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Execution doesn't define leadership. Pivoting does. In this powerful episode, Lisa Goldenthal breaks down why elite CEOs aren't measured by how well they follow a plan — but by how precisely they adjust when the plan disappears. In today's AI-driven, high-volatility market, speed matters. But what most companies are losing isn't talent — it's leadership velocity. The culprit? Decision Drag. When teams wait for the CEO to approve, rescue, or emotionally stabilize the room, growth slows. Revenue stalls. Energy leaks. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Is leadership measured by execution — or by your ability to pivot under pressure? How much "Decision Drag" is silently costing your company each year? If you disappeared for 30 days, would your organization hold — or stall? How do elite CEOs pivot without leaking panic into the system? Where are you "five inches off" that's compounding into future failure? Lisa introduces the BOSS Architecture — a practical framework for emotional regulation, energy optimization, strategic mindset, and self-leadership that removes you as the bottleneck. Because if your company's speed depends on your presence, you haven't built a system. You've built a cage. This episode is essential listening for CEOs, founders, and executive leaders who are ready to stop being the "Chief Everything Officer" and start being the Architect.

Key Topics Covered: 1. Design as Custodianship, Not Decoration Julian explains that design is about how a property works, not just how it looks in photos. He links design to long term wealth planning: like pensions, it's too important to leave entirely in someone else's hands. The goal is performance over years: easy lettings, happy tenants, fewer repairs, and a product that holds value. 2. The Big Mindset Shift: Property Is a Business and a Product Julian challenges the word “investment” and suggests landlords are really buying a business. Each property is a living, breathing product that gets used, abused, and needs managing. If you don't treat it like a business, it can quietly become a liability over five to ten years. 3. How Properties Become Liabilities Over Time Poor design and poor maintenance create a snowball effect: worse condition attracts worse tenants, which accelerates deterioration. Julian shares examples of developments becoming hard to sell or even “unmortgageable” due to maintenance and management issues. Legacy matters: many children don't want property, so dumping a problematic asset onto them creates stress, not wealth. 4. Why You Can't Abdicate Design to Architects and Builders Plans can pass planning and building regs but still be awful to live in. Common issues include impractical layouts, no storage, poor kitchen design, and bathrooms that don't function properly. Julian introduces the “good, fast, cheap” triangle: you can pick two, but not all three, and landlords pay the price later if they chase cheap and fast. 5. Practical Design Thinking for HMOs and High Use Properties In HMOs, the room is the tenant's home, so it must support multiple functions, not just sleep. Flow matters: kitchens, waste, smells, and shared spaces can make or break tenant experience and long term value. Lighting and electrics are often done to a builder's default spec, but that can create uncomfortable living and higher churn. 6. Serviced Accommodation Is an Experience Business Short stay guests want something boutique and memorable, not copy and paste. Julian recommends living in your serviced accommodation for a week to spot friction points: heating controls, WiFi, TV, keys, lighting, and usability. Service quality affects reviews, and reviews affect profitability. He references research suggesting superhost status can significantly lift margins. 7. The Commercial Upside: Small Design Changes, Big Profit and Value Gains Julian shares an example where improving presentation helped increase rent by £150 per month, which translated into a major profit uplift. He highlights how many landlords don't know their true profit margin, and confuse turnover with profit. Improving existing assets often delivers faster ROI than buying new ones, especially if older stock is dragging performance down. 8. How Julian Helps Investors: Training and Hands On Support Julian trains investors to become “design aware” and “design led” without needing to be designers. He offers remote consults (including Zoom based reviews), layout planning, electrical plans, materials specs, and project support via WhatsApp. His core message: be involved, be informed, and take control of the decisions that shape income and maintenance. Actionable Takeaways Treat each property like a business product, not a passive investment. Design for performance: durability, usability, flow, and maintenance, not just photos. Don't assume architects and builders will design a home that works, review layouts with real living in mind. Audit your existing portfolio before buying more, older assets may be dragging your returns down. Know your numbers: profit margin, not just rent, and understand how small rent uplifts can multiply profit. For serviced accommodation, test the experience yourself and tighten service, reviews drive revenue. Adopt the custodian mindset: build assets your children would actually want to inherit. Resources & Next Steps Icon Living UK: The creation of living spaces that people love and enjoy Julian Maurice: julian@iconliving.co.uk Download our FREE Pensions and Inheritance Tax Guide WealthBuilders Membership: Free access to guides, webinars, and community Connect with Us: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Next Steps On Your WealthBuilding Journey:   Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community Schedule a 1:1 call with one of our team Become a member of WealthBuilders If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

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This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Anthony Laney, Architect & Founding Partner of Laney LA. The three discussed the making of Laney LA's monograph, Genius Loci vs Tabula Rasa, when to respond to context, Laney LA's design process, convincing clients to trust the design process, concept vs schematic design, client & architect co-authorship, how producing a book impacts the design process, and more.  This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE  • Apple Podcasts  • YouTube  • Spotify CONNECT  • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office  • Instagram • Facebook  • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings. The views, opinions, or beliefs expressed by Sponsee or Sponsee's guests on the Sponsored Podcast Episodes do not reflect the view, opinions, or beliefs of Sponsor.  

This week on Mondays at The Overhead Wire we're Han Solo, but we do chat about new pedestrian models in New York, how much people walk when they move to a new city, the thought that Fastracks in Denver might never be finished as advertised, and a program where Colorado renters are getting equity for renting.  Lots more on the show so listen in! Below are the items we shared on the show: Fastracks may never finish - Colorado Public Radio Social housing tax receipts double expected - PubliCola Colorado kicks off cash-back program for renters - Multi-Housing News Utah takes aim at SLC traffic calming - Streetsblog USA | Cycling West Moving to walkable cities - Scientific American Model maps foot traffic - MIT News More money for regional transport - USA Streetsblog Ring commercial backfires - 404 Media South gains population faster - Future of Where High cost of throwing things away - Ethos Bonus Items Ideas for battery fueling stations - The Cool Down Dutch package lockers - NL Times BART faregates generate revenue - SF Chronicle Curbed reporting goes dark - Architect's Newspaper Ada County blocks Boise transit tax - Boise State Public Radio Philly has bad speed bumps - WHYY +++ Get the show ad free on Patreon! Find out about our newsletter and archive on YouTube! Follow us on Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, Substack ... @theoverheadwire Follow us on Mastadon theoverheadwire@sfba.social Support the show on Patreon http://patreon.com/theoverheadwire Buy books on our Bookshop.org Affiliate site!  And get our Cars are Cholesterol shirt at Tee-Public! And everything else at http://theoverheadwire.com

Talor Stewart has a very different way of looking at home design, and I am here for it! Conscious Home Design is Talor's business and the name of his #1 Best Selling book. What does a home truly need to provide? There has been research done about what makes people happy as they age; Talor has incorporated both of these studies and more with his Architecture education to offer Conscious Home Design. He offers a workbook and also a certification for Architects and Designers who are inspired by his work.I love Talor's wording in his bio: "My message is one of hope and possibility, and the single biggest thing we can do to make our homes support our long-term happiness."You can find Conscious Home Design here: https://conscioushomedesign.com/Talor is active on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conscioushomedesign/Send me a message!Support the showLike this episode? Send me a message! Please follow the podcast on Instagram here YouTube channel Email me at amysgardenjam@gmail.com Amy's Garden Jam site (podcast has its own tab on this site!) Amy's email newsletter: How Do I Get There From Here by Jane Bolduc - hear more at https://www.janebolduc.com/Podcast cover by Becca Kofron- follow here on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/skate_cute_but_loud/ and check out her awesome art projects. Grounded in Maine Podcast is hosted by Buzzsprout, the easiest podcast hosting platform with the BEST customer service! Learn more at https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1851361 You can support this podcast one time (or many) with the Buy me a coffee/Hot Chocolate link here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/groundedinmaine Grounded in Maine Podcast is sponsored by ESG Review. Learn more about the good they're doing at https://...

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Illya Azaroff, 2026 president of the American Institute of Architects, joins Architectural Record's DESIGN:ED Podcast to discuss disaster mitigation, global action through architecture, and the role of the AIA within the design community.

Why do 85% of AI projects fail, and how can product leaders beat the odds? In this episode of the Product Talk podcast, host Denise Hemke sits down with Greg Nudelman, product and UX leader and creator of the Snowball Sprint, to unpack why AI initiatives break down and what it really takes to build AI products that succeed. Drawing on real-world examples from cybersecurity, enterprise AI, and IoT, Greg shares practical frameworks for framing the right use cases, thin-slicing real data, escaping POC purgatory, and redefining success beyond accuracy. A must-listen for product managers and leaders navigating AI-driven product strategy.

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Micah Johnson interviews architect Michele Grace Hottel, who shares her journey in the architecture field, her passion for design, and her transition into building. Michele discusses her extensive experience, the importance of site-specific design, and the value of working closely with contractors and clients to ensure successful projects. She emphasizes the significance of being present on job sites and the impact of thoughtful design on property value.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

With hosts Jess Von Bank and Jason Averbook, explore the hidden power of trust in AI and its societal impact. As AI accelerates, fear and skepticism threaten progress. We delve into the ethical responsibilities and cultural changes needed to navigate AI's rise responsibly. What else is included? Alarming stats, leadership's role in fostering a human-centered AI culture, and actionable insights for creating trusted ecosystems.

Zach Davis reflects on the effectiveness of the Double Wing offense, highlighting insights from Coach Roger VanDeZande and the legendary Don Markham. The discussion emphasizes the importance of running the football, simplicity in offensive schemes, and the value of time-tested strategies for high school and youth football coaches. Mayhem's Architect - https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2002-sep-22-tm-markham38-story.html Turning Around a Program with the Double Wing: https://youtu.be/lma9tuFdMJo?si=qFE5zZ7KHV92qURY 2025 AR PBS Sports Football State Finals – 2A East Poinsett County vs. Cross County: https://youtu.be/jA8vVDax7j0?si=gjAU_9JBIojSBs9O Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Gagan Gupta, Founder of Turn Left for Less and Points Architect, about maximizing travel points, flying business class for less, and transforming travel from a business expense into a strategic asset.Gagan shares his journey—from booking his first business-class flight on points to building a consultancy that helps founders save thousands on premium travel.Discover:The most common mistakes people make with loyalty programsWhy travel points are a misunderstood assetHow to build a resilient, long-term points strategyHidden value inside airline alliancesHow to future-proof your travel rewards

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Asif Khan is a world-renowned architect and designer whose work inspired a recent headline – ‘is there anything Asif Khan can't transform?'. His current projects include the re-invention of the former Smithfield meat market into the new London Museum, and the extensive renewal of the Barbican Centre. Further afield, in Kazakhstan, he's turned a vast former Soviet cinema into a new cultural centre. He opened his own studio in 2007, and has designed exhibitions, temporary pavilions and installations around the world. He views architecture as a multidisciplinary field, bringing together design, science and art. His musical choices include Chopin, Shostakovich, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Brian Eno.Producer: Katy Hickman

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Steve talks with journalist Kenneth Walsh author of The Architects of Toxic Politics in America: Venom and Vitriol. SUPPORT US ON AMAZON – CLICK HERE [...]

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Everyone says you need to "Start an AI Agency" to make millions in 2026. And technically, the hype is there ($307 Billion was spent on AI implementations last year). But if you're reading this, you probably know the uncomfortable truth. Most of those projects are failing. The problem isn't the "AI" or the "Client." It's the Learning Gap. Most agencies are selling "tools" (chatbots) when businesses are desperate for "outcomes" (custom automation). The method that actually saved my business $44,000/year—and is generating up to $10 returns for the top 5% of companies—is simple: The Architect Method. So today, I'm going to show you how to stop "prompting" and start "architecting." We are going to build a custom, enterprise-grade solution that replaces expensive software... without writing a single line of code yourself. We analyze the conflicting data between the IDC Spending Report and the MIT Failure Study. We then break down the "Architect" logic that separates the 95% who fail from the 5% who succeed. Finally, we use Claude to run a "Tech Stack Interview" and build a recursive, self-correcting automation system for High Level and Google Workspace. Anyway, here is how we will use AI to stop guessing and start building: Step 1: The "$307 Billion Lie." We look at the stats (95% failure rate) and explain why the "Standard Agency Model" is dangerous for beginners. If you are just selling "implementation," you are selling a commodity. Step 2: The "Learning Gap" (MIT Study). We reveal why AI tools "drift" and fail over time. The secret isn't better prompting—it's building a system that understands your specific Tech Stack context before it writes a single word. Step 3: The "Architect" Protocol. Most people ask AI to "do the work." I show you how to ask AI to "design the blueprint" first. We use the Recursive Self-Correction technique to have the AI write its own Python scripts and fix its own errors. Step 4: The "Tech Stack Interview." We watch live as I get the AI to interview me about my specific setup (High Level, Gmail, Custom Database). This ensures the code it writes actually works for my business, eliminating the "Hallucination" problem. If you want to be part of the 5% making AI work instead of the 95% burning cash, this video shows you the shift you need to make.

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What if the reason you feel stretched thin has nothing to do with how much time you have — and everything to do with where you're putting it? In this episode, Bradley breaks down one of the most impactful exercises a small business owner can do: the time and energy audit. He traces the idea back to its roots, makes the case for why energy matters just as much as hours, and gives you a clear framework for getting started.Books & Resources MentionedBuy Back Your Time — Dan Martell. The Effective Executive — Peter Drucker. Alex Hormozi (time study concept). Alex Charfen / EPT (Entrepreneurial Personality Type).Register Now! Lead Yourself First: February 24th - an Above The Business WorkshopFREE workshop for business owners who planned well but are running on fumes.You set the goals in January. You aligned the team. You built the plan.But six weeks in, you're exhausted.Here's the truth: Your business won't grow beyond you until you lead yourself first.Join Bradley for a FREE 2-hour workshop on February 24th at 10 AM CST.You'll build your Personal Operating System, Decision Framework, Energy Protection Plan, Role Clarity Matrix, and 90-Day Accountability Structure.Space is limited. https://blueprintos.com/assetsThanks to our sponsors...Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast.Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner with them, they'll waive all setup fees.About Above The Business:Above The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect. Each week, Bradley shares frameworks, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and provides actionable insights for building businesses that run without you. Whether you're doing $300K or $3M in revenue, this show will help you get above your business and design the systems you need to scale.

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Dallas fashion takes center stage as we sit down with fashion architect Steven Goudeau to talk about Maison de Goudeau IV, his fourth annual exhibition that has quickly become one of the city's most anticipated style moments. Hosted at the iconic Tower Club Dallas, the immersive evening blends architectural tailoring, refined silhouettes, and bold storytelling high above the downtown skyline. In this episode, Goudeau shares how the exhibition has evolved into a premier platform for luxury fashion rooted in craftsmanship, culture, and community. He discusses the intentional partnerships supporting Black-owned businesses and nonprofits, the intersection of artistry and entrepreneurship, and how Maison de Goudeau IV continues to shape Dallas' growing creative ecosystem. With more than 300 guests expected, this year's event promises an intimate, elevated experience where fashion is presented not just as clothing — but as narrative, perspective, and cultural expression. Tickets are available now.

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Can You Be an Architect, a Tech Marketer, and a Business Owner All at Once?In this episode of Practice Disrupted, Evelyn Lee sits down with Joann Lui, an architect-turned-entrepreneur who is redefining what a career in architecture can look like. Joann shares her journey from traditional practice at Gensler to content marketing for tech startups like Monograph and Testfit, and reveals her latest venture: co-founding OIKA, a matcha company that has become the largest matcha refinery in the United States.Joann opens up about her early realization that she never wanted to start her own architecture firm, a decision that freed her to explore other passions. She discusses how she applies her architectural mindset to designing cafes and building businesses, treating each venture as a design problem to be solved. The conversation dives into the challenges of opening a brick-and-mortar business, from navigating permits and renovations to learning entirely new operational systems on the fly."I don't think there is a work life balance. I'm always working, but I really do love it. Burnout comes when you're doing work that's not aligned with your values." - Joann LuiEvelyn and Joann also explore the concept of a "portfolio career", discussing how Joann balances her multiple roles, from leading the Women Architects Collective to consulting on content marketing, without succumbing to burnout. Whether you are interested in entrepreneurship, side hustles, or simply curious about how architectural skills translate to other industries, this episode offers an inspiring look at building a career on your own terms.Guest:Joann Lui is an architect, content marketer, and entrepreneur. After spending over a decade in traditional architecture practice, she pivoted to the tech world, leading marketing for startups such as Monograph and Testfit. She is the founder of the Women Architects Collective, a community of over 5,000 members, and the co-founder of OIKA, a single-origin matcha company based in New Jersey.This episode is especially for you if:✅ You are an architect interested in entrepreneurship or starting a business outside of traditional practice. ✅ You want to learn about "portfolio careers" and how to balance multiple professional passions. ✅ You are curious about the intersection of design, branding, and brick-and-mortar business operations. ✅ You are looking for inspiration on how to leverage your architectural skills in new industries like tech or retail.What have you done to take action lately? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

This week on the Hemp Show, we widen the lens. Hemp is more than a crop — it's part of a larger material system that connects farms, forests, manufacturers, builders and cities. Architect and urban researcher Kaja Kühl joins the podcast to explain why she calls hemp and straw "indicator species" — materials that signal the health of a regional building ecosystem. Through her Bio-Based Materials & Construction Resources Map, she has been documenting the farms, processors and builders already working across the Northeast. In this conversation, we explore what it would take to scale regenerative construction from rural landscapes into dense urban markets — and why regional supply chains may matter more than centralized industrial models. We discuss: • Hempcrete as a carbon-storing wall system • Why moisture regulation and indoor air quality may be hemp's most overlooked strengths • Straw panel manufacturing and collaborative scaling models • The advantages — and challenges — of building in a dense Northeastern region • Housing as long-term carbon storage infrastructure Kühl also reflects on building two carbon-zero hemp homes in New York's Hudson Valley and what she learned working alongside early-stage material startups. As federal climate policy shifts, atmospheric carbon does not. If emissions oversight weakens, land-based carbon strategies — including fiber crops like hemp — only grow more consequential. This episode situates hemp inside a broader conversation about how we build, where materials come from and how regional economies can store carbon in the walls around us. News Nuggets Farm Bill / Hemp Language U.S. House Agriculture Committee – Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 (Draft Bill Information) National Hemp Association – Industry Response & Policy Updates USDA Hemp Production Program EPA Endangerment Finding EPA 2009 Endangerment Finding (Clean Air Act) Clean Air Act Overview (EPA) Learn More You Are the City – Kaja Kühl's Practice Bio-Based Materials & Construction Resources Map City College of New York – Architecture Columbia University GSAPP Bio-Based Materials Collective https://biobasedcollective.org Thanks to our Sponsor IND HEMP 

Are we being left behind...Let's think about this for a moment.Architects have AutoCAD. Finance folks have Excel. Sales teams have Salesforce. The list goes on.But what do we as service design professionals have? If we're a bit cynical, you could say that often it's a wall of sticky notes (that the cleaners throw away at night).This brings up a deep and often unspoken insecurity in our field. Could it be that our work is seen as "fluffy" or "invisible" because we lack the "hard" tools that other departments have? That is the provocative question Maxe van Heeswijk brought to the Circle community recently. She challenged us to think about whether having "our own software" would help us claim our territory and be taken more seriously by stakeholders.But to which extent can a tool be the answer to our problems?Will Sharples joined the conversation with a different take. He argues that stakeholders don't actually care about our process or our "proper" service design tools, they just want their problems solved.So in this episode of Inside Service Design, we explore this tension between wanting to be "seen" as experts and the messy reality of getting work done in-house.This conversation is packed with spicy topics like:Whether having a dedicated tool makes you more legitimate, or does it just create new silos? Why our most important work is often the hardest to measure (and get budget for).A brutal method for stripping away busy work to focus on the assets that actually tell a story.And why you are "always selling" the value of service design, even years after you've been hired.So, if you've ever felt like you're doing important work... that nobody sees, this episode is for you.What do you feel is the service design tool at the moment? Do we even have one?Let me know, I'm really curious to hear your take!Be well, ~ Marc--- [ 1. GUIDE ] --- 00:00 Welcome to December Round Up01:00 Meet the Guests 04:00 From Physical Engineering to Digital Services 06:30 From Philosophy & Advertising to SD 10:15 Balancing Financial Goals vs. Trust 15:15 Securing Long-Term Funding 18:00 Why Patience is a Superpower 21:45 Thought Experiment26:30 Do We Need Professional Software?35:00 Is Design Too Democratized 44:15 Relationship Building is Slow Farming51:00 Pragmatism vs. The Design Bibles52:45 The Hidden Skill55:45 Navigating Company Politics59:30 Wrap-Up --- [ 2. LINKS ] --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxevanheeswijk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-sharples-85a40580/ --- [ 3. CIRCLE ] --- If you're an in-house service design professional and want to learn from the stories of your peers, take a look at the Circle, it might just be the thing you're looking for.Join our private community for in-house service design professionals:⁠https://servicedesignshow.com/circle--- [4. FIND THE SHOW ON] ---Youtube ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-youtubeSpotify ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-spotifyApple ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-appleSnipd ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/inside-service-design-09-snipd

What happens when you deploy to prod on a Friday and it starts firing emails to every customer? Dan Barckley has lived it — and it's why he's now a DevOps believer. In this episode: accidental admin origins, why simple beats complex every time, Agentforce skepticism, and the leadership mindset that changes everything.About DevOps Diaries: Salesforce DevOps Advocate Jack McCurdy chats to members of the Salesforce community about their experience in the Salesforce ecosystem. Expect to hear and learn from inspirational stories of personal growth and business success, whilst discovering all the trials, tribulations, and joy that comes with delivering Salesforce for companies of all shapes and sizes. New episodes bi-weekly on YouTube as well as on your preferred podcast platform.Podcast produced and sponsored by Gearset. Learn more about Gearset: https://grst.co/4iCnas2About Gearset: Gearset is the leading Salesforce DevOps platform, with powerful solutions for metadata and CPQ deployments, CI/CD, automated testing, sandbox seeding and backups. It helps Salesforce teams apply DevOps best practices to their development and release process, so they can rapidly and securely deliver higher-quality projects. Get full access to all of Gearset's features for free with a 30-day trial: https://grst.co/4iKysKWChapters:01:36 Introducing Daniel Barckley: A Journey in Salesforce04:16 The Joy of Problem Solving in DevOps07:05 Learning from Mistakes: The Accidental Admin09:35 Tinkering and Innovation: Building in Salesforce12:37 The Importance of Mentorship and Leadership15:21 Characteristics of Great Leaders18:18 Navigating the Salesforce Ecosystem20:46 The Future of Salesforce: AI and Automation23:46 Data Management and Business Continuity26:43 Iterative Development and Continuous Improvement29:19 Embracing Change in the Tech World32:11 Closing Thoughts: Lead with Curiosity

Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts.A woman signs up 3,000 new members, walks into a meeting she was invited to lead, and is assassinated at the podium. That single moment opens a window into the hidden architecture of a global movement and the women who kept it alive when headlines and historians looked away. We continue our conversation with Dr. Natanya Duncan to explore the life and legacy of Princess Laura Adorkor Kofey and the broader force she represents: efficient womanhood inside the Universal Negro Improvement Association. We unpack how Kofey leveraged overlapping memberships across Black political organizations to grow the UNIA at scale, and why her ability to mobilize made her both indispensable and threatening. Dr. Duncan traces archival breadcrumbs to show how debates about Kofey's origins obscured the central question: who shot her, and what does that reveal about power, loyalty, and gender in mass movements?We broaden the lens to spotlight women like Henrietta Vinton Davis who signed stock certificates and underwrote the Black Star Line, illustrating how everyday decisions about money, mutual aid, and accountability built real infrastructure. This isn't just civil rights history; it's a blueprint for Black autonomy and human rights that shaped the tactics of later movements and still resonates now. Tune in, rethink the narrative, and help surface the names and questions that deserve daylight. City University of New York Associate Professor of History, Dr. Natanya Duncan's research and teaching focuses on global freedom movements of the 20th and 21st Century. Duncan's research interest includes constructions of identity and nation building amongst women of color; migrations; color and class in Diasporic communities; and the engagements of intellectuals throughout the African Diaspora. Her book, An Efficient Womanhood: Women and the Making of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, (University of North Carolina Press 2025) focuses on the distinct activist strategies in-acted by women in the UNIA, which Duncan calls an efficient womanhood. Following the ways women in the UNIA scripted their own understanding of Pan Africanism, Black Nationalism and constructions of Diasporic Blackness, the work traces the blending of nationalist and gendered concerns amongst known and lesser known Garveyite women. Support the showConnect with Strictly Facts - Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website Looking to read more about the topics covered in this episode? Subscribe to the newsletter at www.strictlyfactspod.com to get the Strictly Facts Syllabus to your email!Want to Support Strictly Facts? Rate & Leave a Review on your favorite platform Share this episode with someone or online and tag us Send us a DM or voice note to have your thoughts featured on an upcoming episode Donate to help us continue empowering listeners with Caribbean history and education Produced by Breadfruit Media

They told us we were gifted. They pulled us from class. They tested us behind covered windows. Now thousands of adults are asking the same question: what was that?

This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski welcomes back writer, editor, and design thinker Lila Allen for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation on design, storytelling, and what it means to live well. Since her last appearance, Lila has launched Wrong House—a bold new digital publication that embraces design with “guts,” mixing historic perspective, experimental formats, and everyday reality.From curating ghost stories and celebrating found furniture to exploring the soulful connections we form with our spaces, Lila shares how constraints and authenticity can unlock creativity. She also opens up about her move to the Hudson Valley, the influence of her museum roots, and why "wrong" can often be so right in design.This episode is a rich exploration of emotional design, creative risk-taking, and the power of spaces to linger in our memory.More About Lila AllenLila Allen is the founder and editor in chief of Wrong House, a monthly design publication launched in September 2025. She has previously held senior editorial roles at Architectural Digest, where she led AD PRO, the site's membership-based trade vertical, and Metropolis, where she was managing editor and shaped coverage across print and digital platforms. Today, outside of Wrong House, she runs an independent practice supporting architects, designers, and cultural organizations with brand storytelling, messaging strategy, and editorial direction, while continuing to write for leading design press. Lila holds a master's degree in Design Research, Writing & Criticism from the School of Visual Arts, where she received the Paula Rhodes Memorial Award and the Monotype Scholarship for Excellence in Design Criticism. Her bylines include The New York Times, Interior Design, Architectural Digest, and The Architect's Newspaper. She is currently at work on a design monograph for Monacelli, forthcoming in Fall 2026.Contact:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lila-allen-5513ba12/lila-allen.com  Where To Find Us:https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcastwww.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylighthttps://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltdhttps://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

In this episode of Talk Design, host Adrian Ramsey sits down with Bill Styczynski, Principal of Studio 21 Architects in Chicago. Recorded just days after Bill's open-heart surgery, this conversation is a testament to his unstoppable energy and passion for life.Bill shares his 44-year journey in architecture, from being inspired by the shadows on Chicago skyscrapers as a child to leading a successful design-build firm today. They discuss the critical relationship between architect and builder, the nuances of designing for different climates (from Chicago winters to Costa Rican tropics), and why transparency is the key to managing client budgets in a volatile market.Beyond architecture, Bill opens up about his other great passion: vintage car racing. He draws fascinating parallels between the unpredictability of the racetrack and the complexities of a construction site. Whether discussing the technical details of a "monopoly frame" or the emotional weight of designing a "forever home," Bill's insights offer a masterclass in creativity, resilience, and the art of living well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a reunion of sorts. I'm joined on the decks by a long-time friend, a seasoned DJ-turned-designer, and one of the creative forces behind GotSoul MNL—the city's newest sanctuary for audiophiles: Benjo Marquez, which he designed and built.In this M&W Radio episode, we're taking it back to the roots—78Orange, Bellissima, M Café—tracing a lineage of sound that spans years. After a long hiatus, Benjo returns to Music & Wine Radio sharper than ever.The Set: I set the tone for the first hour, followed by an elegant, deep-lounge takeover by Benjo. Pour something chilled, find a seat, and let the music do the heavy lifting.Save the Date: The next Music & Wine at Green Bar experience takes place on Wednesday, February 25, starting at 5 PM.

Frederica Mathewes-Green explains how TV and the internet are engineered for outrage—training us to argue instead of understand.This clip comes from A Commitment to Reality.We are living through one of the most disorienting periods in human history—leaving many to wonder: What is reality? As artificial intelligence accelerates and institutional trust erodes, our shared sense of what is real continues to crumble.A commitment to reality is a dedication to discerning what is true and developing the discipline to live in alignment with that truth—with reality. This podcast is an apologetic for reality—each episode serving as an intentional act of grounding our existence together as we commit to what is beautiful, good, and true.You can help spread the word about this new podcast by giving us a rating and review from the other channels we are listed on and telling others!Subscribe to A Commitment to Reality on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ACommitmenttoReality for the full episodes + clips, as well as Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-commitment-to-reality/id1876254826 , Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/378rR6Oz8YkbTOIqSfhlV3 and follow wherever you get podcasts.  You can help spread the word about this new podcast by giving us a rating and review from the other channels we are listed on and telling others!

In this episode of the Above the Business podcast, Bradley sits down with Dustin Booth, a successful small business owner who's navigated the challenging journey from burnout to building a thriving, sustainable business. This conversation is part of our Small Business Blueprint series, where we unpack the real strategies that business owners use to grow from under $500K to over $2M in revenue.Dustin shares his honest blueprint for business owners who've experienced burnout or felt unfulfilled despite outward success. Discover how he's built a scalable business by focusing on team development, strategic recruiting, and the often-overlooked connection between personal wellness and business performance.Register Now! Lead Yourself First: February 24th - an Above The Business WorkshopFREE workshop for business owners who planned well but are running on fumes.You set the goals in January. You aligned the team. You built the plan.But six weeks in, you're exhausted.Here's the truth: Your business won't grow beyond you until you lead yourself first.Join Bradley for a FREE 2-hour workshop on February 24th at 10 AM CST.You'll build your Personal Operating System, Decision Framework, Energy Protection Plan, Role Clarity Matrix, and 90-Day Accountability Structure.Space is limited. https://blueprintos.com/assetsThanks to our sponsors...Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast.Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner with them, they'll waive all setup fees.About Above The Business:Above The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect. Each week, Bradley shares frameworks, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and provides actionable insights for building businesses that run without you. Whether you're doing $300K or $3M in revenue, this show will help you get above your business and design the systems you need to scale.