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Ben Orthlieb of Blue Moon joins Nick to discuss AI Native VC, Achieving 50%+ Graduation from Seed to Series A, Why Access Is the Key to Success, and Why Network Driven Firms Can No Longer Compete. In this episode we cover: Challenges of the Traditional Venture Model Blue Moon's AI-Assisted Human Judgment Evaluating Exceptional Founders Access vs. Picking in Venture Capital Blue Moon's Sourcing and Screening Process Non-Obvious Data Sources and Market Dynamics Winning Deals and Founder Relationships Future of Blue Moon and AI in Venture Capital Importance of Price and Pre-Commitments Guest Links: Ben's LinkedIn Blue Moon's LinkedIn Blue Moon's Website The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. We're proud to partner with Ramp, the modern finance automation platform. Book a demo and get $150—no strings attached.   Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

Michelle just did an amazing interview with Denise Tallcott on the Working Moms Redefined Podcast where she discussed essential mindset reframes, tangible and simple micro habits to implement in your routine and how to achieve real results (especially as a mom!). 

John checks in with a friend who unplugged and walked off the grid to see how he's doing 3 years into his experiment on the playa. And he reminds us to stay wild, because the world is as sharp as a knife.  

Considering using mass timber for the first time? IMEG's Robert Norton provides key considerations in this episode of The Future Built Smarter. A senior structural engineer working out of IMEG's San Francisco office, Robert has more than a decade of experience designing with mass timber. He says the material is more than a trend—it transforms how a building is experienced. “Being in a wood building makes you much more comfortable. The wood provides a lot of warmth and it feels homier.”   Mass timber also changes how a building is designed and constructed, he adds. “It becomes part of the architecture.” Unlike steel or concrete buildings, where beams are often hidden behind ceilings, mass timber showcases every structural component. “Everything you do as an engineer is on display. All the connections, all the columns, the beams, the floor systems—they're visible for people to either enjoy or not enjoy, depending on how well of a job you do.” This emphasis on exposure means early collaboration is critical. “We really want to be as integrated as possible with the architect and engineers, so when we do get drawings from the fabricator for the mass timber panels, it's definitely ready to be installed.” Robert's team has also developed specialized connections. “Most of those off-the-shelf connections don't work, so we've done a handful of specialized details that create that really seamless look in the building.”   Thanks to its prefabricated panels, mass timber also speeds up construction,. “The mass timber product is assembled in pieces that come to the site and are dropped in place. You're saving up to 30 percent off your schedule just in the floor system alone.” The material also is highly sustainable, having much less embodied carbon than steel or concrete, he adds. And contrary to widely-held misconceptions, mass timber is fire-retardant. Unlike typical framing lumber, Robert says, “mass timber chars on the outside, forming a protective layer that insulates the core. That allows us to meet one-hour, two-hour, and even higher fire ratings—often without additional fireproofing.”   While upfront costs can be higher with mass timber, early planning can help overcome that, Robert says. “If you have designed for steel or concrete and then ask the team to ‘convert it to mass timber,' you will almost certainly see a 25 percent to 30 percent cost premium. That's the wrong way to approach it. To make mass timber competitive, it needs to be part of the project from day one. Doing that, you're going to find the mass timber prices really drop dramatically.”  

Connect with Leanne on Social Media:    Enroll in the Collective: The mentorship space for ambitious career women who are ready to break addictive love patterns for good: leanneoaten.com/membership Watch my free 20-minute mini-class: Break the Emotional Grip of Toxic Love: leanneoaten.com/detox Instagram: www.instagram.com/awakeningwomenofficial/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/awakeningwomenofficial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theevolvedfeminine and https://www.youtube.com/@awakeningwomenofficial Website: leanneoaten.com    Leanne Oaten is a former Registered Professional Counsellor with a background in Counselling Psychology and has over 13 years of experience counselling and coaching women. This podcast is for high-achieving CEO, entrepreneurial women who refuse to settle in a life that looks successful on the outside but feels empty on the inside. If you're juggling business, career, family, and a relationship that doesn't light you up while secretly craving more freedom, more abundance, and more joy - this is the podcast for you. I help women reclaim their power, build unshakable self-trust, and create the kind of life they no longer want to escape from. We're not here to hustle harder or burn it all down, we're reinventing ourselves and our lives from power. We're no longer focused on changing men, or fixing ourselves for men,  we are building for ourselves so that we never settle again. We're here to make power moves with ease, and feminine energy that attracts everything you want without losing yourself in the process. So if you're ready to stop waiting for him to change, stop negotiating your worth, and start embodying the woman you want to be, welcome home. Let's dive in.  

Join Grandpa Bill in this enlightening episode of the BH Sales Holistic Healing Hour as he delves into the world of reflexology and acupuncture. Discover how these ancient practices serve as neural highways, guiding the nervous system towards heart-brain coherence. With insights about guided meditation leader Seth Leaf Pruzansky, exploring the profound connection between breath, body, and mind. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned listener, this episode offers a journey to inner peace and wellness. Tune in for a calming experience that integrates holistic practices into everyday life.Reflexology and acupuncture act as neural highways, guiding the nervous system towards heart-brain coherence.Heart-brain coherence is a measurable, trainable, and deeply human trait that promotes harmony within the body.Guided meditation can enhance the connection between breath, body, and mind, leading to a state of inner peace.The practices of reflexology, acupuncture, and breathwork are interconnected, offering different doorways to the same system of wellness.Achieving heart-brain coherence doesn't require effort but rather a state of listening and presence.

“There is nothing wrong with you or any of us. We are absolutely beautiful, whole beings, just as we are, and we do not need to prove anything to anybody. You are everything already inside. You're the whole world.” —Carmell ClarkLife can look successful on the outside and still feel heavy, confusing, and isolating on the inside. Many women are carrying full lives while quietly questioning their direction, energy, and sense of self. This conversation names that tension without trying to rush it away.In this episode, Transformational Coach Carmell Clark shares her journey through entrepreneurship, loss, reinvention, and entrepreneurial trauma. Her work with women leaders is shaped by decades of experience helping others reconnect with confidence, clarity, and inner stability when life no longer fits.Listen when clarity feels distant and the pressure to hold it all together feels loud.Why women feel isolated even when surrounded by peopleThe difference between work life balance and balancing life and workHow confidence erodes despite competenceRadical self acceptance as the foundation of real confidenceEntrepreneurial trauma and loss of intrinsic motivationRewriting the stories that keep us stuckNon negotiables as a tool for alignmentWhy nothing is wrong with usConnect with Heather: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebook YouTubeEpisode Highlights:01:33 From Wellness Center Founder to Global Coach06:52 Women Leaving Corporate 12:59 Common Challenges Women Face— Isolation, Balance, and Confidence20:36 Introducing Yourself Beyond Resumes26:21 The Secret to Finding Balance: Understanding Non-Negotiables33:10 Permission to Rest— Letting Go of Guilt  38:32 Managing Anxiety 43:22 Pandemic Business Impact— Loss, Reinvention & Grief49:13 Healing the Entrepreneurial Spirit 53:23 International Retreats— Unlocking Transformation for Women58:44 The Challenge of Taking Time for Yourself  1:02:26 Encouraging Women to Embrace Growth & RetreatsResources:

Marc Kapetan welcomes local psychologist, certified scuba diving instructor and CEO of MindDivers, Debra Winegarden. Winegarden shares what inspired her to devote her life to psychology—and what drove her to build strength, discipline, and power through bodybuilding and the depths of scuba diving. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Marc Kapetan Podcast' on all platforms: --- The Marc Kapetan Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- Kapetan Brothers Law | Website | Facebook | YouTube | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In ​this ​day ​and ​age ​when ​​there ​are ​a ​lot ​of ​things ​that ​want ​to ​stifle ​our ​dreams ​and ​stifle ​our ​energy ​and our ​creativity ​about ​what ​it ​is ​that ​we ​can ​build ​or ​do ​or ​how ​we ​can ​exist ​in ​the ​world, we need support with dreaming. In this episode, Monique shares what came up during a recent dream session she led with her clients, and why making space for self-reflection and imaginative play is such a powerful (and necessary) practice. You'll hear her unpack our relationship with dreaming and the ongoing work of becoming, not the version of yourself that gets approval, but the version that feels true. She also offers a gentle but clear shift: instead of chasing external validation, start paying attention to what you actually desire, because those internal cues are often the most honest fuel for your ambition.If your dreams have been feeling distant, smaller, or harder to access lately, this conversation will help you reconnect. Tune in, explore what's calling you forward, and take one small step toward reclaiming your dreams.GEMS DROPPED“​Dreaming ​can ​feel ​really ​tough, ​especially ​for ​women ​who ​are ​positioned ​to ​be ​the ​caretakers ​of ​this ​world ​in ​our ​communities, ​in ​our ​families, ​​in ​our ​offices, everywhere ​we ​go.  ​And ​so we ​get ​wrapped ​up ​in ​what ​everybody ​else ​needs.”“To ​have ​a ​relationship ​to ​the ​dream, ​which ​is ​like ​more ​of ​a ​destination ​positioning, ​as ​opposed ​to ​having ​a ​relationship ​to ​dreaming, ​which ​is ​the ​act ​​of ​creating, ​engaging ​with ​the ​dream. ​I ​think ​the ​line ​of ​delineation ​there ​is ​​one ​points ​to ​where ​am ​I ​supposed ​to ​go ​or ​and ​how ​am ​I ​supposed ​to ​go ​there. ​The ​other ​one ​points ​to ​who ​am ​I ​supposed ​to ​be and ​so ​that's ​the ​question ​​I'll ​pose ​to ​you, ​which is who ​it ​is ​that ​you're ​trying ​to ​be?”“The ​dream ​is ​really ​just ​a ​byproduct ​or ​a ​symptom ​of ​​you ​being ​who ​you ​are ​meant ​to ​be ​​expressed ​as here and ​now, ​right? ​Are ​you ​behaving ​as ​her? ​Are ​you ​existing ​as ​her? ​Are ​you ​at ​the ​energetic ​frequency? It's ​just ​what ​happens.”“Whether ​or ​not ​we ​know ​it, ​y', ​all, ​we ​have ​mantras ​running ​through ​our ​heads ​every ​day. ​Directing ​our ​beliefs, ​directing ​our ​actions, ​​all ​of ​our ​choices. You're ​already ​running ​off ​of ​a ​mantra, ​and ​it ​is ​your ​job ​to, as ​often ​as ​you ​can, ​examine ​what ​is ​the ​mantra ​that ​I'm ​living ​by ​right ​now. ​What ​is ​the ​track ​that ​is ​running ​through ​my ​mind ​that ​is ​directing ​my ​thoughts, ​my ​emotions, ​my ​behaviors, what's ​in ​there ​​and ​is ​it ​serving ​me? ​Because ​sometimes ​it ​is, ​and ​sometimes ​it ​isn't. ​Many ​times, ​especially ​in ​a ​season ​where ​you ​are ​triggered ​by ​fear ​and ​overwhelm, ​those ​kinds ​of ​things, they ​don't ​come ​from ​nowhere, ​and ​they ​don't ​have ​an ​impact. ​That's ​just ​external. ​It's ​like ​your ​mind ​is ​running ​on ​something. ​And ​so ​we've ​got ​to ​get ​a ​hold ​of ​our ​thoughts, ​and ​we ​have ​to ​replace ​our ​thoughts.”“Your ​dream ​is ​about ​who ​you ​wish ​to ​be. How ​you ​wish ​to ​be ​expressed ​in ​the ​world. ​It's ​not ​about ​the ​destination ​or ​the ​accomplishments. ​It's ​about ​how ​you ​want ​to ​feel ​about ​yourself. ​​The ​kind ​of ​woman ​who ​is. The ​kind ​of ​woman ​who ​does. ​The ​kind ​of ​woman ​who ​exists. Are ​you ​willing ​to ​put ​her ​at ​risk ​to ​make ​other ​people ​feel ​better?”STAY IN TOUCHCome and follow me on Instagram @moniquershields or YouTube and I would love your feedback so send an email to ambition@moniquershields.com. 

In this conversation, Kathy Cuevas, a financial coach, shares her inspiring journey from financial struggle to becoming a multimillionaire through real estate investing. She emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, particularly for women over 40, and discusses her passion for helping others achieve financial independence. Kathy provides insights into her coaching methods, the significance of teaching financial literacy, and the strategies she used to overcome personal and financial challenges. Her story serves as a testament to resilience and the power of determination in achieving financial goals.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Are you ready to kick off your year by finally pursuing health goals—without sacrificing your spiritual well-being in the process? In this powerful episode, Heather Creekmore shares her two most effective coaching tips to help you transform your journey toward better health. If you sometimes feel stuck between your desire to improve physically and the need to stay spiritually rooted, this episode will speak directly to your heart. You’ll also hear Heather unpack the difference between coaching and counseling, and why the approach she uses at Compared to Who? is so unique—especially when it comes to body image, food, and faith. She explains how her biblically grounded, practical coaching can change how you approach your goals, your mindset, and your motivation. Tune in to discover: The questions that can radically shift your motivation for pursuing health goals The truth about accountability—and who you’re really listening to on your journey The practical, grace-filled approach that can help you break free from shame and comparison Don’t miss these tips—they could change everything about the way you set and chase after health goals this year! Listen now and be inspired to seek true wellness that includes your whole self. Ready for a new perspective? Press play, and get ready to stop comparing and start living! Learn more about the 40-Day Body Image Journey and find resources mentioned in the episode at improvebodyimage.com If this is the year you’re longing for real breakthrough, this episode is a must-listen! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Lucas Sherraden hosts Kyle Wallace on the Built How podcast, exploring how Kyle and his wife successfully built a thriving real estate business in Franklin, Tennessee. They delve into Kyle's journey from a youth pastor to a top luxury real estate agent, emphasizing the importance of defining roles when working with a spouse. Kyle shares valuable insights on maintaining work-life balance, crafting a unique team model, and focusing on personal growth and family amidst professional success. Tune in for a candid discussion on building wealth, achieving happiness, and creating a harmonious family business. Conenct with Kyle at - https://www.wallacegrouptn.com/ ---------- Be sure to leave a rating and review and don't forget to go to www.builthow.com and register for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

Emily Morse has been revolutionizing millions of people's sex lives and unlocking endless pleasure with her award winning podcast, Sex with Emily. The New York Times called her “the Dr. Ruth of our generation”, and homie, she delivers big time. She's joining me today in this 2 part episode to help women like you (and me) unleash your inner seductress, embrace desire and pleasure, while you tap into the best sex of your life, which means we're saying so long to bad sex and hello to more orgasms (yes please!). Achieving pleasure can be such a challenge for women. But enough is enough! We're boldly going where most men fear to go to put an end to madness and have the BEST SEX of our lives: *What's the biggest key to mind-blowing sex *What can same sex couples teach heterosexual couples about great sex *What has to be your #1 goal in the bedroom  You'll have to listen up to find out all of this and more… Don't miss Emily's new book, Smart Sex: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sex-Boost-Your-Pleasure/dp/0778387100⁠  Follow Emily Morse: Website: ⁠https://sexwithemily.com/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/sexwithemily⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily⁠  Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/SexWithEmily⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLEFor many high-achieving women, dieting feels like the obvious next move—but in reality, it's often the wrong one.This episode is part of a short series on body recomposition, created for women who've been training for years, juggling demanding lives, and feeling frustrated that the strategies that used to work, don't anymore. The purpose of this series is simple: to help you make the right phase decision before forcing the wrong one.Sue and Alex break down why an experienced coach knows that what you want in the moment isn't always what will get you the results you're actually chasing. They share real-life examples of clients who came in ready to diet, only to take a different approach that led to astonishing results.This is why phase selection matters.Because when stress is already high, piling on another aggressive phase doesn't create progress; it creates resistance. Be sure to catch the rest of the episodes in this mini-series, and don't forget to submit your questions for the upcoming Q&A episode!Have questions or comments for the podcast? Drop them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://go.physiquedevelopment.com/freegluteprogram701788And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://train.physiquedevelopment.com/workout-plans/963551As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!Timestamps:(0:00) Today's topic(2:07) Why the plan needs to be RESULTS-oriented(6:27) Breaking down real-world examples(7:12) Example #1(14:50) Example #2(20:32) The reason phase selection matters(21:04) Still to come in this seriesOPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56Follow us on Instagram:Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainzPhysique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast----Produced by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Greg DuPont is an estate planning attorney, comprehensive financial advisor, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping families protect what matters most—while making confident, informed decisions about their future.As the founder of DuPont Law Group and a leader behind The Wealth Solutions Network and Advocate Wealth Solutions, Greg works with individuals and families who want more than documents or disconnected financial advice. His work focuses on clarity, protection, and long-term stewardship—helping clients reduce financial loss, avoid unnecessary conflict, and align their wealth with the lives they actually want to live.Greg is known for taking complex legal and financial topics and translating them into clear, practical guidance. His approach is intentionally different: instead of selling products or pushing pre-packaged solutions, he leads with education, diagnosis, and trust. Clients often describe him as calm, strategic, and deeply invested in helping them think clearly before acting.Over the course of his career, Greg has advised thousands of families on estate planning, wealth protection, retirement strategy, and legacy design. His work emphasizes proactive planning—addressing risks before they become crises—and helping clients make decisions today that still make sense decades from now.At the center of Greg's philosophy is a simple belief: good planning isn't about money—it's about people, responsibility, and peace of mind. Whether working with young families, business owners, or retirees, his goal is the same: to replace uncertainty with confidence and help families move forward with intention.Greg lives and works by a mission to impact one million families by protecting legacies, reducing avoidable financial loss, and elevating the way people experience planning. When he's not working with clients or building new initiatives, he is focused on teaching, mentoring advisors, and creating systems that make high-quality planning more accessible and human.Learn more: https://www.advocatewealthsolutions.com/The information provided by Greg DuPont is intended for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing discussed should be relied upon as a substitute for individualized advice from qualified legal, tax, or financial professionals. All planning strategies and concepts are general in nature and may not be suitable for every individual or situation.Any references to financial strategies, investments, or planning concepts are not intended as a recommendation, solicitation, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial products. Advisory services are offered only pursuant to an advisory agreement and where permitted by law. Past performance is not indicative of future results.Participation in this content does not create an attorney-client or advisor-client relationship. Outcomes depend on individual circumstances, applicable laws, and market conditions, which are subject to change.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-greg-dupont-founder-of-advocate-wealth-solutions-discussing-achieving-peace-of-mind-in-retirement

Back for Season 7!  Special guest Front Row Frankie joins us dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship, sales, and personal growth. Discover Frankie's unique "No Bad Days Mindset" and learn how to build a thriving business while overcoming life's challenges. This insightful conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their career and mindset to the next level.

Greg DuPont is an estate planning attorney, comprehensive financial advisor, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping families protect what matters most—while making confident, informed decisions about their future.As the founder of DuPont Law Group and a leader behind The Wealth Solutions Network and Advocate Wealth Solutions, Greg works with individuals and families who want more than documents or disconnected financial advice. His work focuses on clarity, protection, and long-term stewardship—helping clients reduce financial loss, avoid unnecessary conflict, and align their wealth with the lives they actually want to live.Greg is known for taking complex legal and financial topics and translating them into clear, practical guidance. His approach is intentionally different: instead of selling products or pushing pre-packaged solutions, he leads with education, diagnosis, and trust. Clients often describe him as calm, strategic, and deeply invested in helping them think clearly before acting.Over the course of his career, Greg has advised thousands of families on estate planning, wealth protection, retirement strategy, and legacy design. His work emphasizes proactive planning—addressing risks before they become crises—and helping clients make decisions today that still make sense decades from now.At the center of Greg's philosophy is a simple belief: good planning isn't about money—it's about people, responsibility, and peace of mind. Whether working with young families, business owners, or retirees, his goal is the same: to replace uncertainty with confidence and help families move forward with intention.Greg lives and works by a mission to impact one million families by protecting legacies, reducing avoidable financial loss, and elevating the way people experience planning. When he's not working with clients or building new initiatives, he is focused on teaching, mentoring advisors, and creating systems that make high-quality planning more accessible and human.Learn more: https://www.advocatewealthsolutions.com/The information provided by Greg DuPont is intended for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing discussed should be relied upon as a substitute for individualized advice from qualified legal, tax, or financial professionals. All planning strategies and concepts are general in nature and may not be suitable for every individual or situation.Any references to financial strategies, investments, or planning concepts are not intended as a recommendation, solicitation, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial products. Advisory services are offered only pursuant to an advisory agreement and where permitted by law. Past performance is not indicative of future results.Participation in this content does not create an attorney-client or advisor-client relationship. Outcomes depend on individual circumstances, applicable laws, and market conditions, which are subject to change.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-greg-dupont-founder-of-advocate-wealth-solutions-discussing-achieving-peace-of-mind-in-retirement

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1150Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, a renowned expert on entrepreneurship and wealth-building, shares valuable insights on the most significant steps towards achieving wealth. With a wealth of experience in the business world, Cassidy offers practical advice and strategies for individuals seeking financial success.Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletterFor more Greatness text PODCAST to +1 (614) 350-3960 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training How big do you actually want your agency to become? Does the idea of running a massive team sound exciting or completely exhausting? For many agency owners, scaling feels less like growth and more like trading freedom for complexity. Scaling an agency isn't about hustle. It's about surviving the moments that almost break you, building systems that actually work, and accepting that what got you here won't get you there. Today's featured guest understands that running a big agency is about structure and leadership. He's grown a global agency to 700 people without losing profitability, sanity, or culture and now he'll unpack the hard-earned lessons that most agency owners don't think about until it's too late. Nital Shah is the co-founder of Mavlers, a full-service, lifecycle digital agency headquartered in India, with operations supporting global brands and agencies across multiple geographies. Today, Nital leads a 700-person organization focused on marketing operations, delivery excellence, and scalable systems for agencies around the world. Having experienced both sides of the agency equation, client-side pressure and operational scale, Nital brings a grounded, operator-first perspective to growth, profitability, and leadership. In this episode, we'll discuss: An early principle: Profit should be intentional. Achieving operational excellence at scale. Structuring scale to make it manageable. Why alignment beats micromanagement. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. The Wake-Up Call: COVID, Cash Flow, and Retainers Like many agencies, Nital's biggest inflection point came during COVID. Before the disruption, the agency was focused heavily on top-line revenue rather than predictable recurring income. When 40 percent of revenue disappeared almost overnight, the weakness in that model became painfully obvious. Luckily, the agency's consistent focus on profit from day one helped them overcome this ordeal. However, it changed Nital's perspective on retainers and helped him understand that, without retainers, any similar unexpected bump in the road could destroy the agency. The agency had enough cash flow to survive the shock and rebuild and the lesson was clear: at scale, a large team without consistent recurring revenue is fragile. Retainers aren't just about stability; they are about survival. The other advantage that helped soften the blow was diversification. By spreading clients across industries and geographies, the agency avoided being wiped out by a single market downturn. When one region slowed, others carried the load. That balance didn't eliminate pain, but it reduced risk in a way most agencies underestimate until they feel it firsthand. Profit Is Not an Afterthought One of the most important principles Nital and his co-founder agreed on early was: profit must be intentional. It's not something you hope shows up at the end of the year. It's something you design into the business. That mindset shapes everything from service selection to client qualification. The agency actively avoids hyper-competitive, race-to-the-bottom services and continually evolves its offerings as markets become saturated. When a service becomes unprofitable, they pivot. When a client isn't aligned or drains margin, they say no. Profit isn't just about owner income. It funds experimentation, innovation, and future growth. Without margin, you can't test new services, pivot when the market shifts, or invest in better systems. You just stay busy. And busy is often the enemy of profitable. Operational Excellence at Scale Running a 700-person agency isn't about heroics but about process. Nital is clear that consistent, documented, and enforced workflows are what reduce mistakes, rework, and delivery friction. The agency is structured into service-based business units, each with its own leadership and accountability. On top of that sits a customer success layer that ensures delivery stays aligned with expectations. Everyone is trained on defined protocols, and those protocols exist to protect quality, not bureaucracy. When processes are clear and followed, the probability of hitting client outcomes increases. That reduces rework, lowers internal stress, and improves margins. In a people-driven business, operational discipline is what turns chaos into leverage. Alignment Beats Micromanagement One of the hardest challenges for Nital's agency came after rapid post-COVID growth, when the team doubled in size and remote work became the norm. Processes broke, alignment slipped, and as a result, communication suffered. The turning point came with adopting the Scaling Up framework by Vern Harnish. This framework, aimed at businesses ready to scale in a more structured manner, forced clarity across four areas: people, strategy, execution, and cash. More importantly, it created alignment from leadership all the way down to individual contributors. Every team member understands how their work connects to departmental goals, quarterly priorities, and long-term vision. When people understand the why behind the process, ownership replaces micromanagement. Accountability becomes cultural, not enforced. Leadership, Tough Calls, and A-Players When it comes to mistakes in team alignment, Nital openly acknowledges that the team that gets you to one stage may not be the team that gets you to the next. That realization isn't easy, especially when loyalty and shared history are involved. But over the last two years Nital has embraced the fact that growth demands adaptability. The agency now prioritizes agility, learning speed, and ownership. When someone can't evolve with the business, they are given time, feedback, and support, but the standard doesn't change. You don't win championships by protecting weak links. You win by putting the best players on the field while still treating people with respect and empathy. It's not cold. It's responsible leadership. Structuring Scale So It's Manageable When Nital decided to go back to India and start an agency, his mentor back in Australia offered him the chance to run their offshore center. From there, he started supporting other agencies in several countries and expanded his team to where they are now. Seven hundred people sounds overwhelming until you understand the structure. Instead of one massive organization, the agency operates as multiple business units, each capped around 100 to 150 people and run as its own P&L. This turns an impossible leadership problem into a manageable one. Leaders focus on coaching their direct reports, not managing hundreds of individuals. Each layer carries responsibility downward, creating clarity instead of bottlenecks. As Nital points out, no founder manages 700 people directly. You manage your leadership team. And if that team is strong, aligned, and accountable, scale becomes less scary and far more sustainable. The Future: AI, Change, and Opportunity Despite the uncertainty surrounding AI and marketing technology, Nital is optimistic. The pace of change has leveled the playing field. Years of experience no longer guarantee an advantage. Everyone is adapting at the same time. For smaller agencies, this creates opportunity. They can adopt tools and workflows faster than large organizations. For larger agencies, the challenge is moving faster without breaking structure. Either way, the shift toward complex marketing technology orchestration opens doors for agencies willing to master it. For him, the future belongs to agencies that can adapt, systemize, and evolve without clinging to what used to work. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

Episode Summary: Space superiority is essential to U.S. national security. Achieving that requires the Department of War to conduct a review of space roles and missions to clarify institutional responsibilities and prioritize cross-domain capability investments. Jennifer Reeves discusses her recommendations from her new policy paper, Charting a Path to Space Superiority: The Cross-Domain Imperative, with Director of Global Space Operations, Maj. Gen. Anthony J. Mastalir. Bottom line: for decades, space has predominantly focused on terrestrial activities…now, it's time to see how capabilities on earth can support warfighting demands on orbit. Credits: Host: Heather "Lucky" Penney, Director of Research, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Charles Galbreath, Director and Senior Resident Fellow for Spacepower Studies, The Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence Guest: Jennifer "Boots" Reeves, Senior Resident Fellow for Spacepower Studies, The Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence Guest: Maj. Gen. Anthony J. Mastalir, Director of Global Space Operations, Headquarters, U.S. Space Command Links: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #Space #MilitaryStrategy

Subscribe to Alli's Substack - Wise Woman Method https://wisewomanmethod.substack.com/  Last week in my Catalyst Mastermind, a disciplined woman showed her color-coded 2026 planner, every goal mapped out. Then she quietly admitted: “I'm doing all the right things, but I still don't feel like the right person.”   Maybe you've felt that too—checking every box, hitting every deadline, but still feeling something's missing. Here's what I told her, and what I want to tell you: The problem isn't your plan. It's thinking you can do your way into a new life, when you actually need to become your way into it   Doing and becoming are not the same. Achieving isn't transforming. We spend years chasing goals but rarely ask: Who am I becoming?Today, we're moving beyond last week's conversation. Not "What am I accomplishing?" Not "What am I fixing?" Instead, who am I becoming—and is she who I want to be?   This is the identity shift that unlocks real transformation in 2026. Let's dive in together—take a moment right now to reflect: Who are you becoming, and what is one action you can take today to align with her?   Timestamps: (01:50) - Why Identity Has to Come First (03:38) - The Real Problem With Traditional Goal-Setting (05:14) - The Daily Practice of Becoming (07:14) - Uncovering Who God Has Created You to Be (08:45) - Three Practical Steps to Becoming   WATCH ALLI  ON YOUTUBE Links to great things we discussed:  Catalyst Mastermind Alli's Product Recommendation - Spindrift Drinks Start your Free 30-day trial of Uplift! Subscribe to Alli's Substack - Wise Woman Method https://wisewomanmethod.substack.com/  I hope you loved this episode!

You have been taught boundaries all wrong. If you've stated your limits (on repeat) and are still in a relationship that continues to violate your boundaries, this episode reveals the missing ingredients. There are a few steps that must happen before you set a boundary and an ultimatum in your relationship. Learn what those are in this episode.    Join the Collective Waitlist: The mentorship space for ambitious career women who are ready to break addictive love patterns for good: leanneoaten.com/membership Take my (free) Emotional Freedom from Unhealthy Love Patterns Immersion: leanneoaten.com/detox   Instagram: www.instagram.com/awakeningwomenofficial/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/awakeningwomenofficial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theevolvedfeminine and https://www.youtube.com/@awakeningwomenofficial Website: leanneoaten.com    Leanne Oaten is a former Registered Professional Counsellor with a background in Counselling Psychology and has over 13 years of experience counselling and coaching women. This podcast is for high-achieving CEO, entrepreneurial women who refuse to settle in a life that looks successful on the outside but feels empty on the inside. If you're juggling business, career, family, and a relationship that doesn't light you up while secretly craving more freedom, more abundance, and more joy - this is the podcast for you. I help women reclaim their power, build unshakable self-trust, and create the kind of life they no longer want to escape from. We're not here to hustle harder or burn it all down, we're reinventing ourselves and our lives from power. We're no longer focused on changing men, or fixing ourselves for men,  we are building for ourselves so that we never settle again. We're here to make power moves with ease, and feminine energy that attracts everything you want without losing yourself in the process. So if you're ready to stop waiting for him to change, stop negotiating your worth, and start embodying the woman you want to be, welcome home. Let's dive in.  

It's easy to set a guitar playing goal—but reaching it is another story. In this episode, I reveal the secret to achieving your guitar resolutions, share a real example, and walk you through a simple process to set and reach your own guitar playing goals. Start Your Free 7-day Yo-Guitar Video Library Trial! Join our Guitar Tips Community! Don't miss out, our next jam session is January 21st! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Yo-Guitar Video Library Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!  Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book Thursday Tips blog Facebook    Instagram    X (Twitter)     YouTube     Thank you to our sponsor! GatorCo.com   Available on... @YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify  @spotifypodcasts  #NewYearsEve #2026 #NewYearsResolution #NYResolution #guitargoals #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast  Credits: Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson This podcast was made possible in part by: Gator Cases I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com

If you've done everything “right” and still feel anxious, disconnected, and like you're somehow failing…this one is for you.Dr. Jody and Grace Emmons unpack good girl conditioning burnout: how patriarchy, perfectionism, and people-pleasing can make high-achieving women look fine on the outside while quietly falling apart on the inside. Grace shares her own rock-bottom (including why she felt stuck in a toxic relationship) and the surprising moment that reignited her sense of aliveness.They also get practical about what it means to “wake up” again: intuitive vision, how intuition actually shows up (it's not one-size-fits-all), and why reconnection to yourself might be the most important antidote to the disconnection we're living in.In this episode:Why “doing it all” became the new impossible standardThe hidden cost of people-pleasing + perfectionismHow to tell intuition from anxious mental chatterFive ways intuition can communicate (and how to find yours)Spiritual connection without the pressure of organized religionWhy technology can deepen loneliness—and what to do instead---Links & Resources:• About | Forward with Grace: https://forwardwgrace.com/about• Forward with Grace | A Spiritual Consultancy: https://forwardwgrace.com/• Why Good Girl Conditioning Keeps Women Stuck | Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/self-made/202506/why-good-girl-conditioning-keeps-women-stuck• Podcasts | Forward with Grace: https://forwardwgrace.com/podcasts• Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington (show page) | Acast: https://shows.acast.com/everyone-comes-from-somewhereFollow Grace Here:@forwardwgrace@topangacanyonoasis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Real 7 the best of 2025 part 2. there is much more information and inspiration left in the second part of of the season. From tackling grief to addressing the seriousness of the eating disorder known as binging. Each episode moves you closer to the tools you need to achieve mental health for real. So, Relax and injoy the last best of till next year.Big Boys Don't Cry - Handling GriefA deeply honest exploration of grief, fear, and the universal reality of losing the people we love. This conversation with Becky McCoy doesn't shy away from the hard edges; instead, it opens space for tenderness, courage, and the slow work of healing. Becky brings her lived experience as a young widow, her training in spiritual formation, and her trauma informed approach to guide listeners through what it means to suffer, to question, and to keep going. …let's listen in.Producing Dopamine - A Healthy Alternative— a powerful and eye‑opening conversation with Andy Y. West, who takes us inside her journey from the depths of long COVID and cognitive decline to a full, vibrant recovery by learning to work with the brain's dopamine system instead of against it. Drawing from her books Planet Dopamine, Dopamine Mountain, and Anhedonia Wastelands, Andy breaks down how dopamine shapes our behavior, why harmful coping mechanisms can feel so compelling, and how intentional, science‑backed habits can retrain the brain toward healthier, sustainable sources of motivation and joy. Together, we explore the neurobiology behind drive, the biochemical loop of self‑harm, and practical tools for rewiring mindset, rebuilding momentum, and lifting ourselves out of depression and anxiety. It's an energizing, hopeful, and surprisingly fun deep dive into reclaiming our mental health in a world overloaded with negativity — and a reminder that unity, love, and intentional change can reshape everything …let's listen in.Hi, I'm God - Recovery and Thriving with SchizophreniaWe revisit a conversation with Dale Walsh, a man who has not only lived through schizophrenia but transformed that experience into a source of clarity, purpose, and service. Drawing from his rare “inside‑out” perspective, Dale guides families navigating the realities of serious mental illness, helping them bridge emotional distance and rediscover connection. His LIVELOVE method offers caregivers a way to communicate with compassion while reclaiming their own identity in the process. This segment honors the resilience, honesty, and humanity at the heart of mental health stories — and the power of lived experience to illuminate a path forward.Warrior Mom Rising- Story of Recovery from PTSD using EMDR is Next.We revisit a conversation with Jenn Robb—author, coach, and a mother forged in the fire of her daughter's anxiety, depression, and trauma. With two decades in acute care medicine and training in functional and integrative approaches, Jenn brings both clinical grounding and lived compassion to the families she serves. Her book Warrior Mom Rising chronicles the moments when she felt lost, overwhelmed, and unsure how to help, yet still kept fighting for connection, clarity, and hope.Just a Person - Living Authentically through ADHD, PTSD, using CMIWe revisit a...

Ready to achieve more at work? Kickstart your year — and your career — with actionable goal-setting. Discover how Terence Davy, leadership coach and founder of Proactivity, helps individuals overcome common obstacles, align personal ambitions with organizational priorities, and leverage the SMART goals framework for measurable success.  Resources from this Week's Episode : Goal-Setting Worksheet - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/forms/goal-setting-worksheet  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM's all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

For those of us who have chosen to walk a spiritual path, we've been called a great number of things. Particularly, crazy. So it can be important to have a translator of sorts to explain to the logically minded skeptics that it's possible to be spiritual without losing your mind. You don't have to abandon your logic to learn how to be spiritual. And you don't have to squeeze yourself into someone else's rituals, beliefs, or vibes to become a spiritual person. My guest this week, Laura Kusto, has done us all a favor and become that bridge to explain that there's another path — one built for strategic minds, skeptical hearts, and people who crave meaning that actually makes sense. Where spirituality isn't performance. It's pattern. It's timing.On this guest episode I have the pleasure of hearing Laura's story and conversation about al the great and rational gifts of astrology, moon phases, and how each supports productivity or planning. Laura explains how spirituality is actually the truth that rises when you finally stop outsourcing your intuition and start aligning with your natural rhythm. She shows us how to become spiritual in a way that feels grounded, intelligent, and completely yours — so your inner world can feel as clear and powerful as the life you've built on the outside. She walks us though the moon phases and how someone with zero astrology knowledge can start syncing their workflow to the moon today. She also shares about her creation, the Moon Map, and how it helps someone understand their natural timing and focus areas.Laura is the Moon Phase Astrologer for Strategic Minds—helping high-achieving entrepreneurs and executives claim their spiritual rhythm through grounded, repeatable frameworks rooted in lunar cycles. A sought-after speaker and featured Authority Magazine author, she helps analytical minds disenchanted by surface-level, “good vibes only” spirituality reconnect with something deeper. Her mission is to show driven, discerning thinkers that their intellect isn't a spiritual barrier—it's the bridge to alignment, clarity, and belonging. 25-year global corporate strategist and speaker (consulting VP & practice line lead). Sought-after expert featured in Skift, Crush the Rush and Company DimeSpeaker at 10+ international conferences (GBTA, ACTE Amsterdam, ProcureCon & more)Built a visibility platform with thought leadership across both corporate + spiritual spaces Midwest-born, moon-obsessed, and always tracking patterns (on earth and in the stars) Addicted to systems, cozy playlists, & decoding big truths through tiny details. Midwest-born, raising her 11-year-old daughter outside Bozeman, MT.w w w . l a u r a k u s t o . c o myoutube.com/@LauraKusto

You're three weeks into your goal. The excitement's worn off. You're questioning everything. Your brain is screaming at you to quit. And then someone tells you to "just stay motivated." Here's the truth: motivation doesn't last. It's not supposed to. And the reason you keep quitting your goals has nothing to do with willpower, laziness, or not wanting it badly enough. There are five predictable emotional stages every single person goes through when making real change—and most people quit at Stage 3 because no one told them it was coming. In this episode, you'll discover: Why that initial excitement is designed to fade (and what happens when reality hits in Stage 2) The Valley of Despair—where dreams go to die and your only job is to not quit How to recognize when your brain is throwing a tantrum versus when something's actually wrong Why the struggle isn't evidence you're failing—it's evidence you're growing The one mindset shift that changes everything: seeing discomfort as proof it's working, not breaking Here's what nobody tells you: every successful person you admire has stood exactly where you're standing right now—in the messy middle, doubting everything, wanting to quit. The difference isn't that they didn't experience the Valley of Despair. It's that they expected it, prepared for it, and pushed through it. This episode gives you the framework to do the same. Whether you're building a fitness routine, launching a side hustle, or finally going after that goal you've been putting off—understanding these five stages will change how you approach change forever. Because once you know Stage 3 is coming, you stop using it as a reason to quit. Ready to stop quitting on yourself? If you're in Stage 2 or 3 right now and need someone to help you push through (not just give you another pep talk), I've got limited one-on-one coaching consult spots available each week. Visit https://www.kategladdin.com/coaching to book your call. Remember: The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.

After years of surviving on fast food and ignoring the toll that stress was taking on her body, Stacey Lawson finally couldn't take it any longer. It was time to get healthy! As a current personal trainer and health coach, Stacey's journey to health and wellness wasn't an easy one. However, it gave her the credibility and wisdom to help people understand the importance of taking care of their physical bodies as well as their spiritual well-being. It is difficult to be disciplined enough to embrace the physical demands of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but it is indeed God-honoring and rewarding. Ditch the french fries and do some juicing, and you'll start to see big changes in your physical and mental health. Focus on your relationship with the Lord and ask Him for the diligence to take care of your temple.TAKEAWAYSCheck out Stacey's book, Inside Out - Living Healthy Spirit, Soul and BodyEverything in your life stems from your relationship with GodWe can't operate from our own strength - we have to be in God's Word every dayWe are a spiritual being with a physical body that we need to take care of and honor God with

  Shellee Howard - College Ready: Helping High-Achieving Families Unlock the Path to College Without Debt. This is episode 808 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Shellee Howard helps high-achieving families unlock the path to college without debt. As the founder of College Ready and a Certified Educational Consultant, she blends insider admissions knowledge with financial strategy to guide teens toward top-tier schools—including her own children, who all graduated college completely debt-free. What sets Shellee apart is not just her expertise, but her lived experience. A single mother of four, she navigated the admissions process herself—juggling academics, scholarships, and ambition across blended family dynamics and diverse child personalities. From Ivy League dreams to international study paths, Shellee has done it all. She now works with families worldwide to develop a “Stand Out Strategy” that aligns academic goals with emotional readiness and return on investment. She's a two-time bestselling author, international speaker, and host of the podcast Parents, Is Your Teen College Ready? Her work has been featured on FOX, CBS, NBC, and in numerous national publications. So much to learn and think about! Thanks for listening! Thanks for sharing! Before you go... You could help support this podcast by Buying Me A Coffee. Not really buying me something to drink but clicking on the link on my home page at https://stevenmiletto.com for Buy Me a Coffee or by going to this link Buy Me a Coffee. This would allow you to donate to help the show address the costs associated with producing the podcast from upgrading gear to the fees associated with producing the show. That would be cool. Thanks for thinking about it.  Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! You are AWESOME! Connect & Learn More: https://collegereadyplan.com/ collegereadyplan.info crfuturenow.com https://empowereducation.world/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleehoward/ https://www.youtube.com/@collegereadyplan https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan https://www.facebook.com/CollegeReadyPlan Length - 48:02

Hey Friend!   How many times have you set a goal only to forget about it, or push it off never actually achieving it? There are many reasons behind why this can happen. Maybe it wasn't truly important to you, maybe life got in the way and it had to take a backseat, maybe you feel like you don't make enough money so you don't even try.    That is why in today's episode we are going to talk about the 4 main reasons behind why goals fail and 4 steps you can take to change your narrative and start reaching your goals.    So go get your drink, open your heart to God and I'll see you inside!    Much Love    Molly    P.S. I want to invite you to grab some Budget Coaching. This is where I walk you through setting up your budget and coach you through sticking to it. To learn more, email me at mollybenell@gmail.com and let's get you out of the overwhelm and into confidence.  . . . Next Steps:  . Book a Call  . Join The Community  . Become an Insider . Questions? Email me at mollybenell@gmail.com . Resources:  61. Setting Financial Goals So You Can Stick To Your Budget as a Stay at Home Mom 96. Is Your Money Spread Thin So You Never Actually Reach Your Goals? How to Budget Your Goals for Success. 111. Tired of Sacrificing Your Goals? Set Goals You Can Reach on a Limited Income.

In episode 101 of Venture Everywhere, Jenny Fielding, co-founder and managing partner at Everywhere Ventures, talks with Ryan Lupberger, founder and CEO of Cleancult, a sustainable cleaning products company revolutionizing the household cleaning category with innovative paper-based packaging that eliminates plastic waste. Ryan shares his unconventional journey from working on organic farms to discovering the largely unregulated world of cleaning product ingredients. He discusses the realities of building a sustainable CPG brand that can compete with industry giants without compromising on price or performance.In this episode, you will hear:Building custom manufacturing infrastructure for liquid soap in paper cartons from scratch.Scaling from D2C to nationwide distribution across major retailers.Achieving price parity with legacy brands through volume, partnerships, and operational discipline.Expanding the product portfolio with innovative plastic-free formats across cleaning categories.Learn more about Ryan Lupberger | CleancultLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanlupbergerWebsite: https://www.cleancult.comLearn more about Scott Hartley | Everywhere VenturesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyfieldingWebsite: https://everywhere.vc

Achieving robust data integrity across your logistics platform does far more than just maximize on-time, in-full (OTIF) performance and minimize claims and invoicing discrepancies. The effects generate quantifiable value across the entire enterprise ecosystem, crucially optimizing carrier partnership collaboration and enhancing client satisfaction.   Host Samantha Jones talks with Greg Plemmons (COO, Old Dominion Freight Line) and Brian Walton (Logistics Manager, Douglas Dynamics) about how data accuracy drives superior client experience and strengthens relationships across the supply chain. They cover best practices for making accurate data actionable and explore its surprising strategic impact across the enterprise.   Key Takeaways:   How has the increase in data changed the transportation industry for both shippers and carriers? [2:50] How does accurate data streamline packaging? [9:39] What best practices prioritize data accuracy? [17:10] How the customer experience is impacted by accurate or inaccurate data. [26:18]   Shareables:   "We need the data to make good business decisions." — Brian Walton, Logistics Manager at Douglas Dynamics   "We've improved our packaging based on the feedback from Old Dominion and other carriers in the industry that are asking for things to be stacked, fully crated, and more protected." — Brian Walton, Logistics Manager at Douglas Dynamics   "You can manually measure your pallets, or you can integrate it into your processing system." — Brian Walton, Logistics Manager at Douglas Dynamics   "At Old Dominion, we rely on data to make quality pricing decisions upfront and to give the quality service our customers have come to expect." — Greg Plemmons, Chief Operating Officer, ODFL   "We encourage our customers to visit our facilities to see what exactly goes on, on an LTL dock." — Greg Plemmons, Chief Operating Officer, ODFL   Resources:   Douglas Dynamics   Connect with Samantha Jones   OD Outlook   ODFL.com   Cargo Shorts Podcast   Shippers Can Direct Freight Related Questions to marketing@ODFL.com

I had the most fascinating conversation with Dr. Lé Santha Naidoo about something I see constantly in my practice: high-achieving women who've learned to "handle everything" but struggle to receive help—and how this pattern can literally make us sick. Dr. Naidoo is triple-board certified and author of "Fat to Fabulous," but what struck me most was her vulnerability in sharing her own healing journey. After losing a pregnancy in a car accident, she suffered 9 years of undiagnosed pain. When she finally had surgery, her community showed up in ways she never expected—and their support accelerated her healing more than any prescription could. We dive deep into how childhood trauma creates patterns that affect our health decades later, why purpose matters more than hormones for many symptoms, and how community support isn't just nice to have—it's essential medicine. If you've ever felt like you need to "have it all together," this conversation will challenge everything you think you know about strength and healing. For the complete show notes, links and transcripts, visit inspiredliving.show/225

What if saying your goals out loud, got you an email introducing you to your hero? In this episode, Cliff Ravenscraft shares how he walked away from a family insurance agency (started by his grandfather in 1937) where he was next in line to lead, all because of a podcast about the TV show Lost. After building an audience of 60,000 subscribers and receiving over 500 handwritten letters from people whose lives were transformed, Cliff realized his real calling wasn't selling insurance or being a pastor. It was teaching people how to use their voice to create content that matters. He's since helped over 40,000 people launch podcasts, but discovered something critical: nine out of ten failed because they skipped the first seven steps of building an online business. Step eight? Create content and build your audience. Everything else comes first. Cliff reveals the four-step formula that led to a $3 million relationship: believe it's possible, write it down, tell others, and work the plan as it becomes available. He also shares why his first year as a full-time entrepreneur, working 14-hour days seven days a week for $11,000, ended with a 24-hour podcast marathon and two weeks in the hospital where he almost died.   [00:05:00] Helping 40,000 People Launch Podcasts Left very lucrative career in family insurance agency started by grandfather in 1937 Went out to teach people how to launch podcasts Helped more than 40,000 people in the world launch a podcast Published over 4,800 podcast episodes across 55+ shows in 20 years [00:11:20] The First Year That Almost Killed Him First year full-time: 12-14 hours a day, seven days a week, not one day off first nine months Didn't receive single personal paycheck, just earned enough to pay business expenses End of year brought home $11,000 net personal income after taxes Celebrated with 24-hour podcast marathon, ended with two weeks in hospital [00:13:20] Why Nine Out of Ten Podcasters Fail In 2012, more than 50 of top 100 business podcasts were Cliff's clients But nine out of ten failed to ever see sustainable profit or any income Created 11-step framework for building online business Step number eight: create content and build audience (first seven steps were missed) [00:14:40] The Workshop That Changed Everything In 2017 stopped teaching podcasting, started coaching through what people missed One person earned no income before workshop, within two weeks secured $5,000/month recurring Coaches charging $50/hour walked out charging $300/hour "This is what fires me up" [00:16:40] Choose an Audience With Money Most people fail to choose audience that has money Ideal customer must have money, be aware of problem, willing to pay to solve it "I've got entire audience of tens of thousands and none of them have any money" Must validate they will pay before you create website, logo, podcast content [00:20:00] The Two Conditions At 18, convinced life would be devoted to ministry with servant's heart Parents asked him to work in insurance office because of computer skills Told parents: "You will never expect me to get insurance license" "If I'm offered opportunity to pastor church, I must get your full blessing to leave" [00:24:20] Top 10 Out of 14,000 Insurance Agents Year 2000, top 10 out of 14,000 agents with Grange Life Insurance Top 50 out of 48,000 agents with Auto Owners Life Insurance Sold 30-100 policies per month selling term life insurance All while competing against people selling permanent life (much higher premiums) [00:25:40] The Lost Podcast Changed Everything 2005, started podcasting as hobby about TV show Lost By third episode had 27,000 subscribers around the world Audience grew to over 60,000 subscribers Wooden inbox with over 500 handwritten letters: "Because of something you said, my life will never be the same" [00:28:00] Reaching Hundreds of Thousands Within 18 months reaching hundreds of thousands through seven different podcasts Producing seven to fifteen podcast episodes per week People's lives being transformed "I wonder what life would be like if I could do this for a living" [00:30:40] Testing the Four Step Formula Heard four-step formula: believe it's possible, write it down, tell others, work the plan Decided to test it with specific goal: meet Dan Miller and Leo LaPorte Didn't want to just meet at conference and be forgotten Wanted to tell them their influence and have them not forget meeting him [00:32:40] Forty Minutes After Hitting Publish Recorded podcast episode explaining formula and his goal Hit publish, 40 minutes later got email from Andy Troub (the connector) "I happen to be working on a project with Dan Miller. He's already aware of who you are" "Would you like me to introduce you?" [00:34:00] From Hero to Consulting Client One week later, Dan Miller was guest on Cliff's podcast After the interview, Dan asked "Can I schedule a consulting call with you?" Cliff told Dan audio quality was terrible, people can't make themselves listen Dan: "I really appreciate how honest you are. What do you recommend?" [00:35:00] The Weekend in Franklin, Tennessee Dan said order duplicate of everything in studio, ship to house "Come spend weekend with me, stay in guest room, help me build podcast studio" Dan started telling massive audience about Cliff Ravenscraft Cliff was booked solid for years because of that relationship [00:36:00] The Michael Hyatt Introduction Dan told Michael Hyatt (CEO Thomas Nelson Publishing) podcast was #1 marketing tool Dan did email introduction to Michael Hyatt Within a week, Cliff was in Franklin staying in Michael's guest room Setting up Michael's podcast studio [00:37:40] $3 Million in Revenue Between Dan Miller and Michael Hyatt relationships alone Can trace at least $3 million in revenue to those two Also met Leo LaPorte, both goals from four-step formula checked off Tested formula over and over, it worked every time [00:40:20] The 10-Step Formula Over time developed 10-step formula (includes four steps plus six others) Six other steps where you don't have to wait for plan to become available Ask series of questions that will give you next step Email cliff@cliffravenscraft.com with subject "10 step formula" for free video   KEY QUOTES  "I've got an entire audience of tens of thousands of people and none of them have any money, and none of them will buy any of my products and services. This is why you're creating content year after year with no real income." - Cliff Ravenscraft "Forty minutes after I published that episode, I got an email from Andy Troub saying Dan Miller is already aware of who you are, he's been having trouble with his podcast, would you like me to introduce you?" - Cliff Ravenscraft CONNECT WITH CLIFF RAVENSCRAFT 

SUMMARY In this episode, Jeremy Lesniak and Andrew Adams discuss various aspects of setting and achieving martial arts goals for the upcoming year. They delve into the importance of consistency in training. The conversation also covers the significance of defining clear goals, converting kata, and the essential steps to opening a martial arts school, emphasizing the need for a suitable location and actionable sub-goals. They also discuss the importance of commitment in martial arts, the necessity of setting realistic goals, and the discipline required to achieve them. They emphasize how martial arts training can support broader life goals and the significance of addressing physical limitations. The discussion also covers the value of consistent training, the journey to achieving black belts, and the personal reflections on facing mortality. They conclude with insights on effective goal setting and the importance of accountability in achieving one's aspirations.   TAKEAWAYS Setting realistic martial arts goals can enhance motivation. Goals must be clearly defined to be effective. External motivation fades; internal motivation is key. Converting kata requires focus on differences between styles. Opening a martial arts school involves more than just passion. Finding a location is the most critical step in opening a school. Sub-goals help in managing larger objectives effectively. Setting realistic goals is crucial for success in martial arts. Discipline is essential for achieving any goal. Consistent training, even in small increments, leads to significant improvement. Achieving black belts requires dedication and a clear plan. Facing personal challenges can be a journey of self-discovery. Writing down goals increases accountability and focus. Empowering language in goal setting can enhance motivation.   Join our EXCLUSIVE newsletter to get notified of each episode as it comes out! Subscribe — whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

At the start of every year, I choose a theme - not just goals, but a guiding philosophy. For 2026, that theme is doing less and achieving more. In this episode, we explore why focus beats busyness, why saying no creates better outcomes, and how choosing depth over overwhelm can actually lead to more success. Our discussion includes: Why a yearly theme is more powerful than traditional goals The psychology of intrinsic motivation The importance of focused vs. scattered effort How to choose 1–2 true priorities for the year The surprising psychology of rest How to plan a year that feels intentional, not exhausting Happy listening! ORDER MY BOOK Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Geoffrey Wawro argues Nixon's diplomacy with Mao focused specifically on achieving peace in Vietnam rather than just triangulating superpowers. Following North Vietnamese refusal to bow to these plans, Nixon authorized the devastating Linebacker II bombing campaign, aiming to destroy Hanoi. 1972 LINEBACKER ORDNANCE

In this episode of Wine After Work, Bryce Batts is joined by Kate Kripke, LCSW, PMH-C, maternal mental health expert and transformative coach for high-achieving women navigating motherhood. Motherhood can be deeply meaningful — and deeply overwhelming — especially for women who are used to excelling, leading, and carrying a lot of responsibility. Kate helps women break free from emotional overwhelm, guilt, and burnout by shifting old patterns, regulating their nervous systems, and reconnecting with their intuition. In this conversation, we explore how mothers can thrive without sacrificing ambition, identity, or personal success — and why calm, confidence, and control are learned skills, not personality traits. In this episode, we cover: Why high-achieving women are especially vulnerable to burnout in motherhood How guilt and emotional overwhelm show up — and how to interrupt the cycle The importance of emotional regulation for both mothers and children Reconnecting with intuition while balancing career and family What it really means to thrive as a mother and pursue your passions This episode is for any woman who has ever wondered if there's a better, calmer way to do motherhood — without losing herself in the process.   Website  

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I walked away from a seven-figure deal—and it changed everything.In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I'm resharing my interview on The InPowered Life Podcast with my friend Rudi Riekstins and it's one of those conversations that cuts straight to the truth about success, fulfillment, and alignment.We dive into the pivotal moment when I chose to walk away from a seven-figure tech opportunity after realizing that external achievement without internal alignment leads to burnout and emptiness. On paper, everything looked like a win—but internally, something felt off. That decision became a major turning point in my life and ultimately led me down the path that shaped the Happy Hustle philosophy.In this conversation, I share how living abroad in Thailand, stepping away from the grind, and reconnecting with purpose, service, and community helped me redefine what success actually means. We also unpack my S.O.U.L.M.A.P.P.I.N framework—a practical tool designed to assess alignment across the most important areas of life, including health, relationships, service, and meaningful work. This framework has helped thousands of people identify blind spots, create intentional habits, and build lives that feel successful from the inside out.Rudi and I also explore why gratitude is a powerful antidote to the endless pursuit of “more,” how selfless service creates deeper fulfillment, and why community and masterminds are essential for sustainable personal growth. This episode is especially for anyone who feels burned out, boxed in by traditional definitions of success, or quietly wondering, Is this really it?If you've been questioning the old definition of success or feel called to build a life that actually feels good—not just looks good—this episode is a must-listen.Listen to the full episode here: caryjack.com/podcastin

Jessica De Gennaro didn't know what a succulent was when she launched Shop Succulents. But she knew how to solve operational challenges, work agilely, and move product quickly on marketplaces. She tapped into the pandemic's succulent boom and built a multi-marketplace operation shipping hundreds of thousands of live plants every year.But how do you scale across regions when you're shipping succulents to consumers across different time zones with varying expectations, living in different climates? And what happens when Temu's scale and network efficiencies across third-party logistics partners help make fulfillment more cost-effective and sustainable for low-cost products that were previously constrained by fulfillment economics?Jessica shares how Shop Succulents grew from 50 to 500 SKUs on Temu in months, leveraging platform-specific catalogs, vertical integration of growing operations, and continuous creative innovation to stay ahead in the highly competitive marketplace landscape.Creativity Is a Competitive Moat When Marketplaces Commoditize Everything ElseKey takeaways:Marketplace success requires constant product innovation: The sea of sameness demands creative catalog curation, strategic bundling, and staying ahead of copycats selling competitive products for lower prices.Temu's shipping discount pass-through enables low-cost product economics that traditional eCommerce shipping rates make impossible, unlocking new catalog opportunities.Temu's scale and network efficiencies across third-party logistics partners help support more cost-efficient fulfillment for low-cost products, unlocking new catalog opportunities.Owning your supply chain optimizes margin: Shop Succulents now grows plants in-house to control costs, differentiate its catalog, and ensure product quality.Platform partnerships should drive collaborative problem-solving: Working directly with Temu's team solved live plant-specific challenges. By directly addressing customer concerns and inquiries, Jessica and her team maintained customer satisfaction and loyalty.Associated Links:Learn more about Shop Succulents' journey on TemuCheck out Future Commerce on YouTubeCheck out Future Commerce+ for exclusive content and save on merch and printSubscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce worldListen to our other episodes of Future CommerceHave any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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What if success didn't have to cost your happiness? In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, hosts Rudi & Anniston Riekstins welcome Cary Jack—lifestyle entrepreneur, host of The Happy Hustle Podcast, and founder of The Happy Hustle—for a powerful conversation about redefining success on your own terms. Cary shares the pivotal moment when he walked away from a seven-figure tech deal, realizing that external achievement without internal alignment leads to burnout and emptiness. From living abroad in Thailand to building a life rooted in purpose, service, and community, Cary introduces his “Happy Hustle” philosophy—a way of pursuing ambition without sacrificing well-being. You'll also be introduced to Cary's Soul Mapping framework, a practical tool designed to help you assess alignment across the most important areas of life, including health, relationships, service, and meaningful work. Together, Rudi and Cary explore how gratitude, intentional habits, and authentic connection create a life that feels truly successful—inside and out. This episode is a must-listen for anyone questioning traditional success, navigating burnout, or seeking fulfillment beyond money and status.

What if success didn’t have to cost your happiness? In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, hosts Rudi & Aniston Riekstins welcome Cary Jack—lifestyle entrepreneur, host of The Happy Hustle Podcast, and founder of The Happy Hustle—for a powerful conversation about redefining success on your own terms. Cary shares the pivotal moment when he walked away from a seven-figure tech deal, realizing that external achievement without internal alignment leads to burnout and emptiness. From living abroad in Thailand to building a life rooted in purpose, service, and community, Cary introduces his “Happy Hustle” philosophy—a way of pursuing ambition without sacrificing well-being. You’ll also be introduced to Cary’s Soul Mapping framework, a practical tool designed to help you assess alignment across the most important areas of life, including health, relationships, service, and meaningful work. Together, Rudi and Cary explore how gratitude, intentional habits, and authentic connection create a life that feels truly successful—inside and out. This episode is a must-listen for anyone questioning traditional success, navigating burnout, or seeking fulfillment beyond money and status.

In this solo episode of the Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause reflects on the lessons, challenges, and breakthroughs of 2025 and how they shape a more grounded, joyful, and empowered approach to health, wellness, and mental health heading into 2026. Dr. Krause explores why being present is one of the most powerful tools for healing, how mental chatter directly impacts physical health, and why the current medical system often keeps people focused on problems instead of solutions. She shares practical insights on emotional awareness, mindfulness, and self-care, along with how tools like acupuncture and peptides can support mental clarity, nervous system regulation, and overall well-being. This episode also highlights the importance of community, why healing doesn't happen in isolation, and how having the right support can make health goals feel achievable rather than overwhelming. If you're looking to reclaim joy, feel better in your body, and step into 2026 with intention, this episode is for you.   ✨ Episode Highlights & Takeaways Why being present is essential for mental and physical health How mental chatter can drive inflammation, stress, and burnout A behind-the-scenes look at the medical system's problem-focused model The role of joy in healing and long-term wellness Why community support is non-negotiable for sustainable health How peptides may support mental clarity and physical resilience plus pair well with East Asian Medicine principles How acupuncture and Chinese Medicine help regulate stress and emotions Simple self-care practices to calm the nervous system Why 2026 can be a powerful reset for your health and growth   Resources From The Show: Dr. Jannine Krause's Website - https://doctorjkrausend.com/ Start sleuthing out your health and figure out what's got you feeling off - Take The Quiz Restore your energy & metabolism to age well in 2026 & beyond - Dec 29th 4p PST/6p CST - register HERE - replay available if you register! If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs an uplifting message!

Looking to get out of your sex rut? Book a free consultation with a member of the Ask A Sex Therapist coaching team! https://form.jotform.com/253156356665060AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and host Heather Shannon speaks with Naturopathic Doctor Jordin Wiggins about the challenges faced by high achieving women in their intimate relationships. In particular, Jordin share how women's "supertraits" can lead to burnout and hinder their ability to connect emotionally. The discussion covers the importance of understanding emotional needs, setting boundaries, and recognizing coercive control in relationships. Jordin emphasizes the need for self-care and the prioritization of pleasure in both personal and sexual life, offering insights into how women can learn to receive and create fulfilling relationships.Find out more about Dr. Jordin Wiggins and her work with Supertraits here: https://www.thepleasurecollective.com/educationFollow Dr. Jordin Wiggins on IG - https://www.instagram.com/drjordinwiggins/Chapters00:00 Introduction to High Achieving Women and Pleasure02:34 Understanding Burnout and the Pleasure Problem05:27 Super Traits and Their Impact on Relationships08:08 The Connection Between Childhood and Adult Relationships10:43 Navigating Boundaries and Emotional Safety13:27 The Role of Sensitivity and Empathy16:05 The Importance of Emotional Needs in Relationships18:42 The Messy Middle of Change21:15 Learning to Receive and Shift Dynamics23:37 Creating a Pleasure-Centered Life31:44 Navigating Life's Pleasures and Challenges33:38 The Cultural Disconnect from Pleasure35:46 The Shift Towards a Pleasure-Centered Life37:42 Understanding Power Dynamics in Relationships39:55 The Impact of Coercive Control45:54 Transforming Sexual Relationships53:44 Finding Support and Resources58:32 Embracing Change and VulnerabilityCheck out the video version of this episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/bWUnwluNffIKeywordspleasure, high achieving women, super traits, burnout, intimacy, relationships, emotional needs, coercive control, self-care, sexual healthThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

If your default answer to “How are you?” is “I'm fine, it's just a busy season” (and that “season” has started to feel like winter in Alaska), this one's for you. In this episode, we're talking nervous system regulation for high-achieving women — the ones juggling all the things, smiling through the stress, and low-key running on fumes. I'm joined by Michelle Grosser — nervous system strategist, podcast host, and former trial attorney — who now helps high-achieving women regulate from the inside out. We dig into why you can't mindset your way out of burnout, how your body is sending four times more messages to your brain than the other way around, and what it actually means to live and lead from a grounded state instead of constant fight-or-flight chaos. In this episode, we get into: The difference between playing an outside-in game (chasing success for validation) vs. an inside-out game (being who you want to be first, then acting from that place) Why your nervous system only cares about one thing — safety — and how that impacts your ability to create success, confidence, and fulfillment What really happens in your brain when you're in fight, flight, or freeze The three daily nervous system regulators every woman needs: movement, stillness, and play — and why “high-intensity workout” isn't always the flex you think it is How emotional suppression, weak boundaries, and crappy coping mechanisms quietly shrink your bandwidth and fast-track you to burnout What it actually feels like to be grounded  Back-pocket, in-the-moment tools for when shit hits the fan: the physiological breath, temperature shifts, and full-body shaking (yes, like your dog) to help your system reset How to stop confusing over-functioning with being “driven,” and start leading from a regulated, resourced version of you Because you can read all the leadership books and take all the courses, but if your nervous system is fried, you'll keep defaulting to hustle, panic, and perfectionism instead of clarity, creativity, and calm power. Thank you to our sponsors! Get 20% off your first order at curehydration.com/WOMANSWORK with code WOMANSWORK — and if you get a post-purchase survey, mention you heard about Cure here to help support the show!  Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Michelle: Website: www.michellegrosser.com Nervous System Reset guide: www.michellegrosser.com/reset  IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsmichellegrosser/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodvillage  Related Podcast Episodes: Burnout 2.0: BurnBOLD with Cait Donovan | 331 The Resilience Myth with Soraya Chemaly | 249 How Our Dysregulated Nervous Systems Are Impacting Us with Victoria Albina | 244 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of For You From Eve, I'm breaking down exactly how I plan on achieving all my goals in 2026 — not with unrealistic resolutions, but with a strategy that's sustainable, intentional, and actually works.We're talking about the difference between setting goals and building systems, how to shift your identity so you stop self-sabotaging, and the routines and habits I'm committing to so my goals don't just sound good in January… they actually stick all year.If you're tired of overplanning, starting over every few months, or feeling like you're doing “all the right things” with nothing to show for it — this episode is your reset. This is about clarity, consistency, and becoming the version of yourself that naturally achieves what she wants.

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