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Filmmaker, Greg Mallozzi returns to the mind meld! In 1972, a musician received a telepathic download during a UFO encounter. The intelligence gave him a specific blueprint: build a massive, esoteric synthesizer to open a channel of communication using acoustic frequencies. He called it the Ethership. Support our sponsors: Plaud Note Pro: https://bit.ly/4ryHPmz Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TPG6g6 20% off: THIRDEYE Amazon: https://amzn.to/4yiaoXI 20% code: L71W129B Qualia Systemic detox support for a whole-body reset. Go to https://qualialife.com/THIRDEYE to get 50% off and save an extra 15% with the code THIRDEYE

It's a Feedback Friday addition of Flagrant Howls! Phil Mackey, Judd Zulgad, and producer Artis Woods answer questions you have regarding the Minnesota Timberwolves! The crew discusses how the Timberwolves match up against the top two teams in the west, if Kuminga could win the most improved player award, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joas Meier grew his painting business to 13 employees and around $700K, then cut his team in half the next year and hit the same revenue. We break down why a smaller business can be the smarter one, from niching down and saying no to good jobs to qualifying every lead in 3 questions and fixing your mindset before your systems.Stop doing every job yourself. Join the #1 community for pressure washing & window cleaning owners ready to get off the truckWhere does your business actually stand? Take the free Growth Scorecard

Eugene Khayman, co-founder of Million Dollar Sellers (MDS), who leads the "Gimme Five" campaign aimed at pushing Amazon to give sellers some fee relief after years of rising costs. Thinking about taking some risk off the table? Or are you looking at taking an extended break from e-commerce in general? Know what your e-commerce business is worth with Quiet Light Brokerage. The gap between paying for inventory and selling it is where stockouts are born. Onramp Funds closes it with funding that moves with your sales. Built for sellers already doing $10K a month or more across Amazon, Walmart, Shopify, and TikTok Shop. See how much you qualify for at Onramp Funds. With changes to DD+7, Subscribe and Save, and the additional seller fees tacked on this year, third-party sellers on Amazon are quickly discovering that it might be more profitable to take their products elsewhere. And Amazon has noticed.  Eugene also talks about what he's noticed after years of being in MDS, like the shifts toward DTC and Tiktok Shop and how smaller operators have been the most creative in growing their business.  Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 00:58 - Eugene Kaiman and the MDS seller community 06:34 - Eugene's 15-year e-commerce path from sneakers to brands 09:39 - Why MDS became a seller advocacy hub 10:09 - What the Gimme Five campaign is asking Amazon to do 11:31 - How SOS campaigns formed in response to fee pressure and policy changes 13:28 - Survey data: 52 cents of every dollar goes to Amazon fees 14:42 - Does Amazon actually have room to give some margin back? 16:16 - When fees make sense versus when they feel punitive 18:25 - Why higher fees can also hurt customer value and price competitiveness 20:25 - Which fee changes could realistically help sellers 22:43 - The Subscribe and Save top-up change and why it matters 23:32 - Return fees, removals, and launch risk 24:02 - MDS data: launches needed for growth have doubled 25:48 - Fees are only acceptable if growth is keeping pace 27:23 - Rising risk from competitor attacks, faster cloning, and shorter product life cycle 30:54 - Why many sellers are rethinking Amazon as their top channel 33:00 - The problem of not knowing the true cost to sell on Amazon 34:51 - Two asks for Amazon: centralized communication and a centralized fee committee 36:12 - DD plus 7, account reserves, and the hidden bookkeeping cost 38:59 - What MDS is, how big it has become, and where it's headed 42:57 - Why smaller operators often spot the best new growth ideas 43:27 - The rise of authority affiliates and in-person selling networks 46:37 - TikTok's promise, limits, and how DTC is becoming more predictable 48:19 - MDS, Millie, and the community's newest tools Eugene, thanks for coming on the podcast. If you'd like to support Eugene and the Gimme Five campaign, here's a link to the X post. If you'd like to find out more about MDS, you can book a free call here! As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!      

It's a Feedback Friday addition of Flagrant Howls! Phil Mackey, Judd Zulgad, and producer Artis Woods answer questions you have regarding the Minnesota Timberwolves! The crew discusses how the Timberwolves match up against the top two teams in the west, if Kuminga could win the most improved player award, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it take to scale kids entertainment nationwide?Family entertainment has become a major part of the retail real estate conversation. But as the category gets more crowded, the concepts that grow will need more than a good idea.Suat Gokmen, co-founder and part owner of FunBox, joins Chris Ressa to talk about the growth of the kids entertainment brand and what it takes to scale a concept in today's retail environment. Built around large-scale inflatable play parks, FunBox primarily serves kids ages two to 10 and has found a particularly strong business in birthday parties.The concept started outdoors following COVID before gradually moving indoors, a shift that opened the door to a much larger retail expansion strategy. Today, FunBox has eight operating locations, 10 under construction, six signed leases and more deals in the pipeline.But growth brings a different set of questions.As FunBox expands nationwide, the team has to balance the right markets, the right real estate and the right franchisees. A location can look great on paper and still not work. Gokmen still visits potential sites himself, combining data with what he sees and experiences on the ground before moving forward.There is also a bigger shift happening across family entertainment. After years of rapid growth, Gokmen sees a category beginning to face some growing pains. Rather than respond by adding more attractions or complexity, FunBox is staying focused on the experience that built the business.Ressa and Gokmen discuss what FunBox has learned as it scales, the realities of growing through franchising, what landlords should understand about the concept and where kids entertainment fits into the next phase of retail real estate.What You'll HearHow FunBox is scaling from outdoor parks to indoor retailWhy birthday parties are a major part of the businessHow FunBox evaluates new markets and locationsWhy a 16-foot ceiling opens up more retail opportunitiesHow franchising is shaping where FunBox expands nextWhy FunBox is staying focused as the FEC market gets crowdedChapters01:04 — Meet Suat Gokmen and FunBoxMeet the entrepreneur behind FunBox and the experiences that led him to kids entertainment.01:57 — From real estate and cars to FunBoxSuat shares his path through real estate, auto dealerships and other ventures before FunBox.04:04 — How FunBox got its startHow an outdoor bounce park concept during COVID evolved into an indoor entertainment business.06:09 — Finding FunBox's core customerWhy FunBox stays focused on younger kids and the families bringing them through the door.07:55 — Finding the right retail spaceThe size, ceiling heights and market characteristics that can make a location work.10:00 — Scaling through franchisingHow FunBox is using franchise growth to expand its footprint across the country.12:09 — The economics behind FunBoxA look at startup costs, insurance and the economics that shape the model.13:49 — Standing out in family entertainmentHow FunBox thinks about competition as the family entertainment category gets more crowded.16:03 — Proving the conceptHow an early indoor location helped validate the model and create momentum for expansion.18:00 — Getting the right locationsWhy data matters in site selection, but seeing a potential location firsthand still matters too.20:06 — Building the FunBox experienceHow birthday parties and private events have become a major part of the business.21:53 — What's next for FunBoxSuat shares where FunBox is headed and his outlook on the future of family entertainment.

Kara sits down with Bravo network icon Andy Cohen, the host and executive producer of Watch What Happens Live and executive producer of the Real Housewives franchise. He takes Kara on a tour of the business behind the reality TV juggernaut and why he sees himself as less of a “Bravolebrity” and more of a producer and a broadcaster. They also get into Andy's longtime friendship with Anderson Cooper, how fatherhood has changed him and why he remains outspoken even when his opinions are controversial.  Plus: Kara and Andy talk about his soon to be released book Andy's Bravo Scrapbook, a coffee table collection of his own behind-the-scenes photos from 20 years of Bravo reunions.  Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Pohlson was clinically dead for four and a half minutes. His heart had stopped, the doctor had already called it, and 40 ICU staff had gathered at the window like a silent choir when his mother refused to let them stop fighting. He came back - and the clarity from that experience reshaped his entire company. Omaze, the platform he co-founded to raise money for charity by giving everyday people the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences, has sent people to be mentored by Michelle Obama, ride a tank with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and win a Lamborghini handed over by the Pope. After Matt's near-death experience, he made the hard decision to kill the parts of the business he loved most - and grew revenue over 500% while increasing headcount just 10%. In this interview, Matt breaks down the counterintuitive focus decision that unlocked Omaze's explosive growth, the controversial charity philosophy of chasing dollars over percentages, and what flatlining taught him about fear, decisions, and building a company that scales optimism. What you'll learn in this interview: The near-death experience that reset how he leads - and why he calls death his best friend and travel companion Why he killed the celebrity-experience model he loved - cutting from 300 campaigns a year to 50 - and went all in on "Omaze Owned" How a Daniel Craig campaign meant to raise $300K pulled $2.1 million - and the test that revealed the car mattered more than the celebrity How revenue grew over 500% on just a 10% headcount increase - and the focus principle behind it The controversial charity philosophy: why chasing dollars to the charity, not percentages, is what the nonprofit space actually needs The exact economics of both models - 60% to charity on celebrity campaigns, guaranteed 15% on prize campaigns - and who carries the risk How to actually partner with A-list talent: running the real numbers before giving away 5-10% of your company for star power Why the biggest decisions don't get better the more people you ask - and his "when you don't know what to do, do nothing" rule Virtues over values: why what your team does matters more than what they believe - and how he rebuilt culture at eight people Why nothing is ever as bad as the fear of it - and how replacing fear with love changed how he operates If you're building a mission-driven business, wrestling with whether to focus or diversify, or trying to lead through the kind of pressure that breaks most founders, this conversation will fundamentally change how you think about fear, focus, and building something that genuinely scales good in the world. SAVE 50% ON OMNISEND FOR 3 MONTHS Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend using the code FOUNDR50. Start here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://your.omnisend.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SAVE 95% ON XERO FOR 6 MONTHS Simplify your business finances with 95% off Xero for your first 6 months. Start here →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://foundr.com/xero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET UP TO $10K IN MATCHED AD CREDITS ON APPLOVIN Scale your DTC brand beyond Meta and Google with up to $10,000 in matched ad credits, plus $1,000 free to test AppLovin. Start here → https://applovin.com/foundr WANT TO GROW YOUR BRAND WITH META ADS? Join the Foundr Operators Waitlist → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/operators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → Already have a store? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH MATT POHLSON Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mattpohlson/ Website → ⁠https://www.omaze.com/ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/podcast⁠

See if you've built a business worth having: https://bit.ly/BuildABusinessWorthHaving_itf1Jarrod was working sunup to sundown at least six days a week.He had moved to Colorado with his wife to build a new life, but instead of having the freedom to enjoy it, most of his time was consumed by work.Today, that's starting to look very different.In this episode of Inside The Fight, Tim and Derek sit down with Jarrod, owner of Alpine Design and Remodeling, to talk about how he went from grinding six days a week, not knowing his numbers, and struggling to step away from work to building a contracting business he can actually be proud to own.They break down:• Why working sunup to sundown six days a week was costing Jarrod more than just his time• How learning his numbers changed the way he thought about growing and scaling his business• Why moving from Minnesota to Colorado forced him to get uncomfortable and make major changes in his life• How coaching helped Jarrod build confidence, communicate better, and change the way he saw himself• Why head trash can limit what contractors believe they can accomplish and what they're willing to charge• How Jarrod went from feeling like he couldn't afford to take a day off to stepping away from the field without worrying about itChapters00:00 Jarrod's Move to Colorado and Starting Over02:58 Building a Business Worth Owning05:56 What Wasn't Working Before The Fight08:32 How the Grind Was Affecting His Home Life10:35 Realizing There Was a Better Way14:32 The Coaching Moment That Changed His Identity19:23 The Change Jarrod Resisted the Most23:21 Learning to Track the Numbers That Matter25:21 What His Business Allows Him to Do Now33:42 The Head Trash Holding Contractors BackJarrod didn't just need a better business strategy.He needed to change the way he thought about his business, his time, and what was actually possible for his life.Because building a successful contracting business isn't just about working harder or generating more revenue.It's about building something worth owning.Tom Reber is the founder of The Contractor Fight. He is the host of Contractor Fight TV, an entrepreneur, a speaker, a podcaster, and a former HGTV host.For over 20 years, Tom has helped hundreds of thousands of contractors build businesses worth having.He does this by helping them become the kind of people capable of building them.On this channel you will find straight-talk training for your business.We cover sales, pricing, profit, leadership, and mindset.Our goal is to build a Strong You, a Strong Home, and a Strong Business.The first fight is always with yourself.Join The Fight.

3 takeaways from my talk with CEO Fabian Calvo - BoomRx: Keep going. Fabian hit $48M in revenue. Not fast. Not easy. But he kept going. Pick partners you like. When things get hard, you get closer, not distant. Take care of yourself first. Meditation. Fitness. Family. The oxygen mask goes on you before anyone else. --- Fabian Calvo is a longevity industry executive and pharmaceutical supply chain strategist who has built, scaled, and led multiple companies across the compounding pharmacy, API sourcing, and clinic fulfillment ecosystem. He currently serves as Interim CEO and Member of the Board at WellSync Rx, a longevity medicine and strategic sourcing company based in Los Angeles. Fabian is also Co-Founder of four interconnected ventures that span the pharmaceutical supply chain: Gatlan (2022) — A longevity medicine platform based in Los Angeles NuCare API (2023) — An active pharmaceutical ingredient sourcing company based in Orange County, California BoomRx (2024) — A pharmacy portal and technology platform for physician practices, based in Tampa, Florida ProRx Pharma (2024) — A 503B outsourcing facility based in Exton, Pennsylvania Together, these companies form an integrated infrastructure for longevity medicine from raw ingredient sourcing to compounding to clinic fulfillment — giving Fabian a rare end-to-end view of the pharmaceutical supply chain. His work extends into regulatory and policy engagement. Fabian has participated in direct discussions with FDA leadership, including meetings with Dr. Martin Makary, on issues ranging from peptide reclassification (the recent Category 2 to Category 1 transition) to the SAPIR initiative — the federal effort to reshore active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing to the United States. At BoomRx, Fabian is helping build what he calls "the only pharmacy portal a physician practice needs" — a technology platform that consolidates multi-pharmacy workflows into one system with flat-rate shipping to all 50 states, live tracking, access to 300+ medications (many with extended Beyond-Use Dates), and best-rate pricing. Outside of his operating roles, Fabian advises elite founders, executives, and high-net-worth individuals on longevity and performance optimization. He publishes Long Live, a weekly newsletter on the intersection of longevity, performance, and what he sees from inside the supply chain. He is based in Los Angeles County, California. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Fabian Calvo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabianjcalvo  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabian-calvo-875633244  *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.  

Today, we're talking to Mohak Shroff, former SVP of Engineering at LinkedIn. We discuss why the smartest use of AI agents is giving professionals more agency rather than replacing them, how delegating to an agent should look a lot like onboarding a new hire, and what it takes to build the thing that was impossible before instead of making the familiar 20% better. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!

In this episode of The Benefits Brief, host David Saltzman sits down with Mike Smith, president emeritus of The Brokerage Inc. and a longtime leader in the Medicare marketplace, to discuss why annual Medicare certification should be more than simply checking a box. Mike shares the story behind NABIP's Medicare Certification and how experienced agents, agencies and FMOs helped shape a course grounded in the real-world situations Medicare professionals encounter every day. He explores how the program emphasizes practical knowledge, compliance and suitable plan recommendations while providing a straightforward certification experience designed for working agents. Mike also discusses the program's growing carrier and FMO acceptance and how NABIP members can help expand its reach.

In this episode, we explore Andrew's journey as a young entrepreneur in real estate, his innovative social media platform for wholesalers, and his vision for scaling his business while balancing college and work.   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   —--------------------

In this episode, Harold Collins shares his journey as a top real estate agent and investor, revealing strategies for building a rental portfolio, branding, and navigating market challenges. Discover actionable insights on short-term rentals, branding, and future opportunities in real estate.   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   —--------------------

Send us Fan MailAudrey Plant has lived a few lives already.She was a Division I softball player at Ohio State, modeled in New York City, lived inside the NFL world, went through a divorce in her twenties, and eventually found herself asking a much bigger question: what do I actually want to build?That answer became Winn Winn.In this episode, Audrey and I get into the winding path that led her there, including the season after her divorce when she started developing many of the recipes she now serves to thousands of people. We talk about trusting your intuition, therapy, ambition, learning how to start over, and what happens when the life you pictured doesn't exactly go according to plan.We also get into the real business of Winn Winn — starting with cottage baking and catering, building a brick-and-mortar café, working with her business partner Natalie, handling conflict, obsessing over the details, and figuring out how to grow a brand without automatically assuming “more locations” is the answer.And yes, we talk food. Filipino roots, dinner parties, homemade pasta, the Win Win cookies that are legitimately dangerous, and why Audrey believes supporting independent small businesses matters so much to the future of Columbus.This one is about food and entrepreneurship, but underneath all of it, it's really about reinvention — and giving yourself enough time to see where life might take you next.Follow The Keri Croft Show on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.And if you're in Columbus: go get the damn cookie.

Send us Fan Mail“It's not about chasing the dollar, it's about the dream. Go with purpose.” -Teresa ReileExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesThey said Founder Teresa Reile would fail. Six months later, she had 60% of the market. Discover how solving an ignored customer problem can turn skepticism into market disruption.Episode Highlights[00:04:06] Teresa reveals why stepping into businesses she did not fully understand became part of her founder advantage.[00:07:58] From a few trucks to 60% market share, then an eight figure sale.[00:07:58] Teresa explains why she would rather create a market than compete inside an existing one.[00:21:12] Why founder energy and health can quietly influence culture across the entire organization.[00:26:10] Teresa shares why lighter effort, experimentation, and keeping business fun can unlock action.[00:44:39] The health topic Teresa believes founders should become curious about before symptoms force the issue.[00:46:15] Her post-success lesson: stop chasing only the dollar and protect time with the people who matter.Full show notes, transcript, and resources for this episode:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/582The Deep Wealth PodcastMost entrepreneurs do not fail.They just carry too much for too long.The business grows. Pressure grows faster. Profits get harder to predict. Decisions cost more energy. Over time, focus slips and health takes the hit.The Deep Wealth Podcast and Deep Wealth Mastery are built from real experience. We're the only system based on a 9-figure exit. This system exists because guessing gets expensive.

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "America Actually Built Something On Time and On Budget" with the help of Procore's Andy Rampton. Together, we're discussing how New York rebuilt a railway without stopping trains - this is the story of replacing NYC's Park Avenue Viaduct.See how Procore can transform your next project here

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A business without a clear plan will eventually get stuck.  In this episode, head coach John Felkins sits down with Ramsey's senior director of strategic planning, Mark Lubbers, to walk you through six steps for building a strategic plan that moves your business forward. Next Steps: ·     

Do you have an idea that keeps coming back to you, but you're still wondering if it's worth pursuing? In this episode, I sit down with Siffat Haider, co-founder & co-CEO at Arrae. Siff shares how she went from researching health and wellness for herself to creating a supplement company with her husband, why she focused on building an incredible product before anything else, and how gifting, word of mouth, and community helped Arrae grow organically. We also talk about raising capital, choosing investors you actually want to partner with, building a team, tracking your marketing, and why focusing on profitability earlier matters. Get ready to take your idea seriously, start small, and build something you're proud of. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci. Sign up for your $1/month trial period at http://Shopify.com/happy. Monarch Money -  Get your first year of Monarch Core for half off at http://Monarch.com with code EYH. Northwest Registered Agent - Visit http://northwestregisteredagent.com/EarnFree and start using free resources to build something amazing. Indeed - Indeed is giving Earn Your Happy listeners a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to help get your job the premium status it deserves. Just go to http://Indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on Earn Your Happy. Momentous - If you want to try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine, head to http://livemomentous.com and use code EARN for up to 35% off your entire first order. SmileSet - Listeners of our show get an additional 35% discount when they go to http://SMILESET.com/earn. Faire - Sign up today and get 50% off your first wholesale order, up to $100 at http://faire.com/Happy50. Terms may apply. Life at the Speed of Play - Go to http://getmarksbook.com/earn to get two copies for the price of one—one for you and one for a friend. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Meet Siffat Haider, the Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Arrae. 06:15 What sparked your decision to start a podcast? 14:30 How to take action on an idea even when you don't have experience or a network. 23:30 What does the 2 year journey to launch a supplement brand really look like? 30:00 How gifting and word of mouth can turn early customers into powerful advocates. 33:30 When is the right time to start hiring and delegating in your business? 40:30 The strategies that helped Arrae build a powerful email list. 47:45 How raising capital takes you away from daily business operations. 55:15 Why you should start tracking your marketing metrics earlier. 01:03:00 What should you do when an idea keeps “poking” at you? RESOURCES Listen to Siff's “The Dream Bigger Podcast” HERE! Get your Arrae products HERE! Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Siff: @siffhaider

Erin and I are talking about the hardest question: what do you do when God asks you to lay down something you worked hard to build? We're both walking through seasons of transition, so this is less "here's how to do it" and more "me too." Erin spent over a decade building businesses and finding success as an entrepreneur before God asked her to step back to homeschool her family. We get honest about the hardest part: identity. When you've spent years becoming known for something, suddenly losing it feels like losing yourself. The questions start: Who am I without this? What if I'm giving up too much? Sometimes what feels like losing everything you've built is actually God making room for what He's going to build next. You can be scared and still obey. You can ask God what He's doing and still end with, "I will trust You." Connect with Erin Follow her on IG @erinmeinel Visit her website at https://erinmeinel.com/ Sponsor CrowdHealth CrowdHealth is a community-powered alternative to traditional health insurance. Members receive access to resources including bill negotiators, lower-cost prescriptions, vetted doctor lists, and healthcare support. Get started for $99 for your first three months using code SPEAKEASY at JoinCrowdHealth.com. CrowdHealth is not insurance. #TheSpeakeasyPodcast #ErinMeinel #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #Faith #TrustGod #Obedience #Surrender #Calling #ChristianLiving #HomeschoolMom #Motherhood #LifeTransitions #CrowdHealth

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin M. Lee. Purpose of the Interview To showcase Dr. Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multi-industry entrepreneur. To inspire listeners with strategies for wealth-building through real estate, construction, and logistics. To encourage financial literacy, ownership, and collaboration within underserved communities. To issue a call to action for minorities to explore opportunities like Amazon DSP and real estate investment. Key Takeaways Early Career & Education Started young in real estate, embraced discomfort in rooms dominated by older professionals. Leveraged millennial tech skills (social media marketing) to help veteran brokers grow. Earned a doctorate degree and became a licensed real estate broker. Social Media as a Business Tool Built a strong presence on TikTok (90K followers) and other platforms. Helped older real estate firms thrive by creating digital visibility. Emphasized that “business must look as good online as in person.” Financial Literacy & Homeownership African-American communities often lack foundational financial knowledge. Key barriers: misunderstanding credit, fear of debt, and lack of exposure to ownership benefits. Advocates teaching the difference between good debt (real estate) and bad debt (consumer credit). Real Estate Process Initial onboarding: credit score, income, tax filing. Connect clients with lenders, secure pre-approval, then negotiate and close within 30–45 days. Uses property tours as motivation even for those not yet approved. Pooling Resources for Wealth Industry dominated by white men and foreign investors who use syndication. Dr. Lee created a private family fund with fraternity brothers and friends. Acquired 150+ apartment units and commercial properties by pooling resources and forming LLCs. Amazon DSP Opportunity Owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business (42 trucks, 200 employees). Offers minorities a chance to apply for DSP with $10K grant. Taught him true CEO skills: HR, payroll, compliance, and scaling operations. Construction Business Entered construction after experiencing exploitation in fix-and-flip projects. Learned the business side (permits, change orders) and got licensed. Built major projects like a 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant in Atlanta. Advocates for Black representation in construction, an industry dominated by whites and Hispanics. Personal Background Raised in New Orleans during Katrina by a single mother and grandparents. Mother invested FEMA checks into real estate, teaching him property management and renovation skills early. Believes knowledge is power and emphasizes planning and consistency. Notable Quotes On embracing discomfort:“I learned to embrace the uncomfortable and make it one of my biggest strengths.” On social media:“You have to make your business look the same way online as in person.” On financial literacy:“Real estate is always going to be good debt. Bad debt is the Macy’s card.” On collaboration:“Pooling resources shows how far we can go and how fast we can go—but together.” On planning:“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail. All you have to do is stick to the plan.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin M. Lee. Purpose of the Interview To showcase Dr. Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multi-industry entrepreneur. To inspire listeners with strategies for wealth-building through real estate, construction, and logistics. To encourage financial literacy, ownership, and collaboration within underserved communities. To issue a call to action for minorities to explore opportunities like Amazon DSP and real estate investment. Key Takeaways Early Career & Education Started young in real estate, embraced discomfort in rooms dominated by older professionals. Leveraged millennial tech skills (social media marketing) to help veteran brokers grow. Earned a doctorate degree and became a licensed real estate broker. Social Media as a Business Tool Built a strong presence on TikTok (90K followers) and other platforms. Helped older real estate firms thrive by creating digital visibility. Emphasized that “business must look as good online as in person.” Financial Literacy & Homeownership African-American communities often lack foundational financial knowledge. Key barriers: misunderstanding credit, fear of debt, and lack of exposure to ownership benefits. Advocates teaching the difference between good debt (real estate) and bad debt (consumer credit). Real Estate Process Initial onboarding: credit score, income, tax filing. Connect clients with lenders, secure pre-approval, then negotiate and close within 30–45 days. Uses property tours as motivation even for those not yet approved. Pooling Resources for Wealth Industry dominated by white men and foreign investors who use syndication. Dr. Lee created a private family fund with fraternity brothers and friends. Acquired 150+ apartment units and commercial properties by pooling resources and forming LLCs. Amazon DSP Opportunity Owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business (42 trucks, 200 employees). Offers minorities a chance to apply for DSP with $10K grant. Taught him true CEO skills: HR, payroll, compliance, and scaling operations. Construction Business Entered construction after experiencing exploitation in fix-and-flip projects. Learned the business side (permits, change orders) and got licensed. Built major projects like a 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant in Atlanta. Advocates for Black representation in construction, an industry dominated by whites and Hispanics. Personal Background Raised in New Orleans during Katrina by a single mother and grandparents. Mother invested FEMA checks into real estate, teaching him property management and renovation skills early. Believes knowledge is power and emphasizes planning and consistency. Notable Quotes On embracing discomfort:“I learned to embrace the uncomfortable and make it one of my biggest strengths.” On social media:“You have to make your business look the same way online as in person.” On financial literacy:“Real estate is always going to be good debt. Bad debt is the Macy’s card.” On collaboration:“Pooling resources shows how far we can go and how fast we can go—but together.” On planning:“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail. All you have to do is stick to the plan.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bestselling children's author + illustrator, Tabitha Paige joins me on this episode to talk about her precious new book, I've Loved You From the Start. She shares the deeply personal story behind its creation (inspired by her special needs son, Ducky) and gives so much encouragement in motherhood, Christian perseverance, and joy through struggle. I loved this conversation, and I know you will too! Guest Info:Tabitha Paige is a bestselling children's author, illustrator, artist, speech-language pathologist, and mother of four. Her beautiful watercolor books are created to help little ones learn, grow, and feel deeply loved.Check Out Her Books at Her Site - Tabitha PaigeInterested in Tabitha's Works? Order Her New Book I've Loved You From the StartSponsor Info:Tighten Your TinklerTighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity.Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now.Use Code: MISFORMAMA50 for $50 off at checkout!Fledgling BagsFledgling creates stylish, durable, and thoughtfully organized diaper bags designed to simplify life for moms. Built to grow with your family, each bag keeps essentials accessible and remains useful well beyond the baby years.Use Code: ABBIE10 for 10% off your order at checkout!Bible References:Isaiah 43:19Ecclesiastes 3:11James 1:17John 12:24Esther 4:14Isaiah 55:8-9Links:The Well-Versed MamaThe Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for Mama

This week I sit down with Gucci Westman, the legendary makeup artist behind some of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood and on the runway, and the founder of Westman Atelier. Gucci spent decades shaping how we think about beauty, from red carpets to her years leading artistry at Revlon and Lancôme, before creating a luxury clean makeup line that lives in every chic woman's bag. We talk about how she got her start, what she's learned from working on faces for thirty years, why skin always comes first, and what it really takes to build a brand on your own terms. Plus, her quick tricks for looking rested when you are anything but, the products she never travels without, and how she balances creativity, business, and family. Gucci is warm, funny, and generous with her secrets, and I promise you'll walk away looking at your makeup bag differently.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This Week In Startups is made possible by: Plaud: http://Plaud.ai/twist CLA: https://claconnect.com/tech Sentry: http://sentry.io/twist Lightfield: http://sentry.io/twist Today's show: Google once interviewed the entire Justin.tv (now Twitch) team and then walked away from an acquisition deal, saying they weren't good enough. Seven investors passed on buying 10% of Airbnb for $150,000, a stake pegged at roughly $9.25 billion today. Lon Harris and Alex Wilhelm revisit classic TWiST interviews with Justin Kan of Twitch and Brian Chesky of Airbnb to find out what those founders understood that the market didn't. PLUS, how did a box of cereal win over Paul Graham and get Airbnb into Y Combinator? Flashback Guests: Justin Kan on X: https://x.com/justinkan Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ Justin Kan (@justinkan) on X Brian Chesky on X: https://x.com/bchesky AirBnB: https://www.airbnb.com/ Relevant Links: TWiST E900: Justin Kan, co-founder of Justin.tv, Twitch & Atrium (Feb 5, 2019) → https://thisweekinstartups.com/episodes/L3DP8VCE12s TWiST E1735: Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky on early rejection, customer focus & AI (May 4, 2023) → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ-BjJZxNoA Halo 3: the game that flooded Mahalo with traffic → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halo_3 Weblogs, Inc.: Jason's blog network, home of Engadget → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weblogs,_Inc. Instinct: the invite-only personal AI agent from founder Noah Shinn → https://www.instinct.co/ AMD to acquire World Labs for $8.2B in stock; Li becomes AMD chief scientist (Bloomberg) → https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-09-28/amd-to-buy-fei-fei-li-s-world-labs-ai-startup-for-8-2-billion Lovable: where Lon says he'd rebuild a bad app in two hours → https://lovable.dev/ Y Combinator → https://www.ycombinator.com/ Paul Graham on X → https://x.com/paulg Obama O's and Cap'n McCain's: the cereal that funded Airbnb → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airbnb#History Stripe: what Paul Graham suggested they build instead → https://stripe.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 Justin Kan on episode 900 (Feb 2019) 3:44 When Jason and Justin realized people watch gaming 5:52 Mahalo, Halo 3, and betting a company on 3% of its traffic 10:21 CLA: Get started with CLA's CPAs, consultants, and wealth advisors now at https://claconnect.com/tech at https://www.claconnect.com/withyou 11:42 The "zombie startup" years and Google's rejection 17:06 Instinct: the AI agent built for venture capitalists 19:43 Sentry: New users can get $240 in free credits when they go to https://sentry.io/twist and use the code TWIST 28:08 Kozmo.com and the era of "make number go up" 30:06 Lightfield: Name one person who's ever enjoyed updating a CRM. Exactly. Lightfield's AI agent does it for you - it even prospects and books your meetings. Used by thousands of startups. Free at https://lightfield.app/ 32:57 Why AI companies have to monetize faster 34:00 Clip: Justin Kan on knowing yourself as a founder 37:24 An early rejection of "founder mode"? 38:33 Brian Chesky on episode 1735 (May 2023) 39:27 "I hope that's not the only idea you're working on" 43:27 What 10% of Airbnb for $150K is worth today 46:05 Obama O's and the Y Combinator interview 48:15 Why investors fund unkillable, attention-hacking founders 54:37 Clip: Chesky on AI, deepfakes, and authenticity 58:13 Is AI costing jobs or just making them busier? 1:05:04 Did AI create "millions of startups"? Subscribe to our newsletters on Substack: TWiST: https://twistartups.substack.com/ TWiAI: https://www.thisweekinai.ai/ TWiVC: https://thisweekinvc.substack.com/ Subscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp Follow Lon: X: https://x.com/lons Follow Jason: X: https://twitter.com/Jason LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis Check out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/ Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland Follow TWiST: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartups YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartups Substack: https://twistartups.substack.com

Course completion rates sit around 2% for self-paced programs and 20% for guided cohorts. Since 2019, Vix Meldrew has taught over 20,000 coaches, creators and experts to scale with group programs and memberships. When she decided her clients needed something other than more curriculum to keep them engaged, she didn't hire an engineer. She vibe-coded an app. Built in Replit, the Get Volume Content Studio plans and writes content for her clients. Vix beta tested the platform with roughly 230 existing members, and about 70% of those who logged in have come back. In this bonus episode, Vix gives us the intel on the future of memberships and group programs based on her findings. Connect with Vix: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow her on IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vixmeldrew/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free workshop: ⁠https://vixmeldrew.com/launch⁠ Listen to her podcast: https://vixmeldrew.com/podcast Loving our bonus content and want more Cubicle to CEO in your ears? Join us every Monday on our subscriber-only premium feed for case study–style interviews with successful entrepreneurs debriefing their real-time growth experiments and results. Subscribe to get insider access to what's actually been working for businesses in the last 3-18 months: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cubicletoceo.co/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed today's episode, please: Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cubicletoceo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so we can repost you. ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our premium feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for case-study style interviews every Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

91% of pastors are married. Only 46% of the adults they're trying to reach are. Today, we'll unpack how the American family has changed - and two simple exercises to spot the assumptions your church doesn't know it's making. ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 0:49 - The Asymmetrical Report - 91% vs 46% 6:05 - 1. The "Normal Family" Is Now the Minority 7:49 - 2. Pastors Live in a Different Reality 12:27 - 3. We Want Their Labor More Than Their Lives 14:25 - 4. Adulthood No Longer Follows a Tidy Timeline 19:58 - Exercise 1 - Audit Ten Sermons 27:00 - Exercise 2 - Test Six Real People 29:33 - Final Thoughts THE 167 NEWSLETTER

What happens when you stop just prompting AI and start giving it an operational budget to run a business? In this beta edition of Edge Live, host Josh Kriger sits down with Zach Francis, co-founder of Willo, a no-code, AI-native business operating system.In this hands-on, live-building episode, Josh and Zach tackle a real-world partner problem: creating a free, viral "website roast" and SEO audit tool to help affiliates convert new users. In under fifteen minutes, using Willo's conversational interface, they deploy a functional web application complete with instant SEO scoring, ADA-compliance alt-text checks, custom tone selectors (from professional to "savage"), and automated site-fix capabilities.Discover Zach's bold predictions for the agentic economy, where AI agents act as customers purchasing software and hiring other agents, plus a look at Willo's roadmap for Model Context Protocol (MCP) server integrations, recurring task automation, and embedded CRMs.See what we built live in less than 30 minutes here: https://willo-partners.bywillo.ai/roast_______________

In this episode, I sit down with Ramy Brook founder Ramy Sharp to hear the story behind building her fashion brand from the ground up. Ramy shares how the idea began when she couldn't find the perfect silk going-out top, how she landed Bergdorf Goodman as one of her first retailers, and what it really takes to build and run a successful fashion brand. We talk entrepreneurship, growing a business, the fashion industry, and the lessons she's learned along the way.

Ken and Lima open with pumpkin patch and apple picking banter before turning to wild card Game 1, where the winner takes the series 88% of the time and the Red Sox and Phillies are on the brink. They debate the odds of a salary cap in the coming lockout and whether MLB will lean harder into big markets if it doesn't get a cap and floor, which could leave a Guardians-White Sox matchup drawing complaints about the format. John admits he's fed up with the Phillies and is told he sounds like every Cavs caller who calls the team annoying.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin M. Lee. Purpose of the Interview To showcase Dr. Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multi-industry entrepreneur. To inspire listeners with strategies for wealth-building through real estate, construction, and logistics. To encourage financial literacy, ownership, and collaboration within underserved communities. To issue a call to action for minorities to explore opportunities like Amazon DSP and real estate investment. Key Takeaways Early Career & Education Started young in real estate, embraced discomfort in rooms dominated by older professionals. Leveraged millennial tech skills (social media marketing) to help veteran brokers grow. Earned a doctorate degree and became a licensed real estate broker. Social Media as a Business Tool Built a strong presence on TikTok (90K followers) and other platforms. Helped older real estate firms thrive by creating digital visibility. Emphasized that “business must look as good online as in person.” Financial Literacy & Homeownership African-American communities often lack foundational financial knowledge. Key barriers: misunderstanding credit, fear of debt, and lack of exposure to ownership benefits. Advocates teaching the difference between good debt (real estate) and bad debt (consumer credit). Real Estate Process Initial onboarding: credit score, income, tax filing. Connect clients with lenders, secure pre-approval, then negotiate and close within 30–45 days. Uses property tours as motivation even for those not yet approved. Pooling Resources for Wealth Industry dominated by white men and foreign investors who use syndication. Dr. Lee created a private family fund with fraternity brothers and friends. Acquired 150+ apartment units and commercial properties by pooling resources and forming LLCs. Amazon DSP Opportunity Owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business (42 trucks, 200 employees). Offers minorities a chance to apply for DSP with $10K grant. Taught him true CEO skills: HR, payroll, compliance, and scaling operations. Construction Business Entered construction after experiencing exploitation in fix-and-flip projects. Learned the business side (permits, change orders) and got licensed. Built major projects like a 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant in Atlanta. Advocates for Black representation in construction, an industry dominated by whites and Hispanics. Personal Background Raised in New Orleans during Katrina by a single mother and grandparents. Mother invested FEMA checks into real estate, teaching him property management and renovation skills early. Believes knowledge is power and emphasizes planning and consistency. Notable Quotes On embracing discomfort:“I learned to embrace the uncomfortable and make it one of my biggest strengths.” On social media:“You have to make your business look the same way online as in person.” On financial literacy:“Real estate is always going to be good debt. Bad debt is the Macy’s card.” On collaboration:“Pooling resources shows how far we can go and how fast we can go—but together.” On planning:“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail. All you have to do is stick to the plan.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Patrick Laird, cellist and co-founder of the classical cover duo, Brooklyn Duo. Patrick breaks down how he and his wife built a music career without traditional touring. He discusses their journey from viral YouTube videos to building an evergreen passive income model, navigating revenue streams across Pandora, Spotify, and YouTube, the intricacies of sheet music publishing, catalog acquisition offers, and why creating utility-based music enabled the creative freedom to pursue personal projects. Follow Patrick Laird:https://www.patricklaird.com/https://www.instagram.com/brooklynduo/Check out Ari's Take:https://aristake.com03:55 - Brooklyn Duo's Origins & Moving Beyond Classical07:16 - Early Viral Success & Going Full Time12:50 - Monetization: Pandora, YouTube, and SoundExchange22:20 - Sheet Music Licensing & Publishing via Musicnotes30:20 - Arranging Process & Delegation Between Patrick & Marnie38:50 - Strategic Pivot to High Production Location Videos52:45 - Building an Evergreen "Utility" Model for Streaming58:30 - Retaining Masters & Rejecting Catalog Buyouts01:10:20 - What It Means to "Make It" in the New Music BusinessEdited and mixed by Ruben ZarateMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari's TakeOrder the THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the goal of fitness wasn't to get better at fitness - but to build a body capable of saying yes to more of life?In this episode of the ALLSMITH Podcast, Bryce Smith sits down with Juliet Starrett, co-founder of The Ready State, co-author of Built to Move, former professional whitewater paddler, attorney, entrepreneur, and former CrossFit Games athlete. Juliet and Bryce explore what health, fitness, and longevity look like when you strip away the noise, extremes, and increasingly complicated world of modern wellness. They discuss why exercise should create freedom outside the gym, the problem with turning wellness into an identity, why simple health practices still matter, and how physical capacity allows us to keep pursuing adventure, relationships,and meaningful experiences as we age. Juliet describes the goal as building a body that can say yes to adventure. The conversation goes far beyond training. Bryce and Juliet unpack youth sports and the loss of free play, raising resilient kids, marriage and evolving alongside your partner, entrepreneurship, authentic content versus performativeculture, the limitations of biohacking, community, modern medicine, aging, and why two seemingly opposing ideas canoften be true at the same time.Juliet also shares the story of her 77-year-old father joining her family on a 16-day Grand Canyon trip - and how hisability to participate helped shape the philosophy behind Built to Move. This is a conversation about creating health that actually serves your life: the ability to move, adapt, explore, connect,and continue saying yes to the people and experiences that matter. Topics covered:Fitness and longevity  Built to Move  Mobility and movement  Health and wellness culture  Biohacking and simplicity  Youth sports and free play  Marriage and relationships  Parenting and resilience  Adventure and aging  Community and connection  Modern medicine and preventative health  Building physical capacity for lifeAbout Juliet Starrett:Juliet Starrett is the co-founder of The Ready State alongside Kelly Starrett and co-author of Built to Move. Her work focuses on helping people build durable, capable bodies that support meaningful lives. Earlier in her career, she competed professionally in whitewater paddling, practiced law, and competed at the CrossFit Games.Thank you for Listening! Learn more below.ALLSMITH IG ALLSMITH YouTubeBryce Smith IG

Most consumer brands focus on removing friction, but Bite has built its business around embracing it.  Instead of squeezing toothpaste from a tube, you chew it. Instead of treating the packaging as disposable, you refill it. Bite's approach challenges customers to shift their long-held habits and learn to integrate this new way of oral care into their daily lives. Host Rose Hamilton, CEO of Compass Rose Ventures, sits down with Lindsay McCormick, Founder and CEO of Bite, to unpack how she turned an eco-friendly toothpaste tablet into a thriving, highly profitable business on her own terms. * Acquisition vs. Adoption: Why getting a customer through checkout is only half the battle, and how focusing on long-term behavior change drives real retention. * The Power of Disciplined Growth: How saying no to big-box retail and cutting back on unnecessary product launches protected the company's margins and core focus. * Evolving as a Founder: Moving past early people-pleasing habits to build real accountability, front-load the first 90 days for new hires, and scale a high-performing remote culture. * Navigating Brand Identity: How to maintain a strong core narrative and stand out as marketing channels fragment and control shifts to affiliates and creators. Join us for this podcast episode as Rose and Lindsay dive into the commercial choices, customer economics, and strategic trade-offs that build a truly sustainable, valuable brand. For more on Bite visit: http://trybite.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave The Story of a Brand Show a rating and review.  Plus, don't forget to follow us on Apple and Spotify.  Your support helps us bring you more content like this!

Would you like to learn how to accelerate your agency growth? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Wendy Covey is the co-founder and CEO of TREW Marketing, a strategy and content agency exclusively serving engineering and manufacturing companies. She started the agency in 2008 — during the Great Recession — as a generalist, and within a year or two of niching down, won a Wall Street Journal Small Business Innovation Award. Today, TREW Marketing is 19 years in, and Wendy has stepped fully into the owner role, with a president and leadership team running day-to-day operations. In this episode, Wendy and Jason dig into what it took to get there: the painful business partner buyout, the career path restructuring, and the niche positioning that now has clients convincing Wendy to take them on. Subscribe Apple  | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out [e2msolutions.com/smartagency](http://e2msolutions.com/smartagency) and get 10% off for the first three months of service. Key Takeaways: Niching down is the accelerant, not the limit. TREW Marketing chased anyone who'd pay in the early days — photo booths, nonprofits, product inventors. Once they committed to engineering and manufacturing companies, everything changed. Within a year or two they won a WSJ award, and today prospects come to them. Wendy's closing line: "It becomes them convincing me why they should be my next client." Your buy-sell agreement must include a valuation method. When Wendy's business partner left after 10 years, their agreement had no formula for valuing the business. Both sides got coaches, the negotiation was painful, and it strained a personal friendship. If you have a partner, get that language in writing before you need it. Build two documented career paths — individual contributor and manager — at the same salary band. TREW Marketing stopped the painful cycle of promoting great individual contributors into bad management seats by creating clear, documented tracks with defined behaviors for each. People can see where they fit before they take the wrong seat. Remove yourself from service delivery first, then tackle sales. Wendy's first move was getting fully out of client delivery. That freed her time to focus on sales and company growth. As sales grew, service delivery leaders naturally joined those conversations — and she found she was less effective in delivery minutiae anyway, making the transition feel inevitable rather than forced.   Wendy also shares how TREW Marketing's 19-year niche commitment is now paying off in the age of AI — their thought leadership content and deep expertise have made them highly visible in large language models, bringing in inbound leads without outbound effort. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our [Agency Blueprint](https://flatworm-caterpillar-3mha.squarespace.com/blueprint). Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

On today's podcast episode, we present our “Unofficial Monthly Retailer Awards” (UMRAs) for September. The awards include “Most Impactful Campaign,” “Best IRL Initiative,” and “Greatest Under-the-Radar Move.”   Listen to the discussion with Vice President of Content and host Suzy Davidkhanian; Senior Analysts Arielle Feger and Rachel Wolff; and Senior Director of Content Becky Schilling.   Subscribe to EMARKETER's newsletters. Go to https://www.emarketer.com/newsletters   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/   For sponsorship opportunities, contact us: advertising@emarketer.com   For more information, visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/   Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode, click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-target-employee-apparel-line-mcdonald-media-network-reimagining-retail   © 2026 EMARKETER   Atmosphere TV is the largest streaming TV platform purpose-built for shared, social spaces like bars, restaurants, gyms, and airports. Atmosphere TV is the creator of ChiveTV and 30+ mesmerizing, audio-optional channels that entertain over 150 million monthly viewers. Built for business, made for fun. Atmosphere TV.   Click through URL: https://atms.tv/emarketer  

This week on Drummers on Drumming, we're back with another installment of The Drum Panel with Eric Urrea and William Goldsmith. William is the drummer for Sunny Day Real Estate and was also the original touring drummer for Foo Fighters. I've had him on the podcast before, and he's incredibly funny, down to earth, and always really thoughtful about this stuff without taking any of it too seriously. We continue putting the new Drum Panel format to work this week, hitting questions from The Work, The Playing, The Why, Drummer Problems, Records + Drummers, The Hang, and Hot Takes. In this episode: The stuff we leave out when people ask how our careers are going Who first made us comfortable enough to sound bad in front of them Getting out of your own way when coming up with drum parts How much of our taste was decided when we were kids Why certain drum sounds just feel right to us What to do when you hate the programmed drum part you're being asked to play The difference between playing the part and figuring out what somebody actually wants from it Drummers people assume influenced us who really didn't Hitting too hard in the studio Playing the record exactly versus capturing the spirit of the original drummer Some pretty fucking great stories involving David Bowie, Foo Fighters, Sunny Day Real Estate, and more As always, we also end up talking about creativity, influence, ego, and all the shit we should probably be paying therapists to listen to. --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

Warehouses have invested heavily in better visibility inside the four walls. The yard can be a different story. On this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin sits down with Ilhan Kolko, President and Managing Director at Aviro360, a company focused on real-time yard visibility and gate automation.Built out of logistics operator ConGlobal, Aviro360 combines computer vision, AI, and lightweight hardware to track what is happening outside the warehouse. Ilhan explains why many yards still operate with incomplete information, how that affects decisions, and where automation can unlock capacity.Learn more about Third Wave Automation here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Forgotten Island takes animation maximalism to the limit, Eric Powell returns to Appalachian witch country in Hillbilly: The Treason of Twelve-Toe Maggie, and we dive into Dave Kellett's Drive—a massive space opera told one webcomic punchline at a time. RSS Feed Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) Thanks for listening to the Major Spoilers Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. REVIEWS HILLBILLY: THE TREASON OF TWELVE-TOE MAGGIE #1 Writer/Artist: Eric Powell Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: September 30, 2026 There are many tales of Rondel the wandering Hillbilly, this is but one. Some years after the great witch war, Rondel, in order to save an old friend, finds himself in an uncomfortable situation—in the service of his former captor, Twelve-Toe Maggie. Will he break the magical tie that binds him to the twelve-toed witch or will the wielder of the Devil's Cleaver be at her service forever? THE FORGOTTEN ISLAND Directors: Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado Writers: Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado Production Company: DreamWorks Animation Release Date: September 25, 2026 Best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to Nakali, a fantastical island that's filled with magical creatures. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, they try to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever. TRADE DISCUSSION DRIVE Creator: Dave Kellett Drive is a space opera that takes place in the year 2401. The strip tells the story of the second Spanish Empire—a galactic empire—and its war with a race called "The Continuum of Makers". The story follows the crew of the Machito, who have been press-ganged into a unique mission by an emperor they despise. As the storyline advances, their mission ripples out in ways neither they nor the Emperor could imagine, to impact the fate of both warring races. https://www.drivecomic.com/ Join the conversation We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of this week's topics. At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching require significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep Major Spoilers strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today. If you know someone who loves comics, share this post and episode with them! Share

I'll pull back the curtain a little: I walked into this interview with my questions prepped, sent, and tidy. Then Kristina Heinzen and Gina Martin answered the very first one and the whole conversation went somewhere else entirely. (The good kind of somewhere else.) Kristina and Gina met in foster parent licensing classes in 2019. They went in believing they'd be the ones rescuing kids from hard situations. What they found instead were moms who loved their kids fiercely and had nobody. No support system. No steady people. So they did something that really shouldn't be revolutionary...they sat down with moms who had lived it and asked what would have made a difference. The answer was relationships. That conversation (and some tacos) became Moms Connect Dubuque, now a 501(c)(3) walking alongside moms as they navigate systems, access resources, and build the skills to care for themselves and their families. Fair warning: we go deep quick in this one. There are tears. There's talk of trauma, addiction, and the foster care system. Listen all the way through, because as Gina and Kristina will tell you, hearing someone's story is where empathy starts. What You'll Hear How fostering unraveled everything Kristina and Gina thought they knew about parents in the system The "I'm too late" moment that became Gina's catalyst for change Why Kristina came to see the mom of the boys in her care as those very same children, ten years earlier The May 2023 conversation with two moms that shaped everything Moms Connect does Why proving you deserve help, one transaction at a time, keeps moms stuck (and what a warm handoff looks like instead) Inside a Moms Connect gathering: childcare, a shared meal, a donated party bus, and a new curriculum on survival responses The employment program launching this fall: a cleaning business paired with an education track through NICC and Iowa Works How "let's meet with some moms, let's have tacos" turned into a nonprofit with a board, partners, and two co-executive directors What Kristina and Gina have found about themselves: how much they don't know, and the power of receiving Resources and Links Mentioned Dignified Christmas Market Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) Iowa Works Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque (and catch Ep. 258 with Josie Manternach of CFGD) Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Connect with Kristina and Gina Website: momsconnectdbq.org Facebook: Moms Connect Dubuque Listen and Subscribe Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YACTbRulN4NooX32NgzgV Follow the show on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-found-podcast-with-molly-knuth/id1530616432 If this conversation cracked something open for you, send it to one person who would get it. And if you're anywhere near Dubuque, the Dignified Christmas Market could use your hands (and your gift drive) this December.

In this episode, Sarah shares her inspiring journey from refugee to successful real estate investor, highlighting strategies for building wealth, managing operations, and scaling in the Texas market.   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   —--------------------

Send us Fan MailGet vidIQ Boost for an exclusive price! https://vidiq.com/podcastWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video: https://youtu.be/_kUOrWhNynwA YouTube channel can look effortless from the outside, right up until you hear what it actually takes to earn real attention. We're joined by Jenny Hoyos, a short-form powerhouse with over 12 million subscribers and 9 billion views, to break down the behind-the-scenes mechanics of YouTube growth that most creators never learn until they've burned years guessing.We dig into how Jenny used a Blue Ocean strategy to choose a niche with a true edge, why “the algorithm” is really about audience discovery, and the uncomfortable truth that you may simply not have enough videos yet for YouTube to know who to show your work to. Then we get practical: monetization beyond AdSense, brand partnerships, and how UGC (user-generated content) can pay even when you have no following.Jenny also gets real about identity and pivots. She shares what happened when she tried personality-based videos and watched views collapse, how she blended proven formats with personal storytelling to rebuild true fans, and why hooks and “time to action” matter more than long intros. We close on parasocial pressure, being recognized in public, and her next move toward live streaming as a produced, intentional show.Subscribe for more creator interviews, share this with a friend trying to grow on YouTube, and leave a review with your biggest growth question.

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Brad Abramowski, the lead engineer behind Peak Alloy, and Josh Vickers, Federal's rifle product line manager. These guys have been working on Peak Alloy for years. They'll talk about how the technology has improved since the introduction of the 7mm Backcountry, and where it might go next. Related: https://www.outdoorlife.com/guns/first-elk-65-plus-peak/ Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Altium's acquisition of Duro brings cloud-based PLM software built for hardware startups and small engineering teams into the Altium platform, and in this OnTrack Podcast episode Zach Peterson asks Duro founder and CEO Michael Corr why the deal happened. Michael walks through how the Altium Designer plugin publishes library parts and full projects into Duro with part numbers, revision status, and draft change orders, and how that integration deepens inside Altium 365 while Duro stays available as a standalone product.  He also explains the AI agents Duro is starting to roll out, which act as RF, mechanical DFM, procurement, and supply chain specialists that review change orders for teams that can't hire every one of those roles. You'll hear why Duro builds every feature API-first, with documentation written so AI coding agents can build on it, and what customers are building with that access. Watch if you manage hardware product data and want product lifecycle management that doesn't take an IT team to configure.

What if attraction isn't something you simply have or don't have? In this episode, Andrew takes a deeper look at attraction and how it affects dating, marriage, family, faith, and even the way we relate to ourselves. We often assume that if we're attracted to someone, that feeling must mean something. Or that if we stop feeling attracted to our spouse, something must be wrong with the relationship. But attraction is more complicated than that. Our attention, time, curiosity, investment, and imagination can all influence what becomes attractive to us. And understanding that can change the way we approach crushes, marriage, fantasy, and long-term relationships. The episode also explores how couples can experience novelty within commitment instead of constantly looking for something new outside the relationship. Sometimes falling in love again means becoming new people together and learning to see the person you've known for years with fresh eyes. What You'll Hear in This Episode: What attraction actually is Why attraction doesn't always mean you should act How attention fuels attraction Why crushes can become stronger when we keep feeding them The difference between fantasy and reality How attraction can affect marriage Why novelty doesn't require leaving a relationship How couples can keep growing together Why investing in someone can make them more attractive to you What it means to be attracted to your own life How your relationship with yourself affects your relationships Why fulfillment can reduce the need to escape into fantasy How to fall in love with the same person again Why love requires ongoing attention and investment You don't have to be controlled by every feeling you have. Sometimes the question isn't "Why do I feel this?" but "Where am I putting my attention, and what am I building?"  

Cameron is joined by Dr. Kristen Herzog, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of Perfect Dose, and they discuss Kristen's journey from an ER nurse to a successful entrepreneur in the aesthetics industry, highlighting her entrepreneurial spirit, the challenges she faced, and the strategies she employed to build her business. They emphasize the importance of resilience, grit, and the willingness to take risks in order to achieve success. Kristen recounts her journey from being a top producer to embracing servant leadership, emphasizing the importance of hiring coaches and operators to scale her business. She shares insights on shifting focus from production to operations, the role of a CEO, and the significance of building a strong brand through social media. She also reveals her plans for franchising Perfect Dose, highlighting the benefits of a franchise model for rapid success and brand control.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:Cameron aims to provide value for practice owners.Kristen's entrepreneurial spirit was evident from a young age.She transitioned from ER nursing to aesthetics after discovering her passion for Botox.Travel nursing allowed her to earn more and have a flexible schedule.She withdrew her 401k to invest in her business, Perfect Dose.Social media played a crucial role in marketing her services.Kristen worked multiple jobs to support her business in its early days.She faced challenges in hiring and managing employees as her business grew.The journey of entrepreneurship requires resilience and adaptability.Success in business often comes from a willingness to take risks and learn from failures. Taking yourself down to servant leadership grows a business.Pouring into your team is essential for true growth.Hiring a business coach can accelerate your success.You must work on the business, not just in it.Understanding your core values is crucial for scaling.Social media is instrumental for brand building.Franchising allows for brand protection and growth.A strong operator can execute your vision effectively.You need to understand your KPIs and numbers for success.The playbook for success is essential for franchisees.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.