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Evan Johnson, the founder of the nonprofit Ivan the Angelfish, shares how he provides natural aquariums to senior living facilities to combat depression and isolation among residents and staff. He cites specific research showing that observing fish can significantly lower stress hormones and improve mental health metrics like the PHQ-9 survey. Beyond the scientific benefits, the conversation highlights Evan's entrepreneurial journey and his focus on expanding his mission across several countries.  Key Takeaways: Incorporate aquariums or natural elements into your living and work spaces to help lower stress and improve your overall mood. Follow your genuine curiosity and compassion to discover a meaningful purpose that serves others in your community. Support the next generation of leaders by believing in their vision and providing them with opportunities to grow. Adopt a persistent mindset where you view rejection as a necessary stepping stone toward reaching a positive outcome. Use shared interests in nature, such as gardening or fishkeeping, to create stronger bonds and regular connections with your family members.

Chuck Samuelson, Founder and CEO of Heal the Earth, and Lawrence Martineau, Marketing Director, discuss transforming the regional food system by re-localizing supply chains and manufacturing. They explore food insecurity, the power of local organic farms and innovative models like Adopt an Avocado Tree and Adopt a Farmer that enable executives to drive measurable community impact. Listen Where You Live!About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Why We Almost Quit Together in the Trades and Why We Never Will. Caleb and Brittany recount their recent experience in Williams, Arizona, where they initially intended to end the conference series due to logistical and financial challenges. However, after witnessing the profound emotional impact on attendees and the strong sense of community it fostered, they decided to continue the tradition. The discussion highlights key themes of vulnerability, spiritual perseverance, and open communication, featuring insights from speakers like Marty Grunder and Casey from Marriage 365.  Key Takeaways: Schedule regular realignment meetings with your spouse to discuss your weekly plans and ensure your personal and professional goals are in sync. Practice the knee-to-knee apology method by looking your partner in the eye and expressing sincere regret for specific actions and how those actions affected them. Adopt the mindset that marriage is a summitless peak, understanding that it requires constant effort and there is always more room for growth. Find a community of like-minded peers in your industry to create a safe space for discussing business challenges and finding mutual support. Develop a bias to act by taking immediate ownership and initiative whenever you encounter a problem that needs to be solved. Connect with Auman Landscape

What do clinicians actually want before they'll adopt your MedTech product?Many MedTech founders focus on product features, clinical evidence, and regulatory approval, believing these alone will drive adoption. But clinicians evaluate new technologies through a very different lens. In this episode, Hakeem shares the five biggest lessons from his conversation with Dr Tangwan Azorfor, giving you a clinician's perspective on what really influences adoption and how you can better align your commercialisation strategy with the realities of clinical practice.In this episode, you'll discover:Why improving patient care is the first thing clinicians look for when evaluating a new MedTech product.How workflow, training, and real-world clinical experience influence adoption more than many founders realise.Five practical lessons to help you position your MedTech product for stronger clinical adoption from a clinician's perspective.Listen now to understand what clinicians really want before adopting a new MedTech product and learn how to apply these insights to improve adoption and commercial success.Book a 30min Healthcare Export Accelerator discovery callMessage me via DM on LinkedinThis podcast is for clinicians and solo founders feeling stuck in turning their medical devices into real businesses, with practical insight on go to market strategy, sales strategy, product launch, sales plans, business growth, exporting, selling internationally and how to scale up their international sales in MedTech.

Are you rearranging your diet to avoid cyclospora? Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg, and audience development manager Angie Treasure breakdown what you need to know. Plus, we just learned Salt Lake has a Chief Sports Officer, and we share the cutest pets up for adoption this week. Resources and references: RSVP for 801 Day on Saturday, Aug. 1! Foster Eva from CAWS Adopt Vanellope from Rescue Rovers Adopt Stephanie from Salt Lake County Animal Services Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.

There's a difference between preparing for adoption… and preparing yourself to become a parent.When systems strategist, podcaster, and adoptive mom Julie Fried began her adoption journey, she thought she could research her way through it. Spreadsheets, Facebook groups, Google searches—she approached adoption like any other complex project. But what she discovered was that the biggest work wasn't logistical. It was emotional.In this honest and deeply thoughtful conversation, Julie shares the lessons she learned about grief, open adoption, slowing down, and making peace with a path that looked different than the one she had imagined. From pausing after her home study to process infertility, to navigating an unexpected NICU experience, to making one of the hardest decisions her family has ever faced, Julie offers wisdom that every hopeful adoptive parent needs to hear.In this episode, we talk about:Why researching more isn't always the same as moving forward in your adoption journeyThe emotional work every hopeful adoptive parent should do before becoming a parentHow grief and adoption can coexist—and why processing one strengthens the otherWhat Julie learned after shifting from "no" to embracing the possibilities of open adoptionHow a NICU stay became an unexpected gift during the transition into parenthoodThe heartbreaking decision to decline adopting her daughter's half-sibling—and how they made peace with itAbout Julie Fried:Julie Fried is the host of The System for Everything podcast, where she shares practical systems that simplify business, motherhood, and everyday life. A systems strategist by profession and adoptive mom to her daughter Ellie, Julie brings honesty, empathy, and thoughtful perspective to conversations about adoption, infertility, and parenting. Through her own journey, she has become a passionate advocate for slowing down, processing grief, and embracing adoption with openness and intention.Connect with Julie:Website: https://dallasgirlfriday.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesystemforeverything?utm_source=chatgpt.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-system-for-everything/id1818831243RG Adoption ConsultingWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a Complimentary Adoption Strategy Session → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt? Take the Quiz to Find Out → https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz Before you choose an agency, spend money, or move forward—start with these 10 honest conversations that will help you: https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/10-conversations-before-you-adopt Tune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow, a 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions, or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

This business spotlight explores how RLF AgTech is turning decades of agricultural research into practical products that help farmers improve productivity and profitability.Chairman Ben Barlow shares his journey from building and exiting New Edge Microbials to leading RLF AgTech, explaining why commercialisation is often the missing link between great science and widespread adoption. He discusses what attracted him to the business, how RLF has built on more than 20 years of research and field trials, and why the future of Australian agriculture depends on making innovation practical at the farm gate.This episode explains how RLF AgTech's approach to plant nutrition, biologicals and local manufacturing is helping strengthen farm businesses while positioning Australian innovation for global growth. For anyone interested in ag tech, agricultural productivity or the future of farming, this is a practical and insightful conversation.RLF AgTech is an Australian agricultural technology company developing plant nutrition and biological solutions that improve crop performance. The business combines decades of research, extensive field trials and local manufacturing to deliver products that integrate into existing farming systems while supporting more productive and resilient agriculture.Key insights from the conversation:How RLF AgTech is commercialising decades of agricultural researchWhy adoption depends on trust, education and on-farm resultsThe role of local manufacturing in strengthening Australian agricultureWhy improving farm profitability is the foundation for future ag tech adoptionBen's outlook on the future of Australian agriculture and agricultural innovationChapters:00:00 Introduction and Ben Barlow's background01:34 Ben's journey since last conversation02:30 Focus on plant, animal, and soil health03:57 Deep science and commercial potential of biologicals05:55 Involvement with RLF AgTech07:52 Opportunities in biologicals and crop yields10:54 Australian agriculture's adoption challenges14:13 Market opportunities and niche products17:06 Global markets and export potential20:02 Local manufacturing and supply chain resilience23:11 Future of agritech and investment challenges26:08 Leadership, risk, and strategic growth30:00 Opportunities and pathways for Australian agriculture32:50 Skills for the next generation of farmers33:56 Closing remarks and key takeaways

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Join me as I discuss the four C's of collaborative discipline, starting with a positive definition of discipline. I then give an overview of the four intentional steps of collaborative discipline and share a story where I recently practiced this approach. ⁠Ready to Adopt the 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline?⁠Grab your free download and embrace connection before correction! Get it ⁠here.Check out Episode #1 of my first series Raising Successful Kids: Skill #1 - WaitingJuly 28, 2026Episode 339The 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline About Your Host:Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator, and founder of⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Core4Parenting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ A former preschool and kindergarten teacher with degrees in ASL, Linguistics, and Education, she created the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™ to help parents, caregivers, and educators understand the power of intentional language in shaping a child's identity, confidence, and future success.As host of the top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara blends science and soul to show adults how to “talk to kids before they can talk back,” turning tantrums into teachable moments and everyday challenges into opportunities for connection. She is also the author of the new book⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T⁠alk to Them Early and Often⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠a guide for raising emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in school and life.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to book Cara for your next speaking event? Find all the details⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠

Host Joy Kleinhans learns more about the Naperville Jaycees and the Duly Health and Care Charitable Fund while Jane Wernette heads on location to A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.

La caractéristique la plus frappante de la 50e conférence nationale du Parti travailliste australien aura a été l'absence quasi totale de débats conflictuels en séance publique. Des sujets potentiellement explosifs comme Gaza, AUKUS, la fiscalité du gaz ou la réforme des jeux d'argent ont été réglés en amont par les factions du parti et les dirigeants gouvernementaux.Pour plus d'histoires, d'interviews et d'actualités de SBS French, explorez notre collection de podcasts ici >>https://www.sbs.com.au/language/french/fr/collection/featured-podcasts

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Every lender is being pitched AI right now. But how many are actually implementing it successfully — and what separates the ones that do from the ones that don't? In this episode of Connect, California MBA CEO Paul Gigliotti sits down with Varant Herculian of JazzX AI for a candid, execution-focused conversation on what it actually takes to move from an exciting AI demonstration to real-world adoption inside a mortgage operation. Varant brings nearly three decades of mortgage industry experience — from originating loans to leading digital strategy and operational transformation — and now he's helping lenders reimagine their entire operating model with AI. This is not a product pitch. It's a masterclass in change management. In this episode: - Why the Frankenstein ecosystem of stacked point solutions is the core problem AI needs to solve — and what an intelligence layer actually means in practice - The difference between a point solution and a true end-to-end AI platform: connected decisions, shared context, and no rip-and-replace of existing systems - Why real adoption starts with business outcomes, not technology — and why the North Star metrics matter more than the implementation plan - The agile production launch philosophy: why five loans in a real production environment teaches you more than five months in a conference room - How to build a champion network, capture testimonials, and cascade adoption at scale - The two workflow scenarios every lender falls into — and how JazzX solves for both - Tunable autonomy: how lenders can start in recommendation-only mode and gradually increase AI autonomy as trust and evidence grow - How to establish baseline metrics from day one so ROI can be proven — not assumed - Why lenders are more open to upfront implementation costs than you'd think — if you can prove the value first Connect is the California MBA's podcast where strategy, innovation, and leadership come together to shape the future of mortgage finance. Subscribe for new episodes featuring the voices driving the industry forward.

You do not need to be technical to build a smarter business. You just need to know how to use the tools in front of you. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down how non-tech founders can use AI to automate tasks, save time, reduce costs, and move faster without writing a single line of code. Because AI is not just for software engineers. It is for founders, operators, creators, sales teams, and anyone who wants to remove bottlenecks from their business. If you are still writing every email from scratch, handling every admin task manually, creating every piece of content by hand, and avoiding AI because you think you are “not technical,” you are slowing down your own company. Paul explains why the smartest entrepreneurs are not trying to do everything the hard way. They are using AI to support the repetitive work so they can focus on the work that actually drives growth. In this episode, you'll learn: Why AI is a powerful tool for non-tech founders How automation can save time on emails, SOPs, content, and admin work Why using AI can reduce production costs and increase efficiency How smart tools free your team to focus on sales, relationships, and strategy Why founders who adopt AI early can move faster than their competition The truth is simple: AI is not replacing the founder. It is helping the founder operate with more speed, clarity, and leverage. High-level entrepreneurs do not waste hours on tasks that software can help support. They use AI to draft faster. Create faster. Organize faster. Automate faster. And free up human energy for the decisions, relationships, and strategies that actually grow the business. The smartest founders are not doing everything manually. They are upgrading the system. They are automating the noise. They are protecting their time. And they are using AI to build a more efficient business without needing a technical background. Adopt the tools. Move faster. And keep leveling up. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: ⁠https://jo.my/paulalex2024⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024⁠ Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: ⁠www.CashSwipe.com⁠ FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream” ⁠www.officialPaulAlex.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We'd love to hear from you. What are your thoughts and questions?Hillary Seiler started her journey into finance while navigating the immense pressure of caring for a sick parent at nineteen. Today, she uses those hard-won lessons to guide elite athletes through the complex world of sudden, high-level wealth.High earnings do not guarantee financial freedom. Hillary Seiler and Dr. Allen discuss why income alone fails to create clarity and how professional athletes and high-achievers can shift from reactive habits to intentional financial strategy.Main Points:Build your financial house from the ground up by focusing on education rather than just accumulation.Recognize that money is emotional; successful management requires identifying personal values and setting firm boundaries.Adopt a consistent daily routine to track and manage money, moving away from overwhelming, infrequent financial check-ins.Use wealth as a tool for purpose and long-term impact rather than a reaction to social pressures or lifestyle expectations.Connect With Hillary Seiler:hillary@financialfootwork.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-seiler-89137920/https://www.facebook.com/financialfootworkhttps://www.instagram.com/financialfootwork@financialftwork@financialfootworkhttps://www.youtube.com/@FINANCIALFOOTWORK

Your plans can be airtight and still get overturned at the last second and that is exactly where Erica's story begins. She's a kind, organized, planning-ahead type of person, so when her family lines up a move from Colorado to Alaska, visits in every season, and gets a job path set in motion, it feels like the payoff is finally here. Then her husband gets a deep, gut-level stop sign and they make the brutal call to pull the plug right before everything goes live.From there, we talk honestly about what it's like to live in the in-between: the yearly trips back to Alaska that feel like “home,” the frustration of not having clear answers, and the quiet work of learning to trust God when you don't get the full plan. That waiting season becomes the doorway to something they never could have scheduled, the decision to pursue foster care. Erica shares the real timeline of getting certified, what placements can look like, and why their home shifts from being open to little kids to saying yes to teens.Then the episode turns into a jaw-dropping adoption story. A newborn comes to their home through the safe haven law, and Erica reflects with deep gratitude on the birth mother's difficult, loving choice. That placement becomes permanent, and only after the adoption is final do the Alaska doors open again, this time through a new career path as an Alaska State Trooper with a wildlife focus. If you're searching for stories about foster care, adoption, faith, community support, and trusting God when plans change, this conversation will stay with you. Subscribe, share it with a friend who's in a hard middle season, and leave a review with the biggest pivot you've faced.https://generationstogenerations.com/podcastordinarypeoplestories@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestoryhttps://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/X: @storiesextra Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional.All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary ThingsStories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET. Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life. We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

How AI Tools for Therapists Are Built: Trust, Data Privacy, and Choosing What to Adopt - An Interview with Ian Knox and Megan Toomey Ian Knox and Megan Toomey of SimplePractice take therapists behind the scenes of how AI tools for mental health are actually built, trained, and kept secure. We're in the middle of AI month, and Curt and Katie wanted to move past the buzzwords and talk with the people who actually engineer this technology. As part of the show's partnership with SimplePractice, they sit down with Ian Knox, Chief Product Officer, and Megan Toomey, Sr. Director of Clinical Support AI Product Management, to pull back the curtain on how AI tools for therapists get designed, what "training the model" really means, and how client data is handled. They get specific about what to evaluate before adopting any AI tool, from vendor trust and HIPAA compliance to data practices, and why note taking is the most mature use case while insurance, scheduling, intake, and referral matching are still emerging. Ian and Megan also take on the fear that AI-first companies want to replace therapists, and explain why clinicians have to stay at the center of care and review anything they put their name on. This is a grounded, practical conversation for any therapist trying to decide what AI belongs in their practice, and what to be cautious about, without panic or hype. In this episode, we discuss: - How an EHR decides which clinician tasks AI is mature enough to help with - What to evaluate before trusting an AI vendor with client data - Why "HIPAA compliant" is a floor, not proof of strong security - What "training the model" does and does not mean, and why SimplePractice says it is not training an LLM on your data - How transcripts are retained, and the new opt-in for de-identified data - Why you remain responsible for every AI-assisted note you sign - How to talk with clients about AI and get meaningful consent Timestamps: 00:16 - AI month, and why we wanted to talk to people who build AI 01:33 - Who Ian and Megan are 03:21 - SimplePractice's history with AI tools 05:38 - What therapists should know when adding AI to a practice 08:44 - Where clinicians can streamline with AI 12:23 - How to choose which AI features to adopt 16:10 - Why you can't fully trust AI, and best practices 19:29 - What clinicians should know about their data 21:13 - The Trust Center, and "are you here to replace therapists?" 23:55 - How AI systems are trained (the puppy analogy) 27:00 - White-label LLMs and the "golden data set" 29:11 - De-identified transcripts and the opt-in 31:40 - Current tools and the product roadmap Guest bios: Ian Knox is Chief Product Officer at SimplePractice, with prior product leadership at Expedia and Microsoft. Megan Toomey is Sr. Director of Clinical Support AI Product Management at SimplePractice, leading the team building AI tools for behavioral health clinicians, with prior experience at Microsoft and Amazon. Full show notes and transcript: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits Voice Over by DW McCann: https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano: https://groomsymusic.com/

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself how clinicians really decide whether to adopt a new MedTech product?Understanding how clinicians make decisions is one of the most overlooked aspects of MedTech commercialisation. Product features and clinical evidence matter, but they're only part of the decision. In this episode, Hakeem explores what really influences clinician adoption, from patient outcomes and workflow to trust, ease of use, and perceived value, helping MedTech founders better prepare their products for commercial success.In this episode, you'll discover:How clinicians really evaluate whether to adopt a new MedTech product.The key factors that influence clinical adoption beyond evidence alone.Practical insights to strengthen your commercialisation strategy and improve MedTech adoption.Listen now to discover how clinicians make adoption decisions and learn how to position your MedTech product for stronger commercial success and wider clinical adoption.Book a 30min Healthcare Export Accelerator discovery callMessage me via DM on LinkedinThis podcast is for clinicians and solo founders feeling stuck in turning their medical devices into real businesses, with practical insight on go to market strategy, sales strategy, product launch, sales plans, business growth, exporting, selling internationally and how to scale up their international sales in MedTech.

Brian Slater was raised in a traditional but non-religious Jewish family in California. It wasn't until God intervened in his life and rescued him out of the darkness of addiction that he began to embrace the true Messiah, Yeshua. Brian started helping others in the Los Angeles area who suffered from addiction issues, and as he served others, his heart for them grew. He felt called to move (aliyah) to Israel in 1996, and today, he is the CEO of Abundant Bread of Salvation, a food pantry that serves not only Holocaust survivors, but those suffering in Israel amid the volatile Middle East war. Every week, his ministry reaches approximately 400 people. Relying totally on volunteers, Abundant Bread of Salvation has been reaching “pre-believers” for more than 15 years, and seen many receive Yeshua as their personal Savior. TAKEAWAYS The Bible says that Jesus will bring the scattered back to Zion (Jeremiah 31:10) The ‘Adopt-a-Holocaust' Program provides help and services to elderly Holocaust survivors in Israel Israel is a dangerous place right now amid the war, with many Israelis living under constant threat and poverty 70-80 percent of those whom the ministry reaches are “pre-believers” in hopes they will place their faith in the Messiah, Yeshua

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What if the thing that makes your business grow faster isn't urgency, pressure, or pushing harder - but your calm energy? In this episode of It's Your Offer, I'm continuing the Summer Shorts Series with a conversation about one of the most powerful, and often overlooked, business growth tools: your emotional state as the founder. We live in a culture that rewards urgency. Move faster. Do more. Respond immediately. Stay ahead. Don't fall behind. Adopt the next thing. Chase the shiny object. Keep pushing. And somewhere along the way, many business owners started to believe that stress is a sign of commitment and overwhelm is simply the price of success. But what if that is not true? What if calm is not the opposite of ambition? What if calm is actually what allows you to lead more powerfully, make better decisions, create more spaciousness, and grow your business with more ease? In this episode, I'm sharing why calm has become one of my most powerful tools as a business owner, how your energy as the founder shapes the entire business, and why the strongest businesses are not led by frantic founders - they are led by intentional ones. Because your business absorbs your energy. Your team feels it. Your clients feel it. Your prospects feel it. Your content even carries it. And when you learn how to lead from a more grounded place, everything gets clearer. Your decisions improve. Your priorities sharpen. Your team settles. Your clients feel more deeply supported. And your business starts to feel like something you are intentionally leading instead of constantly reacting to.   Mentioned in this episode Schedule a Consultation Offer Optimization Scorecard   Work/Connect with me: Offer Optimization Scorecard Book a Profit Strategy Call Leave a Podcast Review Subscribe   Tune in to start taking your business and life to the next level today and don't forget to subscribe or follow the podcast to make sure you don't miss any future episodes. Visit https://jessicamillercoaching.com/ to learn more. You can also follow me on Instagram (@jessicadioguardimiller) and Facebook.

What if we not only encouraged our students to pray, but we got our churches and networks to join in praying for the next generation, especially at the beginning of a new school year? On this episode of Student Ministry Connection, Steve shares about National Network of Youth Ministries' Symphony of Prayer, which involves several prayer movements you can get involved in.      Links referenced in this episode:  Learn more about Symphony of Prayer - https://nnym.org/symphony  Footprints on Campus - https://nnym.org/footprints  Adopt a School - https://everyschool.com  Bless Our Schools Sunday - https://momsinprayer.org  See You at the Pole - https://syatp.com  Steps of Prayer - https://christianeducators.org  Prayer Walk Project - https://claimyourcampus.com  Operation P.R.A.Y. - https://operationpray.com Pray 9:38 - https://everyschool.com/pray/938  Prayer Zone Partners - https://campusmissionary.com/leaders  Top 9 Prayer Challenge - https://9monthmissiontrip.com/prayer  Find your next speaker at The Speaker Hub - https://youthminhub.com/speakerhub  Learn more about Steve's ministry with NNYM - https://nnym.org/stevecullum  Sign up to get Steve's newsletter - https://bit.ly/cullumnewsletter  Support the ministry by giving online - https://bit.ly/cullumsupport  Contact Steve about partnerships, speaking, coaching, or consulting - https://bit.ly/cullumcontact  Follow Student Ministry Connection on Instagram - https://instagram.com/studentministryconnection  Read Steve's blog - https://stevecullum.com  Follow Steve on Twitter - https://twitter.com/stevecullum  Follow Steve on Instagram - https://instagram.com/stevecullum  Follow Steve on Facebook - https://facebook.com/stevecullum    Be sure to join us in prayer for revival every Wednesday at 11am PT, 12pm MT, 1pm CT, 2pm ET.    Looking for student ministry resources? Check out Steve's curated list of books, games, and more at https://www.amazon.com/shop/stevecullum    Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links. By clicking them, Steve may receive commission to support this ministry.    Subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Links to the more popular ones are at https://linktr.ee/studentministryconnection     If you like what you hear, be sure to like, subscribe, share, and comment! Thanks, be sure to get connected, and may God bless your ministry!    

The House passes a $95 billion budget proposal along party lines, but it faces uncertainty in the Senate. AP correspondent Jennifer King reports.

Building an open adoption relationship isn't about having the perfect plan.It's about choosing honesty, trust, and putting the child at the center...again and again.In this deeply moving conversation, Rebecca sits down with adoptive mom Lindsay McKenzie and birth mom Hali to share what open adoption has actually looked like for them over the past six years. Together, they pull back the curtain on the fears, insecurities, boundaries, and beautiful moments that have shaped their relationship—and why openness isn't something you schedule, it's something you build.From meeting for the very first time to navigating difficult conversations, milestones, and the questions their son is beginning to ask, Lindsay and Hali offer an honest, hopeful look at what happens when two mothers choose to work together with love, respect, and one shared priority: their child.Whether you're considering adoption, preparing to meet an expectant parent, or already navigating an open adoption relationship, this episode is filled with wisdom that will stay with you long after it ends.In this episode, we talk about:What hopeful adoptive parents are really afraid of before meeting an expectant mom—and what helps those fears fadeWhat open adoption actually looks like years later (and why it doesn't require rigid rules or schedules)How trust is built through honest conversations, healthy boundaries, and mutual respectWhy letting your child lead conversations about their adoption story creates confidence instead of confusionThe language that strengthens connection—and the phrases both adoptive and birth parents wish people would stop usingPractical advice for anyone preparing to build an open adoption relationship rooted in authenticity, vulnerability, and loveAbout Lindsay McKenzie & Hali:Lindsay McKenzie is an adoptive mother, adoption advocate, and adoption strategist with RG Adoption Consulting. After navigating infertility and her own adoption journey, she now helps hopeful adoptive families prepare for the emotional, practical, and relational realities of adoption. Lindsay is also the author of The Story of You, a children's book created to help adopted children grow up knowing and celebrating their unique story from the very beginning.Hali is Miles' birth mother and a passionate advocate for openness, honesty, and child-centered adoption. Through her relationship with Lindsay and their shared commitment to keeping Miles at the heart of every decision, she is helping reshape what open adoption can look like. Together, Lindsay and Hali are committed to showing families that healthy, respectful relationships between adoptive and birth parents are not only possible—they can become one of adoption's greatest gifts.RG Adoption ConsultingWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a Complimentary Adoption Strategy Session → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt? Take the Quiz to Find Out → https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz Before you choose an agency, spend money, or move forward—start with these 10 honest conversations that will help you: https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/10-conversations-before-you-adoptTune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow, a 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions, or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

The world's best break up...? My Mom thinks she was a bad Mom

Great leadership doesn't happen accidentally. It takes great intention and vision. In this episode, Jesse walks us through 4 leadership phrases you can adopt to help you lead better.

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Half the world's coral reefs have died since the 1970s. That's the kind of number that makes a person feel too small to matter. Sam Teicher has built his whole approach around refusing to let it. Sam is the co-founder and Chief Reef Officer of Coral Vita, a company that grows coral in land-based farms and plants it back onto dying reefs. He could have built a nonprofit to do it. He built a for-profit instead — after a UN-funded project collapsed when a small, restrictive grant didn't renew — and started with just $1,000. A decade later, Coral Vita runs farms from the Bahamas to Saudi Arabia and has earned Sam the Earthshot Prize and a Forbes 30 Under 30 nod.

Logan Marshall-Green is a very respected actor who has been working for over twenty years in some of your favorite movies and television shows including "The O.C.," "Devil," "24," "Prometheus," "The Invitation," "Quarry," "Upgrade," "When They See Us," "Carry-On," "Marshals" and now, Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey." Marshall-Green was gracious enough to lend us an hour of his time as he came into the studio and spoke with us about these projects, his theater upbringing, working with Tom Holland on "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and now on "The Odyssey," his thoughts on A.I., whether or not he will direct again after his 2019 directorial debut "Adopt a Highway," what kind of an actor he wants to be known as, if the countless comparisons to Tom Hardy bother him, and more, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out "The Odyssey," which is now playing in theaters from Universal Pictures. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I recently sparked some heated social media "discussions" by pointing out a hard, inconvenient truth: if honest breeders stop breeding, the demand for puppies doesn't magically disappear. It just gets funneled directly to puppy mills and irresponsible backyard breeders.   In this episode I explain the biggest misunderstanding the adopt-don't-shop movement projects and share the data on where these dogs are actually coming from. We dive deep into why ethical breeding is a professional, skilled service—and why we have to stop shaming the most responsible breeders into undercharging, overgiving, and burning themselves into the ground.   If you're tired of being villainized online for doing things the right way, this honest, unfiltered episode is the exact reality check the dog world needs right now. Check out Elevated Breeder: https://honestdogbreeder.com/elevatedbreeder

Retirement is the beginning of a new chapter, full of opportunity, challenges, and critical decisions about your financial future. Protecting your retirement means understanding and proactively managing the most significant risks you will face. On the show this week, I explore the five biggest risks to a secure retirement and outline strategies to help you and your family prepare for the road ahead.Outliving Your MoneyMost people underestimate how long their retirement might last. According to Social Security actuarial data, a 65-year-old man has a 50% chance of reaching age 84; for women, it's 87. For couples, there is an even chance at least one partner will live past 90, and a one-in-five chance one will reach 95. Planning for “average life expectancy” is not enough—by definition, half of retirees will outlive that average. Structure your retirement plan and savings to last up to 30 years.Market & Sequence of Returns RiskFuture investment returns are unknowable, especially as you near retirement. The sequence of those returns—the order in which market ups and downs occur—can determine whether you run out of money. A retiree who encounters a bear market early in retirement is far more vulnerable than someone hit with poor returns later on. I recommend you:De-Risk Your Portfolio Before Retirement: Gradually shift to safer assets in your final working years.Build a Cash Buffer: Maintaining three years of living expenses in cash or similarly stable assets lets you weather bear markets without selling investments at a loss.Stress Test Your Retirement Date: Can you still retire if the market drops 30% the year before retirement?Adopt a Flexible Withdrawal Plan: Use guardrails—predefined spending increases or cuts—to respond to market conditions.Health and Long-Term Care RiskHealthcare costs are one of the largest and least predictable components of retirement expenses. About 70% of people turning 65 will need some form of long-term care, which can cost upwards of $75,000–$130,000 per year, depending on the type of care. Critically, Medicare does not cover most long-term care needs. Evaluate whether you can self-insure or if you need to purchase long-term care insurance. Your decision window closes in your 50s and early 60s.Decision and Fraud RiskThe risk of making poor decisions—especially under stress—or falling victim to fraud is rising. Cognitive decline can begin well before it is noticeable, and with the rise of AI, scams are more convincing than ever. Put defensive measures in place, maybe add trusted contacts to your accounts, update power of attorney and beneficiaries, and set a family code word to combat scams involving cloned voices.Inflation RiskOver a 30-year retirement, even a modest inflation rate can erode your purchasing power by half. At 3% inflation, today's $60,000 lifestyle will require $120,000 in just 24 years. We all need to plan for rising costs, so periodically review and adjust your projections and spending patterns as prices change.Outline of This Episode[05:41] Optimizing Social Security Strategy[09:52] Managing Retirement Portfolio Risks[13:08] Planning for long-term care costs[14:47] Assessing long-term care options[19:20] Preparing family financial safeguards[21:50] Preparing for future challengesResources MentionedCost of Care Report | Carescout Connect With Scott WellensSchedule a discovery call with ScottSend a message to ScottVisit Fortress Planning GroupConnect with Scott on LinkedInFollow Scott on TwitterFortress Planning Group on FacebookSubscribe to Best In WealthAudio Production and Show Notes byPODCAST FAST TRACKhttps://www.podcastfasttrack.comPodcast Disclaimer:The Best In Wealth Podcast is hosted by Scott Wellens. Scott Wellens is the principal at Fortress Planning Group. Fortress Planning Group is a registered investment advisory firm regulated by the US Securities and Exchange Commission in accordance and compliance with securities laws and regulations. Fortress Planning Group does not render or offer to render personalized investment or tax advice through the Best In Wealth Podcast. The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, investment or legal advice.*******************************************************************************************************

Air quality is expected to improve today as smoke from Canadian wildfires moves out of the area.....Reports say that Midtown tower that almost collapsed may have been missing a steel reinforcement....A NYC shelter needs your help to adopt the over 900 an full 435 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:55:28 +0000 1whiw0dbuLu1xltQaisJdhniOfkDFkxw news 1010 WINS ALL LOCAL news Air quality is expected to improve today as smoke from Canadian wildfires moves out of the area.....Reports say that Midtown tower that almost collapsed may have been missing a steel reinforcement....A NYC shelter needs your help to adopt the over 900 an The podcast is hyper-focused on local news, issues and events in the New York City area. This podcast's purpose is to give New Yorkers New York news about their neighborhoods and shine a light on the issues happening in their backyard. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

Old Mrs. Moody holds her breath as the prize wheel spins at the Adopt-a-Pet booth. Who will win, and what will the GRAND PRIZE be? "And the winner is… Misssssusss Moooooody!" She wins! And the grand prize is a fishbowl and a beautiful little goldfish! Thrilled with her new pet, Mrs. Moody hurries home to set up the fishbowl and settle her little fishy into its new home. All is going well until she tries to feed it and accidentally dumps the whole box of fish food into the water. And now the water is cloudy and dirty! Oh no! Her poor little fish! Old Mrs. Moody isn't sure what to do. Just then, Catbaloo knocks on the door and comes to the rescue. She's had a goldfish before and knows just what to do to fix the dirty water problem. Once the water is clean again, Catbaloo even shows Old Mrs. Moody that goldfish can learn to do tricks, and before long, her little goldfish is quite the performer! Throughout the story, listeners will learn a little about caring for a goldfish and be reminded that sometimes help is already on the way, even if you can't see it yet. © 2026 Old Mrs. Moody Stories

Most founders assume that building a great product and serving customers well will be enough to protect what they have built. Eric Ries, author of The Lean Startup and the new book Incorruptible, argues that the assumption is dangerously wrong.   In this episode of Business For Good, Paul Shapiro sits down with Eric Ries to explore why successful organizations are systematically pulled toward corruption by a force he calls financial gravity. The conversation examines how short-term investor incentives, flawed governance structures, and misaligned compensation hollow out companies from the inside, often without anyone intending it. Eric explains the difference between mission-hopeful companies that merely wish to stay on course and mission-driven companies that have actually engineered structural protections into their governance.   The discussion covers why independent directors have statistically failed to prevent corporate corruption, how industrial foundation structures used by companies like Patagonia, IKEA, and Novo Nordisk produce dramatically better long-term outcomes, and why tenured voting rights could realign shareholder power with genuine stewardship. Paul and Eric also explore how the same forces corrupt nonprofit organizations, using examples from animal welfare and Eric's work with Adopt-a-Pet founder David Meyer.   Things You Will Learn: Why the most successful companies become the most vulnerable targets for corruption, and why it is a systems problem, not a people problem. How financial gravity collapses organizations over time, stripping away the qualities that made them distinctive. Why independent directors have statistically failed to prevent corporate corruption despite being the standard prescription. How industrial foundation structures produce companies that are roughly five times more likely to survive to year 50 than conventionally governed peers. Why tenured voting rights and multi-stakeholder governance could replace the broken one-share-one-vote model.   Tools & Frameworks Covered: Financial Gravity: The systemic force transmitted by financial markets that gradually pulls companies away from their founding mission toward extractive behavior, regardless of the intentions of the people involved. Mission Hopeful vs. Mission Driven: A diagnostic framework for evaluating whether an organization has genuine structural protections for its mission or is simply hoping good intentions will be enough. Constitutional Governance / Industrial Foundation Structure: A corporate governance model where an outside nonprofit foundation or purpose trust serves as mission guardian over a for-profit operating company, used by Patagonia, Novo Nordisk, IKEA, and others, with evidence showing dramatically higher longevity and financial performance. #BusinessForGood #SustainableBusiness #FutureOfFood #AlternativeProtein 

Chicago Wolves' Courtney Mahoney on Adopt-a-Dog Nights, Community Giving, and Women in Hockey OpsHost Julie Marty Pearson welcomes Courtney Mahoney, Chicago Wolves president of operations, to discuss how she rose from a college intern with no hockey background to overseeing multiple departments by saying yes to new responsibilities across game ops, community work, creative, TV, and merchandise. Courtney shares the Wolves' long-running commitment to Chicagoland giving—especially their monthly Adopt-a-Dog game nights with Border Tails Rescue and Right Way Rescue, where fans can meet dogs in the arena and adopt on the spot, contributing to over 1,900 adoptions and strong retention. She also highlights additional animal-focused efforts like pet health fairs offering free vaccines in underprivileged communities and volunteer shelter support. The conversation also covers Courtney's experience as a woman in hockey operations, the importance of growing women's leadership, and practical ways listeners can support nonprofits with time, talent, or treasure.01:12 Courtney Career Journey02:51 Rising Through Roles04:36 Passion Projects and Real Work06:29 Adopt a Dog Nights09:11 Beyond Adoption Giving Back11:47 Personal Pets and Loss13:34 Women Leading in Hockey17:11 Community First Leadership17:28 Women In Sports Careers19:53 Trust Your Gut20:45 Ditch The Shoulds21:59 Giving Back Through Work25:24 Shelter Reality And Support27:27 Game Day Dog Adoptions Support the showSupport the Podcast by Buying Us a Treat via Buy Me a CoffeeShop our Affiliate Partners:

Every child deserves to see themselves reflected in the story of how life begins.But for adopted children, donor-conceived children, and children born through surrogacy or IVF, traditional conversations about reproduction often leave them feeling like an exception instead of part of the story.In this episode, Rebecca sits down with family physician and educator Dr. Robin Dickinson to explore how parents can talk about bodies, reproduction, consent, and adoption in ways that build confidence instead of confusion. Together, they unpack why the language we use matters, how to make birth stories both truthful and empowering, and why these conversations should start much earlier than most parents realize.Whether you're parenting through adoption or simply want to raise body-confident, emotionally secure children, this conversation offers practical tools that every family can use.In this episode, we talk about:Why every child shares the same origin story—and how that simple truth creates belongingHow traditional sex education unintentionally leaves adopted children out of the conversationWhy using anatomically correct language helps protect children and build body confidenceHow to tell your child's adoption story honestly while honoring their birth parents with compassionWhat "the body remembers" means for children adopted at birth and how to parent with greater sensitivityHow to teach consent, healthy relationships, and body safety from the earliest years—not just during the "sex talk"About Dr. Robin:Dr. Robin Dickinson is a family physician, educator, and creator of a comprehensive body literacy and reproduction curriculum designed to help parents have honest, age-appropriate conversations with children. Passionate about inclusive education, Dr. Robin teaches families how to talk about bodies, reproduction, consent, and relationships in ways that affirm every child's story—including adoptees, donor-conceived children, and children born through surrogacy or assisted reproductive technology. Through her work, she helps parents replace shame with confidence and create conversations that foster belonging from the very beginning.Connect with Dr. Robin:Website: https://docrobinschool.com/Free Parent Guides: https://docrobinschool.com/talkResources Mentioned: Project 127: https://www.project127.org/ The Body Keeps the Score: https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-scoreRG Adoption ConsultingWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a Complimentary Adoption Strategy Session → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt? Take the Quiz to Find Out → https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz Before you choose an agency, spend money, or move forward—start with these 10 honest conversations that will help you: https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/10-conversations-before-you-adopt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadoptionroadmap Tune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow, a 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions, or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

This week, Sam is continuing on the topic of social media making fitness a performance. She shares practical ways that you can adopt a genuinely fit lifestyle without jumping on trends and comparing yourself to influencers. Key topics:The importance of identifying your personal why for health and fitnessWhy to prioritize 'why' over 'how' in your health journeyThe dangers of social media comparison and curated lifestylesSimple, sustainable habits: move your body, eat what feels good, drink waterThe importance of reducing social media screen time to focus on real lifeEmbracing contentment over constant content consumptionTry a free week of 15 minute workouts from your home!https://www.bloomflourishfitness.com/free-week-of-workouts

Australian universities will be required to adopt formal definitions of racism, including antisemitism, Islamophobia and racism against First Nations peoples, under new national standards. The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) says all higher education providers must comply with the new requirements from January 2027. The regulator will also issue guidance to help universities develop clear definitions of racism and implement meaningful measures to address it.

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Watch the show on television by downloading the SuperCrowd.tv Channel app to your Roku or Amazon Fire TV or e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or Amazon Fire TV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Nicole: I walk into challenges not seeing them as insurmountable. Let's figure this out.Nicole Whalen, founder of Green Compass, is revolutionizing urban sustainability by tackling one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions: buildings. During today's episode, Nicole explained how her company uses an innovative approach to retrofit commercial properties in Washington, D.C., turning asphalt-covered cities into vibrant green spaces.“At least 70% of the city's emissions come from the building sector,” Nicole shared. “Green Compass retrofits them to be no and low carbon, combining clean energy and clean water solutions.”The standout feature of Green Compass's work is its emphasis on green stormwater infrastructure. Nicole's team installs rain gardens, infiltration trenches, and tree canopies to manage runoff water naturally. Their proprietary stormwater retention credit system incentivizes property owners to adopt greener systems by creating financial rewards for reducing pollution and preventing floods.Nicole offered a glimpse into her process: “We excavate very large holes and backfill them with special sand, soil, and native plants. This captures rain where it falls, preventing it from running off hard surfaces into rivers without treatment.” These systems don't just mitigate water pollution and flooding—they're living, carbon-sequestering ecosystems.The visual transformation of once drab, urban parking lots into vibrant green spaces is a key motivator for the team. Nicole explained, “It's amazing when we replace asphalt with gardens that bloom with flowers like irises. These changes improve not just the environment but community aesthetics.”Green Compass's accomplishments extend beyond environmental impact. By selling over $1 million in stormwater retention credits, the company has proven the viability of its business model. Nicole is currently raising capital via a regulated crowdfunding campaign on Honeycomb Credit to expand Green Compass's groundbreaking work.“I'd much rather profit-share with mission-driven investors than big banks,” Nicole confided. Her crowdfunding approach also amplifies the value of her investors' feedback and insight.With 10 acres under management, Green Compass is poised to continue scaling its mission of transforming urban landscapes into carbon-sequestering havens. Nicole's story of combining ambition, innovation, and environmental stewardship is an inspiring call to action for future-focused entrepreneurs.tl;dr:Nicole Whalen founded Green Compass to address emissions and urban flooding using green infrastructure.Green Compass sells stormwater retention credits to incentivize eco-friendly retrofits for buildings.Efforts include creating rain gardens, tree canopies, and trenches to reduce runoff and beautify cities.Nicole demonstrates fearless problem-solving by building new markets and doubling down on innovative ideas.She's raising funds via Honeycomb Credit, sharing profits with mission-driven investors to scale impact.How to Develop Fearless Problem-Solving As a SuperpowerNicole's superpower lies in her mindset of tackling challenges head-on with the question, “How hard can it be?” She explained, “I walk into challenges not seeing them as insurmountable. Let's figure this out.” This willingness to solve problems with determination and optimism reflects her “lean into change” philosophy, which has steered Green Compass through an unpredictable world.One standout example of this superpower in action is Nicole's adoption of stormwater retention credits as a revenue stream for Green Compass. When she founded the company in 2018, this wasn't part of the plan. But using her knowledge of solar credits, she built a successful model that now accounts for 80% of Green Compass's revenue, surpassing $1 million to date. Her ability to see opportunities in emerging markets has made her company a pioneer in D.C.'s stormwater credit ecosystem.Here are her tips to develop fearless problem-solving as a personal strength:See Change as Opportunity: Lean into uncertainty with faith that new outcomes can be better.Tackle Challenges Efficiently: Stay calm in adversity and focus on finding actionable solutions.Adopt a Growth Mindset: Treat every challenge as a learning experience to build resilience and expertise.Draw Parallels: Apply knowledge from one domain (like solar credits) creatively in other contexts.By following Nicole's example and advice, you can make fearless problem-solving a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileNicole Whalen (she/her):Founder & CEO, Green Compass LLCAbout Green Compass LLC: Based in Washington DC, Green Compass retrofits commercial and multifamily buildings to fight climate change by deploying:

That Solo Life Episode 347: Why Senior PR Pros Should Focus on Development Not Decline Episode Summary Are you in the later stages of your Solo PR career?  Today's episode of That Solo Life is one of the most grounded, research-backed, and genuinely useful conversations the show has had about what it means to be a late-career practitioner in an AI-dominated landscape — and why the narrative telling experienced pros they're behind the curve is not only wrong, it's the exact opposite of what the evidence shows. Karen and Michelle walk through the real data on AI adoption, two peer-reviewed studies that directly challenge the 'experience is a liability' myth, a practical three-bucket framework for deciding what to ignore, what to adopt, and what to anchor, four mindset shifts for the final stretch, and three action items that can be done this week. The tone throughout is not inspirational poster energy. It's honest, warm, and built for practitioners who are genuinely tired and need a practical path forward, not another list of tools to chase.   Episode Highlights [00:25] The Opening Sentence That Names What Everyone Is Feeling: Michelle opens with what she calls 'a statement a lot of our listeners have either said out loud or are saying to themselves': she's five years from wrapping up her career, and she just doesn't have it in her to learn one more new tool. Karen doesn't argue. She validates it — and then reframes it. The feeling isn't laziness or fear. It's the cumulative weight of four or five complete technology revolutions inside a single career. [01:59] The Real Weight of Experience: Four Technology Revolutions in One Career: Karen lists what experienced PR pros have already navigated in a single career: typewriters to desktop publishing, fax machines to email, print media to social, and now AI. The question she frames for the rest of the episode: the real question isn't 'can I learn this?' — you've already proven you can, repeatedly. The question is how much of this do you actually need to learn, and how do you protect your energy for what matters most. [03:16] The Data on the AI Usage Gap — and What It Actually Means: Karen cites National Bureau of Economic Research data: AI tool usage at work is about 34% for workers under 40, and about 17% for workers 50 and up. That gap is real. But the research also shows it's not about ability — it's about confidence and on-ramps. Nobody handed experienced practitioners a clear 'start here' door. The industry is selling urgency, not discernment. And discernment is exactly what experience builds. [04:41] Busting the Myth: Experience Is Not a Liability in an AI World: The myth Karen and Michelle want to kill: that going further along in your career means you're slower, behind, and less valuable in an AI world. The counter-argument is research-backed. As AI makes production work cheaper, what becomes scarce and valuable is judgment — knowing what's worth doing, what's true, and what will land with a reporter versus blow up in a client's face. Karen's line: you cannot prompt your way to 30 years of pattern recognition. [05:51] Two Studies That Prove Experience Is an Advantage, Not a Liability: Karen cites two unexpected findings. A University of Mannheim study of BMW plant workers found productivity actually increased with age, right up to retirement — because veterans knew which problems were expensive and headed them off before they occurred. A North Carolina State study of software developers found that older programmers knew a wider range of topics, answered questions better, and in some cases were more adept with newer systems. The researcher's theory: if you're fluent in old technology, you understand new technology better because you know what problem it's solving. [09:48] The Three-Bucket Framework: Ignore, Adopt, Anchor: The practical core of the episode. Ignore: the platform of the month (if it's durable, it'll still be there in a year), tool maximalism (one capable AI assistant covers the overwhelming majority of actual work), becoming a technologist (fluency, not engineering), and anything you're only doing out of fear. Adopt: baseline AI fluency using one tool for real tasks, and understanding how audiences are now finding information through AI rather than clicking through to websites. Anchor: the things you don't age out of — judgment, relationships, trust built over decades, storytelling, strategy, and ethics. [15:30] Anchor: The Things You Don't Age Out Of: Karen's framing for the anchor bucket: as the tools get cheaper, your judgment gets more valuable. This includes knowing what not to publish, when to tell a client to stay quiet, and how to catch the AI-generated thing that is confidently, completely wrong. Michelle: that last one is becoming a job all in itself. Karen's reframe for the whole framework: the new tools handle the first draft. You handle the final judgment. That's not a demotion. That's the senior seat. You've earned the editor's chair. [16:33] Four Mindset Shifts for the Final Stretch: Development not decline — treat this stage as its own stage with its own strengths, not as a countdown. Curiosity over mastery — you don't have to be the best at the new thing, just conversant enough that you're never in a meeting where a term comes up and you have no idea what it means. Pick one tool and go deep — depth in one beats a panic attack across many. Partner, don't martyr — bring in a younger pro or a specialist for execution-heavy tasks; you bring the strategy and judgment, they bring the hands-on tooling. Everybody wins. [21:04] Legacy: The Mindset Piece That Reframes Everything: The fourth mindset shift is the one that hits differently: legacy. The mentoring, the coaching, the teaching, the writing — these are not the consolation prize of winding down. They are how your judgment keeps compounding and outlives your client roster. At this stage, the experience is the product. And that's exactly what the Solo PR Pro community is built around — a private, safe place to ask the questions you don't want to ask out loud in front of a client or prospect. [22:07] Three Action Items — Small Ones: Karen closes with three specific, this-week actions. Pick one AI assistant and use it for one real task — not a course, not a certification, just one task. Take your 'supposed to learn' list and run it through the three-bucket framework — cross out everything in the ignore column and watch the list get lighter. Have one conversation about partnering — find one execution-heavy thing you keep avoiding and find a person to delegate it to, not to learn it. Resources & Additional Information National Bureau of Economic Research: Workplace Adoption of Generative AI Oxford Academic: Work, Aging and Retirement late-career development mindset study Science Direct - Productivity and Age: Evidence from work teams at the assembly line Muck Rack: The State of AI in PR (2026, 2025) North Carolina State University: Older is Wiser Solo PR Pro membership community: soloprpro.com That Solo Life podcast website: thatsololife.com Host & Show Info That Solo Life is a podcast created for public relations, communication, and marketing professionals who work as independent and small practitioners. Hosted by Karen Swim, APR, President of Solo PR Pro, and Michelle Kane, Principal of Voice Matters, the show delivers expert insights, encouragement, and practical advice for solo PR pros navigating today's dynamic professional landscape. Listen to all episodes and catch up on previous conversations at thatsololife.com. Did this episode inspire you? 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Depuis quelques semaines, le continent semble découvrir le réchauffement. Les chercheurs ont pourtant alerté : l'Europe se réchauffe deux fois plus vite que la moyenne du reste du monde. Et les épisodes que l'on connait cet été ne sont pas les premiers. Mais la prise de conscience est lente et, surtout, les adaptations difficiles à mettre en œuvre. De l'agriculture au tourisme, comment faire face à la canicule et à la sécheresse ? En Hongrie, les lacs sont au plus bas Le réchauffement climatique affecte le tourisme et l'économie des loisirs. Prenons l'exemple de la Hongrie : l'été, dans ce pays d'Europe centrale qui n'a pas d'accès à la mer, les lacs sont pris d'assaut par les vacanciers. Mais ces lacs sont aujourd'hui menacés, leur niveau n'a jamais été aussi bas. Notre correspondante Florence La Bruyère s'est rendue à une quarantaine de kilomètres de la capitale, au lac Velence. Troisième plus grand lac de Hongrie, il ressemble aujourd'hui à une mare boueuse et jaunâtre qui n'attire guère les baigneurs. À lire aussiEn Hongrie, la sécheresse cause une baisse record du niveau des lacs Quelles solutions pour les agriculteurs ?  Les organisations professionnelles estiment déjà à près de 8% la baisse moyenne de production de céréales pour l'UE et le Royaume-Uni cette année. Pour le maïs français, c'est presqu'un tiers de pertes.  Des changements s'imposent dans les pratiques, mais à court terme, que peuvent faire les agriculteurs face à la crise ? Nous avons posé la question à Iñaki Garcia de Cortazar Atauri, il est ingénieur de recherches à l'INRAE, Institut national de recherche pour l'agriculture, l'alimentation et l'environnement. À lire aussiRéchauffement climatique: les canicules successives obligent les agriculteurs français et européens à s'adapter Bien-être animal : la canicule révèle la misère des élevages En France, plus de 2 millions et demi de volailles sont mortes de déshydratation et de chaleur dans des élevages à cause de la canicule du mois de juin. Là encore on a le sentiment de ne pas savoir tirer les leçons du passé : en 2003, la chaleur avait décimé près de 5 millions de volatiles. L'occasion de s'interroger avec le journaliste Olivier Favier – qu'on retrouve régulièrement sur la page Connaissances du site de RFI – sur l'état des lieux du bien-être animal. Il faut revenir pour commencer sur un texte qui a 50 ans cette année (2026) : la loi du 10 juillet 1976 sur la protection de la nature. Adopté à la quasi-unanimité des députés français, c'est un texte fondateur.   À Barcelone, la Sagrada Familia n'en finit pas… et menace les voisins  Avec ses tours élancées aux formes étranges, sa forêt de colonnes géantes baignée de lumière colorée, la cathédrale de la Sagrada Familia est un incontournable. Mais 140 ans après le début des travaux, le chef-d'œuvre de l'architecte Antonio Gaudi n'est pas terminé ! Il reste une façade entière à construire, et c'est une façade qui fait polémique, nous explique Elise Gazengel. À lire aussiLa Sagrada Familia: l'oeuvre toujours inachevée de Gaudí sous les projecteurs, 100 ans après sa mort

We talk with Mike Worley about why small acts of service can change the trajectory of kids in crisis and how a “safe and comfortable” version of faith misses the point. We break down how CarePortal turns real local needs into practical next steps, and why showing up consistently matters even when foster care and adoption get hard. Connect with Mike & Beautiful Redemption:http://Beautifulredemption.comhttps://generationstogenerations.com/podcastordinarypeoplestories@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestoryhttps://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/X: @storiesextra Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional.All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary ThingsStories shared by guests may not always be shared views  of OPET. Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life. We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

Contribution Isn't A Program. It Is A Mindset! Supersize Your Business Annual Challenge Day 192! Pop in here every day for a dose of different business building perspective! https://facebook.com/supersizebusiness Supersize Your Business (free) Skool link: https://www.skool.com/supersize-your-business-1654/about #supersizeyourbusiness #supersizechallenge #supersizeyourbusinessannualchallenge #contribution #give #dowhatyoucan #supersizeyourbusinesschallenge #givingback #businessimpact #givetoget #valueofgiving #share #startwhereyouare #actnow #takeaction #heartbreak #businesscause #businesspassion #businessmission #careabout #EntrepreneurMindset #SupersizeYourBusiness #PurposeDrivenBusiness #StartWhereYouAre #guiltgiving #investigate #alignwithbusiness #makesense #feelgoodabout #skills #money #contributionmindset #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit Adopt a contribution mindset to improve your daily operations. This guide explains how to use the SOAP framework to identify and bridge critical business gaps. Sharon breaks down the concept of contribution as a mindset, offering a practical tool you can apply immediately to your routine. Whether you are scaling your operations or refining your workflow, this session provides a structured approach to ensure your efforts align with your long-term goals. We focus on day 192 of the Supersize Your Business Annual Challenge, giving you a clear roadmap for execution. Learning to implement the SOAP framework allows you to see exactly where your processes fall short. By identifying these gaps, you can shift from passive activity to intentional contribution mindset practices. This approach is designed for entrepreneurs who need actionable steps rather than abstract theory, helping you maintain momentum through the annual challenge cycle. Subscribe for daily business strategy breakdowns, and comment below on which part of your current workflow needs the most attention.

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Which days do you hate at work? Not sure if my Mom got screwed in this deal... Am I a gay influencer now? Become a Certified Fan! Help support the podcast and get our Thursday show, More Mama's Boy! OR upgrade your support here!  Adopt An Episode! Want to show us a little extra love? Adopt an Episode and get a personal shoutout in an upcoming show! This episode was adopted by the amazing Angela P! Happy Birthday!  Thank you!! A special thank you to our Boy-lievers for your extra support of our show: Tabatha W, Candy Z, Marci H, Eileen F, Rachelrose S, Donald S, Queen Pam, Erin D, Alexandra T, Deb S, Julie B, Carly C, Karissa R, Sue W, Lucino C, Lisa H, Kayla S, Karen W, Tina U, Lety S, Julia M, Michele K, Angela P, Meghan D and Abby L! Listen to my other podcast, “Kramer and Jess Uncensored”! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener wrote in recently and said the quiet part out loud — "I know I'm supposed to have this extra weight on - and I feel heathier, but it's so hard to keep eating when all I want to do is lose it. I've been cutting corners and I feel tempted to slip. How do I learn to be okay in this body and keep going?" Sister, if that's you — this episode is for you. Today Lindsey walks through the eight things she returns to again and again with the women she coaches — the shifts that help when your body feels foreign, when you're scared, when you don't know how to keep choosing recovery. Not quick fixes. Real ground to stand on while you find your way home to yourself. The short version: do the next recovered you thing Before the eight, the heart of it: just do the next recovered you thing. You don't have to figure out the whole road. You only have to take the next step the recovered version of you would take. Stop identifying with the older, smaller version of you — she wasn't your best self; she was you running on fumes. The body you're in now isn't your enemy. It's where the rest of your life gets to live. 8 things that help when your body doesn't feel like yours 1. Understand the recovery process. What you're going through is normal. Your body is healing, and healing isn't a sign you're doing it wrong — it's a sign you're doing it. Begin shifting your focus from how your body looks to how your body is healing. You're allowed to feel terrified and still take the next step. Both can be true. 2. Challenge the negative chatter. Acceptance starts with awareness. The harsh thoughts about your body? Those are symptoms of the disorder, not the truth. The mirror lies through that filter. Instead of trying to leap straight to loving how you look, aim first for respecting your body. That's the bridge. 3. Focus on body functions over body image. Your body is a vessel — it carries your soul through this life. As Glennon Doyle said: your body is not your masterpiece; your life is. Notice what your body lets you do. Appreciate it for showing up, even through the struggle. And as you move, shift from a metrics mindset to a mindful-movement one. No more exercising for numbers — movement for joy, for strength, for being alive in your skin. 4. Practice self-compassion. Speak to yourself like someone you love. Maybe write a letter to the younger version of you who started all this — apologize, tell her it's okay, let her know the wiser, stronger version of you is here now. You are a human. Struggling is part of being one. Feelings aren't facts — you're allowed to feel something hard without making it a verdict on who you are. 5. Keep making pro-recovery choices. Prioritize your meals. Prioritize your snacks. Prioritize sleep — seven to nine hours, because your body is doing real work and it needs rest to heal. Step off the metrics treadmill. Choose movement out of preference, not punishment. We're not playing small anymore. 6. Seek support. You can't do this alone, and you were never supposed to. Whether that's a coach, a therapist, a dietitian, or a community of women who get it — let people in. Vulnerability heals what isolation can't. Come hang out with us in the private community at HerBestSelfSociety.com, or reach out about working together one-on-one. 7. Practice patience and plan for the messy middle. Celebrate the small daily things — journaling, time off social media, sitting in nature, music, stillness. And plan for the hard moments before they hit. What are your triggers? Who are they? Where will you need boundaries? Planning is your friend. The messy middle is the hardest part — preparing for it makes it survivable. 8. Adopt the sunset mindset. Picture a sunset. We never look up and criticize one for being different than yesterday's — for the colors being "wrong," the shape being off. We just take in its beauty. Sunsets aren't criticized for their differences because their beauty doesn't need to be altered. Yours doesn't either. What would it be like to see your body the way you see a sunset — appreciation instead of judgment, beauty just because it exists? This planet isn't promised. Every day you have here is its own sunset. You don't have to love your body every day. But you can respect it, you can appreciate it, and you can let it be yours. A few lines from the episode "Just do the next recovered you thing." "You're allowed to feel terrified and still take the next step." "Your body is not your masterpiece. Your life is." "Your body is a vessel — it carries your soul through this life." "You don't have to love your body every day, and you're not going to. But you can respect it. You can appreciate it. You can let it be yours." Your reflection this week Pick one of the eight that speaks loudest to where you are right now and live in it for a few days. Don't try all eight at once. The shift back to feeling at home in your own skin isn't a checklist — it's a slow homecoming, one small choice at a time. If it helps, journal these: What is one thing my body did for me today that I didn't notice? What would the recovered version of me do at my next meal? Where can I trade judgment for appreciation today? Come walk this with someone in your corner You don't have to figure this out alone. If something in you just leaned forward — if you're tired of doing this by yourself and you want personalized support — come work with me one-on-one. You can fill out a client application at www.herbestself.co  And big news — there's something exciting coming this fall that I've been building specifically for women who need support beyond one-on-one. 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Marriage brings with it a slew of state and federal privileges – when it comes to taxes, inheritance, and benefits – but what if that's not the most important relationship to you? What legal and financial options are out there for chosen family? Reema talks to LGBTQ+ legal advocate Angela Giampolo and tax expert Brixton Carothers about everything from setting up a revocable living trust to forming an LLC with a polycule. Plus, Reema and Alice respond to listener messages, including confessions about workplace mishaps and financial infidelity. If you like this episode, share it with a friend! And let us know what you think by calling 347-RING-TIU or emailing uncomfortable@marketplace.orgCheck out our upcoming virtual event, "Get Your Life Together with This Is Uncomfortable" - a work session to tackle one tedious task...with friends! More info here: https://www.marketplace.org/tiuSupport This Is Uncomfortable with your donation today: https://bit.ly/mkp_tiu_podIf you want to answer our “Uncomfortable Questions,” see more info here.Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok!

Marriage brings with it a slew of state and federal privileges – when it comes to taxes, inheritance, and benefits – but what if that's not the most important relationship to you? What legal and financial options are out there for chosen family? Reema talks to LGBTQ+ legal advocate Angela Giampolo and tax expert Brixton Carothers about everything from setting up a revocable living trust to forming an LLC with a polycule. Plus, Reema and Alice respond to listener messages, including confessions about workplace mishaps and financial infidelity. If you like this episode, share it with a friend! And let us know what you think by calling 347-RING-TIU or emailing uncomfortable@marketplace.orgCheck out our upcoming virtual event, "Get Your Life Together with This Is Uncomfortable" - a work session to tackle one tedious task...with friends! More info here: https://www.marketplace.org/tiuSupport This Is Uncomfortable with your donation today: https://bit.ly/mkp_tiu_podIf you want to answer our “Uncomfortable Questions,” see more info here.Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok!

Should I hire an Etsy witch? My Mom finds it odd that I dont have this... Happy Pride...are you proud? Become a Certified Fan! Help support the podcast and get our Thursday show, More Mama's Boy! OR upgrade your support here!  Adopt An Episode! Want to show us a little extra love? Adopt an Episode and get a personal shoutout in an upcoming show! This episode was adopted by the amazing Amy P.R. of GA!  Thank you!! A special thank you to our Boy-lievers for your extra support of our show: Tabatha W, Candy Z, Marci H, Eileen F, Rachelrose S, Donald S, Queen Pam, Erin D, Alexandra T, Deb S, Julie B, Carly C, Karissa R, Sue W, Lucino C, Lisa H, Kayla S, Karen W, Tina U, Lety S, Julia M, Michele K, Angela P, Meghan D and Abby L! Listen to my other podcast, “Kramer and Jess Uncensored”! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices