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The National Joint Operational Structure is meeting in Bapong in Brits in the North West today, to assess the extent of illegal mining activities in the area. Resident of the area have raised safety concerns due to the reported illegal mining activities. For more Sakina Kamwendo spoke to National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure Spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe

Washington officials are beginning damage assessments after record flooding inundated communities across Snohomish and Skagit counties, triggering rescues, evacuation orders, highway closures, and an emergency declaration as crews brace for additional rain and wind. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washington-begins-to-assess-damage-from-record-flooding/ #WashingtonFloods #EmergencyResponse #PublicSafety #InfrastructureDamage #WAState #Weather

Amazon finally gets rid of the dreaded commingling. Will the post office stop delivering Amazon products? An important new rule for TikTok shop shipping. More stories on today's Weekly Buzz! ► Watch The Podcasts On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AMPMPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft We're back with another episode of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level. Amazon: Commingling practices will end effective March 31, 2026 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHSktDTEM5N0s5MkRBWFAy Amazon in discussions with USPS about future relationship https://www.reuters.com/technology/amazon-explores-cutting-ties-with-usps-washington-post-reports-2025-12-04/ TikTok Shop tightens Postal Service shipping options for sellers https://www.retaildive.com/news/tiktok-shop-usps-label-requirements-change/807086/ Assess new brand names with Brand Name Evaluator https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHVzNBWVRVTEZWN0VQWU1C Helium 10 is hosting an Elite workshop in Irvine, CA with sessions on AI SEO, TikTok Shop growth, and keyword research. Use code Elite100 at https://h10.me/q4workshop for a free $299 ticket. Lastly, an announcement for Helium 10's podcasts. The AM/PM Podcast will now focus on news and expert-led strategy trainings for e-commerce sellers. For brand stories and seller journeys, subscribe to the Serious Sellers Podcast. In episode #478 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz by Helium 10, Bradley covers: 00:00 - Introduction 01:28 - RIP Commingling 08:58 - RIP USPS? 10:15 - Amazon Listing Sync 12:38 - RIP TikTok Shop USPS Labels 14:18 - TikTok Shop Ads 17:27 - Amazon Brand Evaluator 19:18 - Elite Workshop 20:29 - Serious Sellers Podcast Enjoy this episode? Want to be able to ask questions to Leo Sgovio live in a small group with other 7 and 8-figure Amazon sellers?  Join the Helium 10 Elite Mastermind and get monthly workshops, training, and networking calls with Kevin at h10.me/elite Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast!

49ers insider for NBC Sports Bay Area and The Sports Leader Matt Maiocco joins Papa & Silver to assess why he feels that the 49ers are more in the mix for contention than they were at earlier points in the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers insider for NBC Sports Bay Area and The Sports Leader Matt Maiocco joins Papa & Silver to assess why he feels that the 49ers are more in the mix for contention than they were at earlier points in the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions.In this episode of the Cut Flower Podcast, Roz Chandler discusses the significance of December in gardening, emphasizing the importance of preparation and reflection for the upcoming growing season. She shares practical tips for caring for plants, protecting wildlife, and planning for future business goals. The conversation encourages listeners to take a moment to appreciate their gardens and consider their strategies for the next year.Key takeawaysDecember is a crucial month for flower growers.It's time to plan for the next growing season.Check on perennials and autumn plantings regularly.Protect tender plants from winter weather.Assess garden structure and make necessary adjustments.Conduct a seed audit to prepare for planting.December is a good time for bulb planting.Support wildlife by leaving perennials standing.Plan your business strategy for the upcoming year.Take time to reflect on your gardening goals.Click here to be one of the first to get the information about our 2026 Cut Flower Festival. https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

Gain a grounded, research-informed perspective on retirement planning in this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, where Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase examine the emotional, behavioral, and organizational factors that often influence how individuals approach life after work. This conversation highlights commonly referenced frameworks and planning considerations, offering context for listeners seeking to better understand the many moving parts of a thoughtful retirement process. • Explore the behavioral and psychological dynamics behind transitioning from a saver mindset to a spending mindset in retirement, including the frequently cited “millionaire's paradox.” • Understand how creating a written retirement plan may help provide structure, along with why general withdrawal frameworks—such as the commonly referenced 4%+ rule—are used for discussion rather than as recommendations. • Consider approaches for maintaining emotional objectivity when making financial decisions throughout retirement. • Reflect on why some financial professionals continue working and how their experience may contribute to broader retirement-planning conversations. • Review the potential role a fiduciary or financial advisor may play in helping individuals identify common planning pitfalls, organize long-term strategies, and evaluate tax and estate considerations. • Identify widely used criteria for assessing whether a fiduciary advisor aligns with an individual's values, communication preferences, and planning philosophy. • Explore end-of-year tax-related considerations—including SALT limits, charitable deduction rules, HSAs, clean-energy credits, bonus depreciation provisions, and updates to 529 plan flexibility—while recognizing that tax implications depend on each household's specific circumstances. • Evaluate the educational value some families see in establishing custodial investment accounts for children or grandchildren as part of broader financial learning. • Assess the administrative reasons some individuals review whether consolidating retirement accounts may support clearer oversight of their financial landscape. If you're interested in expanding your understanding of the factors that may shape retirement decision-making, this episode offers context to help you think through your own process. Listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast for ongoing discussions centered on thoughtful, well-informed retirement planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giants Special Assistant to Baseball Operations Ron Wotus joins the Gregs to assess how Bryce Eldridge has progressed defensively during his time with the Giants, and how he sees similar defensive strengths & weaknesses between Casey Schmitt and Jeff KentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants Special Assistant to Baseball Operations Ron Wotus joins the Gregs to assess how Bryce Eldridge has progressed defensively during his time with the Giants, and how he sees similar defensive strengths & weaknesses between Casey Schmitt and Jeff KentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine stepping into 2026 fully prepared, fully aligned, and fully confident that this will be your year. No guessing, no waiting - just clarity, focus, and a plan that actually works. In this episode, Emily takes you behind the scenes of how she maps her vision and builds a strategic plan that moves across every area of life. By the end, you'll know exactly where to put your energy, focus your time, and what steps will make 2026 your breakthrough year. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just clear, strategic action that aligns with your values and purpose. If you're ready to plan strategically, think bigger than ever, and finally step into a year where your vision becomes reality, this episode is for you.  What You'll Learn: Align your goals with God's calling to step confidently into your purpose Reverse-engineer your biggest goals into clear, actionable steps Spot personal limitations and excuses to overcome obstacles Honor the seasonality of your life to know when to push and when to wait Use visualization and declaration to attract aligned opportunities Timestamps: (00:50) - Assess before you increase your vision (02:49) - Choosing a word for your year (13:54) - Setting specific goals for 2026 (20:51) - Aligning your goals with your faith (26:33) - Setting specific, measurable, and emotionally meaningful goals (33:52) - The role of belief in achieving goals and overcoming self-doubt (41:37) - Reverse-engineering: making your vision a reality (48:34) - Identifying personal limitations and excuses (55:49) - Visualizing and promoting your vision (58:02) - The importance of accountability and discipline in achieving goals More from Emily & FORDIVINE: Website |  https://meetemilyford.com   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily         Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod    YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD  Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/  FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/   

Thinking about taking your teaching to the next level, diving deeper into your specialist interests, or even writing a degree of your own? In this episode of Singing Teachers Talk, Alexa is joined by educator, performer, and MA creator Kaya Herstad-Carney, who pulls back the curtain on what a master's degree in the performing arts really offers. From choosing the right pathway and understanding learning outcomes to balancing study with real life, Kaya shares how her own master's shaped her career, the unexpected opportunities it opened, and what she's learned from writing not one but two MA programmes. Whether you're a singing teacher, performer, or creative professional considering postgraduate study, this conversation is packed with insight, encouragement, and the honest realities behind levelling up your education.WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?2:27 Why did Kaya do a masters degree?5:37 What is the advantage of studying for an MA?10:10 How to choose an MA course19:19 Juggling a part time MA21:46 What If I'm not very academic?26:11 Writing an MA degree34:22 Marking degree assessments39:07 Common errors in MA submissions41:13 Making your MA decisionAbout the presenter HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSWaterBear The College of MusicSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.154 Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing Teachers with Alexa TerrySinging Teachers Talk - Ep.222 The Rise of AI: What It Means for Singers & Teachers with Rachael DrurySinging Teachers Talk - Ep.226 The Rise of AI: Practical Tools and Strategies for the Singing Teacher with Rachael DrurySinging Teachers Talk - Ep.56 Taking the Academic Route with Debbie WinterVoice Study CentreArts CouncilABOUT THE GUEST Kaya is a higher education leader, vocal pedagogue, and award-winning artist. From September 2025 she becomes Head of Education (Online) at WaterBear College of Music. With an MA from LIPA/Hope and Fellowship of the HEA, she specialises in student-centred learning and CCM vocal habilitation, and has taught at ACM, LIPA, University of Liverpool, and BAST Training. She sits on the Vocology in Practice Advisory Board, researches voice, wellbeing, and sustainable careers, and performs internationally as a singer-songwriter, including with John Grant and Ringo Starr.SEE FULL BIO HereWebsiteInstagram: @kayamusic

In today's episode, Larry and Cody expand on last week's discussion about trust and move into the next critical phase of every professional conversation: certainty. Once a client trusts you, they still need clarity around four specific dimensions before they feel ready to commit their time, money, and emotional energy to a meaningful process. This episode breaks down each of those certainties—what they mean, why they matter, and how to address them directly instead of hoping they resolve themselves.  They start with certainty in themselves, exploring why clients often doubt their ability to follow through and why coaches must help them uncover their past successes, failures, support systems, and obstacles. From there, they move into certainty in the plan, walking listeners through the four-phase Active Life method—Assess, Develop, Ascend, Freedom—and how to tailor detail or simplicity depending on personality type. This proactive clarity helps clients visualize the journey and understand what long-term success will require.  Finally, the conversation moves to certainty in support and certainty in the decision. Larry and Cody unpack how clients evaluate the professional and the environment: Do they trust the team? Do they understand the support structure? Is the timing right? They highlight how the best coaches stay calm during this phase by being agnostic to the outcome, genuinely committed to helping people find the right fit—not just making a sale. This episode gives professionals a complete blueprint for guiding clients through confident, aligned decisions. 

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!A burning leg at night, a “herniated disc” on the MRI, and years of mixed messages—sound familiar? We unpack a real client story and show how to trade fear for a plan using assessment-first coaching, language that calms the system, and progressions that actually work.We start by debunking outdated ortho beliefs that frame backs as fragile and people as broken. Then we map a simple screening process to pinpoint intolerances—flexion, extension, rotation, lateral flexion, or compression—and use those findings to build a zero-discomfort movement menu. You'll hear why stretching into nerve symptoms often flares sciatica-like pain, when sciatic nerve glides help, and how to reframe “pain” as “discomfort” to reduce threat and increase buy-in.From there we get practical. Learn how to coach precise planks, side planks, and bridges; when to choose TRX rows over bent-over rows; how to modify pressing with landmine variations; and why bilateral pulling beats asymmetrical loading early on. We cover bracing and drawing-in cues, pacing volume to track responses, decompression options for compression-sensitive clients, and small lifestyle levers like sleep setup, hydration, and nutrition quality. We also explain imaging context, disc reabsorption, and the power of daily low back routines that rebuild trust. Finally, we share networking tactics to team up with pro-movement physios and chiros so your client always has a path forward.If you coach people with back issues—or you're working through them yourself—you'll leave with a step-by-step framework: listen, screen, find zero-discomfort ranges, progress deliberately, and keep the wins going for life. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with your top takeaway so we can cover it next.Want to become a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer? SUF-CPT is the FASTEST growing personal training certification in the world! Want to ask us a question? Email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Successful Personal Trainer Book Vol. 2 (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1aoRnqANASM / ACE / ISSA study guide: https://www.showupfitness.com

Send us a textIn this power-packed episode of the Self-Reflection Podcast, Lira welcomes back Jackie Wu, the founder and CEO of Treasure Life's Journey and a renowned sales expert. Building on their previous discussion, Jackie dives deeper into her signature FAQ Formula, a transformative framework designed to help entrepreneurs and professionals secure a "yes" in just one conversation. Jackie shares her incredible journey from closing a $228,000 sale in 30 minutes at Tiffany & Co. to gaining the endorsement of California State Treasurer Fiona Ma in under seven minutes.Jackie breaks down the three essential steps of the FAQ Formula: (F) Find your ideal avatar, (A) Assess their qualification, and (Q) Quick sale close. She explains how this method eliminates the burnout of endless follow-ups and ensures that business owners focus their energy on clients who are ready, willing, and able to invest. Beyond sales tactics, Jackie emphasizes the crucial mindset shift required for success: deeply believing that "I am worth it, and I am worth every penny of it."This episode also explores the unique challenges women face in negotiation and confidence, particularly within cultural contexts that encourage timidity. Jackie offers practical tools, like her color-coded time-blocking strategy for productivity, and shares how finding the right mentors can help navigate the "corporate jungle." Whether you're an entrepreneur, a corporate professional, or simply looking to improve your persuasive communication in relationships, this conversation provides a blueprint for achieving your goals with peace and purpose.Support the showCall to Action: Engage with the Self-Reflection Podcast community! Like, follow, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube (Self-Reflection Podcast by Lira Ndifon), and all major podcast platforms. Share your insights and feedback—we value your contributions! Suggest topics you'd like us to explore. Your support amplifies our reach, sharing these vital messages of self-love and empowerment. Until our next conversation, prioritize self-care and embrace your journey. Grab your copy of "Awaken Your True Self" on Amazon. Until next time, be kind to yourself and keep reflecting.

​​Join our champion program: mark@themomentumcompany.comAttend a Thriving Leader event: https://www.themomentumcompany.com/thrivingleader2026Instagram: @the.momentum.companyLinkedIn: /momentum-companyIn this episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast, Mark Jewell sits down with Michael Hill, CEO of H&A Farms, a vertically integrated operation in Florida that has transformed the blueberry supply chain. Starting as a fourth-generation farmer with a single employee, Michael now leads the business responsible for packing 40% of Florida's blueberry crop while running thriving agritourism and processing divisions.Michael opens up about the pressures of scaling, surviving pandemic-era uncertainty, finding—and keeping—the right people, and the mindset it takes to grow, diversify, and lead through chaos. His story is a lesson in intentionality, delegation, resilience, and never forgetting the value of your name.Key Takeaways:1. Leadership Starts With Your Word: Intentional leaders don't just tell others what to do—they hold themselves accountable first. Michael reminds us that the most dangerous promises to break are the ones we make to ourselves.2. Delegation Is a Skill — Not a Surrender: From running everything himself in year one to scaling to over 2,000 seasonal workers, Michael learned the hard way that growth depends on your ability to trust others, define responsibility, and let go of control.3. Crisis Reveals Character: During COVID, 98% of Michael's sales evaporated overnight. Instead of shutting down and causing market collapse, he held the line, protected his growers, and managed an unprecedented backlog until demand returned.4. Culture Evolves — But It Must Be Protected: Michael's business outgrew its early “everyone does everything” startup DNA. To evolve, he had to install structures, set standards, and protect culture by removing mediocre players who couldn't or wouldn't keep up.5. Seasonal Ag Labor Is Not for the Faint of Heart: Managing hundreds of local workers and 1,800 H2A harvesters in a seven-week window requires systems, communication, and acceptance that during peak season, work takes over life. Not everyone is built for that kind of leadership—and that's okay.Notable Quotes:“You die with one thing in this world — your name.” – Michael Hill“If I believe I can bet on myself, is it really a risk?” – Michael Hill“Winners want to be around other winners. The mediocre don't.” – Michael Hill“You can't just delegate — you have to put the right people in the right seats.” – Michael Hill“Still being here? That's the win.” – Michael HillAction Steps:Create your own Delegate-to-Elevate grid and get honest about what needs to go.Assess your team: Who's a fit for the mission? Who's just along for the ride?Consider crisis planning: What would you do if 98% of demand stopped overnight?Make one visible choice this week that protects your integrity and leadership reputation.Listen If You Are:Building or scaling an agribusiness from scratchStruggling to delegate or develop leaders around youCurious about blueberries, packing, and agritourism at scaleLeading teams with seasonal or H2A laborLooking for real-world stories of grit, growth, and intentional leadership

Most leaders have no clear, single picture of how AI is actually being used inside their organization. In this solo episode, host Susan Diaz walks through a practical, human-first AI audit you can run in weeks (not years) to map tools, workflows, adoption patterns, and risks - so your AI strategy isn't built on vibes and vendor decks. Episode summary This episode tackles a simple but uncomfortable question: "Do you actually know what's happening with AI inside your organisation right now?" Not what vendors say. Not what a slide in a strategy deck says. What people are really doing - with official tools, embedded features, and personal accounts. Susan breaks down a four-part AI literacy audit that gives leaders a coherent baseline: Tools - Which AI-powered tools are already in play, where AI is embedded in existing platforms, and where spend and capabilities overlap. Workflows - Where AI is already changing how work is done, which tasks are automated or accelerated, and which manual processes are obvious candidates for support. Adoption patterns - Who's confident, who's dabbling, who's avoiding AI entirely, and how evenly (or unevenly) AI usage is distributed across teams and levels. Risks and blind spots - Shadow AI, unsanctioned tools, data exposure, governance gaps, and the places where "nothing's gone wrong… yet" is not a strategy. She then walks through a step-by-step approach to running an audit without turning it into a year-long consulting project, and shows how to turn your findings into training, workflow redesign, and a credible AI ROI story. Key takeaways If you skip the audit, you're flying blind. Without a baseline, every AI decision - platforms, pilots, hiring, training - is a shot in the dark based on guesswork and anecdotes. A good AI audit is four-dimensional, not just a tools list. You need to understand tools, workflows, adoption patterns, and risk/gaps together if you want a true picture of AI activity. The hidden costs of "no audit": Duplicate spend on overlapping tools in different departments. Shadow AI and data risk from personal accounts and unsanctioned apps. Wasted efficiency gains because great use cases stay trapped in individual heads and folders. No convincing story of AI ROI for your CFO, board, or leadership. Think of the audit like an MRI, not a court case. The goal is visibility, not blame. If people feel they'll be punished for experimenting, they'll simply stop telling you the truth. You can run a meaningful audit in five practical steps: Listen - Short surveys + focused interviews with department heads, AI champions, and sceptics. Map tools and spend - Inventory official tools, quiet add-ons, free/low-cost apps, and personal subscriptions used for work. Document workflows - Pick priority functions (often marketing, HR, sales, ops) and map how work gets done today, then mark where AI shows up or could. Assess risk and governance - Where does confidential data touch AI? What's policy on paper vs in practice? Where are the biggest gaps? Build an opportunity backlog - Quick wins, experiments, and longer-term projects that emerge from the audit. Your audit output should be short and usable, not a 90-slide graveyard: An executive summary with top risks, opportunities, and 3/6/12-month priorities. A tool + workflow map that shows overlaps, gaps, and shadow usage. A risk and governance section with clear start / stop / continue recommendations. An opportunity backlog that can plug into project management and resourcing. Don't make it an IT-only exercise. AI touches how people think and work across functions. The audit should be leadership-backed and cross-functional, not dropped on a single department. The audit is the bridge, not the endpoint. Once you can see what's happening, you can design training, governance, workflow changes, and ROI tracking that match reality instead of hopes. Episode highlights [00:02] "Do you know exactly what's happening with AI inside your organisation right now?" [01:10] Why an AI audit should come before platforms, hires, or big training programmes. [03:18] Reframing audits: from "innovation killers" to foundations for better decisions. [04:00] The four dimensions of an AI literacy audit: tools, workflows, adoption, risk/blind spots. [05:24] Questions to ask about tools: what's in play, where AI is embedded, where teams overlap. [04:52–05:24] Questions to ask about workflows: where AI is changing work, what's automated, what's still painfully manual. [05:24–06:56] Mapping adoption patterns: power users, dabblers, avoiders, and distribution across departments and levels. [06:56] Shadow AI, unsanctioned tools, and governance gaps as audit essentials. [07:23] Why a single coherent picture of AI activity becomes your baseline for everything that follows. [07:54–10:28] Four costs of skipping the audit: duplicate spend, risk, wasted gains, and weak ROI stories. [10:51–13:03] Step 1 + 2: listening through surveys and interviews, then mapping tools and spend without turning it into a witch hunt. [13:03–14:22] Step 3: documenting workflows in priority functions and spotting patterns. [14:22–15:40] Step 4 + 5: assessing risk/governance and surfacing quick wins + deeper opportunities. [16:15–17:47] What a practical audit output looks like (and why it shouldn't die in a folder). [18:16–18:57] Common traps: making it IT-only, punitive, or overcomplicated. [19:56–21:10] Turning audit insights into training, governance, workflow redesign, and credible ROI tracking. If your current AI strategy rests on vendor promises, scattered pilots, and vibes, this episode is your sign to step back. Share it with: The exec who keeps getting asked for AI ROI. The IT or ops lead worried about shadow AI but unsure where to start. The internal AI champion who's been documenting everything in a lonely Notion doc. Then ask as a leadership team: "What would it take for us to have a clear, one-page picture of AI activity across this organisation in the next 60 days?" Connect with Susan Diaz on LinkedIn to get a conversation started. Agile teams move fast. Grab our 10 AI Deep Research Prompts to see how proven frameworks can unlock clarity in hours, not months. Find the prompt pack here.

Experts in AI are assessing OpenAI's rapid spending practices. Some highlight efficiency, others raise bubble concerns. We discuss the financial, strategic, and competitive impacts.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Please join us for “How to Assess the Hidden Meaning Behind Behaviors” with Staci Neustadt and Susan Golubock.Staci Neustadt, CEO of Making Sense of Autism®, is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with over 20 years of experience providing individual and group therapy, training, mentorship, and leadership. In 2019, Staci joined Susan in developing the Neuro Strengths Based Support for Autism framework. Staci is passionate about creating a paradigm shift for therapists to holistically support autistic clients and for autistic clients to feel seen and heard as they build on their strengths and contribute their gifts to their community.Susan Golubock is a retired occupational therapist. She received her Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from Western Michigan University in 1968 and Masters of Education degree in special education technology in 1995. She was diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum in 1999. Most of her career has been spent in school-based practice. Susan has been a keynote speaker and presenter at various conferences. Susan developed the Neuro-Strengths Based Support for Autism Framework, which comes from her personal experience as an autistic individual and professional experience as an occupational therapist who worked with autistic clients. She grew up trying to “be like everyone else;” she succeeded in masking but at the cost of never developing a sense of “self,” which led to symptoms of post-traumatic stress. When she was finally diagnosed in my early 50s, I learned that there were other options for how to think and behave, which radically changed my life for the better. Susan's passion is to educate parents and professionals so the autistic individuals in their lives are understood.Support the show

Private funders are increasingly shifting from funding short-term service delivery to long-term systems change, pushing nonprofits to rethink their role in their community. Many are now asking, how do we stay mission-focused while building the relationships needed to attract funders who want deeper change? In today's episode, we explore the idea of power ecosystems — what they are, how they work, and why they're reshaping the nonprofit-funder relationship. Tune in to learn how to identify your power ecosystem, build collective power, and engage private funders more effectively. Want to suggest a topic, guest, or nonprofit organization for an upcoming episode? Send an email with the subject "NPFX suggestion" to contact@ipmadvancement.com. Additional Resources Public Health and Racial Equity (PHaRE) Model for Systems Change https://gingerleeglobal.com/public-health-and-racial-equity-phare-model-for-systems-change/ [NPFX] Rethinking How We Do Good: What We Can Learn from This Funding Crisis https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/rethinking-how-we-do-good-what-we-can-learn-from-this-funding-crisis [NPFX] Federal Funding Uncertainty: How to Assess the Risks and Respond Strategically https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/federal-funding-uncertainty-how-to-assess-the-risks-and-respond-strategically [NPFX] Building Resilience in the Face of Funding Cuts https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/building-resilience-in-the-face-of-funding-cuts [NPFX] Advocacy Matters: Defending Federal Funding for Nonprofits https://www.ipmadvancement.com/npfx/advocacy-matters-defending-federal-funding-for-nonprofits Guests Ginger Lee, DrPH, is the founder of the Ginger Lee Global Health Consulting Group, supporting communities and organizations committed to social justice and equitable systems change. Raised in low-resourced neighborhoods, she brings a deep commitment to community power building and transformational change. Dr. Lee has served as CEO of two nonprofits, a highly successful development director, a government policy maker, and president of a globally focused foundation. Her expertise centers on systems and organizational change, non-profit leadership, and on shifting traditional philanthropy to invest in systems-level solutions alongside direct service. She is the author of the research-based Public Health and Racial Equity (PHaRE) Model for Systems Change, which clarifies the mechanisms for systems transformation led by communities most impacted by inequities. https://www.linkedin.com/in/weavingchange/ https://gingerleeglobal.com/ Dr. Anthony "Tony" Iton, CEO of The Health Trust, is a physician, attorney, public health leader, and nationally recognized advocate for health equity. Over a career spanning more than 30 years, Dr. Iton has tackled systemic barriers to health and championed community-led solutions to address inequities. At The California Endowment, he served as Senior Vice President for Healthy Communities, leading the landmark $1 billion, 10-year Building Healthy Communities initiative—one of the largest philanthropic efforts of its kind in the nation. His visionary leadership focused on empowering marginalized communities, shifting policy systems, and reimagining public health practices. Dr. Iton holds an MD from Johns Hopkins University, a JD and MPH from UC Berkeley, and a BS in Neurophysiology from McGill University. He is a Lecturer of Health Policy and Management at UC Berkeley's School of Public Health and serves on the boards of national organizations focused on health equity, including the Public Health Institute and Prevention Institute. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtonyiton/ https://healthtrust.org/ Elizabeth Silverstein has served the not-for-profit sector for more than 40 years, specializing in transformational giving, vision casting, inspiring boards, and building passionate, effective teams. Beth has been instrumental in cultivating major gifts for capital campaigns in healthcare, two presidential libraries, higher education, K-12 independent schools, and social service organizations. With an ardent passion for protecting and propelling the nonprofit sector, Beth has joined the team at VisionConnect, a consultancy specializing in strategic planning, coalition building, governance excellence, and nonprofit capacity building. A BoardSource-certified Governance Consultant, she is passionate about coaching boards toward purpose-driven leadership and crafting bold strategic plans that drive maximum mission impact. https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-reynolds-silverstein-b211b7a/ https://www.visionconnectllc.com/ Hosts Russ Phaneuf, a co-founder of IPM Advancement, has a background in higher education development, with positions at the University of Hartford, Northern Arizona University, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. As IPM's managing director & chief strategist, Russ serves as lead fundraising strategist, award-winning content creator, and program analyst specializing in applied system dynamics. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russphaneuf/ https://www.ipmadvancement.com/ Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 35 years. In his roles as senior consultant with IPM Advancement and founder of VisionConnect LLC, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in capital campaigns, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richfrazier/ https://www.visionconnectllc.com/

Stay informed about today's highly-searched retirement and financial planning topics in this new episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast with Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase. Gain clear, accessible context on economic trends, retirement rules, portfolio structures, and planning conversations that are shaping long-term decision-making discussions. • Explore how the proposed 50-year mortgage is influencing conversations around affordability, home-equity timelines, and shifting real estate structures. • Recognize how the K-shaped economy reflects differing financial experiences across households and shapes discussions about consumer sentiment and wealth-building patterns. • Clarify how mortgage leverage and ultra-long terms relate to borrowing structures, payoff timelines, and the considerations homeowners may evaluate. • Understand how equal-weighted investing frameworks are designed to help distribute exposure more evenly across sectors to address concentration awareness. • Review how equal-weighted and sector-weighted ETFs and mutual funds structure market exposure and present alternative allocation methodologies. • Assess the factors often discussed when evaluating early Social Security filing, especially when immediate income needs are already met. • Compare modeled scenarios that illustrate how different 401(k) contribution timelines can affect projected balances under various assumptions. • Examine informational considerations for highly compensated employees, including restoration plan structures, tax mechanics, and withdrawal rules. • Weigh the structural differences between W-2 and 1099 income in high-income medical professions, including taxation, liability frameworks, and benefits access. • Explore available approaches for high earners encountering Roth IRA limits, such as after-tax contributions, mega-backdoor Roth structures, and ETF allocation strategies. • Hear listener questions addressing savings habits, employer-plan options, and retirement-plan mechanics discussed in real-world scenarios. • Identify informational steps that may support ongoing awareness throughout different stages of retirement planning. If you want to stay current on the retirement conversations shaping today's financial landscape, listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast. Join Wes Moss, Christa DiBiase, and the Retire Sooner community for grounded, ongoing discussions aimed at helping listeners stay informed and intentional about long-term planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every so often, it's important to pause and ask: How are we really doing? In this episode of the Nonprofit Radio Show, Nancy and Sarah explore practical ways nonprofit boards and staff can take stock of their organization's health and direction.From classic tools like SWOT to strengths-based approaches like SOAR, and from balanced scorecards to simple dashboards and lifecycle models, you'll hear how these frameworks help teams move beyond gut feelings to evidence-based decisions.Assessment isn't about judgment—it's about clarity. It's a chance to gather insight, involve more voices, and make sure your organization is focused on what matters most. Whether you're gearing up for strategic planning, setting next year's budget, or just need a reset, this episode will help you choose the right tool and use it to guide your next steps.Question to consider before listening:What might you learn if your board or staff took a clear-eyed look at how your organization is doing right now? Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend. Want to request a topic? Email us at nonprofitradioshow@gmail.com.You can also follow us on these social media channels: Facebook: www.facebook.com/nonprofitradioshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/nonprofitradioshow Twitter: @smallnonprofits LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nonprofit-radio-show/ You got this.

Thinking about becoming a singing teacher but not sure what's holding you back? In this episode, Alexa and Line break down the most common barriers aspiring singing teachers face. Learn how to get started with what you already know, build confidence step by step, choose the right training, and grow your teaching practice with clarity and purpose. If you're ready to take the next step in your singing teaching journey, this conversation will help you move forward with confidence.  WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST? 0:31 How did Line become a singing teacher?  4:22 I don't know enough & imposter syndrome 11:26 There's too much choice 18:26 I don't have the piano skills 23:37 I don't have confidence in my own voice  28:25 I'm just not qualified  31:26 What about money?  36:51 My schedule is already busy  40:59 I don't know how to start a business  46:10 What if I hurt a student's voice?   About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS   Line Hilton  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.237 Beyond the Vocal Tract: How the Brain Shapes What We Hear with Ian Howell Hearing Singing - A Guide to Functional Listening and Voice Perception  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.111 Essential Piano Skills for Singers and Voice Teachers with Brenda Earle Stokes  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.158 How Music Theory and Keyboard Skills Can Transform Your Singing Teaching with Amy Walton  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.88 Pros and Cons of Singing Teacher Qualifications with Line Hilton Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.229 Ways to Make More Money as a Singing Teacher with Zoe Stibi Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.227 Following Your Bliss: How to Align your Life and Business with Gemma Sugrue  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.220 Time Management: Making Time When There Isn't Any with Line Hilton & Alexa Terry Chris Johnson 

Stop guessing. Start assessing. This conversation gives chiropractors a clear, CEO-level way to review the past year so you can plan 2026 with confidence. Dr. Pete and Dr. Stephen break down the APPEAR process and show how to score your five domains, surface real constraints, and turn them into projects that boost throughput, retention, and profitability. You'll learn how to use the Accountability Grid, align KPIs to owners, and set a simple rhythm that keeps your team focused and your growth sustainable. In this episode you will:See how the APPEAR framework turns vision into execution. Learn to score attraction, conversion, retention, team, and collections with real data. Identify true constraints and translate them into 2026 projects. Assign clear ownership and KPIs using the Accountability Grid. Build a repeatable end-of-year assess → plan rhythm your team can follow.Episode Highlights01:38 – Learn why Last to Now is the essential starting point for the APPEAR framework.02:17 – See why discipline and restraint make this assessment so valuable for leaders.03:29 – Understand how the APPEAR process works and why the Assess step runs deeper than most expect.04:08 – Hear how belief systems shape behaviors and why outcomes trace back to mindset.05:32 – Learn why successful chiropractors reflect before they plan and how this habit produces better years.06:23 – See why entrepreneurs struggle with slowing down and why looking back is uncomfortable but necessary.07:16 – Understand how last year's vision and goals become the anchor for your annual review.09:18 – Learn how your vision story and goals turn into a data-driven roadmap for assessment.10:53 – See why outcomes reveal the truth of your inputs and why emotional reactions are part of the process.13:06 – Learn how to create a proper CEO environment for meaningful annual assessment.14:52 – Understand how the APPEAR process ties assessment, planning, and execution into one clear rhythm.17:12 – See how the updated Accountability Grid simplifies scoring and clarifies ownership.21:26 – Learn how to connect beliefs, behaviors, and tools so your assessment becomes actionable.26:02 – Understand how the three tributaries of marketing reveal the health of your attraction strategy.34:09 – Learn how constraints limit throughput and why identifying them drives your 2026 projects.37:58 - Coach Dr. Eric talks with Success Partner Dr. Chad Glines from Genesis Back and Neck about bringing a principled decompression system into a chiropractic practice without adding confusion or extra work. Dr. Chad shares how their proven protocol, targeted marketing, and full training support make disc care consistent, profitable, and easy to integrate. It's an encouraging look at growing your practice and serving tougher cases with confidence and integrity. Resources MentionedDownload for the Accountability Grid & Walk-Through Video: https://theremarkablepractice.com/podcast-ep334-acctgrid/Learn more about the TRP Remarkable Business Immersion - March 6 - 7, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ and March 20 - 21, 2026 in Brisbane, AUS - https://theremarkablepractice.com/upcoming-events/To learn more about the REM CEO Program, please visit:  http://www.theremarkablepractice.com/rem-ceoFor more information about Genesis Back & Neck visit: https://genesisback.comBook a Strategy Session with Dr. Pete - https://go.oncehub.com/PodcastPCPrefer to watch? Catch the podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRemarkablePractice1To listen to more episodes, visit https://theremarkablepractice.com/podcastor follow on your favorite podcast app. 

This week, we are continuing with the theme of toxicity because it lies at the root of most health issues horses experience.Looking back at past cases, the pattern is unmistakable. Once you remove those dietary toxins, things start to turn around. The tricky part is knowing what is helpful and what is harmful, so that is what we are focusing on today.Over-SupplementedOver-supplementation becomes a major contributor to malabsorption, inflammation, and chronic health problems. Many ingredients, especially synthetic, inflammatory, or poorly absorbed ones, cause toxicity, overwhelm digestion, and suppress the immune system. Interpreting Ingredient Lists Horse owners must learn to interpret ingredient lists to distinguish food ingredients from vitamins, minerals, preservatives, flavorings, and fillers. Many supplements contain a few beneficial components surrounded by ingredients that negate their benefits. So it is essential to know which are organic, which are inorganic, and which are highly processed.Detoxifying Means Removing, Not AddingDetoxification comes from removing substances rather than adding more. Every ingredient requires a digestive resource, and when the system is congested, even beneficial nutrients turn toxic. Removing non-essential supplements frees the liver, gut, and cells to function normally, improves absorption, and reduces inflammation. A temporary reset with hay, water, and salt will allow the digestive system to heal.The Fear of Stopping SupplementsMany owners fear that their horses will regress if they remove their supplements, yet many horses decline because they cannot properly absorb the supplements they get. Most commercial ingredients are so processed and inorganic that the body barely recognizes them. Simplifying is not deprivation. It restores capacity. Nutrition from forage and whole foods becomes far more effective with reduced digestive stress.Why Simplifying WorksTurnarounds can happen when owners strip everything back to only a few essential nutrients plus detoxifying herbs. Even horses on high-quality programs with good ingredients can improve dramatically by reducing their overall load. Fewer ingredients reduce competition for receptors, lowering inflammation and improving the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients and minerals.Ingredient Competition Inflammatory ingredients block the absorption of critical minerals, fat-soluble vitamins, and proteins. Even high-quality formulas can fail if too many ingredients compete for absorption. Less is often more because simplified diets reduce receptor blockage, increase bioavailability, and allow the body to use what it gets.Choosing Supplements Labels market conditions like ulcers, metabolic syndrome, and digestion, without guaranteeing ingredient suitability. Horses with ulcers, for example, cannot absorb synthetic nutrients well, especially while on proton pump inhibitors. So owners must evaluate what each ingredient actually does rather than trusting marketing claims.A Three-Step Supplement AuditCount every ingredient your horse consumes daily across all supplements.Categorize each item (food, vitamin, mineral, preservative, flavoring, or colorant)Assess processing level and quality Auditing provides clarity and helps you decide what to remove, what to keep, and what genuinely benefits the horse.Do you know what exactly is in your horse's supplements, and what they're actually doing for their health? Keeping your horse's diet and supplement program clean is one of the most beneficial things you can do for them. There is nothing that turns a horse's health around faster than cleaning up their diet and supporting their health from the inside out. The good news is I'm going live on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10 am Mountain...

Last week, we talked about why strategic prioritisation matters and how it creates your unfair competitive advantage. We looked at how the spray-and-pray approach is costing you 5 times as much to acquire clients, resulting in 52% lower marketing ROI and 40% higher client churn. More importantly, we discussed how strategic prioritisation transforms your business: marketing spend decreases whilst results increase, you grow 30% faster, and you build sustainable competitive advantages that can’t be easily replicated. So now the question becomes: where exactly should you focus your limited resources for maximum impact as you plan for late 2025 and into 2026? Today, I’m going to walk you through the critical areas that research shows demand attention. Let’s dive in. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Identify your true business driver by analysing conversion data—discover which activities actually close deals versus those that just create awareness (one agency increased conversions 40% using this method) Niche specialisation delivers 300% higher profitability than generalist approaches, with specialist agencies filling roles 2.3x faster and commanding 20-30% premium fees Client retention strategies that boost profitability by 25-95% with just a 5% improvement, including proactive communication frameworks and multi-stakeholder engagement tactics The Lead Generation Triad framework for building predictable sales pipelines using current connections, content marketing, and systematic cold outreach 2026 recruitment marketing priorities, including AI-driven solutions (81% of agencies investing), social sourcing strategies, and authentic employer branding approaches Technology stack essentials that reduce time-to-fill by 60% and help agencies close 40% more deals through integrated CRM-ATS systems Identify Your Key Business Drivers Before you dive into any of these priority areas, there’s one critical step that far too many recruitment business owners skip: identifying your key business driver by reviewing actual conversion data. Here’s what I mean. I was speaking with an MD recently who was convinced that their time should be split equally across all their marketing activities. They were doing a bit of LinkedIn, a bit of email, some cold calling, and attending the occasional networking event. But when we sat down and analysed where their converted clients came from over the last two years, you know, the ones who signed terms and generated revenue, we discovered something fascinating. Their LinkedIn content was absolutely working. It was creating awareness, generating engagement, and booking initial meetings. But here’s the thing: those LinkedIn connections only converted into actual clients when they transitioned to messaging, face-to-face meetings, or structured follow-up calls. The pattern was clear: LinkedIn opened the door and built credibility, but it was the in-person meeting or the strategic phone conversation that closed the deal. Without that crucial next step, the LinkedIn engagement rarely converted to revenue. This revelation completely changed their strategic priorities. They didn’t stop posting on LinkedIn; it was a vital awareness tool. But they realised their true business driver was the face-to-face meeting. So, they restructured everything around getting more of those meetings and making them count. They used LinkedIn to create awareness and credibility, then systematically moved prospects toward booking virtual coffee meetings or office visits. The result? A 40% increase in client conversions over the next quarter. So, before you commit to any strategy for 2026, I want you to do this simple exercise: Look at your converted clients over the last two years. Trace back through the entire journey. What created the initial awareness? What built the credibility? And critically, what was the final touchpoint that actually converted them into a client? Was it a face-to-face meeting after connecting on LinkedIn? A follow-up call after they downloaded your content. A presentation at their office that you arranged through email outreach. Whatever that conversion moment was, that’s your key business driver. Everything else is supporting that driver. Once you’ve identified this, you can build your entire priority framework around creating more of those conversion moments, whilst using your other channels strategically to feed that pipeline.  Market Positioning and Niche Specialisation One of the most fundamental strategic decisions you face is whether to operate as a generalist or specialist agency. The evidence overwhelmingly favours niche specialisation for agencies seeking competitive advantage. Listen to these numbers: • Niche recruitment agencies fill roles 2.3 times faster than generalists because they know the industry inside and out. • They earn 3.2 times more referrals due to the trust and credibility that comes with deep industry expertise. • They command 20 to 30% higher fees thanks to demonstrated specialisation. • They achieve 89% client retention rates, far above the 62% average for generalists. • And they see a 300% boost in revenue and profitability compared to generalist counterparts. The qualification rates tell the story: niche recruiters achieve 20-25% qualification rates, compared to just 5-8% for generalists. With 72% of hiring managers struggling to fill specialised roles, niche agencies are uniquely positioned to meet this challenge. Client Relationship Management and Retention Though new client acquisition often dominates business development discussions, client retention represents one of the most profitable priorities. Here’s a stat that should make you sit up: increasing client retention by just 5% can boost profitability by 25-95%. Let me share some priority actions: Exceptional service delivery: The temps and contractors you place are your frontline ambassadors, but this principle applies equally to permanent placements. The care you show the people you’ve placed directly impacts on your client relationships. Research indicates that highly engaged placements are 59% more productive and 87% less likely to experience premature departure. When you invest in looking after the candidates you’ve placed, checking in regularly, and ensuring they’re settled and supported, this directly impacts client perception and repeat business. Your client views you as someone who prioritises the long-term success of placements, not just someone who fills roles and then disappears. Proactive communication: The best partnerships are built on regular, strategic conversations, not just transactional job orders. Quarterly hiring roadmap sessions keep you close to client businesses, even when they’re not actively hiring, transforming you from a vendor to a strategic partner. Value-added services: Agencies providing strategic insights into workforce management achieve 33% higher revenue growth than those focused solely on transactional recruitment. Sharing data-driven insights, market trends, and salary benchmarks positions your agency as indispensable. Multi-stakeholder engagement: Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator to identify key decision-makers beyond your primary contact. Companies increasingly want relationships at the strategic level where budget allocation decisions are made, not just where job orders are placed. Business Development and Lead Generation A robust, predictable sales pipeline separates recruitment companies that thrive from those that merely survive. We teach the Lead Generation Triad, which provides a framework for balanced business development: Current Connections: Your existing network of clients, candidates, and industry contacts represents your most valuable lead source. Regular re-engagement of your database through targeted campaigns can generate hundreds of downloads and follow-up opportunities. Content as a Convincer: Strategic content marketing establishes your agency as a trusted industry resource. Recruitment agencies with active blogs generate 126% more leads than those without consistent content publication. Cold Outreach: Whilst uncomfortable for many, systematic cold outreach, when done consistently across multiple channels (phone, direct messages, texts, video messages, emails), revolutionises business development over the long term. The key is integration: all three components working together create momentum across short, medium, and long-term horizons. Recruitment Marketing and Employer Branding As we look towards 2026, recruitment marketing capabilities have become essential competitive differentiators. Successful companies are prioritising: • Media diversification: Reducing dependency on just LinkedIn posts by using images, polls and videos on multiple platforms. • Employee advocacy programmes: Leveraging authentic employee-generated content to showcase company culture. • Candidate quality focus: Moving beyond volume metrics to emphasise quality of placements and long-term retention. If you haven’t listed/watched Sandra’s post on candidate care click here. • Content marketing: 45% of agencies plan to use content generation as a main tool for candidate and client attraction. • Social sourcing: 75% of agencies plan to utilise social sourcing strategies for candidate attraction. The shift is clear: recruitment marketing in 2025 and beyond requires authenticity, strategic channel selection, and consistent value delivery. Technology Investment and Automation An integrated tech stack that powers both growth and operational efficiency is potentially transformative for recruitment agencies in 2026. By the end of 2024, 81% of agencies were investing in AI-driven recruitment solutions, and 67% of recruiters believed that increased AI usage would be a top trend in 2025. Strategic technology priorities include: Integrated CRM and ATS systems: Disjointed systems cause inefficiencies, outdated data, slower sourcing, and missed opportunities. Research indicates that automation can reduce time to fill a position by up to 60%, whilst integrated ATS-CRM solutions help agencies close 40% more deals than those using standalone systems. Workflow automation: Automation eliminates manual, repetitive tasks, from candidate engagement workflows to AI-driven CV formatting and chatbot-powered lead capture. This enables recruiters to focus on high-value activities, such as building relationships and nurturing talent pipelines. The key insight: technology investment should drive efficiency and enhance human capabilities, not replace the relationship-building that remains central to recruitment success. Performance Measurement and KPIs Strategic prioritisation requires measurement. You can’t manage what you don’t measure, as they say. Essential recruitment KPIs include: • Financial metrics: Cost per hire, revenue per recruiter, gross profit margin. • Efficiency metrics: Time to fill, time to hire, candidate pipeline health. • Quality metrics: Quality of hire, first-year attrition, offer acceptance rate. • Relationship metrics: Candidate satisfaction, hiring manager satisfaction, client retention rates. • Activity metrics: Conversion rates by acquisition channel, source of hire effectiveness, and recruiter performance dashboards. The most successful agencies use applicant tracking systems and recruitment CRMs to automate tracking, pull reports, and monitor pipeline health. Here’s the key: define your objectives first, then identify the questions metrics will help answer, and finally determine which KPIs to track. Avoid tracking metrics simply because you can. Every KPI should inform strategic decisions. Putting It All Into Action Your Strategic Planning Process For broader strategic planning, follow these essential steps: 1. Conduct a Year-End Review: Reflect on what worked and what didn’t in 2024 to 2025. Assess financial performance, operational efficiency, and alignment with your broader vision. 2. Define Clear Goals: Avoid vague aspirations. Instead of “grow revenue,” set specific outcomes, such as “increase contract placements by 25% in Q1 2026” or “expand into healthcare recruitment niche by June 2026.” 3. Prioritise ruthlessly: Focus on just a handful of well-defined goals. Prioritisation isn’t about deciding which goals are most important; it’s about understanding what needs to be done now to enable progress later. 4. Build a Detailed Roadmap: Break down each goal into smaller steps or milestones. Assign clear responsibilities and set realistic timelines. Connect long-term objectives to everyday actions. 5. Establish Measurement Systems: Define success metrics for each priority. Ensure you have tools and processes in place to track progress. 6. Create a Decision-Making Framework: Use your strategic priorities as a filter. When new opportunities arise, ask: “Does this align with our strategic priorities?” If not, the answer should be no. Avoiding the Common Pitfalls Strategic implementation fails when companies: • Try to do too much at once, spreading resources too thin. • Set goals without clear measurement criteria. • Fail to communicate strategy throughout the organisation. • Don’t review and adjust plans regularly based on results. • Allow short-term pressures to override strategic priorities constantly. The most successful companies view strategic planning as an ongoing process, rather than a one-time exercise. They hold regular review sessions, celebrate progress, and adjust course when evidence indicates change is needed. Wrapping Up: Your Competitive Advantage Starts Here So, as you plan for 2026, the choice is clear. You can continue with scattered “spray and pray” activities that feel productive but deliver mediocre results. Or you can embrace strategic prioritisation that focuses your limited resources on high-impact areas. The evidence is compelling. Companies that set real priorities and execute with discipline consistently outperform those that don’t, whether measured by revenue growth, client retention, placement quality, or recruiter productivity. They’re not just busier; they’re more effective, more profitable, and more resilient when market conditions change. Strategic prioritisation transforms recruitment businesses from reactive order-takers into proactive strategic partners. It allows smaller agencies to compete with larger competitors by dominating specific niches rather than being mediocre generalists. It creates sustainable competitive advantages that can’t be easily replicated. Warren Buffett wisely observed: “The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything.” For recruitment business owners, success in 2026 begins with having the courage to say no to scattered activities and yes to strategic focus. The question isn’t whether you can afford to prioritise strategically. It’s whether you can afford not to. Thanks, Denise How We Can Help If you’re sitting there thinking, “This all makes sense, Denise, but I don’t know where to start,” I completely understand. That’s exactly why Sharon and I created Superfast Circle. We work with recruitment, search, and staffing companies just like yours to help you set the marketing and sales priorities that drive growth. If you’d like to discuss how we can support you, book a call with us here. The post Setting Priorities for Your Recruitment Business – Episode 2 appeared first on Superfast Recruitment.

Host of Niners Nightly and The Krueg Show Larry Krueger joins Papa & Silver to assess the importance of Skyy Moore and the 49ers' recent play on special teams, Clelin Ferrell maximizing another opportunity, and his overall faith in the 49ers as they head into their bye weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of Niners Nightly and The Krueg Show Larry Krueger joins Papa & Silver to assess the importance of Skyy Moore and the 49ers' recent play on special teams, Clelin Ferrell maximizing another opportunity, and his overall faith in the 49ers as they head into their bye weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions? Thoughts? Comments? Leave me a voicemail message to use in a future podcast episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/timschmoyerComment on the full post here: https://read.timschmoyer.com/p/business-makes-kingdom-men----I used to believe business existed mostly to fund ministry, that the people in the pews wrote checks so the people on staff could do the real Kingdom work.I grew up in a pastor's house. Ministry shaped everything: Sunday mornings, Sunday nights, Wednesday nights, and the hours between. I went to Bible college and seminary fully expecting to spend my life in full-time ministry. Business was necessary, sure, but it was for other people.However, as I read Luke 19 more carefully today, I realize Jesus doesn't tell his servants to plant churches or care for the poor or grow in spiritual disciplines. In the parable of The 10 Minas, Jesus says this:Calling ten of his servants, he gave them ten minas, and said to them, “Engage in business until I come.”… When he returned, having received the kingdom, he ordered these servants to whom he had given the money to be called to him, that he might know what they had gained by doing business. -Luke 19:13, 15The master doesn't hand his servants a theology quiz or a spiritual gifts assessment. He gives them money and says, “Engage in business.”Not prayer. Not Bible study. Not ministry. Business.This Parable Ruins My CategoriesWhen the master returns as king, he asks about ROI (return on investment). The servant who turned one mina into ten gets authority over ten cities. The one who made five gets five cities. The one who buried his mina?He's slaughtered.Not demoted. Not reassigned to a lesser role. Killed. Jesus puts these words in the mouth of the returning king: “As for these enemies of mine, who did not want me to reign over them, bring them here and slaughter them before me.”I want to soften this. I want to explain it away as hyperbole or limit it to the political enemies mentioned earlier in the parable. But the servant who buried his mina is grouped with those who rejected the king's reign entirely. Playing it safe wasn't neutral. It was rebellion.Apparently, Jesus believes something I struggle to accept: fruitfulness isn't optional. Multiply what the Master entrusts to you and receive cities. Bury it? You've declared whose side you're on.To the master, one's fruitfulness in business today seems to determine one's fitness to rule cities in the age to come.I realize this makes most Christian men uncomfortable. Some of us have been trained to see business as secular, something we do to fund ministry or a necessary evil to provide for our family while we wait for the real work of the Kingdom to begin. But Jesus presents business itself as a proving ground for eternal authority.Subscribe to join me and other Christian men in pursuing the noble task of eldership (1 Tim 3:1).Why Business?When I think about my experience in starting, growing, and ultimately selling my business, a few reasons come to mind.* Business forces you to create value where none existed. It requires you to manage resources, assess risk, lead others, and bear the weight of both success and failure. It tests whether you can be faithful with what's entrusted to you when no one is watching and the outcome is uncertain.* Business reveals character like few other pursuits. You can fake spirituality in a prayer meeting. You can coast on charisma in ministry. But business is ruthlessly honest. Did you create value or didn't you? Did people freely exchange their resources for a solution you offered or didn't they? Did you multiply what was given or let it stagnate?* Business joins God in His mission of being fruitful and multiplying, and his subsequent blessing to us to do the same. Any successful business revolves around solving problems for people. The whole endeavor focuses on turning someone's chaos into order, exactly what God did when he took an empty and formless earth and turned it into something orderly and beautiful.The Bigger StoryWhen God created man, his first words to us were not “be holy” or “worship me” or “evangelize.” His first words were, “be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it.” Not only was it a command, but it was also a blessing. Genesis 1:22 starts the command by saying, “He blessed them…” We were created to work. And it's good (until work is cursed in Genesis 3; it's still a blessing, but now it's toil).This is the original job description for us: Take what God has made and make it more fruitful. Extend order into the chaos. Multiply goodness. Create culture and civilization from raw materials. Take the garden and grow it until cities like it cover the face of the earth.This is what business does at its core. It takes resources, applies our creativity and effort, and produces something more valuable than what existed before. It's subduing the earth. It's multiplying fruitfulness. It's fulfilling the original design for manhood that God stamped into us at creation.The Master's command to engage in business isn't an arbitrary test. It's reconnecting His servants to their primal purpose as image-bearers. It's asking:“Can you do what men were made to do? Can you take what I've given you and make it fruitful?”Training Ground for CitiesIn Luke 19, the servants who succeed in business receive cities to govern.This is the connection I missed while in Bible college and seminary. Business is not an end in itself. The goal isn't only to make money. It's preparation for rule. It's the fulfillment of the Genesis 1 blessing had sin not entered.When I build a business, I was learning to:* Assess people and situations accurately* Make decisions that impact my family' life, my employee's lives, and our customers* Bear responsibility for outcomes that affect others* Multiply resources rather than merely preserve them* Lead people toward productive ends* Create order and value in a small domainThese are precisely the skills required to govern a city. The man who can make one mina into ten has demonstrated he can take a small domain and multiply its fruitfulness. He's ready for a larger domain.The man who buried his mina revealed he's a steward who preserves but never increases. He maintains but never multiplies. He's risk-averse, suspicious of his master, and content to merely survive rather than grow. It appears that this man is not fit to rule anything.Subscribe to join me and other Christian men in pursuing the noble task of eldership (1 Tim 3:1).What This Means for Men TodayIf business is the training ground for Kingdom rule, then our work as a Christian man is not a necessary evil or a distraction from real ministry. It's the arena where we're being tested and trained for eternal authority.The faithfulness we show in building our businesses, managing assets, creating value—this is not separate from our spiritual formation. It is our spiritual formation.Every hard decision we make is teaching us judgment. Every risk we take is training us in faith mixed with wisdom. Every person we lead is preparing us to shepherd a city. Every failure we endure and recover from is forging the resilience we'll need to govern in the age to come.This has implications for how I father my sons. I'm not just teaching them to love Jesus and be nice people. I'm training them to be fruitful, to multiply what's entrusted to them, to take dominion over small things so they'll be ready for greater responsibilities. And every day that my 15 year old son gets excited to see his hard-earned money growing in mutual funds, and the patience he shows when it looses money and he doesn't pull it out, he's learning to have a long-term perspective on ROI.The Master Cares About ROI, so I Should, Too.To the seminary version of myself many years ago, the most unsettling part of this parable is how much the master cares about return on investment. He's not impressed with the man who played it safe. He's furious with him.The master calls him wicked for not even putting the money in the bank to earn interest. He demands fruitfulness, not just faithfulness in the sense of careful preservation. He rewards multiplication, and he punishes stagnation.This reveals something about the heart of God that shapes how I think about my life right now. The Kingdom is not coming to men who merely showed up and didn't make too many mistakes. It's coming to men who took what they were given—gifts, opportunities, resources, time—and took risks to make them more fruitful.God is not honored by when I play it small. He's not glorified by my risk-averse self-protection. He's entrusting me with minas today because he's preparing me for cities tomorrow.The question is whether I'm engaging in business or burying what I've been given.Every hard moment I face in business, in leadership, in leading a family, and multiplying—that's not a distraction from the Kingdom. That's training for cities. And the Master is watching to see what kind of return I'll bring Him when He comes back as King.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​P.S. In 2013 I was in the startup grind, trying to grow a brand new business with a wife and three small kids depending on me. During that season of life, Timothy Keller's book, “Every Good Endeavor,” completely shifted my understanding of what I was doing. I wasn't just trying to survive financially or even grow a business. I was seeking the Kingdom and joining the Master in His work. I highly recommend this book. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit read.timschmoyer.com

Are you prepared for the major life catalysts that may influence your retirement planning and long-term lifestyle? In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Producer Mallory highlight key moments that can shape financial decisions, expectations, and overall well-being. • Explore how the “Retire Sooner Richter Scale” frames the relative influence of major life catalysts on retirement planning. • Recognize how family transitions—college milestones, caring for aging parents, or losing a spouse—may shift emotional, logistical, and financial considerations. • Consider how relationship changes, such as marriage, remarriage, or divorce, may alter household finances and planning priorities. • Evaluate how moving, home renovations, or major projects can temporarily affect budgets and long-term plans. • Embrace core pursuits, travel decisions, and lifelong learning as accessible ways to support purpose and engagement in retirement. • Assess job changes, early retirement offers, or selling a business as catalysts for reassessing benefits, income, and next-phase goals. • Acknowledge that inheritance may help, but generally works best as a supplemental planning element. • Track milestone ages—59½, 62, 65, 67, 70, 73—that align with key retirement, Social Security, and healthcare rules. • Explore “unretirement,” including part-time work or renewed professional involvement. • Monitor market conditions and potential tax law changes that may influence planning assumptions. • Prioritize reducing debt, including mortgages, to support long-term flexibility. • Anticipate long-term care needs and evaluate available coverage options. • Update estate documents—wills, trusts, and powers of attorney—as circumstances evolve. If you want a concise, research-informed overview of catalysts that may influence retirement readiness, this episode delivers meaningful context. Listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast, and share it with someone who may appreciate clear, objective discussions around long-term financial planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you were coming up in your career, what were you taught about rest? Here are a few oldies but goodies I was taught:You can rest when you die.No pain, no gain.Sleep is for the weak.Face time means you are committed. Don't take a break.Do any of these toxic messages resonate with you? Unfortunately, so many women I chat with understand exactly where I am coming from. I am so happy to hear people like my guest today, Dr. Erin Wilson, sharing a new, healthier way to work.In my discussion with Dr. Erin today, we chatted about:Why boldness starts with clarity before bravery.The story behind Dr. Erin's book, Strategic Rest in Leadership: The Nap Framework.Why rest is a competitive advantage for a leader.How we can incorporate rest into our corporate cultures.What relationship intelligence is and how it plays into the larger work that Dr. Erin does with her clients.Here's more about Dr. Erin:Dr. Erin Wilson is a dynamic workshop facilitator, speaker, leadership consultant, and co-author of Strategic Rest in Leadership. With a doctorate in Organizational Leadership and over a decade of experience in leadership, adult learning and human development, Dr. Wilson empowers professionals, teams, and students to achieve meaningful growth through strengths-based development, strategic rest, and collaborative leadership strategies.​Her innovative approach, including the NAP Framework (Nurture, Assess, Prioritize), helps leaders and teams foster well-being, build resilience, and drive success. Known for her engaging and results-driven workshops, Dr. Wilson brings clarity and actionable solutions to organizations and individuals alike. Whether working with college students to build confidence and purpose or partnering with teams to enhance collaboration, Dr. Wilson's mission is to create lasting impact through thoughtful, empowering solutions.Before we begin, if the Brave Women at Work Podcast has helped you personally or professionally, please share it with a friend, colleague, or family member. And your ratings and reviews help the show continue to gain traction and grow. Thank you again!Also, a Brave Women at Work Affirmation Deck is available in time for the holidays! It is a 54-card deck that is a beautiful compilation of advice and hard-won wisdom from podcast guests, Brave Women at Work Podcast guests, authors in the anthology series, and community members! You can grab a copy of the deck for $19.99 plus $10 shipping. To purchase your deck, visit Brave Women at Work and click on Resources. From there, you will see the Affirmation Cards page. I hope you enjoy them!

Alexa Terry unwraps ten fresh, fun, and fabulously festive Christmas songs to help singing teachers bring new sparkle into their studios, offering a mix of musical theatre treasures, modern pop tunes, heartfelt ballads, and powerful rock renditions that give both students and teachers a welcome break from the usual overplayed holiday hits. With vocal range guidance, technical teaching opportunities, and stylistic notes for each song this episode provides a studio-ready repertoire list designed to keep spirits high and festive performances inspired throughout the busy holiday season.  About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS ABRSM musicnotes.com ‘A Most Remarkable Fella: Frank Loesser, and the Guys and Dolls in His Life' by Susan Loesser  ABOUT THE GUEST Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK's leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practise and The Sing Space.   SEE FULL BIO HERE  Website Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching

In this episode, Molly reveals how to scale from assistant to asset by transforming your Executive Assistant into a true strategic partner through smarter delegation and intentional development. She outlines how structured KPIs, weekly strategy check-ins, and vision-casting exercises evolve your assistant from task support to firm leader—protecting your time, amplifying your impact, and sustaining long-term growth. Key Takeaways: Implement ongoing, intentional training that shifts your EA's focus from task execution to owning measurable outcomes. Hold weekly check-ins that go beyond to-do lists—fostering open dialogue, alignment, and shared accountability toward firm-wide goals. Assess your EA's full potential and strategically delegate higher-level responsibilities that free up executive bandwidth and drive firm growth. Position your EA as a true firm leader through continuous learning, strategic vision exercises, and empowerment-based mentorship. Protect your hiring investment by supporting ongoing education, integration, and leadership opportunities that ensure lasting success and scalability. Quote for the Show: "Anyone can hire help, but you didn't just hire help, you hired someone to take ownership to get your business in your life and their bones in their blood to protect your energy." - Molly McGrath   Links: Join our December Masterclass: https://thelawfirmleader.com/ Website: https://hiringandempowering.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiringandempowering Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiringandempowering LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hiring&empoweringsolutions/ The Law Firm Admin Bootcamp + Academy™ : https://www.lawfirmadminbootcamp.com/ Get Fix My Boss Book: https://amzn.to/3PCeEhk   Ways to Tune In: Amazon Music - https://www.amazon.com/Hiring-and-Empowering-Solutions/dp/B08JJSLJ7N Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-and-empowering-solutions/id1460184599 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3oIfsDDnEDDkcumTCygHDH Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/hiring-and-empowering-solutions YouTube - https://youtu.be/p39WTA279ug 

In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Dr. Vinay Nadkarni discusses emergent tracheal intubation in pediatric critical care. Drawing from the NEAR4KIDS registry and comparing with recent adult-focused evidence, Dr. Nadkarni discusses the challenges of airway management in children, emphasizing the importance of patient-specific physiology. He highlights how patient positioning and equipment choices can improve intubation outcomes. Additionally, the episode explores the benefits of video laryngoscopy and apneic oxygenation. This content is pertinent for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of pediatric airway management, offering practical insights supported by recent research. LEARNING OBJECTIVES - Compare pediatric and adult emergency tracheal intubation evidence and practices - Explore the role of the NEAR4KIDS registry in improving pediatric intubation practices - Identify effective strategies to enhance first-attempt success in tracheal intubations - Assess the impact of patient positioning and equipment choices on intubation outcomes - Evaluate the benefits of video laryngoscopy and apneic oxygenation in pediatric settings AUTHORS Vinay Nadkarni, MD, MS Professor, Anesthesiology Critical Care and Pediatrics University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Jeffrey Burns, MD, MPH Emeritus Chief Division of Critical Care Medicine Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine Boston Children's Hospital Professor of Anesthesia Harvard Medical School DATE Initial publication date: November 25, 2025. ARTICLES REFERENCED - DeMasi SC, Casey JD, Semler MW. Evidence-based Emergency Tracheal Intubation. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2025;211(7):1156-1164. doi:10.1164/rccm.202411-2165CI - Garcia-Marcinkiewicz AG, Kovatsis PG, Hunyady AI, et al. First-attempt success rate of video laryngoscopy in small infants (VISI): a multicentre, randomised controlled trial. Lancet. 2020;396(10266):1905-1913. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(20)32532-0 - Hagberg CA, Artime CA, Aziz MF, eds. Hagberg and Benumof's Airway Management. 5th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2023. - Khanam D, Schoenfeld E, Ginsberg-Peltz J, et al. First-Pass Success of Intubations Using Video Versus Direct Laryngoscopy in Children With Limited Neck Mobility. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2024;40(6):454-458. doi:10.1097/PEC.0000000000003058 - Waheed S, Kapadia NN, Jawed DR, Raheem A, Khan MF. Randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of apnoeic oxygenation in adults using a low-flow or high-flow nasal cannula with head side elevation during endotracheal intubation in the emergency department. BMC Res Notes. 2025 Jul 1;18(1):264. doi: 10.1186/s13104-025-07328-7. Erratum in: BMC Res Notes. 2025 Sep 8;18(1):384. doi: 10.1186/s13104-025-07412-y. PMID: 40598378; PMCID: PMC12219693. TRANSCRIPT https://cdn.bfldr.com/D6LGWP8S/as/mr2657n4ckgpz7g3tw37gbx/202511_WSP_Nadkarni_transcript Please visit: http://www.openpediatrics.org OPENPediatrics™ is an interactive digital learning platform for healthcare clinicians sponsored by Boston Children's Hospital and in collaboration with the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies. It is designed to promote the exchange of knowledge between healthcare providers around the world caring for critically ill children in all resource settings. The content includes internationally recognized experts teaching the full range of topics on the care of critically ill children. All content is peer-reviewed and open-access thus at no expense to the user. For further information on how to enroll, please email: openpediatrics@childrens.harvard.edu CITATION Nadkarni V, Burns JP. Pediatric Intubation Practices: Insights from NEAR4KIDS. 11/2025. OPENPediatrics. Online Podcast. https://soundcloud.com/openpediatrics/pediatric-intubation-practices-insights-from-near4kids-by-v-nadkarni-openpediatrics.

Ready to transform your life? You can't build what you can't see. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to conduct a complete WAG Audit: an honest assessment of where you are RIGHT NOW across the three pillars of Wealth, Abundance, and Glow. What You'll Learn: Wealth Audit: How to track where your money is actually going (not where you think it's going) Why multiple income streams are essential for building real wealth How to identify your relationship with luxury spending The truth about saving and investing, and how to start even with just $5 a day Abundance Audit: How to uncover the limiting beliefs sabotaging your success Why your internal dialogue is either building you up or tearing you down The difference between scarcity and overflow mindset (and which one you're actually operating from) How your reaction to other women's success reveals your true abundance blocks Glow Audit: How to honestly assess your energy levels and physical health Why your physical presence affects everything from confidence to opportunities When you last felt like "her" and what that reveals about your path forward Simple strategies to reclaim your glow starting this week Key Takeaways: This isn't about judgment. It's about gaining radical clarity so you can build the luxury life you deserve. Transformation starts with awareness, and this audit gives you the roadmap to see exactly where you're starting from. Action Steps: Track your spending for 7 days, catch and replace one scarcity thought daily, and move your body for 20 minutes three times this week. Perfect for: Women who are ready to stop operating from delusion and start building from reality. If you're serious about wealth building, mindset transformation, and elevating your lifestyle, this episode is your starting point. CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: Instagram (Personal): @byvictorianicole Instagram (Podcast): @thewagdiariespodcast TikTok: @byvictorianicole Linktree: linktr.ee/byvictorianicole   Subscribe to The WAG Diaries so you never miss an episode! Apple Podcasts | Spotify 

Lateef only led one Nebraska TD drive but also avoided some sacks---still took 3 in all---but did have a rushing TD. He had 10 carries for 15 yards and a TD; and was 21/37 passing for 187 yards, 0 TDs, 0 INTs, 3 sacks So…no crippling, back-breaking turnovers…but struggled at times in the passing game. Raiola likely would have taken more than 3 sacks looking at his game history…even the biggest Raiola defenders wouldn't say that game would have looked any different or better than it was…right?  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of The Restaurant Boiler Room, Managing Director Rick Ormsby will be sharing his personal thoughts on questions asked during a panel discussion at the Restaurant Finance and Development Conference (RFDC). The panel was entitled How Leading Investors Assess the Market Opportunity in Franchise Restaurants. Rick was supposed to be the moderator of this panel but had to cancel his plans. We will put the panel on the Boiler Room platform in December so you can hear the responses of the franchisees who participated soon!

In this episode of the Mama Psychedelia Podcast, I interview my friend Lauren Love. Lauren is a medicine woman, birth keeper, mama of 2, and the Founder of Wise Women's Choice Natural Birth Control. In our conversation we dive into all things natural birth (she's got some epic tales), communing with medicines of the earth as a supportive tool for present attuned parenthood and joyful living. We talk about mothering in Costa Rica outside of conventional norms, her relationship with spirit and Lauren's journey of sovereign fertility awareness and working with natural contraceptive methods. Along Lauren's path as a birth keeper and fertility awareness educator, she discovered one of the most valuable tools for women looking to care for their fertility needs, Wise Women's Choice. Today, she and her husband produce this cream in Costa Rica and serve clients around the world. She has helped thousands of women coming off hormonal contraceptives through her teachings and resources, and is leading a revolution rooted in sisterhood, feminine empowerment, and womb wisdom.     She is raising up sacred wisdom carriers to share these teachings and partnering with local producers globally to spread this priceless birth control tool internationally at a grassroots level. In the mountains of CR, where you'll find her playing with her girls at the river, making music with friends, and rejoicing at the beauty of life. Resources: Lauren's Info:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wombrewildedYoutube: @wombrewildedwww.wisewomenschoice.com DISCOUNT CODE: hunnywomb www.sacredwisdomcarrier.comYour Host Mackenzie: The next Pre-conception Journey launches very soon!! The 8 week deep dive begins in January... stay tuned on socials IG: @mamapsychedelia & @hunnywombI'm opening up 3 SPOTS for 1:1 coaching sessionsNourished & Fertile Preconception SessionsThis is for you if you're planning to start your journey to conceiving in the next 6-12 months and want personalized guidance on preparing your body, nervous system, and spirit for this sacred transition.In our 75 minutes together, we'll: -Assess where you are and what your body needs most -Create your personalized preconception protocol (nutrition, supplements, practices) -Address your specific fears or blocks around conception -Map out your preparation plan - Nervous system regulation practices tailored to youThis is normally part of my multiple week/month long programs, but I'm offering 3 standalone sessions as a gift for a short time!Reach out or book a call if your ready to dive in! Investment is $250 USDEmail: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com Would you like to be on the show? Reach outBuilding out my Stan Store coming soon... The new online hub for my offerings Calendly: Book a free 30 min discovery call if you would like to work together Website: https://www.hunnywomb.com/ Support the Mama Psychedelia Mission: PAYPAL: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com Intro Music "Waters of the Earth" by Satori Ki covered by me, Mackenzie. (For more of her music, check out her Spotify) --

Ready to explore the real questions shaping today's retirement conversations? In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase respond to listener scenarios on family financial decisions, workplace retirement plans, and the changing job landscape—offering context to help listeners better understand the factors involved in long-term planning. In this episode, you'll: • Explore how non-monetary inheritance can influence family values, expectations, and financial communication across generations. • Review key considerations when evaluating whether to help adult children with debt while maintaining alignment with your own financial priorities. • Understand how focusing on personal financial stability can contribute to more durable and sustainable multigenerational planning. • Clarify what may occur when accessing target date funds and how portfolio allocation generally functions within workplace retirement plans. • Analyze the current discussion surrounding backdoor Roth IRA strategies in connection with 2025 tax legislation and broader tax-advantaged planning choices. • Assess situations that may prompt a review of your financial plan, including market fluctuations, life transitions, or meaningful changes in account balances. • Highlight World Economic Forum projections on how artificial intelligence may influence workforce trends and job categories over the coming years. • Identify occupations that may evolve, contract, or emerge as technology expands—from smart-home system roles to next-generation agricultural positions. • Compare traditional and Roth considerations commonly discussed within the FIRE community across various income situations. • Outline factors individuals may consider when receiving lump-sum back pay, including potential implications for overall financial planning. • Enjoy a lighthearted discussion about Gala versus SnapDragon apples and how everyday preferences can reflect broader spending habits. • Examine how fixed-income sources can be viewed within the context of an individual's overall retirement framework. This episode provides clear, educational discussion for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of retirement-related topics. Listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast to stay connected to future conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:John Cena's latest retirement tour happenings including potential alternative scenarios for his retirement opponent, the real person being a guardian and custodian of the John Cena WWE character version of himself, will he actually wrestle again, and moreWWE WarGames teamsThe Maxxine Dupri storyline with Becky LynchAEW Full Gear line-up overviewAssessing the top 6 or 12 male wrestlers in AEW and whether there's enough depth to fit needed categories without Swerve Strickland, Will Ospreay, and MJF aroundBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Join The Struggle's Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available!  https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow   In this special Listener Q&A episode, Coach Tom Randall explores: Improving endurance by getting stronger  How to self assess weaknesses  Is there such thing as “active rest”? Developing beginner crack skills  Periodization for gym climbers  Which crack size is the best to train  What standard tests should climbers do How often should we test finger strength Building a cheap crack trainer at home Correlation between finger strength and climbing grade  Plus a bonus episode about free soloing buildings, and the mega building Alex Honnold will be soloing in January! - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. Rúngne: Soft threads and high performing chalk! Use Code STRUGGLE for 10% Off Bags, Buckets, Chalk & Apparel from Rúngne! ForceBoard: A better way to train fingers. Portable, accurate, and created to train finger strength and endurance exactly how YOU need it. Score $10 off and support the show by using code STRUGGLE10 at checkout. Nature Climbing: Beautifully crafted lifting edges and hangboards that feature real granite edges for improved texture and skin conditioning. Sustainably crafted works of art, I love them so much! Get 20% off everything at natureclimbing.com using code STRUGGLE.   And check out ALL the show's awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:42 Listener Questions Overview 02:20 Personal Climbing Journey 03:22 Reconnecting with Tom Randall 04:36 Tom Randall's Training Insights 15:21 Self-Assessing Climbing Weaknesses 25:37 Active Rest and Recovery Tips 30:31 Learning Crack Climbing 36:54 Periodization for Gym Climbers 39:05 Adapting to Training and Periodization 42:03 Indoor vs. Outdoor Climbing 45:09 Crack Climbing Techniques and Training 47:46 Testing Metrics and Their Importance 53:52 Urban Crack Climbing and Unique Locations 55:30 Listener Q&A: Training and Climbing Insights 01:07:49 Encouraging Gyms to Set Crack Boulders 01:11:18 Conclusion and Bonus Content Announcement   - Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega. - Follow along on Instagram and YouTube: @thestruggleclimbingshow  - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that's done. But hey, if you're a human that's actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I'll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!

This week, Alexa chats with the brilliant Ian Howell to explore how we really hear the singers we work with. From psychoacoustics and functional listening to timbre, bias and intention, Ian unpacks the hidden processes behind vocal perception—and how understanding them can transform the way we teach. A deep, fascinating conversation for any singing teacher wanting sharper ears and smarter tools. WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?  1:53 What is psychoacoustics?5:28 How is sound perceived by us?12:38 What impacts the way we perceive sound?20:46 Separating function from bias25:48 Belt scenario35:36 How do singers hear themselves?40:59 How to listen and observe with skill1:05:27 The relationship between intent and perception1:15:15 Using spectrograms1:19:57 The way Ian teachesAbout the presenter HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSHearing Singing - A Guide to Functional Listening and Voice Perception by Ian HowellJohan SundbergThe Acoustics of the Singing Voice by Johan SundbergScience of the Singing Voice by Johan SundbergIngo Titze‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' by Sarah BareillesJeannie LoVetriFeldenkraisSinging Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.63 Developing a Singer's Self Awareness and Clarifying Intention with Robert SussumaCornelius ReidVoce VistaAdvice for Young Musicians by Ian HowellStructure of Singing by Richard Miller ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Ian Howell is the Founder and Chief Educator of the Embodied Music Lab, offering professional development and consulting for musicians and teachers. He is the author of Advice for Young Musicians (2023) and Hearing Singing: A Guide to Functional Listening and Voice Perception (2025). From 2013–2023, Ian served on the voice faculty at the New England Conservatory, directing the graduate voice pedagogy program and leading research in the NEC Voice and Sound Analysis Lab, where he and his students presented widely and contributed vital work during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.SEE FULL BIO HEREWebsite

With another win over the Cleveland Browns and the record finally back to .500, the Ravens will soon be seeing the rest of the AFC North up close. Luke Jones and Nestor assess Baltimore's positioning in the AFC North playoff race with the Jets and Bengals coming quickly this week and the Steelers picking up the pieces of Aaron Rodgers' hand injury. The post Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens spot in AFC playoff race with Jets and Bengals coming quickly first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

The Coming Wave: Why Cash PT Is Headed Toward National Consolidation In this episode, Doc Danny Matta breaks down a bold prediction for the next decade of cash-based physical therapy: the rise of the first nationwide cash PT brand. He explains why the market is primed for massive consolidation, how well-funded companies will change the competitive landscape, and what independent PTs must do now to protect their clinics and stay ahead. Quick Ask If this episode helps you think strategically about your business, share it with another clinician who needs to hear it—and tag @dannymattaPT so he can reshare it. Let's help more PTs build resilient, future-proof practices. Episode Summary Documentation burnout: Notes are the #1 satisfaction killer for PTs—but AI scribes like Clair are changing that. The big prediction: A dominant, well-funded cash PT brand will emerge within 5–10 years. Why it's coming: Cash PT is a fragmented industry—making it ripe for consolidation. Parallel to CrossFit: Independent affiliates → OrangeTheory-style scaling. The MYO example: A clinically strong, business-savvy brand already expanding across North America. Funding accelerates growth: Capitalized clinics can outspend and outscale local competitors. The risk to small clinics: Owners who don't level up in business skills will be the first to get squeezed out. Lessons & Takeaways Strong brand identity matters: Your niche and reputation must be crystal clear. Community ties protect you: Local loyalty beats national branding when done right. Systems = survival: Without consistent processes, you can't compete with scaled clinics. Capital changes the game: Funded competitors can move faster and spend more to dominate markets. Seven-figure clinics are the safe zone: Multiple clinicians = stability, hiring power, and insulation. Mindset & Motivation Control what you can control: You can't stop national brands, but you can out-serve them locally. Play offense, not defense: Staying tiny isn't safe—it's risky. Growth is protection: More clinicians = stronger brand, stronger community presence, and stronger cash flow. Embrace the opportunity: Rising interest in cash PT means a larger market for everyone. Pro Tips for Clinic Owners Automate documentation: Use Clair to reclaim time, reduce burnout, and stay patient-focused. Dial in your niche: Own a specific population so deeply that national chains can't replicate you. Invest in brand building: Your logo, message, and community presence matter more than ever. Master sales & marketing: Cash PT requires top-tier communication and value clarity. Train your team relentlessly: Quality control keeps your outcomes consistent across clinicians. Notable Quotes "Any fragmented industry eventually consolidates. Cash PT is no different." "If you stay tiny because you think it's safe, you're actually more vulnerable than ever." "A national cash PT brand will sell for nine figures—or more. The momentum is already here." "Your community, your niche, your service—those are your moats." Action Items Audit your brand: is it recognizable, niche-specific, and memorable? Evaluate your systems: documentation, scheduling, marketing, and sales. Assess your growth plan: is staying small really safe for the next decade? Study fast-scaling companies like MYO to understand future competition. Start using an AI scribe like Clair to free up hours of mental bandwidth. Programs Mentioned PT Biz Part-Time to Full-Time 5-Day Challenge (Free): Learn exactly how to replace your income and go full time in your practice. Join here. Resources & Links PT Biz Website Free 5-Day PT Biz Challenge MeetClair AI — Free 7-day trial for PTs About the Host: Doc Danny Matta — physical therapist, entrepreneur, and founder of PT Biz and Athlete's Potential. He's helped over 1,000 clinicians start, grow, and scale successful cash practices and is dedicated to helping PTs build financially stable, future-proof businesses.

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How to 4X your Revenue in 4 Years with Alexis Sikorsky   Most business owners dream about growth, but few know how to scale without chaos. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Rocky Lalvani talks with Alexis Sikorsky, a strategic advisor who helps founders scale fast and exit strong. Alexis doesn't speak from theory—he built and sold his own Switzerland-based software company, New Access, in a $100M+ private equity deal.   He learned firsthand what it takes to go from exhaustion to exponential growth—and how the right strategy, mindset, and systems can help you 4X your revenue in just four years.   Key Lessons from the Conversation:  Buy, Don't Just Build: Most founders try to grow by grinding harder. Alexis shows why M&A can be a faster, smarter route when done strategically—with the right due diligence and cultural alignment. Don't Confuse Urgent with Important: Entrepreneurs often get stuck fighting fires instead of building vision. The CEO's real job is direction and value creation—not firefighting. Know What You Don't Know: Private equity buyers make money because they see what founders can't. Your blind spots could be worth millions, so get help from people who've done it before. Fire Yourself from the Day-to-Day: If your business can't run without you, it's not scalable—or sellable. Alexis teaches founders to identify the tasks only they can do and delegate the rest. Build a War Chest: Business cycles are inevitable. You need 9–12 months of cash reserves to weather storms and seize opportunities instead of scrambling to survive.   Key Takeaway: What you don't know about your business could be costing you millions. Clarity, cash reserves, and courage to think bigger are what separate sustainable success from burnout.   About Alexis Sikorsky: Alexis Sikorsky is a strategic advisor to founders who are serious about scaling fast and exiting strong. With a nine-figure private equity exit under his belt, Alexis isn't speaking from theory—he's lived the entrepreneurial highs and lows across decades of company building, boardroom negotiation, and international leadership. His flagship book Cashing Out lays out the APEX methodology, a four-part framework (Assess, Plan, Execute, Exit) that demystifies the journey to private equity for founders feeling stuck or overwhelmed by growth and decision fatigue.   Alexis founded, scaled, and sold New Access, a Switzerland-based software company, ultimately closing a $100M+ exit and transitioning into a new chapter as a Special Advisor to ambitious CEOs. Today, through Sikorsky Consulting and KnightScale Partners, he works with growth-stage businesses, typically doing $5M+ in annual revenue, who want to engineer their next chapter or PE exit.   Links: Website: https://www.asikorsky.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-sikorsky-consulting/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexissikorsky/   Conclusion: Growth without strategy is just motion. As Alexis shared, success comes when you think like an investor—anticipate risk, build systems, and plan your exit long before you need it.   So, how many seven-figure mistakes are you willing to make? Even six-figure owners can make million-dollar errors without financial clarity. That's why Profit Answer Man exists—to help you keep more of what you earn and build a business that truly serves your life.   #ProfitAnswerMan #BusinessGrowth #PrivateEquity #ScaleYourBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #MergersAndAcquisitions #CashFlow #ProfitFirst #FinancialFreedom #BusinessStrategy #Leadership   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitanswerman Sign up to be notified when the next cohort of the Profit First Experience Course is available! Profit First Toolkit: https://lp.profitcomesfirst.com/landing-page-page  Relay Bank (affiliate link): https://relayfi.com/?referralcode=profitcomesfirst Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitanswerman/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ Music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Influence Beats Authority - The Leadership Skill That Changes Everything EP327 of Profit With A Plan Podcast Released November 18, 2025 Guest:  Tami Reiss, Leadership Trainer and the CEO of Leader Within  Host: Marcia Riner, Business Growth Strategist, CEO Infinite Profit®  

Paul Gregory visited Dealey Plaza to assess the assassination, concluding the shot was fairly easy as the presidential limousine slowed down to turn. He emphasizes that the route was chosen only four days prior, undermining long-term conspiracy planning. Paul and his father were later targeted by conspiracy theories linking them to radical Russian interests. The discussion focuses heavily on Margarite Oswald's testimony before the Warren Commission, where she behaved like a deranged woman, insisting her son was a hero and demanding legal representation and subpoena rights. The Commission allowed her to speak to demonstrate her instability. Her influence is identified as a major explanatory factor in virtually everything Lee Harvey Oswald did. Guest: Paul Gregory.

All high performing men and women struggle to transfer the high performing traits into at least one other area of life. The CEO who is 50lbs overweight. The dynamic team builder who is on the brink of divorce. Part and parcel to success is the dichotomy of a driven personality and focus that becomes a hurdle in other areas of life.  But what if you could take what made you successful in one area and learn to transfer that success into other areas without sitting around and talking about your feelings? That's where ABA or applied behavioral analysis comes in.  Join host Steve Cutler, The Executive Fitness Coach and CEO of EVOLVE International as he discusses how high performing men and women can make drastic changes in life by applying a system of behavior change rooted in measurable and visible change.  In this episode Steve and behavioral change expert Sarah Welsh discuss why ABA is a more impactful and more practical approach for high performers, why most people misunderstand the science of motivation and how you can start a process of lasting change today.  Sarah Welsh is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst based in Columbus, OH, who helps high-performing individuals build lasting systems for success in health, business, and personal growth. She's worked with former professional athletes, executive teams, founders, lawyers, and medical professionals to create lasting behavior change and consistency in their daily lives. Excited about an analytic approach to personal development, she uses her AMMI framework - Assess, Monitor, Manage, and Identify. Sarah helps clients break down their habits, analyze the systems maintaining their behavior, and rebuild them intentionally. Her work bridges behavioral science with real-world performance, teaching people how to think like a behavior analyst in their own lives so they continue leveling up long after coaching ends.   Connect with Sarah:   Web: www.catalystbehaviorproject.com    IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwelshbehavior/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-welsh-a403a531a/   Follow Us! Newsletter Instagram  X    The Evolved Man is produced by Steve Cutler and EVOLVE International, LLC, all rights reserved.    This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.    Always consult with a qualified medical professional before starting, changing or adjusting any exercise, health or nutrition protocols.  

Have you ever had a great idea but struggled to get others on board?You don't need a title to have influence; you need a strategy.Fortunately, this week's guest knows exactly how to build credibility and momentum without formal power.Tami Reiss is an expert on influence-driven leadership. She's a keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and CEO of Leader Within, where she helps leaders master influence and maximize impact. Through tools like the LEAD Framework, MAP, the Influence Canvas, and the Confident Communicator GPT, she makes leadership concepts practical and accessible to professionals around the world. Her latest passion project is a rhyming illustrated book on leadership.In this episode, Tami shares how to use the MAP Framework (Manifest, Assess, Promote) to move ideas forward, align your vision with others, and build relationships that lead to collaboration instead of resistance. We explore what to do when your ideas are dismissed, how to avoid losing your cool under pressure, and why influence is really about connection, not control.In the extended conversation, Tami shares practical tools for managing crisis moments with calm, rallying allies before big decisions, and communicating risks in ways that help others listen and engage constructively.Get FREE mini-episode guides with the big idea from the week's episode delivered to your inbox when you subscribe to my weekly email.Join the conversation now!Conversation Topics(00:00) Introduction: Why Influence Without Authority Matters(02:09) The MAP Framework: Manifest, Assess, Promote(05:06) Why Influence is About Connection, Not Power(09:15) Manifesting a Vision That Inspires Buy-In(12:38) Assessing Stakeholders and Building Relationships(17:02) Promoting Your Ideas Authentically(21:19) Managing Pushback and Reframing Resistance(25:26) Lessons from Great Managers: Buy-In vs. Being Right(29:03) Connect with Tami Reiss(30:35) [Extended Episode Only] Staying Calm and Building Allies in Crisis(34:24) [Extended Episode Only] The “Meeting Before the Meeting” to Gain Real Support

This week, we're revisiting one of our most popular classic episodes originally recorded during our Organized & Productive days, which is packed with timeless tips and thoughtful questions that still ring true today.We explore ten powerful “end-goal” words that can guide any organizing project: from purpose and usefulness to comfort and adaptability. These questions are designed to help transform how we think about our spaces, ensuring they reflect who we are and how we live right now.Whether we're starting fresh, maintaining an organized home, or helping a loved one, this episode reminds us that organizing doesn't have to be frustrating maybe it can even be purposeful, peaceful, and even fun.In This Episode, We Talk AboutThe 10 end-goal words that make organizing and decluttering more intentional How asking better questions can lead to longer-lasting organizing results Ways to bring comfort, functionality, and joy into our living spacesMentioned in This EpisodeEpisode 001: 7 Steps to Organizing (Almost) Anythinghttps://theorganizedflamingo.com/7-steps-to-organizing/ Episode 008: Step 1: Assess and the Power of Planning Aheadhttps://theorganizedflamingo.com/8-step-1-assess-the-power-of-planning-ahead/ Free Resource: Should You Keep It or Toss It? Decision Treehttps://organizedandproductive.com/keeportossReview full show notes and resources at https://theorganizedflamingo.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.