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In this episode, Josh interviews Norm Lanier, CEO of a long-running Amazon private label business. Norm discusses his journey from side hustles to full-time e-commerce, the challenges of increased competition and inventory management, and insights gained from Josh's business strategy audit. Key takeaways include focusing on the most profitable products, increasing strategic ad spend, and shifting from “base hit” to “home run” products. The conversation highlights the importance of data-driven decision-making and adapting business strategies to sustain growth and profitability in a rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape.Chapters:Introduction & Guest Background (00:00:00)Josh introduces Norm Lanier, outlines his Amazon business experience, and sets up the episode's focus on the business audit.Norm's E-commerce Journey (00:00:59)Norm shares how he started in e-commerce, his transition from HP, and his experience across multiple marketplaces.Challenges in E-commerce (00:02:24)Norm discusses recent challenges: increased competition, economic downturn, and feeling out of touch with business metrics.Importance of Data & Inventory Control (00:03:15)Norm explains the need for granular dashboards, product-level profitability, and efforts to clean up catalog and manage inventory.Purpose of the Strategy Audit (00:04:15)Norm describes his motivation for the audit: getting an expert's perspective and actionable insights beyond what accountants provide.Key Audit Takeaways: Advertising & Levers (00:05:28)Norm highlights the realization that increasing advertising spend is a major growth lever, a unique insight from the audit.Profitability & SKU Management (00:06:00)Josh and Norm discuss the struggle with profit margins, managing 7000 SKUs, and the need to focus on high-value activities.Mindset Shift: From Base Hits to Home Runs (00:07:28)Norm reflects on shifting from launching many small products to focusing on bigger opportunities that can significantly grow the business.Action Items & 80/20 Focus (00:10:02)Josh summarizes three action items: prioritizing high-impact levers, simplifying by focusing on top-performing products, and strategic PPC investment.Keyword Strategy for PPC (00:13:19)Norm and Josh discuss the importance of identifying and categorizing keywords before increasing PPC spend for maximum impact.Audit Value & Closing Thoughts (00:14:05)Norm shares the value of the audit, the benefit of an expert's perspective, and appreciation for the insights received.Wrap-up & Future Outlook (00:15:04)Josh and Norm conclude, expressing interest in a follow-up episode to track progress and encouraging listeners to seek similar audits.Links and Mentions:E-commerce Platforms  "Amazon": "00:01:06"  "Shopify": "00:01:06"  "Etsy": "00:01:06"  Business Tools and Evaluation  "Dashboards and Tools for Business Evaluation": "00:03:15"  "Comprehensive Business Strategy Audit": "00:00:00"  Marketing and PPC  "PPC (Pay-Per-Click) Management": "00:10:02"  "Keyword Strategy for PPC": "00:13:19"  Business Strategy and Mindset  "Mindset Shift for Entrepreneurs": "00:09:02"  "Identifying Levers for Business Impact": "00:11:03"  "20/80 Rule (Pareto Principle)": "00:12:16"  "Simplifying Business by Focusing on Top Products": "00:12:16"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today I am speaking with Norm Lanier. He is the CEO of his own Amazon private label business that he's been running for over a decade now, and he has lots of experience. In fact, Norm is one of the lucky winners of my comprehensive business strategy audit sessions. And so today, I'm super excited that we're going to be diving into the conversation, the audit that we just performed on Norm's business, and he's going to be sharing his takeaways, the insights that he's gleaned. he is already doing millions of dollars in business, but he has aspirations to continue to grow his business and to hopefully one day be able to exit that business. And today, that's the conversation that we had and we talked about. So, Norm, with that introduction, I want you to kind of give us a quick intro about yourself, how you got started into the e-comm world and what you've been doing over the last decade.Norm 00:00:59  Yeah. Thanks, Josh. I appreciate the opportunity to talk with you and your listeners also.Norm 00:01:06  I've been doing, First. e-com business. I kind of, came in the back door and started that in 2004. I started building some side hustles while I was an employee at at HP. I got to the point where I was making more of my side hustles than my real job. So for my 50th anniversary, I 50th birthday, I turned in my resignation. And I've been doing Amazon and Shopify, Etsy, a lot of different marketplaces since then full time. And that's kind of where I'm at today.Josh 00:01:44  I love it, and Norm and I dance in the same space. Sometimes we might be considered competitors, but there's such a big marketplace out there that we were able to, you know, really kind of lift up, open the hood today and really dive into each other's businesses. He was able to ask me a lot of questions, and hopefully I was able to share some valuable insights with you, Norm. And that's what we'll talk about. Norm, we first started off by talking about, you know, what is your overall goal in in your business.Josh 00:02:15  Right. And what are the biggest obstacles that you're facing. So why don't you go ahead and kind of reiterate what we started our conversation off with.Norm 00:02:24  Yeah. So, you know, just taking a look, you know, I think I'm fall into the same category as most people are selling in the e-commerce space right now, dealing with more competition. things are constantly moving. you know, the economy is down to a degree. So I think in our space, we're, we're seeing, you know, some pullback on, on spend over the last couple of years. So that's created challenges, right. And you know, as we as we mentioned, I've been doing this for a long time, and I really had gotten to the point where, a couple of years ago and stuff. I really felt like I was out of touch that before. It was pretty easy for me. I really felt like I had it dialed in, and over the past few years, it really felt like I was kind of losing control.Norm 00:03:15  And a lot of that had to do with not having the proper dashboards and tools to be able to evaluate kind of where we're at on a very granular level. Right. Because it's one thing to see your big number and your paychecks and all of those things come in on a monthly basis. But, you know, on a product level, after shipping fees and advertising and all of those refunds and so forth, what is each product actually generating as far as income and what is really driving bottom line growth? And once I got the proper tools in place, really kind of opened my eyes that a lot of products that we had, it's like, why am I even bothering with this when it's all said and done? I'm not making any money. It's certainly not worth the effort on this. So we've really have gone in and cleaned up our catalog and eliminated a lot of stuff. A lot of exce...

"Sichtbarkeit ist für mich auch, sich zu zeigen, wenn man verletzlich ist, sich zu zeigen, wenn man nicht perfekt ist, was auch immer perfekt sein bedeutet."Kathrin Katz bringt Frauen auf die Bühne. Jede mit ihrer eigenen Geschichte. Was dahinter steckt? Ein tiefes Verständnis davon, was es bedeutet, als Frau wirklich gesehen zu werden. Und warum die Bühne kein Ort der Perfektion ist, sondern ein Ort der Begegnung mit sich selbst.Außerdem werfen wir einen Blick in Kathrins Human Design und erfahren, wie Individualität und Emotionalität zu einer authentischen Bühnenpräsenz führen. Timestamps00:00   Intro: Wer ist Kathrin Katz?01:03   Warum hilft die Bühne Frauen, sich selbst zu finden?02:26   Die grösste Blockade: Angst vor Kritik und der Drang zur Perfektion03:20   Das Küchenbild: Wie Frauen von klein auf lernen, im Hintergrund zu bleiben04:14   Fehlende weibliche Role Models: Warum Kathrin bis 30 nur Männer als Vorbilder hatte07:37   Kathrins Methode: Zuhören und spüren09:09   Grenzen erkennen: Wann braucht jemand eine Therapeutin, nicht Bühne?10:46   Trauma als Thema: Muss man seine Wunde zum Business machen?12:47   Trauma führt uns, egal ob wir wollen oder nicht14:18   Inner Peace: Was Kathrin wirklich sucht15:24   Your Story is Your Business: Die Power aus der eigenen Geschichte holen16:09   Iris' Speaker-Ausbildungen: Tobias Beck, Hermann Scherer und was fehlt17:42   Kathrins Weg: Vom Max-Reinhardt-Seminar zur Female Speakers Academy18:34   Legasthenie als kreative Kraft: Wortfehler werden zu Wortschöpfungen23:01   Auswendig lernen vs. echte Präsenz: Wo liegt der Unterschied?24:51   Goldener Käfig: Was passiert, wenn du eine Keynote einstudierst, die nicht du ist27:21   Projekt Going Viral: Kurze Formate und Sichtbarkeit in Iris' Community28:15   Germany's Next Speaker Star: Der Blackout auf der Bühne30:39   Die Entscheidung: Nicht überspielen, sondern zeigen was ist32:30   Das Publikum als Spiegel: Wenn Verletzlichkeit Raum gibt33:43   Katharina Schüttler ohne Stimme: Theater als Moment der echten Präsenz34:29   Human Design Live: Iris liest Kathrins ChartErwähnt in der Episode:Female Speakers Academy: Speak Up Events in Wien und MünchenGermany's Next Speaker Star 2024 (Kathrin als Finalistin)Amazon Prime Serie: Off CampusGenetic Matrix: Human Design Charts erstellen unter geneticmatrix.comHermann Scherer & Tobias Beck: Speaker-Ausbildungen im deutschsprachigen RaumHeike Moellers / Business Glow Creator (Speakerin der Speak Up München & Wien)

In dieser Folge spreche ich mit der wundervollen Ewa de Lubomirz – Speakerin, Gründerin von Speak Alive und Expertin für Präsenz, Wirkung und Speaking.Wir sprechen darüber, warum Speaking weit mehr ist als nur auf einer Bühne zu stehen und weshalb Sichtbarkeit, Sprache und Selbstwirksamkeit heute entscheidender sind denn je – besonders für kreative Selbstständige und Unternehmerinnen.Eva teilt ihre persönliche Geschichte vom Fernsehen bei RTL bis hin zur eigenen Speaker Academy und spricht offen darüber, warum Präsenz nichts mit Talent, sondern vor allem mit Training, Mut und Selbstvertrauen zu tun hat.Außerdem sprechen wir über:warum so viele Frauen ihre Bühne noch nicht einnehmenweshalb Speaking ein machtvolles Business-Tool istwie du Vertrauen und Wirkung durch deine Stimme aufbaustwarum Storytelling in Zeiten von KI wichtiger wird als je zuvorwie du mit Nervosität und Aufregung umgehen kannstweshalb Sichtbarkeit immer auch Persönlichkeitsentwicklung bedeutetwarum Personal Brand & Speaking heute Hand in Hand gehenund wie du lernst, dich selbst klarer, sichtbarer und selbstbewusster zu positionierenEine Folge über Mut, Sichtbarkeit, Selbstwirksamkeit und darüber, warum deine Stimme mehr verändern kann, als du vielleicht gerade glaubst.Webseite Ewa: https://www.ewadelubomirz.comInstagram Ewa: https://www.instagram.com/ewa.de.lubomirz/Instagram Tanja:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tanja.kammler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram the brand. Boutique:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.brand.boutique/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buche dir hier ein unverbindliches Erstgespräch:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thebrandboutique.at/buchung-erstgespraech

In this episode of the Kelly Lundberg Podcast, Kelly Lundberg sits down with beauty entrepreneur, business strategist and mentor Katie Godfrey to discuss what it really takes to build a successful personal brand and business in a completely new market.From scaling a multi seven-figure beauty empire in the UK to rebuilding visibility and trust in Dubai, Katie shares honest insights on marketing, funnels, leadership, visibility and the mindset required to grow a sustainable business in today's digital world.If you've ever struggled with showing up consistently, simplifying your marketing or building authority online, this episode will completely change the way you think about visibility and personal branding.What You'll Learn in This Episode• Why visibility is the foundation of business growth• How personal branding builds trust faster in a new market• The importance of funnels and repeatable systems in scaling a business• Why most entrepreneurs overcomplicate marketing• The role of mindset, leadership and boundaries in entrepreneurship• How masterminds and retreats accelerate business growth• Why storytelling is essential for authority and connection online• How to strategically use PR, email marketing and events togetherKey TakeawaysConsistency builds trust. Visibility is not about posting once, it's about showing up repeatedly with intention.People buy from people they trust. Your story, personality and leadership matter more than polished perfection.Marketing works best when it's simplified. Repeating proven systems consistently creates stronger long-term growth than constantly reinventing strategies.Funnels do not need to be complicated. Clear customer journeys and strategic messaging help convert visibility into sales.Community accelerates growth. Masterminds, retreats and collaborative spaces create opportunities, accountability and long-term business relationships.Notable Quotes“Business is actually quite boring. You just repeat the same thing that works over and over again.”“A confused buyer doesn't buy.”“Visibility is the one thing people shy away from when they need it the most.”“Your ideal client is usually who you were five or ten years ago.”“You can have the most incredible offer in the world, but if nobody sees you, nobody buys.”Resources Mentioned• Funnel marketing strategies• Email marketing systems• Personal branding and visibility frameworks• Mastermind and retreat business models• PR and media visibility strategiesWork With Kelly & Her TeamBook a strategy call to explore how personal brand strategy can elevate your visibility and authority.https://calendly.com/personal-brand-strategy-call/brandyouConnect with Kelly LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellylundbergofficial/Website https://kellylundbergofficial.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kellylundberg.official/If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a colleague, friend or leader building their personal brand.__________About Kelly LundbergTo inspire limitless action, every conversation, every person, every day. Kelly Lundberg transforms ambitious professionals into magnetic leaders who command attention before they speak. A bestselling author, double TEDx speaker, and international keynote speaker, she has spent over two decades helping executives and entrepreneurs turn expertise into influence. From Chanel to Visa, Kelly blends strategic storytelling, mindset mastery, and high-energy delivery. Through her podcast, book Deseed the Lemon, and stage presence, she empowers you to turn your story into your ultimate competitive advantage.If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a colleague, friend, or leader who is redefining what authentic leadership looks like.

Welche Tools nutzen Selbstständige eigentlich wirklich im Alltag? In dieser Folge sprechen wir über unsere aktuellen Lieblings-Tools für Business, Content, Organisation, KI und Events.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: From Dreams to Deals: A Startup's Game-Changing Decision Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-05-19-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: बैंगलुरु के एक स्टार्टअप इनक्यूबेटर में एक नया दिन शुरू हो चुका था।En: A new day had begun at a startup incubator in Bengaluru.Hi: वहां वातावरण में एक खास गरमाहट और ऊर्जा थी।En: There was a special warmth and energy in the environment.Hi: विशाल खिड़कियों से आती धूप पूरे कमरे को रौशन कर रही थी।En: The sunlight streaming through the large windows illuminated the entire room.Hi: हर कोई अपने काम में व्यस्त था, और अपडेट्स को लेकर चर्चा जारी थी।En: Everyone was busy with their work, and discussions about updates were ongoing.Hi: इसी भीड़ में, एक कोने में, आरव अपने लैपटॉप पर कुछ देख रहा था।En: In this crowd, in one corner, Aarav was looking at something on his laptop.Hi: बालों में हल्का बिखरापन और चहरे पर सपने पूरे करने का जोश, वह एक महत्वाकांक्षी उद्यमी था।En: With his slightly tousled hair and a face full of dreams, he was an ambitious entrepreneur.Hi: आरव की टेलीहेल्थ स्टार्टअप को एक नए सॉफ्टवेयर टूल की जरूरत थी।En: Aarav's telehealth startup needed a new software tool.Hi: यह टूल उनकी कंपनी के लिए अद्वितीय फायदे ला सकता था।En: This tool could bring unique advantages to his company.Hi: लेकिन समस्या थी, उसका बजट।En: But the problem was the budget.Hi: सॉफ्टवेयर महँगा था और आरव के लिए उसे खरीद पाना आसान नहीं था।En: The software was expensive, and it wasn't easy for Aarav to afford it.Hi: हालांकि, उसे अपने बिजनेस पार्टनर विक्रम को भी समझाना था कि इस इन्वेस्टमेंट की जरूरत है।En: Nevertheless, he also had to convince his business partner, Vikram, about the necessity of this investment.Hi: "विक्रम," आरव ने एक दिन चाय की दुकान पर कहा, "मैंने एक सॉफ्टवेयर टूल देखा है जो हमारे प्रोजेक्ट्स को नई दिशा दे सकता है।En: "Vikram," Aarav said one day at a tea shop, "I've seen a software tool that can give new direction to our projects."Hi: "विक्रम की माथे पर कुछ शिकन उभरी।En: A wrinkle formed on Vikram's forehead.Hi: "पर, हमारा बजट?En: "But, our budget?"Hi: " आरव ने गहरी सांस ली और अपने लैपटॉप की स्क्रीन को विक्रम की तरफ घुमाया।En: Aarav took a deep breath and turned his laptop screen toward Vikram.Hi: "देखो, मैंने इसके बारे में विस्तार से रिसर्च की है।En: "Look, I've researched it in detail.Hi: यह डेटा कलेक्शन और एनालिसिस को आसान बनाता है।En: It makes data collection and analysis easier.Hi: इससे हमारा प्रोडक्ट कई गुना बेहतर हो सकता है," आरव ने आत्मविश्वास से कहा।En: Our product could improve manifold because of it," Aarav said confidently.Hi: विक्रम ने कुछ देर सोच विचार किया और कहा, "हम बजट कैसे मैनेज करेंगे?En: Vikram thought for a while and said, "How will we manage the budget?"Hi: "आरव को पहले से ही इसकी तैयारी थी।En: Aarav was already prepared for this.Hi: "हम कुछ प्रोजेक्ट्स की लागत को रीडिस्ट्रिब्यूट कर सकते हैं और कुछ अनावश्यक खर्चों को कम कर सकते हैं।En: "We can redistribute the costs of some projects and cut down on some unnecessary expenses.Hi: इससे हमारे पास पर्याप्त पैसा हो जाएगा।En: This will give us enough money."Hi: "काफी देर तक बातचीत होती रही।En: The conversation continued for quite some time.Hi: आरव के तथ्यों और कथन ने आखिरकार विक्रम को प्रभावित कर ही दिया।En: Aarav's facts and statements eventually influenced Vikram.Hi: "ठीक है," विक्रम ने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा, "हम इस सॉफ्टवेयर को खरीदेंगे।En: "Alright," Vikram said with a smile, "we will purchase this software."Hi: " आरव की आँखें ख़ुशी से चमक उठीं।En: Aarav's eyes gleamed with happiness.Hi: वह जानता था कि यह कदम उनकी कंपनी के लिए मील का पत्थर साबित होगा।En: He knew that this step would prove to be a milestone for his company.Hi: इस फैसले के बाद आरव की खुद पर और अपने नेतृत्व कौशल पर विश्वास बढ़ा।En: After this decision, Aarav's confidence in himself and his leadership skills grew.Hi: उसने सीखा कि स्पष्ट संचार और साझेदारी में ही सफलता का रहस्य छुपा है।En: He learned that the secret to success lies in clear communication and partnership.Hi: अब, वह अपने सपने को हकीकत में बदलने के रास्ते पर और मजबूत इरादों के साथ अग्रसर था।En: Now, he was forging ahead on the path to turning his dreams into reality with even stronger determination. Vocabulary Words:startup: स्टार्टअपincubator: इनक्यूबेटरenvironment: वातावरणentrepreneur: उद्यमीtelehealth: टेलीहेल्थsoftware: सॉफ्टवेयरadvantage: फायदाbudget: बजटpartner: साझेदारinvestment: निवेशwrinkle: शिकनforehead: माथाconfidence: आत्मविश्वासconversation: बातचीतredistribute: रीडिस्ट्रिब्यूटunnecessary: अनावश्यकexpense: खर्चinfluence: प्रभावितmilestone: मील का पत्थरdetermination: इरादाdiscussion: चर्चाambitious: महत्वाकांक्षीdirection: दिशाanalysis: विश्लेषणimprove: सुधारcommunication: संचारpartnership: साझेदारीsuccess: सफलताenergy: ऊर्जाtool: उपकरण

Don Tepman, known as StripMallGuy, is the founder of TownCentre Capital, a private equity firm focused on buying neighborhood strip centers across the United States. With over 20 years of retail real estate investing, he has completed over 45 acquisitions and raised more than $150M in LP capital, and has built one of commercial real estate's most followed voices on X, LinkedIn, and Instagram with over half a million followers.This episode was recorded live on the red carpet at the 4th Annual Real Estate Gala in New York City, co-hosted by Don Tepman and Bob Knakal.(00:00) – Tangent Joins Commercial Observer(01:40) – ICSC Vegas Panel & Live Podcasts (03:41) – Social Media & In-person Events as a Business Tool(03:59) – StripMallGuy's AI AHA Moment(04:18) – Why PropTech Is Hard(05:02) – Death of the Cold Call(5:33) - Last Tech Solution SMG Adopted(6:45) - Collaboration Superpower: Charlie Munger(07:31) – Rise of Tech Founders with CRE Backgrounds

A great-looking website doesn't always mean great results. In this episode, we explore why so many cleaning company websites fail to convert—and what you can do about it. 

Stichwort: Technisch gestrandet. Diese Folge ist für alle, die denken, wir haben es im Griff und für alle die denken, sie sind mit Type B allein. Lea ist zurück aus Südafrika, Laura fliegt heute Nacht nach Japan und dazwischen passiert: ein verschwundener Reisepass, eine gelöschte SIM-Karte und ein verbrannter Topf Reis. Bei all dem heißt es trotzdem: Finding purpose in trying, failing, feeling, playing.Kapitel:(02:14) Robert Geiss im Podcast? Die Abstimmung(06:29) der beste Urlaubs-E-Mail-Hack (12:17) Type A vs. Type B: was bedeutet das eigentlich? (23:07) Die Superpowers von Type B (27:55) Hygienefaktoren: was du brauchst, bevor du performen kannst (30:26) Zyklus als Business-Tool(32:41) Devil Wears Prada 2: Ehrgeiz ist wieder erlaubt (40:22) Das Ende der Soft-Girl-Era (41:12) Conscious Indulgence: bewusst genießen statt optimieren (44:38) Girlboss 2.0: klüger, saisonaler, smarter arbeiten (51:21) Glamoratti: She believed, she could, so she did (53:40) Standards haben ist wieder cool (1:03:37) Lauras Hygienefaktoren: was sie wirklich braucht (1:06:18) Leas Hygienefaktoren: Körper, Stabilität, Ästhetik) Links:Robert Geiss OMR Podcast Folge Devil Wears PradaHuman Design PodcastfolgeAnna Schürle Interview PodcastfolgeEigenen Stil finden Interview mit Lea Rohe

Was, wenn du gar nicht „zu kompliziert“, „zu viel“ oder „zu sprunghaft“ bist, sondern dein Denken einfach anders funktioniert? In dieser Folge von Rise Higher! spricht Jessica mit Miriam über hochintelligente Frauen, Selbstzweifel, Vielseitigkeit, Human Design und die Frage, warum Umsetzung manchmal so schwerfällt, obwohl eigentlich alle Fähigkeiten da sind. Es geht um Mythen rund um Hochintelligenz, Scanner-Persönlichkeit, Perfektionismus, Reizüberflutung, Angst vor Sichtbarkeit und die oft unbewusste Angst vor Erfolg. Gemeinsam schauen die beiden darauf, warum klassische Business-Tools, To-do-Listen oder noch mehr Wissen oft nicht die Lösung sind und weshalb der eigentliche Schlüssel tiefer liegt: in Gedanken, Gefühlen, Nervensystem, Selbstannahme und einem System, das wirklich zur eigenen Energie passt. Diese Folge ist für dich, wenn du dich oft anders fühlst, viele Interessen hast, dich schwer festlegen kannst, immer wieder an dir zweifelst oder spürst: Da ist noch so viel mehr in mir, aber ich weiß nicht, wie ich es wirklich leben soll. Du erfährst unter anderem: ✨ warum Hochintelligenz oft ganz anders aussieht, als viele denken ✨ welche Verbindung es zwischen Human Design und hoher Intelligenz geben kann ✨ warum Vielseitigkeit keine Schwäche ist ✨ weshalb Selbstzweifel nicht „wegmüssen“ ✨ wie Freude, Sinnhaftigkeit und Nervensystemregulation dich zurück in deine Kraft bringen können ✨ warum Fokus nicht bedeutet, dich auf eine Sache zu reduzieren Eine Folge für alle Frauen, die schnell, viel und komplex denken und endlich aufhören wollen, sich dafür falsch zu fühlen. Links: 126 Merkmale Check hoher Intelligenz: https://mosa-iq.de/merkmals-check/  Instagram von Miriam: https://www.instagram.com/miriammichaelsencoaching/  Homepage von Miriam: https://mosa-iq.de/ Coworking Space von Miriam: https://mosa-iq.de/co-working-free/ Bei Fragen oder Wünschen zum Podcast schreibe mir gerne auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaheinrichcom/  Let's rise higher!

What if I told you that one single blog post could fuel your email newsletter, your Pinterest pins, your Instagram, your Facebook, your LinkedIn, AND your Google Business Profile update for the entire week? That is exactly what I'm breaking down in this episode of the Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast, and yes, you can watch the full training on YouTube or listen right here.Most family photographers I talk to are either spending way too many hours creating content from scratch for every platform, or they're frozen because the overwhelm won the battle that week. Both of those problems point to the same root issue: the way most of us have been taught to create content is broken. So today, I'm walking you through my entire AI-powered content repurposing system, starting with the foundation that makes it all work (your brand voice guidebook) and ending with a real-life example of what one week of marketing looks like when you have a system behind it.What you'll learn in this episodeWhy most photographers get generic, robotic AI output (and the one thing they skipped that caused it)How to build a brand voice guidebook that trains your AI to sound like YOU, not a content robotThe six marketing outputs you can create from a single blog post each weekWhy your blog post is the centerpiece of your marketing ecosystem (and not Instagram)How 52 blog posts can turn into 350+ pieces of marketing content in a yearAnd so much more!Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Read the full blog post that goes with this episode (that way, you get all the links mentioned): https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-ai-marketing-system-every-family-photographer-needs/▸ Get the Blogging & Visibility System For Family Photographers (only $37): https://dollydelong.thrivecart.com/organic-marketing-blogging-system-yt/▸ The Family Photographer's Marketing Society: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-family-photographers-marketing-society▸ Grab the FREE Family Photographers Marketing Trends Report: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/family-photography-marketing-trends▸ Apply HERE to work with me to be your 1:1 marketer for your family photography business!Connect with Me (Dolly DeLong Education)

In this episode, Philippa sits down with Dr. Lee Baucom to explore how writing a book can become a strategic asset for your business. They discuss how authorship builds authority, why book sales are not the primary goal, and how to align your book with your business model. If you have ever considered writing a book, this conversation will help you approach it with clarity and intention. Key Takeaways: [00:03:00] Book as a Business Tool [00:23:00] Authority Through Authorship [00:26:00] Distribution Over Sales [00:33:00] Filtering the Right Clients [00:40:00] Strategy Drives Results In this episode, you'll learn: How to position your book as a business asset Why authority increases when you become an author How to align your book with your offers How to use your book to attract the right clients How to think strategically about book distribution Join the Strategic Marketing Canvas Workshop https://channerconsulting.com/the-strategic-marketing-workshop and sign up to be notified when When Clarity Leads https://channerconsulting.com/when-clarity-leads/ is released. Links: Connect with Dr. Lee Baucom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippachanner/ Learn more: www.channerconsulting.com

Be honest with me for a second. How many courses or memberships are sitting in your hard drive, your email, or your Google Drive right now... untouched? If your hand just went up, welcome. You are in very good company. In this episode (which you can watch on YouTube or listen to right here), I'm putting on my counseling hat (yes, I have a master's in mental health counseling, and no, I won't invoice you

Can you answer this question right now, off the top of your head: what happens from the moment a client fills out your contact form to the moment you deliver their gallery? Every single step? If you're blanking (or cringing a little), this episode is your wake-up call, and I mean that with so much love. In this episode of the Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast, I'm revisiting one of my oldest episodes from over five years ago and giving it a major refresh, because we need to get back to the foundations. I'm walking you through five concrete steps to building your very first business workflow as a family photographer, and I'm sharing the embarrassing SD card story that made me realize my business was running on memory and prayers instead of actual systems.I decided to redo this episode because I've worked with hundreds of family photographers (especially inside my membership, The Family Photographers Marketing Society), and I keep seeing the same pattern: you know your process, you've done it dozens of times, but it's all trapped in your head. And when everything lives in your brain, things get dropped. This episode is your permission slip to start with just one workflow and build from there.What you'll learn in this episodeThe real reason family photographers resist building workflows (hint: it's not laziness, it's an unspoken belief about creativity)My SD card horror story and the missing SOP that caused itHow to brain dump your entire client journey for one service in 30 minutesThe four natural phases hiding inside every client workflowWhat "rinse and repeat" looks like in practice and why most photographers skip this stepAnd So Much More!Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Read the full blog post that goes with this episode (that way, you get all the links mentioned): https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/family-photographer-workflow/▸ The Family Photographer's Marketing Society: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-family-photographers-marketing-society▸ Grab the FREE Family Photographers Marketing Trends Report: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/family-photography-marketing-trends▸ Apply HERE to work with me to be your 1:1 marketer for your family photography business!Connect with Me (Dolly DeLong Education)

Are your sessions sitting with empty spots, and it's making your stomach hurt? Same.In this episode, I'm spilling the tea on exactly how I built a simple giveaway strategy that helped me fill motherhood session spots, grew my email list by 25+ local families, and gave me a repeatable system I can use year after year.Here's the deal: 2026 has been different. Sessions aren't booking the way they used to, and I'm hearing this from family photographers everywhere. So instead of panicking (okay, I gave myself five minutes to panic), I sat down and treated my motherhood sessions like a mini launch. I worked backwards from my session date, built out evergreen infrastructure, created long-form content, ran a strategic Instagram giveaway tied to my email list, and then nurtured that list. I'm walking you through every single step so you can take this strategy and apply it to your own minis.What you'll learn in this episodeWhy planning your mini session marketing in January matters (even when it feels way too early)How to build an evergreen landing page that gets stronger in Google every single yearHow to think like a launch strategist for your mini sessionsWhy long-form content and SEO compound over time, and what that looks like in a real photography businessAnd so much more! Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Read the full blog post that goes with this episode (that way, you get all the links mentioned): https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/giveaway-strategy-fill-mini-sessions-family-photographers/▸ The Family Photographer's Marketing Society: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-family-photographers-marketing-society▸ Grab the FREE Family Photographers Marketing Trends Report: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/family-photography-marketing-trends▸ Apply HERE to work with me to be your 1:1 marketer for your family photography business!Connect with Me (Dolly DeLong Education)

Use stillness, silence and solitude as business tools. Be quiet daily, in a world of noise and overstimulation. Pay attention to the ideas your wisest self sends you. And refuel. Because in the face of volatility rest is not a luxury—it's a necessity.Churchill, in the middle of World War 2 made the time to leave London on weekends to race (with a security escort) to Checkers, the country home, where he would think carefully amidst the rose garden and stay up late with his trusted circle after an excellent meal, sharing ideas and relieving tension.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookYouTube​​

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Eric and Andy explore the practicalities, frustrations, and potential of AI-powered call answering systems in small businesses. They share personal experiences with automated systems in auto repair, healthcare, and customer service, debating their effectiveness and future prospects.In the end one of the guys is planning to sign up and start using an ai answering service, who do you think it will be? Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Okay, family photographer, I need you to be honest with yourself for a second: when was the last time you checked your website for broken links? Not just a quick glance at your homepage. I mean, actually going through and making sure every single link works. Because I just discovered that my own website had over 166 sessions landing on a "page not found" error, and I'm spilling the tea on all of it in this episode. Whether you watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast player, stick around because I'm walking you through why broken links matter, showing you a completely free tool to find yours, and doing a live demo of how I'm fixing mine in real time.Here's the backstory: I've spent the last four years separating my photography website from my systems and workflow education website. I'm a solo business owner doing it all myself, and I believe in slow, sustainable growth (and I'm willing to put in the work)! But when I checked Google Analytics and saw that "page not found" was one of my top three most visited pages? Yeah, I spiraled for about five minutes. Then I made a plan. Because that's what we do around here.What you'll learn in this episodeWhy broken links are one of the sneakiest things quietly undoing all of your SEO workHow broken links leak your link equity (that trail of trust between your pages)The completely free tool I'm using right now to find every broken link on my websiteAnd so much more!Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Read the full blog post that goes with this episode (that way, you get all the links mentioned): https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-free-tool-im-using-to-find-every-broken-link-on-my-photography-website/▸ The Family Photographer's Marketing Society: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-family-photographers-marketing-society▸ Grab the FREE 2026 Family Photographers Marketing Trends Report: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/family-photography-marketing-trends▸ Apply HERE to work with me to be your 1:1 marketer for your family photography business!Connect with Me (Dolly DeLong Education)

Matt Loria built a top-tier cybersecurity and IT firm without a single tech degree or certification.Back when he and his brother ran a computer recycling business, they went repeatedly through IT providers. It was always the same: things started great, then the service just vanished. When Matt eventually told his brother he was starting his own IT firm, his brother pointed out the obvious.. "You don't know anything about IT."But Matt knew exactly what it looked like when someone did it wrong, and he knew how to fix it.That gap became the foundation for Auxiom. By bringing in a technical co-founder and focusing on the service and culture the industry was missing, he turned the company into a gold standard. Today, Auxiom handles everything from network security to AI readiness for massive, billion-dollar companies.We covered:→ Why antivirus software alone leaves your business dangerously exposed→ What a cyber attack actually costs after the breach (the rebuilding is worse than the hack)→ How AI has supercharged the threat landscape and what the good guys are doing to keep up→ Why every executive needs 30-60 minutes a day inside AI tools right now→ And why Matt interviews a candidate's spouse before making a major hireOne major takeaway: owners can't vision cast for something they don't know exists. That's why it's imperative every business owner gets their hands dirty with AI.Thank you Matt for coming to the studio and for sharing your story and expertise. It was a blast talking to you man!*Chapters*0:00 - Intro & Welcome1:06 - Meet Matt Loria and Auxiom7:37 - How Matt Got Into the IT Industry11:27 - The Gap in the Market That Started It All12:14 - What Is Managed IT Services?13:10 - Cybersecurity and Why It Has to Be the Foundation14:09 - How AI Has Changed the Threat Landscape16:33 - First Steps for Business Owners to Protect Themselves18:54 - The Real Cost of a Cyber Attack24:47 - Entrepreneurship, Failure, and the Mindset of Going Broke25:47 - Why Marrying the Right Person Changes Everything30:30 - Who Auxiom Serves and How to Work With Them31:33 - The BLTnT Podcast Story35:22 - AI as a Business Tool, Not Just a Shortcut39:44 - Outro*Connect with Matt* Web: https://auxiom.com/ |  @BLTnTPodcast LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mattloriaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dillon-england-show--6370921/support.*Connect with Dillon*https://www.instagram.com/thedillonenglandshow/https://twitter.com/imdillonenglandhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dillonmengland/https://www.facebook.com/dillon.england.5*Sponsor — Broadcast Brew (Low-Acid Coffee)*Order our LOW ACID COFFEE “THE BROADCAST BREW”Thank you to Cool Beans Coffee Brewery for your partnership.https://www.coolbeanscoffeemi.com/product-page/broadcast-brew-low-acid-blend*ABOUT THE DILLON ENGLAND SHOW*Authentic conversations with interesting people across personal growth, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle — direct, faith-forward, Detroit grit.Subscribe for full conversations and weekly clips.Share this with someone on your leadership team.Comment your biggest takeaway.

On the go and miss your normal desktop AI prowess? Well, this week you mighta missed some powerful AI updates up your alley. From OpenClaw-esque mobile phone powers in Claude Cowork to a new agentic browser for the iPhone, this week saw a ton of AI power packed into mobile phones. And if you missed any of these 7 new AI features, you might be lagging behind. We'll get you caught up with our new segment, Feature Fridays.  Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:Perplexity Comet AI Browser for iPhoneClaude Dispatch Mobile-to-Desktop Remote ControlChatGPT Write Actions for Google & Microsoft AppsGoogle Stitch Vibe Design AI FeaturesClaude Interactive Charts and Diagrams ReleaseNVIDIA Nemo Claw Security for OpenClaw AgentsGemini-Powered Conversational Maps in Google MapsTimestamps:00:00 "Friday AI Features Rundown"03:34 "AI Trends and Model Updates"07:36 "Perplexity: Agentic iOS Browser"10:26 "Updating Claude: Easy Access"15:55 "Admin Controls for App Actions"20:03 "Google Unveils AI Design Tool"21:50 "Vibe Coding and Workflow Apps"25:48 "Interactive Learning Made Simple"29:21 "Nemo Claw: Enterprise Security Enhanced"31:40 "Business Tools and Travel Planning"34:21 "AI Learning & Adoption Tools"Keywords: Perplexity Comet browser, AI native browser iPhone, mobile AI features, AI automation, remote controlled agents, Claude Dispatch, Anthropic, Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Half of companies have AI tools. Only 12% get value. Section closes that gap. Find out how.  Half of companies have AI tools. Only 12% get value. Section closes that gap. Find out how. 

Welcome to episode #1027 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). Will Storr is an award-winning author, journalist and storytelling researcher whose work explores one of the most powerful forces shaping human behavior… the stories we tell ourselves about the world. Over the course of a career that blends psychology, neuroscience, investigative journalism and narrative craft, Will has become one of the most compelling voices examining how stories shape identity, belief and culture. His bestselling books include The Science of Storytelling, Selfie: How We Became So Self-Obsessed And What It's Doing To Us, and The Status Game, each offering a deeper look at the hidden forces driving human motivation and social behavior. In his latest book, A Story Is A Deal - How To Use The Science Of Story To Motivate And Persuade, Will explores how storytelling operates as a powerful psychological transaction… a kind of deal between storyteller and audience that shapes what we believe, who we trust and how we act. Drawing on research from neuroscience and psychology alongside examples that range from ancient rituals to modern brand campaigns, Will shows how narratives influence everything from the leaders we follow to the products we buy. In this conversation, Will explores why people so often believe stories before they believe facts, how identity and status shape the narratives we embrace, and why character-driven storytelling remains the most powerful way to influence human behavior. At the same time, he wrestles with the darker side of narrative… the way stories can fuel misinformation, reinforce tribal identities and manipulate audiences when used without care. As artificial intelligence begins to play a role in creating and distributing stories, the conversation also turns to questions of authenticity, creativity and the future of narrative itself. I'm a huge fan of Will's work and it was truly a honor to host him. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 54:58. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Will Storr. A Story Is A Deal - How To Use The Science Of Story To Motivate And Persuade. The Science of Storytelling. Selfie: How We Became So Self-Obsessed And What It's Doing To Us. The Status Game. Will's other books. Follow Will on LinkedIn. Follow Will on Instagram. Follow Will on X. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Storytelling and Its Significance. (02:47) - The Power of Story in Belief Systems. (05:43) - The Role of Story in Climate Change Narratives. (08:56) - Navigating Complex Conversations and Identity. (11:45) - Storytelling as a Business Tool. (15:41) - Consciousness and Story: An Indivisible Connection. (18:18) - Persuasion vs. Manipulation in Storytelling. (20:29) - AI and the Future of Storytelling. (27:29) - The Emergence of AI-Generated Content. (29:36) - The Emotional Connection to Art. (31:31) - The Future of Cultural Art and AI. (32:54) - AI's Role in Creative Writing. (36:35) - The Formula of Storytelling. (40:39) - The Impact of AI on Writing Quality. (44:14) - The Science of Storytelling. (49:41) - The Role of Character in Business Narratives. (56:34) - Understanding Religion as a Status Game.

In dieser Folge widmen sich Andreas und sein Gast Lars Beckmann dem Thema, das für viele Studiobetreiber oft die „große Unbekannte“ darstellt: Die digitale Ernährungsbetreuung. Lars, Experte für die prozesssichere Integration digitaler Ernährungstools, erklärt, wie Du die Ernährungsberatung sinnvoll skalierst, ohne dass Deine Trainer den ganzen Tag Kalorien zählen. Erfahre, was professionelle Software heute leisten muss, ob Apps nur nette Gadgets oder echte Business-Tools für Dein Studio sind und wie eine sinnvolle Kalkulation aussieht, um damit direkt Geld zu verdienen. Zusätzlich teilt Lars Beckmann seine wichtigsten Erkenntnisse über die größten Fehler bei der Einführung digitaler Systeme und wagt einen Blick in die Glaskugel, ob wir in 3 bis 5 Jahren KI-Systeme sehen werden, die über Sensoren am Körper in Echtzeit sagen, was wir essen sollen. Wir bedanken uns bei unserem Werbepartner Independent Workout für die Unterstützung bei dieser Folge. Mehr Infos zum Independent Workout und der Ausbildung zum Präventionstrainer erhaltet Ihr unter https://cutt.ly/vtWk9ogH Weiterführende Infos und Links Abonniere den Podcast auf Apple Podcasts, Deezer, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud und Spotify: https://linktr.ee/hashtagfitnessindustrie Folge uns auf Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn und Threads. Kontakt zu Andreas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreasmbechler/ Tritt der Hashtag Fitnessindustrie-Community auf Facebook bei und diskutiere über die Fitnessbranche mit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/309945713288355 Kontakt zu Lars: https://www.linkedin.com/in/satisfeat-larsbeckmann/ Fitnessunternehmer-Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7n0VPAejmId6mYdPGsqddX SATISFEAT: https://www.satisfeat.de

Folge #281: Scrollen statt skalieren? Dann wird dein Business genau dort bleiben, wo es gerade ist. In dieser Episode spreche ich Klartext. Über Unternehmer und Unternehmerinnen, die ständig beschäftigt wirken und gleichzeitig kaum an den Dingen arbeiten, die ihr Unternehmen wirklich nach vorne bringen. Ausgelöst durch ein Kunstwerk eines Schutzengels, der tief in sein Smartphone versunken ist, stelle ich dir eine provozierende Frage dazu. Du erfährst in dieser Folge: * warum Social Media für viele Unternehmer und Unternehmerinnen zur größten Zeitfalle geworden ist * weshalb dein Content über Kunden entscheidet * wie du Social Media endlich als Business-Tool nutzt * und warum Fokus der wahre Wachstumsmotor deines Unternehmens ist Eine Episode für alle Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmer, die endlich aufhören wollen zu scrollen – und anfangen wollen zu skalieren. Viel Hörgenuss und herzlichst, Carmen

Send a textBehind every successful business is a series of strategic decisions no one talks about. In this conversation, Fractional CMO Mallory Musante and I say those quiet parts out loud.  We're giving you a peek behind the curtain at how we decide what tools to keep, swap, and cancel this year - and why.This is more than an interview. It's an open, honest conversation between business besties about how we evaluate tools based on cost, capacity, simplicity, and actual workflow fit.We talk through what earned its spot (like Canva, ClickUp, HoneyBook, and ChatGPT), what got cut, and why consolidation often creates more momentum than adding something new.We also discuss:How to tell if a tool is actually driving growth or just keeping you busyUsing AI as a thought partner without outsourcing your voiceReducing meetings and increasing productivity with async tools like Fathom and LoomSimplifying your tech stack without slowing your marketingWhen to stay with your "comfort zone" tools and it's time to level upIf you've ever wondered whether there's a simpler way to run your business or you're curious how experienced entrepreneurs make real operational decisions, this episode will help you audit your tools with more clarity and confidence.Links & References:Come network with us! CLICK HERE to attend your first PWR Connection Network virtual speed networking event at no cost!Learn more about Mallory Musante and her work here: www.mallorymusante.comConnect with Mallory on Instagram, Threads or LinkedInSupport the showConnect with Your Host!Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist and the founder of Powerful Women Rising - a business growth ecosystem for female entreprenuers who want to create real momentum through real relationships. Inside the PWR Connect Network and the PWR Business Growth Mastermind, Melissa helps women in business get build relationships, increase visibility and get more referrals without pressure, perfection or performative networking. She's on a mission to change the way women grow their businesses - proving that you can be authentic, values-driven and profitable at the same time. Melissa lives in Colorado with two dogs (Peyton and Ally), three cats (Giorgio, Karma and Betty) and any number of foster kittens. She hates winter, seafood and feet. She loves iced coffee, Taylor Swift, and buying books she'll never read.

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Susan Finch sits down with Laura Patterson, President and Co-Founder at VisionEdge Marketing. They explore why businesses chase shiny new tools instead of maximizing what already works, the real cost of remote work on mentorship and professional development, and how strategic restraint might be the most powerful tool in your marketing arsenal. Laura brings decades of experience helping companies achieve measurable business outcomes through marketing, while Susan brings her perspective from working with business-focused podcasts and small- to mid-size companies. Together, they challenge the assumption that more tools, more content, and more technology automatically equals better results. The conversation moves from the "random acts of marketing" that plague so many businesses to the critical importance of in-person mentorship for young professionals. Laura shares insights from her 20-year intern program, while both hosts discuss how the shift to remote work has created a mentorship crisis that's hurting the next generation's ability to navigate difficult conversations and workplace dynamics. Whether you're drowning in marketing tools, struggling to find clarity in your strategy, or wondering how to bring up the next generation of professionals, this episode offers a refreshing dose of reality and actionable wisdom.   Laura Patterson is President and co-founder of VisionEdge Marketing, a growth strategy firm she launched in 1999. A globally recognized expert in customer-centric growth and Marketing Performance Management, Laura has worked with over 300 companies to replace disconnected acts with deliberate, measurable strategies rooted in creating business and customer value. Her career began at Motorola and grew through leadership roles in marketing operations, product and strategic marketing, and customer marketing and loyalty. She is the author of multiple books, including the award-winning Fast-Track Your Business: A Customer-Centric Approach to Accelerate Market Growth, and holds a patent for Accelance®, a SaaS platform that connects activities directly to business outcomes. Laura hosts the "What's Your Edge" podcast and has mentored over 50 marketing interns over 20 years. A LinkedIn Influencer and frequent keynote speaker, she has won over a dozen thought leadership awards. Connect with Laura at visionedgemarketing.com.

What separates successful investors, executives, and decision-makers from the rest isn't luck—it's how they understand risk, probability, and data. In this episode of GrowNLearn, host Zorina Dimitrova—investment matchmaker and strategic growth advisor—welcomes Dr. Michael Orkin, a renowned statistician and consultant who has advised casino odds-makers, Fortune-100 strategy teams, and global organizations on how to think clearly under uncertainty. Dr. Orkin is the author of The Story of Chance: Beyond the Margin of Error (2nd Edition, 2025), a powerful guide to recognizing data illusions, misleading patterns, and cognitive traps that influence everything from investment decisions to leadership strategy. Together, we explore: Why humans are hardwired to see patterns that don't exist How casinos, investors, and boards quantify real risk Expected Value (EV) as a decision-making framework The Kelly Criterion and disciplined capital allocation How small data samples and headlines distort reality Practical tools to spot “loaded dice” in business, finance, and life This conversation is essential viewing for: ✔ Investors & capital allocators ✔ Founders & executives ✔ Strategy, finance, and growth leaders ✔ Anyone making high-stakes decisions under uncertainty

January can feel like a weird, quiet, and sometimes panic-inducing month for family photographers. In this episode of The Systems & Workflow Magic Podcast, I'm breaking down three specific marketing seeds you should be planting in January—so you're not scrambling later in the spring.If you've ever wondered:“Is January just a dead month?”“Should I be pushing people to book right now?”“How do I stay visible without feeling salesy or burnt out?”This episode is for you.Whether you're listening on your favorite podcast player or watching this episode on YouTube, you'll learn how to reframe January as a seed-planting month that sets you up for calmer, more consistent bookings in March, April, and beyond.Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Read the full blog post that goes with this episode (that way, you get all the links mentioned): https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/january-marketing-for-family-photographers/▸ The Family Photographer's Marketing Society: https://systemsandworkflowmagic.com/the-family-photographers-marketing-societyConnect with Dolly DeLong Education

What if the customer experience principles behind Disney-level service and NASA-grade operational excellence could be applied to your business, without increasing your costs? In this episode of the Grownlearn Podcast, host Zorina Dimitrova, Investment Matchmaker & Strategic Growth Advisor, sits down with Vance Morris, a customer experience expert who has worked with Disney, NASA, and the Kennedy Center.

Hello Redlo Women!In this inspiring episode, I sit down with my daughter, Allie Mullen - a dynamic leader in the VC platform space - to talk about how she built an incredible email list and newsletter that led to launching her latest side hustle.I loved this conversation (and learned so much myself) and I know you will too.Allie shares:How she grew her newsletter from 0 to 4,000 subscribersThe specific need her newsletter meetsHow it led to launching a new businessTools and strategies you can use to get startedHow all this makes her better in her current role in VC PlatformWhether you're looking to expand your digital reach or kickstart a new venture, Allie's expertise offers valuable strategies that will really help you Step Forward!Discover how you can leverage the insights and tools Allie shares to elevate your own entrepreneurial growth.Allie's Newsletter:⁠SoYouWantToWorkInPlatform Newsletter⁠Connect with Terri:⁠Join the Redlo Women Circle (paid community)⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Terri's book, Step Forward⁠Keep stepping forward

Originally uploaded November 4th, reloaded January 3rd. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Amy Rencher, Senior Vice President, Small Business Services, Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) How does the budget signed by the Governor impact small businesses here in Michigan? How can small businesses leverage tools available to them through the MEDC? Your role at the MEDC covers both small business and the innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem in the state, how do those complement each other in the Make it in Michigan economic development strategy? What do you see on the horizon for entrepreneurs and small business owners here in the state? Where would you tell people to go looking for potential state support for their businesses? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

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Jessica Hische and Chris Shiflett first crossed paths at Studiomates, a Brooklyn based co-working space where some of New York's most talented designers built businesses and influential organizations. Visit our Substack for bonus content and more: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/jessica-hische-and-chris-shiflett Jessica, known for her lettering and illustration work with clients like Wes Anderson and The New York Times, and Chris, whose career spans from the early foundations of the web to co-founding Brooklyn Beta, both experienced firsthand what happens when passionate, independent creatives come together. Today, they're channeling those lessons into Studioworks, a business platform built specifically for independent studios and creative professionals. They're tackling the unglamorous but essential parts of running a creative practice—invoicing, project management, client relationships—with the same care and community spirit that defined those Brooklyn days. In this conversation, we talk about the magic of Studiomates and Brooklyn Beta, what they learned from running their own studios for years, and why they decided to bootstrap a tool for the creative community rather than chase venture capital. It's a story about building something sustainable, beautiful, and genuinely useful for the people who make things. Bios Jessica Hische is one of the most beloved and influential designers of the past two decades. She's best known for her lettering and illustration, but equally for her generosity in sharing what she knows. Jessica was part of the original Studiomates community in Brooklyn, has worked with clients like Wes Anderson, The New York Times, and Penguin Books, and now brings her creative leadership to Studioworks, where she and Chris are building better tools for independent creatives and small studios. Chris Shiflett is a longtime friend of the design community whose career spans the deep foundations of the early web and the heart of the creative world. His early books on HTTP and web security became unexpectedly influential at a time when the internet was still taking shape, opening the door to some extraordinary projects — including one that generated nearly half of the internet's traffic and another responsible for a fourth of the world's email. After years helping big internet companies solve scalability problems, he realized he was more inspired by the people creating them — the designers, founders, and builders making things people love. That shift led him to the original Studiomates community, to co-founding Brooklyn Beta, and ultimately to the work he and Jessica are doing today with Studioworks. Premium Episodes on Design Better This ad-supported episode is available to everyone. If you'd like to hear it ad-free, upgrade to our premium subscription, where you'll get an additional 2 ad-free episodes per month (4 total). Premium subscribers also get access to the documentary Design Disruptors and our growing library of books: You'll also get access to our monthly AMAs with former guests, ad-free episodes, discounts and early access to workshops, and our monthly newsletter The Brief that compiles salient insights, quotes, readings, and creative processes uncovered in the show. And subscribers at the annual level now get access to the Design Better Toolkit, which gets you major discounts and free access to tools and courses that will help you unlock new skills, make your workflow more efficient, and take your creativity further. Upgrade to paid

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Ralph Sutton from The SDR Show and GaS Digital Network, Joe Scaretta and Moses Carrasco from MasonMade Ventures and GG Mirvis from Desolas Mezcal. Ralph Sutton, host of The SDR Show, joins the show with a wild, no-rules journey through radio, rock, and the rise of one of the most successful indie podcast networks in the game. From DJ to VH1 host to creator of Gas Digital, Ralph reveals how relentless hustle, genuine authenticity, and a refusal to follow trends took him from midnight radio shifts to hosting top-charting shows and building the 5-million-listeners-a-week GaS Digital network. Read more at: https://gasdigital.com/ and https://www.thesdrshow.com/ Joe Scaretta and Moses Carrasco are the powerhouse entrepreneurs behind MasonMade Ventures, bringing two decades of ground-up success to a new era of people-first investing. With a proven track record of scaling national companies and disrupting outdated industries, they're redefining what operational excellence and meaningful growth look like. Read more at: https://www.masonmade.co/ Meet GG Mirvis, the founder behind Desolas Mezcal — a spirit born from the sun, crafted by tradition, and perfected with pure Salmiana agave. From sun-soaked fields in San Luis Potosí to small-batch, hand-crafted bottles, GG is preserving the soul of mezcal one sip at a time. Read more at: https://www.desolasmezcal.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Starting a Business(00:00:31) - Passage to Profit(00:02:01) - The One Skill Every Entrepreneur Needs to Have(00:03:14) - What's the One Skill Every Entrepreneur Should Master in 2026(00:06:02) - Interview(00:08:06) - Have You Build a Podcast Network?(00:10:20) - Podcasters on Starting a Podcast(00:12:58) - Are Rock Radio Audiences Similar to Podcast Audiences?(00:13:40) - What Do Podcasts Need to Do Right(00:16:18) - Passion and the Hustle(00:18:17) - The Tour Bus(00:21:00) - How to Get Your Show on a Network(00:22:24) - The Investment Value of Gold(00:23:26) - The Cruise Line Hotline(00:24:24) - Interviewing Def Leppard(00:26:07) - Have You Met A Real Celebrity?(00:30:05) - I Had A Tattoo On My Butt(00:30:46) - A Celebrity's Place in Our Culture(00:33:04) - AI in Business With My Perfect Co-Host(00:33:37) - What is One Way That AI Is Affecting Your Business?(00:34:24) - Microsoft's AI-based Business Tools(00:38:34) - A Chatbot For Kids?(00:42:28) - Is It Bad that the Millennials Are More Alike With Their Parents(00:44:00) - ChatGPT and Perplexity(00:46:38) - Passive to Profit(00:49:29) - Is AI Music a Threat to Copyright?(00:54:23) - Facility Management Disrupting the Facility Industry(00:55:54) - Starting a Business on a Unique Story(00:57:10) - Startup Entrepreneur: Pre-Vetting Contracts(01:00:18) - Startup entrepreneur's story(01:02:38) - The Contractor's Vast Stigma(01:05:10) - Mason Made: How to Grow and Scale Your Business(01:09:27) - Introducing San Luis Potosi Mezcal(01:13:06) - Mezcal Master Bartender Jorge Desolas on Marketing(01:17:34) - Desalus Mezcal: Bringing People Together(01:19:32) - Entrepreneurs: How to Get Your Vodka on the Store(01:23:14) - Secret of the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:24:25) - What's The Secret to Active Listening?(01:26:29) - What is the secret to growing your business?(01:28:12) - Passage to Profit

You ever see a new AI model drop and be like.... it's so good OMG how do I use it?

What makes great leaders truly exceptional? In this Grownlearn episode, host Zorina Dimitrova sits down with Sébastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price, who joins in his personal capacity to explore the psychology of leadership, emotional intelligence, and the art of building high-performing teams. From his journey as a Canadian immigrant to leading one of the world's top investment divisions, Sébastien shares real-world insights on resilience, mindset, and leadership growth—themes drawn from his new book, The Psychology of Leadership. In it, he bridges lessons from sports psychology, personality science, and positive psychology to reveal how leaders can elevate performance in any environment. You'll learn: ✅ How to apply emotional intelligence and resilience like elite athletes do ✅ Why introverted leaders often outperform expectations—and how to empower them ✅ The secret link between personality balance and business success ✅ What Roger Federer can teach us about handling setbacks ✅ How to build teams that combine technical skills and personality harmony for sustainable growth

#898 Having the right tools for the job will transform your productivity. After trying out hundreds of them, I've finally unlocked the next-level tech stack that changed the game for me. Tune in for this episode to hear how I use everything from AI to basic calendar apps to elevate my workflow. Don't miss this session because, while most services promise the world and fall short, you only need a few high-quality tools to set yourself up for success! I'll discuss how and why I've fed my books, videos, newsletters, and everything else into Poppy AI for upleveled creativity. I'll share services like Riverside that make content creation easy. Also, I'll remind you that Kit and Circle, companies for which I serve as advisor, continue to offer top-tier email and community solutions. [affiliate links] But that's just the start. There are other tools in this mix to help you build and manage a business without burnout! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session898.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wondered what it really takes to host a virtual summit? In this episode, I'm joined by my friends Bekah Read and Mara Kucirek to pull back the curtain on our 2025 Black Friday Summit. Together, we share a full launch debrief—what worked, what didn't, the data behind 758 signups and 137 All-Access Pass sales, and the behind-the-scenes life moments that happened while running this summit as busy moms and business owners. Whether you're planning a Black Friday promotion or dreaming of hosting your own virtual summit, this honest conversation is packed with lessons, encouragement, and strategies you can use right away.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeThe planning process behind a 3-day Black Friday summitHow we grew our email lists by over 700 signups through organic marketingThe role of sponsorships, private podcasts, and an All-Access Pass played in our resultsNumbers, data, and conversions—from 758 signups to $4K+ in salesWhat we'd do differently if we host again in 2026And so much more (click here to read the blog post)Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Watch the YouTube video version of this launch debrief:▸ Get The Simplified Black Friday Planning Kit: HERE▸ Snag the All Access Pass for The 2025 Black Friday Virtual Summit: HERE▸ Follow Mara Kucirek: HERE▸ Follow Bekah Read: HERE▸ Follow Ellen Yin/Cubicle To CEO: HEREConnect with Dolly DeLong Education

SUMMARY: In this episode, Aaron and Terryn bring back the popular “Cool Tools” segment, spotlighting Zapier—the automation platform that connects apps and streamlines workflows. They dive into the never-ending debate of how to pronounce it, share real-world use cases, and highlight how businesses of all sizes can leverage it to reduce manual tasks, centralize data, and increase efficiency. From simple time-saving zaps to complex multi-step automations, they explore the benefits, pitfalls, and when it might be time to upgrade beyond Zapier. Whether you're new to automation or already experimenting with integrations, this episode will help you see what's possible.   Minute by Minute: 00:00 - Introduction 02:01 - Introducing “Cool Tools” and why they matter 03:32 - The great Zapier vs. Zapier debate 04:54 - What Zapier actually does and why it's powerful 06:39 - Stripe and CRM: a practical example of automation 07:41 - Zapier as a translator between disconnected systems 09:12 - From simple zaps to complex workflows 10:20 - Centralizing customer data across platforms 13:00 - When Zapier becomes costly and how to evaluate 21:00 - Tips, troubleshooting, and words of wisdom for Zapier users

What if the same Ai tools you're using in your business could help NASA get humanity to Mars by 2040?That's exactly what I shared live at NASA's Nexplore Conference in Arlington, Virginia - and what I'm bringing to you in this brand-new episode of Capability Amplifier.This isn't science fiction. You'll see how Ai is already being used to:Prototype life-saving astronaut health tech in under an hourSolve energy and food challenges on MarsBuild real apps, commercials, and presentations - in 20 minutes or lessTell better stories that attract capital, talent, and partnershipsThe crazy part? These same systems work for founders, consultants, and creators here on Earth - whether you're building a new business, inventing products, or scaling your team's productivity.KEY INSIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:The Off-World AI Playbook Why NASA tapped entrepreneurs and Ai innovators to help solve its toughest problems - mental health, food, sanitation, and more.From Problem to Prototype in 20 Minutes How I built CoughSense, an astronaut respiratory monitoring app, in less than an hour using Ai tools (something that would normally take months and millions).The “Genius Stack” Framework Why you should never rely on a single Ai - and how to stack multiple Ais for faster, more reliable outcomes.Storytelling at Scale Why solving problems isn't enough - you must be able to tell a story that inspires buy-in from leaders, investors, and customers.Super Agents & Real-Time Research Discover the Ai super agents that plan ahead, debug, and build apps without you needing to write a single line of code.Business, Education & Job Creation Why rapid prototyping with Ai is the future of entrepreneurship and why young founders (like my own son) are already using it to create companies and land six-figure opportunities.The 18–36 Month Window Why entrepreneurs have a short window to embrace Ai - or risk being left behind.TIME STAMPS:[00:00:00] Introduction: Why NASA is betting on Ai to reach Mars by 2040[00:01:48] The biggest challenges: health, food, sanitation, power, mental health[00:06:20] How a simple brainstorm led to CoughSense - an Ai-powered astronaut health app [00:09:04] The “Genius Stack” Framework: stacking 10+ Ais for breakthroughs [00:13:12] The truth about trusting Ai platforms (and why speed beats loyalty) [00:16:13] Turning ideas into code prompts (even if you can't code) [00:19:52] Testing 10 Ai coding tools in parallel - winners and losers revealed [00:26:47] What my son built with Ai at 23 (and why it landed him equity in a company) [00:30:45] The Americium Story: turning nuclear waste into power for space exploration [00:38:22] Ai storytelling: from scripts to synthetic video to pitch decks in minutes [00:44:20] Why founders must lead by example - culture, behavior, and mindset shifts [00:47:08] The Four Quadrants of Ai: Superpowers, Marketing, Top-Line Growth, Automation [00:53:20] Real stories from Ai Accelerator Live - teams, families, and breakthroughs [00:57:59] Final message: The 18–36 month window before Ai becomes non-optionalIf you want to see how Ai can transform not just your business, but the future of humanity, don't miss this episode.PS – When you're ready, here's how I can help: Join me for 2 days at Genius Network Headquarters, this Oct. 28-29, for the Ai Accelerator Live Event – register here: www.AiAccelerator.com/Live Want to discover your next big opportunity? Meet me for a Cup of Coffee at my Digital Cafe (this is where we can meet): www.MikeKoenigs.com/1kCoffeeCAReady to reinvent yourself, your business, and your brand, and experiencing a massive personal and professional breakthrough? Watch this.

Are you a service-based business owner already thinking ahead to Black Friday 2025? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how I prepare months in advance, specifically, how I segment my email audience as early as August, so I know exactly who to promote to by November.I'll walk you through how I'm using Flodesk (my email service provider) and Showit (my website host) to create smart segments, confirmation pages, and primed audiences that are ready for my Black Friday branding photography offer. This is the same strategy I use with my launch clients, and it's one you can start applying to your own Black Friday prep today.Whether you're a family photographer, a service-based business owner, or someone who's tired of throwing together last-minute sales, this episode will help you:Understand why segmenting your audience months ahead of Black Friday sets you up for successLearn how to use Flodesk to create segments for your warmest leadsSee how Showit can support your email strategy with simple confirmation pagesRead the entire blog post hereResources & Links Mentioned In This Episode▸ Watch the YouTube video version of this training (with visuals!) → YouTube Channel▸ Flodesk (get 50% OFF your first year with this code): https://flodesk.com/c/DOLLYDELONGEDUCATION▸ Showit (get 1 month free with my link): https://showit.com/r/40ggld0m▸ Ready to map out and plan your Black Friday for 2025? Get The Simple Black Friday Planning Kit HERE Connect with Dolly DeLong Education

Snag Our Simplified Budget System!Today's episode is packed with real life, real clients, and real money lessons from our coaching sessions — and trust us, if they're going through it, you probably are too. From college kids nearly losing scholarships to business owners buried in tools they don't need, we're breaking it all down.This is the episode where you get to learn through someone else's mistakes (hallelujah), feel less alone, and walk away with quick wins you can apply to your own budget — right now.✨ Today's Lessons From the Coaching Couch

Ever feel like you're missing out on hidden gems in your tech toolbox? In this candid episode of Tech Diva Biz Talks, I open up about recent discoveries that left me both amazed and slightly embarrassed. From unearthing scanner features I never knew existed to decoding mysterious animal icons in Google Drive, I share my journey of continuous learning.Rediscovering Your Tech ArsenalAs entrepreneurs, we often overlook the potential of tools right at our fingertips. I reveal how:A simple scanner function revolutionized my workflowGoogle Drive's collaborative features surprised meStaying curious can lead to unexpected productivity boostsThe Power of Community and Continuous LearningEven as the Tech Diva, I emphasize the importance of:Engaging with supportive communitiesEmbracing new learning opportunitiesSharing discoveries to help fellow entrepreneursExpanding Your Communication ToolkitI introduce game-changing tools that can elevate your business communications:Video email technology for enhanced engagementAffiliate opportunities for additional revenue streamsResources to streamline your online presenceYour Turn: What's in Your Tech Toolbox?Share your own tech revelationsLearn from fellow entrepreneurs' experiencesContribute to our collective growthReady to uncover the hidden potential in your tech arsenal? Visit AltogetherDomains.com to secure your digital real estate and kickstart your online presence transformation. Remember, in the world of technology, there's always sometSend us a messageBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEAltogether Domains, Hosting and MoreBringing your business online - domain names, web design, branded email, security, hosting and more.Content Creator MachineThe integrated all-in-one online marketing, business tool/platform.Small Business Legal ServicesYour Small Business Legal Plan can help with any business legal matter.Digital Business CardsLet's speed up your follow up. Get a digital business card.Mens and Womens HatsSince 1972, American Hat Makers has been dedicated to the art of fine hat making.Riverside.fm Your Own Virtual StudioProfessional Virtual StudioDesignrr for eBooks, BlogsCreate eBooks, Blogs, Lead Magnets and more! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWant to be a guest on Tech Diva Biz Talks? Send Audrey Wiggins a message on PodMatch, here: podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/audreywiggins To work with Audrey schedule a breakthrough/discovery session.

You got seven minutes? Nicole is coming in fast and hot with a game-changing strategy to help you level up fast AF. Take off your pants and buckle up b*tches, it's about to get bumpy… Today's episode is about to blow your MF mind when it comes to the real cost of running your business. No cat needs a bath excuses, it's only seven minutes. Success doesn't take time, only intention. That is exactly how Nicole grew her empire to seven figures in her first year.You gotta spend money to make money - and the sooner you get your head around this, the better. So today, we're breaking down the basic investments you'll most likely need to make to set your business up for MF success. Whether you are just getting started or you are ready to slay six-figure months, Nicole's unique approach to entrepreneurship will get you to where you want to go…PS. Remember to get the five algorithm hacking posts that will have people reaching out to work with you

Tired of doing everything manually in your business? In this episode, I break down exactly how I use Zapier to automate key parts of my workflow—from onboarding to email marketing to content promotion. Whether you're a solopreneur or scaling a team, Zapier can save you time, reduce errors, and help you focus on the work that actually grows your business.   Resources: The Meeting Place Membership Rock The Reels 1:1 Coaching Free Client Welcome Guide Additional Trainings and Resources Connect with Brittni: Follow me on the Gram - @brittni.schroeder Join my Facebook Group  Visit my website Subscribe to my Youtube You can find the complete show notes here: https://brittnischroeder.com/podcast/zapier-breaking-down-my-tech-stack  

Use stillness, silence and solitude as business tools. Be quiet daily, in a world of noise and overstimulation. Pay attention to the ideas your wisest self sends you. And refuel. Because in the face of volatility rest is not a luxury—it's a necessity.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTube

In this special Summer Series Flip episode, I sit down with my dear friend Stephanie Cartin, co-founder of Entreprenista, for a deep dive into personal branding, refined messaging, and sustainable visibility. We unpack why building a personal brand is more essential than ever in 2025, and I share my step-by-step framework for how to get seen, get known, and get paid—without burning out or chasing the algorithm. We talk about the real meaning of a personal brand, why clarity and credibility matter more than more followers, and how to own your authority through strategic, story-driven content. I also open up about my own journey—what happened behind the scenes after hitting 7 figures, how I rebuilt with more alignment, and why power content and momentum messaging are now at the heart of everything I teach. If you're ready to stop playing small, stop performing, and start leading with real resonance, this episode will meet you exactly where you are. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  02:42 Summer Show Flip Episode 04:54 Defining a Personal Brand 08:19 Messaging vs. Content 10:29 Owning Your Authority 21:39 Business Tools and Automation 26:06 Building a Business with Contractors 26:53 The Importance of Automation and Human Touch 28:04 Mastering Social Media Messaging 29:38 Momentum Messaging Framework 34:39 Special Messaging Offer 36:35 TikTok Whirlwind and Diversification 41:29 Looking Forward to 2025 44:57 Ideal Clients and Audience 47:20 Biggest Business Secret 49:31 Conclusion and Newsletter Invitation QUOTABLES: “ Their challenge is that they keep thinking that more followers or just more content creation or this or that is gonna help them get there. But it's really that messaging and really making sure that you are standing out for being known for something specific.” - Julie Solomon  “ I feel like so many times, and even for myself, as founders, like we're really good at building our businesses, but messaging and copywriting, that messaging might not be our area of expertise. It's like we know what we wanna get across and we know what our purpose is, but how do we actually get the right words to be able to actually message what that is?”- Stephanie Cartin GUEST RESOURCES: You can listen to more of Stephanie on The Entreprenista Podcast Listen to Stephanie's Episode of The Influencer Podcast RESOURCES: [JOIN MY VISIBILITY TRAINING] With just 1 hour a week, my proven content framework will help you refine your messaging and turn your offers into consistent, scalable sales. Click here to get access to my new training! [HIGH LEVEL SUPPORT] Ready to unlock your next level of growth? Applications are now open for my 1:1 VIP sessions and high level coaching opportunities. Click here to apply. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [MASTER YOUR MARKETING] Looking for an easy way to manage your email marketing, events, and social in one place? Constant Contact has you covered, with AI tools that make it even easier. Test it out free for 30 days and start growing your list the simple way. Try Constant Contact free for 30 days and start growing your list the simple way. [NO TECH? NO PROBLEM.] Shopify's drag-and-drop templates, AI tools, and built-in support make launching a business easier than ever. Start selling for just $1/month.

In this episode, Brittni breaks down why Acuity Scheduling is one of the most valuable tools in my business tech stack. From eliminating back-and-forth emails to reducing no-shows and collecting payments, Acuity helps automate and streamline the entire client booking process. Whether you're a coach, creative, or service provider, this tool gives you time back and delivers a polished, professional experience on autopilot.   Resources: The Meeting Place Membership Rock The Reels 1:1 Coaching Free Client Welcome Guide Additional Trainings and Resources Connect with Brittni: Follow me on the Gram - @brittni.schroeder Join my Facebook Group  Visit my website Subscribe to my Youtube You can find the complete show notes here: https://brittnischroeder.com/podcast/acuity-scheduling-app-breaking-down-my-tech-stack  

We are in the heat of summer right now, and if you're anything like me, you don't really want to spend your summer working. But you do want your business to keep running—and more importantly, to keep making money—while you're taking time off.That's where systems and automations come in. And today, I'm kicking off a short summer series on the podcast to help you simplify the backend of your brand photography business—starting with the one tool I truly couldn't live without: a CRM.If the admin side of your business feels messy, inconsistent, or overwhelming, this episode is going to show you exactly what's possible when you have the right tool in place.01:26 How I still make money while working way less in the summer03:15 What is a CRM, and why does it matter for brand photographers?05:40 Signs you need a CRM ASAP09:04 Dubsado vs. HoneyBook: Which one is better?13:11 The automations I use in my CRM that save me hours every week17:22 Why great client experience (not great photos) makes you premium20:33 How to start small and still make a big impact with automations26:04 My favorite time-saving CRM features (and how to use them)Links→ Dubsado Free Trial + Discount→ HoneyBook Free Trial + Discount→ Join the July 17 Webinar with Colie James (more details coming soon!)