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Host Jesse Jackson welcomes Dallas sportswriter Tim Cowlishaw to Set Lusting Bruce, beginning with a discussion about Dallas teams potentially leaving the American Airlines Center area and the impact on fans and downtown. Cowlishaw shares his upbringing in Tulsa, New Jersey, and Texas, early musical influences like Beatles and The Who, and how a King Biscuit Flower Hour Columbia Records ad led him to Bruce Springsteen's The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle. He recounts a canceled 1974 Dallas show and finally seeing Springsteen up close at The Bottom Line in 1975, leading to roughly 30 concerts over the years, including 1984 Chicago shows. They discuss setlist predictability, Bruce's political remarks on recent tours, favorite albums and books, and how Springsteen's work ethic influenced Cowlishaw's writing, along with talk of Taylor Swift, Radiohead, and the “Does Mary get in the car?” question. 00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:50 Dallas Teams Leaving 04:40 Growing Up With Music 06:32 Discovering Bruce 08:19 First Show Cancelled 09:20 Bottom Line Breakthrough 13:12 Chasing Shows Stories 19:21 Setlists And Politics 21:17 Favorite Albums And Books 24:24 Nebraska Movie Debate 26:00 Writing Influences 26:33 Bruce Work Ethic Lesson 28:16 Still Writing Columns 29:43 Mavs Missteps Brunson 32:50 Taylor Swift Live 35:50 Radiohead Berlin Trip 38:54 Cowboys Season Outlook 40:30 Around the Horn Reflections 41:15 Thunder Road Mary Debate 43:11 Backstreets Terry Meaning 45:13 Wrap Up Social Links Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you stop being the bottleneck in your business? For many founders and managers, the problem starts with something that feels responsible: stepping in, fixing mistakes, answering every question, and approving every important decision.In this episode of It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass and Patricia Reszetylo examine how owner dependence develops and why constantly rescuing employees can train a team to stop thinking for themselves. Delegating tasks does little good when every meaningful judgment still comes back to the owner.The conversation explores reverse delegation, decision authority, financial guardrails, and the difference between teaching someone to complete a task and training them to think through a problem. Jennifer introduces a simple 30-day cruise scenario for identifying the part of a business most likely to break when the owner disappears.Patricia connects the discussion to business systems and transferability. When relationships, processes, and institutional knowledge live primarily in the owner's head or phone, the business may be far less transferable than the owner believes.The episode also lays out a seven-day hands-off experiment: choose one recurring decision, establish clear guardrails, give a team member authority to make the final call, step back, and audit the results after one week.For founders, entrepreneurs, and managers trying to build a business that can operate without constant intervention, this episode offers a practical look at leadership bottlenecks, delegation, team decision-making, and the systems required to step out of the middle.Check out our "Indispensable Scorecard" that we referenced in the episode and see how you can help your business by letting yourself become obsolete!Speaker Bios:Jennifer R. Glass:Jennifer R. Glass brings a practical business-growth and leadership perspective to conversations about decision-making, operational friction, and the systems that keep businesses moving. In this episode, she examines how owners accidentally train teams to stop thinking and offers practical ways to transfer decision authority without removing accountability.Patricia Reszetylo:Patricia Reszetylo focuses on profitability, marketing, business systems, and operational discipline. In this episode, she connects owner dependence to training, business transferability, and the need to build processes that a reasonably qualified person can understand and operate.Keywords/Tags: It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass, Patricia Reszetylo, business owner bottleneck, delegation, decision making, employee empowerment, leadership, business systems, owner dependence, reverse delegation, business transferability, business value, founder bottleneck, management, team training, decision authority, operational systems, business growth, scalable business, business leadership, business ownership, seven day hands off experiment, 30 day cruise test, process ownership, organizational leadership, business operations, founder dependence
The following article of the Professional Services industry is: 'Why AI Is Not Improving the Bottom Line' by Shoham Adizes, Certified Senior Associate, Adizes Institute.
In today's episode, Dr. Janet Pilcher implements her own advice to “face the brutal facts” in education. As educational leaders in both K12 and higher education face a changing landscape, Dr. Pilcher explains that it's crucial for leaders to attend to the bottom line to provide what's best for students. Listen as she encourages the practice of facing the brutal facts and responding in positive ways by using scorecards and short cycles of improvement; having open conversations with other leaders; helping people understand where they've been, where they are now, how they got to where they are now; tracking progress; engaging in problem-solving discussions; and making decisions even when they are difficult. Recommended Resources: Drive Student Achievement with Scorecards, Get Aligned: Strategic Plans, Scorecards, and Measures that Matter Follow Host Dr. Janet Pilcher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetpilcher/
Our first study on 1 Peter! I hope you will stick with me all the way through 11 Peter!Do you ever worry or fret? Do you ever get scared or anxious? God has given us a bottom line foundation so we never have to do any of that. Peter has written a letter to forewarn a group of Christians in the Turkey area that times are going to get rough. But in that God has already prepared them to be able to manage all the persecution with joy.For you as a Christainl, God has also prepared you for anything and everything ahead of you so you can be full of joy no matter what. Take a listen.
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The Bottom Line has been on BBC Radio 4 for twenty years. The programme was first broadcast in 2006. Back then smartphones weren't on sale, Facebook had only just gone public and people still went to Blockbuster to rent videos and DVDs. Tony Blair was prime minister, a litre of fuel cost 90p and interest rates stood at 4.5 per cent. Since then there's been a financial crash, we've had energy price shocks, Brexit and a pandemic. Evan Davis is joined by a panel of guests, who first appeared in the early years of the show, to reflect on how the business landscape has changed over that period of time. Guests: Nicola Horlick: CEO of Money & Co Robin Wight: Advertising Guru Kim Winser: Luxury Brand Consultant Alex Cheatle: CEO and founder of Ten Lifestyle Group PlcPresenter: Evan Davis Producer: Sally Abrahams & Nick Holland Sound: Dave O'Neil Production Coordinator: Katie Morrison Editor Sam Bonham
Original Air Date: July 18, 2026 Episode Number: 468Episode SummarySome exterior surfaces are one-way doors. You can paint them -- but once you do, something changes permanently, or close enough to it that you should know what you're signing up for before you start. Dan opens with a story about a pair of jeans he turned into extremely short shorts without measuring first, and uses it to frame a conversation about five exterior surfaces where the same logic applies: brick, foundation, natural stone, decks, and vinyl siding.Timestamps[00:00] -- Points of No Return[00:56] -- Jorts Origin Story[02:31] -- Cut Once, Regret[06:06] -- Neighbor Catches You[07:30] -- Painting One-Way Doors[10:40] -- Brick Painting Reality[14:03] -- Brick Breathability and Options[15:17] -- Foundation Paint Tradeoffs[17:00] -- Moisture and Cracks Warning[18:54] -- Natural Stone Teaser[19:38] -- Natural Stone Risks[21:33] -- Updating Dated Stone[22:40] -- Resale Impact Warning[24:04] -- Why Deck Paint Fails[25:18] -- Stain vs. Paint[27:32] -- Removing Deck Paint[28:57] -- Vinyl Siding Setup[31:58] -- Color, Heat, and Warping[35:04] -- Vinyl Safe Colors[36:41] -- Best Practice Checklist[37:28] -- Get Expert Help[38:21] -- Car Show Wrap UpThe Jorts Story [00:56]Dan had a pair of blown-out jeans he decided to cut into work shorts. He eyeballed the cut instead of measuring. Part of his brain told him not to. He ignored it. The resulting shorts were dramatically too short -- Daisy Dukes, his word -- and he wore them up a ladder in the backyard because there was no other option. His neighbor appeared, smirked, and delivered the full measure-twice-cut-once speech. No photos exist.Brick [10:40]Painted brick is permanent for all practical purposes. Stripping paint off brick is expensive and usually damages the face. That means when you paint brick, you're not just picking a color -- you're becoming a painted brick house, likely forever.Two other things to keep in mind: you're creating maintenance that didn't exist before (a painted surface will need refreshing every 5-10 years), and you need the right product. Standard paint can trap moisture inside the masonry, and in Michigan winters, freeze-thaw cycles can cause spalling -- the face of the brick literally flaking off.For a better option, RepcoLite carries Roma Bio Limewash and Roma Bio Mineral Paint. Both are breathable and bond with the brick rather than sitting on top of it. They create a great old-world look and mostly sidestep the moisture problems. Still a point of no return, but a much lower-maintenance one.Foundation [15:17]Same logic as brick. Concrete block and poured concrete are porous and move moisture. Once you paint them, you're on a maintenance cycle. Before painting, address any efflorescence (white, fuzzy salt deposits), persistent peeling, or visible water intrusion -- paint won't fix those, it'll just cover the symptoms. And don't paint over foundation cracks without understanding what caused them. Ayers Basement Systems can evaluate for free in most cases.Natural Stone [19:38]What makes natural stone beautiful is the variation -- every piece is different, the light catches the texture differently, it has depth. Painting it covers all of that. The texture stays, but the richness is gone. Sometimes painted stone looks great. Sometimes it ends up looking a little fake. Worth thinking about before you open the can.If the stone is genuinely dated and you want to update it, a solid color is a reasonable fix -- but if you're planning to sell the house soon, be cautious. There's a portion of buyers who will see painted-over fieldstone as a problem. Since getting that paint back off is essentially the same story as brick, it's their problem too.Decks [24:04]A deck is one of the harshest environments on a property. Rain, snow, sun, foot traffic, patio furniture -- it's brutal on a film-forming coating like paint. When deck paint eventually fails, it chips, cracks, and peels, and refreshing it means scraping and sanding before you can recoat. It's a much harder maintenance cycle than most people expect going in.For most decks, a quality deck stain is a better answer. It wears out by fading, and when it's time to refresh, you clean and recoat. For decks in rough enough shape that you need solid coverage, look at WoodLux or RepcoLite WoodMaster -- both deliver an opaque look but form a thinner, more breathable coating than paint that handles the wood's expansion and contraction better.If you've already got paint on a deck and need to remove it, RepcoLite rents a floor sander that's built for the job. It's still not fun, but it's the best option available.Vinyl Siding [28:57]The point of no return here is color. Darker colors absorb more heat. If the new color you choose is significantly darker than the original vinyl color, the panels can absorb enough heat to expand beyond what they're designed for -- causing warping, buckling, or sagging. Once that happens, it's permanent. Repainting lighter can slow or stop it from getting worse, but won't undo what's already warped. This is not rare. Look at houses in your neighborhood and you'll find examples.Benjamin Moore has a collection of about 75 vinyl safe colors formulated with pigments that reflect more infrared heat, so a darker-looking color doesn't absorb heat the same way a standard formula would. These are a real step forward -- but they're not a blank check. The quality and thickness of your vinyl, your sun exposure, and whether you're using the right paint product all factor in. Vinyl safe colors are intended for use in Regal Select, Aura, or Element Guard specifically.Dan's checklist: check your vinyl manufacturer's repainting recommendations, use a Benjamin Moore vinyl safe color, use it in Regal Select, Aura, or Element Guard, and don't push dramatically darker than the original color if you can help it.Bottom Line [37:28]For any of these surfaces, stop into any RepcoLite before you start. Bring pictures, bring samples, bring whatever you've got. The staff can help you work through the right product, the right color, and the right approach so you're not finding out what you didn't know on the back end of a project you can't undo.EventsCar show at Lakewood RepcoLite -- July 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and the Corvette Club. Free admission, Hudsonville ice cream while it lasts. Some construction out front but you can get through. Dan will be there.Products MentionedRoma Bio Limewash -- Breathable masonry finish for brick; available at RepcoLiteRoma Bio Mineral Paint -- Breathable mineral-based option for brick; available at RepcoLiteAyers Basement Systems -- Foundation crack evaluation (typically free)WoodLux -- Solid color deck stain; available at RepcoLiteRepcoLite WoodMaster -- Solid color deck stain; available at RepcoLiteRepcoLite floor sander rental -- For removing deck paint; ask in storeBenjamin Moore vinyl safe color collection -- ~75 colors formulated for vinyl siding; available at RepcoLiteBenjamin Moore Regal Select, Aura, Element Guard -- Products where vinyl safe formulations are availableFind the ShowEpisodes available anytime at repcolite.com -- click the On the Radio tab.Home In Progress | RepcoLite Paints | Sponsored by Benjamin Moore
We talk with Councilmember Eugene Green about the Blue Green Corridors project in Gentilly and about the Sewerage and Water Board's struggles.
Many of you dream of making a living as a writer. Well, today's episode features just the guest you need to learn from. Jane Friedman has spent many years in the publishing industry and knows a thing or two about what it takes to build a solid business of being a writer.Jane shares from her wealth of experience, and we get to talk shop about what it means to be emotionally resilient and set realistic expectations. We also discuss the nitty-gritty details of how to establish your writing business, like balancing income streams, integrating art, and avoiding the rabbit hole of social media toxicity.Jane has spent nearly 25 years working in the book publishing industry, with a focus on author education and trend reporting. She is the editor of The Bottom Line, the essential publishing industry newsletter for authors, and her latest book is The Business of Being a Writer, Second Edition (University of Chicago Press), which received a starred review from Library Journal.If you've thought about pursuing a career as a writer, this episode covers the essentials for success. Listen in now!Get to know Jane:WebsiteInstagram @janefriedmanFacebook @janefriedmanJoin the free newsletter, Electric SpeedBook recommendation: How to Say Goodbye, by Wendy MacNaughtonFollow me on:Instagram @stacyennisFacebook @stacyenniscreativeLinkedInYouTube @stacyennisauthorTo submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or join my http://stacyennis.com/join and fill out the form on the page.
The Bottom Line with Chois Woodman, Trent Hilliard and Jamie Lent tells you what you need to know in the world of sports both locally and nationally, and they read your comments from the chatline. We recap what we thought of the MLB all star, and we also discuss the semifinal game in the World Cup between Argentina and England. The group gives their blind projections for the Oklahoma State Cowboys and how they think their season will go when football starts in September. Chois' question of the day was, which BIG 12 program are you still not sure about and which program are you most confident about, outside of Texas Tech. Jamie's tell me I'm wrong statement was that the wide receivers are the most interesting position group coming into the season with a lot of unknowns.
Real estate agents and lenders get the VA loan wrong constantly, and it's costing veterans and service members one of the most powerful financial tools they'll ever have access to. In this episode, I break down 11 of the most common lies I hear from agents and lenders who either don't understand the VA loan or don't want to learn it because it cuts into their commission. I'm a licensed agent, licensed lender, and VA loan expert, and I'm done watching people get talked out of the best mortgage in the world. Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (00:27) - Lie #1: You Can Only Use the VA Loan Once (01:57) - Lie #2: The Inspection Kills Deals (03:33) - Lie #3: VA Appraisals Always Come In Low (04:24) - Tidewater and Reconsideration of Value (07:06) - Lie #4: Sellers Won't Accept VA Offers (10:03) - Lie #5: VA Loans Take Longer to Close (11:51) - Lie #6: You Can't Buy from a House Flipper (12:51) - Lie #7: Closing Costs Block the Deal (14:12) - Lie #8: VA Buyers Are Risky or Less Qualified (15:09) - Lie #9: The Funding Fee Makes It a Bad Deal (16:33) - Lie #10: You Can't Buy an Investment Property (17:25) - Lie #11: VA Loans Are Complicated (17:42) - The Bottom Line on VA Loans About the Show On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing. Resources & Links Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide Connect with David Pere Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frommilitarytomillionaire/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/militaryrei TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@militarymillionaire Produced by UNFLTR
Going analog in business does not mean throwing away the computer or abandoning every digital tool. It means asking a harder question: does the technology you are using still make the business easier, more profitable, or more effective?In this episode of It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass and Patricia Reszetylo examine the growing pile of software subscriptions, browser tabs, online systems, and digital habits that can quietly create more work for small business owners.The conversation looks at where digital systems clearly earn their place, including CRM and customer follow-up, and where an analog approach may create greater clarity. Whiteboards, physical planning systems, phone calls, and face-to-face conversations can still have strategic value when the business outcome supports them.Jennifer and Patricia also explore the human side of going analog. A Zoom meeting may be the most practical option when clients are hundreds of miles away. A local prospect may remember the business owner who showed up with coffee, shook a hand, and had a real conversation.The episode also revisits older business systems such as the physical tickler file and connects them to modern CRM automation. Many digital tools are extensions of processes businesses used long before today's software existed. Understanding the process can make it easier to decide which technology is actually worth keeping.For small business owners feeling overwhelmed by subscriptions, open tabs, and constant connectivity, this episode offers a practical reminder: choose technology based on strategic value. The best business system may be digital, analog, or a deliberate combination of both.Check out our "The Digital Detox & Profit Audit" for ways you can help restore some semblance of sanity in your business.Speaker Bios:Jennifer R. Glass is a business growth strategist and cohost of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. Her work focuses on the decisions, systems, customer experience issues, and execution gaps that affect business growth and revenue.Patricia Reszetylo is a marketer, business systems strategist, and cohost of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. Her work focuses on follow-through, business systems, operational discipline, and helping business owners turn opportunity into practical execution.Keywords/Tags: It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass, Patricia Reszetylo, going analog, analog business systems, small business technology, technology audit, digital overload, software subscriptions, subscription costs, tech stack, business systems, business productivity, small business productivity, human connection, customer relationships, CRM, customer follow-up, tickler file, workflow systems, business automation, digital tools, business operations, strategic technology, browser tabs, task switching, business efficiency, small business owners, entrepreneurship, hybrid business systems
The Bottom Line with Rob Breaux and Jamie Lent recap the home run derby from last night and how they like it to keep it the way it is for a while. We read all your comments and questions from the chatline. Rob's question of the day was, on your favorite sports teams, who is one player you absolutely could not stand? If Texas Tech loses to Houston in week three, should we be nervous Texas Tech will lose another game? We end the show with Rob bringing the most interesting facts of the day.
The Bottom Line with Chois Woodman and Chris Snead discuss if Texas Tech would ever move from the BIG 12. Chris asks the group which former Texas Tech coach left the best situation for the coach(s) coming after them. Chris gives Chois a pop quiz today. Chois has the tell me I'm wrong segment and his question was, is the home run derby one of the best events a fan can get to participate in? We end the show with Chois giving the most interesting facts of the day.
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Small Tweaks, Big Profits: 4 Tiny Changes That Add Five FiguresAre you looking for ways to increase profit without raising your prices across the board or completely overhauling your business?In this episode of the Female emPOWERed Podcast, Christa Gurka shares four simple, high-impact strategies that Pilates studios, cash-based physical therapy practices, and boutique fitness businesses can implement immediately. These small 1–10% improvements can dramatically improve profitability, retention, and client value—without requiring more clients or more hours. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How small pricing adjustments can add five figures in annual profit The pricing strategy you can build into contracts without making future announcements Why improving retention is more profitable than constantly chasing new leads How to identify "quiet quitters" before they cancel The simple question every team member should ask to create natural upsell opportunities Creative ways to increase revenue without raising your base membership prices How seven-figure business owners think differently about pricing and profitability Key Takeaways✔️ Small pricing and policy changes often create bigger profit than major overhauls.✔️ Monitor client behavior early—attendance patterns predict cancellations long before clients officially leave.✔️ Upselling should feel like helping clients, not selling to them.✔️ Simplifying offers and reducing decision fatigue leads to better conversions.✔️ The most successful business owners don't reject new ideas—they ask how they can make them work in their business. ResourcesReady to build a more profitable, scalable business?
Using AI as a strategic business partner is becoming one of the most practical ways small business owners can improve focus, planning, and execution without immediately building a larger team.In this episode of It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass and Patricia Reszetylo talk through how they use AI in their own businesses, from brainstorming and business advising to chief-of-staff support and project-specific planning.The conversation covers the shift from using ChatGPT as a general tool to building more focused AI projects that support specific business needs. Patricia shares how AI helped her think more clearly as a CEO, while Jennifer explains how her AI chief of staff helps keep priorities and progress on track.They also touch on the difference between chat-based AI tools and AI agents. Patricia offers a simple way to understand the difference: a chatbot is more like a pen pal, while an AI agent is closer to a trained employee that can eventually complete work with less constant instruction.This episode is especially useful for small business owners, consultants, and solo operators who feel stretched thin and want more strategic support, clearer thinking, and better systems without carrying the cost of a large team.The biggest takeaway: AI does not need to replace the business owner's judgment. Used well, it can become the advisor, organizer, and execution support sitting at the owner's elbow.Key topics covered: AI for small business, artificial intelligence, AI business partner, strategic business partner, ChatGPT for business, AI chief of staff, AI advisor, AI agents, agentic AI, small business growth, entrepreneurship, business systems, business strategy, productivity, operational efficiency, project planning, business automation, owner-led business, solo business owner, digital transformation, focus, execution, business leverage, AI prompts, AI projects, AI tools, strategic planningMain Insight: AI becomes more useful for business owners when it moves beyond a general brainstorming tool and becomes a structured strategic partner, chief of staff, advisor, and eventual agent-based support system.Speaker Bios:Jennifer R. Glass is the lead host of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. In this episode, she brings a practical business-growth lens to AI, focusing on how entrepreneurs can use it for priority management, focus, and operational support.Patricia Reszetylo is a recurring host of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. In this episode, she shares how she uses AI as a business advisor, project support system, and early-stage agent-building tool to help small operators gain more leverage.
Payments are getting smarter, faster, and more automated, but the stakes are still deeply human. I sit down with Gunita Bindra, CRO of Paymode New Business Development at Bottomline, to talk about what it takes to lead in fintech when AI is reshaping how decisions get made and how money moves. Along the way, Ganita shares her path from computer science in India to roles in software engineering, solution consulting, product management, and now leading sales and partnerships in the B2B payments world. We explore what “the future is human” means when technology can feel like it's in the driver's seat. Gunita lays out why leaders in payments need to embrace change while building for enduring excellence, not just short-term success. We also get practical about the customer experience behind every transaction: how product-minded empathy shows up in sales conversations, why understanding small business payment pain matters, and how transparency turns into trust when your platform can clearly explain where a payment is, why it's there, and what happens next. Then we look forward at agentic commerce and the idea of payments that can route themselves with humans still in the loop. Gunita offers a grounded take on job evolution, the skills that stay valuable, and the mindset shift leaders need right now. We close with direct advice for women entering payments and fintech: network early, ask for what you want, build a business case, and learn negotiation without apology.
What happens when you strip away the assumption that success is measured solely by profit? In this deeply authentic conversation, Andy Lopata is joined by Paul Hargreaves to explore how commercial businesses can thrive by putting people and the planet at the centre of their operations. Paul opens up about his non-traditional path to business—from spending over a decade doing inner-city charity work in Deptford, South London, to starting Cotswold Fayre from the back of his car. He shares the painful reality of a massive warehouse management system failure in 2014 that nearly collapsed the business, explaining why the resulting team restructuring was a vital "pruning process" that paved the way for B Corp certification. Andy and Paul discuss the practicalities of leading with values, why Cotswold Fayre uses "heart and soul" questions to recruit for character over skills, the underutilised power of intuition in decision-making, and how Paul addresses executive loneliness. Finally, Paul defines "The Fourth Bottom Line," explaining why global change must start with the personal, internal transformation of the leader. Why might a catastrophic IT failure be the best thing that ever happens to your company culture? Discover how a business crisis can act as a natural filter, stripping away toxic patterns and misaligned team members. What are "heart and soul" questions, and how can they revolutionise your hiring process? Explore how to move past CV skills and interview candidates purely for character, deep motivation, and cultural fit. Is your workplace community crossing the line from supportive to destructive? Learn the subtle difference between healthy team friendships and negative, external relationships that can actively drag an organisation down. What is "The Fourth Bottom Line"? Find out why trying to solve massive global problems like climate change will fail unless leaders undergo a profound personal and internal transformation first. Download the full episode to discover how to align your personal growth with your business success! SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Connect with Andy Lopata: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn | X/Twitter | YouTube Connect with Paul Hargreaves: Website |LinkedIn | YouTube Paul Hargreaves' Books: Forces for Good and The Fourth Bottom Line Paul's Podcast: 4th Bottom Line People Mentioned: Giles Hutchins (Sussex Woods), Ben Brabin (Walking platform), Luke Ambler (Andy's Man Club). The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring What we discussed in this episode:
When we think of the United States' Founding Fathers, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin are often the names that come to mind. But what would this nation be like without the voice behind the famous line, “Give me liberty, or give me death?” Dagen McDowell is the co-host of “The Bottom Line” on FOX Business, but she also serves on the Board of Directors for the Patrick Henry National Memorial. She joins FBN's Lydia Hu to discuss Patrick Henry's legacy and his importance to this nation's independence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When we think of the United States' Founding Fathers, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin are often the names that come to mind. But what would this nation be like without the voice behind the famous line, “Give me liberty, or give me death?” Dagen McDowell is the co-host of “The Bottom Line” on FOX Business, but she also serves on the Board of Directors for the Patrick Henry National Memorial. She joins FBN's Lydia Hu to discuss Patrick Henry's legacy and his importance to this nation's independence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When we think of the United States' Founding Fathers, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin are often the names that come to mind. But what would this nation be like without the voice behind the famous line, “Give me liberty, or give me death?” Dagen McDowell is the co-host of “The Bottom Line” on FOX Business, but she also serves on the Board of Directors for the Patrick Henry National Memorial. She joins FBN's Lydia Hu to discuss Patrick Henry's legacy and his importance to this nation's independence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Soaring money and soaring questions. As President Donald Trump's wealth has soared since retaking office, a new financial disclosure shows his two premier Florida resorts have also delivered record-breaking surges in revenue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Disaster recovery has undergone a complete transformation. What was once focused on tape backups, secondary data centers, and keeping systems online has become a race against sophisticated cyber threats where minutes matter and identity is the new security perimeter.In this episode of Business, Brains & The Bottom Line, Paul Di Liegro sits down with Joe Ross, Joe Galvan, Terry Murray, John Parker, and Stephen Sepulveda to explore how disaster recovery has evolved alongside today's cybersecurity landscape. Together, they discuss the shift to hybrid and multi-cloud environments, the growing impact of ransomware, and why traditional recovery strategies are no longer enough.Whether you're a CIO, IT leader, security professional, or business executive, this conversation provides valuable insight into building resilience in a world where cyberattacks are no longer a matter of if, but when.In this episode you'll discover:How disaster recovery has evolved over the past two decadesWhy cybersecurity and disaster recovery are now inseparableThe challenges of protecting today's hybrid and multi-cloud environmentsWhy identity has become the foundation of modern securityPractical lessons for improving organizational resilience before disaster strikes
Aw man, a book you love has gone out of print. But it's not gone forever! There are many reasons publishers bring books back from the grave—suddenly hockey romance is popular, or an author becomes online famous, the world got into sourdough bread during the pandemic, or one of many, many other reasons.This week on the pod, Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back to talk to Joe and Elly about trendspotting, marketing, rights, and other things that go into consideration when a publisher might want to bring a book back into print!************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the People's Guide to Publishing book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: https://microcosmpublishing.comSubscribe to our monthly email newsletter: https://microcosm.pub/newsletterFind us on social media:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@microcosmpub/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/microcosm.bsky.socialInstagram: http://instagram.com/microcosm_pubFacebook: http://facebook.com/microcosmpublishing************
In this special HITEC edition of The Modern Hotelier, David Millili and Steve Carran sit down with Chris Zach, Senior Director of Product Marketing at ServiceChannel, to explore how hotels can modernize facilities management, improve guest satisfaction, and reduce operational complexity.Chris shares how ServiceChannel helps hotel operators manage external vendors from start to finish, streamlining everything from dispatching work orders to invoice approvals, while providing access to a network of more than 70,000 service providers. The conversation dives into the growing challenges facing hotel engineering teams, rising labor costs, and why proactive maintenance is becoming a competitive advantage.The discussion also covers how AI is transforming facilities management by helping hotel teams prioritize critical work orders, improve response times, and make smarter maintenance decisions without adding more technology complexity. Chris explains how ServiceChannel integrates seamlessly into existing hotel tech stacks while giving operators, owners, and asset managers greater visibility into property health and long-term capital planning.Key Topics: How ServiceChannel simplifies facilities and vendor management The biggest maintenance challenges facing hotel operators today Integrating facilities management into the modern hotel tech stack Best practices for scaling maintenance across multiple propertiesWatch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XCSttDN1ATYLinks:Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriszach/ServiceChannel: https://servicechannel.com/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/303Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-..Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn pageConnect with Steve and David:Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil.
Internet safety: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers If a stranger walked up to your teenager on the street and tried to manipulate what they believed, you'd step in instantly. But it's happening every single day, completely undetected, right through their screens. In this eye-opening episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos welcomes Dr. Mari Davies, a senior lecturer in education and author of Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers. Together, they pull back the curtain on the multi-billion-dollar algorithms engineered to capture your teen's developing brain. While tracking apps and screen limits offer temporary fixes, the real secret to long-term internet safety is building "cognitive immunity" through critical thinking. In this episode, Kristina and Dr. Davies break down: The Algorithm Advantage: What parents are truly up against when a teen opens TikTok or Instagram, and how these apps weaponize personal demographics [02:43]. The Teenage Brain on Social Media: Why a natural dip in adolescent dopamine makes teenagers uniquely vulnerable to online risks and the "imaginary audience" [05:27]. The Street Smarts Model: A deep dive into the 4 core pillars—Respect for Self, Reasons, Difference, and Change—and how they apply to a scrolling feed [11:55]. Spotting AI and Fake News: Dr. Davies' number one rule of thumb for handling outrageous influencer content and advanced voice/image deepfakes [19:17]. The Power of Healthy Arguing: Why teaching your kids (especially girls!) to respectfully debate and voice their opinions at home keeps them safe from real-world predators [24:07]. Stick around until the end, where Dr. Davies shares a single, effortless question you can ask your teen today to immediately trigger their critical thinking muscles [32:17]! You don't have to be a tech genius to give your child a fighting chance against the digital noise. Hit that subscribe button, join our community, and let's help our teens become street-smart online! ✨ Connect with Dr. Mari Davies: Grab her book: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers: How Kids Can Be Street Smart About AI Algorithms, Fake News, and Social Media ✨ Join The Impactful Parent Community: Website: http://theimpactfulparent.com Head to our site to download the FREE Impactful Parent App so you never miss a tip to help your family thrive! #InternetSafety #CriticalThinking #ParentingTeens #SocialMediaAlgorithms #KristinaCampos #TheImpactfulParent #MariDavies #DigitalLiteracy #TeenMentalHealth Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making my parenting journey better!"
Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailSchedule an Rx AssessmentWelcome to another episode of the Bottom Line Catch Up and the team is back together celebrating America 250!In this episode, we break down:Tradeshow seasonMFP refunds and taxesHow to find a pharmacy buyerAnd more!Stay connected with us: FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP LinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP TwitterBonnie Bond – CPA LinkedInBonnie Bond – CPA Twitter More resources on this topic: Podcast - The Bottom Line Catch Up | Ep. 1 | Tax Season, Transitions, and the Peptide WavePodcast – Driving Independent Pharmacy Profitability in 2026 with Nicolette Mathey, PharmD, CEO of Atrium24Podcast – 2026 Quarter 2 Pharmacy Update
What do you do when you finally get the thing you've been chasing, and your soul still says there has to be more?In this message:- Why the things we build to give life meaning always leave us asking "what else is there"- What the Teacher means by "fear God" and why it's not what most of us think- How God's seeing differs from surveillance (and why that distinction changes everything)- Why the cross is the place where the Judge absorbed the verdict that belonged to us- What it looks like to finally stop performing and actually live
Welcome to the very first Friday on the Lanai.A new weekly series that's a little less structured and a little more personal.Think of it as grabbing your favorite drink, pulling up a chair, and spending a few minutes together before we head into the weekend.This week, I'm sharing two unexpected moments that made me smile, why I believe this work can be both incredibly rewarding and emotionally exhausting, and a conversation with my AI research assistant, Angel, that challenged me in a way I didn't expect.You'll also hear what's been stuck in my head this week (yes, music has a way of following me everywhere), a podcast episode I think every leader in senior living should hear, and a few exciting updates about guests coming soon across all three of my podcasts.Whether you're relaxing on your porch, your lanai, your stoop, or driving home after a long week, I hope this episode reminds you that you're not alone in the work you're doing.In this episode:Two conversations that genuinely made me smileWhy serving families can be emotionally exhausting and deeply meaningfulWhat my AI research assistant said that stopped me in my tracksThe song that's been living rent-free in my headA leadership podcast recommendation worth your timeUpcoming guests and what's coming nextMentioned in this episode:A Bit of Optimism with Simon SinekTim Harris, President of the Los Angeles LakersMy AI research assistant, AngelIf you enjoyed spending a few minutes with me, I'd love for you to subscribe to Start With Occupancy so you never miss future Friday on the Lanai episodes, practical strategies, and conversations designed to help you grow your senior living business while serving more families.And if you'd like even more insights, behind-the-scenes thoughts, resources, and updates that don't always make it into the podcast, be sure to subscribe to my newsletter, The Bottom Line. The very first edition is on the way, and I'd love to have you join me there.Until next time, take what you need, share what helps, and come back for more.Send questions for Ask Me Anything episodes!Support the showLooking for a mentor to receive more tips on growing occupancy and revenue? Join the Facebook Group for FREE monthly trainings . Click Here For FB GroupSubscribe to the Start With Occupancy YouTube channel to interact with me on weekly live chats and ask questions in real-time Click Here For YT PageBookmark the Impact Hub website to your browser for continual updates, new resources and LIVE workshops available to you. Click Here For Start With Occupancy website.
Thom's Nutshell: Rather than praying for circumstances to change, pray for the strength and wisdom to face those circumstances. “This shouldn't be happening!” Well, it IS happening. So how do we deal with it? Riffing on Rumi, Paul McCartney, and Kathryn Grody with superfriend Joe Chisholm. Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com Our music is provided by the great southern artist Jefferson Ross. Learn more about Jefferson at jeffersonross.com Visit our website: www.emotionalsobriety.info Follow us on social media: Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Friendly Circle Berlin workshops: https://friendlycircleberlin.org/events Allen's book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below): https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing workshop video series on Emotional Sobriety and the 12 Steps, visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEM2-kqLkfp3I4c0jy-X-g Also, please join our “Emotional Sobriety and Recovery” FB Group at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/120450976662519 We'd love to stay in touch in between meetings. We appreciate feedback! Contact Patrick, our producer, at pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions or comments. Chapters (00:00:00) - Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery(00:02:57) - Tom's Bottom Line(00:04:36) - Tom's Closet:(00:10:44) - Letting It Be(00:16:16) - How To Cope With A Codependent Partner(00:17:34) - A message from Joe in AA(00:20:56) - In the Elevator With Rumi
In this episode of It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R Glass and Patricia Reszetylo continue their series on The New Local: How Hyper Local Positioning Can Out-Perform National Marketing, this time focusing on short-form video and contests as practical tools for local business growth.The conversation starts with short-form video and why it can be so useful for local businesses that want more visibility without needing a national-scale campaign or a massive production budget. Jennifer and Patricia talk about the value of showing what is already happening inside the business, including behind-the-scenes moments, product arrivals, team activity, customer-facing experiences, and the small details that help people feel more connected to the business before they ever walk through the door.They also discuss how short-form video can support a Google Business Profile, which is often one of the first places a potential customer sees a local business. Posting photos and videos there can help make the business feel active, current, and worth paying attention to. Rather than treating video as something that only belongs on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, or Instagram, this episode looks at video as a practical visibility asset that can be used wherever local prospects are already looking.Jennifer and Patricia also get into the importance of authenticity. Local business video does not have to be perfectly polished to work. In many cases, the more useful and believable content comes from real moments: a product being opened, a chef preparing something interesting, a team member explaining a process, or a business owner documenting part of the company's story. Planned content still matters, but so does capturing the moments that make a business distinctive.The episode then shifts into contests and how they can be used to create participation, referrals, and local buzz. Jennifer and Patricia discuss why a contest needs to be relevant to the business and interesting to the people the business wants to attract. A generic giveaway may get attention for a moment, but a well-designed contest can create more meaningful engagement, especially when it connects to other local businesses, encourages people to participate in the community, or gives customers a reason to talk about the business with others.From behind-the-scenes video and Google Business Profile updates to partnership-driven contests and scavenger-hunt-style promotions, this episode gives local business owners practical ideas for becoming more visible, more memorable, and more engaging in their own market.Topics covered include: local marketing, hyper-local marketing, hyper local positioning, short-form video, video marketing, local business marketing, small business marketing, contests, business contests, social media marketing, Google Business Profile, local SEO, behind-the-scenes video, business storytelling, customer engagement, small business growth, local visibility, community marketing, restaurant marketing, content marketing, video content, social media contests, business differentiation, customer attraction, brand awareness, local business promotion, referral marketing, authentic marketing, organic content, business visibility, Fathom AI NotetakerAbout your hosts: Jennifer R Glass is the lead host of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. In this episode, she brings a practical marketing perspective to local business growth, especially around Google Business Profile visibility, short-form video, contests, and ways businesses can create more engagement through useful, relevant marketing.Patricia Reszetylo is a recurring host of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. In this episode, she shares ideas from her own business-building experience, including how behind-the-scenes video, authentic content, unique local stories, and creative contest structures can help a business stand out in its own market.
On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla explains why he's still skeptical about whether Iran is really going to abandon its hopes to acquire a nuclear weapon. Co-host of “Outnumbered” Emily Compagno stops by to recap an eventful Saturday in New York City with your radio buddy attending Fox News superstar Jacqui Heinrich's wedding. PLUS, co-host of “The Bottom Line” and co-host of “The Big Money Show” Brian Brenberg puts his professor cap back on to try and make sense of the latest word salads from former Vice President Kamala Harris and ex-first daughter Chelsea Clinton. [00:00:00] Vance gives update on Iran negotiations [00:40:05] Emily Compagno [00:58:40] Callers weigh in on Trump's Iran deal [01:17:15] How markets are reacting to Iran developments [01:35:25] Brian Brenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us Fan MailThis week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks with a panel of experts to go over the latest fish consumption warnings that were issued by the FWP, Montana DEQ and the Department of Health and Humane services. When that press release about the fish consumption warnings came out back in late April Rigger called his buddy Greg Lemon at the FWP. Greg was able to get a date set when three experts from the Department of Health and Human Services, DEQ and the FWP could all get together and come on the podcast. Rigger and the Captain had received lots of emails from folks that were concerned about consuming the fish that they were catching. After all, the headline of the press release said, “DATA INDICATES FISH CAUGHT IN SOME MONTANA WATERBODIES MAY CONTAIN DETECTABLE LEVELS OF THE MAN-MADE POLLUTANTS KNOWN AS PFAS”. PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. What are those? The experts on podcast will explain it way better than we can, all we know is that they are not good for you if you eat a lot of them. As Rigger put it after he had heard that one of the fish mentioned was Walleye; “The headline alone was enough to scare the P-FAS out of me that is for sure! Especially since my health has not been the best lately and I love to eat Walleye!”. That is why he wanted to get the facts directly from the experts. And that is exactly what you will get when you watch or listen to this podcast, especially if you are one of the folks that had heard about it like Rigger and got pretty darn concerned. So here is what we recommend. First, watch or listen to the podcast as it gives some great information that we are sure will make you feel a lot better when you get the facts from the experts that Rigger has on this week's podcast. If you want to get even more info there are some links below that will give you some great info as well, however you will probably understand that info better if you watch or listen to the podcast first. Also, there are links to take you straight to the emails of the experts on the podcast as well, if you want to ask them questions directly. Bottomline; Montana basically has cleanest fish and water in the country! That said, there are recommendations that you should follow especially for women that are pregnant or for younger kids. So, watch or listen to this podcast to get great info and help you find the details you need!Links: Click here to read the press release that came a while back.One of the experts on the podcast is Trevor Selch who is a Fisheries Pollution Biologist with the FWP, and he gave us a copy of the Montana Sport Fish Consumption Guidelines which is full of great info. Click here to look that over.Click here to email Trevor with you questions.Another expert on the podcast is Andy Ulven. He is the Water Quality Planning Bureau Chief with the Montana DEQ. And here are the links to some publications that will also give you lots more info about what is being done about all this.Montana's 2020 PFAS Action Plan2024 Action Plan Progress Report2023 Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Fish Tissue and Surface Water ReportIf you have questions for Andy, click here to email him.Dawn Nelson was another expert on the podcast who was also very helpful. She is a Toxicology & Environmental Public Health Supervisor with the Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services. She said you are welcome to click here to email herwith any questions you have.Questions for Rigger? He would love to hear from you, just click here to email him! Support the showRemember to tune in to The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, live every Saturday from 6:00AM to 8:00AM MT. The show airs on 30 radio stations across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
Ariella Noveck, co-founder of “Bottom Line Media” non-profit, joins the program to discuss hosting Sid in Israel this week for the annual JNS International Policy Summit in Jerusalem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Want to know your English level? Take our free English fluency quiz. Find out if your level is B1, B2, or C1. Do you love Business English? Try our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the intermediate or advanced level. This is an award-winning podcast with more than 4 million monthly downloads. IELTS Energy Podcast: Learn IELTS from a former Examiner and achieve your Band 7 or higher, featuring Jessica Beck and Aubrey Carter Visit our website here or https://lnk.to/website-sn Send your English question or episode topic idea to support@allearsenglish.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What separates top-performing enterprise sales organizations from everyone else? According to Carl Erikson, CEO of Beacon Worldwide Sales Consultants, it starts with understanding how buyers think.In this episode of Business, Brains & The Bottom Line, Carl shares the strategies, insights, and real world lessons that have helped Beacon Worldwide work with 60% of the world's top 10 enterprise selling organizations and generate billions of dollars in client wins.We explore the critical moments in complex sales cycles where deals are won or lost, the psychology driving executive decision-making, and how sales teams can anticipate buyer concerns before they surface. Carl also discusses the evolving role of AI in enterprise sales, the importance of aligning teams around a common strategy, and why practical execution matters far more than theoretical sales methodologies.Whether you're leading a sales organization, managing strategic accounts, or looking to improve your team's ability to close high-value opportunities, this conversation delivers actionable insights from someone who has spent decades helping organizations win the deals that matter most.Topics discussed include:Why understanding buyer psychology is a competitive advantageThe common mistakes sales teams make in complex enterprise dealsHow top-performing organizations approach strategic opportunitiesUsing AI to enhance, not replace, effective sellingAligning sales teams around winning strategies and executionLessons learned from working with global enterprise organizationsBuilding customer conversations that move opportunities forward faster
Retail is one of the most misunderstood business models in the design industry.In this episode, Cheryl sits down with designer Ryan Williams of Artisan Design Studio to talk about the realities of adding retail to a design firm. From inventory investments and vendor relationships to client trust and showroom strategy, they discuss what retail actually costs, what it can do for your business, and why a storefront should support your design firm not distract from it.They also share lessons learned, mistakes made, and what designers should consider before signing a lease. If you've ever thought about opening a shop, showroom, or design center, this episode will help you evaluate the decision through a practical business lens.About Ryan WilliamsRyan Williams, principal designer and owner of Artisan Design Studio, has been practicing interior design for more than 20 years and has owned her business for over 15 of those years. Her approach to design goes far beyond creating beautiful spaces — Ryan is deeply committed to understanding her clients and their families to design homes that support their mental, physical, and emotional well-being. She prides herself on being both the expert in the room and a friend at the table.Have a question--click here to ask us.Loved this episode? Click here to leave a 5⭐ reviewRESOURCE LINKS:Damn Good Workshops - WebsiteView our upcoming workshops!These workshops are 2–3 hour deep dives (some more than one day) built for creative entrepreneurs who want to lead with confidence, price with authority, and grow with intention. We created this workshop series with tracks that cover the challenges we know designers face: pricing, sales, client relationships, project management, marketing, and leadership.Each workshop is designed to stand alone — so you can choose the topics that matter most right now — while still connecting to the bigger picture of building a profitable, sustainable design business.Damn Good Designer - Damn Good Designer - WebsiteThe best multi-faceted business coaching for Interior designers—seriously. This is not some wham-bam glamathon; It is the real deal you have been looking for and what is missing from the business coaching marketplace today.The Paradigm Quick Start - 3 Month Custom Coaching ProgramThe Paradigm Shift - 6 Month Custom Coaching ProgramThe Paradigm Intensive - 12 Month One on One Immersive Custom Business CoachingJoin our FREE Facebook GroupsSmall Business - Think Big - FacebookWhat They Didn't Teach You in Design School - Facebook GroupSubscribe to our newsletterABOUT US:Cheryl Clendenon is the host of The Damn Good Designer Podcast and an award-winning interior designer, writer, and business coach with 26 years of full-time industry experience. With a prior career in media and radio sales, she brings a rare blend of creative thinking and business acumen to the design world. Cheryl was named KBB Person of the Year in 2021, is a nationally published industry voice with a monthly column in Home Accents Today, and regularly speaks on pricing, scope, process, and profitability. Known for her fast pace, contrarian instincts, and practical insight, Cheryl helps established design firms build stronger businesses and define success on their own terms.***Any use of this page and its content to develop or train artificial intelligence or to do computer analysis is prohibited.***
In this episode of It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R Glass and Patricia Reszetylo continue their series on hyper-local marketing, focusing on two old-school visibility tools that can still work when used with sharper strategy: outdoor billboards and local PR.The conversation looks at how local businesses can use billboards to create awareness, direct traffic, and support other marketing channels like Google Business Profile. Jennifer and Patricia discuss why a billboard creative has to be simple, memorable, and easy to act on, especially when people are driving past at speed. A strong image, clear positioning, memorable URL, easy phone number, or simple directional cue can make the difference between wasted exposure and actual response.They also shift into localized public relations, including the difference between regional media, community media, niche publications, local newspapers, neighborhood newsletters, and event-based publicity. For small businesses, especially restaurants, retail locations, professional services, and local service providers, PR does not have to mean chasing national attention. Often, the better opportunity is showing up consistently in the smaller publications and community channels that local buyers actually read.This episode is a practical reminder that national platforms and traditional media tools can still create local results when businesses think clearly about geography, timing, audience, message, and follow-through.About your hosts:Jennifer R Glass is the lead host of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. She brings a practical business perspective to marketing, visibility, and growth conversations, with a focus on helping business owners think through what actually drives action.Patricia Reszetylo is a recurring host of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. She brings a marketing-minded, business-building perspective to the show, often connecting strategy to real-world examples, local business growth, and practical implementation.Topics covered include: hyper local marketing, local business marketing, outdoor billboards, billboard advertising, public relations, local PR, small business advertising, community media, local media, regional marketing, niche publications, memorable URLs, QR codes, text keywords, Google Business Profile, local search, restaurant marketing, grand opening marketing, local newspapers, Patch, Daily Voice, Natural Awakenings, community newsletters, neighborhood marketing, small business growth, brand awareness, local visibility, media outreach, PR strategy, local advertising
Dagen McDowell, anchor, analyst on the Fox Business Network, and Co-Host of the The Bottom Line with Dagen McDowell and Brian Brenberg, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss the economic growth following the United States' deal with Iran to end the ongoing war in the region. McDowell reacts to shockwaves that could continue for the following weeks and months, as well as practical economic effects that everyday Americans will feel. McDowell also discussed criticism surrounding Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire following Space X going public, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us Fan MailSchedule an Rx AssessmentWelcome to the inaugural Bottom Line Catch Up and Hawaiian Shirt Friday at Sykes & Company, and the team is back together including Bonnie, who survived a grizzly bear encounter in Yellowstone for a wide-ranging post-tax season catch-up.In this episode, we break down the hottest topics right now in pharmacy including:Transition conversationsMulti-store expansion opportunitiesWhy peptides may be the biggest thing to ever hit compounding pharmacyAnd more!Stay connected with us: FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP LinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP TwitterBonnie Bond – CPA LinkedInBonnie Bond – CPA TwitterMore resources on this topic:Podcast – Driving Independent Pharmacy Profitability in 2026 with Nicolette Mathey, PharmD, CEO of Atrium24Podcast – 2026 Quarter 2 Pharmacy UpdatePodcast – Building a Super Culture in Your Pharmacy
This episode explores the critical connection between organizational culture and business performance, challenging the misconception that culture is merely superficial "ping pong tables and branded water bottles." Hosts Simone Sloan and Rich Batchelor, along with guest Mark Roberts, CEO of MyHR Department, examine how culture, defined as shared beliefs, behaviours, and norms, directly impacts employee engagement, productivity, and profitability. The discussion reveals that culture is fundamentally about how teams feel on Monday mornings, how conflicts are resolved, and whether leadership behaviours align with stated organizational values. The speakers emphasize that culture is not a top-down mandate to be implemented overnight but rather a systemic, evolutionary process requiring intentional investment, consistent leadership modeling, and regular assessment through tools like stay interviews. They highlight that companies with high-engagement cultures see measurable results: 21% higher productivity and 17% higher profitability (per Gallup research), yet many leaders still underinvest in employee development and cultural initiatives, treating human capital differently than physical infrastructure. Key Takeaways:Culture is measurable and directly tied to business outcomes: high engagement correlates with 21% higher productivity and 17% higher profitability, making it a strategic business imperative, not a "nice-to-have." Leadership behaviour, not position or results alone, should be the primary assessment criterion; leaders must model the values and behaviours they expect, as employees will replicate what they see rewarded. Implement stay interviews regularly across departments to identify cultural strengths and weaknesses before employees leave; use this data to inform intentional cultural interventions. Culture requires systemic, top-down investment in both time and money; treating employee development with the same rigor as infrastructure maintenance directly impacts retention, recruitment costs, and customer experience.Individual employees should evaluate whether a toxic culture is worth the cost to their health and well-being; sometimes the exit route is the healthier choice rather than enduring unsustainable conditions.
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What Teens Are Really Asking In this episode, Kristina Campos and Jenny Colman dive deep into the digital world adolescents navigate today, revealing the unspoken questions and curiosities teens have about relationships, boundary-crossing behaviors, and online content. Rather than looking for "how-to" guides, data from the What's Okay helpline shows that teens are overwhelmingly asking "Is this normal?" regarding things they witness or experience in the digital space [03:01]. They discuss how to spot red flags wh Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making my parenting journey better!"
Every bank needs to pay attention to the balance sheet but what makes many happy returns possible? Energized employees in a thriving culture provide without a doubt the x-factor that allows a financial institution to succeed and outperform its less culture-centric peers. Anthony J. Labozzetta, President and CEO of Provident Financial Services and Provident Bank, discusses how his regional puts culture first, which makes it easy then truly put customers first and expand the bank's ever-growing footprint.
Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' podcasts every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' videos that stream live on YouTube every weekday afternoon starting at 3 p.m. Eastern! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to Exponential View, the show where I explore how exponential technologies such as AI are reshaping our future. I've been studying AI and exponential technologies at the frontier for over ten years. Each week, I share some of my analysis or speak with an expert guest to make light of a particular topic. To keep up with the Exponential transition, subscribe to this channel or to my newsletter: https://www.exponentialview.co/ — More than three years after ChatGPT's release, only 27% of executives say AI has met their ROI expectations. The history of factory electrification explains why — most companies are at the light-bulb stage, adding Copilot licenses rather than reconceptualizing their businesses around AI. In this episode I map the three stages of AI adoption, and show what it actually takes to move from chatbots to the autonomous company — the only stage where the moat becomes real. I covered: (01:40) Ford's electricity playbook: why AI adoption needs a complete rethink (03:51) The congestion problem: why AI gains stall (05:45) Chatbot to autonomous company: your three-stage roadmap (06:40) Why individual productivity gains won't build a moat — and what will (10:17) Which companies are getting AI transformation right (14:12) My 2029 AI adoption forecast — and how to stay ahead Read my essay "Why AI isn't showing up on your bottom line" on Substack: https://www.exponentialview.co/p/why-ai-isnt-showing-up-on-your-bottom-line — Where to find me: Exponential View newsletter: https://www.exponentialview.co/ Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azeem/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/azeem Production by EPIIPLUS1. Production and research: Baba Films, Chantal Smith, Marija Gavrilov. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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