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RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast
The InFOCUS Podcast: iHeartMedia Q1 2024

RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 15:55 Transcription Available


It was brief, with no questions asked following prepared remarks from an analyst or shareholder. But CEO Bob Pittman and CFO/COO Rich Bressler offered a full analysis of how the nation's No. 1 content creation and production company performed in 2024. The call was held directly opposite the Q1 2024 earnings call for Townsquare Media, and we're pleased to offer Pittman and Bressler's audio comments in full in this podcast presented by dot.fm.

Talking Apes
Make Travel Meaningful: Earth Day Special with NatHab's Ben Bressler | S3E52

Talking Apes

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 64:41


Does connecting to a planet require seeing it? And at what cost to the environment,  the wildlife, and people?Join us for an Earth Day special on Talking Apes Podcast as we chat with Ben Bressler, founder of Natural Habitat Adventures, about the transformative power of purposeful travel.'We're passionate about conservation, and we're passionate about travel, so we use travel to affect conservation.'A Conservation Journey:From humble beginnings in the late 1980s, Natural Habitat Adventures has grown into a global leader in environmental travel. Their intimate, curated wildlife adventures offer unforgettable experiences while prioritizing conservation efforts worldwide.Influencing Change:NatHab's impact goes beyond tourism, influencing industry-wide practices and partnering with organizations like World Wildlife Fund US and GLOBIO to shape a future where travel is purposeful and sustainable.Connect & Explore:Discover meaningful adventures with Natural Habitat Adventures and join the conversation on Earth Day as we delve into the transformative power of purposeful travel.Connect with Natural Habitat Adventures:Website: Natural Habitat AdventuresExplore Trips: Our TripsConservation Initiatives: Electric Safari VehicleWatch: Make Travel MeaningfulNatural Habitat Sustainability Report: https://www.nathab.com/conservation/sustainability-report/Social Media:Instagram: @naturalhabitatadventuresTwitter: @NatHabSupport the showTalking Apes is an initiative of the nonprofit GLOBIO. Official website: talkingapes.orgInstagram: @talkingapes_podcastTwitter: @talking_apes BUY OUR MERCH

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Small Acres - Big Productivity - Hunger Task Force Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 50:00


Good soil practices are paying financial dividends for farmers in some states in the upper Midwest, and Wisconsin may soon join in.  Bob Bosold talks to Jack Cornell with the United Soybean Board about Farmers for Soil Health.  He explains their model and the companies that are already buying in, literally.Even small plots of ground can be incredibly productive.  Pam Jahnke visits with Sarah Bressler, farm manager for the Hunger Task Force's 208 acre property in Franklin, WI.  It's land leased for 30 years in partnership with Milwaukee County.  Bressler said they produced a record 411,000 pounds of fresh vegetables and produce they'll distribute to food pantries. Affordable health care is major talking point at a lot of state conventions and conferences this winter.  Stephanie Hoff gets real-life perspective from a farm couple in western Wisconsin.  Dylan Bruce from Ferryville. He and his wife operate Circadian Organics and Driftless Seed. He's also president of his Vernon-Crawford County WI Farmers Union Chapter. Dylan tells me that because farming is such a unique business, he doesn't qualify for BadgerCare. And because he's got a preexisting condition, he's got to pay for expensive insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Filmmaker's Life
The Filmmaker's Life with Colin Bressler 10/19/23

The Filmmaker's Life

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 60:46


Our guest this week was Colin Bressler. Colin is a not only a Cinematographer but also a Writer/Director/Producer/ Director of several psychological horror films. To obtain the Zoom link for upcoming live interviews, you must register at The Filmmaker's Life webpage at https://www.filmmakersuccess.com/The-Filmmakers-Life-Home . Colin received the award for Best Achievement in Cinematography while he attended the School of Visual Arts in New York City. He worked his way up in the industry working as an assistant to many great DPs. Once he stepped into the role of DP he was nominated for the American Society of Cinematography Award for Best New-Comer. He worked on many feature films, TV series for History Channel and Discovery Channel, as well as on web content for big names such as Sports Illustrated, Essence and Time. When he started writing, producing and directing his own projects, he jumped into the world of horror and has 5 features under his belt within another due to be released next year. You can watch Colin's latest film "No Promised Land" on Tubi. To learn more about Joanne Butcher and her company visit https://www.filmmakersuccess.com

Consensus in Conversation
Ben Bressler of Natural Habitat Adventures on Nature, Travel, and Pursuing Your Passion

Consensus in Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 49:37


Ben Bressler, founder and president of Natural Habitat Adventures (NHA), joins the podcast. Ben had the epiphany for what would become NHA as a teacher during a ski trip. Soonafter, he launched the responsible nature travel company in 1985 with a core idea: create life-enhancing travel experiences by taking people to some of the world's most remote places– while also getting as close as possible to the wildlife. Fueled by a passion for travel, nature, and the outdoors, Ben and Natural Habitat Adventures are still finding new ways to enhance their adventures and impact on the environment 38 years later. NHA, the conservation travel partner of the World Wildlife Fund, was the first 100% carbon-neutral travel company. But who better to tell the full story than Ben himself?Whether it's a close-up encounter with polar bears, talking about the restorative power of nature, or how to launch and lead a company for almost 4 decades (and still going), this episode has something for everyone. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform.More:Visit www.NatHab.com to learn more about Natural Habitat Adventures. Follow CiC host Conor Gaughan on LinkedIn to stay up to date on new episodes and more. Episode Timestamps:(0:03) - Ben's cold open (0:52) - Intro on Ben Bressler and Natural Habitat Adventures(2:54) - Background, passion for nature, and college (8:11) - Early career, teaching, and the epiphany for a travel company(11:01) - Origin and early days of Natural Habitat (19:16) - First big sale and International Fund for Animal Welfare(25:18) - Memorable moments and what Nat Hab is up to today (29:56) - Reflecting on the experience of nature and travel(35:41) - Economic benefits, biodiversity, and community (40:30) - Sustainability-based initiatives(43:03) - The future, new trips, and leaving a legacy (46:51) - Where to learn more about Natural Habitat Adventures(47:54) - Conclusion(48:40) - End credits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MUSE Magazine
S5 EP 2 - I'm not an octopus! Ft Alisa Bressler

MUSE Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 46:12


Have you ever felt the pressure of being great as a student, partner, friend, child and person? I know that these pressures constantly take a toll on my mental health. So, in honour of Mental Health Week, we will discuss these topics and how they cause anxiety for both me and Alisa Bressler. Make sure to check in with yourself and take a break; you deserve it. Happy reading week, listeners. Much love, Amused xoxo.

Coach Code Podcast
#395: Coach Code Podcast - Breaking Free from Real Estate Paralysis to Achieve Greatness with Wally Bressler

Coach Code Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 45:53


#395: Coach Code Podcast - Breaking Free from Real Estate Paralysis to Achieve Greatness with Wally Bressler Join us as we explore the power of self-awareness and taking action to overcome the state of being frozen. Our speaker emphasizes the importance of analyzing the reasons behind feeling stuck and provides practical strategies to move forward. Discover the value of prospecting, nurturing leads, building relationships, and engaging in traditional real estate activities to foster success, rather than relying solely on social media or artificial intelligence. The episode sheds light on the misconceptions surrounding the real estate business, where many enter with expectations of easy money, only to be confronted with the reality of hard work and dedication required for success. Our speaker also addresses the topic of agents exiting the industry, highlighting that unskilled individuals without a plan or strategy are more likely to leave. The episode also touches on the importance of aiming for success and embracing accountability rather than exiting the business due to feelings of insufficiency. While some agents settle for selling a consistent number of houses each year, there is a call to aspire for greater achievements and challenge the status quo. Discover the secrets to overcoming obstacles, seizing opportunities, and achieving unparalleled success in the real estate market!     WHAT CAN HELP YOU? Book A Discovery Call We want to provide further value by booking a call with one of our Advisors to discover which factor could be holding you back from achieving the results that you desire and the life that you deserve. Give us 15 minutes, and we'll help you transform your business to 6 to 7-figures plus, while living an xXelerated life. We are offering this as a value add at NO cost. In this jam-packed session, we will: Review your value proposition to identify what's possible for you in the next 90 days and beyond Discuss your current marketing strategies and evaluate what's working and what is not Uncover bottlenecks that prevents you to xXelerate your business Develop an actionable plan to achieve your desired results So book a call at your most convenient time and let's talk about it! SEE OUR BEST STUFF ON SOCIAL! Home Page Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Tiktok

St. Thomas Anglican Church
Dr. Charles Bressler - CS Lewis – The Great Divorce - Week Three

St. Thomas Anglican Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 56:51


Part Three of a Five week series on CS Lewis. About Dr. Bressler - Charles is an experienced English Professor and Scholar. He has been the keynote speaker on Lewis and Tolkien six times at Oxford and once at Cambridge. He has been the keynote speaker at the British Tolkien Society and spoken once at the International Tolkien Society. Charles has presented over forty related papers at literary conferences, published literary essays in various journals and authored a widely used text on literary theory and criticism continued through five editions. Disclaimer - This was recorded by a single microphone as a “seat in the house” experience. There may be some audio anomalies associated with this environment.

St. Thomas Anglican Church
Dr. Charles Bressler - CS Lewis – Conclusion, The Screwtape Letters & The Last Battle - Week Five

St. Thomas Anglican Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 59:50


Conclusion of a five part series on CS Lewis - Dr. Bressler wraps up with an overview of the life of CS Lewis and examines the eschatological framework of Lewis through The Screwtape Letters & The Last Battle. About Dr. Bressler - Charles is an experienced English Professor and Scholar. He has been the keynote speaker on Lewis and Tolkien six times at Oxford and once at Cambridge. He has been the keynote speaker at the British Tolkien Society and spoken once at the International Tolkien Society. Charles has presented over forty related papers at literary conferences, published literary essays in various journals and authored a widely used text on literary theory and criticism continued through five editions. Disclaimer - This was recorded by a single microphone as a “seat in the house” experience. There may be some audio anomalies associated with this environment.

St. Thomas Anglican Church
Dr. Charles Bressler - CS Lewis – The Screwtape Letters - Week Four

St. Thomas Anglican Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 58:52


Part Four of a Five week series on CS Lewis. About Dr. Bressler - Charles is an experienced English Professor and Scholar. He has been the keynote speaker on Lewis and Tolkien six times at Oxford and once at Cambridge. He has been the keynote speaker at the British Tolkien Society and spoken once at the International Tolkien Society. Charles has presented over forty related papers at literary conferences, published literary essays in various journals and authored a widely used text on literary theory and criticism continued through five editions. Disclaimer - This was recorded by a single microphone as a “seat in the house” experience. There may be some audio anomalies associated with this environment.

St. Thomas Anglican Church
Dr. Charles Bressler - CS Lewis – The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe - Week Two

St. Thomas Anglican Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 53:28


Part Two of a Five week series on CS Lewis. About Dr. Bressler - Charles is an experienced English Professor and Scholar. He has been the keynote speaker on Lewis and Tolkien six times at Oxford and once at Cambridge. He has been the keynote speaker at the British Tolkien Society and spoken once at the International Tolkien Society. Charles has presented over forty related papers at literary conferences, published literary essays in various journals and authored a widely used text on literary theory and criticism continued through five editions. Disclaimer - This was recorded by a single microphone as a “seat in the house” experience. There may be some audio anomalies associated with this environment.

St. Thomas Anglican Church
Dr. Charles Bressler - CS Lewis Introduction, Overview and Mere Christianity - Week One

St. Thomas Anglican Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 45:46


Dr. Bressler provides an overview of CS Lewis and examines “Mere Christianity.”Disclaimer - This was recorded by a single microphone as a “seat in the house” experience. There may be some audio anomalies associated with this environment.Additionally, part way through this presentation, part of the St. Thomas Music team led the audience in a worship song, “Yet Not I, But Through Christ in Me.” Due to copyright, we have omitted the song, however, feel free to pause and listen to the song here:https://open.spotify.com/track/439tGS9rVbyTjj5SmneD56?si=ea6f5d6bfd904d78

What If It Did Work?
What IF You Can Transform Your Life & Your Sales Skills with Wally Bressler

What If It Did Work?

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 57:08


If you're looking to overcome call reluctance and improve your sales skills, be sure to tune in to this episode of What IF It Did Work with host Omar Medrano and guest Wally Bressler from Trigger Sales System. Bressler is an author, coach, speaker, and phone sales expert who works with entrepreneurs and sales professionals to build their businesses effectively. In this episode, Bressler reveals the two types of call reluctance and stresses the importance of personal growth and accountability for sales success. The hosts also discuss topics like proper training and strategy in the financial industry, the importance of personal development in addition to business development, and the false sense of security that the pandemic brought to the real estate market. Throughout the episode, the hosts provide practical advice on how to overcome obstacles like limiting beliefs, victim mentality, and negative thinking. If you're interested in Wally Bressler's Trigger Sales System, listen for details on the eight-week coaching program that helps individuals improve their phone sales skills. The course includes script and dialogue training, pipeline management, and homework assignments, and has a lifetime guarantee for results. Don't miss this exciting and insightful episode that is sure to inspire you to take action towards personal and professional success.Join the What if it Did Work movement on FacebookGet the Book!www.omarmedrano.comwww.calendly.com/omarmedrano/15min

WillPower | Mind Growth
From Trauma to Transformation: Wally Bressler's Journey of Breaking Bad Habits

WillPower | Mind Growth

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 32:24


In this captivating episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the inspiring life story of Wally Bressler, a remarkable individual who overcame a traumatic childhood to become a beacon of hope for others. Join us as Wally shares his powerful journey of resilience, self-discovery, and ultimately, helping people break free from their destructive habits. Discover the raw emotions and pivotal moments that shaped Wally's early years, and how he managed to rise above adversity to create a life filled with purpose and meaning. From battling personal demons to unlocking the keys to personal transformation, Wally's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Through his unique insights and experiences, Wally has developed profound strategies and techniques to help individuals break free from the chains of their own self-destructive behaviors. Gain invaluable wisdom as he sheds light on the psychology behind bad habits, offering practical advice on how to conquer them and create lasting positive change. Tune in as we delve into Wally Bressler's captivating narrative, exploring the depths of trauma, resilience, and the power of compassionate guidance. This episode will leave you inspired, motivated, and armed with the tools to transform your own life and break free from the habits that hold you back. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery with Wally Bressler as your guide.

The Salience Podcast
Episode 10: Nina Bressler

The Salience Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 37:31


On This episode of the  Salience Podcast, we explore the relationships between culture and change and the importance of curiosity. We speak with our good friend Nina Bressler, Global Head of Societal Learning at Novartis. Nina leads an aspirational program to help Novartis achieve their vision of Reimagining Medicine. Nina's focus is to deliver sustainable learning outside the company, by supporting key partners and networks to build skills that strengthen the healthcare system and improve health outcomes. At the heart of her work is a purpose to help people thrive. She believes that curiosity unleashes people, teams, organisations, and their potential. Nina has honed her ability to navigate complexity through leading transformation. She evolved her focus from processes to people, from systems to culture, and from solving for the complicated through controls to being comfortable with the ambiguity of complexity, and even thriving in emergent and transformative environments that challenge her creativity and call upon her to bring her most innovative self to the solution.For more information about The Salience Podcast and Frontline Mind please visit our website at https://www.frontlinemind.com/the-salience-podcast/ You can also sign up for our newsletter here https://frontlinemind.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ff181d12c77d7cea5f19a2c48&id=fd7357f614

PeaceCast
#279: Shikma Bressler, a Leader of Israel's Pro-Democracy Protest Movement

PeaceCast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 52:42


This episode is a recording of a May 3rd 2023 APN webinar with Dr. Shikma Bressler, one of the chief leaders of Israel's protest movement. 

Evolvepreneur®  (After Hours)
EPS04:46 [Wally Bressler] ​​​​​​​How to Escape from the Prison in Your Business

Evolvepreneur® (After Hours)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 28:44


Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Mechelle McDonald Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Wally Bressler ... Wally Bressler is a best-selling author, speaker, and coach with more than 40,000 live coaching calls, trainings and presentations to salespeople and entrepreneurs across the United States and Canada. Special guest expert appearance on overcoming sales call reluctance on "Times Square Today", which was seen on ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX. Nominated to the "Success" Magazine 125: 125 People in Real Estate That Get Results.

The Good Mood Show
Radical Self-Acceptance with Wally Bressler

The Good Mood Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 39:28


Wally Bressler hit rock bottom and ended up in federal prison. He was honest enough to own up to the pain and lack of self-acceptance that got him there, and this was ultimately his path to freedom and happiness.  In this episode, Wally teaches how to eliminate the victim mentality, which he describes as the root of our suffering. Stick around as Wally shares an exercise to help you pull up the roots of any unhappiness – with just a single note card. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation:  What is radical acceptance? The importance of being transparent with yourself The four quadrants of the Johari window Isolation versus common humanity How to get feedback from others Finding gratitude in recovery The power of unconditional love [03:27] What is Radical Acceptance? You may have made a lot of decisions you're not proud of, and as you go through those moments where you're experiencing pain, at some point, you'll have to accept it and take responsibility for it. You have to be willing enough to be transparent with yourself and other people. You've got to be willing enough to be transparent with yourself, and as you accept your feelings, and they become apparent, you can then start working on them.  [21:28] The Power of Self-Compassion Self-compassion means giving yourself the same compassion you would offer to somebody else. In Kristin Neff's book, Self-Compassion, she cites the three elements of self-compassion, one of them is common humanity. The reason we isolate ourselves is because of shame. But once you learn to engage in common humanity and you start talking to people who have gone through what you've gone through, with similar emotions of shame and guilt, that can be so freeing. Then you realize you're not the only one going through that. [29:44] The Power of Unconditional Love The reason that unconditional love is the highest form of happiness and peace is that it's rooted in acceptance. Unconditional love means you accept somebody exactly as they are where they're staying with nothing to change. If you don't accept somebody for who they are, then there's no reason to keep them in your life. But if you're going to have a happy, peaceful, loving relationship with yourself and somebody else, and you want to get unconditional love, that means you accept all their goodness and faults. Notable quotes: [03:39] Where a lot of that pain comes from... is not accepting it and not owning it. [03:45] [21:28] Self-compassion is basically you giving yourself the same compassion you would offer to somebody else.  [21:33] [29:44] The reason that unconditional love is the highest form of happiness and peace is… it's rooted in acceptance. [29:49] Resources Mentioned:  Trigger Sales System Tragic Hero by Wally Bressler Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff Download this week's free resource instantly when you sign up for The Good Mood Show newsletter here!  Or, reach out on our contact page at GoodMoodShow.com/Contact and we will email you a copy of any free resource you request. About the Guest  Wally Bressler is a coach, speaker, and founder of the Trigger Sales System. Wally is also the author of the book, Tragic Hero, which emphasizes the importance of dismantling the victim mentality.

Frame of Mind Coaching Podcast
The Journey of 1000 miles with Wally Bressler

Frame of Mind Coaching Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 44:24


They say that the journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step, but they always neglect to tell you how many twists and turns will happen along the way. In today's episode of the FOM Coaching™ Podcast, we are absolutely elated and excited to welcome Wally Bressler to the show. In this episode, he shares his journey through addiction, abuse and prison and how it led him to becoming the amazing person and the amazing coach that he is today.Tragic Hero by Wally Bressler: https://www.amazon.com/Tragic-Hero-Wally-Bressler/dp/1736988190

The Times of Israel Daily Briefing
Recusal law passes just before 'day of paralysis' dawns

The Times of Israel Daily Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 18:53


Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 15-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world, from Sunday through Thursday. Political correspondent Tal Schneider and Knesset correspondent Carrie Keller-Lynn join host Amanda Borschel-Dan in today's episode. Early Thursday morning, the Knesset passed into law a bill that would protect Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from a potential future court order to recuse himself, in a final vote of 61 Knesset members in favor and 47 against. Keller-Lynn sets the scene. Earlier this week, the Knesset passed a repeal of part of the 2005 Disengagement Law. Schneider discusses the blowback from the United States and Israel's Abraham Accord partners ahead of tonight's start of Ramadan. Keller-Lynn reported yesterday that a "grinning" Minister Itamar Ben Gvir was enveloped by 20 opposition members when he stepped down from the podium in “a chaotic spectacle even by the Knesset's often indecorous standards.” What was so objectionable about his speech? We hear about the many bills that are on deck for next week, including judicial overhaul legislation -- and initial discussions on the budget. And finally, we hear about Schneider's interview with one of the grassroots protest leaders, Shikma Bressler that she wrote for our Hebrew sister site Zman Yisrael. Shortly after recording today's Daily Briefing episode, Bressler was detained by police while protesting on Israel's Route 4 highway. (To hear more about -- and from -- internationally recognized physicist Bressler, check out this week's What Matters Now podcast, which is released every Friday.) Discussed articles include: Knesset passes law shielding Netanyahu from court-ordered recusal 61-47 Israeli envoy called to US State Department in protest of Disengagement Law's repeal PM's failure to secure calm on home front hastens inevitable breakdown in US ties MKs confront Ben Gvir with cries of ‘shame' as bill to monitor abusers voted down Anti-overhaul protesters block roads, rally at MKs' homes in ‘day of paralysis' Knesset panel to resume vote on reservations to judicial appointments bill on Sunday Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on iTunes, Spotify, PlayerFM, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. Image: A convoy of motorcycles with Israeli flags as part of a protest against the planned judicial overhaul, in Herzliya, on March 23, 2023. (Yossi Aloni/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Times of Israel Podcasts
What Matters Now to arrested activist Shikma Bressler: 'Saving Israel'

The Times of Israel Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 41:06


Welcome to What Matters Now, a new weekly podcast exploration into one key issue shaping Israel and the Jewish World — right now. On Thursday, Israelis watched as Shikma Bressler, a world-renowned physicist, was arrested during the nationwide “Day of Paralysis,” a day of ramped-up civil protests against the government's judicial overhaul. Bressler, who is also one of the top leaders of the grassroots protests against the widespread changes to the judiciary, was dragged toward a police car as bystanders shouted, "shame, shame, shame." Following Bressler's short detainment, social media lit up with the news and, among other responses, Labor leader MK Merav Michaeli tweeted, “In a normal country Shikma Bressler would be given the Israel Prize.” I met with Bressler, 42, at her Weizman Institute office in Rehovot on Wednesday this week to hear how the scientist, a co-founder of the Black Flags protest movement and head of a collaborative project with CERN, originally activated her activist gene. We hear what she sees as the next steps in stepping up civil disobedience, even as she believes we're already in a form of a civil war. With her mild, almost professorial manner, she explained that Israel is quickly nearing the point of no return. That things are much worse than most international observers can imagine. During our lengthy conversation, Bressler also laughingly told me that three years ago in her initial protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, she coined the chant “De-mo-crat-ya.” This week, we ask Dr. Shikma Bressler, What Matters Now? IMAGE: Physicist Dr. Shikma Bressler, co-founder of the Black Flag protest movement. (Eldad Rafaeli, Photoactive)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyond The Strange
BeyondTheStrange: Clown World Continues 2023

Beyond The Strange

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 120:19


Train derailments in Ohio? Toxic waste released into our atmosphere? Chemtrails appearing in the sky again? These topics and more discussed by myself, BlackSky UFO paranormal investigator & co-host of the show Russ Bailey also joined by Shifthappens, G.G. Bressler and The Obelisk host Jerry 'Cthulhu', current events , call-ins to the show and more. Stay Strange! Please like and subscribe to the new BTS Rumble channel to get away from YT. Much appreciate it and thank you. Visit beyondthestrange.com for info about host, guest, topics, merch and more. Stay Strange!

Know Your Shit with Josh Cadillac
34: Make Peace and Make a Plan w/Wally Bressler

Know Your Shit with Josh Cadillac

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 48:25


Wally Bressler helps sales professionals who are feeling stagnant and unsuccessful in their field uncover and conquer their destructive hidden identities so they can generate consistent business and income for themselves. Following a massively successful run as a real estate agent/broker, Wally started coaching and training agents and teams, including industry titans like Jay Kinder and Michael Reese, and then worked with them to help grow their coaching organization to generate more than $5 million in annual recurring revenue. With a combination of hard skills and analytical emotional inventory, Wally helps people master sales by identifying the biggest triggers that cause their sales reluctance and transforming them into positive habits that promote professional and financial growth. In this episode, Josh and Wally talk addressing your fears, being intentional and making a plan for where you want to go.

The Investor Mindset - Real Estate Show
E347: Overcoming Fear and Confronting your Shortcomings - Wally Bressler

The Investor Mindset - Real Estate Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 38:44


 Key Takeaways1. build confidence and overcome the fear of rejection in sales calls2. how to create a solid retirement plan that aligns with your personal and financial goals3. importance of ensuring that your wealth is preserved for future generations4. identify your weaknesses and turn them into strengths, in your personal and professional life.5. Overcoming trauma and moving forward in life Show Notes Summary Resources MentionedInterested in connecting with other like-minded individuals? Then join our VonFinch Private CapitalNetwork. Learn more at http://www.vonfinch.com/invest.About our Guest:Wally Bressler is a renowned financial advisor, business coach, and private equity expert withover 40 years of experience in the finance industry. Wally is a respected business coach andmentor, having helped numerous entrepreneurs and executives navigate the complexities ofbuilding and growing successful businesses. He is known for his practical approach to investingand his commitment to helping salespeople find their bottleneck and move past whatever isslowing them down, usually an event from childhood. CTAsAre you looking for High-Performance Business & Mindset Coaching? Schedule a call now and see howwe can be of service to you. http://www.investormindset.com/discoverEstablish your relationship with VonFinch now for exclusive invite-only opportunities. Schedule anintroductory call now at http://www.vonfinch.com/call.Download your free strategy guide, The Passive Investor Playbook athttp://www.vonfinch.com/playbookAre you looking for High-Performance Business & Mindset Coaching? Schedule a call now and see howwe can be of service to you. http://www.investormindset.com/discoverInvesting to Hedge Against Inflation - Free online training at https://investormindset.com/start

Luxury Listing Specialist - Dominate High End Listings In Any Market
Resurfacing after Hitting Rock Bottom with Wally Bressler

Luxury Listing Specialist - Dominate High End Listings In Any Market

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 59:43


Have you ever hit rock bottom? Or feel like everything is working against you? All you want to do is throw in the towel. Listen to this episode. Wally Bressler is with me and shares some great tips to help you resurface. Growing up, Wally did not have a fantastic childhood. This affected his adult life and contributed to his rock bottom experience. Today, Wally shares his journey to rock bottom with me and how he resurfaced. He also shares some practical tips that we can borrow to help us avoid hitting rock bottom and for those that are at their lowest to surface again. Listen and learn. "It doesn't matter how you got here, it's not your fault, but it's your responsibility to take care of it." - Wally Bressler Three Things You'll Learn from this Episode Your upbringing contributes a lot to the adult you become: Parents should strive to raise their children to become great adults, not great children. Rock bottom is not the end. It could be the beginning of a significant turning point in your life. You need to know what your true “why” is to be focused enough. Guest Bio: Wally is an author, coach, speaker, and phone sales expert helping entrepreneurs build top businesses. Connect with Wally Bressler: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wally-bressler-8a4682a4/  Website: https://www.phonesalessecrets.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhoneSalesSecrets/    Connect with Michael Lafido: (888) 930-8510 www.LuxuryFridays.com TikTok: @LuxurySpecialist Instagram: @LuxuryListingSpecialist YouTube: @MarketingLuxuryGroup    

Sales & Cigars
Sales and Cigars Episode 89 Wally Bressler “Tragic Hero”

Sales & Cigars

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 143:01


Sales and Cigars Episode 89 Wally Bressler “Tragic Hero” Walter sits down with Phone Sales Expert, Coach, Speaker, and Author of the Book Tragic Hero, Wally Bressler. Walter and Wally talk about call reluctance and why salespeople have it, they also dive into the topic of self-sabotage, the reasons we self-sabotage and the things that can be done to fix it. Wally has a very compelling story, it's inspirational, it gets very personal and it's one of the most powerful and emotional episodes of Sales and Cigars to date. This podcast was started to have fun have interesting conversations with people and to help people overcome things in sales and this episode is a prime example of that. Go grab a cigar, grab a cocktail and strap in for a powerful episode Sales and Cigars. Get your copy of Walter Crosbys new Book:  “The 7 Critical Mistakes CEOs Make With Their Sales Organization That Stop The Company From Scaling” https://www.amazon.com/Critical-Mistakes-Their-Sales-Organization/dp/B0BLFYMGS6 Connect with Wally Bressler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wally-bressler-8a4682a4/ www.phonesalessecrets.com wally@phonesalessecrets.com  Connect with Walter Crosby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walterlcrosby/ https://calendly.com/walter-helix/15-minute-virtual-cup-of-coffee https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/ https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/podcast/ walter@HelixSalesDevelopment.com

Haaretz Weekly
‘Democracies can become tyrannies': Why Alan Dershowitz fears Netanyahu's judicial overhaul

Haaretz Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 27:31


Legal scholar Alan Dershowitz has been a friend and adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin for decades. But when it comes to Netanyahu's plan to significantly weaken the Israeli Supreme Court, Dershowitz has a sharp warning for the prime minister. The move would be a “terrible mistake” and Netanyahu is “wrong” to push it through, Dershowitz tells hosts Amir Tibon and Allison Kaplan Sommer on Haaretz Weekly. Dershowitz warns that an ‘override clause' giving the government the power to cancel Supreme Court decisions that protect human rights would be extremely harmful to Israel, and that giving politicians ultimate control over judicial appointments is just as bad, even if some Israelis point to the United States (“why copy from us something that's been a disaster over here?”). Later on the podcast, starting at time code 18:25, we hear from Dr. Shikma Bressler – a physicist and one of the leaders of the protest movement against Netanyahu's judicial overhaul. Bressler, who was also involved in the demonstrations that brought down Netanyahu's previous government, explains why this time, just protesting in the streets won't be enough. “We have to be a lot more creative, and much more aggressive,” she says.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emerging Litigation Podcast
Under Pressure: Courts and Lawyers Trying to Deal With It with Diana Manning

Emerging Litigation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2023 30:53


The pressure on trial lawyers, judges, plaintiffs, defendants, and court systems is only increasing. Take New Jersey as an example, where the backlog of cases nearly quadrupled in a year between February 2020 and 2021, the first year of the pandemic, according to NJ Spotlight News (NJSN). The state is also facing a historic shortage of jurists, “leading to overworked judges, huge case backlogs and nearly 7,000 defendants in jail without bail, some 500 of them for more than two years despite a law that essentially requires a trial within two years for anyone detained,” NJSN reported. One court official told the state Assembly Budget Committee about the impact the pandemic had on the court system. “Buildings were closed to most in-person trials for more than a year, although other proceedings continued virtually. The business closures and high unemployment led to a housing crisis that resulted in more than 46,000 pending cases that involve landlord-tenant issues,” NJSN reported. “But with all courts open and staff back to work in person, it is impossible to eliminate the backlog of cases with so many open judge seats.” The problem is attributed to the state Senate, where the process is mired, even though the governor is making appointments.According to the National Counsel for State Courts, backlogs at one third of U.S. courts increased by 5%.  It would have been worse had courts not held virtual hearings. Using the Court Statistic Project database, the numbers reveal in stark terms the impact the pandemic had in the year it came to America. Dispositions dropped from 43M in 2019 to 28M in 2020. Bench trials fell from 3M in 2019 to under 2M in 2020. Jury trials plummeted from 49K in 2019 to less than 19K in 2020. The Washington Post reported that the Pennsylvania Supreme Court declared a judicial emergency and extended deadlines. Virginia's Supreme Court suspended nonessential proceedings. The Iowa Supreme Court pushed back criminal trials and the Alabama's Supreme Court suspended in-person proceedings. New Jersey Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner warned that the judicial shortage “comes with a price.” Listen to my interview with Diana C. Manning, Managing Principal, Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C., for the fallout from the judicial shortage and swelling case backlogs, and what needs to be done to dig out. An experienced and award winning complex commercial litigator, Diana is co-chair of the firm's business and commercial litigation practice group. She received her J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law.  This podcast is the audio companion to the Journal on Emerging Issues in Litigation. The Journal is a collaborative project between HB Litigation Conferences and the Fastcase legal research family, which includes Full Court Press, Law Street Media, and Docket Alarm. The podcast itself is a joint effort between HB and our friends at Law Street Media. If you have comments or wish to participate in one our projects please drop me a note at Editor@LitigationConferences.com.Tom HagyLitigation Enthusiast andHost of the Emerging Litigation PodcastHome PageLinkedIn

Official Get Your Geek On
No Promised Land - Interview with Director Colin Bressler

Official Get Your Geek On

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 20:39


Welcome to GYGO!!! Today we have a special interview with the director of a new movie called No Promised Land!!Colin Bressler sat with us and went over his new movie, and gives a sneak peak into what make Colin tick :).You can get tickets to the premier on 01/15/2023 with the link below and remember to stay for the QA after the film!#interview #sanantonio  #film https://www.eventbrite.com/e/no-promised-land-film-screening-tickets-492715163317?fbclid=IwAR0dzu7tQ9dKyunPFevswQstsJnYipWbK1jXVdgz3pBROjKItZWl-TGaxec

True Ambition
Episode 39: Jason Bressler, EVP/CTO United Wholesale Mortgage

True Ambition

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022


The First Six Notes with Classroom Composers
8. Playing the Oboe with Brenda Bressler

The First Six Notes with Classroom Composers

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2022 38:35


Do you have questions about the oboe and how to best teach your oboe students? Our guest, Brenda Bressler, is a music educator and oboist and she is joining us today to talk all things oboe.Brenda has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the oboe and is sharing this knowledge with us! She is sharing some insight into when to start students on oboe, what types of reeds and oboes she recommends, how to start with beginning players, information about making reeds, and more!https://classroomcomposers.com/episode-8-playing-the-oboe-with-brenda-bressler/www.classroomcomposers.comwww.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Classroom-Composers

The Nonlinear Library
EA - The deathprint of replacing beef by chicken and insect meat by Stijn

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 16:01


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: The deathprint of replacing beef by chicken and insect meat, published by Stijn on November 30, 2022 on The Effective Altruism Forum. Animal-based meat production is a large contributor to climate change. Especially beef has a high a carbon footprint, measured in terms of kilogram CO2-equivalents per kilogram of meat. Switching from beef to chicken meat or insect meat lowers greenhouse gas emissions and hence decreases future climate change damages. But chicken meat has a much higher moral footprint (Saja, 2013) or welfare footprint (welfarefootprint.org) than beef. Chickens experience more intense suffering and more hours of suffering for one kilogram of meat, compared to beef cows. This article shows that the increase in moral footprint when switching from beef to chicken meat or insect meat is likely to be worse than the decrease in carbon footprint. To compare these footprint changes, all the footprints are expressed in terms of the deathprint: the number of humans dying prematurely from climate change and the number of animals killed (slaughtered) in animal farming, for the production of one unit of meat. The deathprint of climate change A recent study (Bressler, 2021) estimated the net number of humans dying prematurely from temperature changes (especially heat waves) due to climate change, before the year 2100. An extra emission of 4000 ton CO2, emitted today, results in one extra human death due to climate change, in the business as usual scenario where everyone else does not take measures to reduce their emissions. Hence, 0,00000025 humans will be killed this century by emitting one extra kilogram of CO2. I use this number of deaths for the calculations below, although this number is both an underestimation and overestimation of the total human deaths due to climate change. It is an underestimation, because it does not include deaths from e.g. famines, wars, infectious diseases, floods and other risks that are increased by climate change. On the other hand, this number is an overestimation in the sense that climate change adaptation measures and CO2 emission reduction measures are likely to be taken. If poor countries develop and become richer, people in those countries can take more adaptive measures such as installing air conditioning, which lowers the mortality rate from extreme temperatures. And if global CO2 emissions are reduced, the impact of an extra unit of CO2 emissions (i.e. the marginal mortality rate) reduces as well (due to the non-linear relationship between amount of CO2 in the atmosphere and climate damages).[i] The deathprint of meat The table below shows the amount of meat produced by one animal, and the carbon footprints of meat products. These footprints measure the greenhouse gas emissions, in terms of CO2-equivalents, including all life cycle emissions as well as land use change emissions from e.g. deforestation, for the production of one kilogram of meat. The values of beef, pork and chicken are taken from Pieper e.a. (2020), which applies to Germany. The carbon footprint of insect meat is assumed to be lower than the footprint of chicken meat but slightly higher than the footprint of plant-based protein. The chosen value is a preliminary estimate of cricket meat, taken from Blonk e.a. (2008). It requires roughly 10.000 crickets for the production of one kilogram of cricket protein powder. kg meat per animal consumedanimals killed per kg meatkg CO2 per kg meatbeefporkchicken meatinsect meat 300 0,003 37 100 0,010 10 1,5 0,667 16 0,0001 10.000 2 With these values, we can calculate the human and animal deathprints of meat, i.e. how many humans will die from climate change and how many animals are killed (slaughtered) for the production of one kilogram of meat. This animal deathprint of meat only includes the animals that will be consume...

Think Bigger Real Estate
Overcoming Call Reluctance | Wally Bressler

Think Bigger Real Estate

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 20:57


Your fear of the phone is costing you millions. Get unstuck with Coach Wally BresslerLinks:Full episode with video, audio, timestamps and full transcription—Explore past episodes: thinkbiggerre.com/podcast/Download my international best-selling book, The Upstream Model, here: justinstoddart.com/freebookIf you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a short review on Apple Podcasts.  I love reading reviews and engaging with our community.Follow Justin:Instagram: instagram.com/justinstoddartFacebook: facebook.com/justincstoddartYouTube: youtube.com/c/justinstoddartRateThisPodcast.com/thinkbiggerOne pager for Upstream Partner Meetings (for private clients only): https://bit.ly/upstreampartnermeetings

Audio Theatre Central
ATC173: Review of King Jack from Lamplighter Theatre & Caleb Bressler Interview

Audio Theatre Central

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 81:26


Welcome to another packed episode of ATC! JD brings a bunch of audio drama tidbits to keep you informed and then JD and Roy do a deep dive into King Jack from Lamplighter Theatre. This audio drama addresses topics of anger management, bullying, humility, not seeking revenge, and more so it sparks quite a discussion. After the review, JD chats with actor Caleb Bressler, who voiced the antagonist in this Lamplighter Theatre production. Tune in to find out how Shakespeare, JD's red hair, a bully's shoes, and chocolate soda all figure into the conversation. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/173What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We'd love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770. Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/ Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.

Business Freedom Podcast Powered by Real Estate B-School
Battling Call Reluctance to Crush the Shift with Wally Bressler (Part II)

Business Freedom Podcast Powered by Real Estate B-School

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 30:24


Guest Bio Wally Bressler sold 72 homes in his first 14 months in real estate & then went on to help build a 500+ unit team. He has conducted 35,000+ 1-on-1 coaching calls, and group, and in-person training sessions. If you are struggling to generate sales, he will help you conquer call reluctance & self-sabotage. If you want to continue the conversation, here's what you can do to get started today: 1. Subscribe to Real Estate Team Builders Podcast (https://bit.ly/2W9Cc3r) Learn real-world solutions to the challenges we face as entrepreneurs navigating the changing landscape in the real estate industry. 2. Join our Private Community on Facebook (https://bit.ly/3i1FG0q) Network with growth-oriented real estate agents and team leaders who are ready to make the shift from agent to the business owner just like you. 3. Learn more about our NEW Graduate Program (https://bit.ly/3iJoETN) Impact-driven coaching, training, and implementation support to help you scale your business while working fewer hours. No risk. 100% results guaranteed! 4. Partner with Real Estate B-School at eXp Realty (https://bit.ly/3x2zoC7) Scale your business, expand your wealth and build massive residual income by partnering with REBS and eXp Realty. Connect with us on Social Media https://web.facebook.com/RealEstateBSchool/ https://www.instagram.com/realestate.b.school/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQb9X4jfexgj83_ms2WRZ7g https://www.linkedin.com/company/real-estate-b-school/ https://twitter.com/RealEstateBSch1

Business Freedom Podcast Powered by Real Estate B-School
Battling Call Reluctance to Crush the Shift with Wally Bressler (Part I)

Business Freedom Podcast Powered by Real Estate B-School

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 34:12


Guest Bio Wally Bressler sold 72 homes in his first 14 months in real estate & then went on to help build a 500+ unit team. He has conducted 35,000+ 1-on-1 coaching calls, and group, and in-person training sessions. If you are struggling to generate sales, he will help you conquer call reluctance & self-sabotage. If you want to continue the conversation, here's what you can do to get started today: 1. Subscribe to Real Estate Team Builders Podcast (https://bit.ly/2W9Cc3r) Learn real-world solutions to the challenges we face as entrepreneurs navigating the changing landscape in the real estate industry. 2. Join our Private Community on Facebook (https://bit.ly/3i1FG0q) Network with growth-oriented real estate agents and team leaders who are ready to make the shift from agent to the business owner just like you. 3. Learn more about our NEW Graduate Program (https://bit.ly/3iJoETN) Impact-driven coaching, training, and implementation support to help you scale your business while working fewer hours. No risk. 100% results guaranteed! 4. Partner with Real Estate B-School at eXp Realty (https://bit.ly/3x2zoC7) Scale your business, expand your wealth and build massive residual income by partnering with REBS and eXp Realty. Connect with us on Social Media https://web.facebook.com/RealEstateBSchool/ https://www.instagram.com/realestate.b.school/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQb9X4jfexgj83_ms2WRZ7g https://www.linkedin.com/company/real-estate-b-school/ https://twitter.com/RealEstateBSch1

Coach Code Podcast
#195 Coach Code Podcast with Wally Bressler

Coach Code Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 47:17


What are your targets for Q4 and entering 2023? In today's episode of the coach code podcast, John and Wally share powerful insights on important things that impact the remaining months of the year with the right mindset, focus, and action plan. You'll learn several strategies for doing negotiations effectively as Wally provides techniques that can help you close deals smoothly. This includes asking the right questions when dealing with objections and putting in the effort. In today's market, putting effort is one of the key elements that will help breed skills. You have to have the mindset that outworks everyone in your field. This will help you to accelerate your business goals. Wally firmly believes that in all the effort that you're doing, there is a code to doing business with the people in the marketplace. You have to establish yourself as an expert in the field and have a deep understanding of everything to be able to add value to the people you are dealing with.  John emphasizes visibility. The struggle of agents currently is not being clear with their numbers, targets, and metrics that are crucial in how to handle your business like a business. As a leader or agent, you have to know where you need to improve, and this only works if you track your numbers. You'll go back to the things that work and don't work. Giving you transparency and clarity on where you are right now in business and in life.  John and Wally give out their strategy for being in the right headspace, keeping their stress level low, and being able to focus and have the right mindset. You'll get an amazing perspective on activities that will help, such as mindful meditation, journaling, and affirmations. This will help your brain be intentional in whatever you're doing at the present moment. Don't forget to check out Wally's book which talks about being at rock bottom and how he was able to transform his business and life!     Show Notes 1:08 John Received an EXP Award John Kitchens received an EXP award from the Success Summit for his appearance in Times Square.    2:36 Traditional Negotiation Strategy Wally shares a story about a documentary of a negotiator who worked for the NY Police, FBI, and US Government overseas. He talked about traditional strategies that you can use to negotiate your Real Estate deals.   5:07 Code To Doing Business Wally shares his insight about the things we need to consider as we close into the last quarter of the year and move on to 2023. You have to take into consideration of your strategy by doing the right things in the right order. He firmly believes that there's a code to doing business with people in the market. You have to establish yourself as an expert in the field and have a deep understanding of everything about the market to be able to give good advice to people.    7:58 Qualified and Ready Start going deep into conversations that you have with your clients. This helps you understand their goals and ensure that you are compatible with them.    8:16 Ask Questions When dealing with objections, always ask questions. You've got to do more than you did before getting where you want to be by asking the right questions.   13:48 Visibility There are real estate agents who are not clear with their metrics, targets, and numbers. Visibility is one of the most important things in business. Wally shares his strategy for having clarity in implementing plans that provide visibility in his business.   17:08 Know Where You Need Improvement Having people track their numbers will give you insight not only into the things that are achieved but also into what's working and not working. This gives you transparency on every aspect of your business.   21:34 Put In The Effort John and Wally talk about how effort is one of the key components in today's market. Are you putting in the effort? Are you meeting the standard? Have a mindset that outworks everyone in your industry by putting in the effort. In the words of Wally, he said that effort breeds skills.    27:48 Leading To Conversations You have to choose the activities that work. Be intentional in what you're doing, and with the help of marketing and branding, this can lead your business to grow. Always ask yourself as an agent if the activity you're doing will drive you to a conversation with your client.    31:56 What Chapter Are You On? John provided a profound explanation of the gap and the gain concept. You look at different chapters of another person who is already successful in the business. However, they were in the game for decades, and the effort and work they put in for the longest time from the time they started is different from where you are starting right now.   34:25 Building Momentum John observed that in the last couple of years, people have formed bad habits and are being rewarded for their bad behavior. This is where reluctance kicks in. Wally gave a sensible way to build momentum and help strengthen yourself to move barriers. He touched on the topic of how awareness is a powerful tool in making the changes you need to make.   38:38 Mindful Meditation Wally and John share how they get in the right headspace to be able to focus and have the right mindset. Having mindful meditation, affirmations, and journaling can train your brain to not let destructive, negative, and disempowering emotions come in. Your brain will work according to how you set them daily.    42:50 About Wally's Book Wally opens up about his book being relatable to people who have been in the same situation as him. He inspires people with the changes he made in his life, and how he transformed from rock bottom to where he is now. He believes that once you tell your story; you take the power of your painful past out. He empowers people to acknowledge situations that happened to them to move forward.

The Nonlinear Library
EA - Longterm cost-effectiveness of Founders Pledge's Climate Change Fund by Vasco Grilo

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 14:54


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Longterm cost-effectiveness of Founders Pledge's Climate Change Fund, published by Vasco Grilo on September 14, 2022 on The Effective Altruism Forum. Summary This analysis estimates the cost-effectiveness of reducing existential risk via the Climate Change Fund (CCF) of Founders Pledge (FP) (see Methodology). The results were obtained with this Colab, and the key ones are summarised in the table below (for more, see Results and Discussion). Comments about how to interpret them are welcome. The cost-effectiveness bar for reducing existential risk (8 kt/$) is estimated to be 3 times as high as (an overestimate for?) the cost-effectiveness of CCF (2 kt/$) (see Discussion). This suggests the best interventions to fight climate change are not amongst the most effective ways of reducing existential risk. ResultMeanExistential risk due to climate change (bp)1.00Cumulative GHG emissions between 2020 and 2100 (Tt)3.76Existential risk reduction caused by removing GHG emissions (bp/Tt)0.273Cost-effectiveness of removing GHG emissions via CCF (t/$)2.34 kCost-effectiveness of CCF (bp/G$)0.640Cost-effectiveness bar for reducing existentiat risk (bp/G$)2.17Cost-effectiveness bar for removing GHG emissions (t/$)7.94 k Acknowledgements Thanks to Alexey Turchin, Anonymous, David Denkenberger, Johannes Ackva, Luke Kemp, and Nuño Sempere. Introduction Removing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions decreases heat-related deaths: Bressler 2021 estimated the 2020 mortality cost of carbon to be 2.2610^-4 life/t. However, most of the benefits of reducing GHG emissions respect the decrease in existential risk due to climate change. This analysis estimates the existential risk reduction caused by removing GHG emissions, and the cost-effectiveness of CCF, which is compared with an estimate for the cost-effectiveness bar for reducing existential risk. Nonetheless, it should be noted that, according to this comment from Johannes Ackva: The goal of the Climate [Change] Fund is to optimize spending that is not cause-neutral, to have as big as possible a positive impact given constraints, it is not intended or marketed as "the top bet on reducing existential risk" and we are careful to not crowd in resources that would otherwise go to areas we think of as higher marginal priority. I encourage the readers to check this comment from Matt Lerner, FP's research director, to better understand FP's mission: To be absolutely clear, FP's goal is to do the maximum possible amount of good, and to do so in a cause-neutral way. Methodology The (marginal) cost-effectiveness of CCF was estimated from the product between: The existential risk reduction caused by removing GHG emissions, which was estimated from the ratio between: The existential risk due to climate change. The cumulative GHG emissions between 2020 and 2100 assuming current climate policies. The cost-effectiveness of removing GHG emissions via CCF, which was estimated from: The reciprocal of the cost to remove GHG emissions via CCF. The assumption regarding the cumulative GHG emissions is consistent with the current Metaculus' cummunity prediction of 2.6 ºC for how much greater (in ˚C) will the average global temperature in 2100 be than the average global temperature in 1880. According to the Climate Action Tracker (CAT), current climate policies are predicted to result in a global warming between 2.5 ºC and 2.9 ºC (interval which contains 2.6 ºC). The modelling of the cumulative GHG emissions would ideally consider more scenarios. Existential risk due to climate change The existential risk due to climate change was modelled as a beta distribution with: Mean equal to 0.01 %, which was determined from the geometric mean between: The 0.1 % guessed by Toby Ord in The Precipice for the next 100 years (2021 to 2120). The upper bound of 0.01 % guessed by 80,000 ...

Make Believe Ballroom
Make Believe Ballroom - 9/5/22 Edition

Make Believe Ballroom

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 58:04


On this week's edition of the Make Believe Ballroom, the history of a swing era classics name, a famous record club selection, some great music surrounding two listeners' emails, and a host of some of the great tunes of the 1930s and 1940s.

The Passle Podcast - CMO Series
Episode 57 - Shanon Lazarus of Bressler, Amery & Ross on transforming the firm's approach to BD from the ground up

The Passle Podcast - CMO Series

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 19:18


As functions, marketing and business development are maturing in the legal industry. Firms have come to rely on these functions to deliver advantage and provide direction for growth. That maturing did not happen overnight, nor did it happen without the hard work and expertise of dedicated marketing and business development professionals. Ed Lovatt is delighted to welcome Shanon Lazarus, Director of Marketing & Business Development at Bressler, Amery & Ross, to the CMO Series to discuss her journey at the firm. Ed and Shanon cover: How Shanon came to the role at Bressler, Amery & Ross and how the business development team functioned at the beginning of her journey The gap between the current state of the firm's marketing & BD function at the beginning to where it is now and how Shanon closed that gap The actions and resources that were crucial to those efforts in the early days The point when things began to  move in the right direction How to get support from the wider firm Where Shanon and the team are headed next Advice for those trying to move towards a more modern, effective marketing and business development function

Make Believe Ballroom
Make Believe Ballroom - 8/15/22 Edition

Make Believe Ballroom

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2022 58:04


Join us for this week's edition of Make Believe Ballroom where we take a close look at a gentleman who had absolutely nothing to do with the music industry, a beloved song with two possible origins, a songwriters lament about the initial tempo of his song, plus a treasure trove of more great records and stories from the big band era.

Coach Code Podcast
#113 Coach Code Podcast Episode 18 with Wally Bressler

Coach Code Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 51:52


What does it take to unlock the best version of yourself?   What does it take to level up your coaching skills?   Hear it from the experts of the industry and be ready to transform your business and transform your life.   Join us for this week's episode of the Coach Code Podcast with Wally Bressler as we talk about life, business, and whatever else we dive into.  Wally graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, NY in 1990 with a B.A.  in English. He started working in the mutual fund industry in customer service and worked his way to the sales desk. Three years later, at age 30, he left his job to become a real estate agent. During his first 14 months, he sold 2 houses and fell in love with the business. He was later promoted to Sales Manager, Trainer/Coach, and Associate Broker.    In 2006, he started coaching real estate agents full-time. He conducted more than 25,000 live training sessions, group phone training sessions, and one-on-one coaching calls. In addition to that, he is a self-trained direct-response copywriter with more than 26 years of experience.    Drawing on his experience in working with small business owners and salespeople, in 2021 he created Phone Sales Secrets, a company that helps salespeople overcome Sales Call Reluctance and procrastination so they can create the businesses and lives they have always dreamed of. He currently lives in McKinney, TX with his two dogs, Camey and Greta, and has four children, Mary Frances, Emma, Alex, and Caroline.

Jewelry Journey Podcast
Episode 157: How an Antique Jewelry Dealer Chooses His Pieces

Jewelry Journey Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 30:41


What you'll learn in this episode: Why people collect jewelry even if they have no intention of wearing it How understanding the historical context of a piece of antique jewelry can increase your enjoyment of it Why if you only invest in one vintage piece, it should showcase the quintessential style of the period Why interest in estate jewelry has skyrocketed How to choose a reputable dealer About Ron Kawitzky Ronald Kawitzky, with his late wife, Sherry Kawitzky, is the founder of estate jewelry firm DK Bressler. The young husband and wife team began their treasure hunts searching for the very finest jewels and rare collectible objects at markets and fairs across the country, and later expanded their travels around the world — throughout Europe and the far edges of the globe, including Ronald's native South Africa. The two developed a defining style and built a collection of brilliant jewelry spanning a broad array of stylistic periods from antiquity to the 21st century. This collection evolved into the DK Bressler brand, named after Ronald's mother, Doreen Kawitzky, and Sherry's mother, Selma Bressler. Together the couple set up shop in New York City's Diamond District in 1990, while continuing to scour the globe for unique treasures to bring back home. While Sherry passed away in 2001, Ronald continues their legacy, finding the very best jewels and gemstones that fit their shared style. Additional Resources: DK Bressler's Website DK Bressler's Instagram Photos:   Ron Kawitzky didn't set out to become a jewelry dealer, but like many collectors, once he started buying antique and estate jewelry, he couldn't stop. His passion for jewelry (and the history behind it) led him to found the estate jewelry firm DK Bressler with his wife, Sherry. He joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast to talk about what qualities collectors should look for when purchasing antique jewelry; how to choose a reputable dealer; and why you should always buy jewelry that excites you. Read the episode transcript here. Sharon: Hello, everyone. Welcome to the Jewelry Journey Podcast. Here at the Jewelry Journey, we're about all things jewelry. With that in mind, I wanted to let you know about an upcoming jewelry conference, which is “Beyond Boundaries: Jewelry of the Americas.” It's sponsored by the Association for the Study of Jewelry and Related Arts, or, as it's otherwise known, ASJRA. The conference takes place virtually on Saturday and Sunday May 21 and May 22, which is around the corner. For details on the program and the speakers, go to www.jewelryconference.com. Non-members are welcome. I have to say that I attended this conference in person for several years, and it's one of my favorite conferences. It's a real treat to be able to sit in your pajamas or in comfies in your living room and listen to some extraordinary speakers. So, check it out. Register at www.jewelryconference.com. See you there. Today, my guest is Ron Kawitzky, owner and founder of the estate jewelry firm DK Bressler, which is based in New York. Ron's choices for his wares are fueled by his knowledge and his passion for history. That's pretty evident when you look at his exhibits at tradeshows and elsewhere. Today, we'll learn about Ron's own jewelry journey as well as the estate jewelry market yesterday and today. Ron, welcome to the program. Ron: Good morning, Sharon. Nice to speak to you. Sharon: It's so great to have you. Tell us about your jewelry journey. Were you creative as a child? How did you get into jewelry? Ron: I was actually creative as a child. I was an arts major at school. I dumped mathematics for artwork, which I much preferred. I won all kinds of awards for that, but I was a history buff too. Between the two, knowing about jewelry periods just seemed natural and normal to me. Sharon: How did you segue? What did your family say when you said, “I want to be a jeweler” or “I want to go into the arts”? Ron: My father said, “You can't make a living on that.” For birthdays and holidays, you got a piece of jewelry, but you couldn't make a living out of buying one or two pieces of jewelry a year. He wasn't aware of London and New York as centers for the jewelry trade and profession. He was not ecstatic about it at all, but I've been collecting and buying and trading since I was young, so it seemed quite normal and natural to me. Sharon: So, you were involved even though your bent was towards art. At the same time, you were collecting jewelry and enjoying it. Ron: Yes, very much so. I always liked collecting things. I was kind of a nerdy kid. I bought everything from paintings to silver to small jewelry when I could find them. There was no appreciation back in those days, which was diamonds or nothing. Sharon: You went into accounting, though, right? Ron: Yes, isn't that awful? It's public now, but I would normally deny that entirely. Sharon: Well, you can make a living in accounting, at least here in the States. It seems a little bit of a dichotomy to me, jewelry and accounting. Tell us, your firm is called DK Bressler. Obviously, that's not your name. How did that name come about? Ron: My last name is Kawitzky, which people can't spell. It's K-a-w-i-t-z-k-y. In order to try to avoid terminal problems and whatever else, we picked my late wife's name. My late wife's mother's name was Bressler, and my mother's name was DK. It worked out that way. Sharon: When did you establish your business? Ron: I established the business in 1990, 1989, or something like that. It's been fantastic ever since, frankly. Sharon: Along the way did you study jewelry? Did you continue to deal in jewelry when you were in the corporate world? Ron: No, I bought jewelry as gifts and presents for my wife. I always loved dealing with it and playing with it. From the age of 13 I went to London with my parents, and I remember my mother had a friend in the jewelry trade. I would sit in their apartment and open a bag, and all these colors and stones would come flying out of the bag. I was always intrigued, and I was 13 at the time. This seemed great. So the idea that I could make a living out of it when I got older was very exciting for me. Sharon: Was it always in the back of your mind as a second career if you stopped doing accounting? For me, it would be if I couldn't take it anymore. Ron: I really quit the day I graduated from accounting school. It was a seven-year master's program. I couldn't tell you one thing. The next day, I was so unmoored. I think I have a left brain, not a right brain. It went more towards style and beauty and stuff like that. Sharon: Seven years, wow! Ron: Columns of figures didn't do it for me. Sharon: So, tell us how you opened your business. Did you open the door and say, “I'm here”? Did you have inventory? How did you do that? Ron: That is one of those critical moments that your life changes. It turns on a little occurrence you don't give full credit to, but life is not a straight, linear thing. It evolves in twists and turns. At some point in my existence, in the 80s, I found myself unemployed, probably unemployable as well. It was a very difficult time, and my wife said to me, “You've talked about the jewelry business for your whole life. Maybe it's time to finally get your hands dirty and take a chance and commit.” So, we did, with a lot of help from her, of course, and it worked. Sharon: That's a good point you made, several good points, about the fact that life is not linear. I guess to some people it might be. Ron: But wouldn't that be boring? You don't know what's around the corner. Sharon: I was thinking of the description somebody once told me about their brother who had made a lot of money. He just kept rising up the corporate ranks, and they said he led an "enchanted" life. So, he had a straight line, in a sense. Ron: Yes. Sharon: Did you open your business here or in South Africa? Ron: No, I grew up in South Africa but I'd left South Africa a long time ago by then. I opened it over here. I had a rucksack. I put three or four things in a bag and paid calls on Madison Avenue and 47th Street, at the infamous 10 West 47th Street. It was the center of the whole antique estate trade. Sharon: Who are your clients today? Who do you sell to? Who buys from you? Ron: Social media is one of them. Thank God, we have a great reputation and a history that goes back since 1990, which is already a long time ago. People call us when they want things, certain styles they need to source. We put it together, or we do shows and meet new people. We do travel a lot. I travel to Europe, to England, in America as well. Sharon: During the lockdown- maybe you did travel- but how did you manage? Ron: People were very willing to buy. They were happy to buy. I kept them in contact and in touch. Collectors are collectors. There were even more collecting types because they wanted to amuse themselves when Covid was in full flow. Sharon: Ron, what do you consider a collector? There's no real answer, but I'm always curious. What do you consider a collector? Ron: It's quite amazing. If you're buying something like Louis Comfort Tiffany, in many cases, it's men who collect things. They have no intention of their wives ever wearing it, but they love the object. They love the history. They like everything about it, and they'll buy it for their collections. He has since passed on, but I had one collector who would frame the pieces I sold him and hang them up in his bedroom. He would have a wall full of the most glorious jewelry by Tiffany, by Castellani, by Giuliano, necklaces and bracelets and things, and no one would know what they were worth. It was quite amazing. He had no expectation of wearing anything; he just loved the piece and appreciated it. Sharon: How about the women who buy from you? Do you have any women collectors? Ron: Yes, very much so. Women want to wear the pieces or fantasize about wearing the pieces, so that adds another dimension to it, which is nice. Sharon: How does history influence what you choose when you're looking at another dealer's pieces, or whoever you're buying from? How does history influence what you choose? Ron: Because I was a history buff, it was so exciting to find a piece of jewelry with certain motifs or illusions to, I don't know, Queen Victoria's Jubilee in 1901 or something. it's interesting to see how people relate to these pieces. They feel part of the whole, storied past. People want to be part of a historical event. It sets you in time. It sets you in romance. It sets you in all kinds of things. Sharon: When it comes to history and historic jewels, do you have a particular time period, like ancient gems? Is there a particular time period where you start or stop? Ron: Yes. Roman cameos are wonderful, interesting to collect, but not always fully appreciated, not always fully understood. It's a very esoteric, arcane business, and it's subject to fraud and other things since you're carving with a natural stone. But if you make a study of it and you know a little bit about Greek or Roman mythology, it makes sense. Suddenly you're a part of something going back 1,000 to 1,500 years, and that's very exciting. It places you in history. Sharon: When you say that some people don't appreciate it, are you talking about people who say, “It's just another cameo,” or “I don't get it”? Ron: It's the equivalent of—and forgive me for saying this—putting the painting over the couch in the living room. It matches the color. It's there because it's beautiful, not because the green of the drapes matches the green of the carpet. Do you know what I mean? The jewelry is more important than anything else. Sharon: If someone is looking at two pieces but one has a history behind it, are you saying people will go for that? Will they say, “Oh, this one fits me better”? How does that work? Ron: How typical it is for the period? That's what you want. If you would like a piece of 1960s jewelry, it should be the quintessential piece. It should be by someone like Andrew Grima. You want somebody who understands context; otherwise, it might not mean all that much. You can just buy something for its beauty, too, but context is nice. If you understand anything about art and history, and you look at a piece of Andrew Grima's work, you understand it. There's a synergy. There's a joint thing there with Jackson Pollock, who also dripped oil onto canvas. I've seen gold dripped onto a piece of jewelry effectively. You know what I mean? It's not a very elegant way to put it, but you need the best for its time. Everything is classical in the right sense. Sharon: What do you think people should look for when they want to buy a piece of estate jewelry? Just, “Oh, this is interesting,” or should they be looking at value? Ron: It should be, “This is interesting.” You have to love it. It's like buying a share. You have to have faith in the company you're buying a share in. It's not just a question of buying something I don't believe in, because if things change, tastes change, you might not fully realize it, but it might take years to be worth its value again. Sharon: The dealers, or the people who are selling their own jewelry or buying from dealers, do they understand and appreciate the history? Ron: That's where we come in. We try and explain where it came from, what was happening in the world at the time. Is it a piece of industrial Deco jewelry? Do we know that it's 1930s, 1940s? The world was at war. It has a context. You want something to collect from the time. You wouldn't want to buy a flower brooch in 1942. It wouldn't really much sense, would it? Sharon: It's always interesting to know what the history is or to have a part of history when you're choosing a piece of jewelry as opposed to just—not even an interesting piece of jewelry, but— Ron: You need to educate yourself, and you need to pass it onto the client who wants to be told. He has every right to be told, “This is what makes this a fine piece, and that's not.” You do have to love the piece. You want to wear it; you want to enjoy it. That goes without saying. It is the prime mover of the whole thing, but once you pass that, you need to know details; you need to study. Sharon: And what do you think about today when people are looking at jewelry? What do you think is the most popular when people are looking at your jewelry? Are they looking at brooches? Are they looking at rings? Ron: Rings are probably the first seller. Rings and earrings are always the first, followed by bracelets, I would think, and ending up with brooches. Other dealers always say brooches never sell. I find that we sell brooches all the time. They're beautiful objects, even if they're not worn that much. I used to have a client who put the brooches on her lampshade next to her bed. She had a whole lampshade full of them. She just loved looking at them. When the light came through, she was so excited. It was a pleasure. Sharon: There are fabulous brooches around, yes. Do you find a difference between the coasts in what people are interested in? Ron: Yes. It's a little bit low on brooches on the coasts because you're wearing thinner dresses. In Palm Beach, you wouldn't wear giant, heavy brooches because it would drag down the silk that you're wearing. Even having said that, the ladies that wear brooches are probably also wearing Chanel and heavy fabric to go out for lunch and elsewhere. Sharon: You do need some substance behind it in order to have a brooch. Ron: Yes. Sharon: There are tricks to get that substance, even on a T-shirt. So, why is there more interest in estate jewelry today? Do you think there is, and if so, why? Ron: Very much so, as evidenced by the fact that there's not too much stuff around. We've really been battling to find fresh inventory. Part of it is because a lot of it is sold these days through the auction houses instead of being sold through dealers. It seems to be a push towards the auction houses. Sharon: Are you finding it more of a challenge today to find pieces? Ron: Yeah, very much so. Either people don't need to sell, or these are prosperous times. Sharon: Do you buy through auction houses? Ron: Very, very little. I have a few things that I need that I'll track down. The auction house can be very helpful, but mainly you want pieces that haven't passed through those storied doors. People want privacy to a large extent as well. Some people want privacy. They want to buy; they don't want the whole world to see what they paid for things. Sharon: That's a good point. During the lockdown—it seems you were online a lot more through Covid. Ron: Yeah, we had to get more into that because I'm a little bit lost that way. I can't fully understand the internet and what you can do with it, but luckily, I have good helpers that help me do that stuff. It doesn't come naturally to me. I'm still stuck in the past history-wise. Sharon: I think it doesn't come naturally to a lot of people, including people like boomers on the tail end of the baby boom. It's overwhelming in terms of what there is to learn and how fast it changes. Ron: It's amazing, isn't it? Anyway, we found ourselves sitting in front of the computer monitor. People called up for things, and we were shipping out stuff from all over the place, which was wonderful. Sharon: Somebody would call you up for something, and you could look on Instagram or different sites to find it? Ron: Our own site would bring people in. Sharon: I was looking at your site last night. Is there a lot more you have? Ron: Yes, we have ten million things, it seems like. What you see online is probably half of a half of a percent. We have things in every category, every range. Buying is the treat, as everyone knows, and collecting and organizing things and curating is exciting to me, too. I have different collections of different things. I guess it shows if somebody's looking for something. We have copies and duplicates; not copies of jewelry, but similar pieces in duplicate because we loved it. If a piece is in great condition and exciting, it's worth buying. Sharon: Do you find more pieces that are worthwhile from a historic perspective over in Europe? Do you find them in people's safe deposit boxes around the country? Where do you find those? Ron: You never know where the next piece is coming from, Sharon. It's amazing. Overseas is one thing, because there's a much greater appreciation for estate and antique jewelry in Europe, I believe, than even in America, but you're going to beat the bushes a little bit and try to get things from your suppliers. There's always something coming out. Sharon: Do you think there's more appreciation of estate jewelry abroad because people here like shiny new things? Ron: That, to an extent. They've been spoiled. They treat jewelry as an accessory. I find that the Germans, the English, buy things more as an heirloom piece. They want to pass it onto a grandchild or something. They look at it differently, whereas we look at it as more decorative, completely decorative. You buy it and you get bored with it, and the wedding is over and you can't deal with this piece again. You move, and there are people who'll sell a piece of jewelry. Whereas the Europeans have considered it very carefully and look at the long term, thank goodness; otherwise, there would be nothing left altogether to buy. Sharon: That's interesting and makes sense. Not to denigrate anything or anyone, but jewelry has to be pretty. Whether it's historic or not, it has to be something you like, whether you're going to pass it on or whether you think it's going to be sold to another dealer. It has to be pretty. Ron: That's the first thing I said. You've got to love it. You have to enjoy it. You must think of it as a piece of pleasure that you're wearing on your chest, which is lovely. Sharon: I'm always interested in this question, Ron. What is the catalyst that got you to switch? You said you were unemployed, but switching from accounting to opening your own estate jewelry business is a huge step in my book. Was there something? Did your boss come in and say, “I want this by tomorrow”? Ron: Now, you asked me a long question. I need to lie down on the couch, probably, to answer this question. I was in a public company we founded that was very successful. Then came the stock market in the late 80s. If you recall, everyone lost their money. We lost our second go-around for money. It was a long story, but effectively, that was really it. In the food business, we came up with an idea that was very lucrative, and it worked very well, but no one was buying anything in the late 80s in the stock market. So, I found myself available, as I said. Sharon: Some people have a business, but they're on Ruby Lane, or you see them at the shows on weekends buying and selling jewelry. Were you doing that? Was that in the background? Ron: We always bought things. We always knew some dealers, and we'd go and tour these antique shows on the weekends. There used to be many more of them in New York. You'd meet people and find things and dabble a little bit, but it was always just buying. We never did any selling because whatever we bought, we liked. I still have those early pieces I bought when I wasn't even that familiar with them. It really made a big difference. I never stopped enjoying that, and it came in very handy. When I found myself unemployed, I started selling the things I'd collected. That got me in the business that way, through the back door. Sharon: I think you said an important point about the fact that there are not as many antique fairs right now. It's partly Covid, but are they just waning? Was this something that was going on before Covid, that there are fewer antique fairs? Ron: There were so many. There were two or three every weekend in Westchester and Long Island. We would travel all over the place in those days. When the kids were young, we'd bundle them up and go spend money. I guess we chose well, because you'd sit in a little auction house storefront in Queens somewhere, and you'd buy a little pair of earrings for $120 and it seemed magical. By the time we got home, we'd be so nervous. “Oh my god, is this the right way? Is it the wrong thing to buy?” Then Monday morning you'd rush off to 47th Street and sell and make 30 percent of your money, and you'd say, “That was easy. I could do this again.” Confidence just gets built on confidence, and it worked, thank goodness. Sharon: Wow! I give you a lot of credit. Some of the things I look for when I'm buying a piece of estate jewelry are, besides the fact that I should love it, that it has to be in good condition. Do you need to be somebody who's worked with jewelry to know that? Ron: Condition is important because that could impact the future of the piece after a year or two. It should be correct for the time, correct for the period. It's really important, and you should get pleasure out of it. The prime thing is to enjoy it, wear it with excitement, and you'll get many years of pleasure out of it. Sharon: I think it's really important to wear it with excitement, like, “Oh, my gosh, this is so fabulous! Look at this!” I'm thinking of dealers who have sold to me, and I felt like they were selling as opposed to somebody who—I know when I've looked at some of your pieces, you explain where they came from or why they're important. Is that what we should be looking for? Ron: Yes, very much so. It's a good question that you asked, Sharon. I think it's important for a dealer to be reputable. They should be steeped in knowledge about what they're buying or selling. You find out more about your car before you buy it; you should find out about the wonderful piece of jewelry. It's of equal value in many cases. Sharon: I'm thinking about some of the pieces I've seen which you've shown, a fabulous pair of cameo earrings. Ron: Yes. Sharon: It sounds like you're saying the dealer has to be the first line in terms of educating somebody. Ron: That's so well put. It's exactly right, but you've got to do your own work. You should ask them for a write-up on an invoice, and probably in most cases, these things should be appraised for insurance purposes. It's important to understand what you're buying. It's an arcane, esoteric world, and people should be careful. Sharon: How do I know if I'm buying from somebody reputable, let's say I go to the Miami Show in January or February, which is huge in that there are so many dealers. What should I look for? How do I know that somebody's reputable? Ron: Look at the other pieces the dealer has in his showcase. You'll see the kind of pieces he gets. Most people are just buying gold for gold and not of an age and not of a period. It might not mean anything to them, and it might not mean anything for the customer, but I'm saying to enjoy the piece more profoundly, steep yourself in knowledge of the piece and the age and the epoch. I think that's really important, and condition is everything. Sharon: That's a good point, having brought several pieces that I purchased from other dealers that I took to the repair shop several times. The condition is very important. Ron: Welcome me back, and we'll talk about it for as long as you want. I can't think of anything more fun than discussing a piece. I love it. It's exciting to me, and I like transmitting the excitement to the next person. Sharon: You have several pieces you've shown me in the past. I could feel your excitement. They weren't pieces that called to me so much, but I could feel your excitement in it. Ron: I still enjoy it. I still get excited every time somebody brings a piece. You could look at it again and study again and discover something new about it, and that's the thrill. It connects us to our whole history, to the whole background, to literature. It makes sense. If you understand it, you'll get more pleasure out of it, like anything else. Sharon: That's a very good point. Ron: Thank you so much, Sharon, it's very nice of you to include me in your podcast. Sharon: Thank you very much, Ron. Ron: You are so welcome, and thank you. Thank you again for listening. Please leave us a rating and review so we can help others start their own jewelry journey.

The Lawyer's Edge
Diana Manning | What's Surprising About Becoming Managing Partner

The Lawyer's Edge

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 37:42


Diana Manning is the Managing Principal of Bressler, Amery & Ross, a full-service law firm with more than 150 attorneys across multiple states. She is also Co-chair of Bressler's Business and Commercial Litigation practice group and spearheads the firm's Appellate practice team. As a law firm leader, Diana strives to involve her team in decisions, work through surprising challenges, and transform the conversation around what leaders should look like. Diana has over two decades of experience in complex commercial litigation and is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a civil trial attorney. She lectures and writes on a number of issues important to attorneys and clients, including legal ethics, business litigation, and professional liability. Diana is also the President-Elect of the New Jersey Women Lawyers Association and a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Board of Trustees.  Diana served on the District XA Ethics Committee for 10 years and was appointed Chair by the New Jersey Supreme Court from 2017 to 2019. She is also a past President of Trial Attorneys of New Jersey, the Morris County Bar Association, and the Morris County Bar Foundation. In this episode… There's a great deal of responsibility that comes with the role of managing partner — but it may not be what you expect. In addition to ensuring the firm runs smoothly, managing partners must also balance the personal side of leadership, from navigating team health concerns to developing a strong culture. So how can law firm leaders learn to lead through the unexpected? Diana Manning's background in different committees, associations, and legal roles has helped her jump into her leadership position with enthusiasm. Not only has Diana succeeded as Managing Principal of her firm, but she has also defied the traditional image of a law firm leader. In Diana's experience, there's a high level of mental responsibility required for leaders, and a managing partner has to balance both personal and professional concerns while running the business. How does she manage it all? By embracing the unexpected and leading with authenticity, Diana has transformed the culture and growth of her firm.  In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge Podcast, Elise Holtzman sits down with Diana Manning, Managing Principal of Bressler, Amery & Ross, to talk about the surprising challenges and opportunities for law firm leaders. Diana shares how she rose up to Managing Principal of her firm, the importance of getting involved and expanding your network, and how her leadership style helps her overcome obstacles and empower her team.      

Roar with Shari. . . All Things Justice for Women & Survivors
Love and Murder in Suburbia: A True Story

Roar with Shari. . . All Things Justice for Women & Survivors

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 64:27


In this episode I'm talking with Allison Bressler, MA, and Gloria Sgrizzi,  Love and Murder in Suburbia.  A True Story.  About “Big Little Lies” when it comes to intimate partner violence that occurs literally everywhere. We are talking about domestic violence, dating violence, intimate partner violence, beatings, murder, and more hidden behind closed doors, a Big Little Lies, a dirty, little secret. Things that go on behind closed doors. One family's tragedy underscores the peril of concealing abuse by an intimate partner.During the early morning hours of September 9, 2002, Peter Clancy arrived at his house in upscale Cortlandt Manor, N.Y., armed with a large kitchen knife. He tried the garage, which did not respond to his opener, and then the front door, but the lock had been changed. So, he picked up a chair from the deck and hurled it through a kitchen window.Debora Riggs Clancy, his wife and the mother of their four children was stabbed to death in front of two of her four children by her husband, Peter. She had recently filed a protective order against her husband Peter.We are ROARING TODAY with two Sheroes Allison Bressler, MSA, and Gloria Sgrizzi who say, "Domestic violence knows no socioeconomic boundaries. It can happen in the wealthiest families and the most financially stressed," One in four women in the U.S. are victims of domestic violence according to Bressler and Sgrizzi. "Statistically there are nine significant incidents before a call to the police,"That's why Bressler and Sgrizzi have made it their life's mission to ending intimate partner violence as co-founders and co-directors of their private nonprofit,  A Partnership for Change: They want to empower and teach the vulnerable before they are victimized, by educating the young, the less young, the poor, the incarcerated, the wealthy. We will learn about their incredible programs, education, and insight that lead to the empowerment of anyone, any age, seeking control of their own relationship so they can be safe.You do not have to wait to be a victim in order to take control, how to  identify signs of potentially dangerous relationships whether you are currently in a relationship, preparing to leave, or have left.Listeners, Please Note:  Shari Karney, the host of Roar with Shari. . . All Things Justice for Women and Survivors is a survivor and a practicing attorney in California representing victims of child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual assault. Even though Shari Karney is a licensed practicing attorney in the State of California practicing in the areas of child sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual harassment, this podcast is intended for informational purposes only, there is no expectation of confidentiality and is not intended nor should it be construed as legal advice.  For legal advice, you should seek competent legal counsel. If you're interested in speaking to Karney's law practice they can be reached at https://karneyadvocates.com/Please also note that Karney Law is owned by Shari Karney. Karney is the founder of Roar as One. Roar as One is a nonprofit, Karney Law is a law firm and they are otherwise unaffiliated. 

Wealth Watchers Podcast
60. Reprogramming The Way We Dream: 5 Steps to Overcoming Self-Sabotage w/ Wally Bressler

Wealth Watchers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 42:29


Wally Bressler is Co-Founder at Phone Sales Secrets and Experienced Business Advisor with a demonstrated history of working in the real estate. He aimed to provide a highly-consultative approach to problem solving in an effort to help salespeople overcome sales call reluctance, procrastination, and self-sabotage. With a rough childhood and after facing consequences of wrong decision in life, Real Estate Sales decision turned into the beginning of a new chapter of his life. He coach real estate agents and provide business training to entrepreneurs. In this episode Wally will talk about Sales reluctance, over the phone, face to face, and even via video. He is also gonna provide the solution by telling a 5 step process to get rid of this problem. Asking people the right questions to help them find what they need inside themselves is what Wally master in. To get in touch with Wally Bressler and get more information about avoiding the sales reluctance, you can visitWebsite: Phone Sales SecretsFacebook: Wally Bressler Email: wally@phonesalessecrets.com Do you have a story on business development, real estate investing, or other wealth increasing tips?  Please request to be a guest on the Wealth Watchers Podcast by clicking HERETo find out more about what the hosts, Adam Lendi and Justin Hoggatt, check out: happycampercapital.comFollow on Facebook @WealthWatchersCommunity or @HappyCamperCapitalSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wealthwatchers)

Lowenstein Sandler's Insurance Recovery Podcast: Don’t Take No For An Answer
Can't We All Just Get Along? Effective Ways to Navigate the Tri-Partite Relationship Among Policyholders, Insurers, and Insurer Chosen Defense Counsel

Lowenstein Sandler's Insurance Recovery Podcast: Don’t Take No For An Answer

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 19:30


In the defense of a claim, the relationship between the policyholder, the insurer, and the defense counsel, also known as the tri-partite relationship, is important. Though each party's approach to settling a claim may be different, their working relationship doesn't have to be difficult. In today's episode, Lynda, joined by Loren Pierce, partner at Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C., and Tom Quinn, partner at Wilson Elser, share some of the difficult dilemmas that can sometimes arise within the tri-partite relationship, providing techniques for how policyholders can make the road to settlement a little less bumpy.  Speakers: Lynda A. Bennett, Partner and Chair, Insurance Recovery  Loren Pierce, Partner, Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C. Tom Quinn, Partner, Wilson Elser

IT in the D
Episode 398 with Jason Bressler of UWM

IT in the D

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 58:00


Jason Bressler, CTO of UWM, joined Bob and Randy to talk about what it's like to work in IT, strategies for landing a tech job, building and leading a tech team, and staying organized. (Apologies for my bad audio. I swear I know how computers work. —Randy)