Podcasts about adding value

We are very fortunate to have an amazing community of people around us who are happy to come and chat to us on the Bookkeeper Podcast. Today, we're joined by Bogdan Uzbekov from Apron. With AI rapidly changing the landscape, Apron is at the forefront, helping users streamline their processes and enhance their efficiency. Join us as we explore how Apron is transforming the bookkeeper experience and empowering professionals to focus on what truly matters. Connect with Bogdan & Apron! ➡️ https://getapron.com/ Sessions available to watch ➡️ https://www.6figurebookkeeper.com/ ----------------------------------------------- About us We're Jo and Zoe and we help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build profitable businesses they love. Find out about working with us in The Bookkeepers' Collective, at: 6figurebookkeeper.com/collective ----------------------------------------------- About our Sponsor This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Get 90% off your first 6 months by visiting: https://xero5440.partnerlinks.io/6figurebookkeeper ----------------------------------------------- Promotion This video contains paid promotion. ----------------------------------------------- Disclaimer The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Bookkeeper AI Shift 00:00:44 - About Apron 00:01:40 - Apron's Role in Modern Business 00:03:41 - Introduction to William.ai 00:05:31 - William.ai and the Future of Bookkeeping 00:08:45 - How William.ai Works 00:11:37 - Benefits of William.ai 00:12:51 - Future Plans for William.ai 00:15:06 - The Evolution of Large Language Models 00:15:06 - Adding Value in the Age of AI 00:16:32 - Adapting to Rapid Technological Changes 00:17:39 - The Challenge of Navigating Technological Noise 00:18:03 - The Advantage of Being a Nimble Tech Startup 00:18:40 - Solving Real Problems with AI 00:19:27 - The Role of Bookkeepers in the AI Age 00:23:24 - The Importance of Understanding and Utilizing Software 00:28:05 - Stepping into Advisory 00:30:14 - The Value of AI in Bookkeeping 00:31:39 - The Importance of Pricing and Value Perception 00:31:57 - The Complexity of Client Relationships 00:32:17 - The Role of Bookkeepers in Value Creation 00:33:04 - Future of the Industry and Rapid Technological Changes 00:33:34 - The Importance of Staying Agile in Business 00:34:56 - The Future of AI and the Uncertainty it Brings 00:37:04 - The Need for Open-mindedness and Focus in the AI Age 00:37:47 - Closing Remarks and Contact Information #bookkeeper

"Whatever you put your hand to do, do it with all your might." Today's guest, Jason Jaggard, talks about the power of generosity. There are times in our lives when we may be called to be generous with our resources. When you see firsthand how beautiful it is to give, you'll also see an influx of how people come to pick your brain. So how do you know when are where to invest your time? You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast   In this episode, you'll discover…  Being in the room with the right people. (2:28) Spiritual Generosity. (7:15)  What is a meta performer? (14:33) A coach is a capacity trainer (26:39)   Jason's Bio:  Jason Jaggard is an entrepreneur, coach, & author dedicated to inspiring the world to pursue nobility. His work has been translated into over 50 languages and featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Market Watch, Under30CEO, The Global Leadership Network, and Chief Executive Magazine.    He is the founder and CEO of Novus Global, a community of elite executive coaches pursuing coaching mastery together, serving the world's best leaders and teams to go beyond high performance. Jason is also the co-founder of The Meta Performance Institute, a non-traditional incubator for world-class coaching, leadership, and management.    He is the executive producer and primary host for the award-winning Beyond High Performance Podcast, featuring interviews with world-class executive coaches along with billionaires, NYT bestselling authors, business leaders, professional athletes, activists, and award-winning entertainers. His first book, Spark: Transform Your World One Risk at a Time, can be found wherever books are sold. Learn more here.   What's Next?  NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE!

Discover how to break the mold of podcast monetization with Adam Schaeuble, host of Podcasting Business School, as he joins Niall Mackay for a transformative discussion.In this episode, Adam and Niall challenge traditional podcast monetization strategies and unveil innovative approaches to turning your podcast into a profitable venture. Learn how Adam revolutionized his own podcast's revenue potential and gain fresh insights to maximize your podcast's profitability.Key Listening Points:Building a Sellable Asset (00:18:13): Strategies for creating a podcast that becomes a valuable asset.Why Sponsorship Isn't Always Lucrative (00:24:00): Exploring why conventional sponsorship deals may not be the best revenue source.Most Effective Monetization Techniques (00:27:18): Discover alternative and impactful methods to monetize your podcast.Leveraging Expert Positioning (00:36:10): How positioning yourself as an expert enhances both confidence and sales.Adding Value and Networking (00:39:03): The importance of building relationships and adding value to your audience for successful monetization.Tune in to unlock new revenue streams and elevate your podcasting journey!And if you'd like to be featured on a future episode, be sure to follow the link below to leave me a message. So, if you're ready to take your podcast to the next level and give it the perfect name, be sure to tune in to Smarter Podcasting.Leave a message for me!Send us Fan MailEmail me (niall@sevenmillionbikes.com) or contact me on Seven Million Bikes Podcasts Facebook or Instagram to book your free Podcast Audit!Thanks to James Mastroianni from The Wrong Side Of Hollywood for the endorsement!Sign up for Descript now!Need a stunning new logo for your brand? Or maybe a short animation?Whatever you need, you can find it on Fiverr.I've been using Fiverr for years for everything from ordering YouTube thumbnails, translation services, keyword research, writing SEO articles to Canva designs and more!Send us Fan MailEmail me (niall@sevenmillionbikes.com) or contact me on Seven Million Bikes Podcasts Facebook or Instagram to book your free Podcast Audit!Thanks to James Mastroianni from The Wrong Side Of Hollywood for the endorsement! Sign up for Descript now! Need a stunning new logo for your brand? Or maybe a short animation?Whatever you need, you can find it on Fiverr.I've been using Fiverr for years for everything from ordering YouTube thumbnails, translation services, keyword research, writing SEO articles to Canva designs and more!

In honor of the 2026 Real Estate Gala, we're throwing the podcast back to our 2025 interview with none other than Don Tepman, Founder of TownCentre Capital and creator of StripMallGuy. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with top CRE professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate.    In this episode of The Crexi Podcast, hosted by Shanti Ryle, Don Tepman shares his career trajectory from unexpectedly entering commercial real estate to becoming a prominent figure both in the market and on social media.  Don reveals his journey of managing and investing in strip malls, adding value to properties, and building meaningful relationships with tenants and investors. Additionally, he discusses his influential social media presence, the creation of the 'Strip Mall Guy' brand, and its impact on his business. The episode also delves into the upcoming Strip Mall Guy Gala and its significance in the commercial real estate community. Welcome to the Crexi Podcast Meet Don Tepman: The Strip Mall Guy Don's Early Career and First Deal Learning the Business: Mentorship and Growth Creative Problem Solving in Real Estate The Evolution of Don's Investment Strategy Analyzing and Adding Value to Properties Building Relationships with Brokers Fair Market Rent and Tenant Relations Tenant Improvement Allowances and Win-Win Strategies The Strip Mall Guy Brand The Impact of Social Media on Real Estate The Gala: Celebrating Community and Success Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts     About Don Tepman: Don Tepman runs TownCentreCapital, a real estate fund he founded which focuses on buying neighborhood strip centers throughout the United States. He also runs the 'StripMallGuy' account on social media, which has approximately 325,000 followers across three platforms, and has become a primary dealflow source.  Mr. Tepman started his career in 2002, and led his first strip center purchase in 2006.  He has completed 45 purchases, and raised over $150M in LP capital.  Now based in New York City, Mr. Tepman graduated from Santa Clara University with a Finance degree, and grew up in Cupertino, CA For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

Edwin Noreña is a fourth-generation farmer and coffee innovator, leading Finca Campo Hermoso in Colombia. The farm is known for its experimental coffees, with Edwin himself developing a co-fermentation technique inspired by the craft beer industry. We caught him at MICE2026 to talk “co-fermented” vs “infused” coffee, as well as hops in coffee processing, and the complications that come with bringing co-ferments into the mainstream.  If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee! Campo Hermoso: https://www.instagram.com/campohermoso_coffeefarms/  CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction & Why Experimental Coffee is Trending 02:30 Campo Hermoso & The R&D Approach to Coffee 05:10 Co-Fermented vs Infused Coffee Explained 06:45 Multi-Stage Fermentation & Using Hops 10:40 Fermentation Science (Yeast, Anaerobic, Lactic) 12:00 Adding Value at Origin 14:00 Extreme Flavours & Market Trends 18:00 Quality vs Co-Fermented Coffee Debate 21:30 Consistency Challenges in Experimental Processing 25:30 Can Big Brands Scale Co-Fermented Coffee? 27:45 Future of Coffee Innovation 29:00 Final Thoughts & Where to Find Edwin's Coffee Want more coffee content?  IT'S JUST COFFEE: https://linktr.ee/itsjustcoffeepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=4e8cead0-6644-4c4a-b419-28c825b1b236 Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Proudly sponsored by: Marco Beverage Systems: https://www.instagram.com/marcobeveragesystems/  Apax Lab: https://apaxlab.com/ Condesa Co.Lab: https://condesacolab.com.au/   Riverina Fresh: https://www.riverinafresh.com.au/ Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melinda Jennison balances being a mum of three, an entrepreneur and a nationally recognised professional investment advisor. Born and raised in Brisbane, Jennison has been investing and building businesses with her now husband since she was just 18, and is an avid believer of adding value herself to her investments before selling them off.In this episode of Property Investory, you will hear why she got started in the industry, how she manages running her own business, as well as the highs and lows of her journey so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melinda Jennison balances being a mum of three, an entrepreneur and a nationally recognised professional investment advisor. Born and raised in Brisbane, Jennison has been investing and building businesses with her now husband since she was just 18, and is an avid believer of adding value herself to her investments before selling them off.In this episode of Property Investory, you will hear why she got started in the industry, how she manages running her own business, as well as the highs and lows of her journey so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the past three years LILO Desserts has been working with growers across the country to use tonnes of this fruit in its New Zealand-made frozen cheesecakes. Founder of LILO Desserts Russell Haines spoke to Corin Dann.

Tim McKey is not a lawyer, but he's been inside over 300 plaintiff firms, and he sees where lapses in operations mean lost dollars. A CPA by training, Tim and a colleague formed Vista Consulting to help law firms “de-bottleneck.” In this conversation with host Dan Ambrose, Tim describes the journey that led to Vista and how it achieves its mission of helping law firms. Tune in as he reveals the operational mistakes – including intake methods – that could be quietly draining your firm's revenue.Train and Connect with the Titans☑️ Tim McKey | LinkedIn☑️ Vista Consulting | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube☑️ Trial Lawyers University☑️ TLU On Demand Instant access to live lectures, case analysis, and skills training videos☑️ TLU on X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube2026 Programming☑️ Training Witnesses to Transport Themselves and the Jury, April 17-18, Hermos Beach, CA☑️ TLU Trial Skills Training, April 21- 25, Hermosa Beach, CA☑️ Witness Preparation & Direct Examination, May 8 - 9, Hermosa Beach, CA☑️ Dark Arts Trial Craft Bootcamp, May 27 - June 2, Huntington Beach, CA☑️ TLU Beach, June 3-6, Huntington Beach, CAEpisode SnapshotTim McKey spent 18 years with Deloitte before converting his CPA firm into a business consultancy around 1999 when he realized he was "keeping score" but not "affecting the score."Vista Consulting has worked with over 300 plaintiff law firms, getting referrals entirely through word of mouth.Tim outlines key areas that Vista evaluates at every firm: vision, people in the right seats, intake, case management, HR and training, technology, financial reporting, and physical plant — now including AI and tech stack analysis.On Alternative Business Structures (ABS), Tim explains that only Arizona, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., currently allow non-lawyer ownership in law firms, and he believes that model is going by the wayside in favor of the MSO (Managed Service Organization) structure.The MSO model — where a law firm spins out all non-legal personnel and assets into a separate entity that then contracts services back to the firm — allows private equity investment without violating bar ethics rules on non-lawyer ownership.At TLU Beach, Tim will deliver a one-hour lecture about what the top-performing firms in the country do operationally and financially to get more clients and increase case values.Produced and Powered by LawPods

PS Seasoning recently launched four new seasoning blends for commercial meat processors: Pesto Sausage, Curry Sausage, Birria Snack Stick and Candied Jalapeño Jerky. The innovative flavors were Inspired by the company's 2026 Flavor and Consumer Behavior Trends Forecast. In this interview, Alex Betances and Stephanie Neu share insights on what role seasoning can play in a meat or poultry product's value proposition and how unique flavor experiences help drive sales and retain customers.

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Erik LaPaglia⁠, Managing Partner at NextTech Ventures. Erik shares his entrepreneurial journey from corporate broadcasting to launching his own business during the 2008 financial crisis. He discusses his philosophy of adding value, supporting founders, and identifying growth opportunities. The conversation also explores emerging trends in AI, blockchain, and the agent economy, highlighting where future investment opportunities may lie. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Erik LaPaglia, Managing Partner at NextTech Ventures. Erik shares his entrepreneurial journey from corporate broadcasting to launching his own business during the 2008 financial crisis. He discusses his philosophy of adding value, supporting founders, and identifying growth opportunities. The conversation also explores emerging trends in AI, blockchain, and the agent economy, highlighting where future investment opportunities may lie. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This week's Dairy Edge is a special episode as it marks the 500th show of the podcast.  The first episode aired on 11th January 2018, when Emma-Louise Coffey was joined by dairy farmer, John Leahy, and Teagasc ruminant nutritionist, Brian Garry, to discuss preparing for the spring calving season and managing forage supplies.  Since then the podcast audience has grown significantly with the series now surpassing one million listens in total. To mark the milestone, we're taking a look beyond the farm gate to the wider dairy industry with James Dunne speaking to Conor Mulvihill, Director of Dairy Industry Ireland. They discuss the remit of Dairy Industry Ireland withing the wider industry, the current market outlook, what ‘value-added' really means for Irish dairy, the importance of the grass-fed story, and some of the key challenges and opportunities facing the industry. For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

In this episode of Dating Intelligence, Christopher Louis and guest cohost, Jamie Date, explore the intricacies of modern dating, discussing the importance of investing time wisely in relationships, the pros and cons of online dating, and the significance of community in finding meaningful connections. They delve into strategies for building confidence, navigating first dates, and understanding what women truly want from men. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of the friend zone and the importance of authenticity and adding value in relationships. Chapters 00:00 Investing in Relationships 01:14 Introduction to Jamie Date 02:34 Summer Updates and Community Building 03:48 The Pros and Cons of Online Dating 05:40 Finding the Right Social Circles 06:58 Building Confidence and Overcoming Comfort Zones 08:50 First Date Strategies for Success 10:12 The Importance of Fun on Dates 12:34 Setting the Right Atmosphere for Dates 14:25 Shared Experiences and Emotional Resonance 16:39 Navigating Flirting and Connection 20:26 Building Rapport and Connection  23:15 Confidence and Authenticity in Dating 26:04 The Importance of Action and Experience 29:00 Adding Value in Relationships 34:06 What Women Want from Men 40:14 Understanding the Friend Zone 47:31 The Dynamics of Relationships and Community Sponsor: Mentality https://www.datingmentality.com/ Guest Links: Website: https://www.jamiedatecoaching.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiedate/  

Running a feed mill wasn’t part of Ian Middleton’s long-term plan, but it has evolved into a viable and locally-focused business in Sturgeon County, Alta. Middleton owns and operates Manawan Mills, a feed mill operation that processes grain into complete livestock feeds for species ranging from poultry to cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. The mill... Read More

Chris Hutchins, host of the wildly popular All the Hacks podcast, joins us to crack the code on podcast growth. Most creators dream of building a brand, attracting millions of listeners, and monetizing their passion, but Chris has actually done it, transforming his podcast into a powerhouse through meticulous optimization. If you've ever wondered how successful podcasts truly scale beyond the initial buzz, or how to inject startup-level strategic thinking into your creative venture, this episode is a masterclass. Chris reveals the behind-the-scenes tactics that catapulted his show to millions of downloads, sharing the unconventional strategies that maximize reach and impact.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction07:08 The Underrated Power of Networking11:09 Leveraging Your Inner Circle for Connections15:08 Crafting Pitches That Stand Out20:00 The Value of Deep Expertise23:44 Podcast Growth: Beyond the Numbers28:07 Gauging Podcast Potential with Overcast Ads32:20 Strategic Guesting on Other Podcasts37:57 The Art of Asking to Be a Host42:04 Maximizing Value in Podcast Collaborations46:19 The Untapped Potential of Post-Roll Ads51:00 Subsidizing Growth for Maximum Scale54:15 Reinvestment and Strategic Retreats58:24 Optimizing for Leverage, Not Just Revenue1:01:52 Gaming the Podcast Charts1:08:14 Essential Personal Finance Hacks1:10:00 The Ultimate Hotel Upgrade HackIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Learn more about the podcast: https://nathanbarry.com/showFollow Nathan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanbarryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbarryX: https://twitter.com/nathanbarryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenathanbarryshowWebsite: https://nathanbarry.comKit: https://kit.comFollow Chris:Website: https://allthehacks.comX: https://x.com/hutchinsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishutchinsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrishutchinsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chris-hutchinsFeatured in this episode:Kit: https://www.kit.comAll the Hacks: https://allthehacks.comHighlights:02:22 Shifting from Entrepreneur to Creator Identity08:31 The Power Move of Ending a Conversation12:12 Networking by Adding Value to an Inner Circle26:35 Podcast Downloads vs. YouTube Views: Engagement Matters34:04 Treating Your Creator Business Like a Startup45:15 The Strategy of Buying Post-Roll Ads1:08:29 Why You Should Never Leave Cash in a Checking Account

In this conversation, Chris Gittings shares insights on leveraging LinkedIn for relationship building and networking. He emphasizes the importance of adding value in professional interactions and discusses innovative approaches to hosting networking events. The discussion also covers the use of LinkedIn's Sales Navigator for effective outreach and the potential for future collaborations in various industries. Ultimate Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Overview of the Episode 00:01:24 - Background on Chris Gittings and Cogent Connections 00:02:05 - Effective Use of LinkedIn for Relationship Building 00:03:54 - The Importance of Adding Value in Sales 00:07:05 - Chris's Unique Approach to Hosting Events 00:11:16 - Exploring New Industries for Future Events 00:13:23 - Practical Takeaway: Using LinkedIn Sales Navigator 00:19:24 - Closing Remarks and How to Connect with Chris Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-gittings/  Learn More About Accountable Equity:  Visit Us: http://www.accountableequity.com/   Access eBook: https://accountableequity.com/case-study/#register  Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

Welcome to Season 6, Title Talks Listeners! In this episode, Bill Svoboda of CloseSimple shares why title companies must move from adding value to clearly showing it through smarter marketing, simpler messaging, and better customer experiences. A must-listen for title leaders preparing for what's next.

Hormel's Blake Flores shares insights on adding value for foodservice customers. With 70% of restaurant operators reporting hard-to-fill positions and 45% struggling to meet current demand, the foodservice industry is facing unprecedented operational challenges and looking for labor solutions to keep up. Hormel Foods offers insights on emerging trends in labor-efficient technologies, such as pre-cooked and pre-battered product innovations for foodservice, including the company's FLASH 180 Chicken Tenders, which fry from frozen in just three minutes.

It seems like the conversation we have around what can be done for staff to create more value, longevity, etc never gets around to a place where you can look at what you are doing and have done and say, you know what, that's pretty good, that is enough. Honestly it feels weird even typing it because we do want to be always maintaining and cultivating value. Today on Shift Break we will be chatting about when it is ok to look at the things you offer to your staff and say it is enough, when to pick back up the search for more value, and how not to let that natural tension drive you and your business into the ground with fear. Related episodes: SHIFT BREAK! Engaging in the Right Conversations (or how not to accept undue guilt) SHIFT BREAK! Why Following Through is the Key to Better Coffee Shops SHIFT BREAK! Holding Baristas (and Yourself!) Accountable SHIFT BREAK! Adding Value in the Cafe SHIFT BREAK: Adjusting Our View of Labor Cost CONSULTING + COACHING If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min    Thank you to out sponsors! Everything you need for back of the house operations https://rattleware.qualitybystainless.com/   The best and most revered espresso machines on the planet: www.lamarzoccousa.com    

What Most Creators Get Wrong During a Crisis (And How to Do Better) Hey fam we are back! First of all, Happy New Year! I hope you had a great time with family, friends, and maybe some good fireworks like we did. But today… we're diving into something a little deeper. Something happened this weekend... something big... especially for us, our family, and millions of people from my home country, Venezuela. I won't get into all the details here (you can go look it up if you want)... but what really got me thinking wasn't just what happened... it was how people reacted online. The comments. The posts. The anger. The confusion. And yes... even from creators we respect. So in this episode, I'm asking 5 important questions we all need to think about before hitting publish. Especially when things get tense. I'm not here to tell you what to say. I'm not here to talk politics. I just want to share what helped me reflect before we wrote this epside... and maybe help you do the same. You don't have to agree with everything. You just have to be willing to a few things before you post. Let's talk about it. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Why This Episode Matters Now 01:38 – The Triggering Event & Personal Backstory 02:30 – Q1: Why Am I Sharing This? 05:32 – Q2: Am I Informed Enough to Speak on This? 09:40 – Q3: How Could This Message Be Interpreted by Someone Who Disagrees? 14:55 – Q4: Is This Adding to the Noise or Adding Value? 16:50 – Q5: Am I Being Authentic or Just Reactive? 19:48 – Final Reflections: Less Noise, More Clarity 22:01 – A Personal Message About Freedom & Responsibility

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My Guest: Nick Gray is the author of The Two-Hour Cocktail Party and founder of Museum Hack. He's mastered the art of hosting events that strengthen networks and build genuine connections. In this conversation, he shares practical systems for hosting gatherings, why every leader needs a personal website, and lessons learned from his viral blind date trip to Tokyo. The Learning Leader Show Key Learnings Two Great Ice Breaker Questions:  What's a compliment that someone has given you that you've never forgotten about?  If you could teach any class about a topic that you're an expert on, what would it be? The power of a network is real: As a leader, you're probably hiring people regularly or looking for investors. By hosting simple, lightweight meetups or dinner parties, or happy hours once a quarter, you can strengthen your network, build it, and keep those loose connections or weak ties warm. Mix professional and personal contacts: For me, a really boring event would be all work people. Look for occupational diversity. If you're hosting a work event, invite some other random folks who you know are gonna be good conversationalists and add to the energy. Don't reach for the top shelf first. Most important advice for leaders: do not invite your most impressive contact to your very first happy hour or meetup. Your first party should be for your neighbors, the parents of kids at your school, those LinkedIn connections, high school buddies you haven't seen in a while. Your first party should be a comfortable meetup for 15 to 22 people that you host at your home with just cocktails, not a dinner party. Then slowly, once a quarter, you'll be adding more people to it and filtering your list. Collect RSVPs to ensure attendance. New hosts are absolutely terrified that nobody will arrive. As long as you get a minimum of 15 people to show up, your party will generally be a success. Use platforms like Partiful or Mixily (not Paperless Post or Evite) to get people to RSVP, let them know what to expect, and send reminder messages. Ten days before, send a reminder message hyping up the party. About a week before, send another reminder message with a little dossier of who the attendees are. Write something little: "Ryan Hawk hosts a podcast. He wrote a book. He lives in Ohio. Ask him about the ski trip he went on with his family." This serves to make anxious people or socially awkward feel like they're welcome and they have a conversational access point. Practical hosting tips on event day: Label your trash cans and your bathrooms. As people arrive, greet and welcome every single person, and make them a name tag. Write it out right in front of them, first name only. Do not pre-write your name tags. Force collisions through structured activities. Your job as a leader is to go through life collecting the interesting people that you meet and helping them meet each other.  Can you become a connector? One way to be a connector is to host these meetups and force the collisions. Lead two or three rounds of introductions at your meetup. Make a little announcement 30 minutes after it starts: "There are so many interesting people here. I want you all to meet each other. We're gonna split into small groups. It might seem silly, but I promise the purpose tonight is for you to talk to as many new people as possible. We're gonna split into small groups of three or four people, and you're gonna go around and tell your life story in two minutes." End on time, especially for weekday events: Host from 6:30 to 8:30 PM with a hard stop on Tuesday or Wednesday nights. People appreciate having an end time because they have responsibilities. Having that end time makes them more likely to RSVP yes and actually attend. "I get more compliments on my party ending on time, and they leave with a positive experience, so they want to return for another." Why every leader needs a personal website. If you have a blue check verified on Instagram, if you post at least once a month on LinkedIn, you probably need your own personal website. It's proactive reputation management. People are out there searching for you on Google and on ChatGPT. It may not happen every single day, but it probably happens every week. Whether it's parents of your kids at school, whether it's new employees, people are googling you. You want to have a personal website to put your best foot forward and make a good impression. Carrd.co to create a simple homepage or cloudflare to set up your domain name.  Keep it simple: You don't need a Gary Vee type page. Your page can look like a Google Doc. Feed these large language models your story and bio. My website is plain text, simple homepage. I used to have a fancy design site. Now I'm like, dude, it doesn't matter. 80% of my visitors are on their cell phone and just want to read some text and have some links. The tweet from 2024 that changed everything.  The viral Tokyo blind date trip taught me I was ready to share my life with someone. I ended up meeting my wife a couple of months after this experience because I realized I was ready. From a business perspective, one of the most interesting things while that was happening and for about a week afterwards: anyone would accept my phone call. My callbacks were instantaneous. My dial to answer fast. People were reaching out from everywhere. I was like, whoa, is this what it's like to be a celebrity? "I came back to Texas after the trip, ready to truly settle down and find a relationship and meet my now wife." Write like you talk: The best book about storytelling is Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks. Don't try to write a LinkedIn post that says "I'm happy to announce." Would you actually say that to someone? No, you wouldn't. Say it like you talk. Advice on Blind Introductions: Use a double opt-in intro. Reach out to one person first, "Hey, are you taking new clients before I connect you with a friend?" Get both parties' permission, separately - then send the email.  Give yourself a Free Day: Dan Sullivan suggests one free day a quarter from work. Make it a weekday, and even get a burner phone so you can't check your work text/emails, so you're completely disconnected from work.  The keys to being a great host/MC: Priya Parker does such a great job talking about the theory of being a good leader. The host that doesn't do a great job is the one who's too cool to care. Give explicit instructions to people. You are a ring leader for an event, and you're in charge of everyone's energy levels and keeping the show on the road.  Add value before taking value. Never send someone a message, "I'd love to pick your brain," or "I'm looking for a mentor." That is take, take, take. Think about how you can add value first. When you add value first to people, it's some sort of law of reciprocity. They're much more likely to want to help you out or do something in return. Advice for new grads in the AI era: AI and new tools are eating into the ability for companies to hire low-level employees that do grunt work. Learn how to use the tools themselves. Work with small businesses and entrepreneurs where you can make a difference. Develop a writing practice: Matthew Dicks has this activity called Homework for Life where every night you write down some note, some anecdote, something that stuck out for you. It gives you ideas about things to write about. Use AI as an editor, not a writer: Don't outsource your thinking to AI. Use the tools, understand how to use them, but don't outsource your thinking. It'll spit back something decent, but you don't want to outsource your thinking, especially as a leader. Reflection Questions Nick says your first party should be for neighbors, school parents, and LinkedIn connections you haven't seen in a while (not your most impressive contacts). Who are 15-20 people in your life that fall into this "comfortable but haven't connected recently" category that you could invite to a simple cocktail party?   He emphasizes "add value before you take value" and never says "I'd love to pick your brain." Think about someone you want to connect with. What's one specific way you could add value to them first before asking for anything in return?   Nick hosts events once a quarter to keep weak ties warm instead of trying to have individual coffee meetings with everyone. What's one relationship-building activity you're currently doing inefficiently that could be replaced with a group gathering? Additional Learning #663 - Priya Parker: The Art of Gathering #545: Will Guidara: Unreasonable Hospitality #430 - Matthew Dicks: Change Your Life Through The Power Of Storytelling Audio Timestamps 02:06 Icebreakers and Personal Stories 02:55 The Art of Hosting Events 08:27 Practical Tips for Successful Gatherings 20:16 Mastermind Events and Personal Websites 25:36 The Importance of a Personal Website 26:47 Crafting an Engaging Bio 29:27 The Viral Tokyo Trip 37:04 Living an Interesting Life 41:57 The Art of Hosting and MC'ing 44:50 Advice for New Graduates 46:35 The Power of Writing and Storytelling 49:07 EOPC

Unlock the magic of meaningful conversation with Episode 182 of the DYL Podcast! Join host Adam Gragg as he reveals the art of Connecting With People—just in time for holidays, work parties, and real-life interactions that matter.Discover three powerful tools to spark instant connection, even in the most challenging relationships. Learn how courageous conversations, sincere apologies, and adding genuine value can transform your friendships, family dynamics, and professional circles.Feeling anxious about that upcoming get-together? Adam Gragg shares his personal blueprint for overcoming discomfort and building bridges, even when conflict rears its head. Plus, get his four must-ask questions guaranteed to break the ice and deepen relationships at any gathering.Ready to turn awkward small talk into memorable moments? Don't miss this episode—connection starts with you, and the ripple effect is life-changing.Tune in now and start creating the legacy you want to be remembered for!RESOURCES:Shatterproof Yourself LITE - *FREE* Mini CourseCHAPTERS:00:00 "Connecting Through Holiday Interactions"05:49 Healthy Relationships Require Humility08:21 "Intentional Connection Over Avoidance"12:36 "Near-Death Experiences and Childhood Memories"13:28 Openness Leads to Healthier Connections Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Jim Edwards and Stew Smith discuss adding value to your products and services with a variety of options: bundles, new freebies, and specials.  Then we do a Value Ladder Genie walk-thru using the CopyandContent.ai Genie with hack-like skill. Check out the Facebook Group – Sales Copy and Content Marketing Hacks at https://www.facebook.com/groups/copywritingandcontenthacks and for more information on the wizards used to make outstanding sales copy check out https://www.CopyandContent.ai. Also - Check out the Facebook Group – Sales Copy and Content Marketing Hacks at https://www.facebook.com/groups/copywritingandcontenthacks

What if adding value to someone's life started with something as simple as your next word, action, or quiet act of service? This reflection challenges us to practice thoughtful consideration—so that what we think, say, and do consistently builds others up at home and beyond.

In this episode, Bart sits down with Sara Murray, founder & CEO of Murmaid International, sales trainer, keynote speaker, and host of Prospecting on Purpose. This conversation explores Sara's journey from corporate to entrepreneur, her “ABAV” philosophy (Always Be Adding Value), the mindset behind confidence, abundance, and authentic connection, and the simple human behaviors that create massive business impact.Sara shares candid stories about positivity, self-belief, gratitude, and what happens when you consistently show up as someone who notices, connects, and overdelivers.Major Takeaways / Learnings“Always Be Adding Value” (ABAV) is the game-changerSara's foundational philosophy: every interaction is a chance to make an emotional deposit. Add value before you ask. Add value even when you don't need anything. Add value when it costs nothing. This is what builds reputation, trust, and opportunity.Confidence isn't arrogance, it's earned through actionSara teaches how to “jump up on the pedestal” instead of shrinking in front of high-value clients. Confidence is built by collecting experiences, learning from people, and trusting your strengths.Abundance > ScarcityEven in competitive industries, there's more than enough success to go around. Sara and Bart connect over the idea that generosity creates momentum. When you give without expectations, the world opens up.Sales isn't pushing, it's helpingIf your product or service genuinely improves someone's business or life, then outreach isn't “bothering” people. It's informing them of value they deserve to know about.Listening is the new superpowerPeople miss opportunities because they're too busy “performing.” Listening deeply to needs, hints, frustrations, vacations, or tiny details, creates connection. It's rare. And therefore powerful.Personal touchpoints matter more than automationAutomation is fine. Humanity wins. A review. A thoughtful suggestion. A follow-up based on something they said. Most people don't do these small acts, which is why they stand out.Entrepreneurship requires patience and faithSara emphasizes that the first few years are harder, longer, and more demanding than expected. But with patience, belief, and staying aligned with your “why,” the payoff is life-changing.Your childhood shapes your strengthsSara's ability to talk to anyone came from sitting next to strangers on flights as a Delta employee's kid. Every interaction became a data point that built confidence, empathy, and curiosity.Value before ask, every timeOne of Sara's favorite examples: she once recommended two novels to someone going on vacation. It got her booked a full year earlier than expected. Human > transactional.Helping people first is the business modelWhen you focus on helping, not hustling, you attract the right clients, create impact, and build a career you're proud of.Memorable Quotes“We're at your service, we're not your servants.”“Everyone's trying to jump on the pedestal. You don't have to take anyone off… just put yourself up there too.”“Abundance starts when you stop asking and start adding.”“If your service genuinely helps people, they need to know about it. That's not bothering them, that's doing your job.”“Patience and trust, that's the hardest part of entrepreneurship.”“Changing someone's life wasn't my why at first… but it became my why.”Why It Matters / How to Use ItModel Sara's A-BAV approach: Look daily for no-cost, meaningful ways to surpass what “most people don't” do.Shift from scarcity to service: Helping without keeping score amplifies everything, your brand, referrals, confidence, and results.Lead with humanity: Automation can draft. You deliver the emotion.Be confident by being curious: Ask more. Listen more. Notice more.Build emotional bank accounts before withdrawals: Look for tiny deposits that compound into trust.Resources:LinkedIn: Sara Murray | LinkedInWebsite: Sara Murray

In this episode of the Shifting Focus Podcast, John Bunn pulls back the curtain on what really moves the needle when it comes to getting noticed, trusted, and booked by top wedding planners. Fresh off a packed wedding season and a retreat surrounded by elite planners, John unpacks the mindset shifts, the strategy, and the long-game approach that has helped him grow his business into the luxury space. This one is all about relationships, presence, value, and consistency. Not hacks. Not shortcuts. Just the intentional work that builds a brand planners want to refer again and again. John also shares a teaser for an upcoming mentorship experience designed for creatives ready to level up in 2025. Want to join my private mentorship group that is coming up? email john@johnbunnfilms.com  and say 'i want mentorship' to be added to the list for more info as soon as it is available.

Eithan Davidov talks about his journey into real estate business and the lessons he learned. Eithan discusses changes in New York's real estate market, including the effects of the FAIR Act, rental commission structures, and how these affect brokers and tenants. Next, Eithan talks about building and leading a successful team and strategies for business growth. Eithan and DJ also discussed integrating AI and technology into daily real estate operations for communication efficiency and business support. Last, Eithan talked about what drives him, the importance of adding value and building relationships with clients, and his team's future goals in expanding their reach and sales. If you'd prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Eithan Davidov can be reached at eithandavidov@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this conversation, Chris LaFay (Founder, Classic City Consulting) shares a decade of hard-won lessons on staying profitable, avoiding bloat, and building an agency that lasts. We dig into “one-glass focus,” why not niching can still be strategic, when to pass on work, partnerships without finders fees, pricing and retainers, and the KPI that quietly compounds new business: intentional outreach.In this episode, you'll learnWhy “one glass” focus beats scattered growthProject variety vs. “niching down” (and how to niche by systems, not industry)The comparison trap: learning from peers without copy-pasting their playbookWhen referral partnerships work without commissions—and when they don'tThe 4 R's growth engine: Retain → Reactivate → Referral → Recruit (new)Don't hire on a hope: catching operational bloat before it sinks marginsPricing, retainers, and the “help agencies look great” strategyThe single KPI Chris tracks in good seasons: weekly intentional check-insHow to handle sunk costs with a “fans-first” lens (Savannah Bananas inspo)Mentorship as a cheat code for clarity and decisive actionChapters:00:00 Intro 09:04 One-Glass Focus: creator energy, momentum, and why projects stay interesting 11:29 Project Variety > Burnout: why new client problems keep the work fresh 14:15 Do You Need a Niche? Niching by WordPress/Shopify & repeatable frameworks 15:32 Peer Comparison Without Copy-Paste: learning from others, keeping identity 18:44 Outreach > Everything: how early agencies stall without consistent relationship-building 25:24 Partnerships Sans Finder Fees: when passing leads is the value (and exceptions) 31:10 Adding Value to Your Agency Network: beyond referrals; community & support 32:17 Risk You're Glad You Took: the hiring lesson that reshaped the business 37:51 Silencing the Inner Critic: external processing & mentor mirrors 41:22 Most Valuable KPI: weekly intentional reach-outs (and why they compound) 46:55 Action Taker You Admire: David Feldman & decisive leadership 51:49 Sunk Costs & When to Quit: “fans-first” filter + staying lean on OPEXConnect with Chris:Founder – Classic City Consulting Website: https://classiccity.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lafay/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aHdpQXccPOE9YTcDJe4gZConnect with Brian: Web:⁠ https://brianondrako.com⁠ LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/If you're an early-stage B2B Founder, join the Sales Skills For Founders newsletter and learn to “un-suck” at sales, one newsletter at a time.

A discussion led by Savills CEO of Global Occupier Services, Rick Schuham, of how AI can be deployed and integrated into lease administration and portfolio planning workflow to increase efficiency and add value .

Are you ready to elevate your life, one morning at a time?Well, today's episode of the Happy Hustle Podcast is all about transformation and impact. I'm talking about the one and only Mr. Hal Elrod, a man who has not only survived multiple near-death experiences but has also inspired millions with his books and speeches. With a heartfelt dedication to his family, Hal's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. After surviving a head-on car crash and battling a rare form of cancer with only a 30% chance of survival, Hal emerged stronger and more determined than ever. So, what's the secret behind Hal's transformative journey? It's "The Miracle Morning." This powerful routine has changed the lives of millions around the world. Hal's book, "The Miracle Morning," has sold over 2.5 million copies and has been translated into 41 languages. But the story doesn't end there. Hal has taken this concept to the next level with his latest book, the updated and expanded edition of "The Miracle Morning."He's rewritten nearly every page of the original book and added over 40 pages of new content, including "The Miracle Evening" and "The Miracle Life." Now, he's on a mission to help you achieve your goals, no matter how big or small.Hal's journey is proof that you can overcome any challenge and make the impact in the world that you desire.If you're as intrigued by Hal's journey, I highly recommend picking up a copy of his new book, "The Miracle Morning." You can find all his resources, books, and even his app at themiraclemorning.com. It's a truly great read that can kickstart your journey to a more fulfilling and productive life.In this episode, we cover: [00:14:49:23] The LONG Road to Overnight Success[00:13:26:19] The Transformative Power of Goal Setting[00:44:42:25] Enjoy Everything & Love All[00:55:36:28] Unlocking Success Through Serving and Adding Value[00:07:28:04] Unlock the Power of The Miracle Morning[00:46:36:14] Happy Hustle Hacks [Health, Money, Entrepreneurship, Spirituality][00:54:37:27] Rapid Fire questionsWhat does Happy Hustlin mean to you? Hal says it means loving the life you have while you create the life of your dreams. .Connect with Halhttps://www.instagram.com/themiraclemorning/https://www.facebook.com/groups/MyTMMCommunityhttps://twitter.com/HalElrodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@halelrodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/halelrodFind Hal on his website: https://miraclemorning.com/Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/cary__jack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featuredGet a free copy of his new book, The Happy Hustle, 10 Alignments to Avoid Burnout & Achieve Blissful Balance https://www.thehappyhustle.com/bookSign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course http://www.thehappyhustle.com/JourneyApply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure https://caryjack.com/montana“It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”Episode sponsorBIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough https://magbreakthrough.com/vip?gl=65132c943f5d60f00f8b4567&coupon=hustleEver heard of the Vicious Stress-Magnesium Deficiency Cycle? In simple terms: Stress hits you, magnesium levels drop, and suddenly sleep becomes a distant memory, energy tanks, and stress goes through the roof. And guess what? Your magnesium levels continue to plummet.So how do you break this cycle? I stumbled upon a game-changer: Magnesium Breakthrough from BIOptimizers. https://magbreakthrough.com/vip?gl=65132c943f5d60f00f8b4567&coupon=hustleThis stuff is a game-changer! Magnesium Breakthrough packs all 7 forms of magnesium, designed to support stress management, promote muscle relaxation, regulate the nervous system, control stress hormones, boost brain function, increase energy, and enhance sleep.I take 2 capsules before bedtime, and it's been a game-changer for me. The best part is, BIOptimizers offer a risk-free 365-day money-back guarantee. No results, no problem – they'll refund you, no questions asked. It's a win-win!Head over to magnesiumbreakthrough.com/hustle and use code "hustle" for an exclusive 10% discount on any order. Plus, for a limited time, you'll score some special gifts with your purchase.But remember, this offer is only available at magnesiumbreakthrough.com/hustle. Don't miss this chance to boost your well-being and reclaim your life.

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My Guest: Derek Sivers is the founder of CD Baby and author of "Hell Yeah or No" and "Useful Not True." He shared how he graduated from Cal Berkeley in two years instead of four because the "standard pace for chumps" - a lesson that shaped his entire career of institutional skepticism and unconventional thinking. From creating viral shipping emails to understanding why explorers make bad leaders, Derek shares why being busy means being out of control, how your first thought is an obstacle to your best work, and why you can't predict what the world will want from you until you try everything and listen closely to what it's telling you. Notes: No Speed Limit – Most things are paced so the slowest person can keep up. If you're driven and motivated, you can go so much faster than the standard pace. I graduated from Berkeley in two years by learning four semesters of harmony in one hour. "The standard pace is for chumps. You can do so much better than that." Question the Standard Process – When someone says you must go through usual channels or something will take a certain time, assume there's probably a hack. Develop institutional skepticism - there's usually a better way than how most people do it. Create Opportunities, Don't Wait for Them – You don't have to wait until a company is hiring. If you can see how to benefit them, walk in and show them what you can do for free first. Alan Tepper made Warner Brothers more money than anyone that year by just showing up with a plan. Make Everything Valuable to Others – The starving artist spends all their time on work valuable to them but not to others. Use money as a neutral measure - if you can make money with your art, it ensures what you're doing is valuable to other people. "It's almost impossible to predict what the world will want from you... Keep yourself out there and listen closely to what the world is telling you it wants from you." Stand Out by Being Different – Don't imitate what everyone else is doing. I wrote a silly shipping email in 10 minutes that became one of the most viral emails ever mentioned in business books. Ask yourself constantly: What has nobody done before? The First Follower Creates the Movement – We focus on the shirtless dancing guy, but the first follower is what made everything happen. Until then, people kept their distance from the freak. If you find someone doing something great, follow them and show others how to follow. Every Sentence Must Matter – My books are 90-100 pages, but start as 1,000-page rough drafts. I spend 1-2 years full-time chopping every sentence that doesn't absolutely need to be there. "I'm not gonna put a single sentence out into the world that doesn't need to be there." Make every word count - eliminate everything that doesn't add value. Hell Yeah or No is Context-Dependent – This tool is for when you're overwhelmed with options and need to raise the bar. Straight out of college, say yes to everything because opportunities are like lottery tickets. Once something rewards you, then say no to other things and double down. Busy Means Out of Control – "Busy to me implies out of control. You're busy if you've let other people shove shit into your schedule." Leave space instead of filling it - that time to think is what creates valuable insights others don't have time to develop. Your First Thought is an Obstacle – Don't honor the thought that came first. In brainstorming, acknowledge the first idea, then keep going - don't stop at two or three. Even silly ideas can seed great ones you'd never reach without that stepping stone. All Beliefs Are a Myth – People worshiped Zeus for centuries; now we call it mythology. But we say our own beliefs are true while others' are superstitions. I expected China to be awful from American news, but found it wonderful - question what you've been told. Use Prejudice as Your Compass – If you notice you're prejudiced against something, that's exactly what you should explore. Burning Man sounds awful to me; therefore, I should probably go. Steer into your biases to overcome them and gain new perspectives. Explorers Make Terrible Leaders – Explorers try everything and change direction constantly, which frustrates teams. Leaders go in a straight line to a clear destination, unwavering in mission even if the path changes. I loved changing my mind, which made me a bad leader until I learned the difference. Set projects with clear missions, even if you're personally exploring other things. Try Everything Until the World Says Yes – I had a booking agency, a record label, a recording studio, and my own music - all failures. Then, a side project to help friends (CD Baby) took off. You can't predict what the world wants from you, so try many things and listen closely to what it's telling you. Reflection  What "standard pace" are you accepting in your business or career that you could actually accelerate if you questioned it? Where have you assumed something has to take a certain amount of time just because that's how it's always been done? Are you spending time on work that's valuable to you but not to others? How could you test whether what you're creating actually solves problems people are willing to pay for? Are you acting more like an explorer or a leader right now? If you're constantly changing direction, how could you set clearer missions for your projects while keeping your personal explorations separate? Resources & References Derek's Content: Derek's website and blog  "Leadership Lessons from Dancing Guy" (First Follower) TED Talk - Derek Sivers  "No Speed Limit" essay  Former Episodes Referenced #647 - Tim Ferriss - Chasing Your Curiosity #562 - Nikki Glaser -  The Creative Process of a Comedian  #644 - Blaine Anderson - Confidence, Curiosity, Connection  Episode Timestamps 02:20 Early Life Lessons from Kimo Williams 05:21 Corporate Lessons and Unconventional Paths 09:10 The Power of Adding Value 13:57 Viral TED Talk: Leadership Lessons from the Dancing Guy 22:03 The 'Hell Yeah or No' Philosophy 27:29 The CD Baby Experience 28:02 Starting an Online Record Store 29:10 Creating a Unique Shipping Notice 30:01 The Viral Impact of Creativity 32:53 The Importance of Regular Writing 35:17 Questioning Assumptions and Beliefs 36:23 Exploring New Perspectives 40:41 The Explorer vs. The Leader 48:21 Advice for Aspiring Leaders Resources: Read: The Score That Matters Read: The Pursuit of Excellence Read: Welcome to Management To Follow me on X: @RyanHawk12

Who you are cannot be what someone else is or is not. What makes you unique and valuable is not born from comparative analysis and cold execution n what you think a "wimning" formula is. Making and keep specialty coffee special is a simple exercise in growing in knowledge, wisdom, and consistent conversation with yourself, your team, your community, and the greater world around you. Trouble is that we often want to skip the meaningful parts, and borrow other peoples identities as our own in hopes of success.  On today's episode we will be talking about what makes the small independent specialty retailer special. Why Starbucks closure of 400 stores is a warning for us to distance ourselves from the false notions of learning good business from big business, and the simple steps and philosophies that lead to sustainable and fulfilling cafe operation.  Related Episodes:  Excellence In The Things We Hate 181 : Organizational Self-Knowledge 523: Encore: How We Ruin Specialty Coffee Experience The Quality Standards Equation How to talk to Customers about Coffee SHIFT BREAK! What Customers Value and How to Deliver It SHIFT BREAK! Adding Value in the Cafe   KEYS TO THE SHOP ALSO OFFERS 1:1 CONSULTING AND COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min      SPONSORS Want a beautiful coffee shop? All your hard surface, stone, Tile and brick needs!  www.arto.com Visit @artobrick The world loves plant based beverages and baristas love the Barista Series!  www.pacificfoodservice.com          

In this conversation, Dean Barlow shares his journey in real estate, focusing on multifamily investments and the challenges he faces in building his portfolio. He emphasizes the importance of control, community impact, and the need to add value in networking. Dean discusses his goals of helping others and making a difference in people's lives through real estate, while also addressing the practical challenges of managing investments and maintaining relationships with investors and tenants.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Weekly Vision Prayer Night with Brother Theodore Andoseh

Dr. Vitz talks about how you should approach all situations as an opportunity to give. (Originally aired 02-26-2024)

Steven and Braden talk college football after a dramatic third weekend of action. Our favorite thing from Week 3, what Georgia's win over Tennessee teaches us about the playoff and how Notre Dame's resume is still really good. Critical games in the Big 12 and Big Ten highlight another great weekend of action.

Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Fernando Angelucci returns to the podcast to explain how he has rapidly grown his self storage business and the drivers behind increasing self storage demand! Fernando explains his marketing strategy to optimize deal flow despite the low inventory environment. He delves deep into the underwriting and feasibility studies performed on self storage investments to maximize returns. Fernando provides the 101 on various financing options and repositioning strategies for self storage investments. He closes with a motivating 5-year outlook including a detailed plan to reach financial independence! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Fernando Angelucci, Self Storage Syndicated Equities Link: Fernando's Instagram Link: SUCI Ep 86 - Fernando Angelucci Link: Vagabonding (Book Recommendation) Link: SUCI Ep 392 - Cost Seg Kev Guest Questions 01:49 Housing Provider Tip - Be sure to perform maintenance on AC units after a long summer! 03:25 Intro to our guest, Fernando Angelucci! 06:41 Growing a portfolio in a low inventory market! 12:10 Feasibility studies on self storage projects. 16:44 Building a self storage investment team! 21:56 Financing self storage deals. 37:33 Repositioning a self storage investment. 47:57 Obtaining special use permits. 52:01 Ideal self storage projects! 55:23 Fernando's 5-year outlook. 60:26 What is your competitive advantage? 62:55 One piece of advice for new investors. 63:32 What do you do for fun? 64:14 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  64:48 Local Network Recommendation?  65:53 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2025.

Jim Edwards and Stew Smith demonstrate how to use the Genies to create useful content that helps prevent sales from being lost in abandoned carts.Check out the Facebook Group – Sales Copy and Content Marketing Hacks at  https://www.facebook.com/groups/copywritingandcontenthacks   and for more information on the wizards used to make outstanding sales copy check out  https://www.CopyandContent.ai

Join Better Dad bulletin: https://better-dad-bulletin.beehiiv.com/subscribeSubscribe to the Dynamic Daddy YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DynamicDaddyThis episode is a straight-up deep dive into growing your podcast and business organically—no fluff, no fake hype, just real talk and actionable game.

Shop Springs Creamery has been opened for about about six years now. Owner Jeffrey Turner explains why they opned the creamery and how it's adding value to their family dairy.

In this episode of Tech Talk, a Mortar & Pestle production, Erin Michael, Director of Member Engagement, is joined by Michelle Frediani, pharmacy technician at Kusler's Pharmacy, as they discuss her compounding journey.

Welcome back to the Ninja Selling Podcast! Today, Rob Nelson sits down with Joseph Chiavatti – Ninja, brokerage owner, and tech entrepreneur – to discuss a common challenge in the real estate industry: the friction involved in sending and receiving referrals. Joseph Chiavatti shares his personal experience of struggling to connect with qualified Ninja agents for outbound referrals, a frustration that led him to develop a groundbreaking solution. This episode unveils Referral Flow, a new platform designed to streamline the entire referral process for all real estate agents, and its integrated component, the new Find a Ninja tool. Discover how Referral Flow addresses the pain points of finding, vetting, and managing referral partners. Learn about the "Confidence Score" that ranks agents based on experience, production, and platform activity, and how the platform facilitates seamless referral agreements and milestone tracking. For Ninjas, this is especially exciting! Joseph Chiavatti explains how FindaNinja.com now leverages the power of Referral Flow, offering Ninja Installation graduates and active coaching clients a complimentary premium subscription. This enhanced tool allows Ninjas to easily connect with like-minded professionals who understand and practice the Ninja Selling system. Learn how to claim your account, update your profile, and start building a robust, reliable referral network. Join the community of 16,000+ Ninjas on the Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group for more valuable insights, collaboration, and networking opportunities! Leave a voicemail at 208-MY-NINJA if you'd like to offer more direct feedback. Be sure to check out Ninja Selling Events for upcoming installations and other events, and if you'd like personalized help in achieving your goals, visit Ninja Coaching to connect with one of our fantastic coaches. Episode Highlights: Introducing Joseph Chiavatti: Ninja, Brokerage Owner, and Tech Entrepreneur The Problem: Friction and Frustration in the Real Estate Referral Process Joseph Chiavatti's "Aha!" Moment: The Need for a Better Way to Connect Agents Introducing Referral Flow: A Platform for All Agents Key Features: Confidence Score, Verified Sales Data, Peer Reviews Streamlining the Process: Automated Referral Agreements and Milestone Tracking The New Find a Ninja: Powered by Referral Flow for Enhanced Ninja-to-Ninja Connections Complimentary Premium Access for Ninja Installation Graduates and Coaching Clients How to Claim Your Account and Get Started on FindaNinja.com The Vision for Referral Flow: Removing Friction and Adding Value for the Entire Industry The Importance of Building Your Professional Referral Network   Key Takeaways: "I want my clients to have great representation and have a great experience." "For the modern real estate agent, it's worthy of consideration to build not just your client relationship, but your professional relationships so that you can make referrals a part of your business model." "When you pick up the phone, [you want to] get the same vibe from them that I give to my clients. Because not only is my reputation on the line... but also I have a referral fee on the line as well." "Find a Ninja just didn't have the capability to help with [managing the referral process]." "[Referral Flow has a] professional database of verified people that they actually get a positive benefit from going in and keeping information up to date." "[Referral Flow has a] dashboard experience, and then being able to track all the referrals that you have coming in and out of your business as well." "Referral Flow is completely agnostic to brokerage. It's completely agnostic to referral networks. So we welcome all agents." "Ninja Selling owns now findaninja.com and findaninja.com gives you a, within our platform, gives you a specific experience that ninjas will be familiar with." "Anybody who has been through a Ninja installation, we already have your account ready for you. You just have to come and claim it." "Don't neglect referrals in your business. Have conversations with your clients that you have an amazing network of people that you can connect them with..." Links: Find a Ninja: FindaNinja.com Referral Flow: ReferralFlow.co (Use support@referralflow.co for assistance) Website: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/Podcast  Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com  Phone: 1-800-254-1650  Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/TheNinjaSellingPodcast  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling  Instagram: @NinjaSellingOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling  Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public  Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/

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Send us a textIn Part 1 of our special series on the SKIMMER 2025 Pool Owner Report, we take a deep dive into what truly matters to today's pool owners—value, price point, and cost expectations. We'll unpack the data on what people are really willing to pay for, how perceptions of “fair pricing” are shifting, and how service companies can leverage this to add real value to their business. If you're looking to sharpen your competitive edge and build trust through transparency, this episode is for you.Get the report here:https://bit.ly/Skimmer2025Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA delivers clean, healthy water solutions. https://bit.ly/HASAhttps://www.orendatech.com/The Bottom Feeder Professional Battery Powered Vacuum System. Save $100 with discount Code: DVB100https://bit.ly/THEBOTTOMFEEDERAnd Skimmer, America's #1 pool service software! Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days at:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Thanks for listening and I hope you find the Podcast helpful! For other free resources to further help you:Visit my Website: https://www.swimmingpoollearning.comWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SPLPodcast Site: https://the-pool-guy-podcast-show.onpodium.com/

A Note from James:Sahil Bloom is one of probably the wisest people I've had on the podcast. Young guy just wrote the book, The Five Types of Wealth, and he's talking about time wealth, social wealth, mental wealth, physical wealth, and of course, financial wealth. He's developed content and techniques he's shared in his newsletter and on Twitter, offering concise, easy-to-understand ways for increasing your wealth in each of these categories. This episode has immense value—one I definitely plan to share with my kids.Sahil introduces this concept of asymmetry: small actions that yield outsized rewards, applicable across career, social, financial, mental, and physical wealth. Like consistently fetching coffee for your boss, leading them to trust you with larger responsibilities. It's these small but impactful steps that can dramatically improve your wealth in each category.Here's Sahil Bloom, author of The Five Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life.Episode Description:In this episode, Sahil Bloom breaks down his transformative ideas about wealth—going far beyond financial success to include time, social connections, mental health, and physical wellbeing. Sahil shares his personal journey from a lucrative career in private equity to discovering a deeper sense of purpose and satisfaction. He emphasizes finding asymmetrical actions—small, manageable steps that can deliver significant positive changes. Listen to learn how Sahil redefined success, discovered his true north, and how you can too.What You'll Learn:How to identify and leverage asymmetrical actions for massive gains in personal and professional life.Practical strategies for mapping out your strengths and passions to build a life filled with purpose.Why taking control of your physical health can immediately boost confidence and life direction.How genuine social connections profoundly impact your mental and emotional wellbeing.Concrete steps to redefine success on your own terms rather than society's.Chapters:[01:00] Leveraging Social Media for a Book Deal[03:00] Why Success Stories Are Often Misleading[06:00] The Authenticity Behind Sahil's Writing[09:00] Grappling with the Finite Nature of Time[12:00] Realizing Time Wealth Through Personal Experience[17:00] Identifying Poverty in the Five Types of Wealth[22:00] Making a Radical Life Change[27:00] How to Find Your Purpose[31:00] Practical Steps for Finding Direction[36:00] The Power of Physical Activity[40:00] Creating Financial Wealth by Adding Value[47:00] Social Wealth: The True Measure of FriendshipAdditional Resources:The Five Types of Wealth by Sahil BloomSahil Bloom's NewsletterTim Urban's "The Tail End" EssayCarlo Rovelli on the Nature of Time"Cool Runnings" Film QuoteThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/jamesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Please enjoy this encore of Career Notes. CEO of ActiveNav, Peter Baumann, takes us on his career journey from minor home electrical experiments to the business of data discovery. He began his career as an electrical engineer, but felt an entrepreneurial spirit was part of his makeup. Following his return to college to study business and finance, Peter talks about being set on the path to shine the light on the data to provide discovery capability. To those interested in the field, he suggests having a broad familiarity of different approaches. We thank Peter for sharing his story with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices