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Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 113 - Embracing Unpredictability

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 57:38 Transcription Available


In this episode, Reed and Mark break down the operational reality of running a real estate media company when conditions are far from perfect. From rain weeks that compress revenue to training new hires during peak production and navigating a mid season switch to HDPhotoHub, we unpack what these challenges actually do to cash flow, team bandwidth, and client experience. We also speak candidly about leading a growing company while raising kids and managing the anxiety that surfaces when the industry slows down. This episode is not about highlight reels. It is about building systems, people, and revenue streams that can withstand imperfect weeks. Because the real goal is not perfection, it is resilience.Don't worry, they still end the show with their Action Items... things that any listener can do right now to help lay the foundation for scaling their Real Estate Media Business.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.If you would like to access Sam Benner's Action Plan PDF, give us a follow and send a DM to @upmarketpod. The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Fotello, an AI media platform built to snap, upload, and deliver. Pricing starts at $12 per listing, with human revisions available within six hours. To get started, visit https://fotello.co/?via=upmarket and subscribe to begin using the platform. If you do not use the link, enter the code UPMARKET during signup.Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is HDPhotoHub, the all-in-one platform for ordering, scheduling, and delivering complete marketing kits, from video reels to print. With pay-per-listing pricing, transparent terms, and industry-leading integrations, HDPhotoHub helps you build the workflow you actually want. Visit HDPhotoHub.com and use code Upmarket to get your first 15 full deliveries free.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

Achieve Results NOW! Podcast
489: 3 Walks to Beat Overwhelm

Achieve Results NOW! Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 20:58


This episode of the Achieve Results Now podcast is a bit of a "wild card" special. Mark Cardone walks in (pun intended) completely unscripted to surprise co-host Theron Feidt with a raw conversation about a universal struggle: overwhelm. After a week of feeling crushed by work and life, Mark did a "data dump" on his notepad and discovered a three-step framework to reset his mental state. Here is how to navigate the "quicksand" of a busy life using The Three Walks. The Framework: Three Walks to Overcome Overwhelm "When you're in the thick of overwhelm, one of the first things to go is anything you do for anybody else. We think we have to put our own mask on first, but sometimes helping someone else is the mask." — Mark Cardone 1. Walk the Dog (The Selfless Act) This isn't just about your pets; it's a metaphor for outward focus. When we are overwhelmed, we tend to internalize and obsess over our own "to-do" lists. The Action: Do something for someone else. Volunteer, teach a class, or have a focused conversation with a family member without your phone. The Result: Shifting your focus from your own problems to someone else's needs breaks the cycle of internal stress and provides an immediate "win-win" energy boost. 2. Walk Yourself (The Physiological Reset) Theron highlights that you cannot think your way out of a bad state; you have to move your way out of it. The Action: Physical movement—whether it's a literal walk, 10 pushups, or a martial arts session. The Result: Changing your physiology (posture, breathing, and heart rate) forces your brain to switch gears. If you're in a "learning state" or a "moving state," you can't simultaneously stay stuck in a "paralysis state." 3. Walk it Back (The Ego Check & Prioritization) This is the hardest but most important step. It's about slowing down when your instinct is to "flail" faster. The Action: * Apologize: If your stress caused you to snap at someone, "walk it back" and say sorry. Do Less: Look at that list of 170 items and pick the top three. * The Result: By admitting you can't do it all and focusing on relationships over tasks, you prevent the "heart attack" (literal or metaphorical) and ensure you aren't doing "bad work" just to stay busy.  Key Takeaways Movement creates momentum: If you're stuck, change your physical environment. Service is a stress-reliever: Helping others is a proven way to get out of your own head. Protect the "Big Rocks": Relationships and health must come before the to-do list, or you'll end up with neither. Action Item for Listeners: Pick one of the "Three Walks" and do it today, especially if you're feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders. ARN Suggested Reading: Blessings In the Bullshit: A Guided Journal for Finding the BEST In Every Day – by Mark Cardone & Theron Feidt https://www.amazon.com/Blessings-Bullshit-Guided-Journal-Finding/dp/B09FP35ZXX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=blessings+in+the+bullshit&qid=1632233840&sr=8-1 Full List of Recommended Books: https://www.achieveresultsnow.com/readers-are-leaders Questions? 1.   Do you have a question you want answered in a future podcast? 2.   Go to www.AchieveResultsNow.com to submit. Connect with Us: Get access to some of the great resources that we use at: www.AchieveResultsNow.com/success-store www.AchieveResultsNow.com www.facebook.com/achieveresultsnow www.twitter.com/nowachieve Thank you for listening to the Achieve Results NOW! Podcast.  The podcast that gives you immediate actions you can take to start seeing life shifting results NOW!

Open Door Bible Baptist Church
"Five Action Items For Reaching Others" - OD Sunday Service Live - 2/15/26

Open Door Bible Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 46:31


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SeedTime Living
Why Your Stuff Might Be Blocking Your Blessings (with Joshua Becker)

SeedTime Living

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 37:43


Most Christians agree that materialism is bad… but few of us have ever connected the clutter in our garages to the condition of our hearts.   In this episode, Bob sits down with Joshua Becker (author of Uncluttered Faith and founder of BecomingMinimalist.com) to explore a provocative idea: what if consumerism isn't just a money issue—but a spiritual one?   Joshua makes the case that the things we own—and the things we want—may be quietly choking out our fruitfulness, distracting us from God's best, and stealing time, energy, and joy we didn't realize we were losing.   And yes… we even ask the question: Is your Amazon cart spiritual warfare?       In this conversation, you'll discover: Why Jesus said riches, pleasures, and worries choke out spiritual fruit—and why that sounds a lot like modern America The difference between owning less and wanting less (and why the second one matters more) Why abundance in the Bible doesn't mean "more stuff" How clutter quietly costs you time, attention, peace, and generosity The surprising connection between minimalism and discipleship Why getting rid of "just a few towels" actually can change your life How to take a realistic first step—without living out of a backpack Joshua also reframes some of the most well-known verses in Scripture, showing how deeply Jesus tied our spiritual lives to our relationship with money and possessions—and how freedom often starts with subtraction, not addition.   If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your stuff, confused about God's promises of abundance, or stuck chasing things that never quite satisfy, this episode may change how you see everything you own.     Key Scriptures Mentioned (NLT): Luke 8:14–15 – The parable of the soils Matthew 13:44–46 – The hidden treasure & pearl Luke 18:22 – The rich young ruler Philippians 4:11–13 – Contentment in Christ Matthew 6:33 – Seeking the Kingdom first     About Today's Guest: Joshua Becker is the founder of BecomingMinimalist.com and the author of multiple bestselling books, including Uncluttered Faith. His work helps people align their homes, finances, and lives with what matters most.  

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 112 - What Realtors Really Want From AI

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 65:24


AI is everywhere in real estate right now, but most of the industry is talking about tools instead of listening to agents. In this episode, Reed and special guest Sam Benner break down what Realtors actually want from AI, from real efficiency gains to the fears around losing authenticity and trust. We unpack how agent priorities have shifted, where they're really spending money, and why marketing and tech fatigue is very real in 2026. From regulation and compliance to video, portals, and brand consistency, this is a grounded look at what actually matters to working agents. This is an honest conversation about cutting through hype and focusing on what truly helps Realtors grow their business.Don't worry, they still end the show with their Action Items... things that any listener can do right now to help lay the foundation for scaling their Real Estate Media Business.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.If you would like to access Sam Benner's Action Plan PDF, give us a follow and send a DM to @upmarketpod. The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Fotello, an AI media platform built to snap, upload, and deliver. Pricing starts at $12 per listing, with human revisions available within six hours. To get started, visit https://fotello.co/?via=upmarket and subscribe to begin using the platform. If you do not use the link, enter the code UPMARKET during signup.Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is HDPhotoHub, the all-in-one platform for ordering, scheduling, and delivering complete marketing kits, from video reels to print. With pay-per-listing pricing, transparent terms, and industry-leading integrations, HDPhotoHub helps you build the workflow you actually want. Visit HDPhotoHub.com and use code Upmarket to get your first 15 full deliveries free.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

Open Door Bible Baptist Church
"Five Action Items For Reaching Others" - OD Sunday Service Live - 2/8/26

Open Door Bible Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 48:18


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The Humans vs Retirement Podcast
Ep 102 - Why your brain is hardwired to fail at retirement

The Humans vs Retirement Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 15:56


Episode Description Your brain has spent decades as a corporate drug addict, getting its dopamine fix from deadlines, presentations, and feeling important. But when you retire, the dealer cuts you off—cold turkey. This episode explores the neuroscience behind why retirement can feel so devastating, and what you can actually do about it before you clock out for the last time. Key Topics Covered The Great Retirement Myth Why the "golden ticket" narrative sets us up for disappointment The deafening silence after the leaving party Understanding retirement as a form of grief The Science Behind the Emptiness Dopamine withdrawal: When the "pings" stop coming Cognitive decline after retirement (Whitehall II study findings) Loss of identity and social tribe Why your brain is "use it or lose it" The Five-Act Drama of Quitting Work The Run-Up: Excitement mixed with anxiety The Honeymoon: The world's longest bank holiday The 'Oh, Bugger' Phase: When freedom feels empty The Re-Build: The hard graft of reinvention The New Normal: Finding your rhythm Rewiring Your Brain for a Decent Retirement Three essential pillars to build before you retire: Pillar One: Stop Being a Noun, Start Doing Some Verbs Redefining yourself beyond your job title The "I am..." exercise (10 non-work identities) Setting achievable goals for dopamine hits Pillar Two: Build Yourself a Tribe Finding your "Third Place" (beyond home and work) Scheduling social connections like board meetings Why social connection predicts longevity Pillar Three: Find a New Rhythm Creating a keystone routine to anchor your day The art of tinkering: trying things without pressure Finding purpose through engagement, not grand passion Key Takeaways Retirement isn't just a lifestyle change—it's a neurological shock to your system The psychological adjustment is as important as financial planning, yet we ignore it completely Feeling lost or irrelevant after retirement isn't a personal failing—it's a predictable human reaction Your brain needs structure, achievement, and social connection to thrive Retirement is a "lifequake" that can clear the ground for a stronger, more authentic version of yourself Research Mentioned Whitehall II study on cognitive decline and retirement The "use it or lose it" principle of brain function Cognitive reserve theory The concept of "Third Places" in sociology Action Items for Listeners Complete the "I am..." exercise (10 non-work identities) Identify your potential "Third Place" Create one keystone routine to anchor your day Schedule social connections deliberately Start "tinkering" with new activities and interests Join the Conversation Share in the comments: What's one thing you're planning for—or anxious about—for your own retirement? Humans vs Retirement Podcast Subscribe for more deep dives into the psychology of life's biggest transitions.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 111 - The Hard Truth About Hiring and Retention

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 61:59 Transcription Available


Hiring and retaining talent in real estate media is harder than ever; and it's not for the reasons most people think. In this episode, we break down the real impact of team turnover, what it actually costs a growing business, and why losing good people doesn't automatically mean you're failing as a leader. From long-tenured team members moving on to sudden exits that weren't as unexpected as they felt, we unpack the operational, cultural, and leadership lessons that come with running a people-dependent business. This is an honest conversation about expectations, employer branding, and what truly keeps great people aligned; not hype, perks, or flexibility without structure, but clarity, professionalism, and intentional leadership.Don't worry, they still end the show with their Action Items... things that any listener can do right now to help lay the foundation for scaling their Real Estate Media Business.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Fotello, an AI media platform built to snap, upload, and deliver. Pricing starts at $12 per listing, with human revisions available within six hours. To get started, visit https://fotello.co/?via=upmarket and subscribe to begin using the platform. If you do not use the link, enter the code UPMARKET during signup.Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is HDPhotoHub, the all-in-one platform for ordering, scheduling, and delivering complete marketing kits, from video reels to print. With pay-per-listing pricing, transparent terms, and industry-leading integrations, HDPhotoHub helps you build the workflow you actually want. Visit HDPhotoHub.com and use code Upmarket to get your first 15 full deliveries free.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

Coordinated
310. February 2026 - Monthly Action Items

Coordinated

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 19:37


February is doing the most—and so are AP coordinators. Abby and Karli are getting into exam rooms, seating strategies, and the kind of planning your future self will thank you for. Take your seat and press Play now for peak-February prep and perfectly placed desks and tables on this episode of…Coordinated.Chat it up with fellow AP coordinators on Chat with a Coordinator.Download the 2025-2026 AP Accommodations Guide.-----Watch the Coordinated podcast on YouTube.Subscribe to the AP Coordinator Experience YouTube Channel.Bookmark the AP Coordinator homepage and visit for all the latest!Download the AP Coordinator's Manual, Part 2.Watch the video featuring “What's New in the AP Coordinator's Manual, Part 2.”Join the AP Coordinator Community. Read up at the AP Coordinator Resource Library. Podcast theme song, “Good as Gold,” courtesy of former AP Music Theory student, Jackie Rae.

SeedTime Living
A Dishwasher Spent 10 Years With the Ultra Rich (Here's What He Learned)

SeedTime Living

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 37:10


What if wealth isn't about luck, connections, or hustle—but about how you think?   In today's episode, we unpack a fascinating story of a 17-year-old dishwasher who spent a decade working inside a high-end country club alongside ultra-wealthy members. What he learned completely dismantled common assumptions about rich people—and surprisingly, many of his lessons line up directly with Scripture.   Bob and Linda walk through 7 mindset shifts that separate people who grow wealth from those who stay stuck, and why renewing your mind around money may be the most biblical financial move you can make.   This isn't about chasing money—it's about becoming the kind of person God can trust with more.     Episode Highlights 1. Rich people aren't greedy—greed is the problem Money doesn't change your heart; it amplifies what's already there. When we believe "all rich people are greedy," we subconsciously sabotage our own growth. 2. Be cool (aka: be kind) True wealth shows up as humility and generosity toward those earlier on the path. Kindness is influence. 3. Wealthy kids inherit a mindset before they inherit money What did you inherit about money growing up? Limiting beliefs can be rewired—especially through God's Word. "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he." —Proverbs 23:7 (NLT) 4. You don't need school to be successful—but you do need wisdom Education matters, but obedience to God matters more. College doesn't guarantee provision—God does. 5. Stop chasing money; start creating value Money is a result, not a target. It's simply a reflection of the value you bring to others. 6. Money is a learnable skill You don't have to be "good at math" to be good with money. One book, one framework, one habit can radically change your financial future. 7. Focus on becoming who God created you to be Growth, wisdom, and Christlikeness compound over time—and so does stewardship.   Key Scriptures Mentioned (NLT) Proverbs 23:7 — "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he." Romans 12:2 — "Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think." Matthew 6:26 — God's provision for the birds (and for you)   Action Item for This Week Do these three things: Identify one limiting belief you inherited about money. Find one biblical truth that directly contradicts it. Learn one practical thing about how money actually works (book, podcast, or Scripture). Small shifts in thinking can unlock massive change.   Wealth doesn't start in your bank account—it starts in your beliefs.    

Med Spa Success Strategies
STEAL Our 2026 Med Spa Growth Framework: Exact Ad Strategies, Offers & 7-Figure Growth

Med Spa Success Strategies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 25:13


Welcome to Part 1 of our 2026 Med Spa Marketing & Growth Series. This year's series is a complete refresh of the frameworks, strategies, and systems we've seen drive real, measurable growth for med spas in today's increasingly competitive landscape.If you're ready to implement more efficient & effective marketing strategies for your practice, book your FREE strategy session & marketing plan: https://go.medspamagicmarketing.com/scheduleIn this episode, Ricky Shockley, owner of Med Spa Magic Marketing and host of the Med Spa Success Strategies Podcast, walks through how patients actually choose a med spa and what you need in place to consistently win that decision.In this series, we break down:✅ How to position your med spa so prospects choose you over nearby competitors✅ The core marketing and growth frameworks we're using in 2026✅ What actually drives ROI and where most med spas misallocate marketing spend✅ How ads, offers, reputation, and patient experience work together✅ Why retention is the real growth multiplier in aestheticsThis episode introduces the foundational framework that everything else in the series builds on, including exposure, validation, and removing friction in the booking process. You'll also learn why great marketing cannot compensate for weak patient experience, and how reviews, pricing, and branding influence buying decisions more than most owners realize.Whether you're scaling an established med spa or tightening up your marketing strategy for the year ahead, this series is designed to give you clarity, direction, and a plan you can actually execute. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode, where we break down pricing, discounting, and how those decisions directly impact new patient acquisition and long-term growth.If you want to download the free audit and planning resources referenced in this episode, visit: https://go.medspamagicmarketing.com/2026-freebiesChapters:00:00 Intro to the 2026 Med Spa Marketing Series02:45 What's Changed in Med Spa Marketing for 202604:40 Why Reviews and Patient Experience Matter More Than Ever08:30 How Clients Actually Choose a Med Spa11:15 The EVA Framework: Exposure, Validation, Affirmation15:20 Winning the Validation Process Against Competitors18:50 Pricing, Convenience, and Decision Tie-Breakers21:55 Removing Friction and Driving Bookings23:00 Action Items and What's Next in the SeriesFollow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/medspamagicmarketing/https://www.linkedin.com/company/med-spa-magic-marketing/https://www.facebook.com/MedSpaMagicMarketing/https://www.tiktok.com/@medspamagicmarketing

This Can't Be That Hard
Inquiries → Bookings → Happy Clients: Your Sales & Fulfillment System

This Can't Be That Hard

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 33:17 Transcription Available


Last week, we talked about building a marketing system that helps you consistently attract new leads without burning out, but great marketing alone isn't enough. If inquiries aren't converting into bookings, or bookings aren't turning into great client experiences, your whole business starts to wobble.That's why this week I'm zooming in on sales and fulfillment. Instead of chasing yeses or worrying about being pushy, I walk you through how to design a sales process that helps the right clients feel informed, confident, and excited to book. From there, we move into fulfillment… the systems that ensure every client gets a great experience every single time.Marketing brings people to the door. Sales invites them in. Fulfillment makes them want to stay. When all three of these systems are working together, your business feels more stable, more predictable, and far easier to run. Go listen to this week's episode, then head into the Darkroom to get your Action Items for the week. I've laid out simple next steps to help you strengthen these systems one small improvement at a time.LINKS:Watch the Simple Sales Masterclass to fine-tune your Sales SystemLog in The Darkroom, to get your free weekly action itemsGet weekly action prompts + resources from each episode inside The Darkroom; your free podcast companion space. Get access at: thiscantbethathard.com/darkroom   Resources: New to the podcast? Go to thiscantbethathard.com/welcome to get access to 3 of Annemie's best free resources. Join our community! We'd love to welcome you into our supportive, business-focused private Facebook group. Go to facebook.com/groups/thiscantbethathard to request access. Long-time listener? Leave a review!

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 109 - The 3D Portal Power Play

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 63:16


A major shift is underway in the 3D real estate world. In this episode of Upmarket Pod, Reed, Mark, and Molly unpack the growing portal competition between Matterport, Zillow 3D, and Homes.com, and what it means for agents and real estate media. They explain how CoStar's acquisition of Matterport changes the 3D tour landscape, why Zillow is pushing its own 3D tool, and how Homes.com is positioning itself as a new player for agent visibility. They also share what agents should ask portals, which platforms to prioritize, and how to use 3D strategically to stay competitive in 2026.Don't worry, they still end the show with their Action Items... things that any listener can do right now to help lay the foundation for scaling their Real Estate Media Business.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Fotello, an AI media platform built to snap, upload, and deliver. Pricing starts at $12 per listing, with human revisions available within six hours. To get started, visit https://fotello.co/?via=upmarket and subscribe to begin using the platform. If you do not use the link, enter the code UPMARKET during signup.Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code UPMARKET at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

SeedTime Living
Even after spiritual abuse, THIS is why I still tithe

SeedTime Living

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 41:55


Spiritual abuse around money almost made us stop giving altogether.   We've seen manipulation from the pulpit. We've witnessed leaders mishandle funds. We've felt the tension between honoring God and distrusting institutions.   And yet… we still tithe.   In this episode, Bob and Linda have an honest, nuanced conversation about why they chose not to let other people's failures steal something God wanted to use for their freedom. This is not a legalistic defense of tithing.   It's a heart-level conversation about obedience, trust, healing, and separating God's command from human hypocrisy.   If you've ever thought: "I don't trust where the money goes" "I've seen too much abuse" "Is tithing even for today?" "I want to honor God, but I'm conflicted" This episode is for you.   Key Scriptures (NLT) Proverbs 3:9–10 — Honor the Lord with your wealth Deuteronomy 8:18 — God gives the power to create wealth Matthew 6:33 — Seek first the Kingdom Luke 6:38 — Give, and it will be given to you 2 Corinthians 9 — Sowing and reaping with the right heart Matthew 23:23 — Jesus affirms tithing without legalism   Action Item for This Week Take 10 quiet minutes and pray this simple prayer: "God, what does generosity look like for me right now?" Write down what comes to mind. Don't rush it. Don't rationalize it. Just ask… and listen.   Don't let someone else's disobedience steal your opportunity to trust God.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 108 - Navigating New Rules: California's Altered Image Law (AB 723)

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 61:51 Transcription Available


A new set of rules is officially here. In this episode of Upmarket Pod, Reed and Mark break down California's Altered Image Law AB 723 and what it means for real estate media. The law introduces new disclosure requirements around altered listing photos that directly impact how agents, photographers, and media companies market properties. They cover what qualifies as an altered image, when disclosures are required, and how to stay compliant while maintaining high quality marketing.Don't worry, they still end the show with their Action Items... things that any listener can do right now to help lay the foundation for scaling their Real Estate Media Business.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Fotello, an AI media platform built to snap, upload, and deliver. Pricing starts at $12 per listing, with human revisions available within six hours. Go to fotello.co and use code UPMARKET25 to get 25 free listings added to your account (a $500 value).Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code UPMARKET at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

The Lean Solutions Podcast
Goal Setting That Sticks: Lean Your Way to Success in 2026

The Lean Solutions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 60:34


The Lean Solutions Podcast hosts start off season 5 by addressing a common challenge: setting goals is easy, but making them stick is not. They emphasize that meaningful goal setting requires clarity, alignment, and intention, warning that vague goals and misaligned priorities often lead teams off track. From the start, they frame goals as something that must connect directly to daily work and organizational purpose.They go on to highlight the importance of systems like leader standard work and visual management to support consistent execution. The hosts stress accountability rooted in psychological safety, regular check-ins, and a focused set of three to five goals supported by leading indicators. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to put these ideas into practice and ensure their goals align with both their organization's objectives and culture. 

Emerge Dynamics Podcast
Episode 92: Pricing Strategy For Success – Part 2

Emerge Dynamics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 20:00


Episode Overview In this second episode of the pricing series, hosts David and Eric bridge from pricing theory into practical strategy and application. They explore the critical differences between cost-plus and value-based pricing, discuss price elasticity, and provide actionable frameworks for optimizing pricing in middle-market private companies. Key Topics Covered 1. Marginal Buyer Theory Recap The last buyer-seller transaction indicates market pricing potential Prices function as market signals about resource value Ignoring the marginal buyer leaves money on the table 2. Price Elasticity of Demand High Elasticity: Small price changes cause significant market share loss (e.g., hotdog industry – one penny change = major impact) Low Elasticity: Price changes have minimal impact on customer retention Revenue optimization: Selling at 2x price with only 5% customer loss increases overall revenue and profit 3. Cost-Plus Pricing When It Makes Sense: Regulated industries (utilities, government contracts) Commoditized products New product launches (to establish break-even baseline) How to Calculate: Add all direct costs (materials, labor, freight) Allocate indirect costs (rent, depreciation, admin) Calculate total unit cost Apply markup based on contract requirements or industry standards Limitations: Focuses energy on cost side, not demand side Misses shifts in market dynamics and pricing power Leaves value on the table from marginal payers Doesn’t account for subjective customer value 4. Value-Based Pricing Core Principle: Maximize profitability by capturing the value created for customers Implementation Steps: Identify the specific problem your product/service solves Quantify the cost of the problem to your customer Lost sales Production inefficiencies Higher operational costs Calculate economic value created What would alternative solutions cost? What’s the total economic benefit? Set pricing below total value to ensure customer benefit Example: If your solution creates $100K/year in value Pricing at $100K = customer breaks even Pricing below $100K = customer realizes net benefit Consider multi-year value (Year 1: break-even, Year 2+: 100% profit to customer) 5. Pricing Optimization Strategies For Established Businesses: Run pricing experiments to optimize revenue and profit Test different price points carefully (consider elasticity) Create multiple proposal versions with different pricing Differentiate by geography or market segment Track conversion rates and customer response Key Insight: Value pricing aligns your interests with customer interests – if you’re not bringing value, you shouldn’t be in business together. Action Items for Listeners Complete the homework from Episode 1 analyze your data using marginal buyer theory Quantify the economic value your product/service creates for customers Calculate what alternative solutions would cost your customers Begin pricing experiments in your business (if appropriate for your industry) Prepare for Episode 3 Coming Up Next Hourly pricing vs. value-based pricing for services Comprehensive pricing strategy framework Putting all the pricing concepts together Key Quotes “A price is not something you set, even though yes, you do set them, it’s more of a signal of what the market is saying about the value of certain resources.” “Value pricing always aligns ourselves to the interest of the customer and the client. If we’re not bringing them value, then what the heck are we doing?” “When all of your pricing energy is going to the cost side, you’re paying less attention to the demand side.” Resources Episode 1: Pricing Theory & Marginal Buyer Concept Economist referenced: Ludwig von Mises

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 107 - SWOT Analysis 2025. Strengths. Opportunities. Weaknesses. Threats.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 63:33 Transcription Available


It's once again SWOT Analysis time on Upmarket Pod! We take our listeners in depth through Upmarket Media's 2025 SWOT Analysis. SWOT stands for Strengths, Opportunities, Weaknesses, and Threats. Reed and Mark go deep on everything Upmarket Media is thinking and feeling heading into 2026. Follow along with their SWOT bullet points and find out what questions you should ask yourself when you do your own SWOT with this document: https://bit.ly/3PBMwJjDon't worry, they still end the show with their Action Items... things that any listener can do right now to help lay the foundation for scaling their Real Estate Media Business.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Fotello, an AI media platform built to snap, upload, and deliver. Pricing starts at $12 per listing, with human revisions available within six hours. Go to fotello.co and use code UPMARKET25 to get 25 free listings added to your account (a $500 value).Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code UPMARKET at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!

The Hours
The 10 Levels of Coaching

The Hours

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 45:47


Welcome to The Hours podcast by SAVI Basketball! In this episode, Tyler and Mark dive deep into the 10 Levels of Coaching, a framework designed to help you identify exactly where you are in your career and what you need to do to reach the next stage. Whether you are just starting out or leading a championship program, understanding these levels will help you decide where you can become the best coach possible. If you've ever felt like you were just "reacting" to problems rather than building a program with intent, this episode is your roadmap to leveling up.

Coordinated
309. January 2026 - Monthly Action Items

Coordinated

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 17:23


Abby and Karli are ringing in 2026 with everything AP coordinators need to know heading into January—think fresh starts, key reminders, and the kind of pep that pairs perfectly with a brand-new planner. It's light, it's lively and it's the perfect way to launch the year. Press Play now for a jump-start to January on this episode of…Coordinated.Download the 2025-2026 AP Accommodations Guide.-----Chat it up with fellow AP coordinators on Chat with a Coordinator.Watch the Coordinated podcast on YouTube.Subscribe to the AP Coordinator Experience YouTube Channel.Bookmark the AP Coordinator Experience webpage.Download the AP Coordinator Academic Calendar (2025-26).Join the AP Coordinator Community. Read up at the AP Coordinator Resource Library. Podcast theme song, “Good as Gold,” courtesy of former AP Music Theory student, Jackie Rae.

The Hours
Why We Stopped Running Plays and Started Developing Players

The Hours

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 24:01


In this episode of The Hours, host Mark Cascio sits down with longtime friend and high school coach Travis Uzee (St. Amant High School, Louisiana) to discuss the evolution of his program. Coach Uzee shares his "coaching superpower"—accountability—and how it serves as the bridge to success on both ends of the floor.The conversation dives deep into Uzee's transition from traditional set plays to SAVI's conceptual offense and the Lock Left defensive system. Discover how shifting focus from "developing plays" to "developing players" has dramatically increased his team's skill level and shooting confidence. Whether you are a veteran coach or just starting your conceptual journey, this episode is packed with "in-the-trenches" advice on practice planning, defensive rotations, and building a culture of toughness.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 106 - Vince Collura on the Future of Our Industry. Road to PMRE 2025 #13.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 45:36 Transcription Available


This week Reed sits down with the Legend, Vince Collura! Vince is the former COO of VHT Studios and then the Director of Photography & Add-on Services at Matterport. Now, he's ready for the next chapter and is the Founder and CEO of The Collective. Vince has had a birds-eye view on the broad changes in our industry over the last 10 years and offers a ton of perspective on what's to come. Vince is a delight and Reed was so happy to sit down with him at the Upmarket Suite at Palms in Las Vegas during PMRE 2025. Of course, as always, they drum up some Action Items, so stick around until the end of the show!Upmarket Pod is once again, beyond excited to partner with iGUIDE to bring you our exclusive Road to PMRE 2025 series of Upmarket episodes.Upmarket is proud to be the official podcast of pmreconference.com!The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code "Upmarket" at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floorplans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can use the code UPMARKET at checkout and any new subscriber will get a 1 month free trial.Go to Fotello.co to check out Fotello, an ethically sourced AI photo editor. Try it for free and if you end up signing up, use the code UPMARKET25 to receive 25 free listings (~1,500 photos / $500 value) added to your account — no matter which plan you choose.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that compliments your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30 day risk free trial!!!

Thrivetime Show | Business School without the BS
How to Grow a Manufacturing & Engineering Business | Celebrating 300% Growth of OmniaIndustrial.com + "It's Been Great. I Wanted Somebody to Layout the Action Items for Me." + 11 Clay Clark Client Success Stories

Thrivetime Show | Business School without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 134:49


Want to Start or Grow a Successful Business? Schedule a FREE 13-Point Assessment with Clay Clark Today At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com   Join Clay Clark's Thrivetime Show Business Workshop!!! Learn Branding, Marketing, SEO, Sales, Workflow Design, Accounting & More. **Request Tickets & See Testimonials At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com  **Request Tickets Via Text At (918) 851-0102   See the Thousands of Success Stories and Millionaires That Clay Clark Has Helped to Produce HERE: https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/testimonials/ Download A Millionaire's Guide to Become Sustainably Rich: A Step-by-Step Guide to Become a Successful Money-Generating and Time-Freedom Creating Business HERE: www.ThrivetimeShow.com/Millionaire   See Thousands of Case Studies Today HERE: www.thrivetimeshow.com/does-it-work/  

SeedTime Living
Christians Are Getting THIS Wrong About Giving (and why it's hurting us more than we realize)

SeedTime Living

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 30:33


Jesus said, "Don't let your left hand know what your right hand is doing."   But does that really mean Christians should never talk about giving?   In this episode, Bob and Linda tackle one of the most misunderstood passages in the Bible—and why misreading it has quietly hurt generosity, discipleship, and spiritual growth in the church.   Sparked by a viral clip referencing Matthew 6, they walk through what Jesus was actually addressing (motive, not visibility), why public generosity shows up all over Scripture, and how sharing testimonies—when done with the right heart—can inspire radical obedience in others. This isn't about bragging.   It's about obedience, clarity, and letting God get the glory.       What You'll Learn in This Episode Why Matthew 6 is about motive, not secrecy How applying "give in secret" consistently would silence prayer and testimony too The difference between generosity that inspires vs generosity that performs Why public generosity is everywhere in Scripture (Barnabas, the Macedonian church, Zacchaeus, the widow's mite, Mary anointing Jesus) How generosity becomes contagious when stories are shared Practical ways to check your heart before sharing a testimony When God says "share it" — and when He says "keep it quiet"   Key Scriptures Mentioned (NLT) Matthew 6:1–4 — Giving with the right motive Acts 4–5 — Barnabas vs. Ananias & Sapphira Luke 19:8–9 — Zacchaeus' public repentance and generosity 2 Corinthians 8–9 — The Macedonian church & contagious generosity   A Key Takeaway God isn't after secrecy for secrecy's sake. He's after hearts that give for His glory, not human applause. Some generosity should be quiet. Some testimonies are meant to be shared. The wisdom is knowing the difference—and having the courage to obey either way.     Action Item for This Week Ask God one simple question in prayer: "Is there a generosity story You want me to share—or one You want me to keep private?" Then obey, even if it feels uncomfortable.     Generosity isn't about being seen—it's about letting God be seen.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 105 - Running a Multinational REP Business with Oliver Ward. Road to PMRE 2025 #12

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 58:36


This week Reed chats with Oliver Ward, real estate media coach and founder of Oliwood Films, serving agents in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada and Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Oliver was able to come up to the Upmarket Suite at Palms in Las Vegas durian PMRE 2025. Interesting conversation ensued! The guys also throw down some Action Items, so stick around until the end of the show!Upmarket Pod is once again, beyond excited to partner with iGUIDE to bring you our exclusive Road to PMRE 2025 series of Upmarket episodes.Upmarket is proud to be the official podcast of pmreconference.com!The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code "Upmarket" at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floorplans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can use the code UPMARKET at checkout and any new subscriber will get a 1 month free trial.Go to Fotello.co to check out Fotello, an ethically sourced AI photo editor. Try it for free and if you end up signing up, use the code UPMARKET25 to receive 25 free listings (~1,500 photos / $500 value) added to your account — no matter which plan you choose.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that compliments your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30 day risk free trial!!!

AFA@TheCore
(A "Best Of" from December 18, 2025) Wake Up to the Jihad…Let's Work Towards Freedom | Action Items | Callers Share

AFA@TheCore

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 50:36


AFA@TheCore
Wake Up to the Jihad…Let's Work Towards Freedom | Action Items | Callers Share

AFA@TheCore

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 50:36


Divas, Diamonds, & Dollars - About Women, Lifestyle & Financial Savvy!

Tis the Season, Gentle Listener. How are you winding down your year? Does it feel like a wrap up for your season, or are you in ramp up mode for the year ahead? I think we're indulging in a bit of both at the same time!So what's in store for next season? In this episode we do offer a teaser on some of our planned episodes, so listen now so you know when to tune in. Here's a hint: every Thursday!And, three of your favorite segments making a return appearance:·      B4 the Show: We enjoyed pulling back the curtain a bit so our three minute B4 the Show will make its return, along with The After Glow. These are quick little conversations we havebetween ourselves about the topic d'jour! ·      Themes: Sometimes we can't fit everything into a single episode so we'll keep the concept of monthly themes sowe can take a deeper dive over multiple episodes, giving you even more tools and actionable strategies for personal and professional growth.·      Divalicious Pro-tip: We want you to glean the key concepts from each episode that you can readily apply in your nextinteraction or success move. This is what we're all about: empowering you to give your very best.·      Interviews with Industry Experts: Our Signature Voyager and Trailblazer Interviews have long been a fan favorite so we will continue bringing you more from the best and the brightest!What's New In the Next Season?  – So glad you asked! You'regrowing, we' growing, so we're bring you:·       Power Prompts: Using our proprietary D.I.A.M.O.N.D.S. prompting format, the Action Item for each episode will beformatted to help you improve outcomes by using AI prompts to add depth to your next steps.·       C.H.U.N.K.ing your Year: We began Season Five encouraging you to break your annual goals into quarters.We hope you embraced that concept, because we're going to go one step further and encourage you to tackle big C.H.U.N.K.S. of your year each quarter. These are the big moves that will really make your year and set you up for long-term growth. Life is short – let's make it count!·       Our G2G Challenge: Taking a chapter out of my upcoming book “Grim to Great” – you can preorder your very own copystarting in January – we're going to hold a master class to walk you through step-by-step to setting up your own Multipreneur Model. Get ready to get growing!Make sure you and your bestie are subscribed to Divas, Diamonds, & Dollars Podcast so our podcast is automagicallydownloaded to your listening device!  And make sure you let us know in the comments, which of our new features are youmost looking forward to next Season? Merry Christmas and Wishing you a Prosperous New Year, Divas!IG: @Divas.Diamonds.Dollars.PodcastIG@Larisa.TrocheJoin my free Community on Skool: http://bit.ly/422vknP

The Strategy Skills Podcast: Management Consulting | Strategy, Operations & Implementation | Critical Thinking
609: UCLA Professor and MD on How Gravity Shapes Your Health and Mind

The Strategy Skills Podcast: Management Consulting | Strategy, Operations & Implementation | Critical Thinking

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 52:33


Dr. Brennan Spiegel, Director of Health Services Research at Cedars-Sinai and Professor of Medicine and Public Health at UCLA, author of the book Pull, explains why illness is often a failure to manage gravity. He describes how our relationship with gravity defines strength, balance, digestion, mental stability, and emotional health.  Take the Gravotype Quiz at BrennanSpiegelMD.com to identify how your body manages gravity. Key Insights and Action Steps — Dr. Brennan Spiegel "Every single cell of your body evolved from this force of gravity. Physics came first, and biology came second." Illness arises when we fail to manage gravity. Every organ, tendon, and cell depends on that relationship. "When you stand up straight and lift your diaphragm, it pulls up this sack of potatoes that we all have in our belly. When you open up the gut, it opens up digestion." Posture determines how well the gut, diaphragm, and circulation function. Sitting compresses digestion and lowers energy. "Your balance and relationship to gravity is a predictor of how long you're going to live." Balance, grip strength, and posture are measurable indicators of longevity. "The inner ear is like a gyroscope constantly keeping track of your position in relation to gravity." The nervous system continuously measures gravity. Inner-ear disturbances can create dizziness, anxiety, and panic. "When you're depressed, you can't get up out of bed. Your body is slumped over. It's almost like there's so much gravity pulling on your body, it's like you're in a black hole." Depression mirrors an excessive gravitational load. Emotional heaviness is a physical experience of being pulled down. "Strong negative emotional experiences can permanently change the way the brain forms… the mind has learned to be pulled down emotionally, physically, socially." Childhood trauma reshapes how the brain perceives gravity, making the body feel heavier and slower to rise. "The feet are a gravity management surface… only five percent of the body's surface area but holding one hundred percent of the weight." Feet are the interface between body and planet. Strengthening them restores alignment and balance. "Your relationship to the planet, both latitudinally and altitudinally, will determine your health." Altitude, light, and environment influence serotonin, immunity, and microbiome function. "Serotonin itself is a gravity management substance." Serotonin regulates mood and physical stability, linking emotional and gravitational balance. "When it's stimulated, it activates the rest and digest phase and helps release serotonin." The vagus nerve is the primary connection between body and mind, calming the system and improving serotonin flow. "I pretended I was on a bigger planet… I became stronger and stood up straighter." Carrying additional resistance through weighted movement improves posture, strength, and metabolism. "When we lay down to sleep, we give our body a break… the blood easily flows into our brain and flushes out amyloid." Sleep restores gravitational equilibrium and supports brain recovery. "Gravity doesn't change, but your relationship to gravity does." Long-term health depends on strengthening that relationship physically, mentally, and emotionally. Action Items from Dr. Brennan Spiegel  1. Identify your gravotype. Take the 16-question quiz at BrennanSpiegelMD.com to learn which of the eight gravotypes you belong to and how your body manages gravity. 2. Build gravity fortitude. Strengthen the muscles and bones that keep you upright — especially your back, core, and legs. "When you stand up straight and lift your diaphragm, it pulls up the gut and opens digestion." 3. Stand tall and move often. Avoid long hours of sitting. Use a standing desk or take frequent standing breaks. Sitting compresses the abdomen, slows digestion, and reduces serotonin. 4. Strengthen the diaphragm and posture daily. Practice standing with shoulders back and chin level to engage the diaphragm and improve breathing and gut function. 5. Train your balance. Test and improve balance by standing on one leg, walking heel-to-toe, or using a balance board. "Your balance and relationship to gravity is a predictor of how long you're going to live." 6. Practice grip and hanging strength. Hang from a bar daily. Aim for 30 seconds, then increase gradually toward 2 minutes. Even short "dead hangs" improve shoulder, spine, and nervous-system alignment. 7. Use light weighted resistance. Try a weighted vest or light ankle weights while walking or doing chores. "I pretended I was on a bigger planet… I became stronger and stood up straighter." 8. Walk, run, or train barefoot or in minimalist shoes (safely). Let the feet feel the ground to activate stabilizing muscles. "When you ground your foot, everything else pulls up straight from there." 9. Reconnect with the ground. Spend time standing or walking on natural surfaces (grass, sand, earth) when possible. 10. Stay hydrated. Keep enough fluid in your body to "pump blood and oxygen up into the brain." Dehydration weakens gravity tolerance and causes dizziness or fatigue. 11. Regulate the nervous system. Do slow, controlled breathing through pursed lips to stimulate the vagus nerve and calm the body. "Slow meditative breathing activates the rest-and-digest phase." 12. Consider gentle vagus-nerve stimulation. Use only safe methods such as breathing, humming, or medical devices under supervision. Avoid carotid massage unless advised by a doctor. 13. Strengthen vestibular and proprioceptive awareness. Engage activities that challenge coordination: yoga, dance, gymnastics, tai chi, or balance training. 14. Manage mental gravity. Notice emotional heaviness as a physical sensation; practice posture, breathing, and grounding to counteract "mental black holes." 15. Use awe and nature to elevate mood. Spend time in nature, watch sunsets, or listen to music that evokes awe. "Feeling part of something greater than yourself elevates mood and serotonin." 16. Increase natural serotonin. Seek sunlight, exercise outdoors, connect socially, and reduce processed foods. Serotonin helps both mood and muscle tone to "fight gravity physically and mentally." 17. Optimize sleep for gravitational recovery. Sleep 7–8 hours flat or slightly inclined if you have reflux. Avoid heavy meals within 2 hours of sleep. Limit screens before bed. "When we lay down to sleep, we give our body a break… the blood easily flows into our brain." 18. Manage reflux and digestion. If prone to reflux, raise the head of the bed about 10 degrees or use a wedge pillow. Sleep on your left side to reduce acid reaching the esophagus. 19. Support circulation through movement. Use your muscles as pumps, walk regularly, stretch calves, and move legs during travel or desk work to prevent stagnation. 20. Avoid chronic compression. Reduce time bent over laptops or phones; keep screens at eye level to protect diaphragm and digestion. 21. Engage with natural environments. Nature exposure increases serotonin and improves gravity resilience. "Being in green spaces is mood-elevating because that's what we evolved with." 22. Monitor environment and altitude. If you live or work at high altitude, be mindful of mood or sleep changes and adjust oxygen exposure and sunlight time. 23. Balance convenience with movement. Spiegel warns that modern comfort, constant sitting, processed food, artificial environments, represents "our species losing the battle against gravity." 24. Reframe health. Adopt the mindset that "gravity doesn't change, but your relationship to gravity does." Everything, from mood to digestion, is part of managing that relationship.   Get Brennan's book, Pull, here: https://shorturl.at/XjNt3   Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 104 - Action Item Spectacular!!!! Road to PMRE 2025 #11.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 84:55 Transcription Available


It's our FAVORITE episode of the year!!!! It's our PMRE 2025 Action Item Spectacular!! The Photography and Media for Real Estate Conference in Las Vegas once again did not disappoint. So many new faces at the conference this year and we got a cool 24 of them (along with some familiar friends) to come up to the Upmarket Suite to lay down a little bit of wisdom in the form of Action Items! Big thanks to all of the attendees who so graciously gave up a little of their conference time to come share with our listeners. Check out this roster!:Peter Holmes - @go_iguideNatasha Robertson - @go_iguideAshli Sirtliff - @nwphotoandmediaScott McCurdy - @visual_advantage_caPhil Maurian - @visual_advantage_caRenata Goos- @shinephotograph.mediaAndrew Bramasco - @andrewbramascoZuhair Ali - @zuuuuu786Tom Sparks - @SparksmediagroupHarman Walia (ad) - @fotello.aiAmy Dill - @the_vine_studiosAli Rivera - @homesofnevadaIvan Marquez - @MarquezivanKianna Sunshine - @kianna.sunshine.photographyIan Kautzman - @hdphotohubNick Narodny - TitusMercedes Matthews - @matthewsmedia772JD Matthews - @matthewsmedia772Josh Mais - @showandtourMartina Magnusson - @thecollective_reMark Gutierrez - @thecollective_reAdam Housley (ad) - @secondfloorappJoshua Chopy - @chopymediaMike Sperando - @mikesperandophotoBrandon Cooper - @pmreconferenceAfter this, YOU KNOW you want to be at PMRE 2026!!! Do Not Miss It!!!!Upmarket Pod is beyond excited to partner with iGUIDE to bring you our exclusive Road to PMRE 2025 series of Upmarket episodes AND this ACTION ITEM SPECTACULAR.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code "Upmarket" at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floorplans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can use the code UPMARKET at checkout and any new subscriber will get a 1 month free trial.Go to Fotello.co to check out Fotello, an ethically sourced AI photo editor. Try it for free and if you end up signing up, use the code UPMARKET25 to receive 25 free listings (~1,500 photos / $500 value) added to your account — no matter which plan you choose.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that compliments your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30 day risk free trial!!!

My Good Woman
AI Series Day 7 | 12 Days of AI. The 5-Minute AI Brain Dump Female Founders Use to Stop Waking Up Overwhelmed at 3am

My Good Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 5:57


Send us a textWhen your mental to-do list is a full-blown swirl of chaos, you don't need more time—you need a system.This one clears the clutter in under five minutes.47 tabs open in your brain? Dump them into AI and let it hand back a clean, prioritized plan. This founder-tested workflow turns overwhelm into action in five minutes flat.In Day 7 of 12 Days of AI Quick Wins, Dawn walks you through a chaos-clearing ritual every founder needs: the AI Brain Dump. If you've ever felt frozen by too many ideas, responsibilities, and decisions, this tool separates signal from noise. All you need is two minutes of stream-of-consciousness typing and one prompt—and you'll walk away with a focused to-do list and a calmer mind.Your Day 7 Action:Next time your brain is buzzing, take two minutes to dump your thoughts into ChatGPT.Then use today's organizing prompt to turn the mess into momentum.You'll be surprised how fast clarity returns when your brain stops juggling 47 things.Key Takeaways:Start messy. Don't organize your thoughts—just dump them.Use the Chaos Organizer Prompt to sort tasks into: Action Items, Decisions, Delegate, and Park.AI helps you prioritize based on urgency and effort—no more guessing what matters.Only do three things. Once your list is sorted, pick your top 3. That's your day.Mental load = lifted. You think. AI organizes. You act.Resources & Links:Get the full 12 Days of AI Quick Wins Toolkit – just $7Register FREE for the Day 13 Live AI Implementation Party – win a 90-minute Strategy IntensiveRelated Episodes:Day 1: Stop Overthinking ChatGPT: Free vs. $20—Which One Actually Matters for FoundersDay 2: The 3 AI Prompts Every Female Founder Needs in Her PhoneDay 3: Why ChatGPT Sounds Like a Robot (And the One Sentence That Fixes It)Day 4: AI Email Triage: End Inbox Overwhelm in 5 MinutesDay 5: The 5-Minute Meeting Prep AI Hack That Makes You Look Totally PreparedDay 6: Stop Rewriting Everything AI Writes: The 10-Minute Voice Training for FoundersWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Coordinated
304. December 2025 - Monthly Action Items

Coordinated

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 13:11


This week, Abby and Karli are unwrapping December's must-dos faster than Santa can load a sleigh. With list-checking, cheer-spreading, and year-end tidying, this episode is packed like the perfect stocking. Press Play now for merry momentum on this episode of…Coordinated.Learn more about AP world language and culture revisions launching at the earliest, in the 2026-27 school year.-----Watch the AP Coordinator: Back-to-School Workshop videos on-demand. There is one video for those who are new to the role, and one for experienced AP coordinators.Watch the Coordinated podcast on YouTube.Subscribe to the AP Coordinator Experience YouTube Channel.Bookmark the AP Coordinator Experience webpage.Download the AP Coordinator Academic Calendar (2025-26).Watch this video series on how to use AP Registration and Ordering.Join the AP Coordinator Community. Read up at the AP Coordinator Resource Library. Podcast theme song, “Good as Gold,” courtesy of former AP Music Theory student, Jackie Rae.

Mind of a Millionaire
EP:171 - November Investment Insights (Government Shutdown, Tech Bets, and Year-End Tips)

Mind of a Millionaire

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 39:13


Advisors and co-hosts Zachary Bouck, CIMA®, CFP®, and Austyn Garcia, recap our November 2025 portfolio meeting, discussing what happened in the markets over the last month, our approach to traditional asset allocation (cash, fixed-income, equities, and alternatives), and our general outlook for the next 6-12 months in the markets.  0:00 – Introduction 0:54 – Action Items 1:55 – Mortgage Rates & Refinancing Tips 3:01 – October Market Recap & Federal Reserve Updates 4:36 – Government Shutdown: Impacts on Markets & Travel 6:38 – Data Reliability During Shutdowns 8:58 – Tech Stocks, Valuations & Michael Burry's Bet 14:07 – The Role of AI & The Future of Work 19:09 – End-of-Year Investment Startegies 25:23 – Direct Indexing & Diversification 27:41 – Opportunities Beyond Tech: Materials & Other Sectors 35:40 – Closing Thoughts Visit www.denverwealthmanagement.com to schedule a free consultation. 

Ruth Institute Podcast
How Coping with Infertility Changed My Life | Ann M. Koshute & Fr. Paul Varchola West | Dr. J Show

Ruth Institute Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 96:11


We look at the hidden emotional and spiritual challenges of infertility and how Springs in the Desert accompanies couples carrying this cross. The guests share the ministry's origins, the grief and identity struggles many couples face, the different ways men and women process infertility, and the need for compassionate pastoral care. They also explain how community, faith, and a focus on Christ—not just conception—help couples find hope, healing, and a sense of fruitfulness in their marriages. Ann M. Koshute, MTS, is co-founder and Executive Director of Springs in the Desert, a Catholic ministry offering spiritual and emotional support to women and couples carrying the cross of infertility and loss. A graduate of the Pontifical John Paul II Institute, she and her husband Keith are Byzantine Catholics living in Central Pennsylvania. Ann speaks at conferences and retreats, contributes regularly to Eastern Catholic Life, and has written for Ascension Press's Catechism in a Year Companion and daily Scripture reflections; in 2021 she was appointed to the USCCB's Advisory Council. Fr. Paul Varchola West, Spiritual Father for Springs in the Desert, was ordained a Byzantine Catholic priest in 2020 and serves as pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Levittown, Pennsylvania. A columnist for Eastern Catholic Life, he was appointed Director of Deacons for the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Passaic in 2025. He and his wife Alissa, married in 2009, enjoy music, the outdoors, and life with their two children—blessings that came after many years of prayers and infertility treatments. http://www.springsinthedesert.org Facebook: @Springs in the Desert Instagram: @springsinthedesert_ ​The Springs in the Desert Podcast: https://springsinthedesert.org/podcast/  00:00 Introduction to Springs in the Desert 05:24 The Journey of Infertility and Founding the Ministry 08:33 Understanding Byzantine Catholicism and Spiritual Leadership 11:22 The Role of Spiritual Support in Infertility 14:11 Navigating Medical and Spiritual Aspects of Infertility 17:16 The Emotional Landscape of Infertility 20:23 Programs and Resources Offered by Springs in the Desert 23:25 The Importance of Community and Shared Experiences 26:30 Addressing Grief and Loss in Infertility 29:19 The Unique Perspectives of Men and Women in Infertility 32:46 Navigating Emotional Responses in Marriage 38:56 The Role of the Church in Supporting Infertility 49:51 Addressing Pregnancy Loss and Grief 54:24 Understanding Identity Beyond Infertility 01:02:01 The Temptation of Objectification in Relationships 01:04:54 The Struggle with Self-Absorption and Spirituality 01:08:37 The Urgency of Infertility Ministry Today 01:11:53 Changing the Conversation Around Infertility 01:16:33 Normalizing Infertility in Young Education 01:21:58 The Importance of Connection and Community 01:25:18 Action Items for Supporting Couples Facing Infertility 01:35:23 Real Estate Commercial  Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Have a question or a comment? Leave it in the comments, and we'll get back to you! Watch the full episode, uncensored, on Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/Theruthinstitute Subscribe to our YouTube playlist:  @RuthInstitute   Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/theruthinstitute https://twitter.com/RuthInstitute https://www.facebook.com/TheRuthInstitute/ https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/newsfeed Press: NC Register: https://www.ncregister.com/author/jennifer-roback-morse Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com/profile/jennifer-roback-morse The Stream: https://stream.org/author/jennifer-roback-morse/ Crisis Magazine: https://crisismagazine.com/author/jennifer-roeback-morse Father Sullins' Reports on Clergy Sexual Abuse: https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-centers/father-sullins-research/ Buy Dr. Morse's Books: The Sexual State: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/the-sexual-state-2/ Love and Economics: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/love-and-economics-it-takes-a-family-to-raise-a-village/ Smart Sex: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/smart-sex-finding-life-long-love-in-a-hook-up-world/ 101 Tips for a Happier Marriage: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/101-tips-for-a-happier-marriage/ 101 Tips for Marrying the Right Person: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/101-tips-for-marrying-the-right-person/ Listen to our podcast:  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ruth-institute-podcast/id309797947 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1t7mWLRHjrCqNjsbH7zXv1 Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Get the full interview by joining us for exclusive, uncensored content on Locals: https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/support

The Hours
Mailbag Episode (Youth Spacing, Assistant Roles, and Disruptive Defense)

The Hours

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 58:43


Join Mark and Tyler for a special Mailbag episode of The Hours podcast! Celebrating over 600 members in the Savvy Basketball community, they tackle listener-submitted "smart questions" that show effort and application. This episode dives deep into coaching philosophy, from youth development to high-level defensive strategy, emphasizing principles over prescribed plays and function over form.Get ready for an in-depth discussion on how to teach modern basketball, why reacting to your opponent means you've already lost, and how to improve shooting effectively mid-season.

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
How A Periodontist Saves Teeth At A Multi-Location Practice!

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 12:32


Episode Summary: This tipisode from "A Tale of Two Hygienists" features Dr. Sadie, a periodontist from Maryland, sharing insights on the implementation of Perio Protect in her multi-specialty practice. Hosted by Tanya Dunlap, the conversation delves into the evolution of Perio Protect's role in patient care, how its usage has expanded across multiple locations, and the impact on patients' outcomes and retention. **In Partnership with PerioProtect visit http://www.Perioprotect.com   Key Topics Discussed: Introduction to Perio Protect: How Dr. Sadie was introduced to Perio Protect and her initial experiences after a colleague recommended it in 2018. Implementing Perio Protect: Transition from selective case usage to a comprehensive protocol adopted across five practice locations. Benefits and Expanded Applications: Improvements in patient outcomes such as reduced bleeding, better pocket depths, and successful management of difficult cases (like unknown gum etiologies and patients on seizure medications). Patient Motivation and Maintenance: Discussion on how seeing improvements with Perio Protect motivates patients to maintain better oral hygiene, leading to long-term gum health and even saving teeth from extraction. Use with Implant Patients: Evolution from using Perio Protect only for cases of peri-implantitis to proactively recommending it for all implant maintenance. Case Presentation Tips: Dr. Sadie shares strategies to introduce Perio Protect to patients—including using testimonial videos and explaining the science behind hydrogen peroxide as an adjunctive tool. Notable Quotes: "I thought it was just for scaling and root planings, maybe just hygiene patients. But as I started seeing positive results...I started implementing it for all my perio patients." — Dr. Sadie "It's motivating...for the patients to see that." — Dr. Sadie "The hardest part for clinicians who are just getting started with Perio Protect is case presentation."  Action Items for Listeners: Consider how adjunctive therapy like Perio Protect can enhance your workflow and patient outcomes. Use patient testimonials and clear explanations to boost case acceptance. Subscribe and visit the podcast website for more tips and updates! Connect With Us: Follow the Podcast and guests on social media, subscribe for updates, and sign up for the newsletter at the podcast website! Production Credits: A Tale of Two Hygienists, brought to you by Endeavor Business Media. Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to subscribe and join us for the next tipisode.

The Hours
The Problem with Coaching Clinics & How We're Solving It

The Hours

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 40:40


Join Mark Cascio, Claire Murphy, and Tyler as they dissect what's wrong with most traditional coaching clinics and celebrate the success of their first-ever annual SAVI Coaching Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona! They share why their clinic was so impactful, from deep, intentional conversations to a focus on holistic, identity-based coaching over simple X's and O's.Then, the "Dream Team" breaks down key takeaways from running a youth basketball practice together, offering immediate, high-value action items you can apply to make your practices more effective, engaging, and transformational. Learn how to be "messy" with high standards and why the preparation and debrief are the most important parts of your coaching week. #SAVIcoach SAVI Basketball 7-Day Free Trial: https://www.skool.com/savi-coach/about

The Chris LoCurto Show
651 | Letting Go of Control: How Mike Learned to Lead Without Carrying It All

The Chris LoCurto Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 38:02


If you've ever felt like the only one holding your business together, this episode is for you. Mike Rawlings, owner of Atlanta Painting Company, once believed carrying it all made him a good leader... until it nearly broke him.Hear how he learned to delegate, build trust, and lead without losing control. This conversation will help you break free from overfunctioning and discover what healthy, effective leadership really looks like.Our Guest: Mike Rawlings (00:02:04)Meet Mike Rawlings, business owner and leader, sharing his journey from burnout to breakthrough.When Carrying It All Becomes a Burden, Not a Badge (00:03:14)How striving to do everything yourself becomes a leadership liability.The Real Reasons We Resist Delegation (00:09:17)Why delegation feels risky and how to do it right without losing control.Breaking the Cycle of Leadership Overload (00:14:51)The turning point: how structure, process, and consistency changed everything.What Healthy Leadership Looks Like After the Shift (00:21:31)Freedom and growth happen when you stop doing and start developing others.Why Coaching Was the Game-Changer (00:26:00)How coaching helped Mike see blind spots and lead with greater clarity.Action Items (00:30:21)Four practical steps to stop carrying it all and start leading well.Additional Resources (00:33:20)Listen to Episode 634: The Cost of Doing It Alone for more insights.Next-Level Leadership LIVE Event 2026 (00:33:43)A transformational event to help you lead with clarity and connection.Conclusion (00:36:08)The first step out of overload isn't working harder, it's thinking differently.

The Hours
The Most Important Coaching Skill Revealed: Controversial Call! The Final Debate:

The Hours

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 32:54


Mark and Tyler from are back to finish the "Building the Best Coach" tournament bracket and decide which attribute is the undisputed champion of coaching excellence! In this jam-packed finale, the hosts complete the first round with debates that pit System Design against High Energy, and Recruiting against Player Roles.The competition quickly whittles down to the "Core Four" of coaching excellence—a grouping that shifts the conversation from bracket fun to a serious discussion about the foundations of a powerful program culture. Get ready for a controversial upset where Relationships challenge High Standards, and an intense championship debate that separates the short game from the long game. Don't miss the final, hard-fought pick for the single most valuable skill a coach can possess!

Coordinated
300. November 2025 - Monthly Action Item

Coordinated

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 12:00


November's here, the final ordering deadline is near, and Abby and Karli are bringing the cheer! They've got your checklist, your action items, and your back. Press Play now for your friendly reminder that you've totally got this on…Coordinated.Be sure to check out the 2025-26 AP Coordinator Checklist on pages 15-21 of the AP Coordinator's Manual, Part 1.-----Chat it up with fellow AP coordinators on Chat with a Coordinator.Watch the AP Coordinator: Back-to-School Workshop videos on-demand. There is one video for those who are new to the role, and one for experienced AP coordinators.Watch the Coordinated podcast on YouTube.Subscribe to the AP Coordinator Experience YouTube Channel.Bookmark the AP Coordinator Experience webpage.Download the AP Coordinator Academic Calendar (2025-26).Watch this video series on how to use AP Registration and Ordering.Join the AP Coordinator Community. Read up at the AP Coordinator Resource Library. Podcast theme song, “Good as Gold,” courtesy of former AP Music Theory student, Jackie Rae.

BOSS Business of Surgery Series
Ep. 205 Moral Courage in Medicine with Dr. Jessica Bunin

BOSS Business of Surgery Series

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 38:35


Moral Courage in Medicine — Leading with Integrity at Every Level Guest: Dr. Jessica Bunin Host: Dr. Amy Vertrees, The BOSS Business of Surgery Series Podcast

Ecomm Breakthrough
Throwback: Unlocking the Secrets to Dominating Amazon Sales - A Live Strategy Audit!

Ecomm Breakthrough

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 15:55


In this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast, host Josh Hadley conducts a live strategy audit with eCommerce brand owner Charlie Mckenzie. They discuss advanced Amazon sales strategies, including keyword optimization, targeted PPC and product targeting ads, and leveraging Google Ads to custom Amazon Store pages for higher conversions. Josh emphasizes the importance of product innovation, catalog expansion, and understanding customer intent. Charlie receives actionable advice on improving ad efficiency, refining product listings, and sourcing new product ideas from platforms like Etsy. The episode offers practical tips for boosting Amazon performance and sustainable brand growth.Chapters:Introduction and Brand Overview (00:00:00)Josh introduces Charlie and outlines the brand's focus on a single main product with size variations.Keyword Research and Organic Ranking (00:01:05)Discussion on keyword research, current rankings, and strategies to move up to top organic positions.Amazon PPC and Product Targeting Ads (00:02:07)Advice on using PPC, especially exact match campaigns and product targeting ads against same-color competitors.Leveraging Google Ads and Storefront Landing Pages (00:03:11)Strategy for using Google Ads to drive traffic to custom Amazon store landing pages to improve conversions.Reducing Competitor Distraction and Conversion Optimization (00:04:41)Importance of removing competitor distractions on landing pages to increase conversion rates from external traffic.Charlie's Takeaways and Action Items (00:05:40)Charlie shares his main takeaways, including storefront creation and renewed focus on product targeting campaigns.Testing and Optimizing Product Targeting (00:06:51)Guidance on setting rules for product targeting ads and turning off underperforming campaigns.Product Innovation and Brand Expansion (00:07:34)Discussion on the importance of ongoing product launches and not relying solely on “home run” products.Marketplace Research and Arbitrage Opportunities (00:09:49)Charlie discusses using marketplace research and arbitrage to identify new product opportunities.Finding Trends Outside Amazon (00:10:48)Advice to look for trending products on other platforms (Etsy, DTC sites) and bring them to Amazon.Keyword Research and Listing Optimization (00:12:06)Charlie emphasizes his focus on keyword analytics and listing optimization for organic ranking.Focusing on Customer Needs in Sales Copy (00:12:53)Advice to highlight the root problem the product solves, not just compare features with competitors.Actionable Strategies Recap (00:13:46)Summary of key strategies: product innovation, customer-focused sales copy, and price testing for profit.Closing Remarks (00:15:47)Final thanks and well wishes as the episode concludes.Links and Mentions:Tools and Websites  Amazon PPC (Pay-Per-Click Advertising) Google Ads Amazon Store Builder Data Dive Podcast Episodes  Tyler Gregg of Ampd on LinkedIn  Transcripts:Josh 00:00:00  Welcome to the Econ Breakthrough Podcast. I'm your host, Josh Hadley, where I interview the top business leaders in ecommerce. Today I'm speaking with Charlie Mckenzie, and we have recorded a live strategy audit session for you today. Charlie, welcome to the podcast. Thank you very much for having me on, Josh. I'm excited to be here. Awesome. At this point with Charlie Charlie's brand, he's got one skew. Well, he's got multiple skews because he's got some size variations in there, but he's got one product that is generating the sales for this brand. One of the first things that we looked at, for your brand, Charlie, was keyword research. And you're doing a great job of implementing the right search terms in your product title. In fact, you're crushing, you know, the competition in terms of the exact match keywords that you've got implemented in your title, and therefore you're actually ranked on the first page for many of those keywords. However, you're not in the top five positions right on most of those keywords.Josh 00:01:05  And so we then went through and discussed. All right. So what are some strategies that we can employ to. You've already got traction. You're obviously indexed for some of these big keywords. How do you move them up into that 1 to 5. You know organic ranking position? One of the things that we talked about was PPC. And Charlie, you know, you've started dipping your toes in the PPC waters. Initially we talked actually a couple of months ago, and you were not running ads on Amazon. And, you know, I told you like, hey, you should definitely start running some ads on Amazon because it is going to impact your organic ranking. You've been dabbling a little bit in that. My recommendation to you from our session was that, you know, create some exact match, keyword campaigns for those keywords that you're trying to rank for number one. But then number two, one of the things that we've found a lot of success with in our business is product targeting ads on Amazon.Josh 00:02:07  And so rather than just throwing it up against because with your particular product, there's there's other competitors that have different design variations, right. And so rather than just saying, hey, mine's beige, I'm going to go advertise on this pink one or this blue one. You the customer that's looking for a pink, product. They have a specific thought in mind. Right. Same thing. If somebody's looking for blue, like there's a reason why they clicked on the blue listing. So when it comes to setting up your product targeting ad campaigns, one of the things I would definitely recommend is only targeting those competitors that have the exact same color that you have, and you're going to get better performance that way. And what Amazon loves to see is if you can steal sales from those competitor listings, you will shoot ahead of them, on the organic ranking side, and that will allow you to increase your ranking a little bit faster there. In addition to that, we talked about some external marketing that you could be using and that is Google Ads.Josh 00:03:11  I know you've tested this in the past, had about a 200% ACOs there, which isn't great, obviously, but we talked about an additional tactic that you could use that could increase that performance because Amazon is definitely rewarding external traffic, right? in my prior one of the prior podcast episodes, we had Tyler Gregg of Amped on the episode, and he shared some fantastic strategies of how to create Google ads and the best way to maximize, you know, the return on investment on those. One of the big takeaways from that episode is that rather than just driving traffic to your current Amazon detail page, it's going to be better to create a store landing page for yourself. But in that store landing page, you recreate almost the exact way that your detail page looks on Amazon, and there's a specific section on the store builder page that allows you to basically recreate that detail page. That's exactly what you're going to want to do. And the beauty of driving that traffic to your store landing page that is literally identical to your detail page, is that you're able to remove all of your competitors because one of the tips, or I guess, one of the statistics that Tyler shared ...

Mind of a Millionaire
EP:170 - October Investment Insights

Mind of a Millionaire

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 42:01


Advisors and co-hosts Zachary Bouck, CIMA®, CFP®, and Austyn Garcia, recap our October 2025 portfolio meeting, discussing what happened in the markets over the last month, our approach to traditional asset allocation (cash, fixed-income, equities, and alternatives), and our general outlook for the next 6-12 months in the markets.  0:00 – Introduction 2:20 – Action Items 3:03 – Charitable Giving & Tax Strategies 4:33 – Market Overview & Recent Trends 7:05 – Investor Behavior & Market Pullbacks 12:57 – Risk Tolerance & Investment Strategies 16:15 – Potential Causes for Market Pullbacks 22:35 – Opportunities in Tech & Robotics 25:51 – The Future of Jobs & AI Impact 37:07 – Closing Thoughts Visit www.denverwealthmanagement.com to schedule a free consultation. 

Thrivetime Show | Business School without the BS
Clay Clark Reviews | "I Love Clay He Is Hilarious. He Makes It Real Practical. Traction Gaining Action Items...I'm Serious. I Highly Recommend It." + Join Eric Trump At Clay Clark's Dec. 4-5 ThrivetimeShow.com Business Conference

Thrivetime Show | Business School without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 45:23


Want to Start or Grow a Successful Business? Schedule a FREE 13-Point Assessment with Clay Clark Today At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com   Join Clay Clark's Thrivetime Show Business Workshop!!! Learn Branding, Marketing, SEO, Sales, Workflow Design, Accounting & More. **Request Tickets & See Testimonials At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com  **Request Tickets Via Text At (918) 851-0102   See the Thousands of Success Stories and Millionaires That Clay Clark Has Helped to Produce HERE: https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/testimonials/ Download A Millionaire's Guide to Become Sustainably Rich: A Step-by-Step Guide to Become a Successful Money-Generating and Time-Freedom Creating Business HERE: www.ThrivetimeShow.com/Millionaire   See Thousands of Case Studies Today HERE: www.thrivetimeshow.com/does-it-work/  

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 100 - Success, Failure and Everything In-Between. But Mostly, Gratitude. 100 episodes!

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 73:56


(Easter Egg for "fans" in this episode! Listen deep into this show to find out the original name of this podcast!) Can you believe we made it to 100?!?!?!? Reed and Mark sit down together and reflect on the previous 99 episodes of Upmarket Pod. It's INSANE that we've even made it this far! They guys also catch us on what's been going with Upmarket over the summer and fall and introduce listeners to Molly, the newest member of the Upmarket Family.Friends, it's not just Mark and Reed who've brought you 100 episodes of this show. First and foremost we need to thank Producer Chelsea, who has been with us the whole way (except for episode 100, when she got sick last-minute lol.) Also, we need to shout-out the rest of the Upmarket Crew, Marco (who edited a bunch of the early episodes), Nikki, Cory, Dary, and Bethany, who has been our amazing editor for years now. Extra-special thanks to all our sponsors, especially Aryeo who has been with us from Day 1. Thank you as well, to SecondFloor, iGUIDE, Fotello and PixlCRM!!!! Most of all though, we need to thank our viewers and listeners. The community around this show is what keeps us going. It has been our honor to take this journey with you all. To give thanks, we present you with two new Action Items at the end of the show!The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code "Upmarket" at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floorplans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can use the code UPMARKET at checkout and any new subscriber will get a 1 month free trial.Go to Fotello.co to check out Fotello, an ethically sourced AI photo editor. Try it for free and if you end up signing up, use the code UPMARKET25 to receive 25 free listings (~1,500 photos / $500 value) added to your account — no matter which plan you choose.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that compliments your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30 day risk free trial!!!

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media
Ep. 99 - Feel The Burn(out) with Cheyenne Crawford. Road to PMRE 2025 #8.

Upmarket: The Business of Real Estate Photography & Media

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 59:47 Transcription Available


It's Cheyenne Crawford week on Upmarket!!!! She sits down with Reed to talk about building her business and the burnout that came with it. Cheyenne details how she conquered those dark feelings and brought her professional and personal lives to a place where they're thriving. Cheyenne is one of the most interesting and charismatic people in the REP and built a very strong business at a very young age. She also shares with us a killer IG hack as her Action Item, so stick around until the end of the show!Go to pmreconference.com for all the details on PMRE 2025 is November 18-20th at Palms Las Vegas. The Photography and Media for Real Estate conference will be better than ever this year!Upmarket Pod is once again, beyond excited to partner with iGUIDE to bring you our exclusive Road to PMRE 2025 series of Upmarket episodes.We also announce the 2025 iGUIDE Tour to PMRE Grand Prize Sweepstakes Winner!!!!! Upmarket is proud to be the official podcast of PMRE!The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is Aryeo, the best place to help grow and manage your Real Estate Media business. Use the code "Upmarket" at aryeo.com to get 15 free bonus listings with any new account.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floorplans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can use the code UPMARKET at checkout and any new subscriber will get a 1 month free trial.Go to Fotello.co to check out Fotello, an ethically sourced AI photo editor. Try it for free and if you end up signing up, use the code UPMARKET25 to receive 25 free listings (~1,500 photos / $500 value) added to your account — no matter which plan you choose.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that compliments your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30 day risk free trial!!!

Coordinated
296. October 2025 - Monthly Action Items

Coordinated

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 14:20


October's here with pumpkins, plans, and plenty to do—Karli and Abby are ready to squash the stress and make planning a treat. Press Play now for fall-friendly deadline prep made delightful on this episode of…Coordinated.-----Chat it up with fellow AP coordinators on Chat with a Coordinator.Watch the AP Coordinator: Back-to-School Workshop videos on-demand. There is one video for those who are new to the role, and one for experienced AP coordinators.Watch the Coordinated podcast on YouTube.Subscribe to the AP Coordinator Experience YouTube Channel.Bookmark the AP Coordinator Experience webpage.Download the AP Coordinator Academic Calendar (2025-26).Watch this video series on how to use AP Registration and Ordering.Join the AP Coordinator Community. Read up at the AP Coordinator Resource Library. Podcast theme song, “Good as Gold,” courtesy of former AP Music Theory student, Jackie Rae.

The Health Ranger Report
Brighteon Broadcast News, Aug 15, 2025 – BREAKTHROUGHS in natural 5G protection and sunlight-activated nutrition

The Health Ranger Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 173:55


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