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Welcome to another Q&A show - this week we cover tax free cash from DB pensions, annuities vs drawdown and whether you should pay down a buy to let mortgage or invest. Plus quite a bit more! Shownotes: https://meaningfulmoney.tv/QA9  Questions 00:41 Question 1 Hi Pete and Roger. Thanks for your wisdom over the years. My question came about from an answer you gave on a previous Q&A about AVCs and tax free cash. You mentioned it was possible (sometimes) to use AVCs as tax free cash to preserve the maximum DB benefit. I have some follow up questions that relate to - A small DB pension that doesn't appear to offer tax free cash. - A small DB pension that does offer tax free cash, but I have left that job so can no longer contribute to that pension (AVCs or otherwise) I don't have AVCs in these pensions, but I do have a DC pot separately. Would I be able to use take tax free money from my DC pension if I took it at the same time I took the DB pension sort of in lieu of the tax free component of my overall pension? I suspect this is clutching at straws, but thought it worth checking. Many thanks. Loyal listener, Mark 03:11 Question 2 Hi Pete & Roger! I hail from Northern Ireland and enjoy your Podcast to keep my mind active and up to date in all things financial - Top job. I have been looking at having a go at Voyant after various spreadsheets of my own as a way to play with the numbers so was considering a meaningful academy course - question is which course is right for me? I am in mid 40's and financially secure so in theory wealth all ready built? Mortgage paid, multiple residential and commercial properties owned debt free and an sizeable equity portfolio and so should I be looking at the retirement or wealth course? John   05:30 Question 3 Great podcast and been an avid listener for the last year. I have a question which, I think I know the answer but I'd be curious on your perspective. Background: - I divorced in 2021 and as part of that agreed to transfer the house over to my ex-wife and a charge put on the deeds so that when it's sold I'm owed a percentage of the sale. - The house going on the market will be (or should be) triggered when my youngest son reaches 18 or leaves full-time education. This will be either 2028 or 2031. - Since the divorce I've been able to purchase another house and this is my permanent residence. I'm a higher rate tax payer, and when that ex-marital home is sold I'd expect to get somewhere around £200k. However I won't actually need that to hit my retirement goals and would prefer to pass that onto my 3 kids. Could you please discuss options on how I might do that in the most tax efficient way. Best Regards, Dave   10:38 Question 4 Hello Pete & Rog, I stumbled across the show a month ago and have been "binge listening" since then, its amazing, where have you been all my life, keep it up guys. I am actively preaching the Gospel according to Pete to all and sundry. I am a 61 years old Veteran in receipt of a Military (DB) pension to the amount of £18k per annum, which is index linked to CPI. Additional to this, I have a moderate private pension to the amount of £150k which I contribute £500 per month, it has an approx growth of circa 15% I also have a small Stocks and Shares ISA, valued at £15k which I contribute a minimum of £250 per month, this is also growing at approx 14% pa. I am currently working and contributing the minimum amount into a work placed pension with NEST. I am planning to look at retirement at either my next birthday in October 25 (62yrs old) or continue until 65 as I am enjoying work. I have deliberately avoiding factoring in my wife as she is a senior manager within the public sector and has a good DB scheme Final/Average earnings Pension. My question is pension related and I have a dilemma as to decide between either an Annuity to boost my Mil Pension or veer towards a form of drawdown option at a higher rate until SPA and then look to reduce down withdrawals in order to be tax efficient and make it last longer? I am debt free with mortgage paid off and only real major expense is a holiday account which we both contribute to as we like luxury holidays, I hear Rog saying "spend it now". No plans to put anything towards estate planning as both sons are very successful and they will probably inherit our home in time. Just looking for some guidance on what feels may be the right decision under the circumstances, keep up the great work guys, love the show. Michael   16:34 Question 5 Dear Pete & Rog, I have a pensions Annual Allowance query, the answer to which might be of interest to the MeMo community. A relative uses salary sacrifice for her occupational DC pension scheme, and the employer contributes £40k, annually, into her plan. Normally, she doesn't make any personal contributions into any pension schemes, but after receiving a windfall, she is minded to do so via a newly opened SIPP — she has rejected the option of increasing her salary sacrifice amount, and wishes to contribute part of her windfall separately from her occupational DC scheme. Her (post-sacrifice) relevant UK earnings are £35k, so she is planning to contribute £20k gross into the SIPP (£16k net); in order to consume the full Annual Allowance limit of £60k [£40k (employer) + £20k (personal)]. The SIPP provider has advised her that she can actually contribute the whole £35k (gross) by using ‘carry forward'; as she hasn't made any personal contributions in previous years [she's only ever used salary sacrifice]. Is the SIPP provider correct? Kind Regards, James   18:15 Question 6 Husband and I are in our late 50's. We have a £30k interest only mortgage on our home, with £350k of interest only mortgages on 3 buy to let's. Husband has £350k in personal pension and I have a civil service pension (I have taken my final salary element of civil service pension). My B2L' s give £2300 income per month against associated costs of £1100 per month. My question is around reducing our borrowing versus investing in stocks and shares ISA. I have been comfortable in having my buy to let's on interest only mortgages but I am now questioning my approach. We are intending holding at least 2 of the 3 properties throughout our retirement. I am thinking of using the next 5 years to position ourselves for our retirement. I could start to invest £500 into a stocks and shares ISA or I could pay down the mortgages. I am torn between approaches and would value your input on this. I have only just discovered your podcast and it is now a weekly listen for me. I hope I have explained this fully and look forward to hearing your views. Helen.  

We are thrilled to bring you insights from a recent episode of The ASHHRA Podcast featuring Katie Cullinan, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Nuvance Health. With over two decades of experience in HR, Katie's journey from architecture to the heart of healthcare HR showcases her adaptability and relentless pursuit of purpose.In this episode, Luke Carignan navigates a vibrant discussion with Katie on the importance of aligning personal fulfillment with professional roles. Katie eloquently shares her path to HR—from exploring the creative realms of architecture, moving through robust project management, to embracing organizational development and then HR. Her insights highlight the significance of finding what genuinely fulfills you during your professional journey.Key Highlights:Embracing Authenticity: Katie delves into how bringing your authentic self to work can ignite both personal and professional transformation. She emphasizes the power of diverse experiences and fostering an environment where different perspectives drive innovation.Work-Life Harmony: A fascinating discussion unfolds around the concept of "work-life harmony" over balance. Katie shares her personal strategies for managing priorities, reinforcing the idea that the scales of work and personal life can ebb and flow harmoniously.Listening as Leadership: Katie reveals her dedication to listening, a skill she actively hones every day. Whether it's making informed business decisions or fostering strategic HR partnerships, listening is the cornerstone of her leadership success.Culture of Empowerment: From offering PTO strategies to cultivating a culture where employees feel valued and heard, Katie's leadership at NuVance Health is built on empowerment and support.Katie's journey and insights serve as a profound reminder of the impact of intentional leadership and living a life aligned with your values. Whether you're navigating your career in HR or any other industry, there is much to glean from Katie's experiences.We encourage you to listen to the full episode if you haven't already—it's brimming with practical wisdom and heartfelt advice. As always, thank you for being part of our vibrant community dedicated to advancing healthcare HR.Best Regards,The ASHHRA Podcast Team Support the show

We're thrilled to share with you the latest special episode of The ASHHRA Podcast. This episode dives into the critical topic of how recent election results impact the 340B drug pricing program—a program essential for healthcare HR professionals.Featured Experts:Sarah Hearn: Strategic Health Care Market Adviser at RxBenefitsRhiannon Klein: National Director of Advocacy for Community Voices for 340BPeggy Tighe: Lawyer, Lobbyist, and Legislative Consultant (Principal at Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville PC)Key Highlights:Overview of the 340B ProgramPeggy Tighe provides a concise history and foundational perspective of the 340B program, established to help specific healthcare providers obtain medications at reduced prices to serve vulnerable communities. Peggy emphasizes the ongoing struggle between the program's intent and the pressures from pharmaceutical companies and PBMs (Pharmacy Benefit Managers).Election Impact on HealthcareOur experts explore how the recent election and new administration might affect the 340B program. Peggy reveals potential threats like the possibility of removing the non-profit status of hospitals, which could have devastating effects on healthcare providers' ability to serve communities.The Role of Advocacy and LegislationRhiannon Klein discusses grassroots advocacy's importance and the organization's role in educating and mobilizing supporters to protect the 340B program. She emphasizes that the fight for fair drug pricing isn't just a political issue; it's a moral imperative affecting countless lives.Contract Pharmacy RestrictionsBoth Peggy and Sarah delve into the implications of the Genesis Health case and how contract pharmacy restrictions are undermining the 340B program. They explain how such restrictions harm healthcare providers and the strategies being employed to counteract these changes.RxBenefits and Healthcare Cost ManagementSarah Hearn explains how RxBenefits is working with healthcare clients to optimize the 340B savings and reduce overall drug costs. Sarah highlights the importance of shifting 340B volume in-house and ensuring compliance to maximize benefits.Looking AheadOur experts leave listeners with actionable insights and resources to better prepare for the changing healthcare landscape. Peggy encourages everyone to stay informed and involved through advocacy organizations like CB 340B, NAC, and Ryan White Clinics for 340B.Listen Now!Don't miss this essential episode filled with expert insights and actionable advice. Stay tuned for part 2 of this critical discussion, where we will explore post-election impacts and future strategies for healthcare HR leaders.Best Regards,The ASHHRA Podcast TeamSponsor informationwww.LFG.com/HealthcareLincoln Financial annuities, life insurance, and workplace solutions help nearly 17 million customers confidently plan for their financial future. Lincoln Financial. Your Tomorrow. Our Priority. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation and its insurance companies and broker/dealer affiliate Lincoln Financial Distributors, Inc.  Support the show

We had the pleasure of chatting with Russell Podgorski, Executive Director of Talent Acquisition at Providence, on this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast. We dove deep into the evolving world of healthcare recruitment, organizational culture, and leveraging technology for talent acquisition. Here are three key takeaways from our insightful conversation:Innovation in Talent Sourcing: Russell emphasizes the importance of combining advanced technology with genuine human interactions. By integrating CRM systems and AI, organizations like Providence can tailor candidate experiences and enhance relationship-building, ensuring the right fit beyond just resumes and cover letters.Organizational Culture Match: Aligning a candidate's character and leadership style with the organization's culture is crucial. As Russell shared, focusing on soft skills, such as organizational agility and consensus influence, has significantly improved retention rates and leadership effectiveness at Providence.Beyond Traditional Applications: Traditional application processes often fall short in capturing top talent. Networking, personal connections, and innovative approaches to recruitment can more effectively identify and secure the best candidates. Technology can play a pivotal role in optimizing this, enabling candidates to be matched with roles that truly suit their skills and aspirations.Tune in to The ASHHRA Podcast for more on how Providence is leading the way in healthcare recruitment, and gain valuable insights that could transform your approach to talent acquisition!Best Regards,The ASHHRA Podcast TeamThis episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/3ZaurZN Support the show

This episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, features an insightful conversation with Karla Muniz, the esteemed Chief People Officer at IMA Medical Group in Central Florida. Join our hosts, Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan, as they dive deep into Karla's extensive career and her invaluable contributions to both the HR field and the boardrooms of non-profit organizations.In This Episode:The Intersection of HR and Non-Profits: Karla shares her experiences from serving on various non-profit boards for 12-14 years, emphasizing the critical role HR professionals can play in strategic planning and leadership evaluation. She highlights the unique value that HR skills bring, especially in organizations often lacking a full HR department.Career Journey and Innovations: From her beginnings with a paid internship at a call center to pivotal roles at JPMorgan Chase and AdventHealth, Karla's journey is a testament to growth and innovation in HR. Learn about her groundbreaking work with AI in recruitment and her leadership in large-scale ERP implementation projects affecting tens of thousands of employees.People-First Approach: The episode underscores the importance of prioritizing people, process, and technology (PPT) in that order. Karla and the hosts discuss the significance of empathy, change management, and involving employees in process improvements, particularly in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare.Collaborative Efforts: The conversation also sheds light on the crucial relationship between HR and IT departments. Karla shares how leveraging IT resources can enhance HR processes and drive organizational success, supported by real-world anecdotes and personal experiences.Empowering Change: Karla's commitment to empowering her team and fostering innovation during COVID-19, particularly through the development of an employee redeployment app, showcases her leadership and dedication to both her organization and community.We hope you find this episode as enriching and inspiring as we did! Don't forget to connect with Karla Muniz and share your thoughts on this episode with us. Your feedback is always appreciated and helps us bring you the best content.Thank you for being a valued member of our podcast community. We look forward to your engagement and support in our ongoing journey to explore the dynamic world of HR.Best Regards,The ASHHRA Podcast TeamThis episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/3ZaurZN Support the show

This episode of The ASHHRA Podcast features the insightful and inspiring Gretchen Nery, the Director of Employee Services at AdventHealth. As always, our co-hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo bring their energy and expertise to the discussion, ensuring an episode you won't want to miss.Episode Highlights:1. The Executive Summit in Savannah: Luke and Bo kick off the episode discussing the exclusive Executive Summit event in Savannah, Georgia. This invite-only event is a unique opportunity for leaders to connect. If you're interested in attending, make sure to email Bo and Luke at [bo@theboandlukeshow.com or luke@theboandlukeshow.com]!2. Journey of a Road Warrior: Gretchen shares her easy road trip from Orlando to Savannah, providing a refreshing perspective on the perks of solo travel and how it can be a productive time to listen to music, podcasts, or an audiobook.3. Role at AdventHealth: Learn about Gretchen's impressive journey within AdventHealth, her background in HR technology, and her pivotal role in HR shared services. With over eight years at AdventHealth, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.4. Making HR Easy and Scalable: Gretchen dives deep into the significance of scalability and standardization within HR processes, especially in a growing organization like AdventHealth. She emphasizes the focus on making services easy and accessible for all team members.5. Embracing Empathy in Leadership: Discover how AdventHealth incorporates empathetic leadership by fostering a culture of collaboration and direct communication across all departments. Gretchen discusses the importance of understanding the end-user experience to improve HR services.6. The Power of Collaboration: Explore how AdventHealth's collaborative environment enables seamless integration of new technologies and processes. Gretchen outlines the strategies used to involve stakeholders at every level, ensuring the success of system implementations like Workday.Additional Takeaways:The importance of customer service in HR functions and the continuous efforts to enhance it.The culture of continuous improvement and innovation at AdventHealth.Tips for other organizations looking to scale their HR processes effectively.Special Shoutouts:At the end of the episode, Gretchen gives a special shoutout to her incredible team at AdventHealth and her leaders, Tom and Olesea, for their unwavering support.As always, we value your feedback. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reply to this email or connect with us on social media.Best Regards,The ASHHRA Podcast TeamThis episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/3ZaurZNSupport the show

Should you go on a tour of the whiskies of Scotland with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #682? Subscribe now! The Friel Sisters, Kevin Meehan, Cherish The Ladies, Dancing With Hobbits, Enda Reilly, Adam Agee & Jon Sousa, Keltricity, La famille LeBlanc, Dublin Gulch, The Inland Seas, Sheridan Rúitín, Old Man Flanagan's Ghost, Stout Pounders, Michael Darcy & The Atlantic Tramps, The Ciderhouse Rebellion, Molly Donnery GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items for Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2024 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2024 episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! 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I just enjoyed the convenience as I am not able to stream music much at work (bandwidth) but Amazon Prime Music seemed to always work. Best Regards," Robin followed that up with: "Hello Marc,  Enjoy your trip! Thanks for getting back to me and for the link. There's good news though, your Celtic Christmas podcasts are still available on Amazon Prime! Love it always, any time of the year. " Patrick Rieger emailed some photos: "Hi Marc, My family and I have been busy the past month with a stop at our favorite pub and two renaissance festivals, so I'll be sending a few emails about the incredible musicians we enjoyed. On August 24, we went to Mullaney's Harp & Fiddle to see John McCann and Hamish, and an hour after they started everyone, including John and Hamish, got a surprise: the third member of the Corned Beef and Curry Band dropped in, Bob Banerjee. Bob is the most incredible fiddle player I have ever seen, and he has an endless number of bad jokes. He is the curry in the band's name, having been born in India. So for a few hours, this great band was back together. Irish musician Mark Guiser was in the audience that night, and was invited onto the stage for a few songs. Two wedding parties then dropped in for some post - reception fun. The energy, excitement and fun hadn't been that high at the Harp in a long time, and my wife and I only left because our son needed to get to bed. In one photo is The Corned Beef & Curry Band, from left to right, John McCann, Bob Banerjee, and Hamish, In the other, Mark Guiser and Bob. They were playing Hallelujah with Mark singing."

Special Announcement #1 Attend the Legendary Summer Intensive Featuring Drs. David Burns and Jill Levitt August 8 - 11. 2024 Learn Advanced TEAM-CBT skills Heal yourself, heal your patients First Intensive in 5 years! It will knock your socks off! Limited Seating--Act Fast Click for registration / more information! Sadly, this workshop is a training program which will be limited to therapists and mental health professionals and graduate students in a mental health field  Apologies, but therapists have complained when non-therapists have attended our continuing education training programs. This is partly because of the intimate nature of the small group exercises and the personal work the therapists may do during the workshop. Certified coaches and counselors are welcome to attend. Special Announcement #2 Here's some GREAT news! The Feeling Great App is now available in both app stores (IOS and Android) and is for therapists and the general public, and you can take a ride for free! Check it Today's Ask David Podcast We have lots of great questions today. The answers in the show notes were written prior to the podcast, and the answers in the live podcast as we discussed these questions may differ somewhat or amplify the written materials in these show notes. We love your questions. Remember to send them to David@feelinggood.com. Ask David Questions for Today Bosley asks: My father can be very critical of my plans for the future. What's the best way to respond to him? Willie asks: I have a dating questions. Why do women keep ghosting me? Should they be more willing to work out differences with the Five Secrets of Communication? Marc asks: In your book, When Panic Attacks, you mentioned that sometimes people feel “trapped.” What should you do when you're struggling with this feeling?   1. Bosley asks: My father can be very critical of my plans for the future. What's the best way to respond to him? "To explain somewhat concisely, I just want to move to the nearest major city (Seattle) since I feel really really happy there. I also love volunteering for a specific organization and have some community there that I care about, and I feel very isolated having been away from for months. I'm willing to carry the load of all the work I would need to do to make it happen, and do a business training my dad wants me to complete. He has other thoughts. He looks down on volunteering and his thoughts on friends are simply that I can make new ones anyway. He is very aggressive and intimidating in his arguments, full of insults and many factually incorrect statements that are difficult to disarm on the fly. He shoots down the idea upon mention, so it's difficult to collaborate to find mutually beneficial solutions. He is a successful businessman, despite recent financial issues, and has a sort of strict plan for me that he has wanted me to follow, although I really don't feel this conflicts with his goals to have me run things in the future. I'm just worried since he has a long past of being emotionally abusive and of going back on his word. Plus, I just want some autonomy. In the end, it's his way or the highway. He says “You keep scheming and going down a twisted path instead of doing what I tell you.” David's reply I suggested he might complete the first four steps of the Relationship Journal so we could see how he's communicating with his dad. Here is Bosley's partially partially completed Relationship Journal (showing steps 1 to 4, but not 5.)   Step 1 – S/he said: Write down exactly what the other person said. Be brief: You keep scheming and going down a twisted path instead of doing what I tell you! Step 2 – I said: Write down exactly what you said next. Be brief: What? Circle or bold the emotions S/HE might have been feeling Circle or bold the emotions YOU were feeling Sad, blue, depressed, down, unhappy Sad, blue, depressed, down, unhappy Anxious, worried, panicky, nervous, frightened Anxious, worried, panicky, nervous, frightened Guilty, remorseful, bad, ashamed Guilty, remorseful, bad, ashamed Inferior, worthless, inadequate, defective, incompetent Inferior, worthless, inadequate, defective, incompetent Lonely, unloved, unwanted, rejected, alone, abandoned Lonely, unloved, unwanted, rejected, alone, abandoned Embarrassed, foolish, humiliated, self-conscious Embarrassed, foolish, humiliated, self-conscious Hopeless, discouraged, pessimistic, despairing Hopeless, discouraged, pessimistic, despairing Frustrated, stuck, thwarted, defeated Frustrated, stuck, thwarted, defeated Angry, mad, resentful, annoyed, irritated, upset, furious Angry, mad, resentful, annoyed, irritated, upset, furious Other (specify) Other (specify)   Step 3 – Good Vs. Bad Communication: Was your response an example of good or bad communication? Use the EAR Checklist to analyze what you wrote down in Step 2 Step 4 – Consequences: Did your response in Step 2 make the problem better or worse? Why? It probably made things worse. I came off dismissive, which probably confirmed for him that I automatically ignored any advice or direction that he gave me. I wasn't assertive in fear of escalating anger or just being shut down anyway, but that also maintains the status quo. I didn't, and typically don't, show a caring respectful attitude. This, I think, allows his anger to continue snowballing into more intensity. 2. Willie asks why women he's dating “ghost” him instead of working out the problems in the relationship using the techniques in your book, Feeling Good Together. Good morning, Dr. Burns! I hope you are doing well! I want to start off by saying that I love your books and they've played a massive role in changing my personality for the better. However, there is a question I struggle with. In feeling good together, you say that one can keep status quo, solve their problem, or walk away from a relationship. I lean very strongly on the side of always wanting to solve problems. However, at my age, most of girls I date err on the side of just walking away and this opens me up for unnecessary headache and pain. I don't know where to draw the line? My heart says that any two reasonable adults can always make a relationship work given that at least one wants to make things better and, unfortunately, this does not seem to be the case in my experiences. Your insight would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for taking the time! Best Regards, Willie David's reply Thank you, Willie, I'd love to use this as an Ask David question for one of the podcasts, if that's okay, using your first name or a fake name if you prefer. Here's the super short answer. I wrote a book on that exact topic called Intimate Connections. Essentially you probably need to learn a little more about how to “play the game” when dating. You'll see what this means when you read the book. Warmly, david Willie's Response: Good morning, Dr. Burns! Frankly, I was not expecting a response at all, much less as quick as it was. For this, I truly want to thank you for taking the time to do so. Secondly, it will be my honor if you do bring it up to your podcast. Please don't use my first name - I'd prefer staying anonymous. Please do let me know which podcast this will be so I can give it a listen as well. Lastly, thank you so much for referring me to your book. That will be my next read so I am super excited. If you have any other books which you believe are worth reading which will be beneficial in the dating world, corporate world, etc., please point me to those. I absolutely love your books and their effects on me have been immeasurable. Thank you! Willie I wrote back and suggested we could use the fake name Willie, as he wanted to remain anonymous, and he responded: Now that you say, Willie is definitely sexier! Question: when are you planning on doing the next episode with this question in it? I wouldn't want to miss it.   Here was my response to “Willie.” We'll just read your question, and then provide opinions. My career in private practice has a majority of single individuals who were trying unsuccessfully to connect in the dating world. That's why I wrote that book, which is intensely personal as I was the biggest loser of all for a long time because I was a minister's son and never learned how to “play the game” or be a “bad boy.” But I learned from a friend who was a “hustler” when I was in medical school. I learned a tremendous amount, including that there is a game-playing phase in dating, and a time to be more serious, open and vulnerable. The biggest mistake men make is trying to get too serious when they should be playing the game. What's the game? Well, you'd know if you ever had or loved a cat. If you chase them enthusiastically, you force them to run away. You have to learn how to make them chase you. Many men are stubborn about this, and lamely insist, “But I shouldn't have to play the game!” My answer would be, “You don't! Especially if you don't want to get laid and have lots of ladies chasing you!” Warmly, david   Willie's response This is extremely valuable to me. I never knew that you come from a religious background and I do too so I do want to ask you some more questions / share my experience. One pattern I am noticing is that either Muslim ladies have a lot of religious trauma or they have very strict conservative values - usually a combination of both. In the modern world, I try using dating apps and might get matched with someone 2-3 states away so usually we would hop on a FaceTime and the topic of religion almost always comes up. And, due to differing opinions, they just walk away which deeply upsets me because they make the false assumption that humans are snapshots in time i.e., opinions / perspectives don't change. In fact, a personal experience I would like to share with you. I was in a relationship for 1.5 yrs (long distance) and it just ended 1-2 months ago. Our intention was always to get married. However, a few weeks before breaking up with me, she basically said "oh you don't pray and I cannot even imagine my future husband not praying etc etc" and she ended things with me on that. I even tried using the 5 methods of effective communication to acknowledge and validate her opinions while simultaneously sharing mine but she was dead set and did not even want to think about working on problems. How could I "play the game" in such instances or over long distances?   David's response Hi Willie, The principles of dating are the same in all cultures for the most part, and one rule is “Never chase a distancer.” So, when she switches to religion, you could use the listen skills subset of the Five Secrets, and buy in to what she's saying, WITHOUT arguing or presenting your own thinking. You can admire her, urge her to tell you more about her religious feelings and spiritual life, using liberal Thought and Feeling Empathy, and lots of Disarming Techniques, and Stroking, with Gentle Inquiry. You would NOT chase, or try to persuade, or argue, or defend yourself. Be totally admiring and other-centered at those times. If she says she wants to break up, you might say that you've been sensing some distance, and are relieved that she is doing that, because you, too, would like to date other women, but that the two of you can still be friends if she promises not to get romantically involved with you, and that you will be on the lookout for some really great guys she might want to date. This is a paradoxical approach, and it is an art form. And I can also tell you to date other women immediately, and the moment you find one you like better than her, she will find out, even if no one tells her, and she will likely want you back again. That's because of the Burns rule, which states: “People NEVER want what they CAN have; they ONLY want they CAN'T have!” Now, if you tell me this approach is phony, I would tell you that you're 200% right! And it's not only incredibly phony, it's amazingly effective! And a kinder word that “phony” might be to say that when someone starts pulling away, you have to switch into this style and strategic approach, and stop trying to be loving and sincere or logical, etc. Do NOT chase, simply open your hands and let go. It's the exact same strategy you might use to get close to a cat! Best, david Hi Willie, If you'd like, you can send me an example of what one of the Muslim ladies said to you, and exactly what you said next. Please select an interaction that didn't go well. Then I can analyze your response and suggest some alternative ways to respond in a dating situation. In fact, if you like, you can record it on the Relationship Journal that I've attached. Please fill in steps 1 through 4. Please do this right away as we record tomorrow. Best, david   Hi Dr. Burns, I cannot even tell you how much these emails are already changing my outlook. I truly want to thank you for taking the time and responding to these. One thing that caught my eye is the paradoxical approach. I never thought about it. In my mind, I feel you should work on relationships / never let go but if letting go is working on it, then that is something I really need to do. I am attaching two copies of the Relationship journal. One dealing with the topic of drugs and one with prayer. One thing I will tell you is that I usually bring these topics up myself because, in my mind, I don't want to deceive anyone and get these big topics out of the way as early on as I can and I think I am making a mistake somewhere here. Thank you, again, for taking the time and responding to these emails! Looking forward to what you think about the topics of conflict I have been having! Best Willie

Special Announcement #1 Attend the Legendary Summer Intensive Featuring Drs. David Burns and Jill Levitt August 8 - 11. 2024 Learn Advanced TEAM-CBT skills Heal yourself, heal your patients First Intensive in 5 years! It will knock your socks off! Limited Seating--Act Fast Click for registration / more information! Sadly, this workshop is a training program which will be limited to therapists and mental health professionals and graduate students in a mental health field  Apologies, but therapists have complained when non-therapists have attended our continuing education training programs. This is partly because of the intimate nature of the small group exercises and the personal work the therapists may do during the workshop. Certified coaches and counselors are welcome to attend. Special Announcement #2 Here's some GREAT news! The Feeling Great App is now available in both app stores (IOS and Android) and is for therapists and the general public, and you can take a ride for free! Check it Today's Ask David Podcast We have lots of great questions today. The answers in the show notes were written prior to the podcast, and the answers in the live podcast as we discussed these questions may differ somewhat or amplify the written materials in these show notes. We love your questions. Remember to send them to David@feelinggood.com. Ask David Questions for Today Bosley asks: My father can be very critical of my plans for the future. What's the best way to respond to him? Willie asks: I have a dating questions. Why do women keep ghosting me? Should they be more willing to work out differences with the Five Secrets of Communication? 1. Bosley asks: My father can be very critical of my plans for the future. What's the best way to respond to him? "To explain somewhat concisely, I just want to move to the nearest major city (Seattle) since I feel really really happy there. I also love volunteering for a specific organization and have some community there that I care about, and I feel very isolated having been away from for months. I'm willing to carry the load of all the work I would need to do to make it happen, and do a business training my dad wants me to complete. He has other thoughts. He looks down on volunteering and his thoughts on friends are simply that I can make new ones anyway. He is very aggressive and intimidating in his arguments, full of insults and many factually incorrect statements that are difficult to disarm on the fly. He shoots down the idea upon mention, so it's difficult to collaborate to find mutually beneficial solutions. He is a successful businessman, despite recent financial issues, and has a sort of strict plan for me that he has wanted me to follow, although I really don't feel this conflicts with his goals to have me run things in the future. I'm just worried since he has a long past of being emotionally abusive and of going back on his word. Plus, I just want some autonomy. In the end, it's his way or the highway. He says “You keep scheming and going down a twisted path instead of doing what I tell you.” David's reply I suggested he might complete the first four steps of the Relationship Journal so we could see how he's communicating with his dad. Here is Bosley's partially partially completed Relationship Journal (showing steps 1 to 4, but not 5.)   Step 1 – S/he said: Write down exactly what the other person said. Be brief: You keep scheming and going down a twisted path instead of doing what I tell you! Step 2 – I said: Write down exactly what you said next. Be brief: What? Circle or bold the emotions S/HE might have been feeling Circle or bold the emotions YOU were feeling Sad, blue, depressed, down, unhappy Sad, blue, depressed, down, unhappy Anxious, worried, panicky, nervous, frightened Anxious, worried, panicky, nervous, frightened Guilty, remorseful, bad, ashamed Guilty, remorseful, bad, ashamed Inferior, worthless, inadequate, defective, incompetent Inferior, worthless, inadequate, defective, incompetent Lonely, unloved, unwanted, rejected, alone, abandoned Lonely, unloved, unwanted, rejected, alone, abandoned Embarrassed, foolish, humiliated, self-conscious Embarrassed, foolish, humiliated, self-conscious Hopeless, discouraged, pessimistic, despairing Hopeless, discouraged, pessimistic, despairing Frustrated, stuck, thwarted, defeated Frustrated, stuck, thwarted, defeated Angry, mad, resentful, annoyed, irritated, upset, furious Angry, mad, resentful, annoyed, irritated, upset, furious Other (specify) Other (specify)   Step 3 – Good Vs. Bad Communication: Was your response an example of good or bad communication? Use the EAR Checklist to analyze what you wrote down in Step 2 Step 4 – Consequences: Did your response in Step 2 make the problem better or worse? Why? It probably made things worse. I came off dismissive, which probably confirmed for him that I automatically ignored any advice or direction that he gave me. I wasn't assertive in fear of escalating anger or just being shut down anyway, but that also maintains the status quo. I didn't, and typically don't, show a caring respectful attitude. This, I think, allows his anger to continue snowballing into more intensity. 2. Willie asks why women he's dating “ghost” him instead of working out the problems in the relationship using the techniques in your book, Feeling Good Together. Good morning, Dr. Burns! I hope you are doing well! I want to start off by saying that I love your books and they've played a massive role in changing my personality for the better. However, there is a question I struggle with. In feeling good together, you say that one can keep status quo, solve their problem, or walk away from a relationship. I lean very strongly on the side of always wanting to solve problems. However, at my age, most of girls I date err on the side of just walking away and this opens me up for unnecessary headache and pain. I don't know where to draw the line? My heart says that any two reasonable adults can always make a relationship work given that at least one wants to make things better and, unfortunately, this does not seem to be the case in my experiences. Your insight would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for taking the time! Best Regards, Willie David's reply Thank you, Willie, I'd love to use this as an Ask David question for one of the podcasts, if that's okay, using your first name or a fake name if you prefer. Here's the super short answer. I wrote a book on that exact topic called Intimate Connections. Essentially you probably need to learn a little more about how to “play the game” when dating. You'll see what this means when you read the book. Warmly, david Willie's Response: Good morning, Dr. Burns! Frankly, I was not expecting a response at all, much less as quick as it was. For this, I truly want to thank you for taking the time to do so. Secondly, it will be my honor if you do bring it up to your podcast. Please don't use my first name - I'd prefer staying anonymous. Please do let me know which podcast this will be so I can give it a listen as well. Lastly, thank you so much for referring me to your book. That will be my next read so I am super excited. If you have any other books which you believe are worth reading which will be beneficial in the dating world, corporate world, etc., please point me to those. I absolutely love your books and their effects on me have been immeasurable. Thank you! Willie I wrote back and suggested we could use the fake name Willie, as he wanted to remain anonymous, and he responded: Now that you say, Willie is definitely sexier! Question: when are you planning on doing the next episode with this question in it? I wouldn't want to miss it.   Here was my response to “Willie.” We'll just read your question, and then provide opinions. My career in private practice has a majority of single individuals who were trying unsuccessfully to connect in the dating world. That's why I wrote that book, which is intensely personal as I was the biggest loser of all for a long time because I was a minister's son and never learned how to “play the game” or be a “bad boy.” But I learned from a friend who was a “hustler” when I was in medical school. I learned a tremendous amount, including that there is a game-playing phase in dating, and a time to be more serious, open and vulnerable. The biggest mistake men make is trying to get too serious when they should be playing the game. What's the game? Well, you'd know if you ever had or loved a cat. If you chase them enthusiastically, you force them to run away. You have to learn how to make them chase you. Many men are stubborn about this, and lamely insist, “But I shouldn't have to play the game!” My answer would be, “You don't! Especially if you don't want to get laid and have lots of ladies chasing you!” Warmly, david Willie's response This is extremely valuable to me. I never knew that you come from a religious background and I do too so I do want to ask you some more questions / share my experience. One pattern I am noticing is that either Muslim ladies have a lot of religious trauma or they have very strict conservative values - usually a combination of both. In the modern world, I try using dating apps and might get matched with someone 2-3 states away so usually we would hop on a FaceTime and the topic of religion almost always comes up. And, due to differing opinions, they just walk away which deeply upsets me because they make the false assumption that humans are snapshots in time i.e., opinions / perspectives don't change. In fact, a personal experience I would like to share with you. I was in a relationship for 1.5 yrs (long distance) and it just ended 1-2 months ago. Our intention was always to get married. However, a few weeks before breaking up with me, she basically said "oh you don't pray and I cannot even imagine my future husband not praying etc etc" and she ended things with me on that. I even tried using the 5 methods of effective communication to acknowledge and validate her opinions while simultaneously sharing mine but she was dead set and did not even want to think about working on problems. How could I "play the game" in such instances or over long distances?   David's response Hi Willie, The principles of dating are the same in all cultures for the most part, and one rule is “Never chase a distancer.” So, when she switches to religion, you could use the listen skills subset of the Five Secrets, and buy in to what she's saying, WITHOUT arguing or presenting your own thinking. You can admire her, urge her to tell you more about her religious feelings and spiritual life, using liberal Thought and Feeling Empathy, and lots of Disarming Techniques, and Stroking, with Gentle Inquiry. You would NOT chase, or try to persuade, or argue, or defend yourself. Be totally admiring and other-centered at those times. If she says she wants to break up, you might say that you've been sensing some distance, and are relieved that she is doing that, because you, too, would like to date other women, but that the two of you can still be friends if she promises not to get romantically involved with you, and that you will be on the lookout for some really great guys she might want to date. This is a paradoxical approach, and it is an art form. And I can also tell you to date other women immediately, and the moment you find one you like better than her, she will find out, even if no one tells her, and she will likely want you back again. That's because of the Burns rule, which states: “People NEVER want what they CAN have; they ONLY want they CAN'T have!” Now, if you tell me this approach is phony, I would tell you that you're 200% right! And it's not only incredibly phony, it's amazingly effective! And a kinder word that “phony” might be to say that when someone starts pulling away, you have to switch into this style and strategic approach, and stop trying to be loving and sincere or logical, etc. Do NOT chase, simply open your hands and let go. It's the exact same strategy you might use to get close to a cat! Best, david Hi Willie, If you'd like, you can send me an example of what one of the Muslim ladies said to you, and exactly what you said next. Please select an interaction that didn't go well. Then I can analyze your response and suggest some alternative ways to respond in a dating situation. In fact, if you like, you can record it on the Relationship Journal that I've attached. Please fill in steps 1 through 4. Please do this right away as we record tomorrow. Best, david   Hi Dr. Burns, I cannot even tell you how much these emails are already changing my outlook. I truly want to thank you for taking the time and responding to these. One thing that caught my eye is the paradoxical approach. I never thought about it. In my mind, I feel you should work on relationships / never let go but if letting go is working on it, then that is something I really need to do. I am attaching two copies of the Relationship journal. One dealing with the topic of drugs and one with prayer. One thing I will tell you is that I usually bring these topics up myself because, in my mind, I don't want to deceive anyone and get these big topics out of the way as early on as I can and I think I am making a mistake somewhere here. Thank you, again, for taking the time and responding to these emails! Looking forward to what you think about the topics of conflict I have been having! Best Willie

Send us a Text Message.We're thrilled to bring you the highlights from our latest episode featuring the esteemed Dr. Linda Lawrence—executive coach, founder of People Always Healthcare Consulting, and former senior leader in the military. This episode is packed with invaluable insights on leadership, work-life harmony, and the integral role of personal values and behaviors in creating impactful change.Episode Highlights:1. Leadership Driving Change:Linda underscores the paramount role of leadership in propelling change within organizations. She shares her experiences from the military and healthcare, emphasizing that true leadership prioritizes people and behaviors over mere numbers.2. People-First Leadership:Linda passionately describes how empowering and motivating teams to solve problems and innovate—without additional resources—can lead to groundbreaking solutions. Bo echoes this sentiment by sharing a story from healthcare HR, where frontline staff involvement in designing a new performance management system resulted in greater buy-in and success.3. Work-Life Harmony:In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of work-life harmony, particularly for physicians. Linda reframes work-life balance, urging everyone to reconnect with their personal values and purpose as a means to achieve true harmony.4. Physician Engagement:Linda and Bo stress the critical need for physicians to have a voice in healthcare systems. Engaging physicians in leadership development and decision-making processes is essential for creating meaningful cultural change.5. Aligning Values:The discussion highlights the importance of aligning personal values with organizational values. Both guests emphasize how leadership behaviors significantly impact organizational culture, advocating for leaders to model the behaviors they wish to see.6. A Better Healthcare System:Linda and Bo talk about the urgent need to improve healthcare delivery methods. They agree that engaged, happy healthcare staff not only leads to better patient outcomes but also enhances the overall bottom line.7. Coaching for Change:Linda explains the distinction between coaching, training, and therapy. She challenges healthcare leaders to build cultures of trust and respect, while also calling on physicians to re-engage with their roles. Linda offers her expertise through People Always Healthcare Consulting for those looking to make a real difference.8. Military Influence:The conversation also touches on Linda's military background and its impact on her understanding and implementation of work-life harmony. She stresses the necessity of self-care and family support in achieving a balanced life.Call to Action:We encourage you to listen to this episode to glean practical advice and inspiration for fostering leadership excellence and promoting a more engaged and harmonious workplace. If you're looking to dive deeper into these topics or seek professional guidance, don't hesitate to reach out to Linda through her website, [www.peoplealwayshcc.com].We hope you find this episode as enlightening and motivating as we did. Your role in your organization, community, and personal life can have a profound impact on the people around you. Let's work together to prioritize people-first leadership and create environments where everyone can thrive.Stay tuned for more great episodes and thank you for being a part of The Bo & Luke Show community!Best Regards,Bo & Luke

In this episode, our hosts Luke and Bo are joined by the incredible Tina Esposito, Senior Vice President and Chief Data Officer at Advocate Healthcare, for a deep dive into the transformative power of data and analytics within the HR space. Highlights You Don't Want to Miss:- Tina Tuesday: Discover the concept behind "Tina Tuesday" and why dedicating a day to focus on data and analytics can revolutionize HR practices.- Data-Driven Decision Making: Learn how New York Presbyterian's HR officer has fostered an environment where staff can freely discuss issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving.- AI and Predictive Modeling: Be captivated as Tina discusses the impact of AI on data compilation and presentation in HR, and the potential efficiencies AI can bring to coding and data analysis.- Merging Data and Organizations: Gain insights into the challenges and strategies of integrating data following a merger, including the move to the cloud for seamless integration.- Collaborative Efforts: Hear firsthand about the importance of asking the right questions and involving HR in decision-making in data analysis to meet organizational goals.- Tools and Techniques: Get Tina's take on her favorite tools, such as Power BI, and why fitting the tool to the need is crucial for effective data use. Special Segments:- Bo shares his experiences as the former head of HR operations at the White House, discussing the importance of predictive modeling and utilizing existing resources.- Tina offers invaluable tips for smaller organizations on how to leverage analytics and reporting, even without a dedicated data department.Professional Development:Tina provides resources for those seeking to enhance their skills in HR and data science, including educational opportunities, books, and collaborations with peers. Stay Connected:Luke and Bo express their appreciation for Tina's profound insights and mention plans to keep in touch for future discussions and updates on her groundbreaking ideas.Tune in now and transform your HR strategy!Best Regards,  The ASHHRA Podcast TeamP.S. Spread the word! Share our podcast with colleagues and friends who are passionate about data-driven HR. Together, we can achieve great things!This episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Find savings and opportunities in your most highly utilized benefit - your pharmacy plan. Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/48n8VS8 Support the Show.

Hat Tip to this week's creators: @edzitron, @bysarahkrouse, @dseetharaman, @JBFlint, @packyM, @KamalVC, @VaradanMonisha, @Claudiazeisberg, @IDTechReviews, @cjgustafson222, @NathanLands, @psawers, @lightspeedvp, @jaygoldberg, @avcContents* Editorial: Dear Sam, A Letter from a Founder to a Founder* Essays of the Week* Sam Altman Is Full Of S**t* Behind the Scenes of Scarlett Johansson's Battle With OpenAI* Sky voice actor says nobody ever compared her to ScarJo before OpenAI drama* Better Tools, Bigger Companies* The Pervasive, Head-Scratching, Risk-Exploding Problem With Venture Capital* Video of the Week* OpenAI vs Gemini 1.5* AI of the Week* Does AI have a gross margin problem?* OpenAI and Wall Street Journal owner News Corp sign content deal* Scale AI Raises $1B In Accel-Led Round; Hits $13.8B Valuation* The Awful State of AI in California* News Of the Week* It's Time to Believe the AI Hype* The 49-Year Unicorn Backlog* Humane, the creator of the $700 Ai Pin, is reportedly seeking a buyer* NVIDIA CRUSHES EARNINGS, AGAIN* Startup of the Week* SUNO'S HIT FACTORY* Warpcast of the Week* Be GenerousEditorial: Dear Sam, A Letter from a Founder to a Founder.This week let's break the pattern and write this as a letter to Sam Altman.Dear Sam,It's been a swings and roundabouts week for you at OpenAI.I had a week like that in the spring of 1998. I was at Internet World launching RealNames to the world. RealNames invented paid clicks on keywords. Our first partner was AltaVista, and Google was our second—calling the feature "I'm Feeling Lucky."It was the simplest technology ever. We had a keyword, bought by a customer. An example might be Disney buying "Bambi." They would buy it in every country and language they wanted and point it to a specific URL in each place. Search engines would look at the keywords you typed in (later browsers too) and if RealNames had it as a paid keyword, they would send the user to the site, with no search results. Just a direct navigation. RealNames got paid for the customer sent.At the launch, we used the example of the keyword “Bambi” to show how superior our keywords were compared to domain names. In those days, Bambi.com pointed to a porn site. Our launch demo showed that typing "Bambi" went to Disney, but typing "Bambi.com" did not. All was well except we altered our network settings the eve of the launch, and when we demoed the use of "Bambi" at the launch, it (you can guess) went to the porn site.Journalists wrote about RealNames as a scam and bad actors.Luckily, we had great partners, and within 12 hours the network issue was fixed, and all was well. But for 24 hours, I felt like the world was collapsing around me. On the one hand, we launched our company, mostly to great acclaim; on the other, we were being destroyed in the tech media.Sam, I know how this week must have felt. Your decision to pull the ‘Sky' voice was right. And despite the horrors of the first 24 hours, this will pass.That said, you mismanaged this entire thing. I'm sure you acted in good faith in wanting to embrace the “Her” meme. It is a good idea. And ‘Sky' was a good effort.It seems clear you had spoken to Scarlett Johansson and failed to reach an agreement. I'm prepared to believe you could not react fast enough to change the voice prior to the demo.But once it went awry, you needed to do more than wait for a legal challenge before pulling it, and you needed to say something before the actress. Not doing so means that many people, probably most, think you did the entire thing on purpose.Clearly, you did not preconceive this. If you did, then the fact that you were happy to pull the voice, and your knowledge that the actress was not prepared to have her voice used, would have stopped you before it got as far as it did. You would be very reckless to have thought you could get away with using a voice like hers without her permission.So, you need to either go on the record and get this behind you or ignore it and hope it goes away. I think now we have ‘ScarJo' as a word, the latter might prove difficult.Best Regards,Keith (A fellow Founder)Beyond ScarJo there are some great essays this week. Pack McCormick writes about why AI will lead to more jobs and bigger companies. In framing his case he says”Technologies are tools. I don't mean that in the normal way that people mean it to say that technology is neither good nor bad.Tools are good.Humans can build better things with tools than they can without them.But tools aren't the point. They're tools.Tools lead to new possibilities and those lead to new endeavors. Read his essay below.And a team made up of @KamalVC, @VaradanMonisha, @Claudiazeisberg have penned an essay called ‘The Pervasive, Head-Scratching, Risk-Exploding Problem With Venture Capital'. The main thesis is about investing in private companies versus public companies. They have a great graphic showing that the range of outcomes in Venture Capital is very wide compared to other asset classes:Venture Capital's top percentiles out-perform other asset classes, but most do not. The safest asset class is global equity (public company stock).Building on this they show that large Venture investors that invest across 500 or more companies can compete with less risky assets by diversification.This depicts a simulation of a manager doing 15 deals, compared to 500 and shows more deals equals less risk.I recommend reading the full piece, linked in the contents above and the headline below. I think they are right, but there is a better way of derisking. The advice they give below is better than traditional venture capital, but that is a low bar:To de-risk venture capital, CIOs simply need to acknowledge that VC math is different from public markets math. The importance of low-probability, excess-return-generating investments means that proper diversification requires a portfolio of at least 500 startups.It will take work to assemble such a portfolio. It is hard to do by investing directly. Current funds and funds-of-funds are rarely designed with diversification in mind. Instead, they concentrate funding in a small subset of ultra-popular entrepreneurs, sectors, and geographies, which risks driving down returns on capital, leaving higher-return strategies underfunded.Investors who allocate and diversify their funds wisely and accept the evidence will not only achieve better and less-volatile returns, but will also ultimately nudge GPs to finally design diversified funds.In my day job - also about de-risking venture - we use AI to reduce risk, removing companies that are highly unlikely to be successful. The remaining companies (about 7% of the full set of venture backed companies) out-perform the market in a narrower band of outcomes:Here is how the SignalRank Index compares to the S&P500 and the NASDAQ. We assume an investor puts $1 into the S&P, the NASDAQ and The SignalRank Index in each year from 2014-2019 and then show the returns from each (average and median in the case of SignalRank).The median outcome from venture investments is that the investor loses money. The average is a lot better. But almost no managers achieve the average. By using AI to reduce risk we get the average outcome in 2014 to be 4.31x the investment (the white numbers), compared to the S&P500 1.39 and the NASDAQ 1.89. SignalRanks Median outcome is 2.24.De-risking venture capital is important and the writers of the essay show that it is possible to de-risk by diversification. But we can do even better by both diversifying and using data intelligence to remove downside outliers.I will leave you with that thought. More next week This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thatwastheweek.com/subscribe

Grace be with all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with love incorruptible.(Conclusion of the series: Church is a Bigger Deal than You Think)(bulletin here)

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Description:  Today's Meeting Agenda:  Listener submitted story and tone deaf CEOs. Cringe corporate speak: Best Regards. Hot Topic: HR for HR. Who takes care of HR when HR has a problem? Ethics Hotlines, EAP's and the importance of work besties. Looking outside of your organization. Burnout is very common among HR professionals. Putting yourself first and setting boundaries. Questions/Comments. Takeaways:  The Hole in One Plaque Store Ashley mentioned: https://www.etsy.com/market/april_wilkerson_store Your To-Do List: Grab merch, submit Questions & Comments, share your crazy work stories with us, and make sure that you're the first to know about our In-Person Meetings (events!) at https://www.hrbesties.com. Follow your Besties across the socials and check out our resumes here: https://www.hrbesties.com/about.  We look forward to seeing you in our next meeting - don't worry, we'll keep to that hard stop! Yours in Business + Bullsh*t,  Leigh, Jamie & Ashley Follow Bestie Leigh! https://www.tiktok.com/@hrmanifesto https://www.instagram.com/hrmanifesto https://www.hrmanifesto.com Follow Bestie Ashley! https://www.tiktok.com/@managermethod  https://www.instagram.com/managermethod https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyherd/ https://managermethod.com Follow Bestie Jamie! https://www.millennialmisery.com/ Humorous Resources: Instagram • YouTube • Threads • Facebook • X Millennial Misery:  Instagram • Threads • Facebook • X Horrendous HR:  Instagram • Threads • Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well hello there! On behalf of the MOTB team we wanted to give everyone an update as to what we have been up to and address the lack of episodes since the fall. Rest assured more is on the way and we are thankful for your understanding. We promise it will be worth the wait! Best Regards,BCW

Whether you put much thought into it or not, does the way you sign off on your emails say something about your personality? This is something the comedian Kelly Landry has been talking about. But we have asked Gina London, Leadership Communications expert and columnist with the Sunday Independent, to offer her views on if ‘Best Regards' trumps ‘With thanks'...

Whether you put much thought into it or not, does the way you sign off on your emails say something about your personality? This is something the comedian Kelly Landry has been talking about. But we have asked Gina London, Leadership Communications expert and columnist with the Sunday Independent, to offer her views on if ‘Best Regards' trumps ‘With thanks'...

Episode 259 - Elevate Your Customer Care in Fashion Business: Listening to Your Way to Success

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair discuss Reserve 101's rollout of their new vintage spirits program, Dak & Bop returning to it's original Museum District location, and Betelgeuse Betelgeuse opening it's 2nd location in the Montrose area. In the Restaurants of the Week section Moon Rabbit and Best Regards are featured. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Downtown Whiskey Bar Now Pouring Rare Vintage Spirits Thanks to New State Law Return of the Dak: Sizzling Korean Fried Chicken Spot Makes Big Museum District Comeback Spacey WashAve Cocktail Bar-Pizzeria Opens in Montrose with Must-Try 'Ironclad' Pies Healthy-Eating Houston Restaurant Set to Open Fresh 4th Locale in Tanglewood Crafty Montrose Ice Cream Shop Makes Sweet Move to the Heights Kevin Hart Invites Houstonians to His Tequila Bottle Signing Event in Midtown 

Today on the podcast Eric speaks with Sébastien Laval of Laval Hospitality and PS-21. The pair discuss what brought Sébastien to America, his culinary background, getting started in Houston, why he didn't want to work in France anymore, what brought him to the world of consulting, his work with Albi and Best Regards, how in his consulting work he helps people that may not have the most experience in the restaurant industry, the style of restaurant he'd like to work on, how Philippe Schmit convinced him to join PS-21, his goals for PS-21, and more! Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Permission Whiskey Owner Promises Cool New Tune at Jazzy Heights Cocktail Bar Diverse Pan-Asian Casual Restaurant Drums Up Long-Awaited First Houston Opening on Washington Ave 4 Smokin' Houston Spots Heat Up Texas Monthly's Top New and Improved BBQ Joints List Stylish New Montrose Wine Bar Blending Sips and Sandwiches Pops Open in Hood's Hottest Hub Global Favorite South African Peri-Peri Chicken Restaurant Fires Up Opening Date for First Houston Locale Joe Rogan Devours 'One of the Best Meals I've Ever Had in My Life' at Steak-Obsessed Woodlands Restaurant

I have been fortunate to interact with many of you through our podcast, where we've had a wide range of fantastic guests and mind-blowing conversations.However, I am pumped to announce that we are going to be kicking things up a notch.I want us to intimately go on this podcast journey together, discussing my faith, whats happening in business and life. i want to connect with you on a deeper levelWhy we are making the moves we are making and who i am as a Ceo, i want to hear your voice as the listenerIn light of these changes, we'll be hitting the pause button on the regular podcast for a while. This will give us time to regroup, restrategize, and most importantly, to really make the Mastermind experience a worldwide phenomenon that is even more enriching and profound.So, what's the next step? I invite you to get in touch with me directly. You can reach me via email at tolu@mastermindyouragency.com or send me a text at 443-775-3580. Let's not be strangers, let's break down the barriers that technology sometimes puts up and connect on a more personal level.Remember, this new journey is as much about you as it is about us. Your participation will be a crucial part of making Mastermind even better.Thank you for being an integral part of our journey so far. I look forward to our enhanced interactions and to providing even greater value to you through Mastermind.Best Regards,Tolu CEO, Mastermind Your Agency

In our follow-up to The Zoom Meeting Disaster, Vicky and I discuss a few points of advice for how to engage participants more during online meetings. Our unlucky manager, Wang Xue Mei outlines her tips for more interactive meetings in an email following the hacked virtual meeting. My co-host and I will discuss the vocab and grammar points within, and briefly touch upon which ones we think are important (Plus, I'll reveal where the story behind "The Zoom Meeting Disaster" comes from - spoiler alert - it's based on actual events ;) Vocabulary: 预先 Yùxiān - In Advance 保持 Bǎochí - To Maintain 承诺 Chéngnuò - To Promise 未被 Wèi bèi - Not Been 未被回答的 Wèi bèi huídá de - Unanswered 。。。以。。。。以。。。Yǐ.... Yǐ - By...By 重点 Zhòngdiǎn - Important Points 祝好 Zhù hǎo - Best Wishes Supplementary Vocab: 祝一切顺利Zhù yīqiè shùnlì - Wishing you all the best 祝身体健康，万事如意Zhù shēntǐ jiànkāng, wànshì rúyì (used when writing to older people) Wishing you health and happiness Catch My Drift: 邮件: 大家好，为了避免上次会议中的翻车现场，我决定通过电子邮件向大家分享一下会议的内容。 下面是开视频会议时的几点建议： 1. 不要把问题留到最后。 2. 提前征求反馈建议。 3.使用电子问卷调查。 4. 预先考虑到一些会被提到的问题。 5.了解你的讨论内容 6. 保持持续的对话 --承诺在会后回答任何未被回答的问题。 7. 任何一次好的会议都不是以一个问题来结束的----而是以你希望大家记住的三个重点来结束的。 如果你有任何问题或者建议， 随时和我沟通. 祝好, 王雪梅 English Translation: " Hey everyone, In order to avoid a repeat of the disaster we had at our last meeting, I decided to share the meeting content with you via email. The following are a few tips for video conferencing: 1. Don't leave questions until the end. 2. Solicit feedback and suggestions in advance. 3. Use electronic questionnaires. 4. Anticipate some of the issues that will be raised. 5. Know your topic well. 6. Maintain an ongoing dialogue -- commit to answering any unanswered questions after the meeting. 7. Any good meeting doesn't end with a question, but rather with three important points you want everyone to remember. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to let me know. Best Regards, Wang Xuemei"

A short discussion of why this show is possible and how Best Regards Bakery & Cafe came about. Open calls bring up several new show topics that we will need your help to turn into actual shows.

The dance philosophy of late British choreographer, Nigel Charnok is honoured in a show from one-time pupil, Marco D'Agostin.

On the podcast today Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss the latest happenings from the restaurant and bar scene in Houston. The two discuss Sébastien Laval and Philippe Schmit pairing up for a new concept called PS21, the new bar and lounge concept Best Regards making it's home in the space that formerly housed Chivos, and Dallas based restaurant group FB Society bringing it's concept Haywire to Houston for the restaurant's third location. In the Restaurants of the Week portion PrimoHoagies is featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Justin turner of Bocca Italian Kitchen. Justin speaks with Eric about returning to the podcast for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic back in 2020, reflecting on the decision to close Bernie's Burger Bus amid the pandemic, getting connected with McCord Development, being part of the Generation Park development project, taking on the challenge of an Italian concept, what he's learned about Italian cooking during his time with Bocca, the offerings on Bocca's menu, connecting with the northeast side of Houston, why they pivoted at Lupo Caffe, what's on his radar for other possible concepts that could fill the area, why a hidden omakase style concept is appealing to him, and much more!  Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston's French Cowboy Rides Again with New Restaurant Serving Creative Classics and Texas-Global Savoir-Faire Upscale New Bar-Lounge Headed to The Heights with Cool Cocktails, Brunch, Tapas, and Global Nightlife Vibe Memorial City Goes Haywire with New Elevated Ranch-to-Table Restaurant from Velvet Taco Masterminds East Coast Sandwich and Hoagie Haven Opens 2nd Houston-Area Restaurant on Washington Avenue Houston's Most Glizzy Hot Dog Cart Lands New Home in Local Distillery's Budding Cannabis Dispensary Houston's 9 Best Neighborhood Restaurants Deliver Diverse Dishes for Everyday Cravings

This week the panel discusses gun busts, bun bans, and shootings. Intro Hello to all you patriots out there in podcast land and welcome to Episode 374 of Canadian Patriot Podcast. The number one live podcast in Canada. Recorded Dec 5th, 2022. We need your help! To support Canadian Patriot Podcast visit patreon.com/cpp and become a nPatreon. You can get a better quality version of the show for just $1 per episode. Show you're not a communist,  buy a CPP T-Shirt, for just $24.99 + shipping and theft. Visit canadianpatriotpodcast.com home page and follow the link on the right. What are we drinking And 1 Patriot Challenge item that you completed   Liz - scotch and coffee Gavin - Water Ian - Water and coffee (Sad fat panda noises) Pierre - whiskey   Grab the Patriot Challenge template from our website and post it in your social media Listener Feedback We'd love to hear your feedback about the show. Please visit  canadianpatriotpodcast.com/feedback/ or email us at feedback@canadianpatriotpodcast.com A version of the show is Available on Stitcher at and iTunes http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=77508&refid=stpr and iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/canadian-patriot-podcast/id1067964521?mt=2 From: EricRE: A few musings from the week, with included movie moments. Good afternoon panel! A couple of things from the past week. Last weekend, I had a listener meetup with Liz and friends to try my hand at pheasant hunting  Great to meet up with like minded individuals.  Had a great day, but no luck with the hunt. On my way to and from the hunting area, I thought that I would expand my listening library and take in some of the CCFR podcast episodes.  After listening to 4 episodes, I believe that I now have a better understanding of Rod Giltaca.  Or not.  It seems to me that one of the favourite subjects to speak on is "Things I have done".  I am sure that the CCFR as an organization does good work on behalf of Canadian firearms owners, but to paraphrase Adhemar from the movie "A Knight's Tale", the podcast has been weighed, has been measured, and has been found wanting.  Frankly, I expected a little more.  Thoughts on that? Secondly, another appropriate movie reference. My utter contempt and loathing for all things federal government related has been "turned up to 11", after the shenanigans pulled with C21 this past week.  Clearly the idiots in Ottawa do not know the difference between an "amendment" and a "complete rewrite"! (FYI, the movie was "This is Spinal Tap", if you were not aware) Looking forward to this week's discussion! Best Regards, Eric   From: Gerry RE: Amend This Episode Hello, I appreciate the effort and content you put in the podcasts, but the Amend This episode will be my last. Hearing a person refer to firearms as “weapons of mass destruction” and stating “you have the right to hunt even though you don't need to”  in this episode is counter productive and divisive to people who value freedom. The ability to take care of yourself or your family whether it be fishing, hunting or growing food is an essential skill worth learning and may be useful given the situation we face. Marksmanship and accuracy are worthwhile and respectable  pursuits that should join the sport shooting and hunting communities. The aforementioned commentary is neither accurate or respectable. Thank you for the past episodes and I wish you the best in future endeavours. Gerry Sent from my iPhone   News Gun Bust https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/we-should-all-be-disturbed-by-a-gun-seizure-of-this-magnitude-police-seize-62-firearms-following-months-long-investigation-1.6180875 -91% traced back to the US -57 out of 62 -Only one firearm originated in Ontario. It was determined to have been stolen during a break-and-enter in 2021. -260 charges against the six suspects -One suspect, 27-year-old Syed Mohammed Ali Zaidi, is also facing additional charges in relation to a shooting that took place inside Bar Karma near Queen and Portland streets on Oct. 19, 2021. -three AK-type rifles, one of which was loaded with 61 rounds of ammunition,” as well as 15 “AR-15 type carbine style rifles.” -Toronto Mayor John Tory called it an “excellent piece of police work.” But he said it is a reminder of the work that needs to be done to reduce the flows of guns that come into Canada via the U.S. border. “I think we can't rely on local police services to find the people trafficking these guns. That means they're already here and the best place to cut this off is at the border, to stop the guns from coming across from the US, which is where they're coming from,” he said. “Perhaps we could work with the Government of Canada to do more of this. It is a border matter. But it is a serious, serious problem and it is leading to death and trauma in communities.” -Syed Mohammed Ali Zaidi, 27, of Toronto, has been charged with: Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offense four counts of Possession for the Purpose of Weapon Trafficking 51 counts of Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order eight counts of Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order Possession of Proceeds of Crime Over $5000 Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 Trudeau Listening to concerns about hunting rifles https://www.durhamradionews.com/archives/162603 -the prime minister framed the amendment as a “list put forward” by the government for public consultation. “We're hearing a lot of feedback around concerns that hunters are saying about guns that they use more for hunting, hunting rifles and shotguns,”  he said. “That's what we're listening to feedback on now, to make sure we're not capturing weapons that are primarily hunting weapons.” "That's what we're listening to feedback on now—to make sure that we're not capturing weapons that are primarily hunting weapons," PM Trudeau tells media when asked whether he'd consider changes to Bill C-21 amendment amid concerns re: expanded prohibited firearms list. Gun ban calls into question NDP support  https://nationalpost.com/news/liberal-gun-control-bill-raises-questions-about-ndp-support?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1670277118 -One prominent New Democrat came out against the policy on Monday, calling it a massive overreach that must be fixed. -Meanwhile, the national conversation on gun control took an interesting turn over the weekend after Montreal Canadiens' netminder and avid hunter Carey Price weighed in on the issue on social media. -Price's timing of his announcement so close to the anniversary are also being roundly criticized. The team's owner told Radio-Canada on Monday that the 35-year-old Price was not aware of the 1989 massacre. “I am not a criminal or a threat to society,” he posted to Instagram, along with a photo of him wearing camouflage hunting gear and cradling a shotgun. “What @justinpjtrudeau is trying to do is unjust. I support the @ccfr_ccdaf (Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights) to keep my hunting tools.” -Separately, a spokesperson for Public Security Minister Marco Mendicino told La Presse that the firearm Price is carrying in his Instagram post would not be banned under Bill C-21. “Our bill does not target firearms currently used for hunting and we fully respect the traditions of hunters and Indigenous Peoples,” Audrey Champoux said in a statement. -political science Professor Kathy Brock said gun control offers a unique dilemma to the NDP, who rely heavily on both inner-city voters and those in rural parts of the country. “This one is very difficult for the NDP to find a united consensus position on,” she told the National Post. “They are putting the NDP in a very difficult position that could cause a bit of a schism and tension in the relationship between the NDP and Liberals, but also within the NDP party.” -Veteran NDP MP Charlie Angus who represents Timmins-James Bay, a vast northern Ontario riding encompassing nearly 252,000 sq. km. and a diverse range of rural cities, villages and First Nations communities, is speaking out. This is a good article on how the Liberal government promise to ban hand guns morphed into a massive overreach including hunting rifles and shotguns. The 11th hour amendment thrown into Bill C-21 is hugely problematic and must be fixed Shooting in Mississauga https://www.thestar.com/amp/news/gta/2022/12/04/woman-is-dead-after-overnight-shooting-in-mississauga.html   A different shooting in Mississauga  https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/one-person-in-critical-condition-following-mississauga-shooting-1.6180294   Electric Vehicle Plant https://globalnews.ca/news/9325298/electric-vehicle-manufacturing-ingersoll-ontario/ -Trudeau “Every government in the world would love to invest millions of dollars to draw in places like this,” he said during a news conference at the plant in southwestern Ontario. -The provincial and federal governments each invested $259 million toward GM's $2-billion plan for the Ingersoll plant and to overhaul its Oshawa, Ont., plant to make it EV-ready. -The federal government said the Ingersoll plant is expected to manufacture 50,000 electric vehicles by 2025. -Premier Doug Ford called GM's commitment to the plant “a massive vote of confidence” in Ontario but said there was more work to do given the uncertain economy. “We've brought back the auto sector,” he said. “These vehicles are going to be produced with clean steel, clean energy and great people.” Ford had scrapped EV rebates shortly after he was first elected in 2018 and his government ended the province's cap-and-trade program, which funded the rebates, later that year. -The federal government offers up to $5,000 off the cost of new electric cars with a base price under $55,000, or pickup trucks, SUVs and vans under $60,000. -pushes vaccines and new versions of it  Trudeau criticized for supporting Chinese protest  https://www.newsweek.com/trudeau-criticized-supporting-china-protest-after-canada-covid-unrest-1764259?amp=1 Book Club  November/December A Soldier First Rick Hillier Outro We're on Guilded now https://www.guilded.gg/i/k5a9wnDk Andrew - https://ragnaroktactical.ca/ Ian- Theislandretreat@gmail.com, Copycat CPP Sundays at 9 pm eastern. 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from the show on thursday 01-09-22 at 11.15 AM CET this week's CHEST is shivering with names & naming, nouns & non-nouns it's live as it often is, and we will have readings, listenings & voices with names in the radio -------- TRACKLIST Wasted - ofg part 5 - øjeRum Say My Name - Destiny's child ------ OUR INBOX IS OPEN @oceanfloorrr OR chest4007@gmail.com if you feel like feedbacking, contribute with recordinngs of your names, or recordinngs or other stuff or other stuff in general ----- BEST REGARDS -chest

So as I put a little disclaimer infront of the Episode, this one is not for audiophiles. Jhan didn't have the greatest wifi and had to record under rough circumstances. We tried to make the best of it (even in the editing) and hope you still enjoy this episode. We talked about our ways of expressing love and affection and Jhan gave a little review of one of the most important and romantic days, leading into a new chapter of his Life. Find out yourself. Best Regards, Leo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/filipinobratwurst/message

On  this episode, we discuss the very stupid 1997 film Speed 2. Meanwhile, Lawrence talks kuru (again), Ronald explains daipey play, Brandon offers motorcycle advice, and Rahul brings chaos and death wherever he goes.

VISIT MY WEBSITE: https://www.lettiann.com/my-blogWelcome to Season 5, Episode 20 of Podcast: Real Estate U with LettiannIn this video Lettiann and Heather Steppe make chickpea cookie dough and are talking about:➜ Talking about the benefits of CBD➜ How cannabis affects the brain➜ Cannabinoids and breast milk➜ Laws surrounding real estate and CBDOur guest's name is Heather Steppe. Heather is a co-founder of kchempco.com with her husband Kyle Steppe. ======================IF YOU THINK THIS VIDEO CAN HELP SOMEONE ELSE, PLEASE SHARE! PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL.Follow and connect with us here for more cool stuff:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lettiann_realestate/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/lettiannandassociates/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lettiann1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lettiannmogentalebetts/----------------------------------------------------------------------------For any questions about Real Estate, please don't hesitate to contact me personally. Best Regards, Lettiann Southerland https://www.lettiann.com/ 913-283-7651lettiann@lettiann.com#RealEstateU #RealEstateUwithLettiann #Lettiann #LettiannandAssociatesPS - I also have a Real Estate Training Success Program you can join where I teach, coach and mentor you on how to become a successful professional real estate agent. Click the link below for more information and sign up today!https://real-estate-success.thinkific.com/courses/real-estate-training-success-program

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みなさま 無事に2021年最後のPODCASTをお届けすることができました。今年初めて放送したこのKAICHIと学ぶ生の日本語ですが、75回も放送することができました。 これは、みなさんが、いつもこのPODCASTを聞いてくれるからです。本当に、ありがとう！ 2022年もみなさんにとって良い年になりますように、日本から願っております。 来年も一緒に良い年にしていきましょう。 それでは、また2022年に会いましょう！ 2021年12月31日 Best Regards, PODCASTER KAICHI --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kaichijapanese/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaichijapanese/support

Creativity sometimes can be very daunting as most creatives tens to lack the financial independency to create. And this mostly stems from the fact that creatives inherently lack the acumen to sell their creative ideals to industries or firms that can support with these aids. In this episode: The manager, featuring Soji Jacobs, son of Nollywood screen veterans Olu Jacobs and Joke Silver. Soji enumerates on the importance of the performing art in shaping the society and his role as the middle man between creatives and businessmen while sharing his evolving experience of recently becoming a husband, and a father. || PLEASE NOTE: We know you love and appreciate the work that we do. And we would like you to support the further production of this podcast by doing any or all the following: Subscribe to stay tuned, drop a review – rate us on Apple Podcasts, and share with others. Best Regards! If you love this podcast, please give it a 5 star rating and a review on Apple podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcast. This podcast was created and produced by Drc. Jaèy(@jaeyalley on IG & Twitter), for the AMBC. The AMBC is an independent media & production body that's dedicated to producing world-class contents that competes, and promotes the amplification Black/African voices / narratives. For enquiries you can send us a maill: africanmbc@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epsseries/message

Welcome to the very first episode of Best Regards, Brian. In this podcast, I will be introducing the purpose of this podcast, who I am and what future episodes will look like!Instagram: @bestregardsbrian

In this episode of the podcast, I talk to Olivia Jaras about how to negotiate a higher salary. Oliva is one of the leading experts when it comes to helping women negotiate a higher salary. But don't worry boys.. this information is also applicable to you. If you want to learn how to negotiate a higher salary then make sure you listen up. The lessons learned from this podcast can lead to you making thousands of dollars more each year. To learn more about Olivia visit: https://www.salarycoaching.com/ or https://www.oliviajaras.com/ To learn more about my mentoring program email me at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com or click here. Best Regards,

Show Notes In this episode of the podcast I talk to one of my good friends, James Carbary. James is the CEO and Founder of Sweetfish Media and the Author of Content-Based Networking. James and I were scheduled to talk to a class of marketing seniors at the University of Central Florida about the power of podcasts. With everything that's currently going on, we took our conversation online to do what we know how to do best… Make it into a podcast. James and I talk about why everyone should start a podcast. Podcasting is one of the best ways to expand your network and it even opens doors to opportunities that you may not have known existed. We dive into what it takes to start a podcast, what tools you need, and we explain why you don't need to be an expert on the subject to interview experts. James also shares his secrets to success. One of them being that you don't need to be the hero of the story. Instead, you should be the one that shines the spotlight on your guest. If you've ever wanted to start a podcast, but had thoughts that podcasting was too hard or too complicated, listen to this episode and learn how it's much easier than you think. Tools you need to start your podcast The Content-Based Networking Book https://www.amazon.com/Content-Based-Networking-Instantly-Connect-Anyone/dp/B083NTT2WN/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=content+based+networking&qid=1585416884&sr=8-1 Anchor- https://anchor.fm/ Zoom- www.zoom.us Interest in learning more about job opportunities at Sweetfish Media? Contact Ryan at ryan@sweetfishmedia.com Have questions for James or me? Connect with us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescarbary/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedanielbotero/ Subscribe to Our Email List Have you subscribed to the email list? If you haven't, I encourage you to do that today. I would hate for you to miss any future content. Every week I cover a very important topic to help you master your transition from college to career. If you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on some amazing content. Let's get social! Let's connect! I want to hear from you, so please do NOT hesitate to reach out to me on LinkedIn, email, or anywhere else. Best Regards,

In this episode of the podcast I talk to Ashley Kays, the founder of CodeTeachers, and we talk about why everyone should learn to code. We share our thoughts about how learning to code would provide you with life-changing skills that would teach you how to create, think, and even make more money. To learn more about CodeTeachers and Ashley visit their website at http://codeteachers.com/ or email Ashley at Ashley@codeteachers.com Let's connect! I want to hear from you, so please do NOT hesitate to reach out to me on LinkedIn, email, or anywhere else. Best Regards,

In this episode of the podcast I talk to Jonaed Labda, a LinkedIn Legend that dedicates his time to helping individuals that don't have college degrees get jobs. If you are looking for a job, regardless if you have a degree or not, this episode is full of great advice. Make sure you take a listen. If you would like to connect with Jonaed or you're looking for a job and don't have a degree visit NoDegree.Com or connect with Jonaed on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonaed/ To register or find out more information about the online training on "How to Get a Job/Internship with a Fortune 500"... visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/freetraining Let's connect! I want to hear from you, so please do NOT hesitate to reach out to me on LinkedIn, email, or anywhere else. LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedanielbotero/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thedanielbotero/ Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/thedanielbotero Email- Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Website- https://masteringcollegetocareer.com/ Subscribe & Review on iTunes Have you subscribed to my podcast? If you haven't, I encourage you to do that today. I would hate for you to miss any future episodes. Every week I bring on a brand new guest and cover a very important topic to help you master your transition from college to career. If you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on some amazing episodes. Click here to subscribe on iTunes! Have you gained value from this show and want to give me some extra love? I would really appreciate if you left me a review on iTunes. That review will help other students, like you, find my podcast. I also love reading the reviews so that I can keep making improvements based on what my audience is looking for. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is! From the bottom of my heart, Thank you! Best Regards,

THE HUDDLE Question from Harold Dsouza -  Hi Brian. Let me start off by saying I am a big fan of your options playbook radio podcasts. I think you are an excellent teacher. I have been meaning to reach out to you for a long time now. I am 41 yrs old and have been very intrigued by the stock market since I was a kid. I have also had an innate fear of losing my hard earned money which has kept me away from venturing into the market all these years. I have finally overcome my fear and have decided to slowly wade towards the deep end. I have been educating myself for about 4 months now, getting comfortable with the market terminology and its workings. I've been reading books on stocks & options trading and listening to podcasts. Absorbing as much as I can. I have had a financial advisor  who has been handling my portfolio for the past 6 yrs and honestly I have seen very little gain in my accounts over these years. After listening to your podcasts I am motivated and I believe with the right guidance and education everything is achievable. I have decided to take control of my finances. I have been listening to your podcasts starting from day 1 and listened to them over and over again until i understand the concept. Some of them i'm struggling with, but i am determined to get there. I like the way you break it down into bite sized digestible chunks. My money has been sitting in my trading account for over 3 weeks now. I am a little anxious to take the first step which is picking the right stock. I am still conservative with my money. Hence I am looking primarily at DJI & S&P500 stocks. My focus at this point is to pick right stock that is on it's way up and sell covered calls on those stocks taking advantage of the current market rally while as the same time getting some residual income. Once I am comfortable I will be looking at handling my finances in its entirety. I need some guidance on how to pick those stocks. I am reaching out with the hope that you could provide some guidance or point me in the right direction to help me get started and achieve my goal. I am currently on podcast # 32, I don't know if you have covered this in your later podcasts. I don't know if my approach is right. I am just going with my understanding of what I have been reading and observing and listening. Much like a well read frog in a well..lol. Look forward to hearing from you. Best Regards, Harold Question from Joe and Linda - I have  been knee deep with you guys for the last 14 months and can't thank you enough for the wealth of information you provide. One of my favorite quotes: “ Your generosity is only exceeded by my gratitude.” I have a long commute to work in the morning and have managed to listen to all 240+ of the Options Playbook, all of the Bootcamp, 90% of the OIC stuff as well as in and out of the Options Advisor and Futures show. Also haven't missed Options Block for the last few months… I have a few questions: - I purchased Dan's Trading Options Greeks book and was wondering if he had an audio version. Could easily listen to it on my morning commute. - I seem comfortable with Bollinger Bands, ADX Charts and Volatility Charts, but I am having trouble nailing down a consistent time frame. Should I set the chart for the time I am interested trading or is the 6 month better, 1 year, 2 year....? - Should support and resistance lines reflect 100 lines for better accuracy? 250? Thank You so much for all your help, looking forward to the future with you guys. Going to be successful enough to be able to travel Thank You guys in person! Thanks Again! Question from Jarryd Smith - I have a question for the podcast. What is meant by 'the tent'? For example, stop the trade when it exits 'the tent'. Let's use an ATM Butterfly. Is it the ending 'tent', when at the end of the trade it would a max-loss? Or the end of the trade that would still be a profit? Or something else? For example, if I had a 100/150/200 ATM Butterfly on for $25, would I exit if it hit 100 or 200? Or 125/175? Or something else? Thanks! Question from Thomas Weber - If I am short a deep in the money call in SPY (delta near 1), what are the odds I will be assigned the Thursday night before Friday expiration?   Do you have a question that you want answered on a future episode? Send them to Brian at theoptionsguy@invest.ally.com, or to the Options Insider at questions@theoptionsinsider.com.