Podcasts about branch out

We're excited to share a special episode of the Branch Out Podcast featuring Jeff Henningsen! Jeff has always been curious, creative, and committed to his goals—traits that have fueled his success across a variety of industries. Jeff's entrepreneurial journey began early, mowing lawns as a student to earn extra cash. That side hustle eventually grew into a full-fledged business, which he sold at just 22 years old. From there, he moved into the world of private equity and ultimately became the President of Lockton Companies in Texas, a role he's held for the past 26 years. In addition to his leadership role, Jeff is also the host of the Private Equity Fast Pitch podcast. In this conversation, originally recorded on Branch Out, Jeff shares the mindset shifts and habits that have helped him thrive—both professionally and personally. Key Points From This Episode: The key factor that separates “idea men” from successful entrepreneurs. Why Jeff is so passionate about the value of coaching. What inspired Jeff to launch his podcast—and the surprising outcomes it's led to. The importance of committing to your goals. Why Jeff thinks of himself as a (figurative) orchestra conductor. How being an introvert can actually be a strength. Why doing beats dreaming every time. Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to lead with more purpose, Jeff's story is full of insights and inspiration.

Brent Charleton, President and CEO of Enwave Corporation joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a series of strategic agreements that expand the company's global footprint and strengthen its royalty revenue model. Enwave has amended its royalty-bearing license agreement with BranchOut Foods in Peru, granting the company exclusive rights to produce dried blueberry products using EnWave's proprietary Radiant Energy Vacuum (REV™) dehydration technology. This move positions BranchOut as a key producer of premium, shelf-stable blueberry products for both domestic and international markets. Under the revised agreement, BranchOut will begin paying EnWave a minimum annual royalty of US$50,000 for blueberry product sales starting in 2025. Additionally, the company has committed to further minimum exclusivity royalty payments next year for additional rights granted under the original license agreement, ensuring a long-term revenue stream for EnWave. In another significant development, EnWave has amended its agreement with Patatas Fritas Torres S.L. (PFT), a leading Spanish snack food manufacturer. This amendment expands PFT's product portfolio, allowing it to leverage its existing distribution network to rapidly introduce new REV™-dried products to the market. In return, PFT will pay additional minimum annual royalties, reinforcing the financial benefits of the agreement. PFT currently produces premium cheese snacks using EnWave's advanced dehydration technology, operating both 10kW and 100kW REV™ machines. Additionally, EnWave signed an Equipment Purchase Agreement and a License Amendment with Sprouted Proteins SAC in Peru which now holds the exclusive right to produce starch-based snack products and instant soup mixes in Peru. The agreement includes annual minimum exclusivity royalty payments to EnWave. Sprouted Proteins has purchased a 10kW REV™ machine and is leasing a second 10kW REV™ machine to scale up commercial production. #proactiveinvestors #enwavecorporation #tsxv #enw #DehydrationTech #VacuumMicrowave #RoyaltyBusinessModel #BluechipClients #FoodTech #BusinessNews #Investing #CEOInterview #Peru #Spain #Blueberry #Snacks #Royalties #TradeMission

During this episode of Jones'n 2 Branch Out, Ryan and Alysha return to catch up on the stories we've missed, including Alysha's 'common sense' blind spots, Girl math and the DoomsDay Clock. Why Ryan swears off chaperoning field trips with kids who exceed his height, also a recap of Ryan's birthday weekend in New Jersey trying to Touch The Sky like Kanye.  Listen to new episodes every Monday and Wednesday on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify!TIME STAMPS2:34 -Things Alysha doesn't know (I mean who knew California had a whole forest?)9:11 -Ryan's sketchy trail walk 15:42 -Why Ryan will never chaperone another field trip25:34 -Jersey Driving, skydiving, go kart racing and BEAR sighting? 41:40 -Next trip is to Vegas and Alysha's already acting like a bird. 47:10 -Doom Scrolling 

To say the ATS business is a challenging one these days would be an understatement. Between mergers and acquisitions, slumbering IPO ambitions and figuring out the whole AI Revolution, staying ahead of the game is complex. That's why we invited SmartRecruiters interim CEO and CPO Rebecca Carr to the show. She's an industry veteran with a good story to tell and as an industry product person to the bone, she can add nuance to the landscape. Covering everything from the hibernating IPO speculation to the botched acquisition with iCIMS to her time with - wait for it - Branchout, a high flying player from over a decade ago, who flamed out and die at the hand of Facebook before it really caught fire. It'a a walk down Memory Land, and a glimpse into the future that's a must-listen.

To say the ATS business is a challenging one these days would be an understatement. Between mergers and acquisitions, slumbering IPO ambitions and figuring out the whole AI Revolution, staying ahead of the game is complex. That's why we invited SmartRecruiters interim CEO and CPO Rebecca Carr to the show. She's an industry veteran with a good story to tell and as an industry product person to the bone, she can add nuance to the landscape. Covering everything from the hibernating IPO speculation to the botched acquisition with iCIMS to her time with - wait for it - Branchout, a high flying player from over a decade ago, who flamed out and die at the hand of Facebook before it really caught fire. It'a a walk down Memory Land, and a glimpse into the future that's a must-listen.

To say the ATS business is a challenging one these days would be an understatement. Between mergers and acquisitions, slumbering IPO ambitions and figuring out the whole AI Revolution, staying ahead of the game is complex. That's why we invited SmartRecruiters interim CEO and CPO Rebecca Carr to the show. She's an industry veteran with a good story to tell and as an industry product person to the bone, she can add nuance to the landscape. Covering everything from the hibernating IPO speculation to the botched acquisition with iCIMS to her time with - wait for it - Branchout, a high flying player from over a decade ago, who flamed out and die at the hand of Facebook before it really caught fire. It'a a walk down Memory Land, and a glimpse into the future that's a must-listen.

Get Your Merch ⁠https://www.smallbrainedamerican.store⁠ Support the show on Patreon ⁠https://www.patreon.com/smallbrainedamerican⁠ Support the show on Spotify ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/small-brained-american/support⁠ Listen on Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6twCOTAW3UmiJOmvm1bja1?si=c6b5c97b1c294334⁠ Apple Podcasts ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/small-brained-pod/id1724261259⁠ Other Ways to Support Paypal ⁠https://paypal.me/ConnerMcBee Venmo @Conner-McBee ⁠ Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/smallbrainedamerican/⁠ Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/realsmallbrainedamerican⁠ 0:00 Luke's Experience in Thailand 2:33 Luke's Food Poisoning Video 8:38 How Did Luke Start YouTube? 19:34 What Does Luke Damant Think of India? 23:32 Luke is an Aspiring Political Commentator 24:51 White Privilege in South Asia 27:56 The Friendliest Countries in the World 31:20 How to Avoid Scams When Travelling 42:01 How to Negotiate When Travelling 45:58 Cultural Appropriation 47:35 Divisiveness in the West 53:21 How to Make Money to Travel Full Time 55:51 Luke Damant's Craziest Travel Story 59:10 Shooting AK's in the Desert of Syria & Lebanon 1:07:41 Luke's Videos Have Sent People to Jail 1:15:12 Does Luke Want to Branch Out and Try Out New Video Styles? 1:20:34 Where Does Luke Damant See Himself in 5 Years? 1:25:52 Why Doesn't Luke Film with His Girlfriend? 1:28:00 Does a Video Performing Well Influence You Going Back? 1:30:22 The Future of Rumble for Creators 1:32:19 Underrated Videos 1:33:13 The Future of YouTube 1:36:53 How to Learn How to Become a YouTuber 1:37:57 Luke's Online Creator School --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/small-brained-american/support

In episode 210 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk welcomes Sue Mysko to share her journey from working in professional services marketing to becoming a fractional CMO. She also discusses the challenges faced by fractionals in finding leads and finding the right people to grow their businesses. Join Sebastian Rusk and Sue Mysko to learn more about what fractional positions are and how they can add value to your businessTIMESTAMPS[00:02:23] The Rise of Fractional Positions.[00:07:30] Choosing to Branch Out.[00:09:08] Fractional Job Marketplace.[00:13:19] The Wonderful World of Fractional Positions.In this episode, Sebastian Rusk and Sue Mysko discuss how fractional positions can aid in the growth and scaling of businesses. They emphasize that fractional positions are not limited to large corporations but can also be utilized by small businesses and entrepreneurs. Additionally, Sebastian and Sue highlight the importance of thoroughly understanding the core issues in a business to find the right fractional support. They emphasize that while every business wants to grow, it is crucial to identify the gaps before seeking fractional assistance. This may involve assessing areas such as leads, marketing, operations, or process management.QUOTES“So this isn't just large multimillion dollar corporations looking to fill a position that may not be full time. This is allowing anybody who owns a business that's looking to grow that business and find the right people to help facilitate that.” - Sebastian Rusk"I've worked in organizations where there's been a fractional CEO, a fractional CMO, and a fractional CHRO. They built their business off of fractionals because they just recognized that they could get the senior leadership in the strategy they needed to grow their business because they just want to be in their business." - Sue Mysko"Take the time to do your due diligence. Hire the right person because they will add so much value to the business." - Sue Mysko“Take every opportunity to promote yourself, promote the business, and to get out there and get as much volume as you can.” - Sue MyskoSOCIAL MEDIA LINKSSebastian RuskInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthestorypodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondTheStoryPodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianrusk/Sue MyskoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/suemysko/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sue.myskoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/b2bfractionalcmo/WEBSITESBeyond The Story Podcast: https://www.beyondthestorypodcast.com/Hire A Fractional: https://hireafractional.com/Chief Marketing Outsider: https://chiefmarketingoutsider.com/==========================Need help launching your podcast?Schedule a Free Podcast Strategy Call TODAY!PodcastLaunchLabNow.com

Happy Hanukkah! I sat down with the heart centered Founder of BranchOut Faith, Rabbi Bryan Zive to share on all things faith. Rabbi Bryan is a healing force in our world. He is a deep feeler and is wildly educated on the history of Judaism, its faith, its book and its culture. In this hour long huddle, Rabbi Bryan shares his definition of God, of Faith and offers why so many of us self identify as Christian or Jewish yet feel (as I defined it) spiritually homeless. He also shares the inception of BranchOut, its purpose and value. He is charming, thoughtful and really offers so much of his experience and knowledge with us in this episode. AND A COUPON CODE! Happy Listening! 7 DAY FREE TRIAL SUBSCRIPTION CODE: Seven Days Off BRANCH OUT FAITH: https://branchoutfaith.com/ BRANCH OUT FAITH FB: https://www.facebook.com/BranchOutFaith THE CULTURE CORNER: https://branchoutfaith.com/what-we-offer/#branchwith RACHEL LAFORCE IG: https://www.instagram.com/rachellaforce/ RACHEL LAFORCE YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@therachellaforce VISIT: https://www.rachellaforce.com/work-with-me   HOLIDAY SOUL SALON DATES: Dec-18 SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: Leave a Review  PRODUCED BY Skewed Orbit Productions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rachel-laforce/support

I am thrilled to share with you the latest episode of the Jaded Mechanic podcast!

Selling your business is not just a transaction. It is a period of transition filled with unexpected highs and lows. After exiting her own legal practice and watching a close friend struggle with the sale of his company, global keynote speaker and bestselling author, Denise Logan realized that business owners need emotional support for this process of transition. Over the last 13 years, she has woven together her previous experience as a lawyer and mental health professional to help business owners and their advisors navigate the emotional aspects of letting go when it is time to sell their business; ultimately enhancing the likelihood of a successful conclusion while keeping costs and delays to a minimum. Denise joins us on Branch Out today to explain how she keeps people and deals from falling apart by giving emotions a seat at the table. We discuss the pitfalls of growing for the sake of growth, the term ‘product-market-maker fit,' and Denise's belief that it's unprocessed emotion that kills deals, not time. We also touch on the importance of context, how advisors can close more deals by slowing down, and so much more. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation with The Seller Whisperer herself, Denise Logan!Key Points From This Episode:The emotional aspects of letting go when it's time to sell.Periods of transition that many of us face in our lives and businesses.Advice for redefining your relationship with the business you've created. Unpacking the common belief that scaling should be the objective.What Denise means by product-market-maker fit and how it can help you.An example that illustrates the costs of growing for the sake of growth.Why Denise always says that selling a business is a transition, not a transaction.Reflecting on the fear-based expression, “Time kills all deals.”How to pause the content to deal with the context.A surefire way to know if emotions are present; especially in the face of logic.Why business owners often refer to their business as their baby.Tips for attending to the emotions in your professional and personal life. How advisors can close more deals and create better relationships with sellers.Denise LoganDenise Logan on LinkedInDenise Logan on TwitterThe Seller's JourneyConnection BuildersAlex Drost LinkedIn

Dr. Gilbert Simon has been a practicing physician for over 50 years. Through the establishment of clinics serving low-income families, Dr. Simon learned how to operate a successful practice on a shoe-string budget. He joined Branch Out to share his ideas on how the healthcare system can change its practices to reach more people and eliminate wasteful spending. Tune in to hear this lively conversation regarding overtesting, overtreating, and overcharging, as he and Larson encourage physicians to remember their original oaths and callings. If you'd like to learn more, visit Dr. Simon's website: https://nofrillsqualityhealthcare.com/ 

Since 1997, Dr. Keith Smith has been pushing back against the status quo by creating America's first free market surgery center (The Surgery Center of Oklahoma) and founding the Free Market Medical Association, now with more than 30 chapters throughout the country. Dr. Smith's convictions for transparency and integrity caused him to thoroughly examine the “system” he was a part of and make changes where he could – even if that meant leaving modern medical practice to pursue a different ideal. Join us for this episode of Branch Out, as Dr. Smith and Larson (possibly Dr. Smith's biggest fan) discuss the important ideologies behind direct care and physician independence. 

Like many other doctors we have interviewed, Dr. Diana Girnita's journey to become a physician began during her hospital stay as a young child. The compassion and care she received during that time translated into years of dedicated research, education and excellence in patient care. Ultimately, Dr. Girnita established Rheumatologist OnCall in 2019, a telemedicine Rheumatology DPC that is expanding across the country.  She joins Branch Out to share her story and the principles behind Rheumatologist OnCall that make her a truly unique physician! 

With the Holy Spirit as our foundation, it's time to BRANCH OUT!In 2023 we will be doing so many things for the Kingdom...but we can't do them without staying connected to the source. God is the Vine!

Dr. Uli K. Chettipally joins Larson Hicks in the newest episode of Branch Out. Dr. Chettipally began InnovatorMD with the vision to empower physicians to pursue technology and innovation in healthcare... believing that physicians could (and should) lead the way in advancing medicine on all fronts. He and Larson discuss how physicians are uniquely qualified to use their experiences in order to develop solutions to the challenges facing healthcare today. Moreover, they discuss how stepping into this space can often reignite a physician's love for the field and breathe new life into one's career. InnovatorMD offers regular workshops, meetups, and networking opportunities in addition to their semi- annual physician summits, the next of which will be held in January! Tune in to learn more about the work Dr. Chettipally and his team are doing! 

Sycamore's host, Melissa Bain, is joined by Urologist, Dr. Diana Londoño, in this episode of Branch Out. Dr. Londoño has written for a number of websites and publications within the medical community with messages of self-awareness and hope to directly battle burnout. As a physician coach, her approach is straightforward - quickly challenging people to confront their reality and turn it into something positive. She's used her personal bouts with burnout to create a company (and more importantly a community) of physicians helping each other through the trenches and demands of the job. Tune in as she and Melissa discuss some very real topics (and tell a few inappropriate jokes!)_________________________________Guest Bio:Dr. Diana Londoño is a board-certified Urologist from the L.A. area. She completed her Bachelors of Arts in Spanish and Biology from Claremont McKenna College. She attended medical school at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Her 6-year Urology residency was well-spent at Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. Dr. Londoño's compassionate focus makes her the best advocate for her English and Spanish-speaking patients as they work together to find the best solutions for their health. Knowing how hard it is to be a healthcare provider, Dr. Londoño started Physician Care Support where medical professionals from all fields can reach out for support with stress, anxiety, and depression. She is also a proud mother to two girls. Top Things We Discuss: You're right where you're supposed to beTake the time for self-care so you don't burnoutDidn't see burnout coming and it took a huge toll on her physically as well as mentally Physician Coach Support has a mission to reach those doctors struggling with depresion and suicide. It is a network of physicians, for physicians. About Dr. Londoño:Embraces the challenge of being a Latiño woman in a male-dominated field Takes a great interest in human nature Allowed her story and compassion for other struggling physicians to change the trajectory of her life in a positive way  Links and MentionsWebsite: ⁠Dr. Diana Londoño's Website ⁠Physician Coach SupportSocial Media:  ⁠SoMe Docs Profile ⁠LinkedIn

This month we're excited to share an episode from the fantastic ‘Branch Out' Podcast from the Royal Botanic Gardens. It's a very timely topic about a contagious disease - but not for humans! In this episode, we'll learn about Myrtle rust, a plant disease threatening many of our iconic species. Listen to this episode to hear how this killer works and what scientists are doing to stop it. You'll discover cutting-edge science that is used to try and protect our environment. For more from the Royal Botanic Gardens podcast - hosted by Vanessa Fuchs: https://www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/science/branch-out Hosted by Edgars Greste @growloveproject in collaboration with NSW Saving our Species

Discover how the creator of the machete-wielding philodendron turned this harmless houseplant into armed greenery in this 'fast flora facts' edition of Branch Out.

Orthopedic doctor, Daniel Paull, joins Branch Out to discuss his pioneering efforts in direct specialty care and his mission to disrupt the current insurance and hospital systems by encouraging other doctors to seek independence and alternative ways of practicing. He and Larson discuss the nuances of quality metrics, practice apart from incentives, and the restrictions facing direct care physicians. His encouragement for those feeling inspired is best surmised in his closing statement, “It is more of a ready-fire aim mentality, where you just have to go and do it and take a risk and you could fail… But if you don't and a lot of people haven't, you'll end up being in a much better position than you ever thought.” Visit sycamoredocs.com/podcast to access this episode and more great interviews from Branch Out! Guest Bio: After surviving an accident in his youth, Dr. Paull knew orthopedics was something he wanted to pursue. It didn't take long for him to realize the sort of traps physicians can fall prey to so he decided to do things his own way. He now owns America's first mobile cash based orthopedic practice and regularly speaks out about the corrupt insurance and hospital systems with the main goal of disrupting the status quo. 

Branch Out host Vanessa Fuchs went to the Pint of Science event at the Keg & Brew in Surry Hills, Sydney to hear an awesome presentation from Dr Manuel Esperon-Rodriguez - a researcher from Western Sydney University known as the “tree detective.”

Dr. Elaine Stageberg, psychiatrist and real estate wizard, joins Branch Out to share her company's unique approach to real estate investment! Dr. Stageberg's company, Black Swan Real Estate, manages a real estate portfolio of over $250 million in assets spanning two different markets. Black Swan founders, Nick and Elaine, overcame great obstacles to achieve success and now work to share their knowledge with others. Not only does Black Swan manage and develop properties, they coach and invest in others looking to do the same. Their two-pronged approach encompasses a philosophy of putting people first and doing everything with excellence in order to create true, lasting, passive income and generational wealth. This podcast is an encouragement and inspiration to anyone involved (or looking to be involved) in real estate investing. Visit www.blackswanteam.com/black-swan-learning to see the excellent resources the Stageberg's have made available to investors. _____________________________________Dr. Elaine Stageberg is a trained psychiatrist, mother of four, and co-owner/founder of Black Swan Real Estate based in Rochester, MN. Though Dr. Stageberg found financial freedom through real estate while still in her residency, she went on to practice medicine until covid-19 hit and childcare issues forced her to reevaluate how she wanted to spend her time. Now, through Black Swan Real Estate, Dr. Stageberg is able to build her wealth and invest in others who are building their own real estate portfolio. 

Boulder native and practicing physician, Dr. Marica Pook, joins episode 72 of Branch Out to share the details of her recent trip to Poland and Ukraine. As the daughter of a Polish Immigrant freedom fighter, Dr. Pook felt a deep sense of obligation to extend the same support and hope that was afforded to her father in the 1950's. As the conflict in Eastern Europe intensified, Dr. Pook began collecting medical supplies through every resource she had available, engaging audiences from all across the country. Her trip was full of eye-opening experiences that solidified her desire to return with more support for her colleagues, who are struggling and abundantly thankful for any help they receive.  As she prepares for her return trip, she continues to collect necessary and specially requested items that are scarce in Ukraine. Branch Out listeners have a special opportunity to be involved through a variety of means, including financial support, sending supplies, or possibly even joining the next team (which includes one of Sycamore's own) to go later this fall/winter! We've compiled a list of requested items and support on our website at sycamoredocs.com/ukraine. Please take a moment to look through the needs and consider supporting however you see fit. Guest Bio: Dr. Marica Pook is a Boulder, Colorado native and practicing physician with a heart for adventure and serving others. Dr. Pook began her entrepreneurial journey early in her career with the establishment of the first urgent care in her area, alongside two other female doctors. She went on to have a thriving career but soon realized that in order to achieve the work/life balance she desired, she needed to take her career into her own hands. She went on to create a local locums company that would allow her to be the “mommy-physician” she wanted to be. She considers herself to be a self-starter who is continually learning and pushing herself to be better. Her father's own story of fleeing a war-torn country fostered a sense of responsibility within her to serve others in similar situations. So, when the Ukraine-Russia conflict escalated, Dr. Pook began her work to collect and deliver supplies to those doctors overseas. She continues to serve in this capacity and welcomes any and all support she can garner. 

On today's episode we hear from Rick Marini.  Rick is a serial entrepreneur with 25 years of operating and investing experience in the technology space. He founded and successfully sold 3 companies (Tickle, BranchOut and Talk.co). He is an active angel investor in 50 tech start-ups including 17 unicorns (including Snapchat, Reddit, Opendoor, and AngelList).  In 2018, Rick was named a "Top 50 Angel Investor" by Forbes. Rick is also the Co-founder & Managing Partner of Catapult Capital - a private equity firm that focuses on transactions in the Internet, advertising, media, consumer and broader technology sectors. Full buyouts include Grindr and JibJab. Rick currently serves as the COO of Grindr and on the Board of Directors for JibJab.Rick was the Founder & CEO of BranchOut, the largest professional network leveraging the social graph with more than 800 million professional profiles. BranchOut raised $49 million in funding from Accel, Redpoint, Mayfield, Norwest and Floodgate. In 2014, BranchOut was acquired by a publicly-traded recruiting company.Rick was Founder & CEO of Talk.co, an enterprise messaging app. In 2014, Talk.co was acquired by Hearst Corporation. Rick ran the Digital Innovation Group at Hearst from 2014-2016.In 1999, Rick co-founded Tickle.com, one of the largest social media sites on the Internet. In 2002, Tickle won the “Rising Star” Webby Award as the fastest growing site on the Web. Tickle grew to more than 200 million registered users and was a top 20 Internet site. In 2004, Monster Worldwide acquired Tickle for $100 million.Beyond Rick's depth of knowledge and experience, he is an amazing human being - he generously gives his time to coach and mentor early-stage companies and is a huge advocate for new founders looking for advice, support, and investment in Silicon Valley.------------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is brought to you by Exitwise:  https://www.exitwise.comExitwise helps business owners create the exits they deserve by assembling the best teams of industry specific, M&A experts, who will help maximize the sale of each business.How Does It Work:1. Schedule A Call:  Schedule a call with one of our M&A Advisors and we'll walk you through the entire process of selling your business, from market valuations to M&A expert fees and from due diligence to the signing of your purchase agreement. We're here to answer any questions you may have.On this call, we'll want to learn about the history of the business, your financial performance, your management team and listen to your thoughts and requirements for selling the business so we can make sure to find the best M&A experts to help maximize your exit.2. Review Top Experts:  Once we've had a chance to process all your business information, we'll share with you, our top choices for investment bankers, M&A attorneys, and tax accountants to help maximize the sale of your business.We'll present each M&A expert's transaction history, estimated valuation range for your business and their fee structures. Then we'll talk through the pros and cons of each choice to help you prioritize and make the best decisions.3. Negotiate & Hire:  Finally, when we've narrowed it down to your top choices, we'll negotiate your engagement letter with each M&A expert to make sure fees and terms are fair for everyone. We know what to look for and we know how to keep everyone incentivized for your optimal outcome.Once your M&A experts have been selected and you're ready to move forward, we'll collect signatures and get everyone to work.

Board certified General and Vascular Surgeon and founder of UBERDOC, Dr. Paula Muto, joins Branch Out to share her inspiring story of running a successful practice and pursuing entrepreneurship towards the betterment of her community. Her company's convenient approach to direct-pay-patient/physician opportunities cuts out the middleman  and provides much needed price transparency in healthcare. Instead of working to maintain an infrastructure that is no longer relevant, Dr. Muto seeks to lead the way in what will undoubtedly be the future of medical care. 

Episode 70 of Branch Out features Dr. Amy Fogelman, a board-certified Internal Medicine doctor and founder of MED LAW Consulting, a company that matches qualified medical experts to attorneys' litigation needs. Dr. Fogelman started MED LAW Consulting as a venture to battle burnout and put her skills to use in the non-clinical setting. Realizing that people may not feel equipped to make this move professionally,  MED LAW Consulting began offering courses to train physicians who are interested in making additional income “using what they already know.” Tune in to hear her journey towards independence and the lessons she learned along the way. Guest Bio:Dr. Amy Fogelman is a board-certified Internal Medicine doctor with over 15 years of experience. She currently works at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA and is the founder of MED LAW Consulting. Daughter of a physician, Dr. Fogelman grew up watching her father “fix people” and knew that medicine was her future. Eventually the current system took its toll, leading to her burnout and Dr. Fogelman knew she needed to diversify. With a lawyer husband and a network of non-clinical physicians supporting her, she launched her own business and hopes to pass along her knowledge to others. 

Our first in person Shaklee Global Conference in 3 years is a wrap! Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Roger Barnett, President of the Americas Jeff Hill, Senior Vice President of Field Development Cim Carver, and special guest speakers Master Coordinators Ryan and Harper Guerra give you a clear focus on action, distilled to three simple things you can do to take advantage of all that's been launched...and Branch Out!

Our first in person Shaklee Global Conference in 3 years is a wrap! Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Roger Barnett, President of the Americas Jeff Hill, Senior Vice President of Field Development Cim Carver, and special guest speakers Master Coordinators Ryan and Harper Guerra give you a clear focus on action, distilled to three simple things you can do to take advantage of all that's been launched...and Branch Out!

Hand surgeon and tech builder, Dr. Jeff Cole, has long pursued entrepreneurial opportunities throughout his career in medicine. He has been on the forefront of medical technology and now sits on the board of Planet Wealth, a self-proclaimed “disruptive company hell-bent on democratizing capitalism.” Their mission is to “bring Wall Street to Main Street so anyone can gain financial independence through access to capital.” This hour-long podcast delves into Dr. Cole's past experiences - successes and failures - that led him to be on the board of an up and coming investment company while juggling a full time career as a hand surgeon. Join us for this episode of Branch Out to learn about your opportunities to diversify investments, build wealth, and claim your independence! 

Plants Grow Here & Branch Out are doing a swapcast! That means we're each playing an episode of each others' show. The Branch Out episode we're featuring this week is about the witchcraft revival, and how herbs are a large part of the movement. Vanessa Fuchs interviews a modern witch Christina Oakley-Harrington about her beliefs, her practices and her connection to plants. EPISODE LINKSVisit Branch Out on the Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney website: https://www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/science/branch-outBranch Out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/75CJ6tv6ofXOmIDTnzX9I0Branch Out on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/branch-out/id1388761048Branch Out on Android: http://www.subscribeonandroid.com/rss.whooshkaa.com/rss/podcast/id/3356FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group!VISIT OUR WEBSITEwww.PlantsGrowHere.comLET'S WORK TOGETHERAre you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to plantsgrowhere@gmail.com.

Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo is the founder of Melanin & Medicine and co-founder of Strong Children Wellness, an integrated-care practice in NYC.  Dr. Uwemedimo has taken great steps to revitalize the healthcare industry through her innovative approach to treatment, community building, fundraising, and mentorship. In this episode of Branch Out, we talk about impacting the community you've been called to and how to engage your local organizations to build a collective to care for that community. Dr. Uwemedimo's creative funding philosophy is an inspiration to all doctors seeking to enter the entrepreneurial world. 

The benefit of having options for employment, how small decisions can impact the rest of your life, the benefits of branching out, and how to improve your networkSupport the show

From M. Night Shyamalan to the Bible - this debut episode of our Fast Flora Facts edition of Branch Out covers all sorts of amazing bite-sized facts, stories and research about the biggest group in the plant kingdom - trees.

We're back and shaking things up this year so you can discover the surprising world of plants with WEEKLY episodes. Hit subscribe to get the first 'fast flora facts' episode on June 3 and join the new Branch Out community on reddit (r/branchoutpodcast) to share your feedback and connect with other listeners.

In episode 63 of Branch Out, we sit down with Dr. Mark Piehl, Pediatric Intensivist and Innovator, to discuss the creation of his biomedical device, running a company alongside practicing medicine, and the importance of balancing priorities. If it sounds like a lot of work - it is! But is it worth it?

Sarah Patterson, CMO of Samsara, doesn't believe in keeping your armor up around your coworkers: “You've got something else on your mind, it's going to come through,” she says. While working at Salesforce, she worked with a career coach and discovered that opening up about her personal and professional struggles brought her team closer. And that has also held true in her current role at Samsara, a fast-growing fleet management company that went public in December. In this episode, Sarah and Joubin discuss the silver lining of the pandemic for her family's cohesion; why catching up on work is a form of recharging; the benefits of journaling, even if it's in an email thread; what Samsara does for a vital but un-digitized sector of the economy; the scary experience of living in the era of “smoke days”; hiring for sustainable rapid growth; Samsara's IPO and earning the trust of the whole team; and how Sarah prepared to interview star skiier Lindsey Vonn.In this episode, we cover: Making deliberate choices about how you spend your time (06:36) Accepting imperfection and being vulnerable with your colleagues (11:18) The practice that goes into looking polished onstage (17:17) The year Sarah left Salesforce for BranchOut, and why she went back (23:15) The rapid growth of Samsara, and what it does (27:35) How a mandate for truckers in North America laid the groundwork for Samsara's business (33:39) How Sarah thinks about the challenge of hiring, and why “what you do” is not the most important thing (39:32) “Trial by fire” - earning the trust of workers who were at Samsara before her (42:43) Is it easier to be an interviewer or an interviewee? (52:55) Links: Connect with SarahLinkedIn Connect with Joubin Twitter LinkedIn Email: grit@kleinerperkins.com  Learn more about Kleiner Perkins

It can be daunting to put yourself out there to network and meet new people, but it helps to bear in mind the opportunities for growth and support that come with being part of a community. This week on Branch Out we welcome back Carrie Schochet, Founder, and CEO of Purple Squirrel Advisors, a boutique executive search firm based in Troy, Michigan. In our conversation with Carrie, we discuss the lifelong journey of personal growth and how feedback networking and seeking out peer groups can support it. She shares how she has fostered a working culture that welcomes feedback in her business and the benefits of soliciting feedback internally. We also discuss the benefits of building and maintaining relationships with your peers and how to grow by surrounding yourself with other leaders.  Key Points From This Episode: Carrie's definition of growth and why she believes it's so important.How Carrie creates the right environment for better feedback.The benefits of soliciting feedback internally.How to create a work culture where feedback is welcomed.How soliciting feedback has helped Carrie grow.How Carrie has benefited from surrounding herself with leaders and good people.How being part of a community has helped Carrie in challenging situations.The value of building and maintaining relationships with others in your industry.Why most of Carrie's networking is about exchanging ideas, rather than a sales pitch.How to learn and evolve through your peers.Why Carrie is a big proponent of peer groups.How Carrie was inspired by her peers at a fire walking event.How your energy and mindset affect those around you, especially as a leader.Carrie Schochet on LinkedinCarrie Schochet EmailPurple Squirrel AdvisorsAlex Drost LinkedInBranch Out Podcast LinkedInConnection Builders LinkedInHave thoughts or comments? We want to hear from you. growth@connection.builders

Your online business can earn you 7+ figures.  On this episode of the Making Bank podcast, Stephen Somers chats about his wildly successful Marketplace SuperHeroes and the lessons he's learned from it. He discusses how he and his partner founded and grew Marketplace SuperHeroes into a now 8 figure business. Stephen learned how to attract clients, keep them, and sell them on more services by creating a business ecosystem.  Listen to the episode to hear more about how to execute well to generate a high revenue online. Listen to Josh and Stephen discuss building businesses: Stephen's Background (2:46) Stephen tells the story of how he began as a musician before selling products on Amazon with his now current partner. After finding great success in that, he and his partner began teaching others how they too can build seven figure businesses online. Determination Builds Businesses (6:28) Drawing on his experiences with sports as a child, Stephen talks about the important lesson of persevering, despite what others say. By sticking to the plan and ignoring the noise, he has been able to overcome many challenges to now run an eight-figure company.  Find the Expertise and Execute Well (9:55) Stephen attributes much of his success to the success of others. When it comes to building a company, he believes you don't need to reinvent the wheel. Instead, choose processes that are proven to work. Nowadays, there's so much information out there for entrepreneur, you just need to find it and learn from it. Creating an Ecosystem (11:53) After finding success, it was time for Stephen and his partner to grow it. They looked at the problems of those selling via Amazon, as those sellers were their buyers, and tried to solve them. In doing that research, they found a way to incorporate any solution their customers may need under their company, as opposed to referring people to other resources.  This created an ecosystem of customers and services. Part of this includes stacking opportunities into one place. For example, if their customers are looking for supplemental paths, Marketplace SuperHeroes will provide that.  Where to Branch Out (15:55) In listening to their customers via Facebook groups and feedback, Marketplace SuperHeroes has adjusted and expanded their base to meet needs properly. Relating to that, Stephen also differentiates between the type of content you think people need vs. the content they actually want to watch.  Challenges and Solutions (20:38) Stephen shares some of the trials and tribulations he and his company have undergone before reaching success. Even for an eight-figure business, it can still happen! He also shares some of the ways they've changed their approach.  Pivoting during Covid (24:02) During Covid, Stephen – like every entrepreneur - had to pivot. In some ways, they had to deal with extra costs, challenges and headaches. In other ways, their business doubled. They found even more success and continue to pivot to this day.  Sell, sell, sell (28:05) Before wrapping up, Stephen shares his advice for those selling on Amazon. In addition, he urges any entrepreneur to sell more things to their existing clients. It is the easiest and fastest way to grow your business, and you can see results immediately.  Links mentioned: https://joshfelber.com

Your online business can earn you 7+ figures.  On this episode of the Making Bank podcast, Stephen Somers chats about his wildly successful Marketplace SuperHeroes and the lessons he's learned from it. He discusses how he and his partner founded and grew Marketplace SuperHeroes into a now 8 figure business. Stephen learned how to attract clients, keep them, and sell them on more services by creating a business ecosystem.  Listen to the episode to hear more about how to execute well to generate a high revenue online. Listen to Josh and Stephen discuss building businesses: Stephen's Background (2:46) Stephen tells the story of how he began as a musician before selling products on Amazon with his now current partner. After finding great success in that, he and his partner began teaching others how they too can build seven figure businesses online. Determination Builds Businesses (6:28) Drawing on his experiences with sports as a child, Stephen talks about the important lesson of persevering, despite what others say. By sticking to the plan and ignoring the noise, he has been able to overcome many challenges to now run an eight-figure company.  Find the Expertise and Execute Well (9:55) Stephen attributes much of his success to the success of others. When it comes to building a company, he believes you don't need to reinvent the wheel. Instead, choose processes that are proven to work. Nowadays, there's so much information out there for entrepreneur, you just need to find it and learn from it. Creating an Ecosystem (11:53) After finding success, it was time for Stephen and his partner to grow it. They looked at the problems of those selling via Amazon, as those sellers were their buyers, and tried to solve them. In doing that research, they found a way to incorporate any solution their customers may need under their company, as opposed to referring people to other resources.  This created an ecosystem of customers and services. Part of this includes stacking opportunities into one place. For example, if their customers are looking for supplemental paths, Marketplace SuperHeroes will provide that.  Where to Branch Out (15:55) In listening to their customers via Facebook groups and feedback, Marketplace SuperHeroes has adjusted and expanded their base to meet needs properly. Relating to that, Stephen also differentiates between the type of content you think people need vs. the content they actually want to watch.  Challenges and Solutions (20:38) Stephen shares some of the trials and tribulations he and his company have undergone before reaching success. Even for an eight-figure business, it can still happen! He also shares some of the ways they've changed their approach.  Pivoting during Covid (24:02) During Covid, Stephen – like every entrepreneur - had to pivot. In some ways, they had to deal with extra costs, challenges and headaches. In other ways, their business doubled. They found even more success and continue to pivot to this day.  Sell, sell, sell (28:05) Before wrapping up, Stephen shares his advice for those selling on Amazon. In addition, he urges any entrepreneur to sell more things to their existing clients. It is the easiest and fastest way to grow your business, and you can see results immediately.  Links mentioned: https://joshfelber.com    

This Episode marks the 25th Episode of the podcast and also will be the last podcast recorded and filmed in the Guest Room Studio on Long Island. We are moving out of state and will be gone for a little bit but when we get all situated in the new location WE WILL BE BACK!! We will also be providing new episodes over Zoom and new content on Twitch a couple days a week! Be sure to send in your art or whatever content you create to be featured in our "Creator nights" which will be on Sunday nights starting in October!We are joined this week by the Duo Team that has made this podcast possible Branch Out Visuals.Ben and Brett have been a core part of making this podcast get to where it is today and make it look so beautiful on YouTube. This podcast gets heartfelt at moments because its a conversation between myself and two of my really close friends saying our farewells and moving on with the next chapter of our lives but reminiscing on all the fun and impactful moments we have had on each other. I will miss these guys dearly, Thank you for all that you have done for me and this podcast!! Follow and support the Guest we had on!Ben - https://www.instagram.com/iambenjaminadam/?hl=enBrett - https://www.instagram.com/tenkarafishing/?hl=enBranch Out Visuals - https://www.instagram.com/branchoutvisuals/?hl=enSupport the Podcast by grabbing some MERCH - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/guestsroom/Follow us on Social Media! Guest (host)- https://linktr.ee/guests_roomBranch Out Visuals - https://www.instagram.com/branchoutvisuals/?hl=enSEND IN YOUR ART OR CONTENT TO (Guestroompod@gmail.com) TO BE FEATURED IN OUR CREATOR NIGHTS ON TWITCH ! twitch.tv/guests_roomAre you looking for a place to advertise your business, art, or music? Guest Room is looking for sponsors for the podcast. Help us grow and we will help you grow!For more information email us at:guestroompod@gmail.com Intro/Outro Song : "RISEN" - BY GUESTSUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTISTs AND FRIENDS If you have any questions or suggestions for the podcast please email us at guestroompod@gmail.comGO OUT AND PERFECT THAT CRAFT !!!!!!!

Dr. Rod Story joins us for a second visit on Branch Out to give a talk on his unique experience as a hospitalist who has also worked in the ER regularly over his career. He sheds light on while hospitalists and emergency medicine doctors may come from different vantage points, they still very much need each other to provide total care for the patient. ***If you enjoyed the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts?  It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really helps us get the word out about the show.For more thoughts about physician independence and autonomy, visit us at:sycamoredocs.comtwitter.com/sycamoredocsyoutube.com/sycamoredocsfacebook.com/sycamoredocsinstagram.com/sycamoredocsCredits:Theme Music - White Waves by Shearwater

You're out there, doing well in real estate and putting in the work. You've established yourself as a solid agent and now you're looking to diversify and up your game by starting a new business adjacent to what you already have going on. The reality is that branching out without a solid plan can end up costing you more than you could believe. This week, we're talking about starting new businesses and how to tell the difference between creating multiple streams of income or creating multiple distractions from success.   Great Idea or a Great Distraction?   Gary Keller says that the hardest thing for an entrepreneur to do is say no. We all have ideas on how to make things better or places where opportunity exists. But unless we do our due diligence, those ideas are just distractions from what we're supposed to be focusing on. The hard truth is what starts out as a side hustle can turn into something that sucks up all your time, your money, and your earning potential. When evaluating if a business venture is something worth getting into, understanding how much effort you're willing to put into it before you need to stop is a hard question that needs to be answered.   When is the Time to Branch Out?   All this doom-saying is not to say never try to branch out, but only to be smart about it. Take a look first at yourself and your primary business. Are you still having to hustle to make ends meet, or are you in a great place where things are coasting along? How is your home life: is your work/life balance where you would like it to be? This all needs to be asked before branching out if you want to be in the best place to be successful. Finally, ask yourself: can building a new business help me in each of those areas, and if things go wrong can I fall back on what has already been working without a huge disruption?   Answering these questions honestly can greatly increase your chances of success in building your portfolio and becoming the successful business person you want to be. Be honest and put in the work to make it succeed, otherwise it's just a distraction from what is making you a success in the first place.   “What I don't advise people to do is get distracted from their day-to-day real estate business. Most people know that we flip houses, we have rentals, and we do traditional business. And there's a mix of everything going on. But we can do all those because we put the right people in place. They're not distractions because if somebody finds out, ‘Hey, you couldn't show me house yesterday, because what, you were scraping popcorn ceilings in your flip?' That doesn't look good for your career.” - Steve   “My favorite four-letter word is idea, right? But there's two roads it goes down, it can either become a shiny object or weapon of mass distraction, or it becomes a fully vetted venture. Something that you're actually thinking about all the components that go into that idea to create a revenue stream from it.” – Bernie   “I think there's a real basic exercise that any business owner entrepreneur should do for any idea that is create a business plan, right? I mean, it's kind of like Business 101, what is your business plan for this idea, and make that be your sobriety checkpoint.” – Bernie   “I think when you do a side hustle, you have to be able to take one amount of money and say, ‘This is what I'm willing to invest. If it doesn't go anywhere, I'm out.' It's either a loss or it's a gain.” – Steve   Have a question or topic you'd like us to cover? Send us a message at: Steve's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevedvalentine/ Bernie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bernzpix/   You can find us on all the major Podcast apps: Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, and more! Subscribe to be notified when new episodes are live and leave us a review and 5-star rating to help the show grow!

Science communication is a lot like story telling. In this episode of Branch Out, hear from Laura Skates, Renee Cawthorne and Dr Karl about the importance of talking on behalf of plants.

Extreme plants call for extreme botany. This week on Branch Out, we're exploring the dangerous world of cliff faces, low rainfall and challenging temperatures. We chat to horticulturalist Madeline Arnott-Bryce about succulents, and Dr Russell Barrett about plants that grow in the Kimberley region in WA.

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Bianca Bee share the importance of motivation and listening to your dreams. Staying true to who you are as an individual and embracing who you want to become can be both a blessing and a curse in the modern day world, including social media. But, the practice of putting yourself first, keeping a healthy mindset balance, and staying real with yourself will go a long way. Bianca Bee is an author, film producer, and entrepreneur. She has written/published two books and has worked with many television networks/shows such as the Oprah Winfrey Network, the Mel Robbins Show, TMZ, E News, VH1, and the Steve Harvey Show. She also launched her own cosmetic company, “BFF Cosmetics” recently. She moved to LA at the age of 17 to pursue her dreams in the entertainment and film industry and is still continuing to build her brand, even as a successful businesswoman. She encourages others that YOU CAN ACHIEVE ANYTHING YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO. Don't ever settle for one job or profession, BRANCH OUT. Be REAL. Hard work pays off. Check out her journey: @itsbiancabee @bffcosmeticscompany @biancabeeshow

Do you need a brain to be able to sense the world around you, or to remember or learn?

It's a very noisy world out in Australian nature, and sometimes all you need to do is stop and listen (to this).

My guest today is the Zack Onisko, who is behind some incredible breakout growth stories. Zack was an early team member at Tickle, which is generally considered to have pioneered virality as we know it - and did this at a time before Facebook existed. He then worked with Branchout that mastered growth through virality on the Facebook platform, before he led growth for Creative Market and Hired, solving very unique growth problems. Zack today is the CEO of Dribbble, which has been described as LinkedIn for designers. Zack has thought deeply not only about growing but also doing so sustainably. In this fascinating conversation, we cover not just how Zack grew from being a designer to a growth-professional to CEO, but also about what led to the rise & fall of some hyperviral companies - as also some fascinating insights about how his company Dribbble has embraced a fully remote work culture. So much of what he has done is uniquely creative & interesting - and I'm excited to dive into it all with him.KEY HIGHLIGHTSThe origins of the word ‘virality' in the context of digital growth.How Zack advocated for an autonomous growth team at BranchOut - and how this team's work compounded and resulted in 25 to 30 million users in 30 days.Why Dribbble is a fully remote team. Dribbble's meeting policies that let is maximize productivity.Dribbble's ingenious way to finance a team trip by going into the conference business.Check out the full transcript and show notes here:https://howthingsgrow.co/from-hypervirality-to-sustainable-growth-with-zack-oniskoceo-at-dribbble/**Get more goodies here:http://MobileUserAcquisitionShow.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

First, we spoke to Stephen Branch, a magician and self-described loudmouth and motivator.  Stephen discussed his unusual introduction to magick, his evolving occult philosophy, and his involvement in the Domus Kaotica/Marauder Underground.  Stephen went on to talk about his new podcast Branch Out, as well as his forays into music and plans for an eventual occult record label.  The A.A.O. and the Work of Charis are two occult discussion groups begun by Stephen, intended to foster self-improvement and positive change within occulture.  *NOTE: Since the time of this interview, Stephen Branch has announced a hiatus from all social media in order to focus on personal magickal endeavors.  For the time being, the Branch Out podcast is offline. Next up was Achija Branvin Sionnach, a hermetic polytheist, musician, and martial artist hailing from Virginia.  Achija talked about his early Christian upbringing, and eventual drift into polytheism.  In speaking about what it means to be a "hermetic polytheist", Achija spoke about his devotion to the Morrigan and what that entails.  Also discussed were Achija's involvement with Historical European Martial Arts, and his dedication to music.  In addition, Achija demonstrated his ability to speak in tongues.  Wrapping up the interview, he spoke about his enchanted bookbinding service,  SpellBound Bookbinding, as well as a new project, 54 Devils, and put out the call for help from listeners with information about playing card lore.  Achija can be contacted at achija@bt.edu Before the interviews, I talked about the city node that Roni,Tszura, Stan, Jack, and I set up in Detroit for Chelseanacht 2017 and the subsequent ritual that took place for Operation: Trojan Storm.   Also, if you have a a tale of the uncanny, weird, or terrifying variety, please get in touch if you'd like that tale told on the Halloween show!   As always, check out the show notes for a complete description, including links!

Zack leads growth and marketing at Creative Market. Him and his team grew revenue 1,600% on their first year with revenue milestones that exceeded the first year revenues of notable marketplaces like Etsy and eBay. He also managed and mentored the growth team at BranchOut, who reached 25 million users faster than many notable websites including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.   Remember to download our 10-day Growth Hacking course for free at https://www.growthhackingpodcast.com/freecourse   For more information and resources, visit https://www.growthhackingpodcast.com