Podcasts about building trust

Have you heard a parent ask, “Why are we making math so complicated?” You're not alone.Many teachers want to move beyond rote procedures—but hit resistance when families raise concerns about “new math.” From social media posts to parent-teacher conferences, the pressure to revert to traditional instruction is real.But the issue isn't just parent perception. Often, teachers aren't yet confident in conceptual models themselves. And without the right support, it's easy to retreat back to what feels safe.Listeners Will Learn:Why parents often push back on visual models and multiple strategiesHow teacher confidence impacts the success of math shiftsWhat leaders can do to support teachers before inviting parents inThe importance of teacher epiphanies (and how to create them!)How to engage families in the why behind conceptual mathIdeas for parent communication that build trust, not tensionWhat it really means to shift the narrative around math understandingWhether you're a teacher navigating tough conversations or a coach supporting system-wide change, this episode delivers mindset shifts and practical moves to help you stay the course—even when pushback is loud.Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem-based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & Units Show Notes PageLove the show? Text us your big takeaway!Are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.

In this episode, we explore the rare but inspiring career path from Production Director to Executive Pastor.We are joined by Dave Clark of Fellowship Church (Grapevine) to discuss how he transitioned from technical leadership to executive leadership. We break down the difference between treating ministry as a "job" versus a "calling," and Dave shares practical advice on how tech directors can build trust with senior pastors and get "unstuck" when they feel stagnant.In this episode you'll hear:0:00 Toby's Church Planting Story6:30 Dave Clark (Fellowship Church Grapevine) Joins14:30 Defining Ministry: A Job vs. A Calling17:00 Career Path: From Tech Director to Executive Pastor21:45 How to Minister to Production Volunteers27:00 Getting "Unstuck" in Your Ministry Career29:00 Building Trust with Senior Leadership38:00 Pastor Ed Young's Wildest Production Requests48:00 Staying Calm During a Tech Disaster53:00 Avoiding "Imaginary Arguments"54:15 Tech Takeaway: Ask Questions to Understand55:45 C3 Conference PreviewYou can sign up for the C3 Conference with this link to get a special rate discount from $229 to $99. https://brushfire.com/fellowship/c3conference2026/598770/register?typeCode=C3COMEBACKGet Toby's new book "Sacred Spaces, Modern Production" here. Resources for your Church Tech Ministry Sell Us Gear: Does your church have used gear that you need to convert into new ministry dollars? We can make you an offer here. Buy Our Gear: Do you need some production gear but lack the budget to buy new gear? You can shop our gear store here. Connect with us: Sales Bulletin: Get better deals than the public and get them earlier too here! Early Service: Get our best gear before it goes live on our site here. Instagram: Hangout with us on the gram here! Reviews: Leaving us a review on the podcast player you're listening to us on really helps the show. If you enjoyed this episode, you can say thank you with a review!

Ownership is the dividing line between average and elite leaders. It also builds incredible trust. Drawing from Jocko Willink and Viktor Frankl, this episode challenges leaders to replace blame with responsibility and reclaim their power to act.You Got This,Ryan

What do late-night comedy writers know about trust, influence, and human connection that most business leaders don't? In this episode of Truth, Lies & Work, we're joined by Beth Sherman — a seven-time Emmy-winning comedy writer who spent three decades in Hollywood writers' rooms before taking what she learned into the world of business. Beth has written for The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Ellen, the Screen Actors Guild Awards, and the Oscars. Today, she works with leaders, sales teams, and organisations who want to build trust quickly, communicate with confidence, and connect more humanly at work. This is not about telling jokes in meetings. It's about understanding why humour works, how truth creates connection, and why the most effective communicators are the most observant — not the funniest. What you'll learn in this episode Why “truth is funny” — and what that reveals about trust and rapport The difference between self-awareness and self-deprecation (and why confusing the two damages credibility) How humour creates psychological safety without undermining authority Why being human matters more as work becomes more automated and AI-driven How observational humour helps in sales, leadership, presentations, and difficult conversations Why you don't need to be funny — you need to be emotionally intelligent and observant Beth explains how comedians build instant rapport with strangers, and why those same principles are powerful in boardrooms, client meetings, and tense workplace moments. Why this matters for leaders and teams In a world where people can buy similar products, services, and solutions anywhere, relationships are the differentiator. Humour, when used properly, signals: Awareness of the room Confidence without ego Safety without softness Humanity without oversharing Beth's work shows that humour isn't about performance. It's about connection — and connection is the foundation of trust, influence, and persuasion at work. About our guest Beth Sherman is a comedian, keynote speaker, and communication expert. She spent over 30 years writing comedy at the highest level before translating those principles into practical tools for business leaders. Her upcoming book is published by Blue Goat Books.

In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Melina Palmer sits down with Leslie John, a behavioral scientist at Harvard Business School and author of the thought-provoking book, Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing. Together, they challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding sharing personal information, arguing that the real risk lies not in oversharing, but in undersharing. Leslie's research reveals that revealing more about ourselves can strengthen connections, foster trust, and enhance decision-making in both personal and professional contexts. As they explore the nuances of sharing, Melina and Leslie discuss the importance of context, the dynamics of vulnerability versus transparency, and how these concepts play out in workplace interactions, especially during high-stakes scenarios like job interviews. Listeners will be encouraged to reflect on their own sharing habits and consider how a little more openness might improve their relationships and effectiveness at work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their communication skills and build deeper connections with others. In this episode: Discover the concept of TLI (Too Little Information) and its impact on relationships. Learn how oversharing can actually lead to stronger connections and trust. Understand the difference between transparency and vulnerability in communication. Explore strategies for effectively sharing information in workplace settings. Gain insights into the role of authenticity in job interviews and professional interactions. Get important links, top recommended books and episodes, and a full transcript at thebrainybusiness.com/561. Looking to explore applications of behavioral economics further?  Learn With Us on our website. Subscribe to Melina's Newsletter Brainy Bites.  Let's connect: Send Us a Message Follow Melina on LinkedIn The Brainy Business on Youtube The Brainy Business on Instagram

In this conversation, Chris Horrell shares his journey from law enforcement to becoming a successful real estate agent. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with clients, focusing on their needs, and creating a positive impact in their lives. Chris discusses his approach to client engagement, community involvement, and leveraging social media, particularly YouTube, to grow his business. He reflects on the challenges and motivations that drive him in the real estate industry, highlighting the satisfaction he derives from helping others.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Dive into top compliance priorities for 2026 - the most unpredictable year yet - with our latest episode, where we explore the evolving landscape of regulatory priorities. Join Kimberley Cole and industry experts Bernadine Reese and Carol Beaumier from Protiviti as they unpack the complexities of compliance in an unpredictable environment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the challenges of governance, risk, and compliance. SHOW NOTES 00:01 2026 Compliance Landscape 02:06 Reflecting on 2025 Predictions 03:41 Unpredictability in Regulation 13:49 Building Trust and Ethical Decision-Making 18:58 The Role of Technology in Compliance 21:11 Q Day & Other Hot Takes Transcript and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/01/podcast-s9e1-compliance-priorities-for-2026/

In this solo episode, I explore why feeling unsettled, impatient, or slightly off isn't a sign that something is wrong—but a signal that you're expanding into a new level of leadership. I unpack how safety, not speed, creates clarity, and why so many high-achieving women misinterpret nervous system discomfort as failure. This conversation reframes uncertainty as part of the embodiment process required for your next level of visibility, authority, and impact. I also share how slowing down, regulating your energy, and fully embodying your message allows you to hold more—more clients, more revenue, and more responsibility—without burnout. This episode is an invitation to stop forcing clarity and instead become the woman who can sustain what she's asking for. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Exciting Announcement: First In-Person Retreat 01:30 Welcome to Woman of Influence 02:19 Shaking Up the Routine 03:54 The Struggle of High Achieving Women 06:03 Special Offer: Growth Collective Membership 07:46 Client Story: Overcoming Overwhelm 10:31 The Importance of Slowing Down 17:51 Building Trust and Authority 22:46 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Retreat QUOTABLES: “ Most women are not confused, especially when they come into my world. Even if they think they are, they are not confused. But man, are they uncomfortable. And we have been taught to fix that discomfort instead of listening to it and letting it be a teacher that actually guides us to the best decisions that we can make next.” - Julie Solomon  “ I'm not here to help you post and be seen. Anyone can do that. I'm here to help you post to be remembered and paid by the right people. I want you to have buyers, not followers. Because you cannot execute conversion first content from a rushed, reactive, cluttered, nervous system. It just doesn't happen. Conversion requires precision, intention, pausing, leadership. Yes, we do build content that collapses the buying gap. We need that too. But first we have to build the woman who can hold it.”  - Julie Solomon RESOURCES: ✨ Unscripted: My First In-Person Retreat in 2+ Years — Now Accepting Applications If you've felt your voice no longer matches the woman you've become, this intimate 2-day retreat in Nashville (Feb 5–6, 2026) is for you. Unscripted is where your message, identity, and leadership come back into alignment—without pressure, performance, or shrinking. Spots are limited and application-only. Apply now at juliesolomon.net/unscripted.

Everyone wants to be authentic, but few are willing to be fully themselves in a filtered culture. Chalene Johnson did not build her empire by chasing attention. She built it by choosing clarity over chaos and truth over performance. She stayed fully herself even when the culture moved in the opposite direction. She understands that the strongest influence isn't created in a moment. It's built over time through clarity, strategy, and consistency.  In this episode, Emily and Chalene explore the content strategy that deepens with time, the kind that turns authenticity into timeless authority. Together, they unpack the shift happening in the creator economy, the future of premium content, and how leaders can stay fully aligned while adapting to change. If you're done performing and ready to lead, this episode is for you! What You'll Learn: Why authenticity alone doesn't build authority How to be fully yourself and strategically influential What women get wrong about aging, visibility, and self-expression How to turn lived experience into content that teaches, not just entertains How to build authority that compounds over time Timestamps: (02:43) - Building Without Chasing Attention (08:07) - Authenticity vs Performative Influence (11:25) - Navigating the Influencer World and Building Trust (19:07) - Share the “What Not to Do” As Well (21:19) - The Shift Women Must Make With Fitness & Aging (26:58) - The Power of Community (31:50) - How Long-form Content Creates Deeper Influence (35:19) - Becoming An Authority (39:36) - Keeping it simple! (50:08) - When the Top Creators Walk Away (53:03) - AI, Influence, and the Future of Online Business (55:36) - The New Rules of Personal Branding in a Shifting Online World (57:17) Age Maxing vs Anti-Aging Connect with Chalene: Website |  https://chalene.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/chalenejohnson/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/chalene  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/user/Chalenejohnson  More from Emily & FORDIVINE: Website |  https://meetemilyford.com   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily         Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod    YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD  Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/  FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/   

Send us a textAccessing TRUST particularly in chaotic environments like Iran, where protests and turmoil are prevalent. We explore how trust in oneself and in spiritual guidance can empower individuals to navigate their own lives amidst external chaos. The conversation shifts to the concept of empowerment, discussing how readiness for change can lead to significant societal shifts, drawing parallels between personal experiences and global events. We emphasize the importance of recognizing one's environment and the impact it has on personal growth and potential, advocating for a proactive approach to life and trust in one's intuition."There's something about the ripeness of things."  As they explore the dynamics of societal change, they draw parallels to personal experiences, emphasizing that trust in oneself and in Spiritual Guidance is crucial for navigating life's challenges.   "Trusting spirit and working through it."The hosts encourage listeners to reflect on their own environments and the impact of external influences on their personal growth and decision-making. TakeawaysTrust is essential in chaotic environments.Empowerment comes from readiness for change.We must discern our environment to reach our potential.Timing is crucial for personal and societal transformation.Trusting oneself can lead to unexpected journeys. Discover spiritual truths delivered in a practical way in these three e-books created by The Wayshowers College. Use discount code TNT2025 to receive 20% off the set. Ready to FEEL more FREEDOM within? Access the FREE video series created by The Wayshowers College here! Enjoy the first chapter of The Soul Quake Survival Guide here!Support the showHi! I'm Teresa. I have created this podcast to support "unseen" aspects of your life. You can call this the spiritual side. The podcast offers interviews of authors, healers, and thought leaders, for a positive higher spiritual perspective. Including ourselves! Our mission is to stimulate your inner wisdom, meaning, and enthusiasm for your unique journey. My husband Tom and I are also certified Spiritual Educators, and Consultants, who help make spirituality practical. We work spiritual awareness and sensitivity in all areas of our life for positive living. Through TNT ( Teresa n' Tom :) SpiritWorks, we can help you tap into your own Inner Guidance system on a daily basis, create a healthy balance between Thought and Feeling, and discover a stronger connection between you and your personal Spirit Guides through your Inner and Outer communication system: your Four Spiritual Gifts. Unlock ways to make the spiritual part of life practical. Connect with us at TNT SpiritWorks today! Follow us on:

Stephen Kehoe, EVP and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, PepsiCo, joins Justin Blake, Executive Director of the Edelman Trust Institute, at the World Economic Forum in Davos for a conversation on trust, leadership, and global responsibility. Drawing on findings from the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer, they discuss why trust is increasingly earned locally, how multinational companies balance global scale with local credibility, and what it means for business to broker trust amid economic pressure, misinformation, and geopolitical uncertainty.

When everything fell apart in just 30 days, Josie Williams didn't just survive, she began questioning the systems that were supposed to help. In this powerful episode, Josie shares how her lived experience with homelessness exposed the structural barriers baked into public health and social service systems, and how that experience now shapes her work helping organizations move from good intentions to real, equitable action. From rebuilding trust to rethinking community engagement and grant timelines, this conversation challenges what health equity actually requires. If you care about systems change rooted in lived experience, this is a must-listen.   Resources   ▶️ Join the PHEC Community ▶️ Visit the PHEC Podcast Show Notes ▶️ DrCHHuntley, Public Health & Epidemiology Consulting

SummaryIn this first episode of Unit3d w/BigTeam at Indiana University, Dr. Jesse Steinfeldt sits down with a fellow former collegiate football player, Clinical Sport Psychologist Dr. Jacob Cooper. Together, Jesse and Jacob explore a range of topics, ranging from football to masculinity to oxytocin to Oracles. This engaging episode will give viewers insights into comprehensive masculinity, clinical techniques to maximize men's ability to perform and to connect, applications to military and NASCAR spaces, as well as a cameo appearance from a prophet who gives his predictions on the CFP Championship game AND the Super Bowl! It is a fun and informative conversation between two meathead doctors who model and care about men's mental heath, on the football field and beyond.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health in Sports04:26 Dr. Cooper's Journey in Sports Psychology06:43 The Injury Clinic: A New Approach09:55 Building Trust with Coaches and Athletes12:34 The Importance of Visibility and Credibility16:36 Cultural Humility in Sports Psychology21:18 Breaking Down Barriers to Help-Seeking24:46 Modeling Emotional Intelligence in Athletics25:47 Introduction to Emotional Intelligence in Sports26:31 Working with High-Performance Teams28:00 Integrating Physiological Metrics in Training30:36 The Role of Visualization in High-Stress Situations33:21 Community Resilience During Crisis37:00 Leadership and Its Impact on Team Dynamics42:30 Reflections on Loss and Community StrengthGuest BioDr. Jacob Cooper is the Associate Athletic Director of Sport Psychology and Mental Wellness at Appalachian State University in North Carolina. He has worked with athletes at the Olympic, Professional, and Division-1 levels over the course of his career. Dr. Cooper has worked with athletes and staff throughout the NFL, NASCAR, NHL, MLB, NBA, MLS, and PGA. With a unique background and training in the areas of occupational and industrial psychology, culture building, leadership training, and military psychology, he has provided performance optimization for military personnel prior to their deployments as well as counseling for veterans transitioning back to civilian life throughout Western North Carolina, Indiana, and Boston.

In this first half of our special two-part episode of KeyLIME+, recorded live in Quebec City at the International Conference on Residency Education, Adam is joined by resident co-host Dr. Rory Clarke and guests Drs. Kimberly Lomis and Martin Pusic to explore how AI is transforming medical education. They discuss how AI is reshaping trust, connection, and growth in residency education, including its potential to enhance personal connections, mentorship, and personalized learning. Along the way, they share practical strategies educators can use to strike the right balance between innovation and human-centredness.    Length of episode:  30:46    Contact us: keylime@royalcollege.ca      Follow: Dr. Adam Szulewski https://x.com/Adam_Szulewski       

Jon Couture, CHRO at Vanguard, joined The Modern People Leader to share how Vanguard is balancing 50 years of legacy with the next 50 years of change. ----  Downloadable PDF with top takeaways: https://modernpeopleleader.kit.com/episode277Sponsor Links:

Rob Kancler joins Something For Everybody this week. Rob combines somatic wisdom, practical application, and spiritual insight to help men access their authentic sexual power. In this episode, I welcome back Rob to delve deeper into the complex topic of sexuality, particularly focusing on the question, "What is sex for?" Rob emphasizes the importance of integrity and wholeness in understanding sexual expression, suggesting that sex is not merely a physical act but a fundamental aspect of being human. He discusses how societal norms often lead to a disconnection from our true sexual selves, resulting in feelings of inadequacy and confusion about intimacy. The conversation explores the necessity of integrating our emotions and desires to achieve a fulfilling sexual life, highlighting the impact of societal pressures on men's understanding of their sexuality. -

The Journey of Independent Pediatric Practice with Dr. Brian BirchIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Herbie welcome back Dr. Brian Birch to discuss his two years of experience running an independent pediatric practice. They explore the successes and challenges of starting the practice, the key technologies that have supported its operation, and the culture and values driving its mission. The conversation covers the use of AI ambient scribes, patient communication tools, and the importance of maintaining relationships with patients. Dr. Birch also shares insights into leadership, team building, and the complexities of vaccine hesitancy in a changing healthcare landscape.00:00 Introduction to the Pediatric Lounge00:24 Welcoming Dr. Brian Birch00:39 Independent Practice Journey01:19 Practice Operations and Team Structure03:10 Technology in Practice03:29 AI and Digital Scribes18:12 Challenges and Solutions in Practice Management24:31 Building a Positive Culture29:25 The Courage to Prune for Growth30:46 Enterprise First Mindset31:55 Client Relationships and Non-Negotiables32:52 Navigating Vaccine Hesitancy36:41 Building Trust with Patients46:36 Challenges in Pediatric Practice47:13 Advocacy and Future Plans51:54 Networking and Community Support53:14 Conclusion and FarewellSupport the show

In this enlightening podcast episode, renowned yoga therapist and physician Dr. Loren Fishman joins Avi to discuss achieving world peace in our modern era. We explore how advanced surveillance, technology, and AI could end wars forever, the yogic philosophy of nonviolence and union, the pitfalls of "us vs. them" thinking, and the role of gratitude and service in personal and global harmony. Dr. Fishman shares his vision for unifying peace movements, influencing world leaders, and shifting humanity from barbarism to cooperation—drawing from history, Darwinism, and real-world examples like COVID and recent conflicts. Whether you're a yogi, philosopher, or peace advocate, this conversation will inspire you to rethink conflict and embrace inner peace.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro: Why Talk About Peace?00:43 - Surveillance and Motivation for Global Peace01:23 - Yogis United Against War02:15 - Inner Peace vs. Stopping Organized War03:44 - Yoga as Union: We're All Teammates04:49 - Building Trust and the Benefits of No War06:27 - Outdated War Strategies in a Nuclear Age07:44 - Starting the Peace Movement: Ideas and Challenges09:25 - Unifying Peace Groups Worldwide10:59 - Plan B: Appealing to World Leaders' Legacies11:50 - Grassroots Resistance: Refusing to Obey War Orders13:02 - Parable of Earth from Space: We're Still Barbarians14:29 - Controlling Instincts: From Sex to Possessions15:16 - Enlightenment as Ongoing Growth, Not an End Goal16:52 - Meditation's Long-Term Brain Changes18:20 - Human Progress: From Stone Age to Information Age19:45 - Raising Peace as a Priority20:26 - Hope and Historical Progress Toward Peace23:31 - War in Culture: Epics, Movies, and Songs25:31 - Evolving Beyond Darwin: Cooperation for Survival26:29 - Nonviolent Resistance to Invasion28:11 - Flipping Fear with Gratitude29:53 - Addressing Global Misery and Inequality31:28 - Success Leading to Service32:58 - War's Impact on Cities and Civilians34:28 - AI's Potential for Objective Leadership and Peace36:10 - AI in Medicine and Decision-Making37:33 - Resistance to AI: Fears and Job Loss40:30 - Universal Basic Income in an AI World43:15 - Future Focus on Health and Well-Being45:42 - Yoga's Origins and Therapeutic Benefits48:41 - Prioritizing Personal Health for Collective Harmony50:08 - Self-Care Includes Service to Others52:09 - Heroic Acts as Self-Care53:56 - Purpose for Longevity and Meaning55:31 - Human Nature: We Want to Give56:54 - Spreading Peace: Talks and Legacy58:27 - Closing ThoughtsIn over two decades of practice, Dr. Loren Fishman has gained an international reputation as a specialist in back pain and a pioneer in treating conditions like scoliosis, osteoporosis, and rotator cuff syndrome. An Assistant Clinical Professor at Columbia Medical School and past president of the New York Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, he has authored over 90 articles and 10 books, including Healing Yoga and Yoga for Osteoporosis. Dr. Fishman studied with B.K.S. Iyengar in India and integrates yoga into his clinical rehabilitation practice, lecturing globally on its benefits as an adjunct to medical treatment.Dr. Fishman's website: https://sciatica.org/Subscribe for more podcasts on yoga, philosophy, and personal growth!#WorldPeace #YogaForPeace #EndingWar #AIandSociety #YogaTherapy #Gratitude #Nonviolence #PodcastThanks for watching! Like, comment your thoughts on peace, and subscribe for more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new semester is days away—and Sharona is stepping back into teaching precalculus for the first time in about a decade, this time with today's alternative grading practices (and one big new twist). Before the “math content” really ramps up, Sharona and Boz make the case for spending serious time up front on what actually makes the semester work: trust, collaboration, and shared understanding of how learning will be evaluated.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!The Three Gamers ActivityStudents as Partners in Learning AssessmentHow Much Can You WinCommunicating Effectively with Students about Alternative GradingThe SAFE Approach to Earning Buy-inInitial Draft of New Active Learning Activity Around Grading for Students - Laying the Groundwork for Collaborative GradingResourcesThe Center for Grading Reform - seeking to advance education in the United States by supporting effective grading reform at all levels through conferences, educational workshops, professional development, research and scholarship, influencing public policy, and community building.The Grading Conference - an annual, online conference exploring Alternative Grading in Higher Education & K-12.Some great resources to educate yourself about Alternative Grading:The Grading for Growth BlogThe Grading ConferenceThe Intentional Academia BlogRecommended Books on Alternative Grading:

Tom Schwab - Interview Valet On Standing Out: "What's amazing now is AI is indexing all of these. So if you just say, I'm a coach, it's saying, well, do I recommend James or the other million people that identify as a coach?." Podcasts are everywhere these days.  They are the current neato thing to be a guest on, a host of and a listener to. But how do you become a guest on podcasts?  Should you be a podcast guest?  What podcast has the best audience?  What do you do after you have been a guest? Tom Schwab is the founder of Interview Valet, a white glove podcast guest placement service.  Tom explains the ins and outs of podcasts and the value that being on the right podcast can bring to you and your business. Listen as Tom explains the value of podcasts and how to grow your brand by being a guest on them Enjoy! Visit Tom at: https://interviewvalet.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/interview_valet/   Podcast Overview: 00:00 Podcast Evolution and Accessibility 07:33 Building Relationships in Marketplace Growth 11:28 "Specificity in Digital Marketing Strategy" 20:37 "Accountability for Server Content" 26:20 "Curiosity and Caution in Interviews" 27:43 "Podcasting Tips for Professionals" 36:49 "Feedback That Changed Everything" 43:06 "Maximizing Engagement Through Feedback" 45:37 "Podcast Guesting Gone Wrong" 53:53 "Scaling Through Systems and Collaboration" 56:48 "Building Trust in Client Pitches" Sponsors: Live Video chat with our customers here with LiveSwitch: https://join.liveswitch.com/gfj3m6hnmguz Some videos have been recorded with Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=james-kademan Podcast Transcription:    

AI is everywhere right now and for a lot of nonprofit leaders, it feels equal parts exciting and overwhelming. In this episode, Woodrow Rosenbaum Chief Data Officer, GivingTuesday) and Elizabeth Kelly (Head of Beneficial Deployments, Anthropic) bring in a refreshing, human-first conversation about what it actually means to build AI fluency in the nonprofit sector.This isn't about becoming a prompt expert or chasing the latest tool. It's about learning when AI can help, when it can't, and how to use it responsibly in ways that strengthen trust, decision-making, and mission impact. Together, they unpack why AI fluency is quickly becoming the new digital literacy and how nonprofits can move forward without fear, hype, or burnout.You'll walk away with practical insights on how to:Shift from “should we use AI?” to “how do we use it responsibly and well?”Build AI fluency as an organizational muscle, not a one-time trainingStart small with AI by improving one painful workflow at a timePut guardrails in place around privacy, bias, and human reviewAvoid using AI just to do the same work faster and instead focus on better outcomesCreate shared learning and trust so teams experiment without fearIf you've been waiting for permission to go slow, ask better questions, and lead with intention, this one's for you.Episode Highlights: Understanding AI Fluency and Its Importance (02:17)The Role of Data in Nonprofit AI Adoption (05:10)Real-World Applications of AI in Nonprofits (07:40)Launching Claude for Nonprofits (10:38)Building Trust and Responsible AI Use (13:24)Governance and Oversight in AI Implementation (16:27)Elizabeth + Woodrow One Good Thing (22:54)Dive Deeper: AI Fluency Course (Anthropic)Fundraising.aiEpisode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/675Save your free seat at the We Are For Good Summit

Join us as we dive into the future of photography with Ronan Ryle, Jonathan Ryle, and Steve Saporito. Discover how AI is reshaping the industry and why embracing this change is crucial for photographers who want to thrive.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeAI as a Game-Changer: Discover why AI is a pivotal opportunity for photographers.Client Transformation Focus: Learn how prioritizing client transformation can differentiate your business.First Mover Advantage: Understand the benefits of being an early adopter in the AI revolution.Building Trust with AI: Explore how AI can help attract high-quality clients by fostering trust.Practical Implementation: Hear real-world examples of AI tools enhancing business strategies.Join the Difference Maker Revolution!The Difference Maker Revolution Podcast was created for photographers who want more than a business — they want impact, freedom, and fulfillment.We believe photography has the power to change lives, and that profit and purpose aren't opposites — they're partners. When they align, photographers unlock not just income, but influence and independence.Hosted by Steve Saporito, Ronan Ryle, Jonathan Ryle, and Jeanine McLeod, this show brings together decades of experience helping thousands of studios worldwide transform from surviving to thriving.Each episode dives deep into what really drives growth — not gimmicks or hacks, but the mindset, strategy, and systems that turn creativity into consistency and purpose into profit.You'll hear real conversations with industry leaders, proven frameworks that work in any market, and honest stories from photographers who've built businesses that matter — without losing the heart that started it all.If you're ready to grow, to lead, and to prove that you can build a photography business that's both profitable and purposeful — welcome home.This is The Difference Maker Revolution

In this conversation, Anthony Coleman, a seasoned real estate agent from North Texas, shares his journey in the real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of building strong client relationships, establishing effective processes, and navigating the challenges of team growth. He discusses his focus on investor clients, the significance of trust in real estate transactions, and the strategies he employs to scale his business while maintaining a personal touch with clients.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Trust is no longer built after the first meeting — it's built before you ever walk into the room. In this episode of The C-Suite Mentor Podcast, Theresa Cantley sits down with leadership advisor and storyteller Matt Stone to explore how human connection, intentional communication, and storytelling shape trust in today's business landscape. From navigating conflict and toxic leadership to understanding how personal history influences workplace behavior, Matt shares powerful insights drawn from his background in law, leadership consulting, and organizational psychology. Together, Theresa and Matt unpack why relationships either grow or decay, how small avoided conversations create massive breakdowns, and why leaders must reconnect to their own internal alignment before they can truly lead others. The conversation also dives into Matt's latest venture, Amped, where he helps founders and CEOs tell their stories on camera to build trust with stakeholders before the first conversation ever happens.   Things to Listen For: • How Matt's childhood and constant relocation shaped his ability to build trust quickly with others [7:45] • Why trust is built through relationships — not roles, authority, or titles [8:10] • Why leaders struggle to see greatness in others if they can't see it in themselves [14:10] • The parallels between family conflict and organizational breakdowns [22:45] • Why relationships are always either moving closer or drifting apart — never staying the same [26:20] • The hidden cost of avoiding "small" conversations in leadership and business [26:45] • A leadership mindset shift that can transform culture and performance [29:00] • How storytelling builds trust before stakeholders ever meet you [38:15] • Why authenticity on camera is harder — and more important — than people realize [43:40] • How unresolved personal experiences silently impact workplace communication [50:25] BOOK A C-SUITE SNAPSHOT: If you're ready to uncover where your business is breaking down and create a clear plan for the next 60–90 days, book a C-Suite Snapshot. Together we'll identify what's not working, what needs to change, and where the biggest opportunities for momentum exist. https://theresacantley.com/business-audit BOOK A COFFEE CHAT: Want to talk through where you're stuck or what's shifting inside your business? Book a free virtual coffee chat and let's explore what support you need to lead with more confidence, clarity, and alignment. https://meetwiththeresa.as.me/virtualcoffee Shownotes: In this episode, Theresa Cantley welcomes leadership advisor and storyteller Matt Stone for a wide-ranging, deeply human conversation about leadership, trust, and connection. Building Trust Through Human Connection Matt shares how growing up in a military family — moving frequently and constantly being "the new kid" — taught him the power of building trust quickly through relationships. These early experiences shaped his belief that connection, not credentials, creates opportunity. Leadership Is About Relationships, Not Just Results Theresa and Matt explore how leaders often focus on outcomes while neglecting relationships — and how this imbalance erodes trust, engagement, and performance over time. Why Small Conversations Matter One of the most powerful insights from this episode is Matt's explanation that relationships are never static — they're either moving closer together or further apart. Avoiding small, uncomfortable conversations creates distance that eventually leads to major breakdowns. Lessons from Law and Organizational Conflict Drawing from his background in family law, Matt explains how breakdowns in trust mirror what happens in businesses — and why unresolved tension almost always results in lose-lose outcomes. Rebuilding Trust Inside Organizations Matt outlines how rebuilding trust starts by putting the "issue" aside and addressing the human relationship first. Once people feel heard, seen, and respected, collaboration becomes possible again. The Inside-Out Approach to Leadership Theresa shares her leadership framework focused on internal alignment — helping leaders reconnect with who they are and who they want to be — before expecting alignment from others. Storytelling as a Trust Accelerator Matt introduces Amped, his new venture designed to help founders and CEOs tell their stories on camera. He explains why video is one of the most powerful tools for building trust before a meeting, pitch, or partnership ever begins. Authenticity, Video, and Being Seen The conversation explores why being "authentic" on camera is difficult, why over-polishing kills trust, and how storytelling helps the right people connect — while naturally repelling the wrong ones. The Conversations We Avoid at Work Matt highlights one of the most overlooked leadership challenges: how personal experiences, past trauma, and unprocessed emotions silently interfere with communication and decision-making inside organizations.   Final Leadership Reflection This episode closes with a powerful reminder: leadership is not about perfection — it's about presence, curiosity, and the willingness to have honest conversations that strengthen trust over time.  

Randy Hux is the Founder and President of Hux Capital Management, a fiduciary financial planning firm headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, Randy is known for his passion, integrity, and deeply personalized approach to retirement and investment planning.As a licensed fiduciary, Randy upholds the highest legal and ethical standards, always putting clients' best interests first. His philosophy is simple: financial planning should be transparent, easy to understand, and results-driven—not filled with confusing jargon or sales pressure. Clients describe Randy as personable, trustworthy, and refreshingly honest—qualities that have earned him a loyal following throughout Louisiana and beyond.Under Randy's leadership, Hux Capital Management offers a holistic suite of services including proactive money management, retirement income strategies, tax-efficient investing, insurance planning, Social Security optimization, and family legacy and estate planning. His approach blends math, science, and human empathy to build custom financial plans that are designed to last a lifetime—and beyond.Randy is frequently called upon for expert commentary on retirement planning, fiduciary responsibility, and investor education. His mission remains clear: to empower individuals and families with the clarity, confidence, and control they need to enjoy their financial future on their terms.Learn more: http://www.huxcapitalmanagement.com/Investment advisory and financial planning services are offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. SEC registration does not constitute an endorsement of the firm nor does it indicate that the adviser has attained a particular level of skill or ability. Investing involves the risk of loss. Insurance, Consulting and Education services offered through Hux Capital Management. Hux Capital Management is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-randy-hux-founder-and-president-of-hux-capital-management-discussing-building-trust-in-financial-advisory

Randy Hux is the Founder and President of Hux Capital Management, a fiduciary financial planning firm headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, Randy is known for his passion, integrity, and deeply personalized approach to retirement and investment planning.As a licensed fiduciary, Randy upholds the highest legal and ethical standards, always putting clients' best interests first. His philosophy is simple: financial planning should be transparent, easy to understand, and results-driven—not filled with confusing jargon or sales pressure. Clients describe Randy as personable, trustworthy, and refreshingly honest—qualities that have earned him a loyal following throughout Louisiana and beyond.Under Randy's leadership, Hux Capital Management offers a holistic suite of services including proactive money management, retirement income strategies, tax-efficient investing, insurance planning, Social Security optimization, and family legacy and estate planning. His approach blends math, science, and human empathy to build custom financial plans that are designed to last a lifetime—and beyond.Randy is frequently called upon for expert commentary on retirement planning, fiduciary responsibility, and investor education. His mission remains clear: to empower individuals and families with the clarity, confidence, and control they need to enjoy their financial future on their terms.Learn more: http://www.huxcapitalmanagement.com/Investment advisory and financial planning services are offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. SEC registration does not constitute an endorsement of the firm nor does it indicate that the adviser has attained a particular level of skill or ability. Investing involves the risk of loss. Insurance, Consulting and Education services offered through Hux Capital Management. Hux Capital Management is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-randy-hux-founder-and-president-of-hux-capital-management-discussing-building-trust-in-financial-advisory

In an industry often defined by hard data and low bids, how do you actually win work without "selling out"? In this episode of Constructive, I sit down with Ken Harms, a construction industry veteran with over 40 years of experience, to discuss the transition from technical project management to the human side of business development. Ken recently authored the book, Building Trust and Winning Work, where he argues that winning work has less to do with the physical proposal and everything to do with how you show up for your clients and build authentic relationships. We dive deep into the "Doer-Seller" model, the psychological hurdles of trust, and why the phrase "stay in your lane" is a creativity killer for construction firms. Key Topics Covered:The Trust Hurdle: Why being likable and competent isn't enough if you break your word. Service over Selling: Shifting your mindset from "making a sale" to being of radical service to the client. The Power of Curiosity: Why you should walk into a client meeting with a legal pad and six questions instead of a glossy brochure. Coaching & Mentorship: Why even the best in the industry—like Steph Curry—still need a coach to stay on top of their game. AI in Construction: How to use AI as a force multiplier for research without losing the essential "face-to-face" human connection. Whether you're an APM looking to accelerate your career or a C-suite executive rethinking your corporate strategy, Ken's insights offer a blueprint for winning work with integrity. Connect with Ken Harms:Book: Building Trust and Winning Work LinkedIn: Kenneth HarmsMusic by Bensound.comLicense code: JT4WZ4TPKR0WYGNMArtist: Lunar Years

#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale.To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner.Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcastFor all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Takeaways- Kelly's five rule philosophy empowers teams to perform at their best.- Self-awareness is crucial in identifying what you enjoy and excel at.- Leaders must differentiate between urgent and important tasks.- Hiring for values alignment is more important than cultural fit.- Mental marination is essential for strategic decision-making.- Work-life balance is a myth; harmony is the goal.- Trust is the foundation of effective leadership.- Ambition should be aligned with personal values and fulfillment.- Delegation is key to effective leadership and team empowerment.- Success is about leaving a positive legacy rather than just achieving titles. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kelly McGinnis03:16 Early Influences and Career Path06:12 Lessons from Early Corporate Experiences11:18 Navigating Leadership and Management15:05 Hiring for Culture and Values18:11 The Myth of the 100-Hour Work Week20:46 Finding Harmony in Work and Life23:10 Building Trust for Sustainable Success24:35 Ambition vs. Alignment: Finding Fulfillment27:44 Mental Marination: The Key to Effective Leadership30:38 Balancing Urgency and Importance in Leadership34:51 The Art of Delegation and Trust in Teams38:51 Navigating Difficult Conversations: Letting People Go41:36 Redefining Success: Legacy and Happiness  

In this episode of Demand Gen Studio, we break down how B2B companies should get started with social media, focusing on one of the most misunderstood decisions: Organic vs. Paid.Rather than treating social media as a posting channel, we explore why social media matters in B2B, how it helps build trust and credibility, and how to choose the right approach depending on your stage, resources, and demand goals.0:00 Intro1:30  Understanding Organic vs. Paid Social Media2:26  Importance of Social Media Presence for B2B4:54 Building Trust and Authenticity on Social Media7:15 Strategies for Organic Social Media16:03  Getting Started with Organic Social Media21:40 When to Start with Paid Social Media

In this episode, we're sharing a conversation from the Builder Stories podcast where host Eric Fortenberry, the Founder and CEO of JobTread, interviews Kyle! Kyle shares his origin story, how he got started in marketing, and why he ultimately narrowed his focus to serving remodeling business owners. The conversation covers the evolution of Remodelers On The Rise, from early marketing coaching to a full business coaching platform focused on financial clarity, sales process, leadership, and community. You'll also hear Kyle's perspective on why implementation is so difficult, the value of peer groups and in person events, and how remodelers can build a business that supports both growth and life outside of work! ----- Ready to streamline your business and increase profits? Visit JobTreadto see how their all-in-one construction management software helps remodelers and builders simplify estimating, scheduling, job costing, and invoicing. ----- Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights! ----- Takeaways JobTread simplifies construction management for remodelers. Effective marketing and sales processes are crucial for success. Leadership development is key to managing a growing team. Community support can significantly impact business growth. The Rise Conference provides valuable insights and networking opportunities. Prioritizing work-life balance enhances personal and professional success. Understanding financials is foundational for remodeling businesses. Implementing a structured sales process can improve profitability. Coaching and mentorship are vital for overcoming business challenges. Focusing on fewer goals leads to greater progress.  ----- Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Builder Stories 03:07 Kyle Hunt's Entrepreneurial Journey 06:26 Transitioning to Remodelers on the Rise 08:48 Finding Early Clients and Building Trust 11:37 The Evolution of Coaching and Business Support 14:16 The Importance of Leadership in Business 16:50 Balancing Personal and Professional Life 20:33 Overview of Remodelers Community and Resources 23:21 Peer Groups and One-on-One Coaching 27:15 The Rise Conference: A New Beginning 30:10 The Value of Networking and Community 31:19 The Power of Peer Groups and Networking 34:15 Key Takeaways from the Rise Conference 38:12 The Importance of Finding Your Tribe 39:59 Overcoming Implementation Challenges 46:59 Building a Cohesive Team 49:45 Common Struggles in Remodeling Businesses 53:29 Success Stories and Transformations 55:23 Work-Life Integration and Prioritization

Ted speaks with Justin Garcia, a renowned artist and Medici Award winner, discussing his journey in the art world, the intersection of art and science, and the importance of authenticity in art amidst the rise of AI. Justin shares insights on inspiring young artists, the significance of human connection, and his innovative projects that merge art with architecture and social change. The discussion also highlights the unique Neon Project, which combines art and consumable experiences, showcasing the creative potential of art in various forms.TOPICS DISCUSSED01:10 Introduction to Justin Garcia and the Medici Award02:50 The Impact of Leonardo da Vinci on Art and Science04:00 Inspiring the Next Generation of Artists07:00 The Role of AI in Art and Authenticity9:30 Educating Collectors on Authentic Art17:30 Innovative Concepts in Art and Architecture19:10 Reinvigorating the Craft of Architecture20:10 If These Walls Can Talk: Art Therapy for Kids23:00 Building Trust with Vulnerable Children27:00 The Power of Perspective: Victims vs. Survivors29:45 Future Aspirations: Growing Awareness31:00 Innovative Art: The Neon Project37:00 Creating Memorable Experiences CONNECT WITH GUESTJustin GarciaWebsiteLinkedInKEY QUOTES FROM EPISODE"It's a beautiful project.""It's all about creating memories.""I love that idea."

Episode Summary: In this episode of *Legal Marketing Happy Hour*, local SEO strategist Colby Owens discusses the importance of building local authority for law firms. He explains the distinction between general SEO authority and local authority, emphasizing the strategies needed for each. Colby delves into the significance of high-quality backlinks, local directories, and community engagement in improving visibility and rankings. Furthermore, he shares insights on maintaining NAP consistency across the web and leveraging community events for SEO value. Colby also highlights the role of citations, reviews, and Google business profiles in establishing trust online. Lastly, he offers a practical high-impact action for law firms looking to enhance their local authority. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:30 – General SEO Authority vs. Local Authority 03:45 – Importance of Local Directories and Backlinks 06:10 – Strategies to Earn High-Quality Backlinks 09:25 – Signals for Google Trust in Online Presence 12:40 – Maintaining NAP Consistency Across the Web 15:20 – Leveraging Community Events for SEO Value 18:05 – Monitoring Link Building Efforts for Improved Authority 20:30 – Practical Action to Boost Local Authority About the Show: *Legal Marketing Happy Hour* provides tactical insights to help law firms grow smarter, faster, and more profitably in the competitive digital landscape. The series offers expert advice on legal marketing strategies, SEO techniques, and building online authority for law practices.

In this episode of Own Your Power, the conversation explores why trust is the foundation of great leadership, strong relationships, and meaningful success. Built on truth and integrity, trust takes time to earn, can be lost in an instant, and ultimately depends on your ability to trust as much as who you trust. The episode breaks down how fear erodes trust, how to rebuild it through honesty, verification, and intuition, and why embracing trust over fear leads to a more powerful and fulfilled life. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Lisa Lobue, Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager at GBank, to explore what it truly takes to build enduring executive partnerships in financial services. Lisa shares her perspective on relationship-driven leadership, navigating complex client needs, and creating value that goes far beyond transactions. Join the community!www.CSweet.org

In the latest episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht and business coach Brad Farris discuss how accounting firm owners can scale their business beyond the $1-2 million mark by shifting from hustle to leadership. They explore overcoming workaholism, delegating effectively, and finding fulfillment outside daily operations to build a premier accounting firm. In This Episode: 00:00 Welcome Brad Farris, Expert on Scaling 02:04 Building Trust with Clients 03:02 From Hustle to Leadership 05:12 The High of Spinning Plates 08:02 Identity Shift: From Doer to Enabler 12:44 Evaluating Success Beyond Daily Tasks 15:24 Course: Build a Successful Accounting Business 16:29 Empowering Your Team and Avoiding Bottlenecks 19:01 Life Beyond Work: Recharging and Identity 22:58 Free Book: In the Black 23:57 Daily, Hourly, Monthly Recharge Habits 29:56 Work Obsessed to Healthy Life 33:43 Book: Red to Black for Accounting Professionals 36:15 Intentional Living and 2% Improvements 42:25 Recap and Final Thoughts 46:29 Resources and Invitation to GrowCon Featured Quotes: "Success is driven less by what you do than who you decide to be." - Brad Farris "No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care." - Roger Knecht "If I'm coming in and doing your job, why do I need you?" - Roger Knecht Behind the Story: Roger Knecht welcomes Brad Farris, an expert in helping accounting firm owners scale their businesses from $1-2 million to $3-5 million. Brad explains that the biggest obstacle to growth is often internal, requiring a shift in identity from a doer to a leader. He shares insights on fostering team independence, dealing with the addictive nature of work, and the importance of personal fulfillment outside the business. Top 3 Highlights: Shift to Leadership: Stop doing everything yourself and empower your team for scalable growth. Overcome Workaholism: Find healthy sources of fulfillment outside work to enhance creativity and reduce stress. Delegate Effectively: Learn to trust your team and define clear roles to avoid being the bottleneck. Share This Episode: Ready to scale your accounting firm and reclaim your life?

To mark 10 years of True Native Media, VP Nick Gryniewicz steps in as guest host to sit down with founder and CEO Heather Osgood for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build a company in podcast advertising from the ground up. Together, they reflect on the lessons learned over a decade in business, the pivotal moments that shaped True Native Media's growth, and the decisions that changed everything along the way. Heather shares the turning points that mattered most, what surprised her about entrepreneurship, and the things she wishes someone had told her before she ever got started. This episode is part reflection, part reality check, and part roadmap for anyone building in podcasting, media, or entrepreneurship. Whether you're just starting out or deep in the work, there's no shortcut here, just hard-earned insight from ten years in the business.

Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle joins Something For Everybody this week. Dr. Mike is a licensed clinical psychologist, distinguished author, dynamic speaker, and visionary founder and owner of LiveWell Behavioral Health. In this conversation, Dr. Mike discusses the current state of mental health, highlighting the alarming rise in mental health issues, particularly among young people. We explored the impact of social media, the importance of physical activity, and the distinction between clinical depression and life challenges. Dr. Ronsisvalle emphasizes the need for a strong value system and emotional awareness, especially among men, and addresses the effects of stress in modern life. He also discusses the role of AI in mental health and introduces the LiveWell Coaching platform as a proactive approach to mental wellness. -

How can you build iconic characters that your readers want to keep coming back to? How can you be the kind of creator that readers trust, even without social media? With Claire Taylor In the intro, Dan Brown talks writing and publishing [Tetragrammaton]; Design Rules That Make or Break a Book [Self-Publishing Advice]; Amazon's DRM change [Kindlepreneur]; Show me the money [Rachael Herron]; AI bible translation [Wycliffe, Pope Leo tweet]. Plus, Business for Authors 24 Jan webinar, and Bones of the Deep. Today's show is sponsored by Bookfunnel, the essential tool for your author business. Whether it's delivering your reader magnet, sending out advanced copies of your book, handing out ebooks at a conference, or fulfilling your digital sales to readers, BookFunnel does it all. Check it out at bookfunnel.com/thecreativepenn This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Claire Taylor is a humour and mystery author, the owner of FFS Media, and a certified Enneagram coach. She teaches authors to write stronger stories and build sustainable careers at LiberatedWriter.com, and her book is Write Iconic Characters: Unlocking the Core Motivations that Fuel Unforgettable Stories. You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights, and the full transcript is below. Show Notes Why Claire left social media and how she still markets her books and services What the Enneagram is and how core fears and desires shape character motivation Using Enneagram types (including Wednesday Addams as an example) to write iconic characters Creating rich conflict and relationships by pairing different Enneagram types on the page Coping with rapid change, AI, and fear in the author community in 2026 Building a trustworthy, human author brand through honesty, transparency, and vulnerability You can find Claire at LiberatedWriter.com, FFS.media, or on Substack as The Liberated Writer. Transcript of the interview with Claire Taylor Joanna: Claire Taylor is a humour and mystery author, the owner of FFS Media, and a certified Enneagram coach. She teaches authors to write stronger stories and build sustainable careers at LiberatedWriter.com, and her book is Write Iconic Characters: Unlocking the Core Motivations that Fuel Unforgettable Stories. So, welcome back to the show, Claire. Claire: Thank you so much for having me back. I'm excited to be here. Joanna: It's great to have you back on the show. It was March 2024 when you were last on, so almost two years now as this goes out. Give us a bit of an update. How has your writing craft and your author business changed in that time? Claire: One of the things I've been focusing on with my own fiction craft is deconstructing the rules of how a story “should” be. That's been a sort of hobby focus of mine. All the story structure books aren't law, right? That's why there are so many of them. They're all suggestions, frameworks. They're all trying to quantify humans' innate ability to understand a story. So I'm trying to remember more that I already know what a story is, deep down. My job as an author is to keep the reader's attention from start to finish and leave them feeling the way I hope they'll feel at the end. That's been my focus on the craft side. On the author business side, I've made some big shifts. I left social media earlier this year, and I've been looking more towards one-on-one coaching and networking. I did a craft-based Kickstarter, and I'd been focusing a lot on “career, career, career”—very business-minded—and now I'm creating more content again, especially around using the Enneagram for writing craft. So there's been a lot of transition since 2024 for me. Joanna: I think it's so important—and obviously we're going to get into your book in more detail—but I do think it's important for people to hear about our pivots and transitions. I haven't spoken to you for a while, but I actually started a master's degree a few months back. I'm doing a full-time master's alongside everything else I do. So I've kind of put down book writing for the moment, and I'm doing essay writing and academic writing instead. It's quite different, as you can imagine. It sounds like what you're doing is different too. One thing I know will have perked up people's ears is: “I left social media.” Tell us a bit more about that. Claire: This was a move that I could feel coming for a while. I didn't like what social media did to my attention. Even when I wasn't on it, there was almost a hangover from having been on it. My attention didn't feel as sharp and focused as it used to be, back before social media became what it is now. So I started asking myself some questions: What is lost if I leave? What is gained if I leave? And what is social media actually doing for me today? Because sometimes we hold on to what it used to do for us, and we keep trying to squeeze more and more of that out of it. But it has changed so much. There are almost no places with sufficient organic reach anymore. It's all pay-to-play, and the cost of pay-to-play keeps going up. I looked at the numbers for my business. My Kickstarter was a great place to analyse that because they track so many traffic sources so clearly. I could see exactly how much I was getting from social media when I advertised and promoted my projects there. Then I asked: can I let that go in order to get my attention back and make my life feel more settled? And I decided: yes, I can. That's worth more to me. Joanna: There are some things money can't buy. Sometimes it really isn't about the money. I like your question: what is lost and what is gained? You also said it's all pay-to-play and there's no organic reach. I do think there is some organic reach for some people who don't pay, but those people are very good at playing the game of whatever the platform wants. So, TikTok for example—you might not have to pay money yet, but you do have to play their game. You have to pay with your time instead of money. I agree with you. I don't think there's anywhere you can literally just post something and know it will reliably reach the people who follow you. Claire: Right. Exactly. TikTok currently, if you really play the game, will sometimes “pick” you, right? But that “pick me” energy is not really my jam. And we can see the trend—this “organic” thing doesn't last. It's organic for now. You can play the game for now, but TikTok would be crazy not to change things so they make more money. So eventually everything becomes pay-to-play. TikTok is fun, but for me it's addictive. I took it off my phone years ago because I would do the infinite scroll. There's so much candy there. Then I'd wake up the next morning and notice my mood just wasn't where I wanted it to be. My energy was low. I really saw a correlation between how much I scrolled and how flat I felt afterwards. So I realised: I'm not the person to pay-to-play or to play the game here. I'm not even convinced that the pay-to-play on certain social media networks is being tracked in a reliable, accountable way anymore. Who is holding them accountable for those numbers? You can sort of see correlation in your sales, but still, I just became more and more sceptical. In the end, it just wasn't for me. My life is so much better on a daily basis without it. That's definitely a decision I have not regretted for a second. Joanna: I'm sorry to keep on about this, but I think this is great because this is going out in January 2026, and there will be lots of people examining their relationship with social media. It's one of those things we all examine every year, pretty much. The other thing I'd add is that you are a very self-aware person. You spend a lot of time thinking about these things and noticing your own behaviour and energy. Stopping and thinking is such an important part of it. But let's tackle the big question: one of the reasons people don't want to come off social media is that they're afraid they don't know how else to market. How are you marketing if you're not using social media? Claire: I didn't leave social media overnight. Over time, I've been adjusting and transitioning, preparing my business and myself mentally and emotionally for probably about a year. I still market to my email list. That has always been important to my business. I've also started a Substack that fits how my brain works. Substack is interesting. Some people might consider it a form of social media—it has that new reading feed—but it feels much more like blogging to me. It's blogging where you can be discovered, which is lovely. I've been doing more long-form content there. You get access to all the emails of your subscribers, which is crucial to me. I don't want to build on something I can't take with me. So I've been doing more long-form content, and that seems to keep my core audience with me. I've got plenty of people subscribed; people continue to come back, work with me, and tell their friends. Word of mouth has always been the way my business markets best, because it's hard to describe the benefits of what I do in a quick, catchy way. It needs context. So I'm leaning even more on that. Then I'm also shifting my fiction book selling more local. Joanna: In person? Claire: Yes. In person and local. Networking and just telling more people that I'm an author. Connecting more deeply with my existing email lists and communities and selling that way. Joanna: I think at the end of the day it does come back to the email list. I think this is one of the benefits of selling direct to people through Shopify or Payhip or whatever, or locally, because you can build your email list. Every person you bring into your own ecosystem, you get their data and you can stay in touch. Whereas all the things we did for years to get people to go to Amazon, we didn't get their emails and details. It's so interesting where we are right now in the author business. Okay, we'll come back to some of these things, but let's get into the book and what you do. Obviously what underpins the book is the Enneagram. Just remind us what the Enneagram is, why you incorporate it into so much of your work, and why you find it resonates so much. Claire: The Enneagram is a framework that describes patterns of thoughts, feelings, and actions that tend to arise from nine different core motivations. Those core motivations are made up of a fear–desire pair. So, for instance, there's the fear of lacking worth and the desire to be worthy. That pair is the Type Three core motivation. If you're a Type Three, sometimes called “The Achiever,” that's your fundamental driver. What we fear and desire above all the other fears and desires determines where our attention goes. And attention is something authors benefit greatly from understanding. We have to keep people's attention, so we want to understand our own attention and how to cultivate it. The things our attention goes to build our understanding of ourselves and the world. Being intentional about that, and paying attention to what your characters pay attention to—and what your readers are paying attention to—is hugely beneficial. It can give you a real leg up. That's why I focus on the Enneagram. I find it very useful at that core level. You can build a lot of other things on top of it with your characters: their backstory, personal histories, little quirks—all of that can be built off the Enneagram foundation. Why I like the Enneagram more than other frameworks like MBTI or the Big Five is that it not only shows us how our fears are confining us—that's really what it's charting—but it also shows us a path towards liberation from those fears. That's where the Enneagram really shines: the growth path, the freedom from the confines of our own personality. It offers that to anyone who wants to study and discover it. A lot of the authors I work with say things like, “I'm just so sick of my own stuff.” And I get it. We all get sick of running into the same patterns over and over again. We can get sick of our personality! The Enneagram is a really good tool for figuring out what's going on and how to try something new, because often we can't even see that there are other options. We have this particular lens we're looking through. That's why I like to play with it, and why I find it so useful. Joanna: That's really interesting. It sounds like you have a lot of mature authors—and when I say “mature,” I mean authors with a lot of books under their belt, not necessarily age. There are different problems at different stages of the author career, and the problem you just described—“I'm getting sick of my stuff”—sounds like a mature author issue. What are some of the other issues you see in the community that are quite common amongst indie authors? Claire: One that comes up a lot, especially early on, is: “Am I doing this right?” That's a big question. People say, “I don't know if I'm doing this right. I'm going to mess it up. This person told me this was the way to do things, but I don't think I can do it this way. Am I doomed?” That's the fear. A lot of what I help people with is seeing that there isn't a single “right” way to do this. There's a way that's going to feel more aligned to you, and there are millions of ways to approach an author career because we're all constructing it as we go. You were there in the early days. We were all just making this up as we went along. Joanna: Exactly. There was a time when ebooks were PDFs, there wasn't even a Kindle, and there was no iPhone. We were literally just making it up. Claire: Right. Exactly. That spirit of “we're all making it up” is important. Some of us have come up with frameworks that work for us, and then we tell other people about them—“Here's a process; try this process”—but that doesn't mean it's the process. Understanding what motivates you—those core motivations—helps you see where you're going to bump into advice that's not right for you, and how to start making decisions that fit your attention, your life, your desires in this author role. Early on we do a lot of that work. Then there are the authors who started a while ago and have a bunch of books. They hit a point where they say, “I've changed so much since I started writing. I need to figure out how to adjust my career.” Joanna: Tell us more about that, because I think that's you and me. How do we deal with that? Claire: Well, crying helps. Joanna: That is true! There's always a bit of crying involved in reinvention. From my perspective, my brand has always been built around me. People are still here—I know some people listening who have been with the podcast since I started it in 2009—and I've always been me. Even though I've done loads of different things and changed along the way, at heart I'm still me. I'm really glad I built a personal brand around who I am, rather than around one genre or a single topic. How about you? How do you see it? Claire: I'm the same. I just can't stick with something that doesn't feel right for me anymore. I'll start to rebel against it. There's also that “good girl” part of me that wants to do things the way they're supposed to be done and keep everybody happy. I have to keep an eye on her, because she'll default to “this is the way it should be done,” and then I end up constricted. As we advance through our careers, positioning around what motivates us and what we love, and allowing ourselves to understand that it's okay to change—even though it's painful—is crucial. It's actually destructive not to change over time. We end up forfeiting so many things that make life worth living if we don't allow ourselves to grow and change. We end up in this tiny box. People sometimes say the Enneagram is very restrictive. “It's only nine types, you're putting me in a box.” It's like: no. These are the boxes we've put ourselves in. Then we use the Enneagram to figure out how to get out of the box. As we start to see the box we've put ourselves in with our personality—“that's me, that's not me”—we realise how much movement we actually have, how many options we have, while still being ourselves. Joanna: So many options. This kind of brings us into your book, because part of the personal brand thing is being real and having different facets. Your book is Write Iconic Characters, and presumably these are characters that people want to read more about. It uses the Enneagram to construct these better characters. So first up— What's your definition of an iconic character, as opposed to any old character? And how can we use the Enneagram to construct one? Claire: An iconic character, in my imagination, is one that really sticks with us after we've finished the story. They become a reference point. We'll say, “This person is kind of like that character,” or “This situation feels like that character would handle it this way.” It could be our friends, our enemies, someone we meet on the bus—whoever it is might remind us of this character. So they really get lodged in our psyche. An iconic character feels true to some fundamental part of the human condition, even if they're not strictly human. So, all the alien romance people listening, don't worry—you're still in! These characters take on a life of their own. With an iconic character, we may hear them talking to us after the book is done, because we've tapped into that essential part of them. They can become almost archetypal—something we go back to over and over again in our minds, both as writers and as readers. Joanna: How can we use the Enneagram to construct an iconic character? I'm asking this as a discovery writer who struggles to construct anything beforehand. It's more that I write stuff and then something emerges. But I have definitely not had a hit series with an iconic character, so I'm willing to give your approach a try. Claire: It works with whatever your process is. If you're a discovery writer, start with that spark of a character in your head. If there's a character who's just a glimmer—maybe you know a few things about them—just keep writing. At some point you'll probably recognise, “Okay, it's time to go deeper in understanding this character and create a cohesive thread to pull all of this together.” That's where the Enneagram becomes useful. You can put on your armchair psychologist hat and ask: which of the nine core fears seems like it might be driving the parts of their personality that are emerging? Thankfully, we intuitively recognise the nine types. When we start gathering bits for a new character, we tend to pull from essentially the same constellation of personality, even if we don't realise it. For instance, you might say, “This character is bold and adventurous,” and that's all you know. You're probably not going to also add, “and they're incredibly shy,” because “bold and adventurous” plus “incredibly shy” doesn't really fit our intuitive understanding of people. We know that instinctively. So, you've got “bold and adventurous.” You write that to a certain point, and then you get to a place where you think, “I don't really know them deeply.” That's when you can go back to the nine core fears and start ruling some out quite quickly. In the book, I have descriptions for each of them. You can read the character descriptions, read about the motivations, and start to say, “It's definitely not these five types. I can rule those out.” If they're bold and adventurous, maybe the core fear is being trapped in deprivation and pain, or being harmed and controlled. Those correspond to Type Seven (“The Enthusiast”) and Type Eight (“The Challenger”), respectively. So you might say, “Okay, maybe they're a Seven or an Eight.” From there, if you can pin down a type, you can read more about it and get ideas. You can understand the next big decision point. If they're a Type Seven, what's going to motivate them? They'll do whatever keeps them from being trapped in pain and deprivation, and they'll be seeking satisfaction or new experiences in some way, because that's the core desire that goes with that fear. So now, you're asking: “How do I get them to get on the spaceship and leave Earth?” Well, you could offer them some adventure, because they're bold and adventurous. I have a character who's a Seven, and she gets on a spaceship and takes off because her boyfriend just proposed—and the idea of being trapped in marriage feels like: “Nope. Whatever is on this spaceship, I'm out of here.” You can play with that once you identify a type. You can go as deep with that type as you want, or you can just work with the core fear and the basic desire. There's no “better or worse”—it's whatever you feel comfortable with and whatever you need for the story. Joanna: In the book, you go into all the Enneagram types in detail, but you also have a specific example: Wednesday Addams. She's one of my favourites. People listening have either seen the current series or they have something in mind from the old-school Addams Family. Can you talk about [Wednesday Addams] as an example? Claire: Doing those deep dives was some of the most fun research for this book. I told my husband, John, “Don't bother me. I need to sit and binge-watch Wednesday again—with my notebook this time.” Online, people were guessing: “Oh, she's maybe this type, maybe that type.” As soon as I started watching properly with the Enneagram in mind, I thought: “Oh, this is a Type Eight, this is the Challenger.” One of the first things we hear from her is that she considers emotions to be weakness. Immediately, you can cross out a bunch of types from that. When we're looking at weak/strong language—that lens of “strength” versus “weakness”—we tend to look towards Eights, because they often sort the world in those terms. They're concerned about being harmed or controlled, so they feel they need to be strong and powerful. That gave me a strong hint in that direction. If we look at the inciting incident—which is a great place to identify what really triggers a character, because it has to be powerful enough to launch the story—Wednesday finds her little brother Pugsley stuffed in a locker. She says, “Who did this?” because she believes she's the only one who gets to bully him. That's a very stereotypical Type Eight thing. The unhealthy Eight can dip into being a bit of a bully because they're focused on power and power dynamics. But the Eight also says, “These are my people. I protect them. If you're one of my people, you're under my protection.” So there's that protection/control paradox. Then she goes and—spoiler—throws a bag of piranhas into the pool to attack the boys who hurt him. That's like: okay, this is probably an Eight. Then she has control wrested from her when she's sent to the new school. That's a big trigger for an Eight: to not have autonomy, to not have control. She acts out pretty much immediately, tries to push people away, and establishes dominance. One of the first things she does is challenge the popular girl to a fencing match. That's very Eight behaviour: “I'm going to go in, figure out where I sit in this power structure, and try to get into a position of power straight away.” That's how the story starts, and in the book I go into a lot more analysis. At one point she's attacked by this mysterious thing and is narrowly saved from a monster. Her reaction afterwards is: “I would have rather saved myself.” That's another strong Eight moment. The Eight does not like to be saved by anyone else. It's: “No, I wanted to be strong enough to do that.” Her story arc is also very Eight-flavoured: she starts off walled-off, “I can do it myself,” which can sometimes look like the self-sufficiency of the Five, but for her it's about always being in a power position and in control of herself. She has to learn to rely more on other people if she wants to protect the people she cares about. Protecting the innocent and protecting “her people” is a big priority for the Eight. Joanna: Let's say we've identified our main character and protagonist. One of the important things in any book, especially in a series, is conflict—both internal and external. Can we use the Enneagram to work out what would be the best other character, or characters, to give us more conflict? Claire: The character dynamics are complex, and all types are going to have both commonalities and conflict between them. That works really well for fiction. But depending on how much conflict you need, there are certain type pairings that are especially good for it. If you have a protagonist who's an Eight, they're going to generate conflict everywhere because it doesn't really bother them. They're okay wading into conflict. If you ask an Eight, “Do you like conflict?” they'll often say, “Well, sometimes it's not great,” but to everyone else it looks like they come in like a wrecking ball. The Eight tends to go for what they want. They don't see the point in waiting. They think, “I want it, I'm going to go and get it.” That makes them feel strong and powerful. So it's easy to create external and internal conflict with an Eight and other types. But the nature of the conflict is going to be different depending on who you pair them with. Let's say you have this Eight and you pair them with a Type One, “The Reformer,” whose core fear is being bad or corrupt, and who wants to be good and have integrity. The Reformer wants morality. They can get a little preachy; they can become a bit of a zealot when they're more unhealthy. A One and an Eight will have a very particular kind of conflict because the One says, “Let's do what's right,” and the Eight says, “Let's do what gets me what I want and puts me in the power position.” They may absolutely get along if they're taking on injustice. Ones and Eights will team up if they both see the same thing as unjust. They'll both take it on together. But then they may reach a point in the story where the choice is between doing the thing that is “right”—maybe self-sacrificing or moral—versus doing the thing that will exact retribution or secure a power-up. That's where the conflict between a One and an Eight shows up. You can grab any two types and they'll have unique conflict. I'm actually working on a project on Kickstarter that's all about character dynamics and relationships—Write Iconic Relationships is the next project—and I go deeper into this there. Joanna: I was wondering about that, because I did a day-thing recently with colour palettes and interior design—which is not usually my thing—so I was really challenging myself. We did this colour wheel, and they were talking about how the opposite colour on the wheel is the one that goes with it in an interesting way. I thought— Maybe there's something in the Enneagram where it's like a wheel, and the type opposite is the one that clashes or fits in a certain way. Is that a thing? Claire: There is a lot of that kind of contrast. The Enneagram is usually depicted in a circle, one through nine, and there are strong contrasts between types that are right next to each other, as well as interesting lines that connect them. For example, we've been talking about the Eight, and right next to Eight is Nine, “The Peacemaker.” Eights and Nines can look like opposites in certain ways. The Nine is conflict-avoidant, and the Eight tends to think you get what you want by pushing into conflict if necessary. Then you've got Four, “The Individualist,” which is very emotional, artistic, heart-centred, and Five, “The Investigator,” which you're familiar with—very head-centred and analytical, thinking-based. The Four and the Five can clash a bit: the head and the heart. So, yes, there are interesting contrasts right next to each other on the wheel. Each type also has its own conflict style. We're going into the weeds a bit here, but it's fascinating to play with. There's one conflict style—the avoidant conflict style, sometimes called the “positive outlook” group—and it's actually hard to get those types into an enemies-to-lovers romance because they don't really want to be enemies. That's Types Two, Seven, and Nine. So depending on the trope you're writing, some type pairings are more frictional than others. There are all these different dynamics you can explore, and I can't wait to dig into them more for everyone in the relationships book. Joanna: The Enneagram is just one of many tools people can use to figure out themselves as well as their characters. Maybe that's something people want to look at this year. You've got this book, you've got other resources that go into it, and there's also a lot of information out there if people want to explore it more deeply. Let's pull back out to the bigger picture, because as this goes out in January 2026, I think there is a real fear of change in the community right now. Is that something you've seen? What are your thoughts for authors on how they can navigate the year ahead? Claire: Yes, there has been a lot of fear. The rate of change of things online has felt very rapid. The rate of change in the broader world—politically, socially—has also felt scary to a lot of people. It can be really helpful to look at your own personal life and anchor yourself in what hasn't changed and what feels universal. From there you can start to say, “Okay, I can do this. I'm safe enough to be creative. I can find creative ways to work within this new environment.” You can choose to engage with AI. You can choose to opt out. It's totally your choice, and there is no inherent virtue in either one. I think that's important to say. Sometimes people who are anti-AI—not just uninterested but actively antagonistic—go after people who like it. And sometimes people who like AI can be antagonistic towards people who don't want to use it. But actually, you get to choose what you're comfortable with. One of the things I see emerging for authors in 2026, regardless of what tools you're using or how you feel about them, is this question of trustworthiness. I think there's a big need for that. With the increased number of images and videos that are AI-generated—which a lot of people who've been on the internet for a while can still recognise as AI and say, “Yeah, that's AI”—but that may not be obvious for long. Right now some of us can tell, but a lot of people can't, and that's only going to get murkier. There's a rising mistrust of our own senses online lately. We're starting to wonder, “Can I believe what I'm seeing and hearing?” And I think that sense of mistrust will increase. As an author in that environment, it's really worth focusing on: how do I build trust with my readers? That doesn't mean you never use AI. It might simply mean you disclose, to whatever extent feels right for you, how you use it. There are things like authenticity, honesty, vulnerability, humility, integrity, transparency, reliability—all of those are ingredients in this recipe of trustworthiness that we need to look at for ourselves. If there's one piece of hard inner work authors can do for 2026, I think it's asking: “Where have I not been trustworthy to my readers?” Then taking that hard, sometimes painful look at what comes up, and asking how you can adjust. What do you need to change? What new practices do you need to create that will increase trustworthiness? I really think that's the thing that's starting to erode online. If you can work on it now, you can hold onto your readers through whatever comes next. Joanna: What's one concrete thing people could do in that direction [to increase trustworthiness]? Claire: I would say disclosing if you use AI is a really good start—or at least disclosing how you use it specifically. I know that can lead to drama when you do it because people have strong opinions, but trustworthiness comes at the cost of courage and honesty. Transparency is another ingredient we could all use more of. If transparency around AI is a hard “absolutely not” for you—if you're thinking, “Nope, Claire, you can get lost with that”—then authenticity is another route. Let your messy self be visible, because people still want some human in the mix. Being authentically messy and vulnerable with your audience helps. If you can't be reliable and put the book out on time, at least share what's going on in your life. Staying connected in that way builds trust. Readers will think, “Okay, I see why you didn't hit that deadline.” But if you're always promising books—“It's going to be out on this day,” and then, “Oh, I had to push it back,” and that happens again and again—that does erode the trustworthiness of your brand. So, looking at those things and asking, “How am I cultivating trust, and how am I breaking it?” is hard work. There are definitely ways I look at my own business and think, “That's not a very trustworthy thing I'm doing.” Then I need to sit down, get real with myself, and see how I can improve that. Joanna: Always improving is good. Coming back to the personal brand piece, and to being vulnerable and putting ourselves out there: you and I have both got used to that over years of doing it and practising. There are people listening who have never put their photo online, or their voice online, or done a video. They might not use their photo on the back of their book or on their website. They might use an avatar. They might use a pen name. They might be afraid of having anything about themselves online. That's where I think there is a concern, because as much as I love a lot of the AI stuff, I don't love the idea of everything being hidden behind anonymous pen names and faceless brands. As you said, being vulnerable in some way and being recognisably human really matters. I'd say: double down on being human. I think that's really important. Do you have any words of courage for people who feel, “I just can't. I don't want to put myself out there”? Claire: There are definitely legitimate reasons some people wouldn't want to be visible. There are safety reasons, cultural reasons, family reasons—all sorts of factors. There are also a lot of authors who simply haven't practised the muscle of vulnerability. You build that muscle a little bit at a time. It does open you up to criticism, and some people are just not at a phase of life where they can cope with that. That's okay. If fear is the main reason—if you're hiding because you're scared of being judged—I do encourage you to step out, gently. This may be my personal soapbox, but I don't think life is meant to be spent hiding. Things may happen. Not everyone will like you. That's part of being alive. When you invite in hiding, it doesn't just stay in one corner. That constricted feeling tends to spread into other areas of your life. A lot of the time, people I work with don't want to disclose their pen names because they're worried their parents won't approve, and then we have to unpack that. You don't have to do what your parents want you to do. You're an adult now, right? If the issue is, “They'll cut me out of the will,” we can talk about that too. That's a deeper, more practical conversation. But if it's just that they won't approve, you have more freedom than you think. You also don't have to plaster your picture everywhere. Even if you're not comfortable showing your face, you can still communicate who you are and what matters to you in other ways—through your stories, through your email list, through how you talk to readers. Let your authentic self be expressed in some way. It's scary, but the reward is freedom. Joanna: Absolutely. Lots to explore in 2026. Tell people where they can find you and your books and everything you do online. Claire: LiberatedWriter.com is where all of my stuff lives, except my fiction, which I don't think people here are necessarily as interested in. If you do want to find my fiction, FFS Media is where that lives. Then I'm on Substack as well. I write long pieces there. If you want to subscribe, it's The Liberated Writer on Substack. Joanna: Brilliant. Well, thanks so much for your time, Claire. That was great. Claire: Thanks so much for having me.The post Leaving Social Media, Writing Iconic Characters, and Building Trust With Claire Taylor first appeared on The Creative Penn.

1045: AI is no longer a side experiment—it's a core capability. But are your people, partnerships, and governance models ready for it? In this special Metis Strategy Summit panel episode, three seasoned technology leaders explore what it really takes to build trust, scale talent, and lead responsibly in the age of AI: Paul Ballew, Chief Data & Analytics Officer, National Football League Lakshman Nathan, EVP & CIO, Paramount Mark Sherwood, EVP & CIO, Wolters Kluwer Moderated by Peter High, the conversation dives into transformation through the lens of distributed governance, workforce readiness, and the human element behind every AI ambition. Key themes from the panel include: How the NFL's “One-to-One” fan engagement model blends personalization and privacy What happens when $2B in savings depends on department-level AI strategy (Paramount) Why “value realization” starts with your CFO and ends with trust (Wolters Kluwer) The limits of centralization—and why distributed innovation may win out How to balance Copilot rollouts with responsible AI guardrails

Host Arlene Pellicane welcomes back bestselling author Amber Lia alongside her teenage son Ollie for an inspiring conversation about their new devotional, You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed Teens. Ollie opens up about his freshman-year battles with depression, anxiety, and perfectionism after a major life transition, offering a real-life view of what your kids may be going through. Together with Amber, they reveal faith-centered strategies—like the 5-4-3-2-1 technique, box breathing, scripture memorization, and surrendering to God's plan—that helped him find peace and purpose. From miraculous physical healing (Ollie's torn rotator cuff) to building family support systems involving dads and siblings, this duo offers hope and actionable advice for parents and teens navigating mental health struggles --all in this episode. 05:09 | Ollie's Story: Freshman-Year Struggles with Anxiety, Depression, and Transition 07:58 | Amber's View: Spotting Anxiety in Teens and Starting Empathetic Conversations 10:42 | The Turning Point: Counseling, Spilling It All, and Building Trust 12:10 | Practical Tool: The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique to Stop the Anxiety Spiral 15:08 | Solo Strategies for School: Box Breathing, Prayer, and Sensory Grounding 19:45 | Real-Life Wins: Texting Mom for Support and Mapping the Day 20:16 | Tackling Perfectionism: Why Teens Compare and How Faith Shifts the Mindset 24:37 | Testimony of Healing: Ollie's Miraculous Rotator Cuff Recovery 27:46 | Dad's Role: Building Bonds, Mentoring, and Asking "What's Going On?" 30:43 | Sibling Support and Navigating Quality Time for All Kids Connect with Ollie on Instagram @walkin.with.ollie. Connect with Amber on Instagram @therealamberlia and on amberlia.com. Pick up a copy of their new devotional, You Are Seen. More Resources from Arlene Pellicane: SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent. Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier. Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words. Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE). Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Lawrence Joss continues his discussion with Matthew Brickman, a Supreme Court Certified Mediator in Florida. Together, they unpack the role of mediation in family conflict, including how mediators support the process and what to consider when choosing the right professional. Drawing from years of experience, Matthew highlights the value of ongoing learning, self-awareness, and growth in effective mediation. The conversation also explores the emotional realities clients face and the importance of empowerment and agency throughout the mediation journey.Key TakeawaysEquine therapy helps individuals learn about their own nervous system.The presence of horses can facilitate emotional safety and connection.Children often project their feelings onto horses, aiding in therapy.Building trust with horses reflects the importance of boundaries in relationships.Humor can be a powerful tool in therapeutic settings.Equine therapy can help navigate high-conflict family dynamics.The process of co-regulation is essential for emotional healing.Horses model the ability to calm down after being startled.Therapy with horses allows access to emotions that traditional methods may not reach.The unpredictability of life is mirrored in the interactions with horses.Chapters00:00 - Understanding Equine Therapy and Its Context 02:54 - The Role of the Nervous System in Therapy 05:50 - Equine Therapy: A Unique Approach to Healing 08:44 - The Connection Between Horses and Human Emotions 12:05 - Navigating Family Dynamics Through Equine Therapy 14:51 - Practical Applications of Equine Therapy 18:03 - The Impact of Trauma on Children and Families 20:48 - Building Trust and Boundaries with Horses 23:45 - The Unpredictability of Life and Therapy 26:52 - Conclusion: The Healing Power of HorsesIf you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:Email - familydisappeared@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss(All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)Connect with Dr. Rebecca Bailey:https://polyvagalequineinstitute.comPlease donate to support PAA programs:https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXSsa bottom partThis podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-hostGlaze Gonzales- Podcast ManagerConnect with Lawrence Joss:Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

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Sebastian Graf explains the coming rise of AI native companies. He shares four safety pillars for autonomous firms: code freeze, CICD compliance, regulatory model training, and harm-reduction finance. The episode mixes technical detail, a real Anthropic experiment, and broad governance concerns about trust and social impact. Top 3 Key Learnings AI native company pillars: Four safety pillars: code freeze, CICD, regulatory RL training, and harm reduction mechanisms. Test and freeze code: Freeze codebases and run automated tests to ensure predictable behavior and regulatory compliance. Trust via cost and trials: Lower cost and stepwise use build trust; people try low-risk services first then adopt more. About Sebastian Graf Sebastian Graf describes himself as an engineer by profession, but an educator at heart. In his work as an engineer, he is driven by the belief that technology should lift everyone, enabling people to live extraordinary lives in extraordinary ways. He acknowledges that this is challenging in a world where many technologies are built with incentives that divide society, exploit the environment, and widen wealth inequality. Sebastian is committed to reversing these incentives. His mission is to empower imagination and drive the creation of a positive social, environmental, and technological future that he believes is entirely within reach. Sebastian's linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastiangraf1/ Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Business Transformation Pitch Overview 1:09 - Sebastian Graf's Background and Expertise 2:39 - Sebastian's Mission with AI Native Companies 4:37 - Defining AI Native Companies 8:33 - Four Pillars of AI Native Companies 18:35 - Anthropic's Vending Machine Experiment 22:24 - Engineering Resilience in AI Native Companies 26:31 - Building Trust in AI Native Operations 30:47 - Quickfire Round and Closing Thoughts 34:45 - Key Takeaways and Final Reflections Resources:   Please, hit the follow button and leave your feedback: Apple Podcast: https://www.cxgoalkeeper.com/apple Spotify: https://www.cxgoalkeeper.com/spotify About the host: Gregorio Uglioni is a seasoned transformation leader with over 15 years of experience shaping business and digital change, consistently delivering service excellence and measurable impact. As an Associate Partner at Forward, he is recognized for his strategic vision, operational expertise, and ability to drive sustainable growth. A respected keynote speaker and host of the well-known global podcast Business Transformation Pitch with the CX Goalkeeper, Gregorio energizes and inspires organizations worldwide with his customer-centric approach to innovation. Follow Gregorio Uglioni on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorio-uglioni/     Mostra meno  

Cory Scheer is the Founder and CEO of TrustCentric® Consulting, a leadership advisory firm dedicated to putting trust at the core of every organization. With over two decades of experience, Cory specializes in building the Trust Proposition®—a framework designed to uncover hidden gaps and align leadership, culture, and performance.A powerful speaker and trusted advisor to senior teams, Cory helps leaders communicate with clarity and empower their teams to create environments where trust serves as the primary engine for growth.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Selling from the Heart Podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Cory Scheer to explore the fundamental mechanics of building and sustaining trust in the sales world. Cory shares his deep research into why sales professionals must focus on their "Trust Proposition" before they ever lead with a "Value Proposition".The conversation dives into the practical building blocks of trustworthiness, competency, problem-solving, and authentic care, and highlights why active listening remains the most effective tool in a salesperson's arsenal. Whether you are a veteran leader or a rising professional, this episode provides a blueprint for closing the trust gap to create lasting customer loyalty and meaningful results.KEY TAKEAWAYSTrust as the Foundation: deals stall and relationships fade without a firm belief in the truth of the person or the process.The Trust Proposition: Your trust proposition must precede and bolster your value proposition; value is only recognized once trust is established.The Three Pillars: Building trust requires mastering three specific elements: competency, problem-solving, and authentic care for others.The Power of Listening: Active listening is the single most powerful way to demonstrate that you genuinely care about a client's outcome.The Generational Shift: Younger professionals (ages 18–29) are highly sensitive to trust levels and will quickly exit environments where it is lacking.Outcome vs. Strategy: Real growth is not a strategy you implement, but an outcome of consistent, trustworthy actions.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESTrust is the firm belief in the truth of something or someone.The number one way to demonstrate care for others... is by listening actively.Mind the trust gap, get your trust proposition out on the business table as fast as possible.Growth is an outcome. It is not a strategy.

How To Build Trust FAST With Content This one hit different… Fonzi came in hot with a question that had my brain on fire: How fast can we build trust with content? At first, I thought I had the answer. But wait ‘til you hear where this convo went… We broke down something we see ALL the time: people chasing views... but losing trust. We asked stuff like: What's content really supposed to do? Why are some videos getting tons of views but zero results for their businesses? And can a stranger trust you just from ONE piece of content? You might think it's all about going viral... But there's something way more powerful happening under the surface. We're sharing behind-the-scenes stuff we've never talked about before, like how we helped a creator with 20 million downloads and some things we implemented with their team to move the needle forward… fast! Don't miss this. It might change how you create content forever. P.S. Want help with your content strategy for 2026? Go to www.bizbros.co/monetize and let's plan it together. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Fonzie Takes Over the Episode 00:43 - Raw and Fresh Thoughts Incoming 02:00 - What Is the Role of Content? 03:15 - The 6 Levers of Content Creation 04:30 - Views vs. Trust: What's the Goal? 05:24 - Your Content Should Answer Questions 06:08 - The Frictionless Sale 07:04 - When Viral Content Backfires 08:01 - Why Going Viral Isn't Always Good 09:04 - Building Trust with High-Level Clients 10:09 - How Buyers Use Your Content to Decide 11:13 - What Does “Trust” Really Mean? 11:46 - Your Funnel Is a Trust Journey 13:15 - How Fast Can You Build Trust? 13:38 - Certainty + Clarity = Trust 14:40 - Speaking to Problems, Pains, and Desires 15:26 - The Creator Who Built Trust Instantly 16:25 - What Built Instant Trust? 17:28 - Frequency + the Right Message 18:29 - Shifting Beliefs Through Messaging 19:19 - Paid Media vs. Organic Distribution 20:14 - Controlling the Journey With Paid Ads 21:31 - What Organic Creators Do Well 22:33 - Start Conversations to Build Trust 23:30 - How to Control the Trust Funnel Organically 24:02 - Quality Messaging > Fancy Production 25:02 - Why You Don't Need a Big Audience 26:11 - Events Are Still a Superpower 27:02 - What Happens Inside the One-on-One Challenge 28:00 - Stop Chasing Templates—Learn the Principles 29:13 - Who the Challenge Is Best For 30:26 - Final Thoughts + Join Us at PodFest

In this episode of Reboot IT, host Dave Coriale sits down with Mike Robichaud, IT Director at the Brewers Association, to explore how his organization is embracing AI to enhance staff productivity and deliver greater value to members. Mike shares insights on their two-pronged AI strategy, internal adoption challenges, and how they're building trust and security around proprietary data. This conversation is packed with practical ideas for associations looking to move beyond AI experimentation and into meaningful implementation.Themes and Topics:Crafting an AI StrategyTwo-pronged approach: internal staff tools and member-facing AI agent. Focus on augmentation, not job replacement. Aligning AI initiatives with organizational goals and member success.Driving Staff Adoption71% of staff were already using AI before rollout; 66% used ChatGPT. Use cases include brainstorming, data analysis, and document creation. Idea-sharing through informal showcases to inspire broader adoption.Enhancing Member ValueAI agent trained on proprietary “BAMO” data for personalized support. Enables conversational access to complex resources like regulations. Goal: make finding information easier and more intuitive for members.Building Trust and SecurityStrong vetting of platforms for data privacy and compliance (GDPR, SOC 2). Clear boundaries: proprietary data stays internal and is not used to train external models. Legal review and communication plan to address staff concerns.Tools and Technology ChoicesInternal: ChatGPT Enterprise for staff workflows. Member-facing: Chatbase integrated with ChatGPT-5 for custom training. Features like SSO, connectors, and compliance were key selection criteria.Looking AheadSoft launch internally; member-facing tool in testing phase. Refining tone and personality of AI agent for better engagement. Marketing plans and use cases to drive member adoption.

In this episode of PPC Live The Podcast, Anu Adegbola interviews Anthony Higman, CEO of AdSquire, who shares his journey in the world of paid search, the mistakes he's made, and the lessons learned along the way. Anthony discusses the importance of building trust with clients, navigating client relationships, and the significance of agency consistency. He emphasizes the need for professionals to find the right fit in their careers and the importance of allowing mistakes as a part of the learning process. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in PPC and predictions for its future in advertising.Takeaways:Establishing trust with clients is crucial for success.Mistakes in PPC are inevitable and can lead to growth.It's important to protect clients from scams while being open to new ideas.Finding the right fit in a job is essential for happiness.Agency consistency in managing accounts is key to success.Allowing team members to make mistakes fosters a learning environment.AI is becoming increasingly integrated into PPC strategies.Communication is vital in client-agency relationships.Understanding the fundamentals of PPC is essential for success.Every mistake can lead to valuable lessons and future success.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Anthony Higman02:30 Anthony's Journey in Digital Marketing05:35 The Importance of Learning from Mistakes06:07 Building Trust with Clients10:52 Navigating Client Relationships and Scams12:25 The Challenge of Client Education15:15 Agency Dynamics and Competition19:38 Lessons from a Past Job Experience23:53 Navigating Client Relationships and Agency Dynamics27:28 Finding the Right Fit: Employer-Employee Alignment29:50 Learning from Mistakes: The Value of F-ups33:35 Creating a Culture of Learning from Mistakes35:49 AI in Advertising: Opportunities and Pitfalls41:39 The Future of AI in Google AdsFollow Anthony on LinkedIn and TwitterPPC Live The Podcast features weekly conversations with paid search experts sharing their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in the ever-changing digital marketing landscape.Upcoming: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PPC Live event⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, February 5th, 2026 at StrategiQ's London offices (where Dragon's Den was filmed!) featuring Google Ads script master Nils Rooijmans.Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Whatsapp group - https://bit.ly/pluwhatsappSubscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter - https://ppc.live/newsletter-sign-up/

PRETEND's first live YouTube AMA, co-hosted by Patreon supporter Katie Watson. The conversation covers listener questions about the making of PRETEND, behind-the-scenes stories, and what's coming next. Highlights include: how Javier knows when a story is worth pursuing (hint: it's like fishing) and his techniques for getting interview subjects to let their guard down. He shares updates on past subjects including LaDonna and Frank Abagnale. Looking ahead to 2026: Season 25 kicks off next week with psychic stings featuring undercover Patreon supporters. Also coming: State of Corruption (North Carolina), a caught-on-camera confessional, and a Word of Faith Fellowship update—the DA supposed to try the case is now on trial himself. 00:00 Intro 02:53 Katie's Podcast Journey 04:08 The Art of Storytelling 06:09 Balancing Bias in Journalism 07:49 Building Trust with Interviewees 13:33 Balancing Podcasting and Life 14:55 Ponzi Playbook & Criminal Conduct 17:22 Scariest Interview Subjects 20:08 LaDonna Updates 26:15 Red Flags and Trust 27:37 Telepathy Tapes 30:58 The Truth in Storytelling 34:36 Interview Techniques 37:20 Biggest Challenges in Podcasting 39:14 Balancing Truth and Twists 42:37 Family Reactions 44:11 Maintaining Neutrality 45:19 Dream Project: Speed Dial 46:56 What's Coming in 2026 50:06 Proudest Series 58:35 Word of Faith Update 01:03:33 Season 25 Announcement Blind Dave (Katie's YouTube show "Only in the UK"): https://youtube.com/@blinddave88 Decoding the Unknown: https://youtube.com/@decodingtheunknown2373 The Greatest Hoax on Earth by Alan Logan: https://a.co/d/gIHDef2 ChaptersLinks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Davina Hehn joins Something For Everybody this week. Davina is a trained therapist turned mental health coach and professional friend.  In this conversation, Davina shares her journey of finding steadiness amidst life's chaos, particularly through the lens of parenting and emotional intelligence. She discusses the importance of understanding emotions, the journey of anger management, and the role of therapy and coaching in personal growth. Davina emphasizes the need for curiosity in understanding oneself and the complexities of parenting, highlighting how it can transform relationships and personal identity. -

In this episode of Elevating Drone Life, host Rob Burdick sits down with Teej Ragsdale, the visionary co-founder and CEO of RAAD, an innovative aerial intelligence network. Teej's journey from finance and crypto to renewable energy has uniquely positioned him to tackle the challenges in the drone services market. Together, we explore the significant frictions faced by drone pilots and how RAAD is revolutionizing the industry by prioritizing fair compensation, quality control, and trust-building with pilots. Discover how RAAD is preparing for the future of drone services, including adapting to regulatory changes and embracing new technologies. Teej shares his insights on the exciting opportunities ahead for pilots and the industry, emphasizing the importance of seamless client and pilot experiences. Tune in to learn about RAAD's unique approach to pilot engagement, the importance of quality control, and the future of drone operations. Want to Make Money Flying Drones? DroneU gives you the blueprint to start and grow a real drone business: FAA Part 107 prep 40+ courses on flight skills, real estate, mapping, and business Pricing guides, client acquisition, and weekly coaching Supportive community of top-tier drone pros Start here https://www.thedroneu.com Know someone ready to take the leap? Share this episode with them !! Stuck between a safe job and chasing your drone dream? Download our FREE Drone Pilot Starter Kit   Includes: FAA checklist, pricing template, and plug-and-play proposal to help you land your first client with confidence.  https://learn.thedroneu.com/bundles/drone-pilot-starter-kit  Timestamps [00:00] Introduction to RAAD and Teej Ragsdale [02:57] The Journey to Founding RAAD [05:52] Understanding the Drone Services Market [09:02] RAAD's Unique Approach to Pilot Engagement [12:00] Building Trust with Pilots and Clients [14:58] The Importance of Quality Control [18:07] Pilot Onboarding and Reputation Management [21:02] The Future of RAAD and Pilot Opportunities [27:59] Client Expectations and Data Delivery [30:55] Pilot Quality and Feedback Mechanisms [32:46] Upskilling and Training for Pilots [35:27] Pilot Requirements and Insurance [37:55] Compensation Models for Pilots [39:48] Market Demand and Sector Insights [40:42] Emerging Technologies and Future Opportunities [42:50] Creative Opportunities in Drone Operations [45:44] Processing Data and Quality Control [49:38] The Joy of Drone Flying [51:01] Client Success Stories and Operational Excellence [54:20] Adapting to Market Demands and Technology Changes [58:01] Navigating Regulatory Challenges [01:04:02] Future Opportunities in the Drone Industry