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How does a research project turn into a global stage moment? Amanda Schneider, entrepreneur and thought leader, shares the surprising journey of how a viral Gen Z study propelled her to the TEDx Fargo stage—and what it really took to get there. In this candid conversation, Amanda reveals the behind-the-scenes highs and lows of preparing for TEDx, from wrestling with self-doubt to navigating a flood of feedback without losing her unique voice. She also unpacks why understanding Gen Z's "phygital" (physical + digital) fluidity is reshaping the workplace—and why most companies aren't ready. Along the way, we explore the power of soft skills, the hidden cost of risk-aversion in leadership, and the personal rituals that keep Amanda grounded as a high-performing leader and mother. If you've ever wondered how big ideas go viral—or what it takes to turn research into real influence—this episode delivers.Find out more at surroundpodcasts.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Amanda Schneider, LEED AP, MBA is Founder & President at ThinkLab, a TedX Speaker, and Host of “Design Nerds Anonymous” podcast where she is passionate about sharing research and insights for the built environment. Mike Petrusky asks Amanda about the evolving role of the workplace, the importance of process innovation over product innovation, and the impact of generational changes in the world of work today. They explore the integration of human resources, workplace design, and technology, and the need for professionals to connect space to strategy, people to purpose, and data to decisions. Amanda believes that the built environment is no longer just a backdrop to work, but “it is the workplace experience” and she is excited about the possibilities for workplace leaders as research reveals that Gen Z thinks digital first and analog second, which impacts how they build relationships and engage with the workplace. Tune in as Mike and Amanda share stories from their podcasting experiences while they encourage and inspire you to be a Workplace Innovator! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandajeanschneider/ Learn more about ThinkLab: https://thinklab.design/ Watch Amanda's TEDx talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/amanda_schneider_work_is_broken_gen_z_can_help_fix_it_mar_2025 Listen to “Design Nerds Anonymous” podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-nerds-anonymous/id1534887549 Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/
Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone.
Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone.
A firm's brand establishes credibility and attracts clients, while individual attorneys' brands build trust and showcase expertise. Together, they create a synergy that enhances the firm's reputation and market reach. In this episode of the CMO Series Digital Masterclass, Charlie Knight is joined by Amanda Schneider, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Epstein Becker Green. With 20 years of law firm leadership experience, Amanda discusses how CMOs can effectively balance integrating a firm's overall brand strategy with the individual brands of its attorneys online. Amanda and Charlie Cover: How firms balance between their law firm brand and the brands of their individual attorneys How firms bring the personal brands of attorneys into the overall strategy The role of thought leadership in building personal and legal brands How the different practice areas and their brands work within the firm's overall brand Measuring the effectiveness of a brand and its impact from both an individual and firm perspective. Amanda's top tip for marketing BD leaders looking to take a more integrated approach to building their online brand
In this episode, we explore the future of customer decision-making in the built environment. Our guests, Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell, share insights from their Design Hackathon project which encompassed six months of intensive research. Engaging with end users across various sectors, their research worked to uncover the challenges and changes taking place in the end user decision-making processes. Listeners will learn about the key factors causing delays, the impact of increased focus on costs, and the strategies needed to navigate these complexities.After listening, you will be able to: Understand how the doubling of internal decision-making committees over the last five years has increased complexity and risk aversion in the built environment sector.Identify the importance of value engineering (VE) as a proactive approach to manage cost uncertainty and why it should be an integral part of the project process.Recognize the need for storytelling with data, transforming raw data into actionable insights that help clients make informed decisions more effectively.Apply strategies to manage complex decision-making processes by aligning with clients' decision-making procedures and simplifying the presentation of data for better communication.READ THE TRANSCRIPTHere's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps:Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU credits.Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider.Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsors, Allsteel, Keilhauer, Kimball International, and Teknion, for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Founder and President of ThinkLab, Amanda Schneider, grew up outside of Chicago, inspired by a blend of engineering and design. Now a self-described “designer by degree, journalist by accident, and researcher by choice” at the helm of ThinkLab, she examines the ecosystem of the design world, unearthing and synthesizing the social and cultural shifts and drivers that impact the interiors industry. Together with her team, she offers insights and context that can empower better decision-making while also bridging the communication gap between creatives and the business sector. A keynote speaker (catch her recent TEDx talk) and the host of the podcast Design Nerds Anonymous, Amanda shares her wisdom on topics like communication strategies, storytelling, and the future of work.Head to cleverpodcast.com for a transcript (with links!) of this episode, images, resources, and over 200+ more episodes! Subscribe to our free substack for updates, bonus content, and new episode alerts.For info, resources, and special offers from our guests and sponsors: Clever ResourcesPlease say Hi on social! X, Instagram, Linkedin and Facebook - @CleverPodcast, @amydeversIf you enjoy Clever we could use your support! Please consider leaving a review, making a donation, becoming a sponsor, or introducing us to your friends! We love and appreciate you!Clever is hosted & produced by Amy Devers, with editing by Mark Zurawinski, production assistance from Ilana Nevins and Anouchka Stephan, and music by El Ten Eleven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Financial Planning and Investment Strategies in the Agricultural Community This episode engages with financial advisor Amanda Schneider from Foundations Wealth Partners based in Iowa, focusing on financial planning and investments within the agricultural sector. Amanda offers insights into common financial misconceptions, and the importance of having a comprehensive investment strategy that spans operating expenses, life events, and retirement savings. She addresses the unique challenges faced by those in the agricultural community. Emphasis on succession planning, risk management, and the value of maintaining a diverse financial portfolio alongside agricultural investments. The conversation also covers the practical aspects of starting financial planning, regardless of one's current financial situation, and highlights the psychological barriers to effective financial management. Additionally, the relevance of life insurance as a tool for estate management and smooth transition in farm operations is discussed. Amanda advocates for proactive financial health checks and encourages listeners to be advocates for their financial well-being. Let's be Instagram besties @dawnmarie.co! Want to hear from me in your inbox? Sign up to get weekly podcast updates and bi-monthly fav's and farm & fam shenanigans Thank you to today's episode sponsor, the Iowa Pork Producers Association - it's no secret I'm crazy about pork but if you asked me what my favorite pork cut is - it'd have to be tenderized pork loins. Because they help me hit my protein goals and they grill up so deliciously quick when we are busy with planting, softball, or if I space off starting supper on time! ------ Questions or want to connect with Amanda? Find her at all the places: raymondjames.com/fwp IG: foundations.wealth.partners FB: Amanda Schneider, Financial Advisor with Raymond James 00:00 Welcome and Podcast Rebranding 00:29 Introducing the Episode's Theme: Financial Planning in Agriculture 01:20 Guest Introduction: Amanda Schneider, Financial Advisor 03:33 Diving into Financial Planning: Misconceptions and Strategies 06:47 The Importance of a Good Fit with Financial Advisors 10:56 Understanding Investments and Retirement Planning 19:45 The Role of Life Insurance in Financial Planning 21:55 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
Amanda Schneider is the Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer for Epstein Becker Green, a national super boutique in the US, and the ILN's member firm for New York and Washington, DC as well as its founding member firm. In this episode, Amanda and Lindsay delve into misconceptions that still exist around marketing professionals, post-pandemic challenges, and using technology as a tool.
What will the future office look like? Ask an interior designer. ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider offers insights on how organizations can use design to support everything from hybrid work strategies to employee health and safety and from sustainability to portfolio optimization.Insights to Share: Hybrid work has brought interior design innovation to the forefront of conversations around productivity and the value of the office.Many organizations are seeking intelligent ways to incorporate technology into the workplace design, and even their furniture, to measure their occupancy and effectiveness.People do not want to come into the office and do the same work they do at home, so office design must account for changed workplace uses.
The state of the industry 12/23 To wrap up the year at BTE, the gang welcomes old friend, fellow SURROUND podcast host, and President of ThinkLab, Amanda Scheider. After getting a sneak preview of Bobby's somber New Year's Eve plans, they dive in to look back on how we say AI, metaverse and other trends unfold and then look forward to the future for trade shows, industry shifts, the ‘tech' trend of humanity and more. Make it your early resolution to tune in. Connect with Amanda Schneider on LinkedIn! Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn; Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: ThinkLab Forbes article on GenZ and the Great Office Debate ThinkLab's GenZ Study ThinkLab - Tectonic Shits for 2024 Trevor Noah podcast with Bill Gates Daniel Susskind: A World Without Work (Book) ThinkLab's 5 Specifier Personas ThinkLab 2024 Hackathon - The Future of Customer Decision-Making Design Nerds Anonymous Podcast on the SURROUND Podcast Network Related and referred BTE Episodes: Amanda Schneider's first visit to BTE Matthias Hollwich on taking an innovative approach as a small firm Get in touch with us with your 2024 predictions and more at bte@sandowdesign.com or drop us a voicemail at the BTE Hotline at 1-917-934-2812. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Barriers to Entry was produced by Rob Schulte. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this enlightening episode, Amanda Schneider, Founder and President of ThinkLab, and Cindy Kaufman, VP of Marketing at Mannington Commercial, delve into the profound influence that designers hold in shaping our future. Through engaging conversations and insightful data, they uncover the unique perspective of Gen Z. Underscoring the pivotal role of their decisions in shaping industries and experiences. Key Takeaways: Explore Gen Z's distinctive outlook on the world and their concerns about the future. Recognize the supportive role of technology in enhancing interactions while valuing tactile experiences. Uncover Gen Z's demand for meaningful returns on their efforts and its alignment with evolving work trends. Throughout this engaging conversation, Amanda and Cindy weave a narrative that intertwines purpose, relationships, and technology, illuminating how these elements collaboratively shape the trajectory of the design industry. Their dynamic dialogue underscores the symbiotic relationship between innovation and human connection, inviting listeners to join the evolving narrative of design's transformative impact on our world.
In this episode, ThinkLab interviews Amanda Schneider, president and founder of ThinkLab, and Jessica Jenkins, co-host of The Learning Objective and part of the research and development team at ThinkLab. Together, they discuss the findings of this year's design hackathon, sharing their aha moments. They dismantle assumptions about what other generations think Gen Zers want from their workplace — and use data and interviews to uncover what Gen Zers actually want, what inspires them, and how to capture their loyalty. Accredited for: IDCEC | 0.5 CEU Course number: 119305-1000 After listening, you will be able to: Analyze how Gen Z is an arrow to the future of the design industry. Contrast how the assumptions about Gen Z differ from what the data revealed. Identify the five challenge areas for connecting with Gen Z. Implement solutions for each of those five challenges. In this episode, we dig into the findings of this year's design hackathon, which included a survey of more than 1,800 designers, as well as more than 20 hours of focus groups on these topics. Specifically, we focus on the following challenge areas: culture, creativity, relationships, loyalty, and learning. Each area revealed crucial ways in which Gen Zers differs from previous generations. This ranged from the practical, such as which way they prefer to communicate (no calls, please!) to the more profound: Gen Zers consider both physical and digital to be part of one unbroken experience, instead of two distinct and separate ways to work. Alongside these insights, Schneider and Jenkins describe concrete actions that firms can take to integrate Gen Zers and take advantage of their fresh perspective. Quiz: Want CEU credit for listening? Click here to take the quiz, and earn your certificate of completion. How it works: Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU. Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion. Look out for this at the end of the quiz. Step 4: No need to self-report, the provider of this episode will do so for you. A huge thank you to our Design Hackathon CEU partners who made this episode possible: Mannington, 3form, Allsteel, Material Bank, and Milliken. Visit here if you want them to bring these insights directly to your firm or if you want to take the digital on-demand CEU course. Connect with our expert guests on LinkedIn: Amanda Schneider Jessica Jenkins
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including a potential buyer for Bed Bath and Beyond, a roundup of the latest showroom openings and a look at how designers are catering to an aging population. Later, ThinkLab founder Amanda Schneider gives listeners a live recap from NeoCon.This episode is sponsored by Crypton. LINKSThinkLabDesign Nerds AnonymousDennis ScullyBusiness of Home
In this episode, presented by Panolam, ThinkLab interviews Amanda Schneider, president and founder of ThinkLab; Mardi Najafi, vice president of retail strategy and design at Figure3; and Kari Anderson, an interior designer–turned–UX designer. They discuss the blending of physical and digital and how to take the best of both worlds to supercharge projects, processes, and relationships with clients and customers. Accredited for: IDCEC, AIA | 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU After listening, you will be able to: Interpret what “phygital” means. Analyze the shifts happening in the specification process. Examine the customer journey in retail for inspiration. Relate phygital thinking to interior design. Our first interviewee, Amanda Schneider, is president and founder of ThinkLab. She describes shifts in five key areas at the intersection of design and product: showrooms, libraries, events, product presentations and product discovery, and the role of the local rep. Our second interviewee, Mardi Najafi, is vice president of retail strategy and design at Figure3. He discusses major changes to the B2B consumer experience from before, during, and after the pandemic and why interest in physical retail has bounced back. And he shares which B2B brands he considers cutting-edge in providing a harmonized buying experience. Our third interviewee, Kari Anderson, is an interior designer–turned–UX designer. She shares three learnings from effective UX design that interior designers can use to optimize physical spaces, and she explains why AR and visualizers are the digital technologies most empowering designers today. Quiz: Want CEU credit for listening? Click here to take the quiz, and earn your certificate of completion. How it works: Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU. Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from CEU provider Panolam. Connect with our expert guests on LinkedIn: Amanda Schneider Mardi Najafi Kari Anderson
Amanda Schneider is a researcher, writer, and founder of ThinkLab, a phenomenal source of creative insight for the industry of interior design. Recently, Doug and Amanda met in Chicago to see what new thinking she has for us. As expected… it was a thought-provoking discussion that finishes off with 3 bold predictions for the future of our industry. Click here to get your FREE copy of the Imagine a Place journalFollow Imagine a Place on LinkedInConnect with Doug Shapiro on LinkedIn
On today's episode of the Work Inspired podcast, we have a very special guest to talk to us about Gen Z, the future of the workplace, and how the digital space continues to rapidly evolve everyday. Amanda Schneider, the Founder and President of ThinkLab, gives her top insights on all these topics plus her words of wisdom to everyone listening.
Join Caroline Saba and Amanda Schneider, founder and president of ThinkLab, as they dig deep into how design thinking and consumer market research can be used to uncover solutions for various challenges we're facing in the industry.The Design Board, by UpSpring, is a proud member of SANDOW Design Group's SURROUND Podcast Network, home to the architecture and design industry's premier shows.
Today Jan is joined by Amanda Shneider who is here to tell her story as well as tell how she went from a victim to a voice and used that vantage to give other women their voices. Amanda Schneider is the Executive Director for Amplify Voices, a nonprofit organization serving individuals from marginalized communities who want to use their voice as an instrument of change. After participating in Amplify's first program: Triumph Over Trafficking and Sexual Abuse, where she brought her own story to the voice, Amanda brought her varied background of corporate, public education, training and entrepreneurship to her current role. She is fueled by her passion for serving others and bringing more compassion to the world. She currently lives in Tempe, Arizona with her husband of twenty years, three boys and three rescue dogsThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp Online Therapy. Get in touch with the right therapist today! Use our link to get 10% off your first month: www.betterhelp.com/janJan Broberg Links Share & Sign Up:✍ Share Your Story
The age of the independent rep is changing. The role that an independent rep played that we were familiar with up to the year 2015 doesn't really exist anymore. So what does it look like now, in the wave of a digitalized era?Coming from a background at a tech startup, Kurtis Michela was able to bring a new perspective on how to approach, monitor and track communication, bookkeeping, and sales to maintain relationships with his customers. He stresses the importance of using a CRM software to capture data and information as a key strategy to fuel the growth of the business. While building relationships poses a challenge in the digital era, it isn't any less important. The emphasis falls on following up and showing your face when the opportunity arises. And by understanding that other independent representatives aren't your competition but an opportunity for collaboration and partnership, you can build relationships and help each other to move forward as an industry.Tune in to this episode to hear more about what the future looks like for the independent rep and how you can leverage technology and relationships to move your business forward as our industry evolves in the face of the digital era. In this episode:[01:39] Welcome to the show, Kurtis![02:10] Kurtis's background and the decision to join his family business.[05:09] The adjustment into the independent representative role and Kurtis's unique perspective.[06:47] The outside perspective that allows for industry transformation.[09:43] What does an independent rep actually do?[12:44] How independent reps are evolving with the digital transition in the industry.[17:00] Leveraging technology to meet your customers where they are.[20:22] Building relationships in the industry when face time is hard to obtain.[25:36] Using video messages to break the monotony of email communication.[27:21] The benefit of using video messaging in your business.[33:59] Innovation is the future of the independent rep.[40:54] The best way to get in contact with Kurtis.Links & Resources:The InsiderSupport the Trend ReportEpisode 108 - Hackathons, Predictions and More with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLabConnect with Kurtis:The Michela GroupEmailConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by the Insider, a weekly newsletter delivering a quick dose of insight to get your Monday off to a well-informed start. To learn more or to subscribe for free, please visit https://indeal.org/the-insider/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Firms balance work between the tension of innovating their practice and finding their footing in the changes of the industry. Simultaneously, firms are advising clients on the future work, ESG metrics, and more. What are people paying the most attention to in the current industry? Welcome to the second season of Architecture 5 10 20! I'm your host, Guy Geier, Managing Partner of FXCollaborative Architects in New York. Guests from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences related to the built environment will come to share their thought leadership. Our conversations will start with understanding how they arrived at what they're doing now. More importantly, we will focus on discussing their vision for the future, looking out 5, 10, and 20 years. Today, we're joined by Amanda Schneider, researcher, writer and founder of ThinkLab, the intelligence division of SANDOW. She is also the host of Design Nerds Anonymous, the interiors industry focused podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design. She started as a product designer, noticed an industrial design and product design gap, and worked towards closing that gap since then. Listen to Amanda speak about the finding of ThinkLab's recent research and where the data has indicated opportunities in the architecture and design industry. She discusses the healthy tensions of evolving as a firm. Firms can leverage data to recognize opportunities where design should push the envelope, such as digitization, sustainability, and DEI. Later on, Amanda explores where most architect firms may land on the spectrum of creativity vs efficiency, tradition vs futurism, and in person work vs hybrid work. Amanda's research findings around digitization, sustainability, and diversity, equity and inclusion, show measured progress in the architecture and design industry, as well as opportunities for action that are backed by data. Understanding these important topics and emerging tensions through the lens of current research can help firms, as well as our clients, make informed decisions that will benefit the future of our industry. Time stamps: [01:13] - Amanda Schneider feels audio is uncharted territory. How can this boost business? [03:29] - Amanda explains how she found her way to the design industry for the built environment. [06:25] - What are people paying attention to in the current industry? [08:54] - Amanda suggests three topics A&D firms could proactively discuss. [10:42] - How does architecture differ in the metaverse? [12:38] - Amanda talks about leveraging virtual spaces while keeping real life experiences. [14:35] - What are the early innovations happening at the intersection of architecture and AI? [16:12] - Amanda shares the sustainability results of the building industry during recent years. [18:09] - Why does the life cycle of a building matter in sustainability conversations? [19:30] - Here are questions to ask when deciding on sustainability approaches in the built environment. [21:43] - How many clients are asking for ESG related measures? How much does it depend on which generation you're interacting with? [24:23] - Amanda shares the data that surrounds DEI awareness in firms. [26:13] - How do firms choose when to innovate or when to refine an idea? [28:57] - Relate to generations as prototypes and clues to the future, rather than stereotypes. [30:43] - In the current market, do most designers see themselves as early adopters, fast followers, or traditionalists? [33:35] - What is the office of the future? [36:21] - “The rebirth of the office.” [38:08] - Thank you Amanda for reminding us to use research findings to make informed decisions that will benefit the future of our industry. Links / Resources: Guy Geier Instagram | Twitter Amanda Schneider Design Nerds Anonymous Podcast LinkedIn The Learning Objective Design Nerds Anonymous episode with Guy
In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question “How Are A&D Firms Advising Their Clients When the Future Is So Uncertain?” Leading firms appear to be embracing what we are calling the “beta test mindset.” What is this and what does it mean for you? Hosts Erica Waayenberg and Amanda Schneider walk us through what having a beta test mindset looks like from the perspective of a firm and how you, as a rep, could respond.
Staying ahead of market trends by educating yourself is key to providing an outstanding customer experience and achieving success in the office interiors industry. The future of the dealer in the office furniture industry is evolving in the face of how much technology has integrated itself into our lives post-pandemic. While we can leverage technology, we must also become experts in our industry and solve the problems of our customers while remaining consistent across the market and improving the speed, convenience, and communication in our market.Jorge Anaya, the CFO of Henricksen, and I have a discussion surrounding what the future of our industry looks like from the perspective of the dealer. We agree that the industry needs to work together more seamlessly to provide an amazing experience for our customers. Listen in to this episode to get the scoop on how prioritizing customer service and building strong relationships can allow companies in the office interiors industry to establish themselves as reliable and trustworthy partners for our clients. In this episode:[01:39] Welcome to the show, Jorge![02:31] Jorge's background and how he landed at Henricksen.[04:35] Shining light on the Office Interiors industry and the best way to draw attention and talent to our industry.[07:58] Jorge's unique approach to his role as CFO at Henricksen.[09:42] The strategic growth plan that is responsible for Henricksen's success.[14:36] There is no end point to success. We must continue to evolve with the market.[15:25] How the Office Interiors industry evolved after the pandemic and the challenges dealers face.[19:39] The future of “The Dealer” in our industry.[21:37] Industry experts and the solutions we provide are what drive our sales.[24:30] Leveraging artificial intelligence apps such as ChatGPT in the industry.[29:26] How Henricksen is creating an amazing customer experience.[35:16] Parting words of advice from Jorge and where to connect with him.Links & Resources:The InsiderSupport the Trend ReportEpisode 108 - Hackathons, Predictions and More with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLabUnreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will GerardTry ChatGPTConnect with Jorge:HenricksenEmail | LinkedInConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by the Insider, a weekly newsletter delivering a quick dose of insight to get your Monday off to a well-informed start. To learn more or to subscribe for free, please visit https://indeal.org/the-insider/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question “Best practices: co-presenting with reps, how do I find my tribe?” Hosts Erica Waayenberg and Amanda Schneider discuss the best ways to collaborate with other reps and what you need to know as you find trusted partners to work with.
Pod meets pod on this episode of BTE as we're joined by the host of Design Nerds Anonymous on the SURROUND podcast network, and President of ThinkLab, Amanda Schneider. Amanda knows her stuff and has the data to back it up, so the gang does their best to keep up in a wide-ranging and fast-paced discussion where we cover everything from the future of the design industry's workforce to the metaverse hype cycle and beyond to the merits of decaffeinated coffee. Connect with Amanda Schneider on LinkedIn! Moments to check out: “How to survive on decaf” - (starts at 3:14) The benefits of being a first mover industry - (starts at 7:11) Next generations designers & Gen Z talents - (starts at 19:25) Hype cycle vs Utility - (starts at 24:51) Podcast Plug-a-palooza - (starts at 35:09) Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn; Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: What's Phygital? Reinventing Live the Always on Future of Events by Marco Giberti Check out 3 ThinkLab podcasts Amanda's mentioned: Design Nerds Anonymous The Learning Objective Mpowered Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Barriers to Entry was produced and edited by SANDOW Design Group. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Wize Grazette, Kasey Campbell and Samantha Sager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 2022 Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner was the first ever horror film to win the top award at the film festival. But before that, "Nanny" — the feature film debut from Nikyatu Jusu — was also the recipient of the 2022 Dolby Institute Fellowship, which awards a low-budget Sundance film with a post-production grant to finish the film in Dolby Vision® and Dolby Atmos®.Now that "Nanny" is available to stream on Prime Video, we recently sat down with writer-director Nikyatu Jusu, supervising sound editor Dave Flynch, and Academy Award winning re-recording mixer Skip Lievsay to discuss the film's rich soundtrack. This episode was recorded during a live post-screening Q&A for the Artist Academy — Film at Lincoln Center's program for young filmmakers — and was moderated by our executive producer Amanda Schneider.“We talked a lot about character arc for the soundscape… There is a tendency to neglect sound in the conception stage. And if you think about your soundscape as a character, then you can have an arc for that soundscape so that the audience doesn't become numb, with a relentless soundscape that is not ebbing and flowing.”— Nikyatu Jusu, Writer and Director, "Nanny"Be sure to check out "Nanny" on Prime Video.Please subscribe to The Dolby Institute Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.You can also check out the video for this episode.Learn more about the Dolby Institute and check out Dolby.com. Connect with Dolby on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.
Amanda Schneider is the Chief Marketing Officer at Epstein Becker Green (EBG), a national law firm focused on healthcare, life sciences, and labor and employment law. She has been with the company for nearly 15 years, starting out as the Director of Strategic Initiatives before moving up the ranks. As the CMO, Amanda oversees a team of 25 business development, communications, and marketing operations professionals. Additionally, she staffs EBG's board of directors and focuses on meeting the firm's business objectives while generating revenue and growing the client base. Amanda believes that a law firm's marketing, business development, and professional development departments can play a powerful role in attorney retention. When these departments work cohesively for the benefit of attorneys, your firm is able to inspire, motivate, and educate your people, thus leading to higher retention rates, a strong culture, and a profound sense of community. In this episode… With the rise of hybrid and remote work, it's easier than ever for employees to move from one job to the next. So, what can law firms do to retain talent, inspire teams, and make them want to stay for the long term? Amanda Schneider shares the important reminder that all attorneys are different. Each employee has unique needs, learning styles, and goals. So, if you want to succeed as a law firm and maintain a strong team, you have to learn to adapt, invest in your people, and unify your marketing, business development, and professional development departments. Above all, Amanda says you must treat your teams with respect and build relationships on a foundation of trust. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge Podcast, Elise Holtzman talks with Amanda Schneider, the Chief Marketing Officer at Epstein Becker Green, about her strategies for employee retention. Amanda shares how marketing, business, and professional development sectors can work together to motivate employees, why intentionality is key, and her tips for maintaining a strong culture — even in remote and hybrid workplaces.
In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question, “How are CEUs evolving?” ThinkLab hosts Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell give insight into the modern approach to traditional CEUs, virtual CEUs, and why you should care about the new podcast CEUs.
The pandemic presented the contract interior industry with many challenges as it shifted the way we do business with our clients and end consumers. I had the opportunity to talk with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLab who hit me with a ton of insight on the best ways our businesses can shift to meet the challenges that we are faced with. By developing personas for our consumers that are generated by research, we can still be successful and lean into the future of our industry. Along with knowing your audience and speaking to them in their language, we want to create the best client experience for them as well. One of the best ways to accomplish this is by digging through your content, your website, and your advertisements and looking at them through the lens of the customer. Listen as we discuss why being in touch with your business through consumer research is the best way to know where to invest, where to improve, and see areas that will allow you to succeed.In this episode:[01:56] Welcome back to the show, Amanda![02:52] Amanda is the founder and president at ThinkLab.[08:57] What do personas look like in the B2B world?[14:29] The three phases to a Hackathon.[16:15] The big takeaways from previous Hackathons.[19:13] Age demographics of personas are changing.[23:08] How the pandemic has shifted business operations from relationships to information.[27:57] Getting an outsider's viewpoint can provide amazing takeaways for improvement.[31:18] The struggle to invest for the future.[32:21] The ‘Rule of Thirds' has shifted the future of the industry.[37:08] The value of a persona takes marketing and strategy tools to the next level for your business.Links & Resources:The future of B2B sales is hybridThe InsiderSupport the Trend ReportConnect with Amanda:ThinkLabFacebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedInAmanda's LinkedInPodcasts:Design Nerds AnonymousThe Learning ObjectiveMpoweredHackathons Hackathon PlaybooksConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by the Insider, a weekly newsletter delivering a quick dose of insight to get your Monday off to a well-informed start. To learn more or to subscribe for free, please visit https://indeal.org/the-insider/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License:
In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question, “How is the role of a rep changing?” Host Erica Waayenberg is joined by Amanda Schneider to give insights from ThinkLab research on how reps can extend their outreach, understand designers' autonomy, and embrace their problem-solving superpower.
What do design clients want most right now? Where should I focus my efforts to amplify my impact? How can I engage the next generation of designers? Join ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider for a series of impactful conversations with visionary leaders as we answer all of those questions and more to navigate what's next for today's ecosystem of B2B interior design clients – welcome to season 4 of the Design Nerds Anonymous podcast! This season, we're sharing data-driven insights from our groundbreaking new research on buyer personas that represent the future of the design industry. Listen and subscribe for informative findings from six months of ThinkLab research + sage guidance from our experts to help shape your projects and equip you with actionable ideas about understanding and connecting with humans: from buyer personas to how we engage in physical space. This season of Design Nerds Anonymous is brought to you by Mannington Commercial, theMART, and NeoCon, companies doing big things to move the design industry forward. Design Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW Design Group. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Wize Grazette, and Samantha Sager.
In this bite-sized episode, we tackle the question, “What do designers need most from a rep?” ThinkLab hosts Amanda Schneider and Erica Waayenberg give insight into all the key words designers need from reps – including responsiveness, expertise, reliability, trust, and access. You'll learn how to tick all those boxes! If you have a question or topic you'd like us to tackle on air, we'd love to hear from you. Simply direct-message Material Bank on Instagram with your success story or question through the messaging function.
As the world of work evolves, law firms face unique challenges when it comes to retaining and motivating their talent. Someone well-versed in this field, is Amanda Schneider, Chief Marketing Officer of Epstein Becker Green, a national super boutique firm focused on healthcare and life sciences and labour and employment. Amanda staffs the firm's Board of Directors and plays a strategic role in the Deloitte Legal and Epstein Becker Green alliance to provide global workforce solutions. Amanda joins Jennifer Green on this edition of the CMO Series, to discuss workplace cultures, opportunities and strategies to help law firm leaders retain their people amid a rapidly changing market. Jennifer and Amanda explore: How to create a culture that retains employees even with ‘the great resignation' at play The opportunities for team building and development born out of the pandemic How the Marketing and BD team add value to the firm's culture to provide greater attorney and staff retention How ‘the great resignation' has impacted legal marketing and business development departments The potential challenges in the next phase of hybrid work and the opportunities that have come from what we've endured How clients are impacted by the current workforce trends Advice for other legal marketing leaders facing the challenges of the new ways of working
Amanda Schneider is a researcher, writer, founder, and president of Sandow's ThinkLab, a booming market research firm focused on the world of contract interior design.In today's episode, we hear from Amanda about how she lives her personal and professional life with the fearlessness to “Carpe the Diem”. Amanda's persistence to “seize the day” is what began her on a search for better work-life balance, and ultimately led to the creation of ThinkLab. Listen to the episode with Amanda and Rex as they explore the role that resilience has played in her life. Follow The Resilience Lab: On InstagramOn LinkedInThe Resilience Lab is an Imagine a Place Production.
In this episode of the Legal Marketing 2.0 Podcast, Guy is joined by Amanda Schneider to discuss the benefits of including clients in your digital marketing efforts. Amanda is the CMO of Epstein Becker Green where she oversees a team of business development, communications, and marketing operations professionals. She also staffs the Firm's Board of Directors and has been with Epstein Becker Green for 14 years.
Schneider and Mowen discuss the 30th anniversary of the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 14th.
Join ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider for meaningful conversations with industry experts as we explore a new era in the evolution of design. This season we're tackling the future of product specification and what it means for several key elements of the design industry: showrooms, resource libraries, events, and more. If you want inspiration and insights for the intersection of business + design, this podcast is for you. Listen and subscribe for impactful findings drawn from six months of ThinkLab research and sage guidance from our interviews with nearly two dozen experts, including prominent industry professionals from Interior Design Giants of Design firms. Special thanks to our episode sponsors Mannington Commercial, Keilhauer, theMART, and NeoCon, companies doing big things to move the design industry forward.
Join ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider for meaningful conversations with industry experts as we explore a new era in the evolution of design. This season we're tackling the future of product specification and what it means for several key elements of the design industry: showrooms, resource libraries, events, and more. If you want inspiration and insights for the intersection of business + design, this podcast is for you. Listen and subscribe for impactful findings drawn from six months of ThinkLab research and sage guidance from our interviews with nearly two dozen experts, including prominent industry professionals from Interior Design Giants of Design firms. Special thanks to our episode sponsors Mannington Commercial, Keilhauer, theMART, and NeoCon, companies doing big things to move the design industry forward.
Longevity in a company's workforce is a key indicator of the health, values, and strength of a company. My next guest has been working with 3form for many years and has climbed the ranks to become the VP of Sales. Jennifer Ruckel joins me to share her journey and why she wholeheartedly believes in her company and what they're doing to create radical transformation.It's been said before on this podcast and I imagine it will be said again, now, more than ever, we have an obligation to meet our customers where they are at. Gone are the days of the “lunch and learn.” Gone are the days of vendor visits and creating in-person relationships through frequent visits. What does this mean for our industry? Per Jennifer, it means finding the digital tools that work for your company and using them to create strong relationships virtually. Traditional selling is dead. Building relationships and creating strong ties is necessary.Listen in as Jennifer shares her story and what they're doing at 3form to build stronger in the coming years. In this episode: [02:12] Welcome to the show, Jennifer![02:43] She shares her background and what she is doing now.[04:41] 3form is a translucent resin manufacturer.[08:22] They still today encapsulate organics, which is one of their best sellers.[10:49] Listen as Jennifer discusses how they have expanded their brand and company.[14:31] She talks about what it takes to be a dealer for 3form.[18:47] She explains what light art is and how they got started making light fixtures.[21:41] Jennifer discusses how they are selling in the digital market and how important relationship selling still is.[24:01] She talks about the sales enablement tools that are out in the digital realm.[27:48] Traditional selling is dead, relationship building is key.[31:12] Jennifer shares about working with the A&D and how it is changing.[34:34] “Our industry will be transformed not by product innovation but by processinnovation.” Amanda Schneider.[37:03] Listen as Jennifer shares the difference between mentorship and sponsorship.[40:38] She discusses what a sponsor can do for an individual.[45:20] Thank you for being on the show!Links & Resources: INDEALICFF Trade Show in New YorkEpisode 13 - Research, Data and the NEXT Normal with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLabConnect with Jennifer:3formLinkedInEmailConnect with Sid:www.sidmeadows.comEmbark CCT on FacebookSid on LinkedInSid on InstagramSid on YouTubeSid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadowsThe Trend Report is proudly sponsored by INDEAL. Partners in progress in the commercial interiors industry. To learn more about INDEAL, please visit their website at https://www.indeal.org/The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In this episode, Amanda Schneider and I share the harrowing experience of being sexually assaulted after the shame associated with it. She was at a conference, drugged, and subsequently raped at the age of 40.After it happened, she decided to share her story and discovered that many people came forward and told her of having had that same experience. We talk about how shame is a by-product, and the importance of not letting shame win by bringing it to the light.If you have ever had an incident of trauma like this, you will appreciate the conversation of how shame affects you and the cost of that.Amanda shared that communicating about the incident and speaking to others not only made a difference in her healing, but helped others heal as well.We also talk about the concept of resilience which is THE WAY to survive anything. If you can develop resilience, you are able to move through the challenges to live on purpose.You will appreciate this courageous conversation.Amanda Schneider is an award-winning, international speaker and trainer. She is the Founder of Abundance On Purpose and Co-Founder of the Women's Impact Academy. Her mission is to guide women who are connected, compassionate and authentic leaders in their families, communities and beyond. Through facilitation of workshops, courses and circles, her aim is to help her clients increase the effectiveness of their communication and deepen relationships, both in the sales/business world as well as in family systems.Reach and book Amanda Schneider if you're ready to create more abundance in your life and business,>> https://abundanceonpurpose.com/FREE GIFT: BANKCODE AssessmentDiscover your true personality in 90 seconds or less.>> https://crackmycode.com/commit2achieve See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Lindsey Meringer and Amanda Schneider are the power couple of the month with Lindsey being a green beret and an operator in the 10th special forces group, and Amanda was also in the military and later decided to become a full-time real estate agent. They began their journey into the world of real estate in 2016 and currently have a portfolio of 5 single-family rentals, a triplex, and working on growing their portfolio even more. Lindsey Meringer & Amanda Schneider Real Estate Background: Lindsey is an operator in the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), a green beret Amanda is a full-time real estate agent They started their real estate journey in 2016 Portfolio consists of 5 single-family rentals, a Triplex, and currently working on a duplex to turn into a 5 unit They have added 11 doors in the past 12 months with 14 overall with the goal of reaching 20 by end of 2020 Based in Colorado Springs, CO Say hi to them at: Best Ever Book: for more info on groundbreaker.co Best Ever Tweet: “Both mentorship and your community is important.” - Lindsey Meringer & Amanda Schneider
Welcome to Design Nerds Anonymous, the podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design, from ThinkLab, the research division of SANDOW. Join host Amanda Schneider and the industry's top thought leaders as they discuss issues that provide inspiration for your business, fuel for your design process, and connection with people and ideas for positive disruption. Want to join big thinking happening in the design industry? Become a ThinkLab Insider today by visiting: https://info.thinklab.design/insider-program
Meet Amanda: Amanda is an award-winning international speaker and trainer who is passionate about supporting vision and mission-driven entrepreneurs learn how to communicate more effectively and deepen relationships in their network. She combines her unique experience from over 20 years in corporate education and direct selling spaces to deliver and facilitate powerful and transformative training and coaching to her clients. The loves of her life, or her husband, three boys, and three dogs. What experiences in your past ultimately led you to do what you're doing today? For me, it really started back when I was in high school. My middle school and high school years were a bit tumultuous, I didn't have a great time at home. We had a couple of moves and I just never really felt like I fit in anywhere, except for my ceramics teacher's classroom. When I would go into that classroom, he just created this safe space and it was like I could take off my energetic armor and just be me. He helped me feel seen and heard and helped me gain confidence at a time that I didn't have any. It was that experience, that I realized the importance of relationships, the importance of quality communication. Sadly, it took me a couple of years after high school to realize what an impact he had on my life. I remember the day that I realized that and thought, "You know what, I'm gonna go back to high school and visit him and thank him and just let him know that he made a difference in my life." I kid you not hours later, I found out that he had died in a car accident, I never had the chance to thank him. He was just a major reason why I went into teaching and in doing that, I realized I have this love of facilitating connections, whether it be a person to person connection, a connection to some new content outside of you, that makes a difference, or a connection to something within. So that really was the driver in the start to why I do what I do today. How does marketing coordinate with sales and how are they different? And when you look at traditional prospecting and sales versus really building a relationship with someone. Speak to that a little bit if you can. Absolutely, I started off my sales experience when I got involved in a direct sales company and I started my direct sales company like I'm sure many other people do. I loved the product, and I wanted to make a difference and share it with other people and did not necessarily have a great experience with sales and you know, it was to share your message next, next, next, and eventually, you'll get it Yes. It just didn't feel good to me and I didn't like the way that I felt, I didn't like the way that other people responded and it just never felt authentic to me. So when I discovered this concept called relational marketing, it really resonated with me. When we deal with traditional sales, and it's all about learning a little bit about the person, spending a lot of time talking about what you can give them, and then spending even more time overcoming objections. It seems like more of a convincing type of experience. With relational marketing and prospecting, it's spending a lot of time, in the beginning, developing a relationship, building trust, and then through that, discovering and uncovering a need. By that point, that trust is there and the relationship is built, so it's a very easy transition into the sales conversation. It's more authentic, it's more service-based and for me, that was what really mattered in making the difference. So let's talk about referrals. If a business owner isn't getting the referrals that they want, what would you recommend they do? Yeah, so I spent a lot of time networking, and one of the things that I teach is actually building more of a referral base for your business, because the act of getting a referral from somebody, you're borrowing somebody's trust, right? Like if you've got this interesting connection and somebody recommends a product or a service to you from somebody, you've got this trust in your existing relationship, so then inherently, you have a trust in that person. So getting referrals for your business are so much more lucrative and your customer will be more willing to buy more from you, stay with you longer and refer business to you so referrals are extremely important. One of the things that I hear a lot in networking situations is, "I go, I show up every week, and I'm not getting any referrals." Really, there are like five steps to the referral process and I think a lot of us were not taught that when we go into business. The first step in the referral process is trust. It's a big step, it takes time, and it takes getting to know each other, doing what you say you're going to do, showing up consistently, adding value, and really coming to be a valuable member of that community. After that is business knowledge, like, do people in your network understand what you do for your business, how you do it, any intricacies. One of the common things, I was talking to an insurance broker, and he was like, "I get all these referrals for life insurance and different forums and I deal with cybersecurity insurance." Well, members in his network simply didn't have the business knowledge. So making sure that your networking partners have knowledge of your business. And then from there, it's like making sure that that person has a need. I think we so often want to help people in our network and a common example I give is on Facebook where if you see somebody post a picture with their cup of coffee saying, "Oh my gosh, I'm so exhausted," and I say, "Oh, my gosh, they need this health and wellness product, I know it, I'm going to connect to them and refer them." Well, the person with a cup of coffee may not realize or have a desire or interest in that. So there really isn't this process in uncovering a need. Then the fourth step is actually edifying your referrer. It's a big difference to say, "I met Sam last week at a networking event and he does insurance and, maybe you guys will connect," versus, "Wow, Sam has been in the insurance industry for 10 years. And he's had all of these awards and he's very, very passionate about making sure his customers do this. He's just this great guy, I think he would be a great connection for you." Do they know how to edify you and do they know how to introduce you? Finally, the final step would be making that referral. So while a lot of us think making a referral is just this easy process, there's a lot more that goes into that process, and being able to teach people in your network how to refer to you will give you more quality referrals, as well as grow their confidence and being able to refer to you. Can you share with our listeners, one of your most successful or favorite networking experiences that you've had? Absolutely. I was thinking about this and it actually came to fruition very recently and started last year, and I think that goes into the value of networking, and that it is a long game and it is about building those relationships and building that trust. So for me, I created quite a community, a network participating in the direct selling space that I was in. I really make sure that I showed up and added value and built those relationships. I shifted into becoming a trainer for a sales methodology a couple of years ago, and had let some people in my network know and that I was excited about it. One of the leaders for the network marketing company up in Canada caught wind of it and said, "Oh, my gosh, we need a trainer for our international conference, would you come up and, you know, train on stage?" She had learned through the grapevine and the network that I was doing that and had reached out for that connection. So I went up and had the opportunity to train in front of 1200 people, which I gotta tell you was terrifying but very exciting. However, one of the participants in that audience had watched the training and was interested and never really did anything about it. Then about three months later reached out to somebody in the network and found my name, and we ended up connecting. That was back in January of this year. I never met her in person, but we started collaborating over zoom once a week, and then she brought in three other women that were in her various network that she had made connections with. Then through the course of this year, we collaborated and just launched the Women's Impact Academy several weeks ago, which I'm so excited about and all of that started with networking and building those relationships and connections. It's just fun to see where they go because you just never know. What do you do to continue to nurture your network and your community? I think one of the biggest things is consistency and showing up. If it's a networking group that meets every week, showing up week after week and being there. To nurture those connections, I've heard this rule called the Platinum Rule as opposed to the Golden Rule, right? The Golden Rule is to treat others the way that you want to be treated. The Platinum Rule is to treat others the way that they want to be treated. So I always make sure that I go to those networking events with this kind of givers gain mentality, like, What can I do for them? Who can I connect them to? Who's in my network? What value can I add? Just always showing up with that mindset, and making those connections as they come about. Doing things like if I see something, an article or a piece of information that would benefit them in their business, reaching out. There are all sorts of little relationship-building activities that you can do. Send them a little postcard or something, to commemorate something, or thank them for a referral, those types of things. So really, it is about looking at that relationship, as I don't want to say a friendship, but it is, it's a business relationship that does need to be nurtured. So it's going above and beyond and doing those special things as they come up. What advice would you offer the business professional who is looking to grow their network? I'm definitely a believer in the one to one connections. With the relationship marketing training that I have, we talk about this concept of a complementary business owner. So what are industries that are complementary to what you do? So they may have the same target market, however, if your ideal customer buys something from them, that's not taking money out of their pocket to buy something from you. So an easy example of this would be a realtor and a mortgage broker, something like that they're complementary businesses. So making those connections, and setting up those one to one, conversations is where I have found the most quality connections. Second, periodically taking a look at your networking opportunities. What networks you are a part of, and making sure you've got some variety there. So kind of doing this little analysis on a networking group. How big is it? How often do they meet? Do they have people there that have access to my target market? Within there showing up consistently, and again, it is time-consuming, but again, it's that long game. Once that connection is there, it's a lot easier to keep them Top of Mind and grow from there. I'm going to make you think about your 20-year-old self here for a moment. What would you tell yourself to do more or less of, or differently with regards to your professional career? If you were paying attention to my bio introduction, I've had quite the journey. I started off in the corporate world and I quickly decided I didn't like the politics and went into education, became a classroom teacher, and then stayed home. Then it was, "What am I going to do now?" And that's kind of my step into entrepreneurship. Even that I started in direct sales, and then I went in, you know, to do a different couple different training methodologies. I would say I've had a very winding journey and I'm grateful for every step along the way, because being able to look back and connect the dots for these meaningful experiences, is the value that I can offer to my clients, that's the value that I can offer to my networking partners, all of these different experiences. So I think I would tell myself to worry less about the changes and embrace the changes and just have confidence in the journey. And we never grow up, I just realized a few months ago. I think COVID has shaken up a lot of us and made us reevaluate things and, either confirm and affirm what we're doing, or maybe shift gears and kind of pivot a little bit. Sorry, that's an overused word this year. But it's a journey and I think we're so fortunate and that's the fun part about entrepreneurship and, being business owners and being able to adapt, create and show up how we want to have that freedom and that flexibility. Change is not always comfortable, but I have found in my life, while there's been a lot of painful moments, good has always come from it. Embrace the journey! So we've all heard of the six degrees of separation if you could connect with one person. Who is it and do you think you can do it within the sixth degree? So my person who jumped to mind right away would be Jen Sincero. She's the author of You Are a Badass. I read her book maybe four years ago now and it completely changed my life and it's just her tone of voice, her presence, her authenticity. I will say I have her book on Audible as well, and I cannot listen to it in the car with my boys, I keep having to say ear muffs. So if profanity bothers you, maybe choose somebody else's book. But for me, it just resonated with who I am and her authenticity and her sense of humor. It really had a huge impact on my confidence, on my vision, waking me up and saying, "You know what, I want to do something bigger in this world, I want to make a difference, and I can, why not?" So Jen Sincero would be that woman, and I absolutely believe that in the six degrees of separation will have a meal with her. Maybe it's virtual at this point, but I will meet her and have a conversation with her one day. Do you have any final words of advice for our listeners with regards to growing and supporting your network? It's kind of cliche, but one of my favorite things that I hear is your network is your net worth. It really is and while developing those relationships can sometimes feel time-consuming, and there's not a lot of reward, they can really pan out. It may not be months, but even years, you know, just continually growing your network, adding, putting the good out there, and being able to make connections between people. That's my favorite thing to do. Connect with Amanda: Email: abundanceonpurpose@gmail.com Website: https://abundanceonpurpose.com/
This week we welcome Amanda Schneider, founder of Sandow’s ThinkLab, the research arm of Interior Design Media. Amanda and her team work to understand the trends, opportunities, and threats that swirl around the interiors industry. In this episode, we discuss those challenges and trends to discover what might be on the horizon for the profession of interior design. For more, visit Imagine a Place online: https://ofs.com/imagine-a-place/ Learn more about ThinkLab: https://thinklab.design/ Design Nerds Anonymous: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-nerds-anonymous/id1534887549 ThinkLab CBRE research referenced on this episode: https://thinklab.design/cbre-project/
Introducing Design Nerds Anonymous, the podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design, from ThinkLab and SANDOW. Learn more about the show and what to expect this season with your hosts Amanda Schneider and Hannah Viti, then subscribe to Design Nerds Anonymous. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-nerds-anonymous/id1534887549 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/176AnyHHZxQ0eISWXcr2TV Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/interior-design-magazine-podcast/design-nerds-anonymous/e/78628668 For more about Design Nerds Anonymous, visit insights.thinklab.design/podcast-design-nerds-anonymous-trailer To learn more about ThinkLab, visit thinklab.design.
Welcome to Design Nerds Anonymous, the podcast that sparks curiosity at the intersection of business and design, from ThinkLab and SANDOW. Learn more about the show and what to expect this season with your hosts Amanda Schneider and Hannah Viti.
Today's episode is a powerful discussion with Amanda Schneider, the President of ThinkLab - an industry leading research firm helping leads make informed strategic decision in their business. Amanda is an industry thought leader and visionary and it was a pleasure to have her join me. she shares some insightful information that will help you in your business. To join their community, visit: https://thinklab.design/ Be sure to join the conversation and let you voice be heard by participating in the ThinkLab Industry survey - it's important to all of us to share your thoughts: https://www.research.net/r/IMPACTshareThank you for joining us today and if you have any questions, comments or show ideas, please email me at info@embark-cct.com or visit my website at https://www.sidmeadows.com/. Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcast - it helps us spread the word about the podcast and allows us to share these important conversations with others! The Trend Report introduction music is provided by: Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
In today’s episode, host Tony J. Robinson interviews Lindsey Merringer and Amanda Schneider. Lindsey is active duty in the military and Amanda runs the real estate business full time. In today’s episode, Lindsey and Amanda share: How talking with a neighbor led to finding their first deal How they balance their real estate business and […]
We revisit the triumphant state championship of the 1997-1998 Park High School Science Olympiad Team - an impressive victory which qualified them to compete in the National Science Olympiad. This archival interview features their faculty advisor, Barb Salvo - and three of the students on the team: Nick Barootian, Amanda Schneider, and Jeremiah James, talking about their improbable victory over schools from much wealthier schools - as well as the various events that comprised the Science Olympiad.
In this episode, Lindsey Meringer tells us about his work with special forces in the army; he entered basic training at the age of 27. He graduated training at the age of 29, whereas the average age of his peers was around 27. The training is so long and intense; it requires a certain level of maturity. Amanda Schneider is a Nebraska native, but has lived in Colorado for the past five years and considers this state her forever home. Amanda’s interest in real estate was initially sparked in 2014 when she and Lindsey purchased their first investment property. As their investment portfolio grew, so did their desire to help others in their real estate endeavors. As a veteran and current military member, Amanda and Lindsey are intimately familiar with the unique needs of military families when it comes to real estate. For complete show notes, go to https://realestateinvesting365.co/lindsey-meringer/
On this episode we will discuss.... 3 major networking events, involving a way to give back, jamming out in a new space and getting your social media on We will talk about attending a catering conference and not having any food and we bring on special guest Amanda Schneider and Kelly Burris of Wizard Connection
Amanda Schneider is a financial advisor who launched her career working in commercial insurance before moving into the investments arena. Today, she is Series 7 and Series 66 licensed and holds three different insurance licenses. Amanda is here to show female entrepreneurs that financial planning, while it sounds intimidating, is nothing more than goal setting—something we all can… The post Episode 39: How to Start Thinking About Investing and Saving for Retirement as a Business Owner appeared first on A-Cup Podcast.
Agency Nation Radio - Insurance Marketing, Sales and Technology
Do you wish you grew up in an insurance world that only let you have a niche? Believe it or not, there's some agents out there lucky enough to do just that. If selling to your niche is your only option, it's amazing how good you get selling in it. In fact, within a fairly short amount of time, you'll be able to own it like no one else you know. That's what my new friend Amanda Schneider, of TrueNorth Companies, is doing from the start of her insurance career. P.S. The Agency Nation newsletter is the best insurance email sent on Sunday morning. #Facts
Agency Nation Radio - Insurance Marketing, Sales and Technology
Do you wish you grew up in an insurance world that only let you have a niche? Believe it or not, there's some agents out there lucky enough to do just that. If selling to your niche is your only option, it's amazing how good you get selling in it. In fact, within a fairly short amount of time, you'll be able to own it like no one else you know. That's what my new friend Amanda Schneider, of TrueNorth Companies, is doing from the start of her insurance career. P.S. The Agency Nation newsletter is the best insurance email sent on Sunday morning. #Facts