Podcasts about Boutique

Bababam vous propose de redécouvrir Silencio. Une dystopie politique plus actuelle que jamais. Alors que la montée des extrêmes secoue le monde, que les discours autoritaires se normalisent et que la confiance dans les institutions s'effondre, cette fiction résonne étrangement avec notre époque. Dans l'épisode précédent.... Salvény a participé à un meeting à l'ambiance tendue. Chargé d'assurer sa sécurité, Gabriel était sur les nerfs... Dans cet épisode, Natsé est sur le point de débuter sa mission particulière, et pour sa réussite, elle doit tout abandonner… Même ses souvenirs qui doivent être placés sur La Sauvegarde. De leur côté, Gabriel et Millie semblent se rapprocher. Mais dans quel but ? "Silencio" est la nouvelle fiction événement de Bababam. Un thriller politique et une véritable expérience sonore. Une fiction écrite par Thomas Le Petit-Corps, réalisée par Nathalie Bernas, montée par Jean-Gabriel Rassat. La musique a été composée par Simon Lauris. L'enregistrement a été effectué au studio L'arrière Boutique. Avec les participations de Zita Hanrot, Alban Lenoir, Roxane Bret, Nicolas Berno, Raphaëlle Lenoble, Thierry Frémont, Justin Blanckaert, Olivier Cruveiller, Marie Portolano, Onna Clairin, François Mariond, Brice Borg. Découvrez de nouveaux épisodes chaque mercredi, disponibles sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute.

Episode 236: Paul GaszoFor many of us, Paul Gaszo was part of our formative years, hooking us up with the coolest skatewear and sneakers as the former owner of Paul's Boutique. Now he joins Kid for an impromptu jam session about coming out, living authentically, facing judgment, vulnerability, mindset, and learning to forgive ourselves.

Send us Fan MailAP CEO - was sagt Ilaria Resta zur derzeitigen Situation von AP und zur Royal Pop? Mein Besuch in der A. Lange und Söhne Boutique mit den neuen limitierten 1815 Auf/Ab Modellen. Panerai hat endlich 42mm Luminor Modelle und ich hab die anprobiert....und am Ende dann noch die grosse Drohung von Nico Leonhard an Christopher Ward.... Viel Spass!! Danke für Deine Zeit und für's Zuhören. Sendet mir eine Voicemail und wir hören uns im Podcast:https://www.speakpipe.com/opportunistischesdurcheinanderBitte folgt mir/uns auf instagram IG: @leuchtmasse_podcast oder schreibt mir: opportunistischesdurcheinander@gmail.com

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Léonie débarque à Lapinville en quête de l'homme au sombrero et découvre la culture locale. La Chute de Lapinville Lapin, pervers narcissique en fin de droits, raconte son retour à Lapinville et sa décision de faire un podcast pour se venger de ses anciens camarades d'école. Il est bientôt rejoint par Chloé Bloomington, star de cinéma qu'une énorme shitstorm oblige à revenir dans sa ville natale pour jouer dans une fiction quotidienne à la con. Puis, on suit l'enquête de Spiruline, astucieuse stagiaire à la mairie, qui dévoilera des scandales insoupçonnés dans les plus hautes sphères de Lapinville… Fresque épique et palpitante, chronique de la catastrophe en cours et de ses ramifications les plus inattendues, La Chute de Lapinville a pu être décrite comme une variante des Simpson à la sauce rond-point ou un jumeau maléfique de Plus belle la vie. Scénario et dialogues Benjamin Abitan, Wladimir Anselme, Laura Fredducci, Éline Le Fur Direction artistique Benjamin Abitan Conseillère littéraire Noémie Landreau Réalisation Benjamin Abitan Assistante réalisation Anissa Zidna Musique originale Samuel Hirsch Comédiens Vanessa Dolmen (Léonie) Denis Lefrançois (Diego) Philippe Vieux (Christian) Benjamin Wangermée (Jérémie) Olivier Broche (Brigadier) Saadia Bentaïeb (Christiane) Johannes Oliver Hamm (Klaus Dimitri) Comédiens silhouette Eddie Chignara Angela Flao Voix générique Sophie Daulle Françoise Cousin Production ARTE Radio ARTE Studio Virginie Lacoste Sahar Pirouz Jacques Falgous Illustration Roxane Lumeret

✅ Grab my free guide "10 Discovery Call Mistakes" https://john-bunn.com/free-guide We went shopping for new living room furniture with a budget in mind. We ended up spending twice what we planned, and we were happy to do it. Why? It wasn't because someone convinced us to buy more. It was because one salesperson stopped trying to sell us and started trying to understand us. In Episode 2 of Walk It Out, I'm unpacking the difference between a big-box sales experience and a boutique one, and what it taught me about selling in the premium market. If you want to charge premium prices, the answer might not be lowering your price or finding more leads. It might be creating a buying experience that actually justifies what you're asking. Premium clients don't want to feel sold. They want to feel understood. 

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 2004, Nailed! Boutique has been an award-winning, locally owned neighborhood salon in Millcreek, offering nail, hair and aesthetic services with a focus on exceptional customer service. Joining us to talk about the salon's recent award-winning year and its apprenticeship program is Founder and Owner Tricia Bennion. Tricia Bennion: For more than two decades, Nailed! Boutique has been proud to provide quality nail services in an elevated environment while creating opportunities for professionals to grow. One of the things I'm most proud of is our new apprenticeship program, which gives aspiring nail technicians hands-on mentorship and the skills they need to graduate as skilled artists. This year has been especially exciting because Nailed! Boutique took home the Gold as Best Nail Salon in all three of the Best Of competitions offered in Utah – Best of Salt Lake, Best of Utah and Best of the Beehive. That means a lot to us because it reflects the trust our clients have placed in us. As an owner, I'm proud to see our team continue to grow and to develop the next generation of nail professionals because after 22 years we're still focused on providing an exceptional experience and earning the title of Salt Lake's most iconic nail salon. Derek Miller: Nailed! Boutique continues to strengthen Utah's beauty industry by creating opportunities for those entering the field while delivering a variety of quality services. Visit NailedBoutique.com. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 9/24/26

On this episode of the WillPower Podcast, Will sits down with Kyle Fugatt, founder of Hotel Launch and a short-term rental and boutique hotel operator with over $30 million in assets under management. Kyle has built his business at the intersection of hospitality and real estate, both operating his own properties and coaching investors on how to launch and scale their own boutique hotels.Kyle breaks down what separates a profitable STR from a struggling one, why boutique hotels are drawing more investor attention, and the key steps to moving from single-unit rentals to full hospitality assets. Whether you're running your first Airbnb or eyeing a small hotel conversion, this conversation is packed with practical insight on operations, guest experience, and building a hospitality portfolio that lasts.https://www.hotel-launch.com/Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/Read Rick Segal's blog: https://impactinvestorsegal.com/blog

Andreanna Mazereeuw doesn't think of a hotel website as a brochure — she thinks of it as a lobby. In this episode, Andreanna, president of Wallop, a Vancouver-based strategy agency working with independent, luxury, and experiential hotels, joins Ariela to unpack why so many boutique properties fail to translate their physical distinction into their digital presence. They dig into the real state of direct booking in 2026, why loyalty points mean almost nothing to boutique guests, and why brand strategy — not the latest marketing tactic — is always where the real work has to start.0:00 – Introduction to Andreanna Mazereeuw and Wallop2:35 – Why boutique and experiential hospitality, and the "David and Goliath" appeal of helping independents compete5:30 – Where digital translation breaks down: treating a website like a brochure instead of an online lobby9:35 – Understanding guest motivations over demographics12:38 – What lasting distinction looks like: a client case study on connection over luxury positioning18:11 – Reframing "digital vs. visceral": continuity, not competition20:17 – The real state of direct booking: website conversion, AEO, paid media, and loyalty23:22 – Why loyalty points don't move boutique and luxury guests25:50 – Rate-matching frustrations and the cost of losing direct bookings and guest data28:34 – Where to actually spend marketing dollars: brand foundations before tactics31:35 – The cultural shift toward community and belonging in travel36:48 – Closing advice: get your data architecture right firstEpisode Highlights:Wallop's client roster (Brush Creek Ranch, The Drake, Ace Hotel, The Standard, Miraval, and more) and its in-house documentary film arm, Wallop FilmThe "David and Goliath" appeal of helping independent hotels compete against big flags and OTAs through storytellingWhy treating a hotel website like a brochure fails, and her reframe of a good website as an "online lobby" with sensory continuityWhy guest motivation (the real reason someone chooses a property) matters more than demographic personasA client case study where a "luxury" positioning turned out to be secondary to the real driver of bookings: feeling known and welcomedHer reframe of the digital-vs-visceral tension in boutique hospitality as continuity between the two, not a competitionThe current, unglamorous reality of direct booking: converting website traffic, AEO (answer engine optimization), disciplined paid media, and loyalty/email marketing for repeat guestsWhy loyalty points don't move boutique and luxury guests, and Ariela's take on why the Bonvoy pitch to independents misses the markThe real cost — in dollars, data, and guest experience — of hotels refusing to rate-match direct inquiries against OTA pricingHer advice on where to spend marketing dollars: start with brand and guest understanding before tacticsThe industry-wide shift toward community and belonging, and why resonance without performance (or vice versa) both failHer single tactical fix for hoteliers before year-end: get a clean, trustworthy data architecture in placeAndreanna and Ariela close by tying the whole conversation back to one idea: distinctiveness only works when it's backed by genuine understanding of the guest, and both brand and business performance have to hold together at once. Whether it's a website, a booking policy, or a marketing budget, the properties winning right now are the ones that know exactly why their guests choose them — and build every decision, digital or physical, around that truth rather than trends, tactics, or hollow authenticity.Stay tuned for the next episode of The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela for more insightful discussions on the boutique lifestyle lodging industry.Keep connected with BLLA for the latest updates and explore BLLA.org for more resources. Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn to keep up with the pulse of boutique hospitality.

Bababam vous propose de redécouvrir Silencio. Une dystopie politique plus actuelle que jamais. Alors que la montée des extrêmes secoue le monde, que les discours autoritaires se normalisent et que la confiance dans les institutions s'effondre, cette fiction résonne étrangement avec notre époque. Dans l'épisode précédent.... Natsé, contactée par les mystérieux Administrateurs du BlackNet, en apprend davantage sur la mission qu'ils lui ont confiée. Mais en quoi consiste cette mission si particulière ? Quant au très secret Gabriel Breton, il rejoint l'équipe d'Andréa Salvény, la candidate extrémiste à la présidentielle 2037. Pourquoi a-t-il finalement changé d'avis ? Dans cet épisode, Salvény participe à un meeting où l'ambiance s'annonce tendue. Chargé d'assurer sa sécurité, Gabriel est sur les nerfs. De son côté, Natsé attend le feu-vert des Administrateurs pour débuter sa mission. Mais la relation amoureuse qu'elle est en train de nouer en ferait-elle partie ? Une fiction écrite par Thomas Le Petit-Corps, réalisée par Nathalie Bernas, montée par Jean-Gabriel Rassat. La musique a été composée par Simon Lauris. L'enregistrement a été effectué au studio L'arrière Boutique. Avec les participations de Zita Hanrot, Alban Lenoir, Roxane Bret, Nicolas Berno, Raphaëlle Lenoble, Thierry Frémont, Justin Blanckaert, Olivier Cruveiller, Marie Portolano, Onna Clairin, François Mariond, Brice Borg. Découvrez de nouveaux épisodes chaque mercredi, disponibles sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute.

What happens when you take over a 48-year-old boutique—and realize the business has to change? In this episode, Megan Healey joins Ashley Alderson to share her journey from corporate retail to legacy boutique owner. After discovering The Boutique Hub through this very podcast, she went on to purchase Different Strokes for Little Folks. Megan shares how she had to learn how to stop treating the store like a hobby, trust the numbers, reduce inventory, build better systems, and still protect the heart and authenticity that made the business special in the first place. And her impact goes far beyond the store. Megan is helping bring local businesses together, working to strengthen her community through collaboration, events, and economic development. You'll learn: Leaving corporate retail to become a business owner Taking over a 48-year-old legacy boutique How small businesses can work together to grow their local economy Why customers buy the feeling—not just the product Join The Boutique Hub Megan Healey & Different Strokes For Little Folks: Instagram:@differentstrokesforlittlefolks Website: differentstrokesforlittlefolks.com ______________ She Profits Now:

Once again, we've rummaged through the wonderfully weird world of genre news and returned with a whole bagful of goodies! There's certainly no shortage of things to talk about, so rather than simply tossing a few headlines your way, we've gone digging through everything we've heard since our last episode and picked out some of the juiciest, strangest, and most intriguing stories to explore.This time around, we dive into the upcoming FRIDAY THE 13TH prequel series, CRYSTAL LAKE, take a peek at the highly anticipated GRAND THEFT AUTO 6, and wander down a few other entertaining rabbit holes along the way. And because the past has a sneaky habit of hiding some real treasures, we've also dusted off a few forgotten gems that may have slipped under your radar.So grab your headphones, settle in, and come take the journey with us through the latest twists, turns, surprises, and oddities from the world of genre entertainment. Give it a listen, and as always, let us know what you think!

Aujourd'hui, Didier Giraud, éleveur de bovins, Sandrine Pégand, avocate, et Sam Zirah, créateur de contenu, débattent de l'actualité autour d'Alain Marschall et Olivier Truchot.

Segment 1: Stephen Kates, Principal, Clocktower Financial Consulting, joins John to talk about the Fed raising interest rates and what that means for people, some of the upsides of the economy right now, how narrative drives the market, and if he expects another rate hike before the end of the year. Segment 2: Jim Dallke, Director of […]

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O Vila Campana é um hotel-boutique, repleto de elegância inspirado nas vilas italianas e uma ótima opção para passar o dia das crianças. Saiba mais no Fica a Dica!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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(00:00:00) Opening (00:01:55) A Piece of My Mind (00:07:11) Pancho Guero My Insane FL Nephew (00:14:23) Over 100 People In San Francisco Gather To Scream At The Ocean (00:29:25) Maryland Gym Coach-Turned-Hit Man Exposed By His Texts (00:36:32) 82-y/o AR Woman Deals Meth And Other Drugs Out Of Her Wedding Boutique Business (00:41:21) Monk Busted Over Missing $3M As Shocking Sex Tape Emerges (00:47:02) “Cwiminal Quack-Up”—Police Search For Suspect Seen In Pool, Hot Tub And ‘Intensely Interacting' With Rubber Duck (00:53:47) Hyrox Apologises And Changes Rules After Athlete Craps Herself Mid-Race (01:03:19) Man Arrested After MASTERBATING With A Neighbor's Koi Fish (01:09:21) Ask Pancho (01:24:29) Insane Game Show (01:45:00) Coming Next Episode (01:50:34) Closing I guess earnings must be tough being a gym teacher because one had a side-hustle knocking off people! Weddings in Arkansas come with a kick on the bridal registry from one 82-y/o woman running a meth distrobution operation from her Bridal shop! My Insane FL Nephew, "Pancho Guero" has a bizarre account about a man in Bangkok who was so desperate that koi fish aroused him in a neighbor's pond. This episode should make you feel pretty good about yourself knowing there are more people than you thought who were more stupid than you!In this Weekend Episode:[A Piece of My Mind…] Signs Restaurants Want Us to Be MiserableOver 100 People In San Francisco Gather To Scream At The OceanMaryland Gym Coach-Turned-Hit Man Exposed By His Texts82-y/o AR Woman Deals Meth And Other Drugs Out Of Her Wedding Boutique BusinessMonk Busted Over Missing $3M As Shocking Sex Tape Emerges“Cwiminal Quack-Up”—Police Search For Suspect Seen In Pool, Hot Tub And ‘Intensely Interacting' With Rubber DuckHyrox Apologises And Changes Rules After Athlete Craps Herself Mid-RaceMan Arrested After SODOMIZING With A Neighbor's Koi FishPancho gives some parenting advice to a question about whether or not to encourage a 2-y/o to be a tattle-tale or "see something, say something" and if it's the right thing to tell children tragic news, such as the death of Dolly Parton. See how well you match up with Pancho in this week's Insane Game Show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/insane-erik-lane-s-stupid-world--6486112/support.Real-time updates and story links are found on the TELEGRAM Channel at: https://t.me/InsaneErikLane  (Theme song courtesy of Randy Stonehill, ”It's A Great Big Stupid World”. Copyright ©1992 Stonehillian Music/Word Music/Twitchin' Vibes Music/ASCAP) Order your copy on the Wonderama CD from Amazon!This episode includes AI-generated content.

Should you open a second boutique location—or go bigger with your online store? Before you expand, there's one thing you need to check first: are your business operations actually ready for growth? Sara Burks breaks down why boutique owners can get distracted by exciting new opportunities while overlooking the systems that keep the business running. A new storefront, new inventory, or bigger online presence can sound like the next step—but if your money, people, inventory, time, and management systems aren't working efficiently, expansion can simply make existing problems bigger. Think of your business like a car: the destination might be exciting, but you're not getting anywhere without gas in the tank and air in the tires. You'll learn: Why your business operations are the foundation for growth How to evaluate your money and debt before expanding Whether your team and management systems can handle growth How "shiny objects" can distract you from problems that need fixing Join The Boutique Hub  ____________________________ Ashley Alderson: Instagram     The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube

Celebrate a decade of IDCO Studio with 10 days of 30% off site-wide. Use code DECADE30 at www.idco.studio today to lock in your savings. Season 9 of The Interior Collective Podcast is brought to you by Materio. Welcome back to The Interior Collective. I'm your host, Anastasia Casey, and today I am sitting down with two people whose business model sits at the intersection of residential design and hospitality ownership. Katie Labourdette-Martinez and Olivia Wahler are sisters-in-law and co-founders of Hearth Homes Interiors, a full-service residential interior design studio based in Santa Barbara. They started together in 2017 in a staging business, developed a reputation for honoring the character of older homes, and eventually pivoted their business entirely to full-service design. In 2023 they founded Hearth Hospitality Group alongside Olivia's brothers Lucas and Julian and their longtime friend Jason. They now own and operate three historic inns and two restaurants across Santa Barbara, with Hearth Homes Interiors as the design arm for all of it. The Craft House Inn was included in Goop's best of Santa Barbara guide, named one of the Best Hotels in Santa Barbara in the 2024 Sunset Travel Awards, and their design work has been featured in Luxe, Sunset, Modern Luxury, and Rue. The Hearth philosophy is simple: honor what came before, and create spaces with an unmistakable sense of place. Today we are discussing what it means to design across both residential and boutique hospitality, and what other design studios can learn and implement into their own business.

Ever feel like you're working harder than ever, yet still being mistaken for "just another photographer"? The difference between an amateur and a boutique photographer isn't talent, gear, or experience. It's the way they think, serve, and run their business. In this week's Joycast, Sarah Petty breaks down the 8 habits that separate thriving boutique photographers from everyone else. These simple shifts can completely change how clients see you, what they're willing to invest, and how much joy you find in your business. • Why saying "no" to the wrong inquiries creates space for your best clients • The overlooked conversations that turn price shoppers into lifelong fans • How small details, from consultations to packaging, dramatically increase perceived value If you've been wondering what professional photographers do differently, this episode gives you a clear roadmap. Pick one idea, implement it this week, and start building the business you've been working toward. RESOURCES:  Photography Business Tools to Get Started 37 CLIENTS WHO CAN HIRE YOU TODAY https://info.photographybusinessinstitute.com/37-clients-optin   INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are. https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty   FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS www.photographybusinessinstitute.com/freebook    BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP www.photographybusinessinstitute.com/boutiquebreakthrough   FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by becoming a boutique photographer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchthedigitals    YOUTUBE: Check out my latest how to videos:  https://www.youtube.com/photographybusinessinstitute   LOVE THE SHOW? Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts

Opie sings Beastie Boys sort of!? They tear through the documentary, MCA, Ad-Rock looking like a Jewish accountant, Paul's Boutique bombing, and how Sabotage got made.Then it's Stern working one day a week and still winning, Trump's Space Force uniforms ripped from Starship Troopers, and Mitch McConnell getting wheeled out after three months looking catatonic. Ron gets roasted for Dancing with the Stars. Bob Mackie, Glen Campbell, Brian Wilson, and Pet Sounds all get hit.The back half is Opie naming the comics who used the old show then vanished — Rogan, Theo, Bert, Sherrod — and the few who didn't forget. Unfiltered, bitter, and still funny.Support the Show:https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/PRULKVNHUMQVAAbout Opie Unfiltered:Hosted by Gregg "Opie" Hughes—co-creator of the legendary Opie and Anthony show—Opie Unfiltered brings raw, unscripted commentary, classic radio lore, and unfiltered comedy featuring Ron the Waiter and regular guests.For fans of classic New York talk radio, unedited comedy, satellite broadcast history, and the original Opie and Anthony era.

Nach der Sommerpause und bevor es wieder so richtig losgeht kommt hier noch eine weitere kleine SONDERFOLGE liebe Dramovics! Im Juni war Drama Carbonara in der pittoresken Galerie “Boutique Romana” im 5. Bezirk zum 5 Jahres Jubiläum eingeladen! Geführt von unserem lieben Freund & ehemaligen Lesegast Skero - der Tatjana und Asta in dieser crazy Folge zusammen mit seiner wundervollen Partnerin Ola Folwarski (auch schon mal Lesegästin gewesen) zur Seite steht - wundervoll war's & sommerlich & spät geworden ist es! Die perfekte Sommernacht mit Freunden! ♥️ Danke Ola und Skero! — Franzi K. (41) erzählt, wie sie aus Angst, ihren Partner Frank an eine andere Frau zu verlieren, einen ungewöhnlichen Plan fasst: Sie mästet ihn mit üppigem Essen und Kuchen, um ihn für mögliche Konkurrentinnen unattraktiver zu machen. Tatsächlich nimmt Frank ordentlich zu – doch Franzis eigentliches Problem ist keine andere Frau, sondern seine verstorbene Ehefrau Hilde. Frank hängt noch immer an seinem früheren Leben und weigert sich, mit Franzi zusammenzuziehen. Nach fast zwei Jahren eskaliert die Situation: Franzi zerstört im Streit eine Vase, die Frank einst Hilde geschenkt hatte. Er wirft sie daraufhin aus seiner Wohnung – und beendet die Beziehung. Zurück bleiben Franzi und 15 zusätzliche Kilo auf Franks Rippen.-- Euch hat diese Geschichte gefallen, aufgeregt oder ihr habt euch darin sogar wiedererkannt? Das interessiert uns brennend! Schreibt uns in Kommentaren über Facebook und Instagram unter @dramacarbonara. Dort werdet ihr auch die in den Geschichten besprochenen Fotos finden und endlich sehen können, was wir sehen ... Falls ihr noch mehr fantastische Geschichten mit uns lesen wollt, können wir euch schon jetzt versprechen: das Repertoire ist unerschöpflich, wir staunen jedes Mal aufs Neue, was möglich ist. Abonnieren per RSS-Feed, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Deezer oder Google Podcasts ist der Schlüssel zur regelmäßigen Versorgung. Über Rezensionen freuen wir uns natürlich extrem und feiern diese gern auch prominent in unserem Social Media Feed. Jede zweite Folge kommt übrigens ein/e GastleserIn zu uns ins kuschelige Wiener Hauptquartier und unterstützt uns mit Theorien zu Charakteren und Handlungssträngen. Wenn ihr einen Wunschgast habt oder gern selbst mal vorbeischauen wollt, sagt Bescheid. Wir können nichts versprechen, aber wir freuen uns immer über Vorschläge. Wenn ihr Lust auf Extra-Content und Community-Aktivitäten habt, unterstützt uns mit einem Abonnement auf Steady und kommt in den Genuss des kompletten "Drama Carbonara"-Universums: https://steadyhq.com/de/drama-carbonara/about Falls ihr daran interessiert sind, Werbung in unserem Podcast zu schalten, setzt euch bitte mit Stefan Lassnig von Missing Link in Verbindung. Verbindlichsten Dank! **Euch hat diese Geschichte gefallen, aufgeregt oder ihr habt euch darin sogar wiedererkannt?** Das interessiert uns brennend! Schreibt uns in Kommentaren über Facebook und Instagram unter @drama_carbonara_podcast. Dort werdet ihr auch die in den Geschichten besprochenen Fotos finden und endlich sehen können, was wir sehen ... Falls ihr noch mehr fantastische Geschichten mit uns lesen wollt, können wir euch schon jetzt versprechen: das Repertoire ist unerschöpflich, wir staunen jedes Mal aufs Neue, was möglich ist. Abonniert Drama Carbonara auf allen gängigen Podcast Plattformen Über Sternchen, Bewertungen und Kommentare freuen wir uns natürlich auch extrem und feiern diese gern auch prominent in unserem Social Media Feed! Jede zweite Folge kommen ja großartige Gastlerser*innen zu uns ins Wiener Drama-Hauptquartier und unterstützt uns mit Interpretationen und Improvisationen. Wenn ihr einen Wunschgast für uns habt oder gern selbst mal vorbeischauen wollt, sagt Bescheid! Wir können nichts versprechen, aber wir freuen uns immer über Vorschläge. Wenn ihr Lust auf Extra-Content habt und euren Lieblingspodcasts auch finanziell unterstützen wollt , dann tut das herzlich gern mit einem Abonnement auf Steady und kommt in den Genuss des kompletten "Drama Carbonara"-Universums! Falls ihr daran interessiert seid, Werbung in unserem Podcast zu schalten, setzt euch bitte mit Stefan Lassnig von Missing Link in Verbindung. Verbindlichsten Dank! **Link zur Podcast Hörer:innen UMFRAGE!Danke für die Mitarbeit und euer wertvolles Feedback :) & hier zur legendären Spotify Drama Carbonara Soundtrack Playlist - folgen folgen folgen!! liebe Freund:innen des unberechenbaren Musik-Algorithmus!

Erin and Stacy kick off the episode by talking about the wild reaction they got to a clip on IG where they criticized (in a funny way, relax guys) Charleston's fashion choices and why they had to eventually turn the comments off. Erin shares some highlights from her trip to Iceland before the two brokers get into a fascinating discussion about big brokerages losing to boutique real estate firms and what this says about the real estate landscape in the age of AI. This Episode is brought to you in part by:  Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage https://www.billpaynemortgagebanker.com

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy are getting back into the swing of things as back-to-school season kicks off! They're talking about getting the kids back into a routine, the excitement of a new school year and, of course, all the shopping that comes along with it.Plus, it's Tourism Tuesday, so they're highlighting boutique hotel stays, happy hour spots and all the ways to enjoy Long Island beyond the summer months because here on Long Island, we're always turning ON the off season and encouraging visitors and locals to enjoy the Island all year long. Plus, they're talking Long Island creators, hidden waterfront gems, Dolly Parton's lasting legacy, local shopping, community history, wildlife and so much more happening across Long Island.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, who made his U.S. Open main draw debut this year, representing Long Island on one of tennis's biggest stages.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#HiddenGemsUncorkedNew Suffolk Beach in Southold, a quiet bayside spot with breathtaking Peconic Bay views and a fascinating maritime history, including its connection to the Holland Submarine Company and the testing of the first successful U.S. Navy submarine.#LongIslandLifeFrom back-to-school shopping and Tourism Tuesday to boutique hotel getaways, happy hour spots, Dolly Parton-inspired highway messages, Long Island artists, Fire Island's inaugural theater festival, a 100-year-old Long Island resident, local shopping and so much more, we're talking about what's happening across the Island.#WildThingsoftheWeekLong Island Game Farm is expecting three new baby capybaras after a recent sonogram confirmed that one of their capybaras is pregnant! We're talking all things capybara and how you can even guess when the babies will arrive for a chance to win a VIP encounter.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFrom theater and creative workshops to family festivals, live music, waterfront adventures, farm fun, the Garlic Festival and country music, we're sharing some of the best things happening across Long Island this weekend, with even more at discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEATheresa Caputo is setting the record straight about what it means to be a medium, plus she's returning to her home turf this December for Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience at The Paramount in Huntington.Connect with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: https://discoverlongisland.com/contact/Shop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Chanelle, the young entrepreneur behind Chic & Charmed Boutique, to hear how her creativity and ambition developed into a growing jewelry business.Chanelle shares what inspired her to get started, the lessons she has learned along the way, and what it takes to balance school, business, and everyday life. She also discusses the importance of confidence, perseverance, and having a strong support system when pursuing a big goal at a young age.Her story is a powerful reminder that age does not determine what you can accomplish, and that a creative idea, backed by hard work and determination, can grow into something truly speci

Should you open a second location—or go all-in on online? Before you expand, Sara Burks is here discuss four things every retailer needs to assess: your customer, your why, your time, and your passion. Too often, retailers expand because they overbought inventory, found an available building, or simply feel like they need to grow. But expansion without a plan can create bigger problems instead of bigger profits.  You'll learn: How to know if your customers actually want another location Why overbuying inventory is NOT a reason to expand The questions to ask before going online Why "less is more" can be a powerful growth strategy Join The Boutique Hub  ____________________________ Ashley Alderson: Instagram     The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube

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The one that nearly broke Shameful Steve! Technically as well as financially!As ever, John 'Tiberius' Kirk - the Blu-Ray Bloodhound - tries to chivvy cash from Shameful Steve's reluctant wallet! Will he 'Leigh'n into Nuts In May? (and what's NIM's closest modern analogy?) What *is* the secret of Soylent Green? Can anything be done to improve Plan 9? And can Steve refrain from making the obvious joke about Eyes Wide Sh*t? Plus a brilliant movie music trivia question and the latest on Hammer's thrilling (Horror Of) Dracula 4K!Boutique releases reviewed and ranked AND Steve and John tell you what they will be watching - and doing - next!All that's new in Blu and on its way in 4K! #Hammer! #Arrowvideo #Indicator #Powerhouse #88films #BFI #Criterion #TreasuredFilms #RadianceFilms #TransmissionVideo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WINE SOUNDTRACK USAAbsolution Cellars — Where Wine Becomes a Portrait of PlaceWhat happens when you leave behind a successful career, move across the country with no real plan, and discover that one barrel of wine could change everything?For Dirk Neumann, that unlikely beginning became Absolution Cellars.In this episode of Wine Soundtrack USA, host Allison Levine sits down with Dirk Neumann, owner, winemaker, and self-described J.O.A.T. of Absolution Cellars, to uncover the remarkable story behind a boutique Central Coast winery built on curiosity, craftsmanship, artistic expression, and a willingness to do things differently.Dirk didn't set out to become a winemaker.He came to California from Florida, initially drawn by the Central Coast itself—the landscapes, the people, the food, the climate, and, naturally, the wine. What was supposed to be a future retirement destination became home. Then, in 2014, a single barrel of wine turned a hobby into an obsession.And eventually, into a winery.Today, Absolution Cellars produces around 1,500 cases a year, creating limited-production wines from carefully selected vineyards throughout California's Central Coast. More than 20 varieties and wines can emerge from the cellar, each one intended to tell its own story.But this is not simply an episode about wine.It is about place, instinct, reinvention, and the courage to follow something before you know exactly where it will lead.Dirk's philosophy is refreshingly simple: let the grapes, vineyard, and vintage speak.His wines combine an Old World sensibility with the freedom and creativity of California. Hand-sorted grapes, whole-cluster inclusion, open-top fermentation, long aging in neutral barrels, and an uncompromising attention to detail all contribute to wines that are expressive rather than manufactured. And then there is the art.Every bottle carries licensed artwork by artist Aja Trier of Sagittarius Gallery, with Dirk connecting the visual language of each piece to the wine inside. The result is something that feels less like a conventional wine label and more like a meeting point between wine, art, place, and personality.But perhaps the most compelling part of Absolution Cellars is that the story doesn't stop with Dirk.There is a family and a team behind the bottles—from Tania, whose work ranges from managing the tasting room to helping during harvest, to Vie, Dirk and Tania's youngest child, who has returned to San Luis Obispo County to learn winemaking directly from Dirk.It is a story about a business becoming a family legacy.It is also a reminder that some of the most interesting wines aren't born from a master plan. Sometimes they begin with a move, a bottle, a barrel, a conversation—or simply the decision to take a chance.Join Allison Levine for an intimate conversation with Dirk Neumann and discover what happens when a winemaker chooses not to force the wine, but instead gives it the freedom to become itself.Wine Soundtrack USA is where the people behind the bottle take center stage.Produced by Claudio Latagliata, the series looks beyond tasting notes and vineyard statistics to find the human stories, personalities, passions, and unexpected journeys that make American wine worth listening to.Because sometimes, before you taste the wine, you need to hear the story.Listen to Absolution Cellars with Dirk Neumann on Wine Soundtrack USA.AUTHENTIC. BOUTIQUE. ARTISTIC. UNIQUE.

What can you really build with just $3,000? Madison Johnson-Hurt started Ivory Road Boutique at 21 years old with $3,000, grew from a bedroom business into a storefront, expanded into a 3,000-square-foot location, and built a customer base that now reaches far beyond her hometown. But her growth didn't come from simply buying more inventory. Madison built her business around strong margins, knowing her customer, strategic collections, organic TikTok content, and becoming the face of her brand. Madison shares the lessons that helped her grow sustainably—and the mindset shifts that changed the way she runs her boutique. You'll learn: The importance of protecting your margins Building a business around community, purpose, and service How TikTok brought thousands of new eyes to her website Learning to have confidence as a young business owner Join The Boutique Hub Madison Johnson-Hurt & Ivory Road Boutique: Instagram:@shoptheivoryroadboutique Website: ivoryroadboutique.com   Very G Shoes:

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Are you waiting too long to transition your boutique from summer to fall? The summer-to-fall flip isn't just about swapping out tanks and shorts for denim and jackets—it's about changing the entire shopping experience so your customer is ready to buy what comes next. In this episode, Joell from JR Visual Design breaks down exactly when and how to make the transition, from your store layout and fall product placement to styling, accessories, décor, windows, and those last-minute store improvements that can set you up for your biggest selling season. You'll learn: When to make the summer-to-fall transition How to completely refresh your store layout Where to put summer clearance What store improvements you should make before holiday Join The Boutique Hub JR Visual Design & Merchandising: Website: jrvisualdesign.com Instagram: @jrvisualdesigns

We take a different approach to the podcast today with some genre news. Instead of reviewing a film or book, we instead go through some of the news of the past year and discuss in detail some of the most interesting things we've heard. We talk about some upcoming adaptations of like Tomb Raider, some crumbs John Carpenter mentioned at convention in the last quarter, news about the James Gunn DC Universe, and a whole bunch more. Listed also are some forgotten gems from the past that may have been overlooked. Take a listen and let us know what you feel.

Anna sits down with Erin from Manic Movie Monday to discuss the first season of The Pitt! Are you a fan of the show? Sound off in the comments!Manic Movie Monday:https://open.spotify.com/show/330ewhL5uYoxiNpAQujTj1?si=fb5173a388cd4df2Use CODE: BARRENS10 for 10% off at https://www.creeporama.com/

What if more sales, more traffic, and more marketing aren't actually the answer? Retail businesses don't usually break because the owner isn't working hard enough. They break because the business has outgrown the systems holding it together. In this conversation, Ashley and retail professor Sara Burks break down the Six Layers of Retail—from foundations and finances to team, sales, content, and marketing—and explain why growth has to happen in the right order. You'll learn: Why more information isn't the same as implementation The Six Layers of Retail and why the order matters The BHOS System & how it can become your business's AI assistant Why fixing marketing first can actually make your problems worse Join The Boutique Hub CJC Dynamic Solutions:  CJCDynamicSolutions.com  ____________________________ Ashley Alderson: Instagram     The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube

Check out Lodgify claim your exclusive discount: https://www.lodgify.com/behind-the-stays/  — Explore FerebeeLane: https://www.ferebeelane.com/ Connect with Matt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ferebee-2287566/ Connect with Zach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharybusekrus/ — Twenty-five years ago, a kid with an English degree and a freelance gig writing about furniture realized something. People didn't want to just know what the sofa looked like. They wanted to know how it was made, who designed it, how many hands had touched it before it reached the showroom. The descriptions of the piece were fine, but it was really the stories that sold it. That kid was Matt Ferebee. And that instinct, that the story behind the thing is more valuable than the thing itself, became the foundation of FerebeeLane. Boutique, brand, and guest experience agency that he co founded with his partner Josh Lane over two decades ago. Their first big client was Hickory Chair, a premier furniture company in North Carolina that was fighting to stay relevant in a rapidly commoditizing market. Matt and Josh launched a magazine for them called Timeless, profiling watchmakers from Cartier and interior designers to contextualize the brand among the greats. That caught the attention of BlackBerry Farm. At the time, maybe 22 keys, hard to categorize, and often dismissed as a charming bed and breakfast. Matt interviewed founder Chris Bell, and within 18 months, FerebeeLane had assumed full responsibility for their marketing. To this day, BlackBerry Farm does no paid advertising. They're celebrating their 50th anniversary, and Matt's team is still right there beside them. In this conversation, we trace the arc from furniture copywriting to shaping the narrative identity of some of the most revered hospitality brands in the world. Matt talks about what he learned watching Blackberry Farm scale without ever compromising on guest experience, why he believes the current wave of rustic minimalism is often just a cash grab dressed up in Scandinavian language, and how his team brought Canoe Place in. A site dating back to 1697, America's oldest inn, turned nightclub, turned forgotten asset, back to life with a story rooted in place. We also get into what it means for a 15-person agency to land on Marriott Luxury Portfolio's approved list alongside publicly traded global firms, what that signals about where the major flags are headed, and why Matt believes the future of branded hospitality looks a lot more like. Treating a 90-room Ritz-Carlton as an independent boutique property, not the other way around. This is a fascinating conversation. You're really gonna love Matt. He and his team have done incredible work. So, friends, without further ado, get ready to meet Matt Ferebee. —   Behind the Stays is brought to you by Journey — a first-of-its-kind loyalty program that brings together an alliance of the world's top independently owned and operated stays and allows travelers to earn points and perks on boutique hotels, vacation rentals, treehouses, ski chalets, glamping experiences and so much more.   Your host is Zach Busekrus, Head of Growth at Journey. If you are a hospitality entrepreneur who has a stay, or a collection of stays with soul, we'd love for you to apply to join our Alliance at journey.com/alliance.

In this episode, Steve Carran and David Millili sit down with David Bowd, co-founder and owner of Salt Hotels, for a candid conversation about hospitality, leadership, design, service, and the future of independent hotels.David shares how growing up in a small village in Staffordshire, England, and working in a local pub sparked his passion for hospitality. He also talks about leaving school at 16, discovering that the kitchen wasn't for him, and building a career that would take him through some of the most influential lifestyle hotels in the world, including St. Martin's Lane and Sanderson, as well as working alongside hospitality icons Ian Schrager and André Balazs.David explains why he founded Salt Hotels and the philosophy behind combining thoughtful design, personalized service, and a strong sense of place. He also shares why memorable hotels are ultimately created by people—not just beautiful spaces—and tells a powerful story about turning a hotel disaster into an unforgettable guest experience.In this episode, we discuss:The philosophy behind Salt HotelsWhy people and service create memorable hotel experiencesHow independent hotels can build visibility and commercial successAI's role in hospitality and the importance of human connectionWhy every hotel should feel connected to its locationWatch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gB-NcS4Aj18 This episode is sponsored by Sip Tea: https://sip-tea-path.com/Links:David Bowd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbowd/ Salt Hotels: https://www.salthotels.com/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/322Follow 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.

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durée : 01:17:34 - Les Nuits de France Culture - par : Albane Penaranda - De l'avis de tous ses collaborateurs, Orson Welles était un véritable bourreau de travail. À travers de nombreux témoignages entrecoupés de divers extraits de ses œuvres et d'un entretien avec lui, cette émission permet de découvrir de l'intérieur comment travaillait vraiment Welles. - équipe : Mathias Le Gargasson, Antoine Dhulster, Rafik Zénine, Vincent Abouchar, Emily Vallat, Hassane M'Béchour, INA Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

Host Steve Turk interviews Melissa Blettner, CEO of Boyd Hollow Resorts and Ancient Lore Village in Knoxville, Tennessee. Melissa explains founder Tom Boyd's book inspired mission to create a fantasy village where only good exists and guests leave happier, kinder, and friendlier. She shares her hospitality start from an XL Inn front desk job to studying hospitality management, advancing through roles in front office, sales, and leadership, and spending 20 years at Great Wolf Lodge building brand culture, openings, and a large call center with strong standards. After Great Wolf's culture shifted following Blackstone's acquisition and a corporate move to Chicago, she consulted before joining Boyd Hollow. Ancient Lore Village offers 14 themed dwellings on 67 acres, day passes, dining, axe throwing, archery, events, retreats, and weddings, and is expanding with Boki's Trek Experience and an Ancient Lore Wellbeing Retreat.00:00 Show Kickoff00:31 Sponsor Lodgify01:34 Meet Melissa02:23 Ancient Lore Origin04:03 First Hospitality Job06:08 Breaking Into Hotels07:51 Career Steps Forward10:18 Great Wolf Breakthrough12:44 Growing at Great Wolf16:13 Call Center Culture17:41 Brand Building Playbook21:19 Leaving After 20 Years22:12 From Mars To Buyout22:49 Dream Big Consulting Reality24:24 Finding Boyne Hollow26:19 What Ancient Lore Offers28:23 Managing Crowds And Groups30:39 Small Resort Big Opening32:20 Guests Define The Magic34:41 Future Attractions And Wellness36:02 Luxury Not Kitschy Design40:13 Team Growth And Mentorship42:10 Advice And Farewell

Send us Fan MailAfter 11 years working across two single family offices in industries spanning oil and gas, media, sports, and healthcare, this advisor launched her own boutique family office advisory firm. In under a year, she onboarded three Asian family clients and is now actively helping them allocate into U.S. markets - including a live mandate from a Hong Kong family office for positions in major private technology companies.In this episode, she shares how cross-border family office advising actually works - the role of trust, the challenge of translating not just language but risk perception, and why Asian families define risk as permanent capital loss rather than market volatility. She also flags a major macro signal most U.S. investors aren't watching closely enough: a $140 billion government push into venture capital in Asia and what that means for regional stock exchange access.Recorded at the Single Family Office Summit, hosted by Family Office Club - 19 years, 300+ events, 16 million registered members, and over $1 billion in community transactions. Register for our next event at FamilyOffices.com.Are you factoring Asian capital flows into your investment strategy for 2025 and beyond?https://familyoffices.com/

What if luxury wilderness travel was about more than a beautiful room and an incredible view? In this episode, architect and hospitality designer Kevin Kennon joins Lisa to talk about his vision for Beyond Zero, a new concept focused on intimate wilderness destinations designed around adventure, comfort, connection, and personal transformation.  Kevin shares his thoughts on what makes a truly special travel experience, why remote locations matter, and how thoughtful design can help travelers reset and reconnect with nature. Plus, hear about his favorite way to travel, his must-have item for every trip, and what he hopes to create with the future of wilderness hospitality. THIS EXPERIENCE IS COMING SOON! Kevin would love to receive input in designing these experiences. You can reach out to him here paulkevinkennon.com

You're marketing everywhere, but the bookings still aren't coming. The problem may not be how much you're marketing, but whether you're attracting the right people. In this episode of the Worth Every Penny Joycast, Sarah Petty breaks down the five marketing strategies boutique portrait photographers actually need, and why genuine relationships are the foundation for them all. • Why trust beats more social media posts • How partnerships and referrals put you in front of better-fit clients • Where to start when marketing feels overwhelming You don't need to do everything. You need the right strategy, done well. If you're tired of chasing inquiries that ghost you after hearing your prices, this episode will help you build marketing around connection, trust, and clients who value what you do. RESOURCES:  Photography Business Tools to Get Started 37 CLIENTS WHO CAN HIRE YOU TODAY https://info.photographybusinessinstitute.com/37-clients-optin   INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are. https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty   FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS www.photographybusinessinstitute.com/freebook    BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP www.photographybusinessinstitute.com/boutiquebreakthrough   FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by becoming a boutique photographer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchthedigitals    YOUTUBE: Check out my latest how to videos:  https://www.youtube.com/photographybusinessinstitute   LOVE THE SHOW? Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worth-every-penny-joycast/id1513676756

What if AI could do more than answer questions—and actually help run your boutique? Ashley sits down with Jim Nidiffer, the Boutique Hub's Director of AI & Innovation, to break down how AI is evolving from a chatbot into an actual business agent. Jim explains how boutique owners can use AI to analyze their business, create marketing plans, manage inventory, build workflows, organize tasks, and eventually have AI agents communicating with other business systems on their behalf. You'll learn: Introducing the BHOS system The three things you need to give AI to get better results How AI can handle 80% of certain tasks while you focus on the 20% that moves the needle Why your business knowledge base is so important Join The Boutique Hub  ____________________________ Ashley Alderson: Instagram     The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube

In this episode, we break down the strategic decision to sell a portfolio of boutique hotels in Lake Tahoe, detailing the operational scaling challenges, rising interest rates, and the reality of 24/7 hospitality management. Understanding when to liquidate stabilized assets and redeploy trapped equity is a critical skill for any real estate investor looking to optimize returns and reduce active management stress.Beyond hospitality, we explore the current macroeconomic landscape, highlighting the unprecedented shift toward a buyer's market in housing and the potential impact of indexing capital gains tax to inflation. We also introduce the concept of "eustress" versus distress, providing actionable frameworks for high-performing entrepreneurs to leverage pressure for personal and professional growth.KEY TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe impact of rising interest rates on commercial real estate valuationsScaling challenges and operational realities of boutique hotel investmentsCalculating and understanding cap rates for passive investmentsUtilizing AI agents for investor relations and fund managementThe recent shift to a buyer's market in the US housing sectorProposed capital gains tax cuts and indexing gains to inflationThe psychological difference between distress and eustress for entrepreneursKEY TAKEAWAYSTrapped equity in stabilized real estate assets often yields a lower return, making it essential to unlock and redeploy capital into higher-yielding opportunities.Boutique hotels are 24/7 operating businesses, not just passive real estate, requiring significant scale to support a self-sustaining management team.The housing market currently holds a 51% seller surplus, creating a rare window of leverage for buyers to negotiate concessions before interest rates drop.Indexing capital gains to inflation could unlock stagnant housing supply by eliminating the lock-in effect and phantom profit taxation for long-term property owners.Engineering positive eustress into your routine forces growth and elevation, whereas unmanaged distress degrades focus and health.CONNECT & TAKE ACTIONImagos Income Fund: Text "INCOME" or "DEALS" to 844-447-1555 to learn more about Matty A's private debt fund targeting 10% fixed returns paid out monthly.Visit skylineocresidences.com to discover luxury condo ownership at Skyline OC, Orange County's tallest residential tower. Get a free financial audit on your investment portfolio by texting X-Ray to 844-447-1555

Ashley Alderson and Samantha Conner share why live events, networking, and stepping outside your daily routine can completely transform your business. After attending dozens of markets every year, Samantha reveals the retail trends, customer behavior, and business strategies that the fastest-growing boutiques are using right now. Want to go to SUMMIT? You'll learn: What to expect at Boutique Summit 2026 The newest retail trends heading into 2026 How successful boutiques create unforgettable customer experiences Leadership, staffing, AI, eCommerce, and customer growth Whether you're opening your first boutique or scaling multiple locations, this conversation will challenge you to think bigger and take action. Join The Boutique Hub ALR Virtual Services    ____________________________ Ashley Alderson: Instagram     The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube