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Renowned draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into the AFC West draft — how each player fits into his new team, and more. Enjoy!
Draft guru Sean Sullivan is all over his Bucs draft review, and some chatter about undrafted free agents signed by Tampa Bay. Enjoy!
This week's show comes to you from the deck at Poplar Grove Winery on the Naramata Bench, British Columbia. Our guests include Owner Tony Holler and General Manager Chris Holler. We discuss the quality of the just-released 2025 vintage and taste their flagship white, the 2025 Pinot Gris. We also open the Poplar Grove 2025 Rosé, a Double Gold "Best In Class" winner at the Pacific Rim International Wine Competition. Foxtrot Vineyards winemaker Jacq Kemp joins the conversation with positive news about new ownership. We also sample the 2020 Foxtrot Blanc de Noir Sparkling Wine and the 2022 Waltz Pinot Noir. Anahita Pouget, Director of Brand Development and Marketing at Evolve Sparkling House on the Naramata Bench, stops by to welcome everyone to the one-of-a-kind sparkling facility this Spring and Summer. We taste a couple of impressive wines made by winemaker Lynzee Schatz, including the 2025 Light Sparkles and 2018 Brut Libre. Finally, we catch up with nearby Naramata Bench winemaker/GM Garron Elmes of Lake Breeze Winery, who joins us to pour his noted 2025 Pinot Blanc and the 2022 Pinot Noir. Plus, he's inviting you to book lunch at the Lake Breeze Patio Restaurant.
Are you tired of outdated, ineffective performance reviews? Want your organization to thrive with motivated, aligned employees? This episode dives deep into transforming your performance management process into a powerhouse that drives results and engagement. Join us as Bruce Cohen, a seasoned HR leader, shares decades of insights from goal-setting to AI-driven tools and how to implement a system that's continuous, clear, and compelling. In this episode: Why top companies prioritize ongoing performance feedback How to cascade goals effectively from leadership to every employee The critical difference between job descriptions and goals Using AI to enhance accuracy, consistency, and personalization The role of senior leadership support and leading by example Practical tips for managing self-assessments and overcoming recency bias The future of performance management with AI and data insights Timestamps: 00:00 - Why performance management is crucial in 2026 and beyond 00:26 - Bruce Cohen introduces himself and his HR background 01:23 - The value of continuous feedback in employee motivation 02:33 - The importance of goal setting and clear communication 05:39 - The risks of infrequent reviews and how to shift the culture 08:01 - Upskilling managers for real-time coaching and feedback 10:14 - Leading with example in HR and organizational commitment 11:40 - Defining "best in class" performance systems 12:33 - Aligning goals with company objectives through cascading 15:22 - Using self-assessments to prepare for performance conversations 18:44 - Overcoming challenges with recency bias and self-evaluations 21:43 - The multiplier effect of ongoing feedback 25:17 - The transformative role of AI in performance management 28:23 - Practical steps for implementing AI tools effectively 33:48 - Five key steps to elevate your system post-episode Resources & Links: eCornell Organizational Design and Performance Courses Book: "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott AI Tools for HR and Performance Management Leadership Support in HR Connect with Bruce Cohen: LinkedIn Twitter Let's revolutionize performance management together! Take these insights, leverage new technologies, and lead your organization to a more engaged, productive future. The time for change is now, don't wait for the next review cycle to start transforming your system. Start today!
Paul and Chris introduce the new Avantis and DFA Best-in-Class fund family recommendations and talk about the shift away from evaluating and recommending à la carte choices from multiple fund providers. They emphasize that the quality and breadth of the offerings from Avantis and DFAhave reached a point where it's better and more sustainable to recommend these fund families than to continually change recommendations among funds that are increasingly close inexpected performance.Best in Class ETF recommendations https://www.paulmerriman.com/best-in-class-recommendationsPortfolio Configurator https://lookerstudio.google.com/u/0/reporting/a941a5d4-0929-45ea-b22e-3bb82dc334ff/page/99wxc?s=hqmha3-AK5k
In this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast, host Mark Ledlow speaks with security expert and Kroll lawyer Michael Gips about his new book on security networking, which acknowledges the podcast and features insights from 150 professionals. Michael shares his unexpected path to security, initially focused on history and Spanish before choosing law over a PhD.They discuss the comprehensive demands on Michael's clients, driven by threats like cyberattacks, social media, geopolitics, ransomware, executive protection, polarization, and AI. This requires a shift from compliance to building integrated, industry-leading security and threat intelligence programs.The conversation also touches on post-COVID workforce challenges, including younger workers' skepticism toward capitalism, and the heightened risk from algorithmic echo chambers and misinformation. Michael emphasizes that leaders must build authentic relationships and teach critical information evaluation, not judgment.Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe security industry is shifting from reactive, piecemeal problem-solving to proactive, best-in-class, comprehensive security programsMid-size companies are now building dedicated physical security programs, often separate from IT securityThreats have multiplied — ransomware, executive protection, geopolitical disruption, AI deepfakes, and social media manipulation all demand integrated threat intelligenceYoung professionals entering the workforce post-COVID bring idealism and mission-driven values; organizations must adapt culture and policies to meet them where they areInformation overload and algorithmic echo chambers are eroding critical thinking — across all generations, not just youthThe greatest leadership responsibility is developing the next generation; leave your industry better than you found itPersistence, patience, and purpose are the keys for young people navigating a complex, values-driven career searchQUOTES"There's no higher calling or no greater purpose to leadership than developing the next generation of professionals. You should be leaving an organization, an industry better than you left it.""We're at the beginning of a trend — clients are asking, 'What would it take to be best in class?' That hadn't been the case in previous years.""To be an objective, reasonable thinking person, you have to fight all these powers.""We need to give people the tools to evaluate the information and the environment they're in — not be saying tsk, tsk, I knew better.""Young professionals will probably need a few iterations to find a place where their values match the corporate values and the corporation can make money."Get to know more about Michael Gips through the link/s below.https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgips/To hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://the-fearless-mindset.simplecast.com/ or listen on major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video
With breakdowns of defensive prospects, quarterbacks and receivers in the books, draft guru Sean Sullivan now tackles running backs and tight ends in this episode. He's all over the 2026 class. Enjoy!
Another A+ position breakdown from draft guru Sean Sullivan. He's all over the 2026 class, and what receivers might make sense for the Buccaneers. Enjoy!
Another position breakdown just one week from the NFL Draft. It's quarterbacks. Draft guru Sean Sullivan is all over the 2026 class, the Bill Parcells evaluation system and a look at past successes and failures.
Todd Bowles wants another cornerback, and draft guru Sean Sullivan is all over exploring the position in next week's draft -- always with an eye on the Bucs. Enjoy today's look at corners and safeties!
The Bucs are old at defensive tackle. Will they draft one? Draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into his draft rankings at the position — always with an eye on the Bucs. Enjoy!
Intel IT plays a pivotal role in Intel's business transformation, especially in our role of driving data quality across both...
Inside linebacker is definitely on the minds of Bucs fans! Tampa Bay signed two, lost one and another is needed. Draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into his draft rankings at the position -- and why. Enjoy!
The Bucs need edge rush help! Most of the league wants it, too. Draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into his draft rankings at the position — and why. Enjoy!On 2026-03-10 18:59, Sean Sullivan wrote:
Draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into his picks — and why — for the best 2025 rookies by position.
Alphabet (GOOGL) will prove that it's the "best in class" when it comes to tech earnings, says Jawad Hussain. He believes the company's wide reach in the industry, from AI to Waymo to YouTube, all build a tech fortress that reinforce revenue. Jawad adds that it's okay for Alphabet to be "aggressive" with CapEx spending so it can hold its leadership position and innovate. Tom White offers an example options trade for the Mag 7 giant. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
It's that time of year, when the Best In Class podcast heats up studying draft prospects and the Bucs' offseason happenings and plans.
In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I spotlight why SAP's AI and data strategy is changing the enterprise game.Highlights00:02 — We've got more changes to dig into here on the Cloud Wars Top 10, as we saw SAP soar up to number four. SAP had held the number five spot for a couple of years now, and moved up to number four. All those companies in the enterprise application space now have morphed into applications, agents, AI, and data companies, not just simple application companies anymore.00:42 — So, in this fast-changing environment, SAP has really stood out by dramatically outgrowing its other very, very capable competitors. I call these four pieces of the SAP portfolio the Four Horsemen of Business Transformation. So, those include Business Suite, Business AI, the Business Data Cloud, and the Business Technology Platform.01:40 — So, for SAP, its growth rate in its most recent quarter is 27%, and its cloud revenue is $6.14 billion. Microsoft came in second place with its Dynamics 365 enterprise apps, up 18%. SAP grew 50% faster. Workday, 14.6%, $2.24 billion. Oracle, overall apps were up 11%, $3.9 billion.02:50 — So, healthcare lagging there for Oracle, and then Salesforce, the biggest at $10.3 billion, but grew 8.6%. SAP grew about three times faster, which is a 200% differential there. What's interesting about this is business leaders looking to expand what they're doing with enterprise applications, especially to help transform their businesses, to get into the AI economy.03:45 — So, in a wide-open field with lots of choices, terrific competition, SAP stands out as the high-growth leader. Now, it's a little clunky to say enterprise apps, AI, agentic, and data, so if anybody comes up with a real code name for this, let me know. We'll see what happens there, and if you come up with a great name for it, you get a Cloud Wars beer mug. Visit Cloud Wars for more.
Everyone's talking about AI, automation, and whatever the next big tech breakthrough might be. But some of the most reliable returns still come from businesses doing something far simpler - and doing it exceptionally well.Today, Finimize Analyst Reda Farran joins the pod to dig into TJX Companies, the off-price retail giant behind TJ Maxx and Marshalls.With markets looking frothy and AI valuations stretched, we talk about why this high-quality compounder offers resilience, diversification, and a potential hedge if the hype fades.Try Finimize Pro
Whatever situation you're facing, think about this: there is always another perspective available to you. There is SOMEONE out there who thinks about your exact same situation completely differently... and that perspective is available to you, too. Whether or not their view ultimately works for you, it's encouraging to remember that there are always others available, that you can try them on like outfits to choose the one that serves you, and to remember it's never too late to choose differently. This exercise can free you from any old mental patterns keeping you stuck, give you fresh eyes for the same old situation, and help you choose from the perspective of your best self. Listen in to give it a try!
Another passionate look at the Bucs and NFL rookies by draft guru Sean Sullivan. You don't want to miss it!
Marley Kayden covers Coinbase's (COIN) upgrade from Goldman Sachs, which argues that it is at an attractive entry point and calls it a best-in-class play for the crypto infrastructure growth. Charles Moon provides an example options trade on the name.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
The following are Dr. Pass' note to his podcast: This week we end 2025 with a Pediheart tradition - an episode on personal finance for medical professionals with noted authority on index investing and personal finance, Mr. Paul Merriman. Paul is a retired investment advisor who now has a popular podcast "Sound Investing" and website in which he offers advice on investing for 'do it yourself' investors. In this week's episode, the 5th of his visits to Pediheart, Mr. Merriman discusses 'factor investing' via index-like ETF's and funds. He also reviews who he believes might benefit from a financial advisor, what sort of advisor most should seek out and why he believes that many do not need one if they can 'stay the course'. Resources mentioned in today's podcast are below. Wishing all a happy and healthy new year in 2026. Paul's website:https://www.paulmerriman.com/#gsc.tab=0'Best In Class' ETF's:https://www.paulmerriman.com/Best-in-Class-ETF-Recommendations2025#gsc.tab=0Sound Investing 'Quilt Charts':https://irp.cdn-website.com/6b78c197/files/uploaded/(K)_Quilt_Charts_(1928-2024)_-_2024_Returns_(1).pdfDFA 'Turn Out The Noise':https://www.dimensional.com/filmAs a reminder, all of the information provided in this week's episode should be considered entertainment and all financial decisions should be vetted with professionals or knowledgeable and trusted friends/family.
Summary Kick off 2026 with a bang! Gary's Gulch welcomes Glenn Yaney, host of Capitalize Your Life Podcast. Explore the power of Infinite Banking and personal finance, as Glenn shares his journey to financial freedom and helping others gain control of their lives. Learn how to capitalize on your life for a prosperous future! #FinancialFreedom #GarysGulch #Podcast. Episode Highlights 00:00:09 - Optimism for 2026: A Unique Year 00:01:09 - Glenn Yaney's Career Shift: Finding a Fitting Path 00:03:03 - Rebranding: Capitalize Your Life Podcast 00:05:11 - Personal Growth: From Military to Faith 00:10:00 - Financial Certainty Fuels Growth 00:13:46 - Infinite Banking: Securing Human Life Value 00:15:00 - Navigating Economic Challenges: Lessons from 2008 00:16:57 - SIPA Certification: Strategic Business Exit Plans 00:19:58 - The Importance of Preparedness: Luck and Opportunity 00:22:06 - Empowerment Through Financial Education 00:23:50 - Surrounding Yourself with Optimism: The Importance of Mentorship Episode Resources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7NHaSJpxeI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-capitalizing-your-life-podcast/id1728886342 Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Keywords Gary's Gulch Infinite Banking Personal Finance Conservative Optimism America's Roots Millionaire Journey Podcast Capitalize Your Life Podcast Financial Independence Business Strategy Exit Planning Victim Frankl Entrepreneurship Agency and Control Mindset Legacy Planning Unique Genius Financial Capability Tier One Capital Hierarchy of Wealth Cash Flow Business Growth Real Estate Investment Zig Ziglar Jim Rohn Self-Improvement Empowerment Startup Mode Business Networking Liquidity Self-Betting
Draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into the struggling Buccaneers and sprints around the NFL to study how rookies and young players have been performing. Enjoy!
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Bryan Leach, the Founder & CEO of Ibotta, a performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). Follow Bryan on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwleachFollow Ibotta on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibotta-inc-/Follow Ibotta online at: https://ipn.ibotta.com/Bryan answers these questions:Ibotta started as a wildly successful cashback app. When did you first realize the company needed to evolve into a performance-marketing platform that could power promotions for national brands and retailers—not just consumers?Take us to the moment when the vision for the Ibotta Performance Network crystallized. What was the “aha” moment that told you the future wasn't DTC incentives, but a full-funnel, retailer-connected promotions ecosystem?When you think back to the earliest days of the IPN, how did the partnership with Walmart come together, and what did that milestone unlock for Ibotta's trajectory?The IPN is now a fundamentally different engine than it was two years ago. How have new partners like Instacart and DoorDash, plus an elevated focus on measurement, reshaped the network?You're now reaching more than 200 million consumers. What does true personalization look like at this scale, and what have you learned about delivering the right promotion to the right shopper at the right moment?When you talk to brand partners today, what are the top priorities they're solving for—and why is the traditional ROAS framework failing them?You've compared LiveLift to the launch of the IPN in terms of strategic importance. What gap does LiveLift fill, and why is this such a pivotal moment in Ibotta's evolution?How does LiveLift help quantify the true incremental impact of promotions—whether that's velocity, basket expansion, or shortening the repurchase cycle?CPGs keep saying they struggle to tie promotions directly to outcomes. How is Ibotta helping close that measurement gap, and what does the Liquid Death case study reveal about what's possible?If you had to project 1–3 years out, how do you see the promotions landscape transforming—and what will separate the brands that win from those that fall behind?CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.comFMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.comSheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/Rhea Raj's Website: http://rhearaj.comLara Raj in Katseye: https://www.katseye.world/DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode is provided for general informational purposes only. By listening to our episode, you understand that no information contained in this episode should be construed as advice from CPGGUYS, LLC or the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for research on any subject matter. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by CPGGUYS, LLC. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. CPGGUYS LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual's use of, reference to, or inability to use this podcast or the information we presented in this podcast.
We love unique reading projects around here, and today's guest has maintained hers since 2021. We're going to hear all about it and explore how she's adding a new twist for 2026. Kate Mosesso is a reader and improv comedian who lives and works in Chicago. She's a lifelong reader, and while she loves the stories on the page, she's an even bigger fan of the connections that reading fosters. Since 2021, Kate's undertaken a community-inspired reading project: every month, she reads a book recommended by a loved one. This project has led her to a lot of great books and given her a new way to connect with people she loves: friends, family members, even favorite professors. For 2026, she's thinking of a new angle for this long-time project and is interested in discussing how to make it really work for her. Today, we're going to explore what's happening with Kate's project, the changes she'd like to make for the year ahead, and what we can do about it. Anne recommends titles and tips to infuse Kate with confidence and enthusiasm for her reading year to come. Find the full list of titles mentioned today and leave your recommendations for Kate on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/505. If you're curious about what the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club is all about, today Anne shares a peek behind the scenes of this online community. From our annual readers' retreats to author talks and classes to help you make the most of your reading life, Book Club is full of things to look forward to each year. Our team Best Books of the Year event is coming up in January, an event that's only available for our online communities. And looking ahead for 2026, our Book Club members will enjoy our February Readers' Day with a Spring Book Preview themed library chat, our Summer Reading Guide unboxing, Austen in August, and more good nerdy fun. We hope you'll join us in 2026 as we celebrate 10 years of the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club. A Book Club membership also makes a fantastic last-minute holiday gift. Find out more or sign up now at modernmrsdarcy.com/club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All those draft picks you studied last year and this year? Draft guru Sean Sullivan sprints around the NFL to find out how they've been performing. And Sean weighs in on his struggling Bucs.
Freek Aertsen & Bart Paridaen of EyeOn talk about digital transformation: value discovery, creation & realization; the big challenges; & key success factors. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [04.17] An introduction to Freek and Bart, their backgrounds, and roles at EyeOn. "I have a background in economics, took a wrong turn somewhere - and ended up in supply chain!" Freek [07.13] An overview of EyeOn – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. "Response is all about planning." "We connect data, systems, data science and AI with people and processes." [10.58] The ideal client for EyeOn, and the common challenges and questions businesses come to them with. [12.29] An overview of EyeOn's recent report on digital transformation in the industry, who they spoke to, and why now was the right time to conduct this research. "We live in a very volatile business landscape, and there are changes coming to our customers on a constant basis. And, at the same time, there's a new generation of technology. That combination is an interesting one." [16.14] The main drivers for digital supply chain transformation, and what's important to leaders right now, as they grapple with multiple priorities and challenges. "Businesses are changing strategies, and changing a corporate strategy means you have to change your supply chain strategy." [22.47] From balancing short-term wins with long-term strategies to overcoming disruption, the biggest hurdles leaders are faced with as they navigate transformation, and why businesses need to look at these projects from an external perspective as well as an internal one. [27.44] Why the first stage of digital transformation is value discovery, and how businesses can define an actionable framework for success. "It's important for leaders to understand and be aligned on their vision for transformation… The key is improving decision intelligence. The tools and capabilities come in to support, but you need to go back to the starting point to know where you want to transform to." [30.37] The importance of trust, breaking down siloes, and aligning teams in the discovery phase of transformation. [34.23] How businesses can translate value discovery into tangible value creation initiatives. "Companies that went too fast on design paid the price afterwards." [38.03] How value discovery and value creation leads to value realization. [41.06] Next steps: how businesses can work with EyeOn. [43.12] What the next few years of innovation and growth are going to look like, for EyeOn and for the industry. "It all comes back to decisions… Our investments will be in technology, because it's changing – and it's changing rapidly. We need to be at the forefront." RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED: Head over to EyeOn's website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with EyeOn and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn, or you can connect with Freek or Bart on LinkedIn. Check out our other podcasts HERE.
All those prospects you obsessed about in the 2025 NFL draft? Draft guru Sean Sullivan sprints around the NFL to find out how they're performing. And Sean weighs in on his beloved Bucs.
The Patriots improved to 9-2 how do they stack up against Indy, Denver and the rest of the AFC contenders? Who is in and who is out on Sunday? Lobo football, what are the expectations for Saturday against the Rams? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How do you decide between a best-in-class tech stack and an all-in-one platform?I caught up with Bill Fanning, CRO of Stayntouch, and Klaus Kohlmayr, Chief Evangelist at IDeaS Revenue Solutions, to discuss the new NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality Technology Report, where 300+ hoteliers shared how they're making those crucial tech decisions. On hashtag#NoVacancyNews, we look at what's driving those hashtag#hoteltechnology choices, the cultural and operational challenges behind switching systems, and why more hotels than ever plan to replace their tech stack within the next 24 months. Key Insights:
Oisin O'Connor is the CEO and co-founder of Recharge, the leading subscription management platform powering 75% of all Shopify subscriptions. Under his leadership, Recharge has become a critical infrastructure partner for over 30,000 brands, reaching 100 million subscribers and $100 million ARR.In this episode of DTC Pod, Oisin pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to win with subscriptions in today's DTC landscape. He shares insider strategies for subscriber growth, optimizing retention, and leveraging Recharge's newest AI-powered tools to minimize churn. Oisin also shares specific benchmarks every brand should measure, real-world examples of subscription funnels that convert, and actionable experiments operators can run to unlock long-term profitability and scale.Episode brought to you by StordInteract with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. Evolution of subscriptions in physical product e-commerce2. How to spot and create product-market fit 3. Differentiators that set Recharge apart from early competitors4. The compounding power of subscriptions for long-term growth5. Unit economics, LTV vs CAC, and why retention is king6. What best-in-class subscription brands do differently7. Optimizing conversion funnels for subscriber growth8. Subscription benchmarks: churn rates, retention, and second order metrics9. Reducing churn with data, cancellation flows, loyalty, and rewards10. Automations and integrating Recharge with supply chain and 3PL operations11. Leveraging AI Concierge for customer retention and support12. Evolving customer experience and the need for seamless subscription management13. How Recharge guides merchants with data, support, and innovation14. Experiments and mistakes founders make launching subscription brandsTimestamps00:00 Oisin's background, founding story, and early agency experiments04:06 The rise of Shopify and the breakthrough with Recharge05:19 The subscription model: initial skepticism and quirky early adopters06:47 Technical challenges in enabling subscriptions on Shopify09:00 First major subscription brand success story10:15 Compounding growth through subscriptions11:36 Legacy brands and decades-long customer retention13:06 Building DTC businesses with sustainable unit economics14:37 Lessons from TV advertising history and the narrowing of scalable models16:29 Key traits of successful subscription businesses17:09 Product, recurring need, and conversion strategy18:27 Understanding subscriber value and optimizing acquisition19:26 Retention: keeping customers post-acquisition 19:52 High-performing brands and funnel design20:05 Subscription by default, offers, upsells, and cross-sells21:39 Conversion tactics from PDP to post-checkout22:38 Benchmarks for healthy churn and retention23:06 How top brands reduce churn and track performance24:58 Recharge tools: analytics, cancellation flows, Klaviyo integration26:41 Rewards and automations to boost retention27:33 Automate flows for backend fulfillment and logistics28:20 Launching AI SMS concierge for subscriber experience29:40 Reducing customer service friction and delighting shoppers32:15 Customer experience as a core differentiator34:04 The competitive subscription landscape: Recharge's position35:41 Product innovation, support, and actionable guidance37:16 Data-driven product innovation and merchant success38:04 The future of subscription, retention, and platform innovation40:38 Biggest mistakes founders make with subscriptions41:58 Experiments founders should run with Recharge42:58 Where to connect with Oisin for advice and mentorshipShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more. Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• #243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTokOisin O'Connor - Co-Founder and CEO of RechargeBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic
What's been happening with all those prospects you obsessed about in the 2025 NFL draft? Draft guru Sean Sullivan sprints around the NFL to find out, and Sean weighs in on his beloved Bucs.
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Draft guru Sean Sullivan is all over the Week 6 games with a brief look at the glorious state of the Buccaneers.
Watch YouTube video here.Paul Merriman and Chris Pedersen tackle your biggest questions—from simplifying portfolios and picking best-in-class ETFs to understanding equal-weighted funds, tax efficiency, and how much small-cap value to own. They dig into factor investing (size, value, quality, profitability, momentum), why reversion to the mean matters, and how to think like an owner—not a speculator. Plus: mentors, work-life balance, and the real risk investors face.Chapters00:00 – Intro & Mentors05:07 – Portfolio Simplification10:13 – Work-Life Balance11:39 – Which ETFs will outperform?20:15 – Importance of Quality22:45 – Equal-Weighted Funds26:14 – History: how long is enough?29:58 – Cost of public indexing33:30 – Equal-weight fund tax vs. ETF35:21 – How much small-cap value?39:47 – Why three EM ETFs?42:28 – “All Avantis” risk?49:45 – Technology sector history & mean reversion53:00 – Be an owner, not a speculator55:27 – OutroKey Takeaways“Best” ETF ≠ next year's top performer—seek consistent factor exposure, low costs, broad holdings, and tax efficiency.Equal-weighting boosts small/value exposure but can increase turnover and tax drag; pairing large-cap blend with small-cap value can be more efficient.Decide small-cap value allocation by temperament (common range: 10–50% of equities when pairing with S&P 500/target date).Index approach vs. index label: DFA/Avantis are systematic and rules-based without telegraphing rebalances.Think like an owner: over decades, earnings—not sentiment—drive returns.Resources• Best-in-Class ETF Recommendations (2025): https://www.paulmerriman.com/best-in-class-etf-recommendations-2025#gsc.tab=0• Sound Investing Portfolios, Returns & Risks: https://www.paulmerriman.com/sound-investing-portfolios#gsc.tab=0• “Tune Out the Noise” (DFA Documentary): https://youtu.be/T98825bzcKw?si=kFMugnSSCn2E76sI
It's not that many people who can say they've spent over a decade in ecommerce, and over a quarter of a century at a global powerhouse like Unilever, but Oliver Bradley, now Digital Commerce Strategy & Operations Director at Neem is one of them. And his obsession is making sure every digital shelf image works on every level - accessible to every consumer, telling a cohesive brand story, and inspiring the confidence to buy. Oliver joined the podcast to lay out his best practices and data that has convinced some of the biggest brands in the world to change their imagery ways.
Heavy on the Bucs today for draft guru Sean Sullivan. Of course, he's also looking at rookies and young players around the NFL
In this inspiring episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo welcome Lisa Kemph, CHRO at Brooks Rehabilitation in Jacksonville, FL. With 30 years in HR across six industries, Lisa shares her journey from logistics to healthcare, emphasizing emotional intelligence, leadership development, and building a people-first culture amid rapid organizational growth.Lisa offers timeless advice on work-life balance, including marriage tips like maintaining humor, giving grace, and ditching the "50/50" myth—lessons that echo in professional relationships. She dives into Brooks' focus on recruitment, retention, and skilling up talent through a holistic career development strategy aligned with employee needs and organizational values.Key takeaways for healthcare HR leaders:Recruitment & Retention: Keep the focus sharp; align initiatives with being an employer of choice and best-in-class HR.Leadership Development: Start with a comprehensive strategy via surveys and leader input; use a buy/build approach with blended learning (e-learning, in-person, self-directed).Emotional Intelligence: Certify and integrate EQ for self-awareness and better team dynamics—essential in high-stakes healthcare.Growth Mindset: Skill up existing talent amid shortages; revise strategies annually to fill gaps and support career seasons.Work-Life Parallels: Apply grace and 100/100 effort from personal life to leadership; break negative cycles proactively.Awards & Recognition: Celebrate teams like Learning & Development for impactful contributions.A must-listen for HR pros seeking actionable strategies on talent development, culture building, and personal growth. Lisa's insights remind us: Work the plan to advance your goals.Listen now on ASHHRA.org or Apple Podcasts. Join us at the ASHHRA Conference in Savannah, May 17-19, 2026! (register here)From Our Sponsors...Optimize Pharmacy Benefits with RxBenefitsElevate your employee benefits while managing costs. Did you know hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions annually than other industries? Ensure cost-effective, high-quality pharmacy plans by leveraging your hospital's own pharmacies. Discover smarter strategies with RxBenefits.Learn More here - https://rxbene.fit/3ZaurZNStreamline HR Compliance with oneBADGEhealthcareSimplify screening, credentialing, and compliance for healthcare HR. oneBADGEhealthcare from ISB Global offers a tailored solution to keep your workforce compliant and efficient. Built for healthcare leaders, it's your all-in-one compliance tool.Get Started here - https://isbglobalservices.com/onebadgeunitedstates/ashhra/ Support the show
On this week's episode, the boys talk dig into the two biggest pieces of new that have dropped in the last few months. Recognition email and the 202-2026 road map that includes a MAP! Eeek! We're excited. Make sure to stick around for the Tales from Canada and the Dad Jokes! ✅ Spatial/Scopely News ✅ Wayfarer Recognition Emails ✅Roadmap ✅Wayspots/Coal of the Week ✅ Dad Jokes Your Hosts - Jamal Harvey and Chris Bell Episode 194 Writer - Chris Bell Episode 194 Producer - Jamal Harvey Season 4 Episode 38 Executive Producer - Kate Konz Wayspotters Show Historian - Matty G Record Date - 03 October 2025 Publish Date - 05 October 2025 Special Shout Out to our Patreons! Wayspotters@pokemonprofessor.com Voicemail and SMS: 704-426-3710 Follow our links! Join our Patreon!!https://www.patreon.com/PokemonProfessor Our Website: http://wayspotters.com/ Visit out Instagram also @wayspotterspodcast Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/wayspotters/ TikTokTiktok.com/imakewayspots YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WayspottersPodcast Support Us: https://www.patreon.com/PokemonProfessor Go check out Chris' articles https://pokemongohub.net/post/author/glawhantojar/ Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/pokemonprofessornetwork Follow Niantic! Niantic Wayfarer Twitter: https://twitter.com/NianticWayfarer Our friends links! Wayfarer Discord: https://discord.gg/niawayfarer Agent X on TikTok -https://www.tiktok.com/@agentx_wayfinder Join the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2241761169257836 Join the German Wayfarer Discord -https://discord.gg/ThTZCZH5 Notes and Credits Coal of the Week Arrangement: Chris Bell Intro Music - Game Over - Danijel Zambo - Music Vine Break Music - Hard Trap Samples, Heavy Trap Drum Loops ... - Loopmasters Outro Music - Itty Bitty 8 Bit - song by Kevin MacLeod - Spotify – Web Player Spanish Hard Trap - Steve Oxen Vocal recording Copyright of Pokémon Professor 2025 Pokémon And All Respective Names are Trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2025 Pokémon GO is Trademark and © of Niantic, Inc. Wayspotters and the Pokémon Professor Network are not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's draft guru Sean Sullivan's sprint around the NFL looking at rookies, young players and his beloved Buccaneers
Join draft guru Sean Sullivan's sprint around the NFL looking at rookies, young players and the Bucs.
D.O. or Do Not: The Osteopathic Physician's Journey for Premed & Medical Students
Send us a textIn this episode, we will interview Dr. Thomas Cavaliere, the current Dean of the Rowan Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Cavaliere graduated from the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, following which he completed an internal medicine residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Under his leadership, the Rowan Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine has been named one of the best medical schools in the country for primary care and geriatric medical education. Dr. Cavalierey has also recently been selected to serve as the inaugural Senior Vice Provost of the Virtua Health College of Medicine and Life Sciences, as well as the Chief Academic Officer for the Virtua Health System. It is an honor to interview such an accomplished physician, and we believe his perspectives are valuable for everyone from pre-medical students to attending physicians. Dr. Cavaliere will discuss the advantages of pursuing a career in academic medicine, emphasizing the opportunity to combine clinical practice with teaching and research, and the fulfillment of caring for patients while training the next generation of physicians. We know you will love this episode.
Week 1 is here, and draft guru Sean Sullivan is all over players to watch and why.
Get caught up on every AFC West draft pick with draft guru Sean Sullivan. He's all over every rookie in this speedy but thorough breakdown. Tremendous prep for the season. Enjoy!
Dan Ahrens sees a lot of potential for Domino's Pizza. He points out the company's earnings miss but says its expanded stores and in-store sales growth make up for that loss. Dan goes in-depth on why Domino's is poised to be a winner in the fast food space. He also notes his picks in fast casual, which include Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) and Cracker Barrel (CBRL). Tom White serves up example options trades for Domino's and Darden Restaurants (DRI).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Go inside the AFC East draft with Sean Sullivan. He's all over every pick in this speedy but thorough breakdown. Enjoy!
Plenty of intrigue in the NFC North and draft guru Sean Sullivan is all over what this division drafted in this quick but detailed breakdown.Enjoy!
On today's episode, Clay is joined by Joseph Shaposhnik to discuss the launch of his new ETF, Rainwater Equity. The Rainwater Equity ETF just launched on June 18th, 2025, under the ticker RW, and its objective is to compound capital at an above-average rate by investing in publicly listed recurring revenue businesses. The fund Joseph managed at his previous firm compounded at 16.7% since 2015, versus the S&P 500's 13.1% over that same time period. It was also the top-performing fund out of 343 in its US Large Cap Core Equity category by Nasdaq eVestment. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 02:39 - Joseph's lessons from spending a day with Peter Lynch. 12:09 - Why the active management industry is broken and how Joseph has set out to fix it. 22:12 - Why Bill Miller invested in Joseph's new ETF. 28:25 - Why recurring revenue is the ultimate business model. 40:11 - Whether any of the Magnificent 7 companies fit into Joseph's recurring revenue framework. 46:35 - The role that valuation plays in Joseph's quality investing framework. 55:30 - Joseph's top stock pick to hold for the next 20 years. 01:03:00 - Why Joseph is attracted to the aerospace aftermarket industry. 01:08:09 - Why Joseph chose the ETF structure over the mutual fund. 01:10:53 - How Joseph determined the appropriate position sizing for his fund. And so much more! Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here. Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Related Episode: TIP622: Finding Certainty in an Uncertain World w/ Joseph Shaposhnik. Related Episode: TIP522: Unconventional Wisdom from the Greatest Minds in Investing w/ Joseph Shaposhnik. Follow Joseph on LinkedIn & X. Follow Clay on LinkedIn & X. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: SimpleMining Hardblock AnchorWatch Unchained Human Rights Foundation Vanta Indeed Fundrise Onramp Netsuite reMarkable Shopify HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Spotify! It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it! Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://premium.theinvestorspodcast.com/ Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm