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Authority isn't about being the loudest voice in the room. It's about clarity, authenticity, and connecting your inner purpose to your message every time you hit record. On this episode of the Influential Voices of Authority Podcast, Erik K. Johnson sits down with Leslie, founder of Authentic Voice Leadership. Together, they reveal how you can use the mechanics and mindset of your voice to build real authority, trust, and connection in your niche.   Important Links: Get Dr. Leslie Davis' free guide: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/leslie Get your podcast audit with Erik at https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:00 Discovering Passion for Authentic Voice Leadership 01:08 From Singer to Coach: Fusing Leadership, Education, Ministry 02:49 Launching a New Podcast with Strategic Planning 03:10 Lessons Learned from Hosting a Podcast for Moms 04:14 Navigating the Shift from Co-hosted to Solo Podcasting 05:09 Mindset and Authority: How Beliefs Shape Performance 06:06 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence 07:54 Five Steps to Showing Up as Your Best Self 09:40 Mastering Voice Mechanics for Deeper Connection 10:10 Speaking to an Audience of One 11:31 The Real Challenge: Clarifying Core Values 12:31 A Client's Transformation: From Introvert to Authority 14:45 The Secret Sauce: Getting Grounded in Your Identity 16:03 Maintaining Confidence through Life's Challenges 17:23 Podcasting as a Platform for Opportunity 18:00 Impact Story: Speaking to 3,000 Live, Changing Lives 19:09 The Moment Listeners Reached Out 20:11 When Story and Song Inspire Radical Hope 21:35 Authority Means Touching Lives 22:23 The Role of Ego in Leadership and Influence 23:51 From False Humility to Authentic Leadership 24:35 Resource: Three Step Guide to Building a Trusted Voice 26:27 Vocal Leadership: Aligning Internal and External Voice 27:47 Ballroom Dancing as the Metaphor for Leadership 28:19 The Importance of Tenacity in Your Authority Journey   Key Takeaways: - Voice as Authority, Not Performance Leslie unmasks the myth that authority relies on being extroverted or flashy. Authority grows when you're grounded in your core values, aligned with your authentic voice, and willing to show vulnerability. - The Five Foundations of Thought Leadership From clarifying priorities to skill-building and stepping out to lead, mastering these elements ensures your voice doesn't just fill space, it creates impact. Each element—from voice mechanics to mindset—builds the internal and external resonance that moves audiences. - Why Speaking to One Is More Powerful Than Speaking to Thousands Whether you're podcasting, leading a summit, or coaching, trust is built when you address the individual—making your authority personal, memorable, and actionable. - Ego, Humility, and the Dance of Influence True authority is not about false humility or arrogance. It's about a healthy self awareness; recognizing your story matters and sharing it serves others who need to hear it. - From Listeners to Life Change Stories of listeners who found hope, healing, and renewed confidence trace directly to the internal work Leslie models and teaches.   Episode Highlights:  - Practical Tools for Your Next Step Download Leslie's in-depth Three Step Guide to Developing a Voice that Builds Trust and Radiates Authority. Discover how the voice's physical "house," emotional heartset, and "dance" of leadership work together for maximum impact. https://podcasttalentcoach.com/leslie   Connect with Dr. Leslie Baylis Davis:   Website: https://www.mindshiftll.com instagram.com/@lesliebaylis facebook.com/@drlesliebaylis https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliebaylisdavis/   Next Week: We will talk with social media marketing expert Louise McDonnell. She will give you two places you're making the biggest mistakes when it comes to your social media marketing. She will also show you how to leverage your social media presence to grow your impact and authority.   Podcast Authority Audit You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals.   Get your podcast audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching. On the next episode, we'll talk with ... Until then, step into your authority. We'll see you next time.

Most contractors stay stuck swinging a hammer for 90 hours a week because they never make the jump from operator to owner. Trant, a third-generation carpenter based in Nottingham, New Hampshire, almost did. Then his wife told him they were having a kid, and everything changed.In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, host Adam McChesney sits down with Trant to break down exactly how he went from solo contractor to building a custom deck and outdoor living company on track to hit $20M in annual revenue, and why niching down to decks (instead of being a master of all trades) was the single biggest unlock.What we cover:– Why niching down to decks streamlined his estimating, SOPs, and office operations– The mindset shift from contractor to business owner — and the audiobooks and mentors that drove it– How becoming a dad forced him to build a company that could run without him on every job site– The marketing stack that built the brand: vehicle wraps, Google Ads, Google Business Profile, and targeted neighborhood mailers– Why hiring a virtual assistant was one of the highest-ROI moves he made– His 5-year plan: $20M in revenue and a dedicated outdoor living design center– How to delegate the tasks outside your expertise so you can focus on growth

Quitting a stable paycheck to build something of your own is the hardest decision most future business owners ever make. In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, host Adam McChesney sits down with Michael Schieffer, a former commercial loan officer who spent 10 years inside the banking world before walking away in April 2023 to build three businesses of his own.Today Michael runs a real estate flipping operation (16+ flips and counting), an Exit Factor franchise that helps business owners increase valuation and step out of the operator seat, and a Two Maids cleaning franchise in St. Charles that he runs as an owner, not an operator. That distinction is the entire point of this conversation.What we cover:– Why "golden handcuffs" keep so many high earners stuck in jobs they've outgrown– What 10 years of writing commercial loans taught Michael about why businesses fail– The owner vs. operator framework — and how to structure a business so it doesn't depend on you– How Michael completed 16+ real estate flips while still holding down a W2– Why "time freedom" became the real driver behind leaving banking– The 80/20 content rule for building authority without becoming a full-time creator– How to position your business for a higher exit valuation 5+ years before you sellIf you've been sitting at a desk wondering if it's time to make the jump, or you're already running a business and trying to step out of the day-to-day, this episode lays out the mindset and the mechanics.

Authority and influence are built through connection and intentionality. Too often, experts get trapped on a pedestal, separated from the very audience they want to impact. In this energizing episode of the Influential Voices of Authority Podcast, Erik K. Johnson welcomes award-winning podcaster and coach Jenn Trepeck, host of A Salad with a Side of Fries. Jenn unpacks how her podcast has become a powerful engine of trust, visibility, and real-world opportunities, rather than just more online noise.   Important Links: Take advantage of Jenn Trepeck's exclusive offer: Book a complimentary 30-minute discovery call (business or wellness) at https://calendly.com/jenntrepeck/discovery-call-1-1-30min Book: Uncomplicating Wellness: Ditch the Rules. Quiet the Noise. Reclaim Your Life. https://amzn.to/4bj8w8d Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/ Get your Podcast Authority Audit with Erik: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching/ Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:00 Podcasting That Builds Real-World Influence 01:21 "Death of Expertise" and Trust in Authority 02:16 Evolution of Authority in Coaching 04:03 Launching with Authenticity 06:42 Unexpected Success and Audience Growth 08:33 Guesting Strategy for Podcast Growth 11:02 High-Impact Podcast Pitches 12:04 Choosing Shows and Audience Alignment 15:10 Landing Speaking Gigs with Podcast Authority 17:41 Leveraging Events and List Building with Text Opt-Ins 20:00 Challenges Breaking Through the Noise 24:16 The Book-Podcast Authority Flywheel 26:03 Strategic Use of Video and Membership 28:11 The Principle of Integrity in Authority 30:56 Content as a Long-Term Differentiator 33:30 Making Your Platform Shareable for Referrals 34:46 Exclusive Discovery Call Offer for Listeners 35:33 Future Plans for Mainstream Media Expansion   Key Takeaways: - Authority Through Authenticity Jenn challenges the outdated notion of expertise by showcasing vulnerability. Her podcast enables her not only to offer expertise but to build deep trust. People respond not to perfection, but to shared humanity. - Leveraging Guesting to Grow Audience A consistent and intentional guesting strategy—pitching two to ten shows every week, year after year—has exploded Jenn's exposure far beyond what she could reach on her own show alone. - The Expert Podcast Pitch Most pitches fail because they are impersonal and generic. Jenn's secret is demonstrating knowledge of the show's audience, crafting episode ideas tailored for each host, and framing her expertise through their lens. - From Podcast to Speaking Stages Podcasting opened doors Jenn never expected, including keynotes at financial industry conferences. By creating content for people, not just topics, Jenn's show attracts diverse opportunities. - Building Authority in a Crowded Space Even in a noisy niche, Jenn's book and her podcast work together to create multiple entry points. Not everyone reads. Not everyone listens. Give your authority more ways to reach your audience. - Integrity Is Your Edge Strategically choose every guest, every partnership, and every piece of advice. Audiences follow leaders who practice what they preach and only platform ideas that serve their mission.   Episode Highlights: - Jenn's career shift from 12 years of referral-based coaching to becoming a visible leader - Why cross-niche guesting is the undervalued secret to audience growth - Practical frameworks for turning listeners into email subscribers and clients - A real-world system for consistent, strategic podcast pitching - Creating a book to serve your podcast community and attract new audiences   Connect with Jenn Trepeck: Take advantage of Jenn Trepeck's exclusive offer: Book a complimentary 30-minute discovery call (business or wellness) at https://calendly.com/jenntrepeck/discovery-call-1-1-30min Book: Uncomplicating Wellness: Ditch the Rules. Quiet the Noise. Reclaim Your Life. https://amzn.to/4bj8w8d Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/ https://www.instagram.com/saladwithasideoffriespod/ https://www.instagram.com/jenntrepeck/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/Saladwithasideoffriespodcast https://www.facebook.com/JenniferTrepeck https://m.facebook.com/groups/425796548337541/ https://x.com/jenntrepeck?s=20 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifertrepeck/ www.youtube.com/@jenntrepeck https://www.tiktok.com/@jenntrepeck https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/   NEXT WEEK: Next Week we are joined by the Branding Evangelist Gerry Foster. He will show you the difference between being respected and being strongly positioned and sought after and what to do about it.   Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? You're putting out content every week… but your podcast still isn't generating the authority, leads, or clients you want. It's probably not a content problem. It's a connection problem. And that's exactly what we uncover inside the Podcast Authority Audit. I'll break down your show… your messaging… your positioning… and show you exactly where your authority is leaking and how to fix it. So your podcast stops sounding like everyone else… And starts becoming the reason people choose you. Apply now at https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching/. And let's turn your podcast into your most powerful authority-building asset.

Authority requires more than expertise. It demands intentional delegation and the courage to stop doing everything yourself. This episode of the Influential Voices of Authority Podcast features host Erik K. Johnson and guest Louis Swart, a serial entrepreneur who has mastered the art of leveraging teams and systems to scale businesses and build undeniable authority in any niche.   Important Links: Louis' free guide: 150 Things You Can Delegate Today: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/delegate Explore Louis' services and agency: ironbrij.com.au Connect with Louis Swart: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louistswart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachlouistswart LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachlouisswart/ Book your Podcast Authority Audit with Erik: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching   Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:09 "How to Get Noticed and Build Authority" 01:10 "Grow Your Authority with Podcast Appearances" 02:45 "Overcoming the Little Voice and Imposter Syndrome" 03:16 "Start Small and Grow Your Confidence" 04:36 "From Mouse Business to Plumbing Empire" 07:09 "The Harsh Reality of Doing Everything Yourself" 08:54 "Scaling Up to a Multi-Million Dollar Exit" 12:52 "Coaches' Biggest Challenge: Doing It All Alone" 13:27 "The 2,000 Hour Rule: Valuing Your Time" 15:41 "Delegating for Exponential Growth" 17:49 "The Gut Punch of Business Reality" 21:04 "Testing Offers and Letting the Market Decide" 22:09 "How Solopreneurs Can Start Delegating" 24:00 "Agency vs. DIY: Pitfalls in Hiring Help" 27:30 "3 Essential Delegation Strategies for Success" 31:28 "Success Story: Freeing Up Headspace for Growth" 34:54 "Why Visibility Is Non-Negotiable" 36:09 "Strangers Who Feel Like Friends: The Authority Effect" 37:30 "150 Things You Can Delegate—Free Resource" 38:44 "If I Started Over: Lessons in Testing and Sales" 40:08 "Why Selling Is Service" 41:35 "Access to Instant Team Resources" 42:37 "How to Connect with Lou and Take Action" 51:21 "Supporting Healthcare Authorities: Erik's Mission"   Key Takeaways: - Why Authority Requires Delegation Louis and Erik unwrap the damaging myth that solopreneurs should do it all themselves. True authority comes when you focus on what only you can do and delegate the rest.   - From Struggling Owner to Systemized Success Louis shares how failing to delegate destroyed the value of his first business, while embracing systems and teams produced a multi-million dollar exit the second time around.   - 3 Simple Delegation Habits Louis' practical strategies to vet, communicate with, and empower virtual assistants.   - The Competitive Edge: Podcast Interviews Visibility through interviews not only builds instant credibility but provides endless social content to multiply your reach, and curb imposter syndrome.   - Let the Market Decide: Test and Iterate Stop guessing. Launch, test, and double down on what your clients will actually pay for.   - Free Your Headspace Clients who delegate find more clarity, creativity, and revenue. Louis' framework shows how to systemize your business and finally become the public face of your brand.   Episode Highlights: The emotional impact of learning your business is worthless if you don't delegate Why working only in your business means nobody wants to buy it How to ensure virtual assistants deliver results without overwhelm or culture clash The power of social proof: leveraging podcast appearances and "starstruck" moments Setting a true hourly value for your leadership, and avoiding $10 tasks Why testing different markets beats gut feelings or friends' opinions   Resources: Get Louis' free guide: 150 Things You Can Delegate Today: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/delegate Explore Louis' services and agency: ironbrij.com.au Connect with Louis Swart: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louistswart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachlouistswart LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachlouisswart/   Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? Book your Podcast Authority Audit with Erik: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching   Next Week: Next week Erik sits down with Dr. Paul Etchison, a dentist who turned his podcast into the engine behind a million-dollar coaching business. You'll discover how he transforms cold leads into a steady stream of high-value, ready-to-buy clients.   PODCAST AUTHORITY AUDIT You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals. Get your Podcast Authority Audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching.

In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, I sat down with our COO, Alejandra Donaire, to talk about what actually goes into building and scaling a digital marketing agency behind the scenes.We recorded this from Nicaragua, and this conversation is a real look at what most people don't see, the systems, the pressure, the leadership, and the day-to-day execution it takes to grow a business the right way.Alejandra shares her path from architecture to marketing, how she stepped into the COO role early on, and what it really means to take ideas and turn them into something that actually works inside a company.We also break down how we've implemented EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), the difference between a visionary and an integrator, and why operations are the backbone of any business that wants to scale.If you're an entrepreneur, agency owner, or contractor trying to grow, this will give you a much clearer picture of what it actually takes behind the scenes.

In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, I sit down with Clint Webb, owner of Web Decks and founder of the Deck Building 101 Facebook group, a community of more than 110,000 deck builders and contractors.Clint shares his story of getting laid off during the 2008 housing crisis, how that led him into deck building, and how a simple idea to create a better online community for builders turned into one of the largest groups in the industry.We talk about the evolution of the deck building and outdoor living industry, the role companies like Trex played in helping grow his business, and why contractors today need to think beyond just building, and start focusing on sales, marketing, and brand authority.If you're a deck builder, contractor, or home service business owner, this episode is full of real lessons on building a business, growing a community, and staying consistent in both craft and marketing.

In this solo episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, I share some real thoughts on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the journey of building a business.If you're a contractor or home service business owner working to grow your company: whether you're in roofing, HVAC, plumbing, remodeling, or another trade,  this is a conversation that will likely resonate with you. Building a business, leading a team, and continuing to push for growth comes with challenges that most people never see from the outside.This episode is an honest reflection on what it really takes to keep moving forward, keep improving, and keep building something meaningful, even when the pressure is high.If you're serious about growing your contracting business and becoming an authority in your market, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, I sit down with Jennifer Dempsey-Blakely to talk about building authority while running multiple businesses across hospitality, short-term rentals, and experiential brands.Jennifer is a lifelong entrepreneur and Hazelwood Central graduate who built her education through hands-on experience, conventions, and continuous learning. With 30 years in management and merchandising at Marshalls, a decade running a commercial cleaning company, and extensive experience in short-term rentals, she and her husband Shane combined their expertise to create The Landing Hub, a unique hospitality concept that blends the best of hotels, Airbnbs, and large group travel.Designed for independent travelers, families, and groups, The Landing Hub was built to be a clean, safe, and community-focused space where guests can connect, relax, and truly feel at home.What we cover in this episode:Running multiple businesses without chaosDividing responsibilities and staying in your laneBranding unique experiences people talk aboutWhy community beats traditional marketingBuilding businesses that do not fit into one boxKnowing when to jump on opportunities and when to waitDelegation, systems, and freeing up mental bandwidthLong-term authority versus short-term tacticsConnect with The Landing HubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelandinghub/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandinghubWebsite: https://landinghub.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelandinghub7605Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@landinghubConnect with Builders of AuthorityWebsite: https://buildauthority.comFREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermindGoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial w/TONS of Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, I sit down with Ashley Fitzgerald of Studio Epik to talk about building authority through branding, leadership, and systems.We break down why most business owners struggle with control, how processes actually create freedom, and why brand consistency matters more than chasing short term leads. Ashley shares lessons from scaling multiple brands, hiring the right team, and creating a client experience that drives referrals and long term growth.If you are an entrepreneur or contractor looking to build a business that lasts, this episode delivers practical insight you can apply immediately.Connect with Studio EpikWebsite: www.studioepik.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/epikdesignandbuildConnect with Builders of AuthorityWebsite: https://buildauthority.comFREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermindGoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial w/TONS of Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

In this episode, Ryan talks with Adam McChesney about his journey from medical device sales to building two seven-figure digital marketing businesses. Adam shares valuable insights about personal branding, the importance of creating authentic content, and specific digital marketing strategies for service-based businesses that want to grow. Key Takeaways Get clear on what YOU want in your business rather than building what others think you should Build personal brand authenticity by sharing your process and behind-the-scenes content instead of just finished results Focus your website content on specific location/industry combinations to boost your SEO performance instead of generic blog posts About Adam Chesney Adam McChesney is a serial entrepreneur based in St. Louis, MO. Originally a medical device sales rep, he transitioned into entrepreneurship full-time in the midst of the pandemic in July 2020.  Since going out on his own, Adam has leveraged his skillset of personal branding & digital marketing to grow multiple companies at this point.  He is the Founder of Builders of Authority, and Co-Owner at Auto Glass Repair of STL.  Formerly, Adam was the VP of Growth and Partner at Hite Digital, a digital marketing agency that Adam helped grow to a 2x INC 5000 award winner. Adam was named Hite Digital Franchise of the Year in both 2021 & 2022. After building a multiple 7-figure agency with personal branding, Adam decided to launch Builders of Authority, which offers group coaching & 1-1 consulting for entrepreneurs and businesses looking to take their personal branding to the next level.  After his exit from Hite Digital, Adam restarted a highly specialized digital marketing agency, helping contractors and home service companies with website design, SEO, Google PPC, and Facebook Ads. Builders of Authority LIVE are Adam's in person events where he brings in world-class speakers to teach and educate attendees on how to become THE authority in their industries.  He is the host of the Builders of Authority Podcast, and has been a guest on over 200 podcasts himself.  Adam is married to his wife Delaney, and they have 1 child, a boy named Murphy along with a dog, Georgie. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [04:45] Meet Adam McChesney [10:41] Getting Clear On Your Goals [14:25] Don't Miss Your Ideal Client [25:11] Sharing Behind The Scenes [27:43] Being Authentic [31:05] Tips For Your Website [40:02] Search Atlas [43:59] Connect with Adam [44:50] Outro Quotes "If you try to be everything to everyone with your personal brand and you try to be everything to everyone inside of your business, you're gonna be nothing to no one." - Adam McChesney "So many people struggle to go get more clients and they're like, I'm doing all this incredible work. And then I go look at their Facebook page... but nobody knows about it because you haven't really been posting about it." - Adam McChesney "What people really want to know is what is Ryan's process look like? Like all of the deliverables, anybody can create the video, make it look super shiny, but like who is Ryan and his company behind the scenes?" - Adam McChesney "So many creatives are so good at doing the thing for the other people, but they're not great at doing it for their own business. So it's like, I'm going to go build somebody else's house first before I go build my own. You got to build your house first and then go build everybody else's." - Adam McChesney Guest Links Find Adam McChesney online Follow Adam McChesney on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Connect with Adam McChesney on LinkedIn Join the Builders of Authority Facebook group Check out Search Atlas (SEO tool) Links Find out more about the Studio Sherpas Mastermind Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram Check out the full show notes

To celebrate Education Talk Radio's addition to the Be Podcast Network, we're sharing some episodes focused on access and opportunity from our other shows. Today's episode, from The Authority, is one of our popular conversations from the past year, between Katie Novak and host Ross Romano.  Dr. Katie Novak is an internationally-renowned education consultant, a graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, and the best-selling author of 14 books on inclusive practices, with over 250K books sold worldwide. This episode features a discussion about her book, UDL Now! (Third Edition): A Teacher's Guide to Applying Universal Design for Learning in Today's Classrooms.You'll hear about:“If UDL is the answer, what is the question?”Who should be doing UDL?UDL is best practice: “Teachers are working too hard to not have a greater impact on learners.”Understanding the similarities and differences between UDL and differentiated instruction (DI) — and why teachers should be doing bothCollective efficacy. “We can't prevent all the challenges students will face, but we can help to alleviate them by designing a learning environment that leaves no room for failure.”The three core beliefs of UDL: variability, firm goals, and expert learningWhat is the right amount of student voice and choice?Find UDL Now! from CAST Publishing, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and on Katie's website: https://www.novakeducation.com/udl-now About the guestKatie Novak, Ed.D. is an internationally renowned education consultant, a graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, and the best-selling author of 14 books on inclusive practices, with over 250K books sold worldwide. Katie designs and presents workshops both nationally and internationally focusing on the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), inclusive practices, and universally designed leadership. Connect on Twitter @KatieNovakUDL and LinkedIn. About the hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn or Bluesky. I also host Sideline Sessions, a podcast for coaches and parents of student-athletes. The show features conversations with coaches and performance experts in the NFL, NBA, NCAA, Olympics, and more. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt  We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

To celebrate Education Talk Radio's addition to the Be Podcast Network, we're sharing some episodes focused on equity and access from our other shows. Today's episode, from The Authority, is a can't-miss conversation between Principal Baruti Kafele and host Ross Romano.   They discuss:The Equity & Social Justice Education 50Equity vs. Equality — the strategy vs. the goal and why it mattersDoes my presence positively alter the trajectory of my students?How do I ensure that no student is invisible in my classroom?Becoming credible to your students“I want my readers to be comfortable with being uncomfortable and uncomfortable with being comfortable.”The Big 3: Individuality, Identity, and Voice. Why these are non-negotiables in every classroom.Social justice education — What is it and how do we make it practical?Principal Kafele's recommendations: Before the Mayflower — Lerone Bennett, Jr. From Slavery to Freedom — John Hope Franklin and Evelyn Brooks HigginbothamThe Mis-Education of the Negro — Carter G. Woodson Introduction to African Civilizations — John G. JacksonThe Equity & Social Justice Education 50 is available at ascd.org and Amazon. Find it here: https://bit.ly/3YwY2Z5 Subscribe to The Authority to get more deep-dive interviews with education authors. It's available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Podcast Network for educators. About our guestOne of the most sought-after school leadership and classroom equity presenters in America, Principal Kafele is impacting America's schools! He has delivered over 2500 conference and program keynotes, professional development workshops, parenting seminars and student assemblies over his 35 years of public speaking. An expert in the area of “attitude transformation,” Principal Kafele is the leading authority on providing effective classroom and school leadership strategies toward closing what he coined, the "Attitude Gap.” He has authored twelve books, including seven ASCD best-sellers. Follow Principal Kafele online: https://principalkafele.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/principalkafele Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/principalkafele/ Virtual AP Leadership Academy on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/VirtualAPLeadershipAcademyWithPrincipalKafele Virtual AP Leadership Academy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/virtualapleadershipacademy About the hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. He is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Bluesky and LinkedIn We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

To celebrate Education Talk Radio's addition to the Be Podcast Network, we're sharing some episodes focused on equity and access from across the network. In this episode from The Authority Podcast, host Ross Romano speaks with UnboundEd CEO Lacey Robinson about her book Justice Seekers: Pursuing Equity in the Details of Teaching and Learning.The conversation includes:GLEAM — Grade-Level, Engaging, Affirming, Meaningful instructionThe relationship between justice and equityJustice is found in the details of teaching and learningWhat's hard about being a truth-teller?What can a teacher do in an environment that discourages or prohibits explicit discussion of race?How does administration create a supportive environment for this approach?Learn more about Justice Seekers at www.unbounded.org or find it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, bookshop.org or wherever you get your books.About today's guestLacey Robinson is the president and CEO of UnboundEd, and the chair of the Board of CORE Learning. As CEO, Robinson sets the organization's vision for transforming instruction for students at the margins. She is a former teacher, principal, and professional development specialist who has focused on literacy, equity, and school leadership for more than 25 years. Her life's work aims to enable educators to disrupt systemic inequities in their school districts and classrooms. She led the merger of UnboundEd, Pivot Learning, and CORE Learning under the UnboundEd banner — creating the nation's largest K–12 educator development organization focused on improving teaching and learning for underserved students.Robinson is a leading national voice on disrupting the predictability of students' educational outcomes, and was named to 2023's Forbes 50 Over 50 list in recognition of her innovative leadership. She frequently serves as a keynote speaker and is featured on Emily Hanford's 2022 “Sold a Story” podcast.About the hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. He is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Bluesky and LinkedIn We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes, we feature Andy Lopata's guest interview on the Authority Podcast with Ross Romano. Andy is a specialist speaker on professional relationships and co-author with Dr Ruth Gotian, of the Financial Times Guide to Mentoring. Mentoring in its various forms and benefits for both mentors and mentees is discussed. Andy explains that mentoring isn't just a hierarchical senior-junior relationship; it can be reverse mentoring (junior mentoring senior), peer-to-peer and formal/informal approaches. He emphasises the importance of having a "mentoring team," drawing support from various individuals. Andy and Ross agree that the qualifications for being a mentor are experience and expertise rather than formal qualifications. Andy explains the distinctions between mentoring, coaching, role models, and sponsors. The podcast also discusses what mentors should expect from mentees (commitment, accountability, openness to challenge) and vice versa. Andy also advocates for an abundance mentality in mentoring, both at an individual and organisational level, arguing that investment in mentorship yields significant returns in terms of staff retention, upskilling, and creating a positive work environment. Key Takeaways: Diverse Mentoring Models: Andy shared that mentoring extends beyond the traditional hierarchical model to include reverse mentoring, peer-to-peer mentoring, and informal mentoring teams, catering to diverse needs and situations. Clarity of Objectives: He emphasised the crucial role of clearly defined goals and objectives for both mentor and mentee to ensure the relationship's effectiveness and to prevent it from stalling. Honest and Supportive Guidance: The balance between honest feedback and supportive encouragement is critical. Mentors should challenge mentees while providing the support needed to succeed. Accountability and Commitment: A successful mentoring relationship requires both parties' commitment and willingness to be held accountable for agreed-upon actions and goals. Organisational Mentorship Programmes: To be successful these programmes require strategic planning, senior management buy-in, and peer-level support to ensure effectiveness and prevent resentment within teams.   SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Connect with Andy Lopata: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn | X/Twitter | YouTube Connect with Ross Romano: Website |LinkedIn |X/Twitter The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring

Many of my colleagues working in the public sector are skeptical of companies selling products to school districts. I've felt some of this skepticism myself as I've seen certain approaches gain traction because they're well-marketed (yet not evidence-based). So it's understandable to me that people would question the motives of companies selling products; especially in the for-profit space.The elephant in the room, of course, is that Dr. Karen, LLC is a for-profit EdTech company. I've also spent a fair amount of time interacting with people who either work for larger EdTech or curriculum companies, or who have started one themselves.Most of them are therapists, administrators, or teachers who felt inspired to create something who are trying to make a living doing something that matters. This would describe many of the hosts on the Be Podcast Network, which is why I wanted to invite one of the network co-founders, Ross Romano, to De Facto Leaders to talk about his experiences coaching EdTech and education-related start-up founders. Ross Romano has worked with over 100 companies and nonprofit organizations in the education space and collaborated with countless schools, districts, and educators. Ross is founder and CEO of September Strategies, an award-winning consulting firm helping leaders and organizations connect vision to decision through coaching, strategic advisement, and marketing consulting. Ross is also co-founder of the BE Podcast Network, a media company producing 40+ series reaching more than 50,000 educators and parents every month. He is also Strategic Advisor for the American Consortium for Equity in Education and the Founding Program Chair of the Consortium's Excellence in Equity Awards.Prior to starting September Strategies, Ross was Managing Director of MindRocket Media Group, a K-12 marketing firm. Previously, he was head of communications for ASCD, working closely with the organization's authors, product developers, administrator members, constituent leaders, and advocacy teams on a diverse array of initiatives. Ross has created and/or hosted dozens of podcast series, written a number of white papers and ebooks, is a contributing editor to Educate AI Magazine, and has been a contributor to Entrepreneur, The Learning Counsel, edCircuit, Access & Equity PreK-12, and more.Ross serves on the advisory boards for Shenandoah University's Transformative Leadership program and Morning Brew Learning. In 2023, he was listed as a Top 10 leadership coach of the year and was profiled by CIO Views as one of the visionary leaders transforming education.In this conversation, we discuss:✅Business advice that creates ethical dilemmas for companies selling products to school districts.✅Can companies stand for equity without sacrificing product quality and customer service? ✅Who is the true end-user when products are sold to schools?✅When a product isn't resulting in increased student outcomes, is it really just about the quality of the product? ✅Who is making purchasing decisions for schools, and what matters to them? Learn more about the BE Podcast Network here: https://bepodcast.network/Listen to Ross on The Sideline Sessions Podcast here: https://ss.bepodcast.network/people/ross-romanoListen to Ross on The Authority Podcast here: https://authoritypodcast.net/Learn more about Ross's coaching and media services for education-related companies here: https://www.septemberstrat.com/In this episode, I mention the School of Clinical Leadership, my program that helps related service providers develop a strategic plan for putting executive functioning support in place in collaboration with their school teams. You can learn more about that program here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/clinicalleadership We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

One of the biggest challenges agency owners and their teams face when it comes to business development is how to open doors efficiently, build meaningful relationships, and fill your sales pipeline without getting bogged down by a slow, one-by-one approach. Dan recently had the opportunity to guest on the Sell with Authority podcast hosted by Stephen Woessner to talk about Sales Schema's strategies to find commonalities between you and your potential clients, our approach to effective testing with smaller B2B sample sizes, and more. We're happy to present that episode for you today. This week, episode 236 of The Digital Agency Growth Podcast is about how to balance personalization and scale.Watch our latest video training, How to Take Charge of Your Agency's Future Revenue. During this training, you'll learn how we get qualified appointments every week using tasteful and highly targeted email outreach.In this episode of The Digital Agency Growth Podcast, Dan Englander and Stephen Woessner share the importance of building trust with potential clients through relationship-building and actionable steps you can take right now to identify commonalities you share with your potential clients. Stephen Woessner is the CEO and President of Predictive ROI, a company that offers community, coaching, and turnkey services to help you lead and grow your business strategically. Stephen is also the co-author of Sell With Authority: Own and Monetize Your Agency's Authority Position. For over 25 years, Stephen has been in the trenches of agency new business strategy working alongside agencies and consultants — teaching them how to build their authority within the markets they serve, grow their audience, and fill their sales pipeline with a steady stream of right-fit clients so they can win new business. In this episode, Dan and Stephen discuss the following:How outbound marketing can fine-tune your overall marketing efforts.Why agency owners should offload tasks to build an effective outreach system.The ideal team setup for outbound marketing.The role of testing in outbound marketing and the importance of running campaigns over a period of time.Don't forget to get your hand on a copy of Stephen's book, Sell With Authority: Own and Monetize Your Agency's Authority Position today!Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about The Digitial Agency Growth Podcast at https://www.salesschema.com/podcast/ and our Video training at http://salesschema.com/takecharge CONNECT WITH STEPHEN WOESSNER:LinkedInFacebookPredictive ROISell with Authority podcastCONNECT WITH DAN ENGLANDER:LinkedInSales Schema

This week on the show we welcome Adam McChesney, a St. Louis-based entrepreneur, who transitioned from medical sales to entrepreneurship in July 2020. He founded Builders of Authority and co-owns Auto Glass Repair of STL. Formerly VP of Growth at Hite Digital, Adam now offers personal branding coaching and hosts the Builders of Authority Podcast. He lives with his wife Delaney, their son Murphy, and their dog Georgie.

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA 5 - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Casdagli Brothers of the Sabre in Brave Piramide with ten years old Henry McKenna Kentucky Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys review the long history of and French influence on this cigar, they discuss bourbon that's bottled-in-bond and they respond to clips from another podcast putting “lounge lizards” and other cigar smokers on blast.Plus: Poobah vs. Napoleon & The Real Cigar AuthorityJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspod

Today we are joined by someone who is a Fractional CMO, Speaker, and Lead Generation/Launch Specialist & Summit Producer. I first met her through a mutual connection a few months ago. We hopped on a zoom call and learned more about what we do, and then I was recently a guest on her podcast. I'm excited to have Jennie Wright on the podcast today. Our Title Sponsor for the Builders of Authority Podcast is GoHighLevel (aka GHL). GHL is the first-ever all-in-one platform that will give you the tools, support, and resources you need to succeed and crush your marketing goals. Personally I have used this software since 2020, and it's been a game changer for my business, and our clients. If you are looking to level up your CRM and marketing game, then this is the platform to use. You can find a link for an extended 30-day Free Trial in the show notes, so take advantage of the opportunity to adopt GHL's amazing software and grow your business.Jennie's Bio:Jennie Wright is an expert in email list growth and lead generation with over a decade of experience helping business owners achieve their marketing goals. She is the creator of The List Injection Method™, a system that uses inbound attraction and permission marketing to help clients and audiences generate leads.With a track record of building over 375+ list builds, Jennie has a deep understanding of the essential steps to creating events that not only attract ready buyers, but also build trust and engagement with audiences.Jennie's mission is to empower business owners with intelligent and authentic marketing, lead generation, and business growth strategies that drive bottom-line results. She is a sought-after speaker, consultant and fractional CMO who inspires audiences and clients with her expertise, passion, and practical advice.Connect with Jennie:Website: www.jenniewright.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennielwright/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniewrightjlw/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniewrightjlw/ Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial w/TONS of Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

Micah Miner is the District Instructional Technology & Social Studies Coordinator at Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 in Illinois.  He was an Excellence in Equity Award winner and is author of the new book AI Goes to School, available from Times 10 Publications. This episode is a simulcast with The Authority Podcast, a weekly show with insights from the top authors in education, leadership, and personal development. Listen here: https://authoritypodcast.net  We discuss: AI's impact on instructionWhat should stay the same and what should change instructionally as AI tools become integrated into K-12 education?Reasonable concerns about access and useHow technoskepticism and digital citizenship can be helpful to equipping teachers, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders to deal with AIIdentifying goals so we appropriately embrace AI and then choose the right tools.How AI tools can be connected to pedagogies and learning philosophies such as constructivism About the host: Ross Romano is strategic advisor to the American Consortium for Equity in Education and the founding program chair of the Excellence in Equity Awards. He is also founder and CEO of award-winning education consulting and performance coaching firm September Strategies and co-founder of the BE Podcast Network. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano or LinkedIn

Micah Miner is the District Instructional Technology & Social Studies Coordinator at Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 in Illinois.  He was an Excellence in Equity Award winner and is author of the new book AI Goes to School, available from Times 10 Publications. This episode is a simulcast with The Authority Podcast, a weekly show with insights from the top authors in education, leadership, and personal development. Listen here: https://authoritypodcast.net  We discuss: AI's impact on instructionWhat should stay the same and what should change instructionally as AI tools become integrated into K-12 education?Reasonable concerns about access and useHow technoskepticism and digital citizenship can be helpful to equipping teachers, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders to deal with AIIdentifying goals so we appropriately embrace AI and then choose the right tools.How AI tools can be connected to pedagogies and learning philosophies such as constructivism About the host: Ross Romano is strategic advisor to the American Consortium for Equity in Education and the founding program chair of the Excellence in Equity Awards. He is also founder and CEO of award-winning education consulting and performance coaching firm September Strategies and co-founder of the BE Podcast Network. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano or LinkedIn

I always enjoy interviewing people that I've known for a long time. I think it makes the episode that much better because we both know each other, what we have gone through, and how the different seasons of life and business have made us who we are.That's what you're going to get with today's episode.Today's guest and I were franchisees of a company in a previous life, have been in the digital marketing game, and have both gone onto doing other things in recent months. My guest is Justin Charpentier. He is the owner of CharDev Media. They help industry leaders go from best-kept secret, to a highly-visible credible authority. Our Title Sponsor for the Builders of Authority Podcast is GoHighLevel (aka GHL). GHL is the first-ever all-in-one platform that will give you the tools, support, and resources you need to succeed and crush your marketing goals. Personally I have used this software since 2020, and it's been a game changer for my business, and our clients. If you are looking to level up your CRM and marketing game, then this is the platform to use. You can find a link for an extended 30-day Free Trial in the show notes, so take advantage of the opportunity to adopt GHL's amazing software and grow your business.Connect with Justin:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/J.Charpy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charpy_tactical/ Website: https://chardev.com/ Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial w/TONS of Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

This is going to be a special episode. A few months ago, I had the opportunity to interview my dad in person on the podcast, and it was one of the best and most downloaded episodes we have had. Today I get the opportunity to interview my youngest brother, Andrew. He just moved back to St. Louis and has started working for me with Builders of Authority to help grow the company and take it to the next level. Our Title Sponsor for the Builders of Authority Podcast is GoHighLevel (aka GHL). GHL is the first-ever all-in-one platform that will give you the tools, support, and resources you need to succeed and crush your marketing goals. Personally I have used this software since 2020, and it's been a game changer for my business, and our clients. If you are looking to level up your CRM and marketing game, then this is the platform to use. You can find a link for an extended 30-day Free Trial (LOADED w/Personal Branding Bonuses) in the show notes, so take advantage of the opportunity to adopt GHL's amazing software and grow your business.Connect with Andrew:FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551712243901 LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-mcchesney-381884311/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrewsmcchesney TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewsmcchesney Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial LOADED w/Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

Today's guest and I are talking live for the first time. We have been connected online for a bit, and he was looking to get on some more podcasts. Our mutual friend, Mike Kitko, recommended we get something scheduled, and I'm really excited for this. I had been following this guest for awhile just absorbing all the information and free value he puts out, and now even watching more since Mike connected us. There's very few people that are operating at a high level like this guy, and I can't wait for him to share his story today. Today's guest is Josh Wilson. Our Title Sponsor for the Builders of Authority Podcast is GoHighLevel (aka GHL). GHL is the first-ever all-in-one platform that will give you the tools, support, and resources you need to succeed and crush your marketing goals. Personally I have used this software since 2020, and it's been a game changer for my business, and our clients. If you are looking to level up your CRM and marketing game, then this is the platform to use. You can find a link for an extended 30-day Free Trial in the show notes, so take advantage of the opportunity to adopt GHL's amazing software and grow your business.Connect with Josh:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realjwilson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjoshwilson Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

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Today's guest and I got connected last year through a mastermind called Apex. We had a quick phone call one afternoon, and I was blown away at what he has built, and continues to build. I've been watching this guy and his company continue to grow and level up, and thought it would be the perfect time to have him on the podcast today. My guest today is Tony Flattum. The Managing Director @ Built Strong Exteriors. Our Title Sponsor for the Builders of Authority Podcast is GoHighLevel (aka GHL). GHL is the first-ever all-in-one platform that will give you the tools, support, and resources you need to succeed and crush your marketing goals. Personally I have used this software since 2020, and it's been a game changer for my business, and our clients. If you are looking to level up your CRM and marketing game, then this is the platform to use. You can find a link for an extended 30-day Free Trial in the show notes, so take advantage of the opportunity to adopt GHL's amazing software and grow your business.Tony's Bio:Started in the Roofing business 2002.Started my own company in 2006.Since then it has done nearly $450 million in revenue over the years.Started investing in real estate in 2004.  Invested in over 1270 units. Working on getting to that billion dollar mark in revenue.Connect with Tony:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.flattum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony_flattum/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-flattum-0b088b31/ Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

Today I'm joined by one of the brightest minds I've ever met in the marketing & advertising space. We have known each other for the last few years, and I've seen him to continue to grow his business by providing incredible solutions and results for his clients.I'm excited to learn more about him, and dive into his story even further. My guest today is Jeremy Thraikill. He is the Founder at Dumpster Rental Systems, which is the #1 solution the helps waste haulers automate their business under one roof. Our Title Sponsor for the Builders of Authority Podcast is GoHighLevel (aka GHL). GHL is the first-ever all-in-one platform that will give you the tools, support, and resources you need to succeed and crush your marketing goals. Personally I have used this software since 2020, and it's been a game changer for my business, and our clients. If you are looking to level up your CRM and marketing game, then this is the platform to use. You can find a link for an extended 30-day Free Trial in the show notes, so take advantage of the opportunity to adopt GHL's amazing software and grow your business.Jeremy's Bio:I have a proven track record of building and scaling SaaS companies. Additionally, I have provided consultation to over 50 SaaS founders, guiding them on strategies to revamp sales, marketing, and implement new expansion revenue models for faster scalability.During my tenure at Fullsteam, I spearheaded a 10x growth of the rentals portfolio. Simultaneously, I led the Fullsteam Accelerated Sales Team (FAST program) and the Fullsteam Accelerated Marketing Team (FAM).Throughout this period, I was promoted to Vertical President and achieved the distinction of being the first founder to attain a 10x growth following an acquisition. Furthermore, I have garnered recognition from my peers for possessing the strongest sales and marketing strategy within the FullSteam portfolio, which comprises 80 SaaS companies. Additionally, I successfully transformed a 13-year-old tech stack, originally not purpose-built, into an industry leader in a new vertical, starting from zero customers. I also established the first in-house digital marketing service to offer new attachment add-on services, achieving $3.5M in the first 24 months and maintaining a pace of $250k of new ARR every month.Prior to my involvement in FinTech, I successfully built, scaled and sold a seven-figure digital marketing agency in 8 months. Before embarking on my entrepreneurial journey, I honed my skills as a sales leader in multiple Austin startups, primarily in the Adtech space, where I gained extensive experience in cold calling and digital marketing.Connect with Jeremy:LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-thrailkill-14b93027/ FB- https://www.facebook.com/thrailkill.fam Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

Today is a first for the Builders of Authority Podcast. We are originally recording this episode as a "live" recording on social media via Streamyard, and then will produce the podcast version of it as well at a later date. I'm joined by someone that I've been connected to for awhile, but just recently had a chance to meet over Zoom a few months ago. Last week I was on his podcast. I'll be speaking at his events in both Nashville & Orlando this year. Nashville is coming up in June, and Orlando is in November. To promote the event, I wanted to have him and chat more about the event itself and hopefully have some of you come to it. We cater to the same crowd of people, and help them grow their businesses and become more well known. I'm excited to learn more about today's guest, his story, and his events coming up this year. My guest today is Terry Weaver. He is a Husband, Speaker, Author, Dreamer, Doer, Podcaster, Coach & Mentor. https://thethingnashville.com/#ticketsUse coupon code "authority" for a discount! Terry's Bio:I'm Terry Weaver — business coach and idea strategist who specializes in helping remarkable leaders navigate the galaxy of entrepreneurship. My biggest goal is to help YOU discover what you really want and help discover the map to head in the direction and arrive at the destination. You desire. It's the age old Spice Girls question I ask all my clients:“Tell me what you want, what you really really want.”Almost immediately after high school I became a full time speaker speaking to students in middle school, high school, and colleges. During that time I accidentally found myself in the music business helping artists navigate moving their dreams from their garage to selling out shows and topping the charts. Standing on stage in a packed arena things began to shift for me. Connect with Terry:Personal Website: https://terryweaver.com/ The Thing Events: https://thething.live/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terryweaver Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrytheweaver/ 

Today, you are going to hear my conversation on The Authority Podcast, where I was interviewed by host Ross Romano. You may remember Ross because he was a guest of mine on Episode 220. Navigating the complex terrain of mid-career development requires a balance of self-awareness and tactical communication—a theme we explore in depth. I delve into the power of career transformation and advocate for clear expectations and feedback that pave the way for powerful collaborations.  Ross Romano and I dissect the nuances of expanding your professional network through LinkedIn connections, and emphasizing the endless opportunities for growth no matter where you stand in your career journey.We discuss Brene Brown's quote, “Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just SHOW UP,” and why it means so much to us. We also discuss how you can SHOW UP at work more confidently and without fear, how to build your brand and leadership presence, and how to own where you are and create those new opportunities as you build Your Mid-Career GPS.Check out The Authority Podcast and connect with Ross Romano on LinkedIn. I'll include that information in the show notes.Click here to download your free Mid-Career Job Seekers Checklist and join my free email newsletter community. Connect with Ross RomanoLinkedIn | The Authority Podcast | Website Support the showThank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to join The Mid-Career GPS Newsletter, a free, twice-weekly career and leadership resource for mid-career professionals. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching. Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.

You've been thinking about starting a podcast (or are just not happy with how yours is converting into leads and revenue). Prolific podcaster, author and coach Alastair McDermott shares how he created and runs multiple ongoing and evergreen podcasts:Why you'll need to start before you're ready (and the advantages of failing faster).How you might use an evergreen limited run podcast to fill a hole in your existing content or warm up your prospects.Why the podcast you start may not be the one you end up with (hint: it's normal to shift as you gain experience with the medium and your message).Podcasting as a way to scale your business—what traction looks like and how long it takes to get it.LINKSAlastair McDermott LinkedIn | Amazon | Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeRochelle Moulton Email List | LinkedIn | Twitter | InstagramBIOAlastair McDermott helps independent experts & consultants to earn more by rapidly building authority and visibility so that you can command premium fees, work less hours, and never have to suffer a bad-fit client again!Alastair is an author, consultant & business coach. He hosts The Recognized Authority podcast, and has written a number of practical guides to building authority through content creation.His most recent book is “33 Ways Not to Screw Up Your Business Podcast“ and he is currently working on his next book: “Recognized: How to Win & Retain High-Ticket Clients by Becoming the Prominent Authority in Your Field“.BOOK A STRATEGY CALL WITH ROCHELLERESOURCES FOR SOLOISTS10 Ways To Grow Revenue As A Soloist (Without Working More Hours): most of us have been conditioned to work more when we want to grow revenue—but what if we just worked differently?The Soloist Women community: a place to connect with like-minded women (and join a channel dedicated to your revenue level).The Authority Code: How to Position, Monetize and Sell Your Expertise: equal parts bible, blueprint and bushido. How to think like, become—and remain—an authority.

“Credentials have been one of the most important ways to help promote public health and safety and prevent disease, dismemberment, or death.” - Christoph Lohr Elevate your expertise in water treatment by diving into this enlightening episode, where we explore the realm of certifications and their profound impact on the water treatment community. Join Christoph Lohr, Vice President of Technical Services and Research at IAPMO, an advocate for education and collaboration, as he unravels the world of credentials, codes, and the driving force of litigation in shaping cutting-edge water system designs. Discover the wealth of educational opportunities offered by IAPMO (The International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials) and how pursuing certifications like ASSE 12080 (Professional Qualifications Standard for Legionella Water Safety and Management Personnel) can pave the way for a brighter tomorrow. Christoph delves into the nuances of several certifications, shedding light on their significance for water treaters. Unravel the debate on pronouncing ASSE's (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) "12080" correctly—hint: it's "twelve thousand eighty." Gain valuable knowledge on the ASSE 12080 certification process, how plumbers and water treaters can learn from one another to improve public health, how to become involved with standards, the buffet of options for plumbing design and installation plumbing codes, and preventing water-borne illness through collaboration.  Furthermore, this episode touches on IAPMO's Water Demand Calculator replacement for Hunter's Curve and its profound impact on pipe size, stagnation, biofilm, and the factors contributing to Legionella growth.  For industrial water treaters, this episode serves as a treasure trove of information, guiding them in selecting certifications aligned with their career aspirations. Christoph's expertise illuminates the importance of certifications in building a knowledgeable workforce for water management programs, ultimately contributing to enhanced public health. Tune in, scale up your education, and embark on a journey towards a more impactful and informed career in water treatment.   Timestamps 01:00 - Trace Blackmore encourages you to get your CWT in 2024  06:25 - Drop by Drop With James McDonald   09:35 - Interview with Christoph Lohr, Vice President of Technical Services and Research at IAPMO, about the importance of credentials for water professionals 55:00 - A bit more about IAPMO (The International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials)    Quotes “The true benefit of a certification is that it gets everyone speaking the same language. The real strength is that it gets everyone on the same page.” - Christoph Lohr “The plumbing industry needs industrial water treaters and industrial water treaters need the plumbing industry. It's a really symbiotic relationship.” - Christoph Lohr “One of the biggest misnomers that people think about plumbing codes is that they are restrictive. We have to realize when it comes to plumbing design and installation, that plumbing codes are more like a buffet of options than a restrictive methodology.” - Christoph Lohr   Connect with Christoph Lohr Phone: 248.736.4940 Email: christoph.lohr@iapmo.org Get involved with IAPMO: standards@iapmostandards.org IAPMO Website: IAPMO.org UniformCodes.org  LinkedIn: in/christoph-lohr-pe company/iapmo Listen to the The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical on your favorite podcast player or on YouTube. Read or Download Christoph Lohr's Press Release HERE.   IAPMO Links Mentioned Get involved with IAPMO - standards@iapmostandards.org  The Authority Podcast's episode with Trace Blackmore AWWA IAPMO 2022 Manual - The Safe Closure and Reopening of Building Water Systems IAPMO and AWWA's Recommended Practices for the Safe Closure and Reopening of Building Water Systems IAPMO's Uniform Plumbing Codes IAPMO's Water Demand Calculator ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 12000-2021 IAPMO's Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand)   Organizations and Articles Mentioned The Risks of Sizing Plumbing Systems Using Hunter's Curve Dr. Janet Stout's Special Pathogens Laboratory AWT (Association of Water Technologies) The International Water Conference (IWC) Emerging Water Technology Symposium (EWTS)  American National Standards Institute (ANSI) NASEM's article Management of Legionella in Water Systems National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Plumbing & Mechanical Engineer Manual of Water Quality for Plumbing Industry Professionals and Building Managers The Environmental Science, Policy and Research Institute (ESPRI) American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) ASPE Engineering Methodologies to Reduce the Risk of Legionella in Premise Plumbing Systems Plumbing Manufacturers  International (PMI) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Water In Healthcare Facilities: The Public Health And Economic Nexus International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH)   Other Links Mentioned CWT Prep Course found at  Scalinguph2o.com/CWTprep Mary Ann Dickinson of the Alliance for Water Efficiency (A4WE) Episode 3 with Tom Tinney Episode 294 with John Mullen The Rising Tide Mastermind Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses Submit a Show Idea   Books Mentioned The Three Ages of Water: Prehistoric Past, Imperiled Present, and a Hope for the Future by Peter Gleick The Crux by Richard Rumelt Let There Be Water: Israel's Solution for a Water-Starved World by Seth M. Siegel   Drop By Drop with James  In today's episode, I have a challenge for you. My challenge is… to test for phosphate in your makeup waters.   You may be very surprised by what you find. Municipalities frequently add phosphate-based products for corrosion, scale, and staining control. Unknown sources of phosphate can certainly throw a boiler or cooling tower program out of control. Start with the orthophosphate test. If polyphosphates are used, you may need to run a digestion procedure or have your lab do it. Lastly, calling your municipality to ask if they use phosphate-based products in their water may actually be the first place to start. Don't let an unknown phosphate source throw your water treatment program out of control.    2024 Events for Water Professionals Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE or using the dropdown menu.  

Graig Erenstoft, known as Officer E, is the digital safety expert for Connected Class. He has been presenting to parents and students for over 24 years and is currently a police lieutenant in Florida. In this episode, Officer E and host Ross Romano talk about: Defining digital safety for kids and its critical importance in the connected world The “Take Three for Digital Safety” video series for parents Common questions parents have about digital safety Facilitating parent-child conversations The fast-shifting digital landscape Mental health challenges from social media Tips to foster good, safe habits On Thursday, November 9 from 7-8 p.m. Eastern, Officer E will present a free webinar for parents and educators. If you'd like to attend, RSVP below:Take Three for Digital Safety: Tips for Keeping Your Child SafeRSVP Here or at https://connectedclass.com About our guestOfficer E serves as the digital safety expert for Connected Class. He hosts the series “Take Three for Digital Safety” which provides valuable resources and tips to help parents navigate the challenges presented by the latest technology and social media trends. He has been presenting to parents and students for over 24 years and is currently a police lieutenant in Florida. Prior to his law enforcement career, Officer E worked as a youth director for 12 years before making the leap into law enforcement. As a law enforcement officer, he has served as a School Resource Officer, Field Training Officer, and among other duties, as a leader in the youth Police Athletic League. He enjoys engaging with students and parents to provide them with tools and resources to make good choices and stay safe. Officer E uses his training and experience as a police officer, husband, and father of two boys to relate to the challenges parents face each day in an ever-changing world on optics such as bullying, drugs and alcohol, and technology and social media. About today's hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies LLC. He hosts The Authority Podcast, on which he interviews leading authors from the education world and beyond to draw out their invaluable insights on leadership, culture-building, transformation, and student & educator success. Listen here: https://authoritypodcast.net Ross is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn

This week, I'm sharing an interview from another host on the BE podcast network because I think it's something you'll really enjoy. The episode is going live in the De Facto Leaders podcast feed. I'm pleased to bring you a conversation from The Authority Podcast here on the Be Podcast Network. You'll hear from Principal Baruti Kafele, author of seven best-selling books, including The Equity & Social Justice Education 50.About Baruti KafeleOne of the most sought-after school leadership and classroom equity presenters in America, Principal Kafele is impacting America's schools! He has delivered over 2500 conferences and program keynotes, professional development workshops, parenting seminars and student assemblies over his 35 years of public speaking. An expert in the area of “attitude transformation,” Principal Kafele is the leading authority on providing effective classroom and school leadership strategies toward closing what he coined, the "Attitude Gap.” He has authored twelve books, including seven ASCD best-sellers. The discussion includes:✅ Equity vs. Equality — the strategy vs. the goal and why it matters✅ Does my presence positively alter the trajectory of my students?✅ How do I ensure that no student is invisible in my classroom?✅Becoming credible to your students✅ “I want my readers to be comfortable with being uncomfortable and uncomfortable with being comfortable.”✅The Big 3: Individuality, Identity, and Voice. Why these are non-negotiables in every classroom.✅The leader's role in making equity work resilientYou can learn more about Barute Kafele's work on his website here. About The Authority Podcast"Interviews with people who know what they're talking about."On The Authority, leadership coach, storytelling strategist and edtech advisor Ross Romano interviews leading authors from the education world and beyond to draw out their invaluable insights on leadership, culture-building, transformation, and student & educator success. Join each week to hear ideas for addressing your current pain points, new perspectives from the authors you admire, and fresh takes from up-and-coming voices. Subscribe on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/m/theauthoritypodcastBe sure to check out the BE podcast network for educators and aspiring leaders. If you're looking for shows to inspire you to level up in your career or more effectively serve students, we've got you covered. Learn more about the BE podcast network at http://bepodcastnetwork.com/

Get excited! The first episode of The Crochet Authority Podcast premieres on August 9th at 12pm EDT.

Join Kim Thompson Pinder and Juanita Wootton Radko on the Author to Authority Podcast as they discuss the power of writing and publishing a book for entrepreneurs, professionals, speakers, and coaches. In this episode, they highlight the importance of utilizing a book as a powerful marketing tool and providing examples of those who have used it to expand their businesses. The hosts offer free consultations to discuss book ideas with Kim, a publisher specializing in book marketing. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your business to the next level through authority and influencer marketing. Listen now and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast!

Attention all entrepreneurs! Are you ready to build your business stronger and faster? Are you ready to build your business stronger and faster? Look no further than the Author to Authority Podcast hosted by the dynamic duo Kim Thompson-Pinder and Juanita Wootton-Radko. This podcast brings in experts from various fields, discussing all things related to authority, marketing, and book publishing. In this episode, hear the hosts share proven techniques for how to speak attractively to potential clients, emphasizing the importance of a good first impression and communication skills. They even share tips on how to unlearn bad speaking habits like filler words and rambling.

Welcome to the Author to Authority Podcast, hosted by Kim Thompson-Pinder! Join her and guest Steve Kidd, a bestselling author and business coach, as they discuss effective book marketing strategies. Steve shares his inspiring journey, from selling door-to-door at age five to coaching others to become best-selling authors and industry leaders.

I was lucky enough to be a guest on The Authority Podcast, also a member of the BE Podcast Network, hosted by Ross Romano. In this episode, we discussed my book, SEEing to Lead, published by Code Breaker, Inc.Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomanoSome of Ross' Key Takeaways:The problem with education traditions: “One of the biggest problems in education is tradition. One of the biggest traditions is top-down leadership,” says Danny Bauer.SEE = Support, Engage, EmpowerHow Chris realized teachers can't support, engage and empower students if they're not feeling their leadership doing the same for them.You don't become a leader and then realize you need to support others first. You become a leader because you've realized this.Empowering vs. EnablingStay in Touch:Subscribe to The Authority to get more deep-dive interviews with education authors. It's available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Podcast Network for educators.SEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJonesHave you taken the time to order and read my latest book! Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal stories to help you support, engage, and empower those you lead no matter your position!Jimmy Casas said, "If you are a leader who is looking to support, engage and empower your staff, then SEEing to Lead, by Dr. Chris Jones, is a book you will want to pick up and read. Dr. Jones reminds us that building capacity and helping others achieve personal success is the key to elevating your organization and leaving a lasting impact."Get your copy here! Don't forget to leave a rating and review for others. I would appreciate it!Subscribe to My Newsletter!We are all busy, often unsupported, and struggle to stay engaged! Here is a weekly resource that has something to support, engage, and empower you. Not to mention it saves you time by getting to the point! Increase your focus and become a better leader; no matter your position. Check it out here!Get in touch to schedule me for a workshop or presentation!Don't forget to hit the subscribe button on this podcast and leave a rating so others can benefit!

In this episode, we're bringing you a conversation from The Authority Podcast, part of the Be Podcast Network.  Today's guest is international best-selling author and business leader Mark Miller, Vice President of High Performance Leadership for Chick-Fil-A.  Culture Rules: The Leader's Guide to Creating the Ultimate Competitive Advantage is Mark's 11th book. He currently has over one million books in print in more than twenty-five languages. Ross and Mark discuss: 71% of U.S. leaders believe culture is their #1 most powerful tool to drive performance, but enhancing culture ranks low on their priority list — why the gap? First move: decide and declare what you're trying to create. Culture needs to be explicit.  The 3 Culture Rules: Aspire, Amplify, Adapt What does culture mean to your customers? Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wanted to shift the company from being “know-it-alls” to “learn-it-alls” — what did Mark learn while working on the book? The “magic circle” of game design and how it explains culture.  What Mark learned about innovation and purpose.  Measuring culture Culture Rules is now available for purchase, with a number of bonuses available for individual and bulk orders. Learn about them here: https://www.leadeveryday.com  The Authority is a weekly podcast featuring interviews with leading authors from the education world and beyond. Host Ross Romano, a leadership coach, storytelling strategist and edtech advisor, draws out their invaluable insights on leadership, culture-building, transformation, and student & educator success. Subscribe to The Authority: Apple: https://apple.co/3ePnTea  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3JxkyeX  RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/425789/rss  Connect on social media: Mark Miller is a business leader, best-selling author, and communicator. He began writing almost twenty years ago, and with over one million books in print in more than twenty-five languages, Mark's global impact continues to grow. Connect with him: https://www.linkedin.com/in/highperformanceleaders/  https://twitter.com/MarkMillerLeads  Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education

In this shorter episode, Kim shares with you some exciting news about the podcast and how you can be featured on it.

To effectively create demand you need to give away your best content for free. But what if your content is in fact your product? This is a big blocker for independent consultants when they want to create demand. By giving away the information that makes them valuable, they think that people will no longer need to work with them. Here's the thing: People don't hire consultants for their knowledge of a subject matter. In fact, that knowledge is likely a commodity. People hire consultants to increase their likelihood of success in implementing that knowledge. What happens when you horde all your knowledge until a sales process is you get lumped in with other vendors as a commodity. And when you're viewed as a commodity, you have to compete on price, which is not a good place to be. In this episode, Chris talks about how consultants can win using the same demand gen principles that we use at Refine Labs to help some of the best B2B SaaS companies out there. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at usehatch.fm.

Episode Notes When Jesus is accused of casting out demons by the "Prince of Demons" (Matt 12), he asks the Pharisees a peculiar question: "Then by who do your sons cast them out?" And much later, we read about the sons of the high priest casting out demons - in the name of Yeshua of all names! But for them, using His name was like a secret word that they thought would give them authority. Instead, the demons overpowered them, leaving them running and naked. True biblical authority is not about believing a certain pronunciation of a name has power, that's called magic. Instead, it's KNOWING the PERSON behind the name of Lord Yeshua. In this video, we talk about casting out demons, Christian authority, and the counterfeit powers.

Kim is excited to introduce a new monthly segment to the Author To Authority podcast. Each month Krystle Dookoo our featured expert will share how you can use social media to build your business the right way. Her episodes will include what platforms to use, how to use them and what's new in each.

Becoming a skilled writer takes practice. On today's Writer's Workshop episode, Juanita covers a writing exercise that you can use all year long: the focus word. Juanita Wootton-Radko is an enthusiastic reader, writer, and collector of books. When not at the library, she can often be found lurking about “used book” stores. Her lifelong passion for words has led to an equal passion for the structure of language and the grammatical tools we use to communicate. Juanita works at RTI Publishing as the Book Project Manager and resident “Grammar Guru”. She is the recurring co-host on the Author to Authority Podcast with Kim Thompson-Pinder and hosts the Writer's Workshop episodes. Want a free sample of Kim's newest book, Author To Authority? Go to www.AuthorToAuthority.com/get-the-book

(December 28, 2021 – Hour One) 9:14pm – This is the last show of 2021 and as many of you know, I have ventured into the world of cigars. Tonight, I lead with one of the co-hosts of the longest running and most respected cigar podcasts available anywhere, Johnathan Barbeau (Mr. Johnathan) from The Cigar Authority podcast. We will talk about his background in cigars and then cover many cigar basics as well as some “do's and don'ts” when it comes to enjoying a premium cigar. Mr. Johnathan known the world over for his quick wit, cigar expertise, knowledge of what is on trend in the market and his diverse tasting pallet. 9:35pm – After a visiting with Mr. Johnathan, I will pick up the 2021 Year in Review and try my very best to get through the remaining months…which will be a challenge to say the least, but, I will give it my best effort! BBQ Central Show Sponsors! The BBQ Guru Big Poppa Smokers Green Mountain Grills Cookin Pellets Fireboard Smithfield The Pit Barrel Cooker The Butcher Shoppe – Save 10% When You Mention “The BBQ Central Show” Primo Grills Yoder Smokers Yukon Glory – Save 10% with code 10CENTRAL Vortic Watch Company David Leans / DoWellness – GET FIT for 1 Year for $2,300 Patreon Ad-Free Podcast Feed

(December 28, 2021 – Hour One) 9:14pm – This is the last show of 2021 and as many of you know, I have ventured into the world of cigars. Tonight, I lead with one of the co-hosts of the longest running and most respected…

Get ready for Season 2 of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical!This season will be a little bit different than Season 1. In this season, each episode will feature three short segments with three different guests. Our first section will cover policy and things that are impacting jurisdictions. Our second segment will cover news, information, and the latest trends in the plumbing industry. And finally, our third section will cover the good work that the plumbing industry is doing. Join us for Episode 1 on Tuesday, Dec. 14, and together we'll explore the ways we can make our buildings shape us.

This is part one of a two-part series where we'll be speaking about plumbing resiliency, and drought prevention with Cynthia Campbell, water resources management adviser for the city of Phoenix; Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; and finally Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority. This week, we're going to focus on the concept of drought prevention and drought preparation.Cynthia Campbell, water resources management adviser for the city of Phoenix, manages the city's water portfolio and advises the city manager and Water Services Department on policy issues relating to long-range water planning and strategy.She's the city's liaison with the state of Arizona Central Arizona Project, Salt River Project, and other organizations on water resource issues. Prior to accepting the role of water resources management adviser, Cynthia served the city of Phoenix as assistant city attorney for five years. She also spent five years as a compliance manager of the Water Quality Division of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and three years as assistant attorney general at the Arizona Attorney General's Office. She's a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law, and has a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.To learn more about Phoenix Water, visit www.phoenix.gov/water.Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, is a licensed professional civil engineer in California, and his current responsibilities include management and development of water conservation programs; monitoring and evaluating regulatory and legislative issues; pursuing external funding and support for programs participating in statewide and nationwide organizations to leverage opportunities; and coordinating with many regional partners for water sustainability in Los Angeles.Terrence spent a portion of his career doing capital project management on everything from sludge digesters at wastewater treatment plants to baggage handling systems at airports before moving to LA DWP Water Resources Division, where he has managed things like a climate change study on the Eastern Sierras and a water conservation potential study to assess the remaining water savings potentials moving into the future in Los Angeles.To learn more about the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, visit www.ladwp.com.Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, began his career "in the trenches" in 1980 as a landscape maintenance and irrigation technician working his way through college. Armed with a bachelor's degree in agriculture and a master's degree in business, he served eight years as an assistant professor for New Mexico State University, where he specialized in urban horticulture and promoted water-efficient landscape and efficient irrigation techniques.In 1995, Doug developed and managed a variety of water efficiency programs for the city of Albuquerque, including landscape conversion rebates, water waste enforcement, residential retrofit audits, appliance and fixture rebates, and landscape industry education. Since 2000, Doug has been conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, managing one of the nation's leading conservation incentive programs and coordinating regional water efficiency efforts for the Las Vegas, Nevada, area.To learn more about the Southern Nevada Water Authority, visit www.snwa.com.To learn more about “The Authority Podcast” and to subscribe on your podcast app of choice, visit www.iapmo.org/theauthoritypodcast

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