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Fall photography season can feel like a whirlwind. Once you're in it, it's full steam ahead. Sure it's typically the most profitable for family photographers, but it can also be the most overwhelming. In this episode, I'm candidly breaking down four common fall pitfalls that can derail your season, plus practical strategies to set yourself up for success.  The four traps we unpack are The Overbooking Trap Forgetting about Marketing  Systems Chaos & Creative Blocks Plus, I won't leave you spinning - this episode wraps with a pre-fall pep talk to remind you are the BOSS. Trusting yourself to make those choices is where the real power lies. Let's prep for fall together by getting ahead of the mess and choosing to be in charge.    // LINKS MENTIONED // Ep 28: 4 Ways to Build Momentum when you're *NOT* busy in the fall The Complete Guide to Flodesk for Family Photographers: https://leahoconnell.com/the-complete-guide-to-flodesk-for-family-photographers/ Try Flodesk for 50% off - https://flodesk.com/c/PHOTOFUEL Try Honeybook: https://share.honeybook.com/leah9738526   Other CRM's options for photographers:  Iris Works Cloudspot Dubsado Sprout Studio Shootproof

The Atlanta Braves passed the mathematical halfway point over the weekend, but it was in the midst of yet another winnable series slipping through their collective fingers. Grant McAuley discusses the biggest stories and headlines from the week that was for the Braves, a week that saw them lose the momentum they'd worked so hard to build with head-to-head success against the formerly first place New York Mets by losing series to the Miami Marlins and Philadelphia Phillies. The offensive woes continue to plague the club, while both the starting rotation and bullpen are under more stress than ever to keep the Braves in games. Now seven games under .500 and staring at major deficits in both the division and Wild Card races, the Braves will attempt to make the most of their final two weeks before the All-Star break as they face the Los Angeles Angles, Baltimore Orioles, Athletics, and St. Louis Cardinals over the next 12 games. That stretch could ultimately determine what Atlanta's strategy will be for the trade deadline, because failing to win consistently may mean there's no point in bringing in reinforcements this season. Brad Rowland of Hammer Territory joins the show to discuss the Braves at the halfway marker, the loss of Chris Sale, the lost seasons thus far for Michael Harris and Ozzie Albies, and what needs to happen in July to allow Atlanta to pull the nose up on its season. Hear that discussion beginning at 29:20. In the trip around the big leagues, we cover the loss of Dave Parker, the field for the Home Run Derby, Ketel Marte's unfortunate trip to Chicago, and hear the voice of the Pitchcom device courtesy of SNY. And Sam Blum of The Athletic joins to preview the Angels and Braves series that begins on Tuesday. Hear that at 57:58. From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Are you ready to create a summer success plan that truly works for you?   In this episode, we dive into the final three Cs of our Summer Ready Success framework. Learn how to consistently show up for yourself and your business, prioritize self-care, and celebrate every small victory along the way.   I'll share tips on how to create a summer marketing plan that resonates with your audience and energizes you. Additionally, discover the power of connecting with mentors and accountability partners to keep you motivated.   Remember, it's not just about achieving your goals; it's about how you feel throughout the journey. I want you to walk away from these episodes with actionable steps to help create a summer filled with joy and success!   You still have time to grab your Summer Ready Success Guide. Download it for free at martinewilliams.com/summersuccess. This guide will help you put the concepts we discuss into practice.   And if you're feeling stuck or need personalized support, I invite you to book a free clarity call with me. Together, we can identify what matters most to you this summer and create a plan to move forward.  

You don't need a gym to get results—just a smart system that keeps you consistent.In this episode, I'm sharing my exact home workout formula that helps me (and our members over 40) stay strong, energized, and fit year-round—even when life gets busy. No fluff. No excuses. Just simple movements using bodyweight, dumbbells, bands, and aerobic work to build lasting momentum.Whether you're just getting back into fitness or looking to level up your home routine, this episode gives you the full playbook to take action today.

Bickley and Marotta talk golf, go through Social Studies and talk to Diamondbacks TV broadcaster Todd Walsh. 

In this episode, Zak unpacks the mindset shift that helps people stay consistent — even when life gets messy.If you're caught in the “I'll start again Monday” cycle, this one will help you break free and build momentum without needing a perfect week.

In this episode of Ambitious, I'm joined by the incredible Tomasha Suber, a strategic leadership coach who helps women build sustainable, profitable businesses without sacrificing their personal wellbeing. We dive deep into the emotional challenges of scaling a business, the importance of aligning business growth with personal values, and why CEOs often struggle with delegation. From the difference between vision and mission to the power of setting core business values, we cover a lot of ground. Tomasha also shares personal experiences, actionable advice, and questions to help you self-assess and realign your business. 00:39 Introduction02:42 Diving into Leadership and Delegation04:52 Understanding Leadership: Clarity, Confidence, and Conviction06:56 The Emotional Challenges of Scaling a Business07:50 The Role of Identity in Delegation11:36 Boredom in Business: A Sign of Success?14:52 Aligning Business Growth with Personal Values21:16 Defining Vision, Mission, and Values37:50 The Importance of Values in Business44:55 The Power of Embodying Core Values50:25 The Importance of Relationships in Business56:07 Strategies for Realigning Your Business01:02:27 Decisive Action: Decide or Drown01:12:03 Choosing the Right Mentor and ClientsConnect with Tomasha: InstagramWebsiteTo join the Ambitious Network for free, click HERE. To connect with Kate on Instagram, click ⁠HERE⁠. To apply for ITI, click ⁠HERE⁠.To submit a question to be answered on the podcast, click HERE.

Welcome to another value-packed episode of the Marketing Guides For Small Business Podcast! This week, Ian Cantle of Outsourced Marketing Inc. and the panel are joined by Skip Adams, a successful Albuquerque-based realtor who's made waves with his unique approach to digital marketing, branding, and lead generation. If you've ever wondered how a small business can truly leverage YouTube, podcasts, AI, and testimonials to stand out and grow, this is a must-listen. Table of Contents: Skip Adams' Journey: From professional baseball to top relocation specialist in Albuquerque real estate.Finding Your Niche & Building a Brand: Why Skip doubled down on relocation and how “the riches are in the niches”.YouTube Deep Dive: Strategy, learning curve, and why video marketing is Skip's top lead generator.Content Creation Secrets: How Skip reverse-engineers YouTube topics using keyword research tools, and creates evergreen, trust-building content.Turning Viewers Into Clients: Lead capture techniques, try-before-you-buy offers, and the magic of inbound calls.The Power of Testimonials: How Skip collects and uses video reviews to build credibility—without being salesy.Podcasting & TV: Behind the scenes of running UABQ, a local show, and its role in community connection.AI in Marketing: Real-world ways Skip and the hosts leverage AI for content, research, image editing, and productivity.SEO & Repurposing Content: Actionable advice for supercharging your website with blog posts, structure tips, and how to avoid common pitfalls.Scaling & Delegating Marketing: When to outsource, the value of your time, and how to stay focused on what you love. What You'll Gain From This Episode: Real-World Video Marketing Tactics: Learn how Skip grew his business (and reputation) using YouTube—plus the steps to make your videos effective, even as a beginner.Secrets to Content That Converts: Discover how to research trending topics your audience actually wants, so you're always answering their pain points.Lead Generation That Works: Get Skip's proven framework for turning content viewers into leads and loyal customers, including downloadable guides and clear calls-to-action.Building Trust at Scale: See why authentic testimonials (especially on video) are game changers, and how to get them.AI Tools & Productivity Hacks: Hear how small businesses use the latest AI tools to multiply output, repurpose content, and support marketing without breaking the bank.SEO Strategies for Non-Techies: Action steps for getting found on Google—plus critical website tweaks every business should know.Delegating Without Losing Your Voice: When to bring in help, how to vet marketing partners, and making your content go further.Insider Perspective: You'll get both the guest's and hosts' candid thoughts on the real challenges—and solutions—in small business marketing today. Ready to Build Momentum in Your Marketing? Listen now to hear expert insights, candid tips, and actionable strategies you can use—whether you're a small business owner, marketer, or real estate pro. Don't forget to: Subscribe & Rate: So you never miss an episode!Share: Found this helpful? Pass it along to your network—friends, peers, even your pets!Tell Us What You Need: Have a topic or guest you'd like to hear? Drop us a line and let us know. Let's keep building your marketing success—one smart strategy at a time! Remember to Keep Calm and Market On!

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Matthew Montgomery, the current superintendent of two school districts, Lake Forest Community High School District 115 and Lake Forest Elementary District 67, for almost four years. In addition to this unique setup, he is also the Lead Superintendent for Cohort and Partner Connections in AASA, The School Superintendents Association. Some Questions We Ask:Can you tell us more about your career as a superintendent for two school districts? (01:30)What are the most rewarding aspects of school leadership? (06:19)What is your take regarding the 2023 RAND study, and how do you cope with the stress that your role brings? (08:18)Has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years? (12:27)Do you think your experiences are similar or different compared to other superintendents across the nation? (15:23)What strategies do you incorporate to help the community understand your vision for the district? (19:15)What are your thoughts regarding humanizing the role of superintendency? (24:11)How can we better support district leaders? (28:51)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. Montgomery's career (01:53)Rewarding aspects of school leadership (06:22)Thoughts about the 2023 RAND study and coping with stress (08:31)Scrutiny of the superintendency (12:37)Similarities and differences regarding superintendents' experiences (15:40)Strategies for uniting the community around a vision for the districts Dr. Montgomery leads (19:29)Thoughts on humanizing the superintendency (25:04)How K-12 education system supporters can advocate for district leaders (29:03) Quotes:“I was a high school science teacher, and I always wanted to know what was happening in the principal's office when they would close the door. … When I got to the principal's office, then I was curious about what was happening in the superintendent's office. And now I make the joke that when I'm in my office, if anybody walks in and closes the door, I'm like, ‘Oh, please don't!' [Now] I've had my fill of what happens.”“As a leader, you are a conduit for an incredible amount of stakeholder voices. You need to try to find some cohesiveness and then be responsible for helping lead them in the direction that they have defined.”“Leadership is the most rewarding and challenging role that people can experience, and it is a privilege to be given this responsibility.”“We need to have a community that understands that you need great people leading organizations. How we treat our leaders matters—and increases the likelihood when one leader leaves, you are going to find another great leader to follow.”Stay in touch with Dr. Matthew Montgomery:LinkedIn Lake Forest Schools Stay in touch with Sarah Williamson:SWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

On this week's episode, Garrett starts by breaking down the Celtics elimination from the postseason at the hands of the Knicks and what went wrong in their second round series. He also discusses what could potentially be a franchise-altering off-season for the C's and which players could be most at risk. He then talks Red Sox who are coming off another disappointing series at Fenway despite a dramatic walk-off win on Saturday night. He talks about a team that may be in desperate need of a serious shake up as they approach the first third of the season. He then gets to the Patriots and looks at their schedule for the season and discusses how many games he thinks they should be able to win. Also this week: the Revolution continue their unbeaten streak thanks to a scoreless draw over the weekend, a quick offseason update on the Bruins who still are on the lookout for a new head coach, playoff updates from the NBA and NHL, and for this weeks Top Five, Garrett ranks his favorite non-major sports!

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Heidi Sipe, Superintendent of Umatilla School District in Oregon, a role she has held for a remarkable 17 years. Dr. Sipe previously served as  the district's Federal Programs Director and Assistant Superintendent for five years. She also has a higher education background: She is an Adjunct Professor at Lewis and Clark College in Oregon and was an Adjunct Professor at Concordia University in Chicago.  Dr. Sipe brings a government perspective as well, having served as an Assistant Superintendent in the Oregon Department of Education.Some Questions We Ask:What is the most rewarding aspect of serving as a superintendent? (01:24)What is your opinion about the 2023 RAND Study and how do you cope with stress in the superintendency? (02:06)How has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years? (03:26)What are your strategies for bringing the community together to see your vision as a superintendent? (06:51)How do you gauge the engagement level of your community?  (10:00)Do you think your stress level as a superintendent is representative of others across the nation? (11:30)What creative ways have you used storytelling and communication? (13:04)What's your advice to district leaders who are having difficulty building a community? (16:56)Why is it important to see superintendents as real people? (20:02)How can we better support superintendents in their roles? (21:39)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Rewarding aspects of the superintendency (01:33)Dr. Sipe's opinion on the 2023 RAND study and stress coping mechanisms (02:22)Scrutiny of the superintendency (03:31)Bringing the community together around one vision (07:01)Gauging community engagement levels (10:12)Stress level comparisons among superintendents (11:41)Creative ways of reaching out to the community (13:17)Advice for other district leaders (17:01)The importance of humanizing superintendents (20:28)Tips for advocating for superintendents (21:50)Quotes:“How I do parental involvement: I try to be places. I try to visit. I try to get to know people.”“We can't ever forget that we are given this incredible opportunity—but also responsibility—to be a partner in raising the next generation of leaders, and if we don't own that and recognize the significance of it, we're failing our communities. No one's going to trust someone to be a partner in raising their kid unless they know that person and they know what they stand for."Stay in touch with Dr. Heidi Sipe:LinkedIn Stay in touch with Sarah Williamson:SWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

Steve Post and Todd Gordon react to Joey Logano's victory at Texas Motor Speedway. They are also joined by Jonathan Hassler, crew chief for Ryan Blaney, as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Kansas Speedway this weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've been doing all the right things, posting consistently, going live, showing your face... but still feel invisible, it's time for a pattern interrupt. Join Momentum here https://thevisibleceo.com/momentum2025Drop us a message...Don't forget to share this episode and tag me @itscrissyconner on Instagram and @crissyconner on Facebook to be entered to win!

If you've been doing all the right things, posting consistently, going live, showing your face... but still feel invisible, it's time for a pattern interrupt. Join Momentum here https://thevisibleceo.com/momentum2025Drop us a message...Don't forget to share this episode and tag me @itscrissyconner on Instagram and @crissyconner on Facebook to be entered to win!

Show Links:Daily Email: https://yourlevelfitness.com/daily-emailThe YLF Blog: https://yourlevelfitness.com/blogJoin The YLF Experience: https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/5t93iox9udm3Episode Description:In this episode, we are diving into a tactical way to set yourself up for success each week by applying the weekly goal structure to your emotional and mental health. I share how to build minimum daily action goals, like journaling for at least five minutes a day, and why setting achievable goals that you can exceed builds real momentum. This is all about learning the nuance of working with yourself and living from the inside/out. If you want to create sustainable change, it starts with small, specific goals that help you connect with yourself more deeply. Listen in and start building your weekly plan!Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.Visit darylperrypodcast.com for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.For comments, questions, topic ideas, or possible collaborations please email daryl@yourlevelfitness.com

How To Build Momentum in Your Fundraise Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Fundraising has its ups and downs, including long patches of slow-paced activity. Here are some key steps in building momentum for your fundraiser.  Always break the total fundraising into smaller rounds. This makes the raise manageable from the start. Do the easy ones first. Investors who know you and believe in the deal will sign up the quickest. With those signups, you now have money in the deal. Use this to spur the momentum to other investors who are not yet ready to invest. Show why the other investors joined the round. Strive to reach the halfway point. From there, the optics on the deal will look better to the prospective investor. The risk of the deal not getting funded goes way down. Build a list of interested and committed investors. Assign an amount to each one and map them out on the remaining portion to be raised. Show all of them how this will close the round. For the remaining investors on the list, give them a deadline and push them to pass. This takes them off your list and lets you focus on closing the interested and committed investors.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. James Lane, Chief Executive Officer of PDK International, a nonprofit that supports those who work in public education, and its community-based movement Educators Rising. He has served at the federal, state, and local levels: in the U.S. Department of Education as Acting Assistant Secretary and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education; as Superintendent of Public Instruction in Virginia; and as Superintendent of three Virginia school divisions in Chesterfield County, Goochland County, and Middlesex County. Dr. Lane is also a former school principal and band director.Some Questions We Ask:Tell us more about your career at all levels of K-12 education and now as a leader at PDK? (01:22)What is the most rewarding aspect of your career? (05:01)What insights from your time in the Department of Education surprised you—and were there any misconceptions about the superintendency that you experienced while working as a policymaker? (08:02)What are your thoughts about the 2023 RAND study, and do you have similar perspectives as other superintendents? (12:36)What are your strategies for bringing the community together to see your vision? (17:09)How have you been able to connect with the whole community to support you along the way in your career? (22:59)What is your opinion regarding humanizing the role of superintendents? (28:36)What advice would you give to supporters of K-12 education about advocating for district leaders? (33:13)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. James Lane (01:32)Rewarding aspect of his expansive career (05:20)Insights he gained and misconceptions he encountered (08:21)Thoughts about the 2023 RAND study (13:06)Strategies for bringing the community together (17:34)How he connected with the community (23:13)His thoughts on humanizing the role of superintendents (28:51)Advice on advocating for K-12 district leaders (33:47)Quotes:“For me, the rewarding part of education is working with kids and preparing them for an amazing life and career and job and everything else. And I tried to remember that in every role I've ever been in.”“The very best school districts I've seen have stability in the board and the superintendent, and then that leads to stability in the principalship, of the teachers, and of expectations around what we do in schools.”“What your families want for their kids is important. Be willing to change what you want to do in that community based on the feedback of families.”“The best thing that we can do to improve schools is make sure there's a great teacher in every classroom who's engaging parents and students.”Stay in touch with Dr. James Lane:PDK InternationalEducators RisingLinkedIn Stay in touch with Sarah Williamson:SWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Buddy Berry, the superintendent of Eminence Independent Schools in Kentucky. He founded the innovative model “School on FIRE” (Framework of Innovation for Reinventing Education). He was recognized by the Obama Administration as one of the top 100 School Superintendents in America for his district's implementation of digital learning and invited to the ConnectED Superintendents Summit at the White House. Some Questions We Ask:Please tell us about your career as a superintendent. (01:13)What is the most rewarding aspect of being a superintendent? (04:53)What can you say about the 2023 RAND study and how do you cope with the stress your career brings? (06:06)How has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years? (07:41)Do your experiences represent other school administrators' experiences across the nation? (09:21)How do you bring the community to see your vision? (11:02)What are the core values or core metrics that you focused on to change the community's view of the education system? (16:52)What is your advice to other district leaders for building a community? (23:55)What is your take on humanizing the role of superintendents and how can the community benefit from it? (26:48)What advice can you give supporters of K-12 education about advocating for district leaders? (28:45)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. Buddy Berry (01:39)Rewarding aspects of being a superintendent (05:02)His take on the 2023 RAND Study and coping with stress (06:33)Scrutiny of the superintendency (07:46)Comparison of his personal experiences to other administrators' (09:30)Building a community with one vision (11:17)Establishing core values across a district  (17:24)Advice for district leaders (24:18)Humanizing the role of superintendents (26:56)Advice to those advocating for superintendents and district leaders (29:13)Quotes:“Enrollment has doubled in the last decade. Test scores have gone from the eighth percentile to hovering around the 80s. We started the first early college high school program in Kentucky that's on a college campus. … We've had 500 kids go through that program, and 498 have earned a degree or are college right now. Crazy results from a population that's, you know, 70% free and reduced lunch, 18% homeless, and the vast majority first-generation college.”“I'm a big believer that your teachers live in the community. They're the people that are mostly talking to everybody at the grocery. And so if you can win your teachers over to your vision and your thinking and what you're doing, they'll sell it for you.”“You can't win everybody over in one day. So it's about that consistency and that transparency and just being real to them—that I think eventually does win everybody over.”Stay in touch with Dr. Buddy Berry:School on F.I.R.E School on Fire Innovating Instruction Stay in touch with Sarah Williamson:SWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

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In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Matthew Hicks, Superintendent of Northeastern Wayne Schools in Indiana. He is also currently a lecturer at Purdue University and a dissertation chair at Indiana Wesleyan University. Earlier in his career, he served as a language arts classroom teacher and as a principal at the high school and middle school levels. He has volunteered as a Den Leader for Crossroads for America Council, Boy Scouts of America for the past eight years.Some Questions We Ask:Can you share more about yourself and your career as a superintendent? (01:46)What is the most rewarding aspect of your career? (03:58)Do you agree with the 2023 RAND study? And how do you cope with the stress your career brings? (06:56)Has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years? (09:27)In comparison with other administrators you interact with across the nation, do you believe your own personal experiences align with their experiences? (11:21)How do you bring the community to see and share your vision so you can build it together? (13:07)How do you communicate with the community and connect with educators and families through creative storytelling? (15:04)What is your advice for other district leaders who are struggling with building a community? (16:50)Why do you think it's important to see superintendents as humans and not just robots? (19:16)How can the community support and advocate for superintendents? (21:52)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. Matthew Hicks (01:56)Rewarding aspects of being a superintendent (04:05)Thoughts about the RAND study and coping with stress (07:31)Scrutiny of the superintendency (09:34)About his personal experiences in district leadership vs others' (11:32)Uniting a community around one vision (13:17)Effective communication strategies (15:17)Advice for district leaders (16:55)Humanizing the role of superintendents (19:25)How the community can advocate for superintendents (22:05)Quotes:“There are things in education that happen that are just very difficult to deal with. Losing a student is an absolute nightmare scenario for that family, for a school community—and it is one of those things that reverberates through time. You don't forget those moments because they hurt so bad. Those sorts of things will unfortunately be a part of the role.”“And our [vision statement] is that we're a nurturing family where each Knight belongs, grows, and contributes. That's our whole vision. And so if I can't run something through the ‘belong, grow, or contribute' filter, then we're not doing it. If it doesn't fit into that filter, that's not us. That's not what we're doing right now. And so it really has helped with the decision-making. It puts us in a position to give a quality ‘no' for the things that don't fit in that vision and an enthusiastic ‘yes' for the things that do fit within that vision.”Stay in touch with Dr. Matthew Hicks:Email: mhicks@nws.k12.in.usStay in touch with Sarah Williamson:SWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

Mark Schaefer is a digital marketing consultant, a globally recognized keynote speaker, a futurist, a university educator, a renowned expert in marketing and personal branding, and the bestselling author of many books, including "Belonging to the Brand," "Marketing Rebellion," "Known," and "Audacious: How Humans Win in an AI Marketing World". His blog, {grow} is hailed as one of the top marketing blogs in the world and he is also the host of The Marketing Companion, one of the top 10 marketing podcasts on iTunes. He has also appeared on many national television shows and periodicals including the Wall Street Journal, Wired, The New York Times, CNN, National Public Radio (NPR), CNBC, the BBC, and CBS News, and he is a regular contributing columnist to The Harvard Business Review. Connect with Mark Schaeffer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwschaefer/ Buy the book, “Belonging to the Brand”: https://www.amazon.com/Belonging-Brand-Community-Marketing-Strategy-ebook/dp/B0BQCRN6JQ Blog: https://businessesgrow.com/ Podcast: The Marketing Companion Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-IKcl_my7vQ What if you could build a community around your brand or business? What if I told you that you can cultivate an engaged, supportive community of fans around your business where people clamor to buy anything you offer and never leave because your community is such an important part of their lives and identities? My guest, Mark Schaefer is the author of Belonging to the Brand, Why Community is the Last Great Marketing Strategy.  In an age of AI and automation where even many global brands are losing market share and relevance, Mark believes that community is the last refuge for preserving our humanity and ensuring brands, businesses, and non-profits stand out. As Mark explains in his book, and as we discussed in this episode, building a community goes way beyond simply amassing a following. Social media followers and casual readers or viewers are a weak relational link. According to Mark Schaefer, the real magic happens when you're able to bring people together so they connect to one another and find a sense of belonging within your brand community. Once you create a community, your organization becomes a home for your audience – a place where they find meaning. And, a sense of meaning is often what is missing from many people's lives today. For all of our technological advancements and social progress, many people feel lonely or socially isolated. As Mark says in his book, we humans are “wired for community,” which can be hard to find in a world that is so virtual and where remote work is common. The demand for community has, perhaps, never been greater than at any time in human history. If you can help fulfill your audience's need for belonging and community, then you will acquire a tribe of loyal supporters and repeat customers. According to Mark's thesis, which I believe is correct, building a community is how organizations can make the greatest impact and drive the biggest outcomes if they're willing to put in the time and work into making their community grow. Creating a community requires long-term thinking and an investment of time and energy, but it will pay off for those who commit to it, as Mark explains on the podcast and in his book.  In this conversation, Mark and I spoke about the importance of community from both a marketing and a sociological perspective. He also shared interesting case studies of people who found success by building communities around their brands. From a business and marketing standpoint, having your own community on an owned channel also strengthens your brand long-term, dramatically increases customer loyalty and retention, and lessens your reliance on the whims of social media algorithms and changing markets.  In this episode, we discussed his “Belonging to the Brand,” published in 2022, but you should also check out his new book that just came out, "Audacious: How Humans Win in an AI Marketing World." Connect with Mark Schaefer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwschaefer/ Buy the book, Belonging to the Brand: https://www.amazon.com/Belonging-Brand-Community-Marketing-Strategy-ebook/dp/B0BQCRN6JQ  Learn more: https://businessesgrow.com/ Buy his new book, Audacious: How Humans Win in an AI Marketing World: https://www.amazon.com/Audacious-How-Humans-Marketing-World/dp/B0DSHRN3PC#:~:text=Mark%20Schaefer's%20%22Audacious%22%20is%20a,AI%20by%20a%20million%20watts.  Mark Schaefer is a globally recognized keynote speaker, educator, business consultant, and author. His blog {grow} is hailed as one of the top marketing blogs in the world. Mark has worked in global sales, PR, and marketing positions for more than 30 years and provides consulting services as Executive Director of Schaefer Marketing Solutions. Mark has advanced degrees in marketing and organizational development, holds seven patents, and is a faculty member of the graduate studies program at Rutgers University. For three years, Mark studied under the late Peter Drucker (a world-renowned consultant and author known as the founder of modern management). He is one of the world's most popular business-related keynote speakers, taking the stage at some of the largest industry and corporate conferences including SXSW, Dell World, the American Bar Association Annual Conference, and many others. He has spoken in 35 different countries. Mark is also well-known for developing corporate marketing strategies and marketing workshops. His clients range from successful start-ups to global brands such as Adidas, Johnson & Johnson, GE Life Sciences, Pfizer, The U.S. Air Force, and the UK Government. Mark is the bestselling author of ten other books: Belonging to the Brand: Why Community is the Last Great Marketing Strategy: This book was number one in both marketing and advertising categories and provides a spellbinding view of the future of marketing. Cumulative Advantage: How to Build Momentum for your Ideas, Business, and Life Against All Odds — This book explores the art and science of momentum Marketing Rebellion: The Most Human Company Wins — Some reviewers note this might be the most influential marketing book of the decade. KNOWN: How to Build and Unleash Your Personal Brand in the Digital Age — World's number one book on personal branding. The Content Code — Named one of the top five marketing books of the year by INC Magazine. Social Media Explained — Essential primer on social media marketing. Return on Influence — First book ever written on influencer marketing. Named to the elite list of top academic titles of the year by the American Library Association, which declared it an “essential” and “pathfinding” book. Born to Blog — All-time bestselling book on blogging! LESSONS — Collection of essential essays on embracing chaos. The Tao of Twitter – Best-selling book on Twitter in the world. Mark's books have been used as textbooks at more than 70 universities, have been translated into 15 languages, and can be found in more than 750 libraries worldwide. He is the founder and co-host of The Marketing Companion, one of the top 10 marketing podcasts on iTunes. The show has been downloaded more than 1.5 million times. Mark is also a popular and entertaining commentator and has appeared on many national television shows and periodicals including the Wall Street Journal, Wired, The New York Times, CNN, National Public Radio, CNBC, the BBC, and CBS News. He is a regular contributing columnist to The Harvard Business Review. Learn more: https://businessesgrow.com/  

Rory McIlroy is heating up at the right time after claiming The Players Championship for a second time. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Rachel White, Founder and Lead Researcher at The Superintendent Lab, a hub for data, research, insights, and innovation on the public school district superintendency. She is currently the Associate Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. White has also taught at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and Old Dominion University and has served as a school board member and volunteer coach at Van Wert City Schools in Ohio. She is a member of the University Council for Education Administration, the American Educational Research Association, and the Association for Education Finance and Policy.  Some Questions We Ask:Tell us about yourself and The Superintendent Lab. (01:31)How do you humanize the role of superintendents and incorporate that in your research? (04:26)In what ways did the RAND study inspire your research? (08:08)How has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years, and is turnover being addressed by retention programs? (11:52)In your research, have you looked at partnerships between superintendents and the community? (16:07)Which of your research findings are most alarming? (18:34)In your opinion, how will the new administration impact K-12 leadership? (24:48)How can the community support and advocate for superintendents? (28:06)Tell us more about your hopes for The Superintendent Lab. (30:26)In This Episode, You Will Learn:All about Dr. Rachel White and The Superintendent Lab (01:40)Humanizing superintendents (04:34)Dr. White's research (08:13)Scrutiny of the superintendency and retention programs to address turnover (12:22)Partnerships between superintendents and the community (16:33)Research findings that alarm her (18:40)Impacts of the new administration on K-12 leadership (24:58)Advocating for superintendents at the community level (28:22)Hopes for The Superintendent Lab in the future (30:32)Quotes:“Superintendents that have strong trusting relationships with their school board—and particularly their school board president—are significantly less likely to be job seeking.”“What we know is that principal stability impacts teacher stability, and we know teacher stability does impact students outcomes and educational experiences, right? So it's sort of like doing a stepwise process to get to what is the impact of superintendent turnover.”“Any sort of changes at the federal level may mean that superintendents really have to step up right and make sure that we continue to say, ‘We are going to serve every kid that walks in our door, and we're going to do whatever it takes to do that.'”Stay in touch with Dr. Rachel White:LinkedInThe Superintendent Lab websiteEmail: rachel.white@austin.utexas.eduStay in touch with Sarah Williamson:SWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross, Superintendent of Ypsilanti Community Schools in Michigan. She has decades of experience at public K-12 and charter schools of all sizes, including serving as Superintendent for Okemos Public Schools and for the Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System. She is a sought-after professional speaker, educational consultant, and leadership development coach as well as a church pastor.Some Questions We Ask:Can you tell us more about your career and your current role? (01:23)What is the most rewarding aspect of your career? (02:10)What can you say about the RAND research, and how you are able to cope with stress? (03:03)How do you think scrutiny of the superintendency has changed over the years? (04:32)How do you unify people to build community within your school district? (05:32)How much do you think your experiences align with those of superintendents in your state or across the country? (07:11)How are you sharing stories to bring people together? (08:33)What advice can you give to other superintendents with regards to cultivating engagement? (10:34)What makes people forget that superintendents are real people, and how can we demonstrate that you are solving challenging issues to give K-12 students the best education possible? (12:35)How can a community advocate for superintendents? (14:06)In This Episode, You Will Learn:All about Dr. Zachery-Ross' educational career (01:31)Rewarding aspects throughout her career (02:19)Her take on coping with stress (03:26)Scrutiny of the superintendency through the years (04:54)Unifying the community (05:47)Her personal experiences as a superintendent compared with others' (07:26)Sharing stories to unify people (08:50)Dr. Zachery-Ross' advice to other school leaders (10:49)Treating superintendents as individuals and not robots (12:55)Advocating for superintendents (14:44)Quotes:“During my time as superintendent in two different districts, I've been able to take students to Ghana, Africa, on educational journeys, and watching them has been the best joy. It's been life-changing for those groups of students. It was phenomenal to see them return as transformed people and as transformed learners.”“We all want to make a difference in our students' lives. We all want to see academic growth. We all want to support our staff and families and make an impact on our community.”“A smile goes a long way—and it's up to us to be personal. It's up to us to make that connection.”Stay in touch with Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross:Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross WebsiteYpsilanti Community Schools WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Sarah Williamson:Free Case Study GuideSWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

Hour 2 - The guys talk about the Sabres comeback win over the Anaheim Ducks and what the win means for their desperate playoff push.

In this Bottom-Up Short, Norm is joined by Christian Schick, the leader of Strong Towns RVA, a Local Conversation in Richmond, Virginia. The group has built a lot of momentum in the past year, and Schick talks about how they did that in a productive and helpful way, particularly while juggling local elections. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Strong Towns RVA (Linktree). Norm Van Eeden Petersman (LinkedIn). Do you know someone who would make for a great The Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!

7:30AM Hour 2 Jeremy White and Joe DiBiase ask if the NHL will be able to capitilize on the great press they're getting from the Four Nations Faceoff. They question if there is too much time and too few storylines to keep casual fans invested.

A paying client is waiting to work with you.  She's ready for her transformation.  Are you? There are lots of concrete things you can do to get ready, starting before you're even certified to coach.  In today's episode, learn exactly how to create a following and find your first client easily. So many women don't yet know about the Intimacy Skills. Your tenth and even 100th client are out there waiting. Find out how to attract them so you can fulfill your purpose as a wildly successful relationship coach!

This is an important message for the people of the Santa Maria Foursquare church! In it, Pastor Tim brings clarity to our mission and explores two forms of gravity — history and culture — that we must fight in order to faithfully fulfill our unique Kingdom contribution. Then Tim outlines three ALL IN challenges for our church – actions we can take to help us break free into what God has for us next. Each one requires the PRE-DECISION to do whatever it takes to leverage our rich history and BUILD MOMENTUM for the future. We believe God has so much more in store for our church family, our community, and for the next generations! Let's get after it. Together.

Hour two of DJ & PK for February 19, 2025: What is Trending  Hot Takes or Toast Utah State rising above fray in MWC?

Fear of failure can paralyze us, keeping us stuck in inaction and disconnected from our potential. But what if you didn't need to have it all figured out before starting? What if the secret to success wasn't perfection but experimentation?Today's episode covers how you can overcome fear and build momentum by treating your goals, dreams, and challenges like experiments.I introduce the powerful D.I.L.I. method to help you take manageable, meaningful steps toward growth. Whether you're navigating relationships, building a skill, or finding your community, this episode will inspire you to ditch perfectionism, embrace curiosity, and finally break free from inaction.If you've ever felt stuck, scared, or unsure how to move forward, this episode is for you. It's time to go from fear to freedom, one experiment at a time.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why fear of failure keeps us trapped in inaction and how to reframe it.How to use experimentation as a mindset shift to reduce pressure and build confidence.A step-by-step breakdown of the D.I.L.I. processReal-life examples of how to apply the D.I.L.I. process to making friends, starting hobbies, and overcoming fears.Links and Resources:Let's work together!  Are you ready to create emotional freedom and clarity in your life? Click HERE to learn more about one-on-one coaching with me!Complimentary Resources: Download the D.I.L.I. Workbook to guide you through the process. Download here.Get your copy of The Unblocked Journal to help bring awareness to perfectionist thinking and what it's creating in your life.Join My Do The Thing Community  Let's Connect:Follow me on Facebook & Instagram: @JessicaSmarroShare your thoughts and experiences with the hashtag #UnblockedPodcast and tag @jessicasmarro!Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Unblocked with Jessica Smarro! If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this. Let's Get Unblocked! 

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Dan Cox, the Superintendent of Schools in Rochester Community Unit School District 3A in Rochester, Illinois. In his 16-year education career in the state, he led the Staunton Community Unit School District and the Jasper County Community Unit 1 School District. He also served as an Assistant Principal and Principal at East Richland Elementary School in Olney. He is active on many boards at the local, regional, and state levels, including the State Assessment Review Committee for the Illinois State Board of Education.Some Questions We Ask:Can you tell us more about your career as a superintendent? (01:25)What aspect of your career is most rewarding? (02:18)What are your thoughts about the RAND research and how important wellness is to you in coping with stress? (04:04)How do you feel scrutiny of the superintendency has changed over the years? (05:45)What are key factors in unifying the community to support your vision? (09:34)How much do you think your experiences align with those of superintendents in your state or across the country? (07:11)How are you able to share and communicate your stories with the community? (12:39)What advice can you give to other school leaders who are struggling in building a community? (15:21) Why is it important for people to see superintendents as human beings? (18:23)How can the community support superintendents? (20:20)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Dr. Cox's career in education (01:36)Rewarding aspects of his career (02:29)The  importance of wellness in coping with stress (04:15)Scrutiny of the superintendency (05:53)Developing a single vision for the community (09:56)Thoughts on communication and storytelling (12:54)Advice on community-building for fellow school leaders (15:43)Humanizing the role of superintendents (18:35)Advocating for superintendents (20:26)Quotes:“We had a pandemic, and it was our responsibility as superintendents to bring a sense of hope, but also a sense of peace and calm and renewal—and then bring in joy and love: the joy of education and the love for what we do and who we serve, which is our kids and our communities.”“If I was to break it down and just really be authentic and vulnerable about it, [my advice for wellness] is to know who you are at your core and don't identify yourself with your profession.”Stay in touch with Dr. Dan Cox:LinkedInStay in touch with Sarah Williamson:Free Case Study GuideSWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

Do you ever feel like you set a goal, but weeks or months go by and nothing has really changed? You wonder how you've been so unproductive and if you're just avoiding the work or self-sabotaging. If this sounds familiar, I have an approach that can help.   In this episode, I introduce the concept of "Future You Thinking" and share four practical strategies to simplify task initiation, reduce overwhelm, and keep your priorities clear. These tools are especially useful if you have a lot of moving parts in your life.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/158

Playing the long game in your business and relationships is where your biggest wins will come from years down the road. I've seen this so many times and it's top of mind for me since a relationship that started 10 years ago is now paving the way for amazing opportunities now. In this episode, I'm sharing how the compound effect works in anything you want to create success in, why you have to show up consistently over TIME (we're talking YEARS), and how we all win now and later when we invest in relationships. We might be living in an instant-gratification world, but trust me: the real magic happens when you commit for the long haul. Check out our Sponsors: Open Phone - Stop juggling all your customer calls and texts from your personal phone. Save 20% off your first 6 months when you go to openphone.com/earn  Rocket Money - go to rocketmoney.com/EYH to check out the personal finance app that helps find and cancel your unwanted subscriptions, monitors your spending, and helps lower your bills so you can grow your savings.  Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at Shopify.com/happy Saily - Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily eSIM data plans! Go to https://saily.com/EARNHAPPY download the Saily app and use code 'EARNHAPPY' at checkout HIGHLIGHTS Why quick wins can't beat long-term connections. How the “compound effect” accelerates your growth over time. The power of showing up consistently and improving even just 1% better each day! Why if often takes over 3 years to see success in any business. How nurturing a 10-year relationship is leading to opportunities now. RESOURCES Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations, journal prompts, and motivation. Sign up for GrowthDay - https://www.growthday.com/lori?via=harder Watch on YouTube - @LoriHarder My book: A Tribe Called Bliss FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow Chris: @chriswharder Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow glōci: @getgloci Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness

We made it through January, and wow—what a ride!

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Quintin Shepherd. Quintin has 19 years' experience as a superintendent and currently holds that leadership role at Pflugerville Independent School District in Texas. He has a demonstrated history of improving school districts in both rural and urban areas in multiple states by being committed to transformational and collaborative leadership focused on doing what is best for the children in each district. Quintin is the co-author of the book “The Secret To Transformational Leadership,” together with podcast co-host Sarah Williamson, and his second book, “Transforming Education for Systemic Change and Empowered Communities,” was published in February 2024Some Questions We Ask:Tell us more about your career as a superintendent. (01:20)What is most rewarding about being a superintendent? (04:21)What are your thoughts regarding the 2022 and 2023 RAND research, and how do you cope with stress in your career? (06:02)How has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years? (09:32)In what ways have you developed a shared vision for your district with your community? (11:57)How are your experiences similar to other K-12 school leaders across the nation? (15:09)What is the best way to illuminate the humanity of district leaders? (17:27)As advocates for K-12 education, how can we truly support superintendents today? (19:14)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. Quintin Shepherd's career in education (01:30)The joys of being a superintendent (04:27) The changing nature of stress in this job over time, and his strategies for coping with it (06:29)Changes in scrutiny of the superintendency with the rise of the internet (09:38)Developing a shared vision for the district and being the chief storyteller (12:17)His experiences as a superintendent compared to others across the nation (15:17)Humanizing superintendents and district leaders (17:48)How supporters can all advocate for superintendents (19:41)Quotes:“There are only two types of people who work in schools. There are those who teach and those who support teachers. And never forget that [as a principal] you are now the chief supporter of your teachers in your school. ”“If I'm not my best self, I can't be an effective leader for the people who are counting on me.”“Leaders are tremendously adept at filling space. We can create it and fill it all day long, but it's a totally different skill set to be able to create the space and then just hold it for others, to be able to fill that space—and do so in a way that's respectful."“I'm just a big advocate of going to the community first. It requires tremendous vulnerability, tremendous humility. But if you lead that way, the community will actually step up and help you solve the problem.”Connect with Quintin Shepherd:Dr. Quintin Shepherd's LinkedInDr. Quintin Shepherd's TwitterStay in touch with Sarah Williamson:Free Case Study GuideSWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

Could accountability, community, and group coaching help bring your dream to life in 2025? What if you could find all three in one nurturing space that welcomes your messy action? In this final mini-episode in the 3-part series, I've shifted from my regular podcast rhythms in order to bring you on what you need most: strategies to help you make real progress on your God-shaped dream. And this episode is about how you can start taking weekly action on your dream. This bonus episode takes you behind the scenes of a recent Dreamer Lab accountability call to hear what it's like on the inside. A member testimonial shares about our gentle approach to goal setting and accountability, celebrating small wins, and the mindset shifts necessary to successfully pursue your dream. Ready to plan and take the next actions that will bring your dream to life? Hit play to get started now! Then join the waitlist for the Dreamer Lab today at: https://www.merrittonsa.com/dreamerlab Doors will open again for the next cohort by summer 2025.   NEXT STEPS: Join Dream Believers: https://www.merrittonsa.com/ibelieve Connect with me: Website || Instagram || Book a Discovery Call Get Connected with the Facebook Community Support the Podcast Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts/iTunes Subscribe: on Apple Podcasts * on Android

Today, I'm excited to bring you the final installment of our Momentum Map. I know you're eager to unlock the secrets to your success, and this episode is key.  We're focusing on consistency—the magic ingredient that ensures you stay on track. I'll share why consistency matters, how to build trust with yourself, and practical ways to maintain your momentum.  If you're ready to elevate your journey and see your goals come to life, join me in exploring this essential practice.  Show Highlights: The need for consistency [02:58] How do we achieve big results? [03:57] Building trust with ourselves [04:42] The key to staying in momentum [05:46] Challenges in building consistency [07:04] Learn about having external accountability [09:24] Breaking the culture of instant gratification [11:46] Focusing on one thing at a time [13:47] For more details and to register for the "Clarity and Courage for 2025" workshop, visit www.brilliant-balance.com/courage. Get my free Self Guided Retreat Workbook: https://brilliant-balance.com/selfguidedretreat Subscribe to the Brilliant Balance Weekly: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly  Follow Cherylanne on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki Join the Brilliant Balance Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 

The key to a successful business starts with one simple thing. It's not a secret formula or life hack. It's momentum.Today, we'll discuss how to start your day with rapid-fire action, lock in your morning ritual, and most importantly, how to master momentum. Just committing to 3-4 habits can create real impact in your business. Are you ready to build momentum?Support the showJoin our weekly calls so you we can help you too!

Community-Led Monitoring has been on the rise in the HIV response. Known as CLM for short, it's a tactic being championed and implemented to ensure that communities play a direct role in monitoring and improving HIV services. This episode of PxPulse: The Advocacy Chronicles puts a spotlight on CLM in Malawi, where civil society and communities are successfully using CLM to connect government decision makers to gaps in HIV services and to what people really need. Thanks to persistent advocacy, both PEPFAR and Global Fund now recognize, through their funding, the critical role of CLM. David Kamkwamba, a journalist and health advocate and the former chair of the Civil Society Advocacy Forum on HIV and related diseases (CSAF),  tells us what advocates have accomplished in Malawi and just how they did it. CSAF and AVAC are partners in the Coalition to Build Momentum, Power, Activism, Strategy & Solidarity (COMPASS) which has supported extensive work on community-led monitoring in Malawi and across the region.

This week, we're exploring a transformative yet simple concept: the power of small wins. These tiny victories might seem insignificant on their own, but when stacked together, they create unstoppable momentum that can completely transform your mindset, habits, and progress.

The Connection Codes team has a conversation about the transition into 2025, sharing their insights on goals, community, and the intentional steps they're taking for growth in the new year. They discuss the importance of connection, both within relationships and with oneself, and the small, actionable changes that can create meaningful momentum. Tera shares her word of the year—see—which is about the power of truly seeing others and allowing herself to be seen. Glenn explores the balance between responsibilities and creative passions, while Phyllis opens up about the role of community in supporting life changes. Together, they invite you to reflect, take small steps forward, and avoid staying stuck in fear or perfectionism as you navigate your own journeys into the new year. Links and Resources: To download the Core Emotion Wheel: https://www.connectioncodes.co/wheel To enroll in Foundations use the code PODCAST for 20% off: https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-course-online Book a coaching session with Dr. Glenn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-help Chapters: 00:00:00 – The Spark of 2025: New Year, Same Us? 00:00:44 – When Lamps Were Stage Lights: The Origin Story 00:01:15 – Dream Boards, January Guilt, and Echo's Goals 00:02:45 – Community: Why We Resist What We Need Most 00:04:53 – Intentions Without Action Are Just Wishes 00:07:55 – Isolation, Loneliness, and Late-Night Subscriptions 00:09:59 – From Isolation to Joy: The Year in Review 00:12:08 – One Word for 2025: S-E-E 00:14:33 – Balancing Dreams, Writing Novels, and Life's Checklists 00:16:48 – The Wheel That Keeps Us Grounded 00:23:23 – Zoom Calls, Fear, and a Barn in 2020 00:24:14 – Behind the Grainy Camera: Trusting the Unknown 00:24:44 – The Quiet Impact of Tera and Wes Wages 00:27:55 – Community Isn't a Buzzword—It's a Lifeline 00:31:46 – Imperfect Starts, Perfect Timing 00:34:04 – Momentum: The Small Steps That Move Mountains 00:43:19 – Teamship: When Everyone Carries the Load 00:46:03 – The Invitation: Start Small, Start Now

In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of celebrating small wins. Discover how acknowledging progress, no matter how small, can ignite team morale, foster a culture of positivity, and create unstoppable momentum. We'll share practical exercises, real-life anecdotes, and proven strategies to help you turn every milestone into a stepping stone for bigger victories.

Jeffrey Lee, Cole Pinkston, and Alan Head discuss the latest recruiting news regarding Auburn Football and Basketball. The Auburn Live crew takes an in-depth look at the latest offers from Auburn, the recruits who will visit the Plains in the coming weeks, hoops news, and more.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, host Paul Alex dives deep into the secret weapon of success—momentum. It's not just about getting started; it's about sustaining that drive to push your business to the next level.Key Takeaways:Start Small, Start Strong: Discover why consistent, small wins are the foundation of unstoppable momentum.Consistency Is Non-Negotiable: Learn how daily discipline fuels long-term growth and keeps your progress on track.Eliminate Momentum Killers: Find out how to cut distractions, bad habits, and negativity to stay focused on your mission.Paul shares his own journey of grinding through early challenges and hitting milestones, offering actionable strategies to build momentum and guard it fiercely.

Liz & Becca deliver some hard truths about motivation, personal responsibility, and building momentum. They explain why relying on motivation is a recipe for failure and share how consistent action—not feelings—creates confidence and results. From setting boundaries in relationships to showing up for yourself every day, this episode is packed with tough love and actionable insights to help you get out of your own way and achieve your goals. Tune in to learn how to become the unstoppable force your life needs. Full episode original air date: 01.07.2022 ***

Let's dive deep into the principles that give high achievers, like you, their edge- all while conserving energy, sustaining momentum, and making choices that set you up for a legacy that lasts.

Notre Dame faces a much-improved Georgia Tech defense this weekend, and it's a chance for the Irish offense to build some much-needed momentum. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices