifecycle. Early startups pursuing product-market fit should minimize tech debt investments — move fast, learn, potentially throw away the code. Growth-stage companies need balanced approaches. Mature products benefit significantly from tech debt investments because operational efficiency compounds over years. Understanding this lifecycle perspective helps teams make appropriate decisions rather than applying one-size-fits-all rules. The 8 Questions Framework for Tech Debt Decisions "Those 8 questions guide you to what you should do. If it's risky, has regressions, and you don't even know if it's gonna work, this is when you're gonna do a project spike." — Lou Franco   Lou introduces a systematic framework for evaluating whether to pay tech debt, inspired by Bob Moesta's push-pull forces from product management. The 8 questions create a complete picture:   Visibility — Will people outside the team understand what we're doing? Alignment — Does this match our engineering values and target architecture? Resistance — How hard is this code to work with right now? Volatility — How often do we touch this code? Regression Risk — What's the chance we'll introduce new problems? Project Size — How big is this to fix? Estimate Risk — How uncertain are we about the effort required? Outcome Uncertainty — How confident are we the fix will actually improve things?   High volatility and high resistance with low regression risk? Pay the debt now. High regression risk with no tests? Write tests first, then reassess. Uncertain outcomes on a big project? Do a spike or proof of concept. The framework prevents both extremes — ignoring costly debt and undertaking risky rewrites without proper preparation. Personal Practices That Compound Daily "When I sit down at my desk, the first thing I do is I pay a little tech debt. I'm looking at code, I'm about to change it, do I even understand it? Am I having some kind of resistance to it? Put in a little helpful comment, maybe a little refactoring." — Lou Franco   Lou shares personal habits that create compounding improvements over time. Start each coding session by paying a small amount of tech debt in the area you're about to work — add a clarifying comment, extract a confusing variable, improve a function name. This warms you up, reduces friction for your actual work, and leaves the code slightly better than you found it. The clean-as-you-go philosophy means tech debt never accumulates faster than you can manage it. But Lou's most powerful practice comes at the end of each session: mutation testing by hand. Before finishing for the day, deliberately break something — change a plus to minus, a less-than to less-than-or-equal. See if tests catch it. Often they don't, revealing gaps in test coverage. The key insight: don't fix it immediately. Leave that failing test as the bridge to tomorrow's coding session. It connects today's momentum to tomorrow's work, ensuring you always start with context and purpose rather than cold-starting each day. Mutation Testing: Breaking Things on Purpose "Before I'm done working on a coding session, I break something on purpose. I'll change a plus to a minus, a less than to a less than equals, and see if tests break. A lot of times tests don't break. Now you've found a problem in your test." — Lou Franco   Manual mutation testing — deliberately breaking code to verify tests catch the break — reveals a critical gap in most test suites. You can have 100% code coverage and still have untested behavior. A line of code that's executed during tests isn't necessarily tested — the test might not actually verify what that line does. By changing operators, flipping booleans, or altering constants, you discover whether your tests protect against actual logic errors or just exercise code paths. Lou recommends doing this manually as part of your daily practice, but automated tools exist for systematic discovery: Stryker (for JavaScript, C#, Scala) and MutMut (for Python) can mutate your entire codebase and report which mutations survive uncaught. This isn't just about test quality — it's about understanding what your code actually does and building confidence that changes won't introduce subtle bugs. Team-Level Practices: Budgets, Backlogs, and Target Architecture "Create a target architecture document — where would we be if we started over today? Every PR is an opportunity to move slightly toward that target." — Lou Franco   At the team level, Lou advocates for three interconnected practices. First, create a target architecture document that describes where you'd be if starting fresh today — not a detailed design, but architectural patterns, technology choices, and structural principles that represent current best practices. This isn't a rewrite plan; it's a North Star. Every pull request becomes an opportunity to move incrementally toward that target when touching relevant code. Second, establish a budget split between PM-led feature work and engineering-led tech debt work — perhaps 80/20 or whatever ratio fits your product lifecycle stage. This creates predictable capacity for tech debt without requiring constant negotiation. Third, hold quarterly tech debt backlog meetings separate from sprint planning. Treat this backlog like PMs treat product discovery — explore options, estimate impacts, prioritize based on the 8 Questions framework. Some items fit in sprints; others require dedicated engineers for a quarter or two. This systematic approach prevents tech debt from being perpetually deprioritized while avoiding the opposite extreme of engineers disappearing into six-month "improvement" projects with no visible progress. The Atlassian Five-Alarm Fire "The Atlassian CTO's 'five-alarm fire' — stopping all feature development to focus on reliability. I reduced sync errors by 75% during that initiative." — Lou Franco   Lou shares a powerful example of leadership-driven tech debt management at scale. The Atlassian CTO called a "five-alarm fire" — halting all feature development across the company to focus exclusively on reliability and tech debt. This wasn't panic; it was strategic recognition that accumulated debt threatened the business. Lou worked on reducing sync errors, achieving a 75% reduction during this focused period. The initiative demonstrated several leadership principles: willingness to make hard calls that stop revenue-generating feature work, clear communication of why reliability matters strategically, trust that teams will use the time wisely, and commitment to see it through despite pressure to resume features. This level of intervention is rare and shouldn't be frequent, but it shows what's possible when leadership truly prioritizes tech debt. More commonly, leaders should express product lifecycle constraints (startup urgency vs. mature product stability), give teams autonomy to find appropriate projects within those constraints, and require accountability through visible metrics and dashboards that show progress. The Rewrite Trap: Why Big Rewrites Usually Fail "A system that took 10 years to write has implicit knowledge that can't be replicated in 6 months. I'm mostly gonna advocate for piecemeal migrations along the way, reducing the size of the problem over time." — Lou Franco   Lou lived through Trello's iOS navigation rewrite — a classic example of throwing away working code to start fresh, only to discover all the edge cases, implicit behaviors, and user expectations baked into the "old" system. A codebase that evolved over several years contains implicit knowledge — user workflows, edge case handling, performance optimizations, and subtle behaviors that users rely on even if they never explicitly requested them. Attempting to rewrite this in six months inevitably misses critical details. Lou strongly advocates for piecemeal migrations instead. The Trello "Decaffeinate Project" exemplifies this approach — migrating from CoffeeScript to TypeScript incrementally, with public dashboards showing the percentage remaining, interoperable technologies allowing gradual transition, and the ability to pause or reverse if needed. Keep both systems running in parallel during migrations. Use runtime observability to verify new code behaves identically to old code. Reduce the problem size steadily over months rather than attempting big-bang replacements. The only exception: sometimes keeping parallel systems requires scaffolding that creates its own complexity, so evaluate whether piecemeal migration is actually simpler or if you're better off living with the current system. Making Tech Debt Visible Through Dashboards "Put up a dashboard, showing it happen. Make invisible internal improvements visible through metrics engineering leadership understands." — Lou Franco   One of tech debt's biggest challenges is invisibility — non-technical stakeholders can't see the improvement from refactoring or test coverage. Lou learned to make tech debt work visible through dashboards and metrics. The Decaffeinate Project tracked percentage of CoffeeScript files remaining, providing a clear progress indicator anyone could understand. When reducing sync errors, Lou created dashboards showing error rates declining over time. These visualizations serve multiple purposes: they demonstrate value to leadership, create accountability for engineering teams, build momentum as progress becomes visible, and help teams celebrate wins that would otherwise go unnoticed. The key is choosing metrics that matter to the business — error rates, page load times, deployment frequency, mean time to recovery — rather than pure code quality metrics like cyclomatic complexity that don't translate outside engineering. Connect tech debt work to customer experience, reliability, or developer productivity in ways leadership can see and value. Onboarding as a Tech Debt Opportunity "Unit testing is a really great way to learn a system. It's like an executable specification that's helping you prove that you understand the system." — Lou Franco   Lou identifies onboarding as an underutilized opportunity for tech debt reduction. When new engineers join, they need to learn the codebase. Rather than just reading code or shadowing, Lou suggests having them write unit tests in areas they're learning. This serves dual purposes: tests are executable specifications that prove understanding of system behavior, and they create safety nets in areas that likely lack coverage (otherwise, why would new engineers be confused by the code?). The new engineer gets hands-on learning, the team gets better test coverage, and everyone wins. This practice also surfaces confusing code — if new engineers struggle to understand what to test, that's a signal the code needs clarifying comments, better naming, or refactoring. Make onboarding a systematic tech debt reduction opportunity rather than passive knowledge transfer. Leadership's Role: Constraints, Autonomy, and Accountability "Leadership needs to express the constraints. Tell the team what you're feeling about tech debt at a high level, and what you think generally is the appropriate amount of time to be spent on it. Then give them autonomy." — Lou Franco   Lou distills leadership's role in tech debt management to three elements. First, express constraints — communicate where you believe the product is in its lifecycle (early startup, rapid growth, mature cash cow) and what that means for tech debt tolerance. Are we pursuing product-market fit where code might be thrown away? Are we scaling a proven product where reliability matters? Are we maintaining a stable system where operational efficiency pays dividends? These constraints help teams make appropriate trade-offs. Second, give autonomy — once constraints are clear, trust teams to identify specific tech debt projects that fit those constraints. Engineers understand the codebase's pain points better than leaders do. Third, require accountability — teams must make their work visible through dashboards, metrics, and regular updates. Autonomy without accountability becomes invisible engineering projects that might not deliver value. Accountability without autonomy becomes micromanagement that wastes engineering judgment. The balance creates space for teams to make smart decisions while keeping leadership informed and confident in the investment. AI and the Future of Tech Debt "I really do AI-assisted software engineering. And by that, I mean I 100% review every single line of that code. I write the tests, and all the code is as I would have written it, it's just a lot faster. Developers are still responsible for it. Read the code." — Lou Franco   Lou has a chapter about AI in his book, addressing the elephant in the room: will AI-generated code create massive tech debt? His answer is nuanced. AI can accelerate development tremendously if used correctly — Lou uses it extensively but reviews every single line, writes all tests himself, and ensures the code matches what he would have written manually. The problem emerges with "vibe coders" — non-developers using AI to generate code they don't understand, creating unmaintainable messes that become someone else's problem. Developers remain responsible for all code, regardless of how it's generated. This means you must read and understand AI-generated code, not blindly accept it. Lou also raises supply chain security concerns — dependencies can contain malicious code, and AI might introduce vulnerabilities developers miss. His recommendation: stay six months behind on dependency updates, let others discover the problems first, and consider separate sandboxed development machines to limit security exposure. AI is a powerful tool, but it doesn't eliminate the need for engineering judgment, testing discipline, or code review practices. The Style Guide Beyond Formatting "Have a style guide that goes beyond formatting to include target architecture. This is the kind of code we want to write going forward." — Lou Franco   Lou advocates for style guides that extend beyond tabs-versus-spaces formatting rules to include architectural guidance. Document patterns you want to move toward: how should components be structured, what state management approaches do we prefer, how should we handle errors, what testing patterns should we follow? This creates a shared understanding of the target architecture without requiring a massive design document. When reviewing pull requests, teams can reference the style guide to explain why certain approaches align with where the codebase is headed versus perpetuating old patterns. This makes tech debt conversations less personal and more objective — it's not about criticizing someone's code, it's about aligning with team standards and strategic direction. The style guide becomes a living document that evolves as the team learns and technology changes, capturing collective wisdom about what good code looks like in your specific context. Recommended Resources Some of the resources mentioned in this episode include:  Steve Blank's Four Steps To Epiphany The podcast episode with Bernie Maloney where we discuss the critical difference between "enterprise" and "startup". And Geoffrey Moore's Crossing the Chasm, and Dealing with Darwin.   About Lou Franco   Lou Franco is a veteran software engineer and author of Swimming in Tech Debt. With decades of experience at startups, as well as Trello, and Atlassian, he's seen both sides of debt—as coder and leader. Today, he advises teams on engineering practices, helping them turn messy codebases into momentum.   You can link with Lou Franco on LinkedIn and learn more at LouFranco.com.

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Most men obsess over goals - the outcomes, the achievements, the shiny targets. But goals don't build men. Standards do. In today's Field Notes, Ryan breaks down why standards define your identity, how they outperform goals in every way, and why your life only changes when you elevate the rules you live by. He shares powerful examples, including recovering from a major injury, why men fail when they rely on motivation, and how to build standards that make you unshakable. Ryan also outlines a four-step framework to reset your identity, eliminate weak standards, and cement the behaviors that transform your life. If you want 2026 to be different, this episode explains exactly where to start. Key Takeaways Goals are emotionally dependent, standards are identity-based. Standards keep you anchored in the present - goals keep you trapped in the future. Goals collapse under adversity; standards strengthen you because they're non-negotiable. A man becomes powerful when he lives by a code with zero negotiation. Your life changes when your identity upgrades, not when your goals get bigger. Four-step framework to build standards that stick: -Identify the man you refuse to be. -Build non-negotiables in all four quadrants (Calibration, Connection, Condition, Contribution). -Build accountability. -Enforce consequences when you violate your own standards. 00:00 - Introduction   00:09 - Why Most Men Get Goals Backwards   01:20 - Goals Don't Build Men — Standards Do   02:33 - Examples of Weak vs. Strong Standards   04:34 - Ryan's Pec Tear: Standards in Adversity   06:24 - A Man Rises or Falls to His Standards   07:50 - Why Goals Fail Men   09:33 - How Goals Delay Action and Keep Men Stuck   11:23 - Goals Collapse Under Stress   12:57 - Standards Create Structure and Strength   14:38 - How Standards Transform a Man   16:10 - Standards Prevent Moral Drift   17:32 - Building Trust Through Consistency   18:57 - Standards Make Men Anti-Fragile   21:03 - Stop Waiting for "All Green Lights"   22:43 - Identity Before Action   23:28 - Fast Progress Comes From Identity Shifts   24:26 - The "Light Yourself on Fire" Lesson   25:14 - Reverse Engineering Goals Into Standards   25:57 - Step 1: Identify the Man You Refuse to Be   27:38 - Making Weak Behaviors Repulsive   29:31 - Step 2: Non-Negotiables in the Four Quadrants   31:32 - Step 3: Accountability   33:00 - Step 4: Enforce Consequences   33:42 - Final Challenge: Raise Your Standards   35:45 - Iron Council Promotion   36:33 - Preview Call Details   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.In this 2 Be Better Podcast episode, Chris and Peaches sit down in Christmas onesies and react to one of their earliest traditional marriage videos, breaking down how far they have come in communication, accountability, and gender roles since season one. You will watch them cringe at old ego, laugh at their own anxiety, and then double down on traditional marriage advice, protector–provider–presider masculine leadership, and what a stay at home wife actually brings to the table in a modern relationship. They unpack division of labor in marriage, decompression time for both partners, mental health and “bad days” with chores, and why they still believe men should pay for the first date while also warning broke men that they should fix their finances before jumping into dating. If you are searching for real talk on traditional gender roles, trad wife life, dating standards, first date rules, time management as a stay at home mom, and how to build a functional household instead of keeping score over socks and dishes, this reaction episode shows their growth in real time and gives you language you can use in your own relationship. From there, they read and dissect a heavy email from a mother of four whose partner has checked out of the family, become obsessed with crypto trading, and started emotionally abusing her sons over money, using it as a live case study in stepdad behavior, blended families, and what emotional abuse and financial manipulation actually look like in real life. Chris and Peaches talk through exit strategies, why your kids' safety and emotional stability come before keeping a man, how addiction to charts and gambling-level crypto risk destroys connection, and why therapy, accountability, and doing your own “dirty work” after trauma matter before you start dating again. They also revisit homeschooling versus daycare for special needs kids, building a tribe through Patreon, retreats, men's and women's coaching groups, and why shared purpose and clear standards make traditional marriage, stay at home motherhood, and provider masculinity actually work. If you are looking for blunt relationship coaching on traditional marriage, stay at home mom life, step-parent dynamics, crypto addiction in relationships, and setting real non-negotiables in dating and marriage, this episode will hit hard and give you practical tools, not fluff.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

In this episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches kick off Season 4 with real talk about what it actually takes to build a regulated, connected life and marriage. They share behind-the-scenes updates on their growing community, retreats, and content, including the upcoming “I Am Whole” women's retreat with seminars on feminine embodiment, devotional motherhood and wifehood, shadow work, nervous system regulation, and self-liberation. If you're craving feminine energy work, women's retreats, self-care, and practical marriage tools from a husband and wife who actually live this, this conversation sets the tone for intentional growth in 2026 and beyond.From there, they dive deep into a YouTube comment about a defensive husband with childhood trauma and unpack what “30 years of conditioning” really means, how reactivity forms, and how to talk to a defensive partner without blowing up the relationship. Using real examples from their marriage and a powerful email from a Patreon member in a 22-year trauma-bonded relationship, they tackle the hard questions: how to stop living in survival mode, how to break generational trauma for your kids, what the roommate phase really is, when you're just not trying versus when it's actually time to let go, and how to rebuild intimacy by choice, not by accident. If you've ever wondered whether to stay, leave, or fight for your marriage, this episode gives you grounded marriage advice, communication scripts, mindset shifts, and perspective on healing trauma in relationships so you can make a clear, conscious decision about your future.Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

12.12.25, Kevin Sheehan reacts to Kliff Kingsbury's press conference where he was very direct and took accountability for play calling blunders.

What you'll learn on this episode:Why success in real estate requires full commitment—not half-measuresHow to shift from outcome obsession to mastering the right daily activitiesThe five critical money-making activities every real estate agent must prioritizeThe role of Teach to Sell in building trust, credibility, and authorityHow to set “pre-decision compasses” to stay consistent when things get toughWhy consistent lead generation + conversion is the key to no broke monthsHow to avoid the biggest mistake that keeps agents stuck in meager resultsWhy structured role play and negotiation practice build elite sales confidence To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan RochonTeach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Have an episode suggestion? Text us!Most partners think they're “holding someone accountable,” but what they're really doing is chasing accountability, forcing awareness, and slipping into shaming without realizing it. This episode cuts through all of that.Paige breaks down the difference between identity attacks and behavior statements, why shame can be a driver for change but shaming never works, and how to communicate in a way that aligns with your values even when the person you're talking to doesn't change.If you've ever wondered why your conversations escalate instead of resolve, or why “explaining it better” doesn't help, this episode will give you the clarity you've been missing.Find video clips and full length video from this episode on YouTube and our other social media pages!On the web:www.twfo.comSupport the Show:Buy Us a Coffee!Online Program: www.independentlystrong.comSoberlink Device:www.soberlink.com/wheelsCheck out our blog:https://twfo.com/blogFollow us on TikTok:https://tiktok.com/@twfo_coupleFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/twfo_couple/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TWFOCoupleFollow us on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@twfo_coupleFind Taylor Counseling Group:https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/Donate to Counseling for the Future Foundation:Donate Here

Text Me Here!!!Wow! What an amazing 12 days it has been!Thank you for coming along every day, it's been so fun to be on with you and now we are here!I kept going back and forth on what the last episode for our 12 Days should be, but I ultimately decided on talking about the one thing that has transformed and helped this year to turn out as one of the best years, which is in thanks due to: Goal Setting.I'm not sure if it's just dull to hear about setting goals, especially at the beginning of the year, but I'm honest in saying, if you do this right, and lay out all the areas you want to see acheievement in, it will produce such an incredible feeling of accomplishment and worth! That's why I decided we had to talk about it.We go through the reasons I've found goal setting to be beneficial, why it's crucial to writing down your goals, (and not just once, but multilple times) and then we even go over my goals from this year and how they turned out and what I'm setting for next year.Let me know what you'll be setting for your goals this year, I'll be your accountability partner!Above all, have a great rest of 2025! And thank you for being here! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Summary In this conversation, Christopher Keller and Gina Rogean explore the journey of health and wellness, transitioning from traditional medicine to functional approaches, and the importance of accountability in healthcare. They discuss personal transformations, the role of faith in healing, and practical steps for individuals looking to improve their health. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of community support and the entrepreneurial spirit in building a health-focused practice. Takeaways The importance of addressing the root causes of health issues.Proactive health management can lead to significant lifestyle changes.Faith and spirituality play a crucial role in overall wellness.Accountability in healthcare can enhance patient outcomes.Transformational stories can inspire others to make changes.Nutrition should focus on whole foods, avoiding processed items.Building a business requires a strong foundation and systems.Personal experiences shape the approach to health and wellness.Community support is vital for personal and professional growth.Health is a lifelong journey, not a quick fix.

In this heartfelt in‑person conversation from Florida, Tina Paulus‑Krause and her daughter Courtney explore what happens after a transformational retreat or "reset." They share the real integration work required once you return to everyday life—how to walk the walk, not just talk the talk. Through their own mother–daughter healing journey, Tina and Courtney unpack key themes like accountability, nervous system regulation, spiritual growth, and the courage it takes to stop trying to "fix" everyone else and start doing your own inner work. They define what it truly means to hold space, why receiving is so hard (especially for leaders, moms, and high achievers), and how retreats, membership support, and spiritual development can create lasting change in relationships and life. If you've ever left a retreat, program, or conference wondering "Now what?", this episode will give you language, perspective, and hope for the next phase of your journey. Timestamps / Chapters [00:00] Welcome & setup In-person podcast in Florida, preparing for end-of-year retreats; today's focus: what happens after the reset. [01:36] The aftermath & integration Courtney on going back home, relationships, and work with new tools—and why integration is ongoing, not instant. [04:27] Real mother–daughter work Tina shares how their relationship was rebuilt through dark nights of the soul, communication, and imperfect attempts to integrate new tools. [07:05] Accountability & not feeling alone Feeling seen and heard at retreat, the "honeymoon phase," and why accountability and community matter when life happens. [10:27] Processes to clean, clear, and come back to self Modern distractions, getting stuck, and why we need repeatable practices to return to ourselves. [11:09] What "holding space" really means Courtney defines holding space emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—without fixing, judging, or gossiping. [13:04] From fixing to listening & self-space Tina's shift from fixer to space-holder; listening to understand; holding space for yourself and creating the retreat center. [15:04] Learning to receive Why receiving feels so uncomfortable, how ego resists it, and how it transformed their relationship. [18:12] Energy exchange & love languages Balancing giving and receiving, honoring different love languages, and finding shared activities that create true connection. [20:15] Generational patterns & mother–child retreats Why change often starts with the mom, generational healing, and inviting mothers and children into new ways of relating. [22:17] Doing the work & why the Reset Retreat exists Daily relationship work, visioning individually and together, and stepping out of "fixing everyone but me." [23:22] Choice, suffering & turning the mirror Suffering as a choice, pausing, introspection, and having hard conversations as the way through. [24:53] From darkness to development Victimhood vs. self-development, family resistance, mirror work, and how their inner work became a life mission. [26:29] Nervous system regulation & why Tina does this work Hurt people vs. transformed people, tools Tina wishes she had when her kids were young, and learning to manage the nervous system. [28:13] Why Courtney does this work Worthiness, consciousness, and supporting people to step through the "gates" into higher awareness and responsibility. [32:03] Lone wolves & being truly held Coaching, being fully honest, not having to do it alone, and creating a structure that can hold even deep trauma. [39:28] Crystal Clear Missions & the membership Courtney explains their organization, weekly check-ins/check-outs, consciousness classes, and channeled spiritual support. [44:53] Different ways to step in From guides to membership to 3-day immersives—meeting people where they are on the journey. [45:30] Going public & calling people in Stepping more into the public eye, co-creation, and an open invitation to those who feel called. [46:29] Closing reflections Tina's love for sharing Courtney with the world and a warm invitation to join them on this path. Courtney and Crystal Clear Missions Membership: https://www.crystalclearmissions.org/membership   Connect with Tina: https://tinapauluskrause.com/ Schedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/coachtpk/30min Sign Up for a RESET Retreat: https://tinapauluskrause.com/reset-retreat/ Oder Book Coming Home: https://transformation.tinapauluskrause.com/offers/HLoDRFAU/checkout Other Products and Services: https://linktr.ee/tinapk

In this 75th episode of “Live & Be Great,” host Latonya McDonald delves into the complicated realities of family estrangement and the decision to go no contact. Explore why this is not a passing trend but a generational awakening focused on mental health and setting healthy boundaries. With insight from groundbreaking therapy perspectives and real-life stories, the discussion reveals the importance of accountability, self-awareness, and cultural nuances that shape the journey toward healing. Whether you're an adult child, a parent seeking understanding, or somewhere in between, you'll gain powerful strategies for navigating grief, joy, and reconciliation. Don't miss actionable tips for making peace with your choices and fostering emotional well-being.Timestamped Overview00:00:01 — Latonya McDonald opens with reflections on voice and content creation00:01:43 — Explaining family estrangement and the “trend” of no contact00:03:02 — Generational awakening and the shift from role-based to relationship-based family dynamics00:06:41 — Dismissive parental attitudes and the importance of self-awareness00:09:09 — Why basic parental duties don't erase deeper harm00:10:52 — Adult children's experiences: Joy, grief, and freedom after estrangement00:13:00 — Therapy misconceptions and why no contact is usually a last resort00:15:41 — The unique challenges of estrangement in Black, immigrant, and religious families00:17:44 — Can reconciliation happen? Accountability and healing discussed00:19:41 — Forgiveness versus access: Setting boundaries after harm00:22:24 — Addressing accountability for both parents and adult children • 00:24:26 — Final thoughts, encouragement, and invitation to connectKeywords:family estrangement, no contact, adult children, parental relationships, boundaries, generational cycles, healing, therapy, self-awareness, emotional neglect, accountability, reconciliation, liberation, mental health, toxic family, generational trauma, grief, joy, forgiveness, cultural pressure, race, religion, family therapy, emotional abuse, verbal abuse, physical abuse, personal growth, reflection, spiritual healing, parental control, psychological coachingBegin your healing journey today liveandbegreat.comBegin your Digital Soul Cleanse at https://liveandbegreat.com/digital-soul-cleanse

On Today's Menu on Marsha's Plate This week we talk about Delta Airlines foolishness, this Trans Man vs Trans Women debate Listen on all streaming Platforms https://pod.link/1293033444 Here we talk about cultural events, entertainment news, and gender politics from a Black Trans feminist lens. This is Diamond Stylz archival work that preserves the histories, experiences, and contributions of a marginalized community that has been historically erased, overlooked, or misrepresented. We focus on people who identitfy as Black, trans, gay, or woman...or any combination of all of them. We have merch as well if you wanna support Marsha's Plate https://teespring.com/stores/marshasplate Reading Recommendations https://bookshop.org/shop/DiamondStylz #marshasplate #girlslikeus #boyslikeus #transgender #podcast #podsincolor #podernfamily #transisbeautiful #houston #lgbt #transmen #transwomen #blackfeminism #trans101 #trans #blacktranswomen #blacktransmen #houstonpride #indiepodcast #blacktranslivesmatter #lgbtqia #lgbtq #genderidentity #pride #blackgirlmagic #blackboyjoy #podcast

What if your team could achieve unprecedented levels of performance and accountability? Unravel the secrets of transformational leadership in our discussion with Keith Ferrazzi, a trailblazing executive team coach and New York Times bestselling author. Keith's latest book, "Never Lead Alone: 10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship," draws from over two decades of research and thousands of team assessments, revealing strategies that have revolutionized giants like General Motors and are now shaping AI-driven transformations.Ever wondered how to turn conflict into a catalyst for creativity? Keith shares his insights on transforming organizational culture through strategic stress testing. By pioneering the use of small breakout rooms, teams can cultivate psychological safety and facilitate candid feedback. This shift from conflict avoidance to a culture of candor is not just theoretical, learn how it is being applied to achieve significant improvements in team dynamics. We delve into practical shifts and the establishment of a new social contract within teams, underscoring the potential for innovation and resilience in the face of challenges.During challenging times, how do teams not just survive, but thrive? We spotlight the resilience-building practices that Keith champions, like energy checks and gratitude circles, which have fortified teams during the pandemic. Learn from the success stories of high-performing teams, such as those at Elf Beauty, who leverage modern collaboration techniques for faster product development and competitive pricing. Keith's philosophy of "never lead alone" resonates throughout, advocating for a culture where gratitude and collective success are at the forefront. Engage with us as we embrace passion-fueled leadership and the transformative potential of team dynamics.What You'll Learn- The Power of Co-Elevation.- Strategies for transforming team dynamics.- Building unshakeable team resilience.- Intentional leadership and collaboration in hybrid work.- Peer coaching and open 360 feedback.- Embracing gratitude and collective success to revolutionize organizational culturePodcast Timestamps(00:00) - Leadership Strategies for High Performing Teams(09:58) - Transforming Organizational Culture Through Stress Testing(16:33) - Rewriting the Social Contract(29:39) - Building Team Resilience and Culture(45:36) - Leadership as a Core PassionKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Team Dynamics, Co-elevation, High Performance, Accountability, Stress Testing, Organizational Culture, Conflict Avoidance, Candid Feedback, Social Contract, Resilience, Creativity, Energy Checks, Gratitude Circles, Modern Collaboration, Positive Focus, Collective Success, Passion, Engagement, CEO Success

In this powerful client spotlight, Daria opens up about her long-game transformation. Navigating a lipedema diagnosis, multiple surgeries, and the mental load that comes with it—while committing to a simple promise: never live above 200 pounds again. We dig into the routines and mindsets that actually stick: consistent training, protein-forward meals, community support, and self-advocacy in a confusing healthcare landscape. Daria also shares her GLP-1 experience for managing food noise, the role of coaching accountability, and how letting go of rigid expectations unlocked real momentum. If you need proof that showing up beats perfection, this is it. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching SDE Method app: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/sde-method-app The Fitness League Waiting List https://u3rwk.share.hsforms.com/2rkAwsFntTAeZ__PxwXdr4Q Macros Guide https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies Alessandra's Instagram: http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik Joelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn Josh's Instagram: http://instagram.com/joshscutnik Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Daria's Journey 02:25 The Long Game: Commitment to Health 07:21 Understanding Lipedema: A Personal Diagnosis 13:26 Choosing to Keep Moving: Overcoming Challenges 16:39 The Role of GLP-1 Medications in Weight Management 20:07 Navigating Dietary Choices with Accountability 22:09 Consistency in Lifestyle Changes 25:05 Establishing a Routine for Success 29:21 The Power of Simplicity in Nutrition 30:42 Embracing Change and Overcoming Challenges 33:38 Letting Go of Past Expectations 36:41 Gratitude and Reflection on the Journey

What if the version of manhood you were handed pulled you into your head and out of your heart? In this episode, David breaks down the integrated man — clear mind, open heart, rooted presence — and why power over force is the path back to trust, intimacy, and purpose.Key Takeaways:- ~[01:20] Why most men never had a real model—and why that matters.- ~[03:10] The confusion of identities: masks vs. authentic masculinity.- ~[04:10] Human needs overriding values—and how good men go off course.- ~[06:00] Moving from head to heart so your family can feel you.- ~[09:30] Power, presence, and the oak: rooted, steady, unshakeable.- ~[12:00] Discipline from love; congruence, boundaries, and sovereignty.Watch on YouTube • Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Audible.

Throw back to season 1 ep 11. In this episode of the 2 Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches break down modern dating, monogamy, and why you should never enter a “committed” relationship if you still crave constant novelty and validation from other people. They unpack the difference between hookup culture, serial dating, and actually dating to marry, and they call out the mindset of “I just need something different” for what it is. You'll hear a raw conversation on monogamy vs polyamory, loyalty, sexual boredom, how to have honest conversations about sex and desire, and why you should not sacrifice your boundaries just to keep a partner who wants multiple sexual partners. They also walk through what healthy first dates should really look like, how to vet someone's character, red flags like being late, lack of ambition, constant victimhood, and why you should be dating to see if someone belongs in your life at all, not just to sleep with them.From there, they get into the hard stuff: how to communicate when you're hurt, how to ask “Do you want to solve or do you want to argue?”, how to use “I” statements without turning them into hidden accusations, and how to stop weaponizing pain in your marriage. They respond to real listener emails on first dates, blended families, stay-at-home motherhood with an overworked night-shift husband, resentment, lack of gratitude, and the brutal reality of poor time management and no boundaries. If you're looking for straight, no-nonsense relationship advice on healthy communication, dating to marry, masculine and feminine roles, standards, boundaries, and building a real partnership instead of living in drama, this episode will hit hard and give you practical perspective you can use today.Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

Joined this week by the one and only Ian Schulte, and I had an awesome time having this conversation. We open up with a discussion of being good versus looking good and it only went up from there!  We talked about leadership and mentorship in the fire service. Recruitment, training and setting the standard. Balancing education and On-the-job experience, and of course firehouse culture and morale!  All of this plus the usual beautiful questions from the audience to make sure we don't get to everything we wanted to discuss!!!!