Podcasts about auditing

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupIf Google Ads tells you 90% of your conversions are from new customers—you're probably being misled.In this episode, Eric sits down with Pilothouse's Dougie, who exposes one of the biggest attribution errors in digital marketing: Google's cookie‑based misreporting that makes you believe you're crushing new customer acquisition when you're actually…not.This episode is a must‑listen if you're spending on Google Ads and think you're scaling. You may just be paying full price to reacquire your own customers.What we expose in this episode:Why Google thinks nearly everyone is a new customer—and why that's falseHow cookie-based tracking is sabotaging your incrementalityWhy server‑side tracking (via Elevar) is the fix—and how to set it upThe real cost of bad data: wasted CAC, poor ROAS, and misaligned goalsHow to audit your own account to uncover the truthIf you're not feeding the right data to Google, you're training the algorithm to do the wrong thing. This is the fix—revealed.Timestamps:00:00 – Why Google's new customer data is misleading02:00 – The impact of server-side tracking on attribution04:00 – How Google misidentifies returning customers as new06:00 – Training the Google Ads algorithm with quality data08:00 – Using Elevar for accurate net new conversion tracking10:00 – Aligning campaign goals with business outcomes12:00 – Auditing new vs returning customer data14:00 – LTV, cookie policies, and the future of tracking16:00 – Why server-side tracking improves data fidelity18:00 – The rise of AI summaries and their SEO impact20:00 – Optimizing for ChatGPT and the future of AI searchHashtags:#GoogleAds #CustomerAcquisition #ConversionTracking #ServerSideTracking #Elevar #DigitalMarketing #DTCMarketing #PerformanceMarketing #AIsearch #EcommerceGrowth Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

When most people think about farm merch—aka swag—they imagine T-shirts with your logo. Maybe a tote bag. Maybe a hat. But what if I told you that farm swag is one of the most underutilized marketing tools in your farm business? Swag isn't just “extra.” It's strategic. Done right, it becomes a walking billboard… a conversation starter… a loyalty builder… and a bridge that turns casual customers into brand superfans. In today's episode, we're sharing 20 different ways you can use your farm merch to support some of your bigger marketing goals. Find one of these ideas and implement it! Podcast Sponsors: Local Line: Local Line is my preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/localline Taste the Local Difference: If your marketing to-do list is starting to feel like a second full-time job, it's time to call in the experts at Taste the Local Difference (TLD). With over 20 years of experience, TLD is the go-to marketing agency for purpose-driven farmers and local food entrepreneurs. Their sole focus is helping businesses like yours succeed—from creating marketing plans that reach your ideal customers, to designing eye-catching labels and packaging, to building beautiful, search-optimized websites. No wonder most of their clients see an average 200% return on their investment within the first year! And here's a special offer just for My Digital Farmer listeners: visit LocalFoodMarketing.com/podcast, fill out a no-obligation marketing inquiry form, and mention My Digital Farmer to get 10% off any marketing service (up to $300). Farm Marketing School: Marketing doesn't have to feel overwhelming! Farm Marketing School is my step-by-step system for building a profitable farm marketing plan. Inside, you'll get access to bite-sized marketing projects like:

Send us a textEpisode 143: Financial integrity isn't optional—it's essential. That's why developing a structured, effective audit plan stands as one of the most critical responsibilities for finance leaders today. This episode unveils a nine-step framework for creating audit plans that deliver genuine value. From understanding your business environment and conducting thorough risk assessments to defining clear audit scopes and establishing communication protocols, each element works together to create a process that leadership can trust. We explore how to effectively present technical findings to leadership teams in ways that drive action, not confusion. Most importantly, we examine why leadership commitment fundamentally determines whether an audit becomes a transformative tool or merely a compliance exercise.Conflict Management Course information: find more information hereEpisode outline:How to structure an effective audit plan,Presenting the findings to the leadership team, andWhy leadership is essential for the auditing function.Please connect with me on:1. Instagram: stephen.mclain2. Twitter: smclainiii3. Facebook: stephenmclainconsultant4. LinkedIn: stephenjmclainiiiFor more resources, please visit Finance Leader Academy:  financeleaderacademy.com.Support the show

Although the lawsuit was filed by a pharmacist in New Mexico, a federal judge in New York has ordered CVS Omnicare to pay $949,000 to settle a False Claims Act (FCA) case.According to news sources, the Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) allegedly prescribed drugs to individuals in long-term residential facilities that were not supported by valid prescriptions and then submitted claims for reimbursement for those prescriptions to Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE. Although a jury trial was held last spring, with the judge rejecting post-trial arguments by Omnicare, it is understood that Omnicare plans to appeal.Reporting details of this whistleblower lawsuit during the next edition of Monitor Mondays will be Max Voldman, a partner at Whistleblowers Law, LLP.The weekly broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Adam Brenman, senior healthcare government affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

Dankzij stijgende inkomsten is het voor Nederlandse poppodia steeds lastiger om het hoofd boven water te houden. Hoe bescherm je als concertzaal het nachtleven in de stad, als er aan alle kanten van je organisatie wordt getrokken? Fred Bond, hoofd ontwikkeling en strategie en plaatsvervangend directeur van Paradiso Amsterdam is te gast in BNR Zakendoen. Macro met Boot Elke dag een intrigerende gedachtewisseling over de stand van de macro-economie. Op maandag en vrijdag gaat presentator Thomas van Zijl in gesprek met econoom Arnoud Boot, de rest van de week praat Van Zijl met econoom Edin Mujagić. Ook altijd terug te vinden als je een aflevering gemist hebt. Blik op de wereld Wat speelt zich vandaag af op het wereldtoneel? Het laatste nieuws uit bijvoorbeeld Oekraïne, het Midden-Oosten, de Verenigde Staten of Brussel hoor je iedere werkdag om 12.10 van onze vaste experts en eigen redacteuren en verslaggevers. Ook los te vinden als podcast. Ondernemerspanel Met het faillissement van het cadeaukaartenbedrijf Groupcard ging in één klap €14 miljoen euro in rook op. En: Restaurantketen de Vegan Junkfood Bar heeft Spaans personeel nog altijd niet uitbetaald. Dat en meer bespreken we om 11.30 in het ondernemerspanel met Marlies Mohr (ondernemer en communicatie-expert in de retail) en Floris Venneman (Managing Partner van Bureauvijftig). Luister l Ondernemerspanel Zakenlunch Elke dag, tijdens de lunch, geniet je mee van het laatste zakelijke nieuws, actuele informatie over de financiële markten en ander economische actualiteiten. Op een ontspannen manier word je als luisteraar bijgepraat over alles wat er speelt in de wereld van het bedrijfsleven en de beurs. En altijd terug te vinden als podcast, mocht je de lunch gemist hebben. Pitch Elke vrijdag is het weer tijd voor jonge ondernemingen om zichzelf op de kaart te zetten. Dat doen zij via een pitch en het doorstaan van een vragenvuur. Vandaag is het de beurt aan: Paul Spelt van VitaScope en Iris Grobben van Laaken op Zand. Edo Roos Lindgreen, hoogleraar Data Science in Auditing aan de Universiteit van Amsterdam zal de startups beoordelen en van advies voorzien. Deze jonge ondernemers zijn ook terug te luisteren als podcast. Contact & Abonneren BNR Zakendoen zendt elke werkdag live uit van 11:00 tot 13:30 uur. Je kunt de redactie bereiken via e-mail. Abonneren op de podcast van BNR Zakendoen kan via bnr.nl/zakendoen, of via Apple Podcast en Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Move The Ball podcast, host Jen Garrett kicks off a new two-part solo series, "The Entrepreneur's Edge: Position, Monetize, Scale." Jen shares actionable strategies for entrepreneurs and high-performance professionals to build a brand that attracts opportunities and turns them into scalable income and impact. She emphasizes the importance of brand positioning, clarity, and credibility, drawing on her global experiences and lessons from elite athletes and executives. Episode Highlights:[2:57] Introduction to the new series: "The Entrepreneur's Edge" [3:55] The importance of brand positioning before business growth [6:11] Building a global brand and the power of positioning [7:12] What a brand truly is (beyond logos and taglines) [8:04] The "brand triangle": niche, audience, and signature edge [10:18] Differentiation and being referable [11:22] Visibility vs. credibility in the digital world [12:08] Auditing your online presence and using AI for a brand audit [12:59] Lessons from pro athletes and executives on positioning IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

Instagram Stories are one of the most underutilized and powerful tools in a farmer's marketing toolbox. They're fast. Raw. Relatable. And they let your audience peek behind the curtain of your farm life, creating trust and connection in just a few frames. But what the heck should you even talk about in a IG Story? In this episode, I break down 8 specific Story content ideas that I use every single week to show up consistently and connect with my audience — especially during the busy farm season. Whether you're totally new to IG Stories platform or you're ready to make them more intentional and strategic, this episode will give you the clarity and the pep talk to start. Your challenge this week: 1. Pick one new Instagram Story idea from this episode 2. Post it to your Stories today. Want help with the tech side? Join my new 7-Day IG Stories Challenge inside Farm Marketing School. Join FMS here Podcast Sponsors: Local Line: Local Line is my preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/localline Taste the Local Difference: If your marketing to-do list is starting to feel like a second full-time job, it's time to call in the experts at Taste the Local Difference (TLD). With over 20 years of experience, TLD is the go-to marketing agency for purpose-driven farmers and local food entrepreneurs. Their sole focus is helping businesses like yours succeed—from creating marketing plans that reach your ideal customers, to designing eye-catching labels and packaging, to building beautiful, search-optimized websites. No wonder most of their clients see an average 200% return on their investment within the first year! And here's a special offer just for My Digital Farmer listeners: visit LocalFoodMarketing.com/podcast, fill out a no-obligation marketing inquiry form, and mention My Digital Farmer to get 10% off any marketing service (up to $300). Farm Marketing School: Marketing doesn't have to feel overwhelming! Farm Marketing School is my step-by-step system for building a profitable farm marketing plan. Inside, you'll get access to bite-sized marketing projects like:

In this episode of Sustainability Bridges, we are joined by special guest Professor Thorsten Sellhorn, Director of the Institute for Accounting, Auditing and Analysis at the Munich School of Management, part of the Ludwig-Maximilian-University of Munich.During the episode, Professor Sellhorn walks us through the findings of his insightful research that analyses the firstsustainability reports that large companies published in line with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). He also details the information and data points available through the Sustainability Reporting Navigator, an AI-driven platform that allows anyone to search through the sustainability reports of over 500 large European companies, of which he is a co-founder. Professor Sellhorn also gives his expert opinion on the future of the EU Sustainable Finance regulatory framework and theEuropean Commission's Omnibus simplification proposals, explaining the impact these proposals will have on the corporate reporting landscape and beyond, and how we can simplify without losing substance. 

Summary In this conversation, the panel discusses various challenges in the healthcare industry, focusing on the roles of students in medical practices, the complexities of Medicaid, and the implications of proposed CMS regulations on skin substitutes. They emphasize the importance of compliance, accurate documentation, and the need for providers to be aware of the evolving landscape of healthcare regulations and billing practices.TakeawaysStudents cannot perform or do any work that is billable and reimbursable.Documentation is key to halting audits and investigations.Medicaid faces challenges with enrollment and funding.Providers must understand the billing rules for students and graduates.AI can lead to cloning in documentation if not used carefully.Vendors must be held accountable for their products and claims.The EMR is a tool that requires proper management and understanding.Medicaid managed care plans can be poorly managed and lead to issues.Providers need to be cautious of schemes in billing practices.Skin substitutes are becoming a focal point for compliance and billing scrutiny.

If you've been rocking with Persistence Playbook for a while, you already know Brett doesn't just love a solid list. He builds with it. But for the newcomers, welcome. Around here, lists aren't about ticking boxes they're tools for transformation and this week, Brett's taking the mic solo giving you 10 practical ways, to gain clarity on your purpose—not in theory, but in practice.From creating mental space to revisiting your earliest passions, this episode is a field guide for designing a more meaningful, self-defined life. Expect insights like:– Reflecting on childhood passions to reconnect with current interests– Visualizing your own funeral to uncover what truly matters– Auditing your energy to notice what drains vs. what drives– Having conversations with people you admire for lived insightYou're probably thinking some of these sound familiar. That's because they are. When you're committed to doing what matters most, sometimes the most powerful answers are the ones you've heard before. Only now, you're ready to use them. Clarity isn't always about chasing something new. Sometimes, it's about recognizing what's been waiting for you all along. So if your to-do list has started to feel like a performance instead of a path, this one's for you.

Even the most brilliant professionals I know still ask me this question. Whether you're brand new to personal branding, rebuilding after a transition, or just realizing your reputation deserves more attention, this episode is your starting point.You already have a personal brand. The question is, are you actively shaping it or is it being shaped for you by default? As my mother used to say, "You can be the wind or you can be the leaf." This episode is about becoming the wind.In this episode of Branding Room Only, I'll walk you through exactly where to start with five foundational steps that will help you get intentional about your brand. From clarifying your brand words to auditing your digital presence to defining your audience, these are the building blocks that turn your natural magic into an unforgettable personal brand.0:53 – What personal brand really means and why you already have one2:02 – Three essential self-reflection questions to start with3:27 – How to identify your three brand words that guide everything5:15 – The framework for crafting your brand statement6:20 – Auditing your digital presence to reflect your aspirations7:59 – Defining your audience with the specificity that creates resonance9:16 – How to start showing up consistently to build trustMentioned In Where Do I Even Start with Personal Branding?Personal Branding Strategy SessionsSubscribe to The Branding Room Only on YouTubeCall to ActionFollow & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform! Want more branding insights? Join Paula's newsletter for expert tips and exclusive content! Subscribe HereSponsor for this episodeThis episode is brought to you by PGE Consulting Group LLC.PGE Consulting Group LLC empowers individuals and organizations to lead with purpose, presence, and impact. Specializing in leadership development and personal branding, we offer keynotes, custom programming, consulting, and strategic advising—all designed to elevate influence and performance at every level.Founded and led by Paula Edgar, our work centers on practical strategies that enhance professional development, strengthen workplace culture, and drive meaningful, measurable change.To learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

Send us a textFind the downloadable skills guides here: Finance Leader AcademyEpisode 142: Financial risk assessment stands as the cornerstone of effective auditing—the crucial process that separates calculated risk-taking from reckless decision-making. This deep dive into organizational risk management provides finance leaders with a strategic framework for protecting company assets and ensuring financial integrity.At its core, proper risk assessment requires a cross-functional approach. By bringing together expertise from legal, treasury, accounting, and financial planning departments, organizations can conduct robust SWOT analyses that reveal potential vulnerabilities. The process continues with identifying key metrics related to areas of concern, scoring and ranking these metrics, and evaluating the effectiveness of existing internal controls. This methodical approach ensures that audit resources focus first on the areas presenting the greatest risk to financial health and operational integrity.The significance of this process cannot be overstated. By systematically identifying weaknesses in internal controls and operational policies, finance leaders can build audit plans that address real vulnerabilities rather than perceived threats. This validation process provides confidence to all stakeholders—from employees and suppliers to creditors and potential investors—that the organization maintains financial stability and follows a viable strategic course. Whether you're managing compliance risk, credit and liquidity challenges, market uncertainties, or operational vulnerabilities, a well-designed risk assessment protocol serves as your first line of defense against financial irregularities. Take time today to evaluate your risk management system and ensure it effectively engages internal experts to assess your organization's most pressing risks. Your company's long-term success may depend on it.Episode outline:Analyzing various risk metrics will help identify areas with the weakest internal controls, Why financial risk is the foundation of the audit plan, andProperly integrating risk into what you audit.  Please connect with me on:1. Instagram: stephen.mclain2. Twitter: smclainiii3. Facebook: stephenmclainconsultant4. LinkedIn: stephenjmclainiiiFor more resources, please visit Finance Leader Academy:  financeleaderacademy.com.Support the show

Federal legislation has been introduced that is intended to help the beleaguered 340B Health organization via an effort to ban pharmaceutical companies from restricting access to the drug pricing discount program of the same name, through community and specialty contract pharmacies.Reporting this lead story as well as other updates from Congress and the Trump Administration during the next live edition of Monitor Mondays will be Maureen Testoni, CEO for 340B Health and a frequent guest on the long-running broadcast. Testoni represents more than 1,600 hospitals and health systems participating in the 340B drug pricing program.The weekly broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Cate Brantley, senior healthcare government affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

Is it too late to invest in real estate if you're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s? No!  Today, we're giving you the exact blueprint to retire in 10-15 years, even if you're starting in your 50s with a median income and average savings. Got a small sum stashed for retirement and looking to real estate for relief? If you follow this strategy, you too could have retirement with plentiful passive income not too far in the future. We did the math—it's totally doable.  Tired of seeing 23-year-olds flaunt 50-unit portfolios on social media? You DON'T need to be in your 20s, have a high income, or get a large inheritance to retire early with real estate. The average American can still do it in just over a decade. Dave is giving you steps to take today to start on that journey, and he shares his fully mapped-out strategy for achieving early retirement in 10 to 15 years, regardless of your current age. Plus, how to “audit” your resources so you know the best strategy for you to take to reach your (early) retirement goals on time! In This Episode We Cover How to start investing in real estate in your 30s, 40s, or 50s  “Auditing” your time, money, and skills to find the best strategy for investing The math that proves you can retire with real estate in just 10-15 years  Dave's exact blueprint for a 40-year-old who wants to retire by their mid-50s What to do if you don't have much money saved for investing (you can still invest) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BiggerPockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1155 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertise@biggerpockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trying to get pregnant? What if the most powerful fertility tool isn't another supplement—but your nervous system, your partner's sperm health, and your own inner knowing? Caitria Thiele, holistic fertility expert and founder of Connected Healing, blends functional medicine, Chinese medicine, and deep emotional awareness to help couples prepare for pregnancy—far beyond the standard “just relax” advice. We break down the biggest myths, from toxic shame cycles to sperm being a non-factor, and unpack what it really takes to prepare your body, mind, and relationship before conception. WE TALK ABOUT:  08:35 - Why guilt and shame sabotage fertility 11:00 - The emotional work behind conception 15:20 - Male fertility prep: Sperm health and shared responsibility 20:50 - The labs that actually matter: Gut, bloodwork, and minerals 26:00 - Why hormone testing is often a distraction 30:30 - Reclaiming agency: How to trust your body again 40:20 - Auditing your basics: Food, rest, nervous system support 46:50 - Transitioning to slower living to create life 51:00 - Doing vs. holding: Feminine energy and the fertility journey 52:00 - The most important advice for any woman preparing to conceive SPONSORS: Spark effortless cellular renewal and longevity with SpermidineLIFE (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) —the clinically studied, easy-to-take caps that nudge your body's autophagy switch every day. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Caitria Thiele's website and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

What if your next high-converting Facebook ad wasn't something you had to invent from scratch—but was already hiding in plain sight on your farm's social feed? In this episode, I share how I stumbled onto a wildly successful Facebook ad that grew my email list by over 500 people in just a few weeks—at an incredible cost of 60 cents per lead! You'll learn the story behind this happy accident, and how you can use the same strategy to build your list without reinventing the wheel. Podcast Sponsors: Local Line: Local Line is my preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/localline Taste the Local Difference: If your marketing to-do list is starting to feel like a second full-time job, it's time to call in the experts at Taste the Local Difference (TLD). With over 20 years of experience, TLD is the go-to marketing agency for purpose-driven farmers and local food entrepreneurs. Their sole focus is helping businesses like yours succeed—from creating marketing plans that reach your ideal customers, to designing eye-catching labels and packaging, to building beautiful, search-optimized websites. No wonder most of their clients see an average 200% return on their investment within the first year! And here's a special offer just for My Digital Farmer listeners: visit LocalFoodMarketing.com/podcast, fill out a no-obligation marketing inquiry form, and mention My Digital Farmer to get 10% off any marketing service (up to $300). Farm Marketing School: Marketing doesn't have to feel overwhelming! Farm Marketing School is my step-by-step system for building a profitable farm marketing plan. Inside, you'll get access to bite-sized marketing projects like:

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Strategies of a Savage CEO. Today, I want to share how to turn a slow launch around by diving into a story about one of my clients. She was struggling with slow sales and wasn't sure why. Common advice like creating free content or touchpoint offers wasn't what she needed. Instead, I focused on customized mentorship. We audited her whole launch, reviewed her messaging, positioning, and trends, and made specific, actionable shifts. Within 24 hours of these changes, her sales skyrocketed, leading to a $100,000 launch. The takeaway? It's all about proper strategy and support. If you're struggling with sales, consider checking out my Savage Content Vault for a complete sales content system. Let's get those sales rocketing!   The Breakdown: 01:43 Client's Struggle: Slow Sales and Uncertainty 02:26 Common Missteps in Handling Slow Launches 03:07 Customized Mentorship: A Game Changer 03:58 Auditing and Adjusting the Launch Plan 04:22 Immediate Results: From Slow Sales to Success 05:40 Key Shifts in Messaging and Positioning 08:52 The Importance of Consistency and Strategy 10:23 Final Thoughts and Call to Action   Ready to go savage in your business?  Join the Savage Content Collective! Click here to join   Let's Connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbizcoachdemi Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesofasavageceo/    Produced by Podcast & Co.  

Send us a textEpisode 141: Curious about what makes audit teams tick? Dive into the crucial yet often misunderstood world of audit team management where leadership goes far beyond checking boxes and finding faults.Audit managers stand as guardians of financial integrity, straddling the strategic vision needed to align with business objectives while directing teams to investigate transactions that might reveal weaknesses in controls. These professionals aren't just looking to catch mistakes; they're building the foundation of trust upon which all stakeholder relationships depend. As I explore in this episode, "a company's financial reputation is the relevant social currency for doing business in the marketplace today."The most effective audit leaders combine analytical prowess with exceptional communication skills, positioning themselves not as adversaries but as partners in organizational success. They understand that identifying issues internally before external parties discover them is a service to the organization. The audit team must be uncompromisingly ethical, as I note, "people pleasers make horrible auditors." Their findings, coupled with practical recommendations, drive improved processes, better governance, and ultimately, strategic advantage.For finance professionals considering career development, time in audit roles offers unique perspective on how business functions interconnect, builds valuable problem-solving capabilities, and establishes you as a trusted advisor. Many successful finance leaders cut their teeth in audit before advancing to roles like finance director or risk manager. Ready to elevate your organization's audit function? Ensure your team has adequate resources, appropriate technology, necessary access, and leadership that values their findings.What's the state of your audit function? Are you leveraging this critical team to their full potential? Subscribe now for next week's episode where I'll tackle risk assessment in the audit planning process.Episode outline:Key competencies of the audit team,How the audit team manager contributes to the strategy and audit plan, and How a role in audit can help your career.Please connect with me on:1. Instagram: stephen.mclain2. Twitter: smclainiii3. Facebook: stephenmclainconsultant4. LinkedIn: stephenjmclainiiiFor more resources, please visit Finance Leader Academy:  financeleaderacademy.com.Support the show

Aaron Zagha is the Chief Marketing Officer at Newton Baby, the largest direct-to-consumer brand in the baby sleep category. With a background in investment banking at Deutsche Bank and JP Morgan, Aaron brings a financial operator's lens to performance marketing, attribution modeling, and team leadership.Before joining Newton, Aaron led international Ecommerce for Teleflora, managing growth across global markets and navigating the complexity of seasonal retail cycles and cross-border logistics. Today, he applies that same analytical rigor to the world of baby and juvenile goods where trust, conversion, and retention all hinge on deeply personalized journeys.Aaron shares how finance-trained marketers bring discipline to growth forecasting, why he encourages his team to challenge attribution models, and how incrementality testing has become central to his media mix. He also unpacks the pitfalls of over-indexing on Meta, why Pinterest deserves more spend, and how to onboard new marketing hires with the right mental models from day one.Whether he's explaining why some site visitors can't be influenced or why channel diversification is more urgent than ever, Aaron delivers a clear-eyed, tactical view into what's working in DTC marketing today.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:40] Intro[01:13] Finding opportunity through internal mobility[02:34] Building with seasoned tech entrepreneurs[03:09] Keeping connections that open future doors[03:53] Auditing channel mix to unlock growth[04:50] Applying stats to improve ad performance[05:54] Selling off-site and skewing test results[08:00] Optimizing upstream metrics with caution[09:00] Driving sales with offer and positioning[10:19] Episode Sponsors: Electric Eye & Zamp[12:44] Relying on incrementality to guide spend[14:20] Backing bold ideas with leadership support[15:31] Humanizing luxury to boost relatability[17:01] Turning off losers without ending the test[20:14] Feeding AI tools to stay effective[21:11] Measuring performance with GeoLift testsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube#1 rated baby crib mattress newtonbaby.com/Follow Aaron Zagha linkedin.com/in/aaronzaghaSchedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectFully managed sales tax solution for Ecommerce brands zamp.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

If You're a FAN leave me a message :-)Tired of trying to “balance” your life and still ending up exhausted? In this empowering episode, I expose the myth of work-life balance and reveal a powerful integration model for the modern world. Learn how to align your energy, values, and schedule - so success doesn't come at the cost of self. Practical, powerful, and deeply personal.Key Takeaways from This Episode:Why work-life balance is an outdated model in today's hybrid, always-on world - and how it fuels quiet burnout.The hidden psychological and physiological costs of sustained disconnection from your values, rest, and identity.The 5-step integration framework to help you reclaim energy, focus, and fulfillment:Auditing your energy zonesRewriting invisible success rulesBuilding micro-moments of restorationDesigning boundaries that reflect your life's real rhythmAnchoring with a weekly ritual of realignmentThe neuroscience behind integration - including vagus nerve stimulation, neuroplasticity, and decision fatigue recovery.How real leaders - from Arianna Huffington to Jeff Weiner - integrate wellness and performance without compromise.One 7-day challenge to kickstart your own integration process immediately.SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Doc Marty Mushrooms Elevate your brain, body, and energy with functional mushroom blends designed for clarity, focus, and immune support. Whether you're navigating burnout recovery or striving for peak performance, Doc Marty helps you stay sharp and resilient. Visit www.docmarty.com to start your transformation.Support the showContact me:Daniel@the-success-blueprint.co.zawww.mindworx.bizInstagram: @Mindworx_Coaching

The rugged audit landscape has changed – and not for the better.Today, there are more potential pitfalls and traps to capture the unprepared and impact them with huge fines and possible incarceration. In fact, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has erected a legal fortress to protect their audit process. It's not the same old ballgame – it's a new one, with lots of new players.It's also why the producers of Monitor Mondays have invited senior healthcare analyst Frank Cohen to return to the broadcast to describe how you and your team can learn how to identify red flags in the process of fraud detection in order to avoid liability.The weekly broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Adam Brenman, senior healthcare government affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

This episode is for building automation professionals ready to improve performance without waiting for a capital project. It focuses on direct, practical actions you can take to increase efficiency, reduce energy waste, and streamline operations using your current BAS tools. You'll walk away with a checklist of tasks that can be implemented immediately, helping you reduce noise in your system, sharpen team performance, and identify problems before they escalate. Key areas covered in this episode: Auditing your system to spot performance gaps Fine-tuning schedules and setpoints to reflect real usage Cleaning up point databases for better system response Using trends and alarms to find hidden inefficiencies Strengthening internal skills and vendor relationships Every building can run better. Start with these changes today.

Please note: This episode was recorded before changes were made to the Big Beautiful Bill, which eliminated the removal of the PCAOB.What happens when AI agents start doing your journal entries and reconciliations? Mike Whitmire, founder and CEO of Floqast, explains why accounting AI is fundamentally different from other business applications—and why auditability creates unique challenges that many companies will struggle to overcome. In this conversation, you'll learn how Floqast Transform enables accountants to build AI agents using simple narrative descriptions, thereby creating comprehensive audit trails while automating repetitive tasks. Mike walks through real-world examples, from benefit allocation journal entries to variance analysis, demonstrating how the "human-in-the-loop" approach handles exceptions and ensures compliance. Plus, hear his vision for the future accounting professional as an "accounting cyborg" who manages AI agents rather than junior staff.Chapters(00:43) - Agents in Accounting (01:22) - Flow Cast's AI Implementation (02:29) - Starting Points and Use Cases (04:14) - Flow Cast Transform and Integration (06:58) - Workflow Automation and Human Review (16:03) - Future of AI in Auditing (29:11) - Materiality Thresholds and Budget Analysis (30:29) - Financial Statement Narratives with AI (32:35) - AI in Financial Analysis and Risk Detection (36:02) - The Role of AI in Legislative Analysis (37:46) - AI Tools and Automation in Accounting (42:40) - The Future of Accounting with AI Sign up to get free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://earmarkcpe.comhttps://earmark.app/Download the Earmark CPE App Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.appConnect with Our Guest, Mike WhitmireLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcwhitmire/Learn more about FloQasthttp://www.floqast.comConnect with Blake Oliver, CPALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaketoliverTwitter: https://twitter.com/blaketoliver/

What if there was a way to instantly get in front of new customers who are already primed to trust you? In today's episode, we're digging into the power of collaborations—one of the smartest and most underused marketing strategies for farmers. You'll hear real-life examples of creative partnerships that drive sales, grow your audience, and build deeper community connections—without spending a ton of money. What You'll Learn What a collaboration looks like in farm marketing (with tons of inspiring examples—from mocktail nights to pop-up dinners to recipe card partnerships). How to “borrow the trust” of another brand's audience (and why that matters!). Simple, low-lift collaboration ideas you can try this season—online and in person. How to plan, pitch, and execute a collaboration that actually helps both partners succeed. The key mistakes to avoid when collaborating (so you don't waste time or burn bridges). Smart ways to turn a one-time collab into a recurring campaign. Today's Podcast Guest: Erika Tebbens, Taste the Local Difference Erika Tebbens is the Director of Impact at Taste the Local Difference and a marketing expert with twenty years experience running businesses of all kinds, including farming and beekeeping. TLD is a woman-owned and woman-led marketing agency for purpose-driven food and farm businesses. Before joining TLD, Erika spent a decade working with entrepreneurs on their sales and growth strategy as a highly-respected business consultant for entrepreneurs.

How do you intend to make a difference with the passion you have?So many people unfortunately think that they were created just to pay their bills, live for the weekend, and retire as soon as they can. You were made for so much more than that! You were made to be creative and to see the intricate linking of your passions and God's calling in your life.In this episode I sit down with podcast extraordinaire and entrepreneur Rich Cardona (@podcastrich) of Unfiltr Studio (@unfltr.studio) to discuss the intersection of faith and faithfulness. We discuss a wide range of topics from meeting people where they are, auditing your content, and dreaming about making an impact in the world. Topic Highlights from "Off the Wire" Podcast with Rich Cardona:1. Podcasting and EntrepreneurshipImportance of long-form contentBuilding authentic connections through podcastingStrategies for creating engaging podcast episodesTechnical requirements for starting a podcast2. Faith and Business IntegrationBalancing faith with professional workServing clients regardless of their religious beliefsIncorporating prayer and spiritual principles in businessMaintaining authenticity while sharing a message3. Personal Branding- Developing a consistent social media presence- Overcoming fear of self-promotion- Creating content that serves an audience- Building trust through transparent communication4. Entrepreneurial Challenges- Navigating loneliness in entrepreneurship- Finding connection through interviewing others- Supporting business owners and founders- Developing a mission-driven approach to work5. Church and Entrepreneurship- Lack of specific support for entrepreneurs in church communities- Creating niche groups for business professionals- Integrating faith principles in professional environments- Encouraging believers to serve through their vocations6. Content Creation Strategies- Understanding target audience- Consistent content production- Auditing and improving content quality- Managing expectations in content creation Key Takeaways:Authenticity, service, and continuous improvement are crucial in podcasting, entrepreneurship, and faith-based work. Connect with Matt on social media at:

5 Steps to Auditing your DSP Account is the Amazon Advertising guide you've been missing.If "5 Steps to Auditing your DSP Account" doesn't scream clarity, this episode will, because we show exactly how to fix viewability, incrementality, and KPIs without burning cash.Amazon PPC pros: we split campaigns into granular line items, bid up for Amazon-owned inventory, cap frequency, rotate creatives, and clean audiences so you're not paying for invisible impressions.We also match attribution windows to each funnel stage and wire the tech right (brand/ASIN associations, pixels). Bottom line: treat DSP like a precision tool. Measure what's actually seen and only pay for impressions that move revenue. Hit play and start the audit.

Today we're diving into something that so many of you have been asking for, how to start (or refresh!) your Instagram from scratch, without all the second guessing. Whether you're brand new to the platform or you've been around a while and just need an account audit, I have tons of practical tips and golden nuggets to help you take the guesswork out of establishing a strong Instagram presence. We'll walk through everything from the three lines every Instagram bio needs, to what your pinned posts should look like, and how to make your profile truly stand out. Plus, I'll share some tricks for making engagement work for you right from the start, so you can stop stressing and start building a community that feels like your own little village.In this episode we'll be covering:How to start and optimize a new or existing Instagram account for business.Auditing your Instagram profile, bio, and pinned posts regularly to keep it fresh and up to date.Clarifying your unique value and why people would follow or buy from you.Tips for writing high-impact Instagram bios and leveraging the name field with keywords.Choosing the right profile photo for brands and individuals.Why your first three pinned posts are so important and how to choose them.Leveraging engagement, following others, and using Instagram Stories to build authentic connections.Related episodes:Episode 010: Turning Testimonials into Engaging Content for More SalesEpisode 023: Create Content That Pops by Knowing Why People Want to BuyEpisode 053: Use Customer Insights to Create Reels That Attract and ConvertEpisode 068: Pin-Worthy Instagram Posts That Make Your Audience Feel Right at HomeSend a message!Join me in the Reels Lab! Love this conversation? Make sure to follow so you never miss an episode. Let's connect on Instagram!

Send us a textEpisode 140: Financial integrity isn't just about compliance—it's the cornerstone of organizational trust and success. In this thought-provoking exploration of the audit function, we dive deep into how forward-thinking CFOs are transforming what's often viewed as a necessary evil into a strategic advantage.The most effective finance leaders understand that auditing isn't about hunting for mistakes or satisfying regulators; it's about building a foundation of accuracy that enables better decision-making at every level. We examine three essential pillars that should guide your audit strategy: fostering a team with unwavering professional ethics, ensuring meticulous financial accuracy in reporting, and implementing robust internal controls to safeguard company assets. These elements aren't just technical requirements—they're competitive advantages in a business landscape where trust is increasingly valuable currency.Risk assessment emerges as a critical companion to effective auditing. By creating and continuously updating a comprehensive risk matrix, the CFO can ensure audit resources are deployed where they'll have the greatest impact. Whether you lead a small private company or a publicly traded enterprise, this strategic approach to audit planning transforms compliance activities into valuable insights that support long-term business goals. Remember, a truly effective audit function should regularly uncover areas for improvement—if your auditors never find issues, it's time to review your testing processes. The journey toward financial excellence begins with embracing auditing not as a basement-dwelling afterthought but as a spotlight illuminating your path to organizational integrity and sustainable success.Episode outline:Why is a solid audit plan essential for your organization,Measuring and assessing organizational risk, andHow the CFO shapes the audit plan to support long term strategy. Please connect with me on:1. Instagram: stephen.mclain2. Twitter: smclainiii3. Facebook: stephenmclainconsultant4. LinkedIn: stephenjmclainiiiFor more resources, please visit Finance Leader Academy:  financeleaderacademy.com.Support the show

The Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Proposed Rule for the 2026 fiscal year has been released.Tucked inside the Proposed Rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is the agency's recommendation to phase out the Inpatient-Only List (IPO) over the course of the next three years.Reporting the lead story on this development during the next edition of Monitor Mondays will be longtime panelist Ronald Hirsch, MD.The weekly broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Cate Brantley, senior healthcare government affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

Stay Cool this Summer with Cozy Earth! Cozy Days Discount: Get 40% off with code COZYTIQUE from July 15-22 Creating a travel proposal is more than plugging numbers into a spreadsheet. It's about telling a story your client wants to step into. In this episode, Jennifer and Robin share how to create proposals that feel like an experience from start to finish. Learn how to ask the right intake questions, tailor your recommendations with confidence, and choose suppliers that align with your client's vibe while streamlining your backend workflow. You'll also hear how to use itinerary builders and Loom walkthroughs to add a personal touch, plus tips for setting clear expectations, managing revisions, and keeping timelines on track without burning out. If you're ready to turn your proposals into seamless, sellable experiences, this episode is your behind-the-scenes blueprint! Download the free Client Onboarding Guide: http://tiquehq.com/client-onboarding?utm_source=Podcast+Episode+136&utm_medium=Onboarding+PDF&utm_campaign=Client+Onboarding+Guide+Freebie Today we will cover: (01:50) Choosing suppliers that support both the client and your workflow (08:10) Understanding client priorities; budget vs. experience (14:40) Auditing and presenting the proposal (21:20) How to present the proposal with visuals and itinerary tools (28:45) Using Loom walkthroughs for a personalized touch (38:40) Setting timelines and managing client expectations (40:50) Following up, minimizing revisions, and knowing when to walk away Also mentioned in the episode: Episode 101: When And How To Piece An FIT Together On Your Own with Beth Pelleteri Episode 123: How To Get A Client To Commit To A Budget with Courtney Gardner Client Communication Templates JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY An interactive membership for travel advisors wanting the community, education, & support to grow their business. VISIT THE TEMPLATE SHOP Create an enjoyable booking experience for every one of your travel clients. EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS Self-paced style courses for the modern travel advisor. FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ

ISO certification is more than just earning a certificate, and it requires continuous maintenance to both retain certification and drive effective improvements. Over the course of your 3-year certification cycle, you will need to ensure your Management System is regularly updated and reviewed so that it remains relevant to the way you're currently working. That in addition to annual tasks such as internal auditing and management review, it can be a lot to keep on top of. Which is why some turn to external ISO Support. In this episode, Steph Churchman explains what ISO Support is, the challenges of managing ISO internally and the benefits of external support. You'll learn ·      What is ISO Support? ·      What tasks can you outsource ·      Challenges of managing ISO internally ·      What are the benefits of ISO Support?   Resources ·      Isologyhub ·      ISO Support Plan   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – Steph explains what is meant by ISO Support, explains the challenges with managing ISO internally and the benefits of engaging in external support.   [02:20] What is ISO Support? ISO certification involves a 3-year cycle, where you will be subjected to an annual Surveillance audit by your certification body. On year 3, you will need to undertake a recertification audit, which will determine if you can keep your ISO certification. During that cycle, you will be required to complete annual tasks such as internal auditing, documentation updates and management review to ensure that your management system is effective in driving continual improvement. ISO Support is a service provided by an external party to help facilitate the management of these annual tasks, usually undertaken by a dedicated ISO consultancy. [03:40] What tasks can be outsourced? To learn about what tasks can be outsourced, check out a previous episode. [03:55] ISO Management Challenge #1: Internal auditors not being comfortable about auditing their peers - It may be the case that certain individuals do no get on, however if someone manages a key process or area of the business, they still need to be audited. There's also the chance for auditors to be misunderstood, or have trouble getting the answers they need from auditees. Auditing requires the ability to effectively communicate and make yourself understood. It's quite common for auditees to ask for further clarification on questions asked, so you need to be able to work with them so that they understand what you're really asking. [04:45] ISO Management Challenge #2: Internal auditors not being particularly objective or impartial when auditing leadership – It can be hard to be impartial towards leadership, even if it is ultimately in their best interest! These dynamics can be habitual, but by not pointing out genuine issues or opportunities for improvement, you dimmish the purpose of the exercise. This also involves any leadership being receptive to feedback given. If this hasn't been taken well in the past, it's understandable for individuals to be hesitant doing so again, even if it's a necessary part of the process. [05:35] ISO Management Challenge #3: Fed up with paying for training for a high turnover of internal auditors - Internal Auditing will require a qualification, which will cost money. It's not a tremendous amount for these courses, but it would be an extra thing to budget for, and then there's factoring the time to complete the course which takes away from that individuals other responsibilities. It can also be frustrating when your only Internal Auditor moves on and so you have to train another. Depending on the business, this could happen quite frequently and so ends up being a repetitive expense. You will also need to ensure any current auditors are competent to audit against any new ISO Standards that you may add along the way. [06:35] ISO Management Challenge #4: Managers not having time to update processes - Your Management system is likely owned by either just 1 individual or by a small team within the business. Those involved will already have their plates full with day-to-day operations, and anything ISO related is just another task to add onto that pile. In the eyes of many, they may seem unimportant in comparison, and will continually get shuffled down the priority list until it's time for a Surveillance Audit. There will also be a certain amount of documentation to review and update on a regular basis. Even those with mature systems can experience trouble with duplicated processes, or confusion with old versions, and finding the time to sit and refresh all of that is often hard to accomplish. [07:30] ISO Management Challenge #5: Managers not aware of their legal, regulatory or ISO Standards requirements - As ISO Standards lay out best practice, they do require businesses to be aware of and adhere to relevant legislation and regulations. Managers will likely not be an expert in ISO Standards or legislation, so it can be easy for things to get missed if they've not had sufficient training beforehand. It will take time for relevant individuals within a business to be trained, or complete CPD to be fully competent to ensure full ISO and legal compliance. [08:25] ISO Management Challenge #6: Not updating key information i.e. Risk Register, BCP's, environmental/energy metrics - Monitoring and measuring is a big part of ISO Management. You need to document certain metrics if you want to track them effectively. You will also need to update key documentation, as nothing stays the same forever. Major business changes may prompt updates to key policies and procedures. You may have opportunities to improve that fall out of audits that require certain documentation to be updated. Or correcting things where non-conformities have been raised. These updates are necessary to keep the momentum of a management system going. It needs to grow with you, which it will fail to do if everything documented is only applicable to how your business operated a few years ago. [09:15] ISO Management Challenge #7: Not reviewing key information i.e. Objectives, Environmental/H & S/Data Security trends - Objectives is another key metric that should be reviewed on a regular basis. To not only establish if you are making progress with them, but also to possibly adjust if the original plans were too lofty. They should still be a challenge to obtain, but we're all only human and sometimes our first estimates about what's achievable might be a tad too ambitious. There is also a need to review audit results to see if there's any trends in areas such as info sec, sustainability and risk. This could be opportunities for improvement or some reoccurring issues that need to be addressed. All of this monitoring is going to require dedicated time from relevant personal, including feeding back results and following through with further actions. [10:55] ISO Support Benefit #1: Expertise and Specialisation - Dedicated ISO consultants will keep you up-to-date with the latest standard revisions, interpretations, and best practices. This includes their experience with helping businesses to plan and conduct annual maintenance. They are there as a guiding hand and can be a great sounding board for you if you have questions surrounding ideas or actions that you're unsure about.  Their help ensures your system is maintained effectively and most importantly, compliantly. [11:40] ISO Support Benefit #2: Cost Savings - While there's a fee for outsourcing, it's often more cost-effective than maintaining an in-house team or dedicating significant internal resources. As mentioned earlier, you would need qualified internal auditors at the very least, this will require training costs. You also need to consider the time taken out of individual's typical working schedule to be able to conduct annual ISO maintenance, this will take away from their day-to-day tasks. We took this into consideration when creating our ISO Support Plan option, which is a 3-year contract that allows you to stay at a fixed rate for those 3-years. It's a set it and forget it approach to ISO Support, which is flexible on both the number of days required annually in addition to the tasks you'd like support with. [12:35] ISO Support Benefit #3: Reduced Workload for Internal Staff - It's often the case that Individuals, especially in SMEs, often wear many hats. Adding ISO maintenance onto that will impact on their day-to-day activities. Outsourcing frees up their time and resources, allowing them to focus on core business activities rather than the complexities of ISO maintenance. A lot of people don't take training into consideration for people who get handed the task of maintaining a management system. It's a lot of unnecessary stress when they've likely already got enough on their plate. Outsourcing will take a lot of that burden away, and give them a chance to lean on consultant guidance and be able to learn how to manage the tasks without fear of jeopardising the company's certification.  [13:30] ISO Support Benefit #4: Impartiality and Objectivity - An external consultant can offer an unbiased perspective on your management system's performance, identifying areas for improvement that might be overlooked by internal staff due to familiarity, bias or ingrained practices. A fresh pair of eyes can provide a lot of valuable insight, in addition to their lessons learned from other clients. It also helps to have another unbiased voice on your side if you have suggestions for improvement that need presenting to leadership. It should also be noted that impartial audits are a requirement of ISO Standards, this is so you're not marking your own homework all the time. It's another level of assurance that you are doing what you say you're doing. [14:20] ISO Support Benefit #5: Continuity and Risk Mitigation - Employee turnover can disrupt internal ISO maintenance. Outsourcing provides continuity, as any external provider will be available for the duration of an agreed contract, there's no ambiguity on how long you have their support for. They will help you plan out what needs to be done, and facilitate this with the relevant individuals within your business. [15:00] ISO Support Benefit #6: Improved Efficiency and Effectiveness - External specialists will have the experience to help streamline processes and tools for maintenance activities. Making the system and it's running more efficient, leaving you with more time to implement worthwhile changes that reap tangible results. Having their guidance from the start means you'll be hitting the ground running. At Blackmores, we ensure that annual activities are planned out in advance so everyone can be prepared and work on a consistent schedule. [15:40] ISO Support Benefit #7: Enhanced Compliance and Audit Readiness - Outsourced consultants are going to be more adept at ensuring the system remains fully compliant with ISO standards. As they can proactively identify and address non-conformities that could easily be missed by those with significantly less auditing experience. There is a level of experience that is tricky to achieve if you do not regularly conduct internal audits. Consultants know what to look for, and will often have significant industry experience to know what stones to unturn to find issues and opportunities. Afterall, that is the purpose of internal audits, to not only check that process, policies and procedures are being followed, but to seek out where you can be doing better, or fixing issues as your business changes and adapts. [16:40] ISO Support Benefit #8: Focus on Core Business Activities - By offloading the burden of ISO maintenance, you can re-allocate your focus and resources to core business activities and strategic initiatives. ISO Consultants can take a lot of the mental burden of managing ISO systems away. There will still be homework to do on your side, as ultimately, you know how your business works best, but a consultant will guide you through what needs to be done. We know that many of you tasked with ISO compliance in your business have another primary role that requires a lot more of your attention. So make it easier on yourselves with the help of an expert, so you can get on and do what you need to do with minimal interruption. [17:30] ISO Support Benefit #9: Potential for Scalability and Flexibility - Outsourced services can often be scaled up or down based on the business's needs, offering flexibility that an internal team might not be able to provide, especially during periods of growth, crisis or during large projects. ISO Consultants can help either pick up the slack or give you more of the rope to handle annual ISO maintenance depending on what you need or want. At Blackmores, we have an ISO Support Plan that can be tailored to your exact needs, including the options to complete tasks such as:- ·      Conducting impartial internal audits ·      Providing surveillance support ·      Updating legal registers ·      Documentation updates ·      Conducting annual management reviews With 3 levels of support available, we have no issue with you increasing or decreasing days required each year, or varying the tasks depending on where you need the most support. If you'd like any assistance with ISO Support, feel free to get in touch with us, we'd be happy to help. We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: ●     Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin ●     Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud | Mailing List

It's a Medicaid Madness mess.For many years, Medicaid has been providing support for America's most vulnerable populations. But now, Medicaid finds itself as a pawn, being manipulated for political gain between two opposing forces: those who view the program as a means to an end to reduce government spending, and those who hold the opposite point of view.Who will be the winners and losers? During the next live edition of the venerated Monitor Mondays, senior healthcare consultant Dennis Jones will report on how hospitals can save money in the face of the inevitable Medicaid cuts.Jones, senior director of revenue cycle at Jefferson Health, was among the first of hand-picked subject-matter experts heard nearly 14 years ago on the weekly Internet broadcast produced by RACmonitor.The Monday's broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Sitting in for healthcare attorney David Glaser will be attorney Marguarite Ahman, a shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron.• Legislative Update: Matthew Albright, chief legislative affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

In this episode of the I Love Coaching podcast, hosts Adam Roach and Jess Webber discuss the hidden costs of playing small and share three power moves to help listeners step into their potential. They emphasize the importance of auditing alignment, checking identity, and taking ownership of what one tolerates in life. The conversation also explores reconnecting with one's edge and making actionable power moves to break free from limitations. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, the hosts encourage listeners to embrace their authenticity and take bold steps towards their goals.TakeawaysThe hidden cost of playing small can hinder personal growth.Auditing your alignment is crucial for recognizing energy drains.If something is draining you, it indicates misalignment.Authenticity is key; being inauthentic can drain your energy.You get what you tolerate; assess what you're allowing in your life.Reconnecting with your edge can help you step into your potential.Taking action is essential to break free from playing small.You don't need more goals; you need alignment and momentum.Identifying where you've gone soft can lead to growth.Your potential is a gift; reaching it is your responsibility.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates03:08 The Hidden Cost of Playing Small06:02 Auditing Your Alignment12:09 Identity Check: Are You Authentic?14:48 Ownership Check: What Are You Tolerating?20:01 Reconnecting with Your Edge23:10 Making Your Power Move

Liz Steininger is the CEO of Least Authority: a company which specializes in auditing open source software since 2014. Originally founded by Zooko Wilcox, Least Authority has conducted more than 100 security audits in the space. Some of the best known contractors who requested an expert review include the Ethereum Foundation, the Electric Coin Company, Metamask, the KeyStone hardware wallet, and Avalanche. Least Authority also builds products that make use of Zero Knowledge Proofs: PrivateStorage (a cloud storage system that's designed to make the host unaware of the files being stored), ZKAPs (Zero Knowledge Access Passes, an authorization system that separates the payer from the data on the items being bought), and Winden (a file-sharing service that's encrypted and requires no identity from the sender and receiver). In a space which often defers to "check the code, it's open source", companies such as Least Authority offer high quality verification which makes it easier for the average non-technical person to trust that something is safe. Also, it helps builder have the peace of mind that what they're working on will not bring any unforeseen consequences.

In Season 25, Episode 10 of the "Building Better Developers with AI" podcast, Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche revisit one of their most practical episodes: decluttering your code and digital life. However, this time, they utilize AI tools like ChatGPT to elevate the conversation and provide even more actionable ways to streamline your workflow, sharpen focus, and enhance developer productivity. Why Developers Should Declutter—and Level Up Developer clutter goes far beyond messy code. It creeps into your tabs, your file system, your brain, and your workflow. Rob and Michael explore how revisiting the original topic through the lens of AI created deeper, more structured insights. AI not only confirmed their past advice—it elevated it. As Rob puts it: “Clutter doesn't show up in your IDE, but it absolutely shows up in your performance.” AI helped them reframe the conversation into clear action steps that help you level up your development workflow by decluttering at every level—from code to cognition. Clean Code Is Smart Code: Use AI to Level Up Your Refactoring A central theme of the episode is simple: Great developers delete code. Michael and Rob walk through common bad habits—commented-out code, legacy logic, stale TODOs—and how they quietly accumulate technical debt. They recommend using tools like ESLint, Prettier, or Flake8 to automatically flag issues. More importantly, they encourage developers to make cleanup a weekly routine, not a once-a-year emergency. AI Tip: Utilize ChatGPT to refactor lengthy methods, rename ambiguous variables, or break down complex classes into more manageable components. It's a quick way to make your code easier to read, test, and maintain. Optimize Your Tools: Streamline and Standardize Your Workspace If you want to level up your development workflow truly, decluttering extends beyond the codebase. Your workspace setup—browser tabs, IDE extensions, terminal scripts—can either streamline your productivity or sabotage it. Rob's key practices: Limit browser tabs to 10 or fewer Disable unused plugins and extensions Stick to a consistent folder structure Use shell scripts, makefiles, or Git aliases to speed up routine tasks Michael reinforces the idea with his “kitchen sink” app concept—a reusable codebase that acts as both a portfolio and a best-practices toolkit. Silence the Noise: Declutter Your Developer Brain Clutter isn't just digital—it's cognitive. Rob and Michael emphasize how context-switching kills focus and creativity. To combat this, they recommend: Turning off nonessential notifications (on phone, desktop, and wearables) Using time boxing (e.g., Pomodoro technique) Auditing your calendar weekly Creating interruption-free zones for deep work Pro Tip: Play white noise or ambient focus tracks to drown out distractions and stay locked in. These habits allow you to protect your most important asset as a developer—your attention. Make Decluttering a Weekly Habit and Watch Your Workflow Level Up Don't wait for a meltdown to clean house. Rob and Michael suggest building decluttering directly into your dev rhythm—especially at the end of each sprint or workweek. Their weekly checklist: Archive stale Git branches Delete unused files and TODOs Refactor one file for clarity Restart your system Review your inbox and calendar Even a 15-minute Friday cleanup session can give you a cleaner slate and a sharper mind going into Monday. Bonus: Fewer Tools, More Flow Tool overload is another form of workflow clutter. Michael recommends consolidating everything into one platform—whether it's GitHub, Jira, or Notion. “Let the business be disorganized,” he says. “You bring the order.” Rob echoes this with a challenge: Take one week to migrate everything from your old tools into your primary stack. You'll save time and reduce friction moving forward. Final Thoughts: Use AI to Clean, Simplify, and Level Up Decluttering isn't just about tidiness—it's about creating space to do your best work. And with AI now in your toolkit, you can automate, refactor, and optimize like never before. Stay Connected: Join the Developreneur Community We invite you to join our community and share your coding journey with us. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, there's always room to learn and grow together. Contact us at info@develpreneur.com with your questions, feedback, or suggestions for future episodes. Together, let's continue exploring the exciting world of software development. Additional Resources Balance Your Time in a Busy World: Tools and Techniques Boost Your Developer Efficiency: Automation Tips for Developers Code Refactoring: Maintaining Clean, Efficient Code Cleaning Your Task List Building Better Developers With AI Podcast Videos – With Bonus Content

Looking back and looking ahead, we must reckon with a major shift in America's judicial landscape: the elimination of the so-called Chevron Deference. Last year, at about this same time, physician and attorney Dr. John K. Hall was the special guest here on Monitor Mondays, and he began his segment explaining the legal concept.Now, more than a year after the U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision overturning 40 years of judicial precedent and upending statutory construction and enforcement, we must ask, has anything really changed?Dr. Hall will return to examine the changes – or maybe lack of changes – and what we might still expect regarding legal challenges to executive actions.The venerable broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Adam Brenman, senior regulatory affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

The Transparency in Coverage (TiC) Final Rule represents one of the most significant regulatory shifts in healthcare pricing since the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.During the next live edition of Monitor Mondays, senior healthcare analyst Frank Cohen will walk you and your team through the comprehensive labyrinth of changes.Recent enforcement developments, including President Trump's Executive Order 14221, directing actual hospital price disclosure within 90 days, also signal an intensified regulatory environment requiring proactive compliance strategies.The venerable broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Moesha Baptiste, intern regulatory analyst for Zelis, will report on the news happening at the intersection of healthcare and congressional action.

In this episode of The Law Firm Blueprint, Jay and Seth take a mid-year deep dive into the numbers—analyzing budgets, firm culture, and the cost of scaling. From Yankee Stadium memories to the logistics of multi-office operations, they share practical strategies for reining in expenses, negotiating vendor contracts, and empowering staff through budget autonomy. They also explore the culture shift in post-COVID law firms and weigh the pros and cons of year-end closures. If you're running a growing practice, this conversation offers timely insights on staying lean without losing your edge.#LawFirmBlueprint #LegalOperations #BluSharkDigital

Counting Down the Top Ten Old Money Episodes! While Old Money is on Summer Vacation, join us for the encore presentation of Episode 36: Rich Girl Rituals: 11 Ways to Increase Your Abundance, originally released February 2024. ----------------------------Imagine starting your day feeling as wealthy as Lisa Vanderpump. And no, it's not by savvy investments and legacies but through mindset and nurturing abundance from the get-go. Learn 11 and a half rituals to start practicing now, along with manifestation journaling prompts to visualize clearly. From small, powerful practices like Feng Shui to romanticizing your money dates, you'll gain actionable steps to start feeling wealthy today.-------------------------In today's episode, we cover the following:How to have your questions asked in next week's episode What rituals are and why they're important Amber's morning ritual What does a wealthy mindset look like? What rituals aren't Nailing your Set, Setting, Scent, and Seeing for creating your ritual Ritual #1: Setting a money date Ritual #2: Cinnamon ritual at the start of the monthRitual #3: Feng Shui for financial prosperity Ritual #4: Journaling on a new moon Ritual #5: Making money real Ritual #5.2: Cleaning out your wallet Ritual #6: Tapping into someone else's money knowledge Ritual #7: Double your money exerciseRitual #8: The 3 times 33 affirmation practice Ritual #9: Put yourself where wealthy people are Ritual #10: A unique take on a gratitude list Ritual #11: Auditing your life Birdie and bogey ----------------------------RESOURCESEpisode 001: Money is My Boyfriend: Building a Relationship with Your FinancesSacred Success, A Course in Financial Miracles by Barbara StannyPsychology of Money by Morgan HouselSecrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv EkerRich as F*ck by Amanda FrancisUnshakeable by Tony RobbinsYou Are a Badass by Jen SinceroI Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi----------------------------Take control of your financial life today. Download your free Net Worth Tracker at oldmoneypodcast.com/networth and track the GROWTH of your financial future.----------------------------Connect with the Old Money Podcast:Web: OldMoneyPodcast.comEmail:

Not Today Jenn and Eddie discuss how good of a friend should you be? Keida over shares about his "teaching" days.  Where do you fall in your social network? Alpha, Beta? How do you audit your life and should you? Plus, Florida Man Friday!

Jeremy Horowitz is the Managing Partner of Because Ventures and the creator of Let's Buy a Biz!, a media brand and private equity-backed content engine built to make ecommerce M&A more transparent, data-driven, and founder-friendly. Because Ventures is a private equity search fund focused on acquiring and scaling Shopify brands and apps, while Let's Buy a Biz! documents what it actually takes to grow Top 1% ecommerce businesses.Before launching either venture, Jeremy worked across every layer of the Shopify ecosystem from scaling high-growth DTC brands like Lumi, to leading growth at top-performing Shopify apps like Gorgias. His on-the-ground experience gave him a front-row seat to what really drives retention, profit, and valuation. Now, through Because Ventures, Jeremy applies that knowledge to acquire and operate ecommerce businesses with sustainable margins and focused stacks.Whether debunking the myth that “every brand needs subscriptions,” tracking the 84% adoption rate of email/SMS across $1M+ stores, or predicting which app categories will consolidate over the next five years, Jeremy brings a deep analytical lens to ecommerce strategy. He shares insights from crawling 103,000 Shopify stores, explains why most loyalty programs fail, and urges founders to simplify their tech stack before adding complexity. His story is a masterclass in using real data, not hype to guide business decisions.In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:40] Intro[00:55] Scaling DTC brands to eight figures[02:03] Expanding beyond Shopify Plus assumptions[04:18] Filtering out inactive and duplicate stores[05:05] Highlighting the top 10 most used apps[09:08] Focusing on what actually drives growth[10:56] Comparing native vs third-party app adoption[12:23] Spotting analytics as a breakout category[14:11] Explaining why real CRO starts at $5M+[16:49] Spotting support as an underused category[18:29] Unpacking the subscription model myth[22:47] Auditing app stacks to save thousandsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeEcommerce Social Impact Fund because.ventures/index.htmlInsider analysis of the largest Ecommerce brands' financials letsbuyabiz.xyz/Follow Jeremy Horowitz linkedin.com/in/jeremyhorowitz1If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

What exactly does the Pennsylvania Auditor General do—and why should you care? Deputy Chief of Staff Hayden Rigo joins the Back in Session podcast to demystify the work of this essential state office. Learn how audits protect taxpayer dollars, how Rigo's lobbying past informs his present role, and what priorities shape the office's future under Tim DeFoor. A must-listen for anyone curious about government transparency and good governance in Pennsylvania.Learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General:https://www.paauditor.gov/

What happens when 19 states simultaneously abandon the 150-hour CPA requirement while tariffs create unprecedented uncertainty for CFOs? Blake and CFO.com reporter Adam Zaki explore the rapid transformation of CPA licensure—from New York's recent changes to the coordinated state-by-state rollout that followed Barry Melancon's AICPA retirement. You'll discover how political and economic volatility is driving demand for accounting services, why the PCAOB may disappear in the Senate's tax bill, and how AI is reshaping audit teams while raising questions about the future value of CPAs. Plus, insights on navigating everything from reciprocal tariffs to the SEC's new chief accountant.Sponsors Cloud Accountant Staffing - http://accountingpodcast.promo/cas Human at Scale - http://accountingpodcast.promo/humanChapters(01:38) - Tariffs and Their Impact on CFOs (03:19) - Supreme Court and Tariff Legalities (05:47) - Economic Impact of Tariffs and Inflation (08:09) - Geopolitical Conflicts and Economic Uncertainty (11:17) - Federal Reserve and Economic Policies (18:51) - CPA Pipeline and 150 Hour Rule Changes (33:08) - Chief Accountant at the SEC (40:11) - Smart Moves by Congress: Nonprofit Pay Scales (40:44) - The Impact of Budget Cuts on PCAOB (41:34) - Challenges in Government Oversight (42:02) - Senate's Big Bill: Key Changes and Controversies (46:25) - Tax Implications and Political Dynamics (52:42) - Business Deductions and Higher Education (55:40) - AI in Accounting: Transforming the Big Four (57:37) - The Future of Accounting Education (01:02:10) - AI's Role in Auditing and the Future Workforce (01:05:19) - The Impact of Automation on Jobs and Society (01:15:48) - Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook  Show NotesSupreme Court Challenge to Trump Tariffs by Toy Companies https://www.reuters.com/legal/supreme-court-trump-tariffs-toy-companies-challengeConsumer Price Index Impact of Current Tariffs https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htmNew York State CPA Licensure Reform Legislation https://www.nysscpa.org/news/publications/the-trusted-professional/article/new-york-cpa-licensure-reform-passes-legislaturePennsylvania CPA Pathway Bill Senate Approval https://www.picpa.org/articles/advocacy/cpa-pathway-legislation-senate-approvalMaine CPA Exam Requirements Change https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/accountants/cpa-exam-requirementsCFO.com State-by-State CPA Licensure Tracker https://www.cfo.com/news/cpa-licensure-changes-state-tracker-2025Kurt Hoel Appointed SEC Chief Accountant https://www.sec.gov/news/press-release/2025-89AICPA Barry Melancon Retirement Impact Analysis https://www.journalofaccountancy.com/news/2025/01/melancon-retirement-cpa-pipeline-changesSenate Modifications to Big Beautiful Bill https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1/actionsAvalara 2025 Accountants Confidence Report https://www.avalara.com/us/en/resources/reports/2025-accountants-confidence-reportPCAOB Elimination Implications Analysis https://www.pcaobus.org/oversight/inspections/implications-elimination-analysisKPMG Clara AI Audit Platform Interview https://www.cfo.com/news/kpmg-thomas-mackenzie-clara-ai-audit-interviewPwC USA Tax Leader Agentic AI Implementation https://www.cfo.com/news/pwc-tax-agentic-ai-implementation-2025Bill.com Small Business Paperless Survey 2030 https://www.bill.com/resources/small-business-paperless-2030-surveyUniversal Technical Institute CFO Interview https://www.cfo.com/news/uti-cfo-future-higher-education-interviewNeed CPE?Get CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark: https://earmarkcpe.comSubscribe to the Earmark Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comLearn more about Adam Zaki: Website: https://www.cfo.com/editors/azaki/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamzakinycGet in TouchThanks for listening and the great reviews! We appreciate you! Follow and tweet @BlakeTOliver and @DavidLeary. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. If you like what you hear, please do us a favor and write a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Call us and leave a voicemail; maybe we'll play it on the show. DIAL (202) 695-1040.SponsorshipsAre you interested in sponsoring The Accounting Podcast? For details, read the prospectus.Need Accounting Conference Info? Check out our new website - accountingconferences.comLimited edition shirts, stickers, and other necessitiesTeePublic Store: http://cloudacctpod.link/merchSubscribeApple Podcasts: http://cloudacctpod.link/ApplePodcastsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccountingPodcastSpotify: http://cloudacctpod.link/SpotifyPodchaser: http://clo...

Have you every wished for a fun excuse to surprise your customers, build some goodwill, and boost mid-season sales? Well, what if I told you that July 14th is National Give Something Away Day—and it might just be the perfect opportunity to try something new, spark some joy, and get people buzzing about your farm? In this episode, I show you how to use this quirky, under-the-radar holiday to your advantage—with a list of 8 creative giveaway ideas you can steal, tweak, or flat-out copy. Whether you want to build customer loyalty, generate excitement on social, or increase traffic to your online store, this episode gives you a playful framework to experiment with a feel-good promo that builds momentum right when your energy (and your customers') might be waning.

How can you sort through all your book marketing strategies to find what's working best for you AND your readers? My friend Shelley Hitz, author, co-host of the Kingdom Writers podcast, and co-founder of the Christian Book Academy, is sharing how you can audit your book marketing and make sure you're on track with what God wants you to do with the message He gave you.Christian Book Academy ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST

Wyatt is joined by Greg Genega, Digital Asset and Blockchain leader at KPMG, for a conversation on the state of crypto auditing. In this episode:  How KPMG works with crypto companies and protocols Relevant new innovations in the crypto space What to look out for as a new founder

SummaryIn this episode, the hosts discuss various pressing issues in healthcare, including the recent increase in CMS investigations into Medicare risk adjustment data, the challenges faced by providers in complying with insurance requests, and the implications of Medicaid eligibility changes. They also delve into the role of GLP-1 medications in weight loss and the importance of patient advocacy in navigating healthcare decisions. The conversation emphasizes the need for healthcare professionals to engage in meaningful dialogue with insurers and to advocate for their patients' needs.TakeawaysThe increase in CMS investigators for Medicare risk adjustment data is significant.Providers have the right to push back against unrealistic insurance requests.Medicaid is a state program designed for low-income individuals and specific groups.Work requirements for Medicaid eligibility are being proposed, affecting millions.GLP-1 medications are becoming popular for weight loss but come with high costs.Patients should advocate for themselves and ask questions about their treatment plans.Insurance companies often request excessive documentation, creating administrative burdens.The healthcare system is facing challenges with compliance and documentation accuracy.Understanding the implications of HCC coding is crucial for providers.The long-term effects of new medications are still largely unknown.

In this episode, Anna sits down with David Wong from zkSecurity to discuss the impact of AI on the field of zero-knowledge auditing. David shares how his team is integrating AI agents into their workflow, the opportunities and challenges this brings, and how the role of the human auditor is evolving as AI becomes more capable. They also cover the unique aspects of auditing ZK-based systems, how this is different from smart contract auditing, and the broader implications of AI for security in cryptography and blockchain. The conversation touches on the ethical considerations of AI in security, the future of the auditing profession, and the ways ZK and AI are increasingly intersecting. Related links: Episode 290: Exploring, Teaching and Auditing ZK with David Wong Episode 76: Sean Bowe on SNARKs, Trusted Setups & Elliptic Curve Cryptography Proof is in the Pudding Session 04: Lattice-Based SNARKs and Post-Quantum Cryptography Fiat-Crypto: Synthesizing Correct-by-Construction Code for Cryptographic Primitives Ethproofs Call #2 | real-time proving Folding Circom circuits: a ZKML case study - Dr. Cathie So Check out the latest jobs in ZK at the ZK Podcast Jobs Board.  **If you like what we do:** * Find all our links here! @ZeroKnowledge | Linktree * Subscribe to our podcast newsletter * Follow us on Twitter @zeroknowledgefm * Join us on Telegram * Catch us on YouTube **Support the show:** * Patreon * ETH - Donation address

What would happen if you merged a grocery store and a farmers market—and gave small farms a seven-day-a-week sales channel that actually pays them what they're worth? In today's episode, I interview Alex Blume, Marketing Manager for Argus Farm Stop, a mission-driven retail concept based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that's redefining how local food gets sold. Their innovative “farm stop” model helps small and mid-sized farms grow by giving them access to retail space 7 days a week—without the staffing or wholesale markups. Alex shares how the consignment model works, how they support over 250 producers, and the key marketing strategies they use to build customer loyalty, increase store visits, and grow the local food economy. We also dig into his best advice for small farmers looking to improve their marketing—without burning out. If you're a local food lover, a farm marketer, or someone looking for a replicable retail model that actually works, this episode will stretch your thinking in the best way. Podcast Guest: Alex Blume, Marketing Director for Argus Farm Stop Alex Blume is the Marketing Manager for Argus Farm Stop, a 7-day a week market stocked exclusively with products from local farmers and producers. Alex has been leading the marketing team at Argus Farm Stop going on two years now, and has been with Argus Farm Stop since 2022. Before that, Alex worked on the Whitney Farmstead, a regenerative ranching and maple sugaring farm in Ann Arbor. Alex comes originally from Dallas, Texas, where he worked in the local music industry as a promoter after received a double major in Music and Marketing at Southern Methodist University. In his work, Alex tries to increase the reach and accessibility of  local produce and products that strengthen the community around us to a wider and more diverse audience. Argus Farm Stop website: https://www.argusfarmstop.com Follow them on Instagram: @argusfarmstop Podcast Sponsors: Local Line: Local Line is my preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/localline Farm Marketing School: Marketing doesn't have to feel overwhelming! Farm Marketing School is my step-by-step system for building a profitable farm marketing plan. Inside, you'll get access to bite-sized marketing projects like: