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In memory of our friend, Sam Tatam. Sam was a pioneer in his field, and he joined us for a discussion full of creativity, resolve, and a love of behavioral science. He will be missed. Innovation does not always come from inventing something entirely new. Often, the natural world has already solved the problem. In this throwback conversation, we explore the concept of biomimicry with behavioral scientist Sam Tatam, author of Evolutionary Ideas: Unlocking Ancient Innovation to Solve Tomorrow's Challenges. We discuss how looking to nature can inspire creative solutions in behavioral science and beyond, from the principles of biomimicry to frameworks like the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ) and the Goal Gradient theory. Along the way, we also wander into lighter territory, chatting about the musical artist Sam once traveled to Italy with and the cultural differences between pubs in London and Sydney. Topics [4:59] Welcome and speed round questions. [13:23] What is biomimicry? [18:20] TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) and evolutionary thinking. [25:32] How language can be a liberator for innovation. [29:28] Categorizing biases into patterns. [34:58] What is the Goal Gradient Theory and why isn't it applied more often? [9:14] Five psychological contradictions. [47:26] What music would Sam take to a desert island? [51:03] Grooving Session: Evolutionary Ideas.

This week Abby sits down with Kate Rotunda to talk through her classifications of horror villains. You can read Kate's original article HERE. Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.Support the show

Complaints from employees can be intimidating for any leader, but especially in an SMB where you don't have HR or anyone in HR with this kind of depth. This episode breaks down the immediate steps you must take when an employee brings forward an alarming complaint to avoid legal issues and protect your organization. You need to know which kinds of complaints come with legal obligations and which don't and then how to avoid making the situation worse. Key Takeaways: 5️⃣ 5 steps during the initial complaint meeting.

Zach and Kevin welcome Alan back to the show by commiserating over those moments where you look at your schedule and wonder why you (or your past self) agreed to a specific procedure. Kevin's #16 Crown Prep: Kevin recounts the dread of seeing a crown prep on a third molar (#16) at 8:00 AM. Despite the technical difficulty and the "Is this a joke?" feeling, it ended up being successful with a rubber dam. Zach's "Self-Extracting" Molars: Zach shares a cautionary tale from his early career working with his father. He attempted to crown a second molar that was tilted so far distally it was practically trying to extract itself. The result? A lost contact, a lost crown, and eventually, a lost patient. The Bioclear Pivot: Alan discusses a recent case where he planned a crown on #15 but found decay so deep it was near the crest. He pivoted to a side-by-side Bioclear composite, which was harder and more time-consuming but ultimately the right clinical choice. Categorizing the "Resurrected" Patient The main theme of the episode focuses on patients who reappear after years—sometimes a decade—away from the chair. Alan and the hosts break these down into tiers: 1. The S-Tier (The Best Case) These are patients who didn't leave because of a conflict; they simply "had a gap in life." Examples: Moving away and moving back, going through a divorce, or the "COVID-12" (people who stopped coming in 2020 and are just now emerging). The Dynamic: They still feel like "your" patients. They often have a high follow-through rate because they are relieved to be back in a familiar, trusted environment. 2. The A-Tier (The "Grass Wasn't Greener") Patients who left for a specific reason—usually insurance—and realized that "a dentist is a dentist" isn't actually true. The Insurance Trap: Many leave because the office went out-of-network, only to find that the "in-network" experience lacked the technology or relationship they valued. The Result: When they return, they often have a newfound appreciation for the higher level of service and clinical care provided. 3. The Lower Tiers (The Friction Cases) The Billing "B-Tier": Patients who disappeared because they owed money. They usually only reappear when they have an emergency and are suddenly willing to pay their old balance to get out of pain. The Personality "C-Tier": Patients who left after a confrontation or a bad review. Professional Growth & "Hard Nos" Alan reflects on how his clinical confidence has changed over the years. When a patient returns after 10 years, they aren't seeing the same dentist; they are seeing a version of Alan that is more skilled, has better tools (like new Bioclear matrices), and more experience. When is a "Resurrection" a "Hard No"? Abuse of Staff: Rudeness, yelling, or cussing out the team. Chronic No-Shows: People who are "constitutionally incapable" of making it to an appointment. The Dismissed: If a formal dismissal letter was sent, the door remains closed regardless of the patient's willingness to pay. Join the Very Clinical Facebook group!  Join the Very Dental Facebook Group using one of these passwords: Timmerman, Paul, Bioclear, Hornbrook, Gary, McWethy, Papa Randy, or Lipscomb!  The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! I'm a big fan of the Bioclear Method! I think you should give it a try and I've got a great offer to help you get on board! Use the exclusive Very Dental Podcast code VERYDENTAL8TON for 15% OFF your total Bioclear purchase, including Core Anterior and Posterior Four day courses, Black Triangle Certification, and all Bioclear products. Are you a practice owner who feels like the bottleneck in your own business? 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If your email inbox and direct messages are full of podcast guest requests, you're not alone. Most podcasters receive hundreds of guest pitches every week! For many of us polite podcasters, saying no can be really difficult. In this episode, Agi Keramidas shares a simple three-filter process to vet guest pitches with clarity. Get ready to protect your time, serve your audience, and say no without guilt!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/369Chapters00:00 The Challenge of Guest Requests02:56 Establishing a Filtering Process05:52 The Three Filters for Guest Selection12:09 The Importance of Audio Quality and ProfessionalismTakeawaysYou can't say yes to every guest request.Having a clear process respects both the host and guests.A dynamic USB microphone is essential for quality.Filtering guests helps maintain professionalism.Responding politely can turn a no into a positive interaction.Categorizing guests into clear categories aids decision-making.The 'Prove You Care' test helps assess potential guests.Audio quality is crucial for good conversations.Setting clear boundaries leads to better guest experiences.Saying no is an act of leadership, not rejection.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/369

Josh Brahm and Monica Snyder wrap up their series of recent discussions by addressing denial-of-care stories. In this episode, Monica and Josh define what a denial-of-care story is, explain why abortion bans are often blamed for causing pregnancy-related deaths, identify the actual problems behind the most sensationalized stories, empathize with tragic outcomes and legitimate pro-choice concerns, and propose courses of action that pro-life people can take to help prevent similar tragic stories from happening in the future. Related Links: California's progress with decreasing maternal mortality Secular Pro-Life's entire blog category of debunking content: https://secularprolife.org/category/debunking/ Adriana Smith and laws about pregnant patients on life support Does Texas require doctors to wait until there's no heartbeat to intervene in emergencies? (Josseli Barnica) Kaitlyn Kash Yeni Alvarez - New Yorker article ProPublica can't see malpractice, only abortion bans (Neveah Crain) ProPublica identifies their medical experts a little too subtly Are OBGYNs fleeing Idaho because of abortion laws? ERI Blog Post on Adriana Smith's case: Is It Okay to Find Edge Cases Challenging? Equipped for Life Podcast #96: Survey Review: How Pro-Life & Pro-Choice People Define Abortion (with Monica Snyder) Equal Rights Institute Website Equal Rights Institute Blog Equipped for Life Academy Equipped for Life Course Sidewalk Counseling Masterclass Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:09 Defining "denial of care" stories 00:05:49 Theory posited by many media outlets 00:07:26 How to go about testing this theory 00:12:32 Adriana Smith 00:22:28 Josseli Barnica 00:25:51 Categorizing the cases 00:37:10 What is the most charitable interpretation of pro-choice reactions to these stories? 00:39:01 Malpractice and the in-between cases 00:41:43 Idaho case 00:44:28 Nevaeh Crain 00:49:54 What can pro-lifers do about this? Host: Josh Brahm Guest: Monica Snyder Audio/Video Editors: Joshua Head, Josh Brahm Publisher: Ellen Campbell

In episode #344 of SaaS Metrics School, Ben Murray shares insights from his research into how public tech companies define and disclose ARR in press releases and SEC filings. By analyzing U.S. and global public companies, Ben identifies common ARR “buckets” and explains how different revenue models influence what gets included in ARR. Rather than debating whether ARR is “dead,” this episode focuses on how companies are actually reporting ARR today—and what private SaaS and AI companies can learn from those disclosures. Resources Mentioned Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-pageVerint (example of detailed SaaS and AI ARR disclosures): https://www.thesaascfo.com/ai-arr-vs-saas-arr-how-to-define-and-calculate/ What You'll Learn The most common ARR buckets used by public SaaS and tech companies How pure subscription revenue is typically defined in ARR How companies handle variable revenue such as usage, transactions, and overages When managed services revenue is included in ARR—and when it isn't Why purely usage-based companies rarely report ARR How revenue models and pricing structures shape ARR definitions What ARR disclosures signal to investors and the public markets Why It Matters ARR definitions directly impact how investors interpret growth Clear ARR buckets improve transparency and credibility Mixed revenue models require thoughtful ARR construction Public company disclosures set expectations for private companies Poor ARR definitions can confuse metrics, forecasting, and valuation Understanding ARR structure helps align finance, accounting, and reporting

Advancing longevity research is about honoring the value of life—and translating that respect into evidence-based prevention. If healthcare is judged by life expectancy + quality of life, longevity medicine may be one of the most meaningful metrics we can pursue: extending health span through early detection, validated biomarkers, and interventions that scale.This unforgettable Expert Panel from the 4th annual Medical Innovation Olympics (#MIO2025) convened all-star global leaders in Longevity and Preventive Medicine who separated hype from reality and outlined what it will take to bring longevity into mainstream care - rigorously, ethically, and accessibly.Topics include: breakthroughs (including epigenetic approaches pointing toward functional restoration of eyesight), biomarkers/endpoints as the “keystone” for faster trials, the TAME (Targeting Aging with Metformin) concept, and the role of standards, education, trust, and shared responsibility—keeping dignity central.Panelists:Dr. David Barzilai (Harvard Medical School; Geneva College of Longevity Science, GCLS) • Dr. Dominik Thor (President, GCLS) • Dr. Mishkat Shehata (Emirates Lifestyle & Longevity Medicine Society) • Keith Comito (Lifespan Research Institute) • Dr. Uma Senthilkumar (Three Five Revive)

Ever find yourself staring at your pet thinking, “What do we even do for enrichment again?” Same. Today we're walking through how to build your pet's Enrichment Menu: a simple, sanity-saving list of activities you already know help you and your pet.We'll chat through how to brain-dump everything you've ever tried, how to remember what actually worked, and how to sort it all out so Future You (the tired, overwhelmed, “I can't handle one more thing” version) can grab the right option without thinking. Whether you're prepping for a big life change or just trying to survive a Tuesday, your enrichment menu can make meeting your pet's needs feel doable, even when you're oh so tired. TLDL (too long, didn't listen): 3 Key Takeaways 1️⃣ Your brain isn't broken – When life gets messy, it's normal to forget all the good things you've done with your pet. Reduce your cognitive load and create a reference menu. 2️⃣ The magic is in knowing the outcome, not just the activity – Not all activities are enrichment, but most activities are effort. Tracking how each activity affects your pet helps you choose what they need right now.3️⃣ Categorizing by effort + effectiveness = stress-saving clarity – Sorting activities into four buckets makes it easy to grab a high-effect, low-effort option when you're exhausted, or proactively plan ahead when a big life change is coming.For the full episode show notes, including the resources mentioned in this episode, go here.More from Pet HarmonyPet Parents: enrichment ideas and practical behavior tips

Never underestimate the power, and opportunity, that an unsolicited email may introduce to your marketing efforts. Categorizing incoming emails as SPAM can be, and often proves to be, a cop out. Listen to today's lesson and take notes. The next one could very possibly be the Big One.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people chase quick wins and call it success. But what if the real breakthroughs come from the work that doesn't pay off right away? In this episode, Kevin and Alan reveal the truth about direct vs. indirect results and why the biggest gains often come from the habits, relationships, and decisions no one sees. You'll learn how to think like a high-performance leader, rewire your approach to consistency, and finally understand why your effort isn't “working” yet. This episode isn't about motivation. It's about mastery. And it will force you to rethink how you measure progress, effort, and success itself.If you want surface-level hacks, skip this. If you want the truth about how success actually works, press play and stay uncomfortable.Learn more about:

  Lee Brownhill is a Principal Cloud DBA at Cloud Rede with deep expertise in SQL Server performance tuning and automation. With years of experience across Azure and AWS, Lee helps clients optimize their cloud data platforms.   His journey began in IT support, quickly evolving into a passion for SQL Server that led him through roles as a Production and Developer DBA. Now, he's a trusted consultant, known for making systems run faster and smarter.   Lee is a Redgate Community Ambassador, a regular at SQLBits and Data Relay, and once spent a transformative week learning from T-SQL legend Itzik Ben-Gan. Whether on-prem or in the cloud, Lee's mission is simple: make SQL Server shine.   Topics of Discussion: [2:33] Lee shares his career journey, starting in general IT support and transitioning to a role involving Microsoft Dynamics NAV, which introduced him to SQL Server. [5:48] Jeffrey discusses the challenges faced by young programmers who work with databases but lack deep experience. [7:05] Lee highlights common anti-patterns in SQL Server. [8:04] The concept of “row by agonizing row.”  [8:46] Lee shares his thought process when addressing performance problems in SQL Server. [9:12] Categorizing issues based on their severity and urgency using a tried-and-true checklist. [10:36] Taking a step back to look at the issue holistically before diving into specific details. [16:04] An optimal database structure and segmentation in 2025, and the importance of normalization to avoid redundant data and ensure data integrity. [20:00] The different ways to host SQL Server in Azure and the benefits of each. [23:02] Metrics for determining if an Azure SQL instance is over- or under-provisioned. [25:02] The value of Azure's costing tools in helping to optimize resource usage and reduce costs. [26:07] The work of site reliability engineers who use KQL to analyze logs and identify issues. [30:09] Lee's blog is a repository of technical topics, including SQL Server, performance tuning, and unit testing. [32:10] SQL Server 2025 features and the importance of learning and understanding new technologies.   Mentioned in this Episode: Clear Measure Way Architect Forum Software Engineer Forum Lee Brownhill's Blog Lee Brownhill LinkedIn     Want to Learn More? Visit AzureDevOps.Show for show notes and additional episodes.  

Seth and Sean talk with Audacy NFL Insider Ross Tucker about the Texans' loss in Seattle, go through some tongue-in-cheek overreactions to the Rockets starting out 0-1, and divvy up the Texans' MNF miscues.

Storytelling is the hardest but most important skill to learn in daygame. It helps you make girls interested, reach hook points and even move conversations where you want them to go (adventure vibe to see if a same day lay could be possible).Daygame Coaching - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.strobert.blog/daygame-coaching/?utm_source=PC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Texting, Dating & Daygame Courses - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://daygamecourses.com/?utm_source=PC(00:00) Intro(01:31) What's the purpose of storytelling?(03:38) What can a good storyteller expect?(04:43) Does getting stuck on the job topic set you up for failure?(10:03) Categorizing your stories(18:04) Stopping to reflect(20:50) The dangers of copy/pasting stories(31:42) Crafting a story with impact(35:13) Should you keep telling your story or pause and let her interrupt?(39:17) How do you keep interactions going smoothly?(42:01) How important is it to include DHVs (Demonstrations of Higher Value)?(44:07) Fixing the main problem in your story(52:06) Where can beginners seek help in the daygame field?(56:01) How to polish your storytelling skills(59:49) Advanced storytelling techniques(01:55:24) My favorite story to tell

#564 Ready to turn your passion for plants into profits? In this episode, host Brogan Williams chats with Jarid Buck of Rare Plant Daddy, a seasoned plant entrepreneur and marketing pro. Jarid shares invaluable insights into scaling a successful plant business — from understanding market trends and optimizing operations to building a resilient mindset. Learn why focusing on operations over aesthetics, starting small, and educating customers are keys to early success. Jarid also discusses mastering Facebook ads, diversifying your marketing strategy, and the importance of hiring the right team to grow your business. Whether you're new to selling houseplants or a seasoned green thumb, this episode is packed with actionable advice on scaling, marketing, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship! (Original Air Date - 1/20/25) What we discuss with Jarid: + Market trends and customer demand + Categorizing plants by environment + Starting small with limited inventory + Educating customers through live sales + Resilience in entrepreneurship + Scaling with Facebook ads + Diversifying ad platforms + Streamlining operations with SOPs + Hiring for order fulfillment + Learning SEO and content creation Thank you, Jarid! Check out Rare Plant Daddy at ⁠RarePlantsforSale.com⁠ or ⁠Whatnot⁠. Follow Jarid on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. Watch the ⁠video podcast⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWelcome to the Builder of All Things Podcast—where we go beyond the pages of the book and explore into the Author's Cut!

In today's episode of the Atheist Experience, JMike and Secular Rarity tackle fallacies, logic, and questions of ontology!Sura in India believes that because religion exists with stories, there must be supernatural things such as beings. Would these supernatural beings exist without religions? Once you wiggle the terms of supernatural beings with wiggle room, the more meaningless these wiggly terms become.Arec in Norway is questioning if it is fair to criticize people who use faith rather than reason when there is no other answer. Why do you think it is important that people play by the same rules when having these conversations? We like to have reliable ways to get to conclusions, and that does not include the use of faith. Keep investigating this and call us back with what you find. Rajin in NY wants some science based reasoning for the lack of god's existence. Logic and science are terms that should be used separately. Why is it that in all possible worlds, god has to exist? If god has to exist from all points of view, what is the point of talking about it? What does “something from nothing” even mean? The Motte-and-bailey fallacy describes the method many theists use when trying to prove god. Why should we accept “nothing” as a possibility?Rostaman in Mexico describes how none of us have access to ontology because it belongs with metaphysics. Categorizing beliefs can make us feel like there is substance, but why use labels and terms if the meaning can be explained?JMike has to bail so Scott Dickie takes over for him to talk with Dave in India who believes that science has not been fully discovered and therefore we don't know what that means for our soul and body. How does the lack of our understanding or ability to prove things through science prove that magic happens? Is god causing the things we don't understand or are these things themselves god?Tom in MS has some thoughts about the Catholic Church and how things have historically not changed when having different popes. If god can do everything, wouldn't he be able to choose the next pope? The actions over the millenia are a good indication of what will change with each pope. Dee in IA has some questions about a logic problem that is apparently not solvable. Some of these logic problems are weird and reading up on them by diving head first can be super cool. Unfortunately, we don't have access to the physical foundations of the universe. Sometimes we need to look in the direction Occam's Razor points to. Thank you for joining us this week! We will see you next time!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.

Just because you have expanded your book of business doesn't mean you're automatically ready to serve all those clients. In this episode, MDRT member D. Kyle Atkins, CFP, CLU, and president of Succession Resource Group David Grau Jr. explain how to ensure that you can match your service to the needs of people who have just come onboard. Episode breakdown: 0:27 – Gaining information to help tailor events around new clients' hobbies 2:18 – The process of collecting and utilizing those details 3:57 – Why you need to distinguish a client experience from a service model 7:13 – Categorizing clients with more positive labels 9:01 – Creating experiences even for lower-tier clients 11:45 – The challenge of communicating embedded opportunity to a seller 12:32 – Figuring out what's most important to learn about new clients 15:53 – Applying that to due diligence about your next purchase Listen to the monthly series, MDRT Presents: @mdrtpresents

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris analyzed the Bears' first six games of the 2025 season.

Send us a MessageIn this solo episode of Culture Change RX, Sue Tetzlaff discusses the importance of effective leadership in healthcare organizations. She emphasizes the need for leaders to focus on proactive leadership activities. By categorizing their time into three buckets—whirlwind, management, and leadership—leaders can better allocate their efforts to achieve meaningful results. The episode concludes with a call to narrow focus and leverage time for greater impact in leadership roles. Healthcare leaders often feel overwhelmed by the day-to-day chaos.Categorizing activities into “the three buckets” helps prioritize focus.Proactive leadership leads to better outcomes.Less is more when it comes to goals and improvement priorities.Narrowing focus can lead to greater organizational success.The chaos of work and any perceptions of underachieving affects personal life and well-being.Need help improving the culture, performance, and results of your healthcare organization? If so, let's talk:  https://www.capstoneleadership.net/contact-usAre we connected yet on LinkedIn? https://www.linkedin.com/in/suetetzlaff/13th Annual Healthcare Executive Forum - June 18 (afternoon) and June 19 (morning)High Reliability, Just Culture & Psychological Safety Made Simple focuses on breaking down these critical concepts into practical, actionable strategies tailored for senior leaders in small and rural healthcare settings.

Categorizing things is central to science. And there are dozens of systems scientists have created to name everything from the trenches on the sea bed to the stars in the sky.But names have consequences. What's in a name is a series exploring naming in science and how names impact the world. We look at whether the system of naming species remains in step with society, how the names of diseases can create stigma, and how the names chosen by scientists can help, or hinder, communication with the public.In episode three, we're looking at how the names chosen for concepts in physics can inadvertently send researchers down very specific research avenues while distracting them from others. In this podcast we hear five stories about the importance of names and how much can be lost in translation when physicists try and label the unknown.For a list of sources and music used, please visit the podcast show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Beckett discusses the 2025 Baseball Card Hall of Fame ballot, sponsored by Ray from Philly. sharing his thoughts on the 40 candidate cards, offers his voting criteria, and comments on the treatment of vintage vs. modern cards. He emphasizes the importance of balancing cards from different eras and provides detailed reasons for his choices. Beck also outlines potential improvements, such as emulating the Baseball Hall of Fame's selection method.    00:31 Voting Process and Encouragement 01:27 Challenges in Hall of Fame Selection 03:58 Categorizing the Cards 06:06 Dr. Beckett's Ballot and Selections    

It's a Mailbag Special on Morning Footy! The crew digs into your questions from around the world of soccer. Is Arsenal still living rent-free in Nico Cantor's no bueno tier, or have they earned a promotion? Can Real Madrid cook up another magical Champions League comeback at the Bernabéu? And will Harry Kane make amends and lead Bayern Munich to victory at the San Siro? Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, EFL, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/sportsbooks/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/promos/ For betting on soccer: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/soccer/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Highlights * Categorizing leads by readiness supports targeted outreach.

* Neighborhood engagement builds off-market opportunity pipelines.

* Active listening improves client trust and sales results.

* Storytelling on social platforms increases audience interaction.

* Setting specific goals paired with mentorship accelerates progress.



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How to make sure you don't lose your podcast without warning! New updated character count on podcast descriptions in Apple Podcasts, Edison Research launches Edison Download Metrics, MacWhisper 12 is so good! Pocket Casts has a web player, launching seasons out of order? Tips for keeping it clear, be part of the Podcast Marketing Trends Report And download stats, this time geographic and user agents! Audience feedback drives the show. We'd love for you to contact us and keep the conversation going! Email thefeed@libsyn.com, call 412-573-1934 or leave us a message on Speakpipe! We'd love to hear from you!

Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski along with guests Apoorv Khanuja and Amanda Webb as they discuss recommendations and more for naming and categorizing energy efficiency measures (EEMs). In the first recommendation? Clearly describe what's being done.

The Russian intelligence system is comprised of a vast and interconnected network of agents. Each of these pawns plays a different role in supporting the "king" back in Moscow.Join the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/PeterZeihanFull Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-russian-reach-categorizing-intelligence-agents

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the natural human tendency to simplify complex issues through narratives, categorization, and stereotypes.

What gets measured gets improved. But without a process, how do we know what to improve?  In this brand-new episode, Trace Blackmore, the host of Scaling UP! H2O Podcast and the CEO and Founder of Blackmore Enterprises, dives deep into the power of processes in industrial water treatment. Learn why creating and documenting processes is essential for consistency, collaboration, and success. Hear Trace's personal journey of process discovery, practical steps for implementation, and how processes can make your work more efficient and fun. Plus, a new "Water You Know" segment by James McDonald challenges your water treatment knowledge. Don't miss this insightful episode filled with actionable takeaways! Trace Blackmore introduces the value of processes, sharing his love for procedures and why they are vital for the industrial water treatment community. From his early experiences at McDonald's to his current role, Trace illustrates how processes drive consistency and success. The Power of Processes in Water Treatment  Discover how processes are the backbone of efficiency in the water treatment industry, guiding consistency and measurable improvements across daily tasks and large-scale operations.  A Practical Framework for Success  Learn actionable steps to create, document, and refine processes that save time, enhance accuracy, and drive collaboration within your team or solo operations.  Lessons from Episode 397: Categorizing for Clarity  Explore Trace's approach to categorizing and establishing testing procedures, from Episode 397, and see how small tweaks can yield significant efficiency gains.  From McDonald's to Water Treatment: The Art of Rigor  Trace shares personal anecdotes from his first job at McDonald's, revealing how the company's focus on procedural rigor inspired his passion for creating and following efficient workflows.  Behind the Scenes of Scaling Up H2O  Get a rare glimpse into the processes that power the Scaling Up H2O podcast. From pre-recording preparation to publishing episodes, see how structured workflows ensure quality and consistency.  Why Everyone Needs Procedures—Even Solo Professionals  Trace busts the myth that procedures are only for teams. Learn how structured processes can help solo professionals work smarter, not harder, and achieve consistent results every time. Trace emphasizes that processes are the backbone of success in water treatment and other industries. He encourages listeners to take actionable steps in documenting one procedure this week and to celebrate improvements. Processes transform chaos into clarity. By embracing structured methods, you not only improve operations but also create opportunities for growth and collaboration. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge! Timestamps   04:37 -The power of sharing ideas at water industry events. 08:13 - Water You Know with James McDonald 10:51 - Trace's love for procedures and his McDonald's experience. 16:49 - The importance of measuring processes for improvement. 28:28 - Steps to create and document a process. 46:27 - Closing thoughts: Processes bring fun and efficiency to the workplace. Quotes  “Because of my love of procedures, I've been able to create things and enlist the help of others to work collaboratively, ensuring we're all on the same page” - Trace Blackmore Connect with Scaling UP! H2O  Submit a show idea: Submit a Show Idea LinkedIn: in/traceblackmore/ YouTube: @ScalingUpH2O Click HERE to Download Episode's Discussion Guide Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies) Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses Submit a Show Idea The Rising Tide Mastermind  398 Water Treatment Project Success: Essential Steps for New Facilities and Expansions  397 Pinks and Blues: How to look at your tests  Water You Know with James McDonald  Question: At atmospheric pressure, a pound or kilogram of water that is converted to steam will expand by approximately how many times? 2025 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the natural human tendency to simplify complex issues through narratives, categorization, and stereotypes.

In episode 2 of 'What's in a name' we look how choosing names can help, or hinder, attempts to communicate important messages.Categorizing things is central to science. And there are dozens of systems scientists have created to name everything from the trenches on the sea bed to the stars in the sky.But names have consequences. In our series What's in a name we explore naming in science and how names impact the world — whether the system of naming species remains in step with society, how the names of diseases can create stigma, or even how the names of scientific concepts can drive the direction of research itself.In episode two, we're looking at how the names chosen by scientists help, or hinder, communication with the public.Well chosen names can quickly convey scientific concepts or health messages — in emergency situations they can even save lives. We'll hear how the systems of naming tropical storms and Covid-19 variants came to be, and how they took different approaches to achieve the same outcome.We'll also consider the language used to talk about climate change, and how the ways of describing it have been used to deliberately introduce uncertainty and confusion.Listen to the first episode Should offensive species names be changed? The organisms that honour dictators, racists and criminalsFor a list of sources please visithttps://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-04200-9Music creditsPremiumaudio/Pond5Richard Smithson/Triple Scoop Music/Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Kirsten Flory discusses how to navigate the overwhelm that often accompanies the start of a new year by focusing on intentionality.  She guides listeners through a series of exercises aimed at identifying personal goals, understanding the motivations behind them, and determing the best ways to share these goals with others.   The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, categorizing goals, and being mindful of who to trust with personal aspirations.  Kirsten encourages listeners to take actionable steps towards their goals and to embrace the journey of personal growth. Key Takeaways: The start of a New Year is a great time for reflection Doing a brain dump can help organize overwhelming thoughts Categorizing goals can provide clarity and focus Identifying the "why" behind goals is cruicial for motivation Not everyone is the right person to share your goals with Your goals should align with your true desires, not external pressures Intentionality in goal setting leads to greater success Taking small, actionable steps can lead to significant progress Self-reflection is key to understaning personal aspirations Being intentional about who you surround yourself with can impact your growth   Kirsten Flory is the President & CEO of Foundations Commercial Real Estate and host of The Small Business Mindset podcast.   www.kirstenflory.com   

Ready to turn your passion for plants into profits? In this episode, host Brogan Williams chats with Jarid Buck of Rare Plant Daddy, a seasoned plant entrepreneur and marketing pro. Jarid shares invaluable insights into scaling a successful plant business — from understanding market trends and optimizing operations to building a resilient mindset. Learn why focusing on operations over aesthetics, starting small, and educating customers are keys to early success. Jarid also discusses mastering Facebook ads, diversifying your marketing strategy, and the importance of hiring the right team to grow your business. Whether you're new to selling houseplants or a seasoned green thumb, this episode is packed with actionable advice on scaling, marketing, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship! What we discuss with Jarid: + Market trends and customer demand + Categorizing plants by environment + Starting small with limited inventory + Educating customers through live sales + Resilience in entrepreneurship + Scaling with Facebook ads + Diversifying ad platforms + Streamlining operations with SOPs + Hiring for order fulfillment + Learning SEO and content creation Thank you, Jarid! Check out Rare Plant Daddy at RarePlantsforSale.com or Whatnot. Follow Jarid on Facebook and TikTok. And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you know the one thing that could make your life much easier?It took me decades to figure it out, but once I did, everything changed. Here's the deal: there are only two kinds of problems in this world, and if you can sort them out, life gets much simpler.I'm tackling a simple yet profound concept: understanding the difference between 'your problems' and 'not your problems.'You'll learn how to stop carrying other people's problems around like they're your own and why prioritizing the right way can make you more productive and less overwhelmed.Click play now - it's worth every second!Key TakeawaysIntroduction (00:00) Understanding two kinds of problems (00:36)Applying the problem distinction in daily life (01:08)Categorizing problems based on urgency (02:53)Living by the problem matrix (04:02)Additional Resources- Register for the OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025: http://opsummit2025.com/- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs

I have used the terms over methylator and undermethylation in the past to help categorize people to streamline their supplement start with MTHFR or other methylation imbalance, but the terms themselves can be confusing and misleading because they imply a biochemical state that isn't actually there. Logically, it makes sense that an undermethylator would be globally undermethylating things, but that doesn't bear out in reality, and part of that is because these terms (over- and under-methylator) were coined well before we had as much knowledge about the actual biochemistry and genetics linked to it as we do now. Categorizing people in this way does still have some uesful aspects because many of the traits we see in people with methylation imbalance that are used to determine over and under-methylators, still point to some predictable medication reactions, supplement guidelines and other useful information. So how do we keep the good without keeping the names? Tune in next episode because we'll be talking about a new way of looking at this. Methylation Archetypes. GENETIC ROCKSTARS (an MTHFR community): https://community.tohealthwiththat.com FREE COURSE: MTHFR Basics: https://to-health-with-that.teachable.com/p/mthfr-basics GROUP COACHING: https://www.tohealthwiththat.com/group-coaching/ WEBSITE: https://tohealthwiththat.com/ AFFILIATE LINKS: I appreciate you using these links to purchase products you would buy anyway, because they allow me to keep putting information out there. Thank you! SEEKING HEALTH (metylation and histamine support supplements - these ship internationally): https://bit.ly/3afXYH4 STRATEGENE REPORT (detailed genetics using 23andme or ancestry raw data): https://bit.ly/3retbm5 FULLSCRIPT (professional grade supplements): https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/thwt QUEEN OF THE THRONE (castor oil and castor oil packs):  https://shop.queenofthethrones.com/amy-tohealthwiththat use code AMY_TOHEALTHWITHTHAT10 for 10% off of any order of $59 or more

Categorizing hurricanes seems like a straightforward, objective measure. Right? Well, maybe not. In this episode of Created to Reign, Dr. David Legates discusses Hurricane Michael and what it can teach us about the alarmism movement. Visit our podcast resource page: https://cornwallalliance.org/listen%20to%20our%20podcast%20created%20to%20reign/Our work is entirely supported by donations from people like you. If you benefit from our work and would like to partner with us, please visit www.cornwallalliance.org/donate.

Categorizing things is central to science. And there are dozens of systems scientists have created to name everything from the trenches on the sea bed to the stars in the sky.But names have consequences — unintended or otherwise. In our new series What's in a name we'll explore naming in science and how names impact the world — whether that's how the names of storms impact public safety, how the names of diseases impact patient care, or even how the names of scientific concepts can drive the direction of research itself.In this first episode we're looking at species names. The modern system of species naming began in the 1700s and has played a vital role in standardizing academic communication, ensuring that scientists are on the same page when they talk about an organism. However, this system is not without its issues. For example, there has been much debate around whether species with names considered offensive — such as those named after historical racists — should be changed, and what rule changes need to be made to allow this to happen.We speak to researchers about the history of this naming system, how it's applied and how it might evolve in the face of growing pressures.SourcesFor a full list of sources, please visit https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-04200-9Music creditsPremiumaudio/Pond5Alon Marcus/Pond5Groove Committee/Pond5Opcono/Pond5Erik Mcnerny/Pond5Earless Pierre/Pond5Richard Smithson/Triple Scoop Music/Getty Images​​​​​​​Douglas Romayne/Triple Scoop Music/Getty ImagesSound effects via Pond5Thick-billed Longspur/​​​​​​​Andrew Spencer via ​​​​​​​CC BY-NC-ND 2.5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to our latest episode, where Dave and Will are joined by Jess Lea, Director of Operations at The 5 Star Co-Host, to discuss the nuances of maintaining short-term rental properties effectively. With her extensive experience in managing operations and consulting, Jess offers invaluable insights into categorizing maintenance issues, optimizing team responses, and streamlining operations to enhance guest experiences while reducing costs. In this episode, Jess delves into how to identify and prioritize maintenance needs based on urgency and guest impact, providing actionable advice for both self-managing hosts and professional co-hosts. She shares her strategies for creating efficient systems to track, respond to, and resolve issues without unnecessary expenses or disruptions. Dave and Will add their perspectives on leveraging these systems to manage properties at scale while maintaining high guest satisfaction. Whether you're managing one property or an entire portfolio, this episode offers a practical guide to staying proactive and delivering hassle-free rental experiences. Tune in now to learn how to refine your property management processes, empower your team, and ensure your guests have memorable stays, every time! TIMESTAMPS 01:00 – Life and business updates 05:00 – Guest intro: Jess Lea 06:30 – Scaling property management operations with effective systems 10:00 – Categorizing maintenance issues: Low, high, and urgent 13:45 – Tracking maintenance and optimizing team workflows 18:00 – Balancing guest satisfaction with operational efficiency 22:30 – Insights for scaling hassle-free operations Connect with the Guest: Website: https://5strcohost.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesslea/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/its_jesslea/ #STRMaintenance #PropertyManagementTips #HassleFreeRentals --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hasslefreere/support

In this episode, Ellen de Werd discusses how to create a dream schedule Key Points: Understanding prime times for class scheduling Categorizing different modalities into buckets Importance of complementary formats Why cultivating a robust team of instructors matters Thank you so much for listening! Please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and share the show! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠

Mike Simmons explores the art of effective meetings using a "Jobs to Be Done" framework. As a leadership coach and expert in organizational dynamics, Mike breaks down common meeting challenges, offers actionable strategies, and introduces practical tools for fostering clarity, engagement, and collaboration. Three Key Quotes from Mike Simmons "Clarity is key—if you don't have a specific objective for the meeting, you're setting everyone up for frustration." "Stop combining decision-making, information-sharing, and collaboration into one meeting—it wastes time and energy." "Leverage the collective intelligence of your team to solve problems and design solutions collaboratively." Mike dissects meeting inefficiencies and introduces an approach that leverages a "Jobs to Be Done" framework to improve the effectiveness of your meetings. Categorizing meetings into decision-making, information-sharing, and collaborative types. By avoiding multitasking and fostering clarity, leaders can eliminate wasted time, enhance engagement, and drive meaningful outcomes. Tools like guided whiteboard sessions and clear next steps improve team alignment and accountability. Five Key Takeaways Define Meeting Objectives Clearly Meetings without objectives lead to confusion and wasted time. Use tools like a call plan to set the purpose and desired outcomes. Align the team on specific goals before starting. Different Types of Meetings Serve Different Purposes Decision-making: Share criteria and ensure alignment in advance. Information-sharing: Prepare pre-read materials and anticipate Q&A. Collaboration: Solve problems, design solutions, or align strategies as a group. Avoid Combining Meeting Types Multitasking meetings dilute focus and reduce effectiveness. Assess each meeting's purpose and categorize accordingly. Create specialized agendas for each meeting type to enhance efficiency. Clarify and Assign Next Steps Use tools like color-coded notes or whiteboards to document decisions. Specify “who will do what by when” to ensure accountability. Publicly document agreements to eliminate misunderstandings. Harness the Power of Collaboration Guided whiteboard sessions enhance problem-solving and team cohesion. External facilitators can neutralize biases and encourage fresh perspectives. Leverage team diversity to innovate and tackle complex challenges effectively.

“Your test kit is your tool, and you are the master of that tool. “- Trace Blackmore  In this insightful episode of Scaling Up! H2O Podcast, host Trace Blackmore delves into the critical topic of understanding and optimizing water treatment tests. This episode is designed to equip water treatment professionals with practical knowledge to enhance their test-taking techniques and interpretation skills.  The Concept of Pinks and Blues   Trace shares the origins of the term “pinks and blues,” coined by his father, and explains its significance in water testing. He stresses the importance of understanding that tests are tools to confirm or disprove hypotheses about system conditions, not tasks that generate revenue. This foundational mindset shift sets the stage for improving both the efficiency and effectiveness of test execution.  Strategic Testing Approaches  Trace provides a comprehensive breakdown of running tests in the most efficient order, starting with the longest tests and multitasking with shorter ones while waiting. This strategic approach helps water professionals maximize time on-site. He also discusses the value of running tests based on hypothesis-driven objectives, such as walking through the site and engaging with clients before taking samples.  Categorizing and Interpreting Your Tests  Listeners will gain insight into organizing test types into meaningful categories:   Base water  Concentrated water  Product contributions  System signs  Trace illustrates how to establish true concentration levels and interpret results to identify potential issues like scaling, precipitation, and system corrosion. The importance of using non-scaling ions, like silica, for accurate concentration analysis is also explained.  Analyzing Interpretative Skills Trace walks through examples that highlight how to use test results for informed decision-making, whether it's confirming system status or taking corrective action. He advises on how to integrate polymer tests and other contributing product measurements into your routine for a fuller picture of system health. This deep dive into interpretation emphasizes a detective-like approach to problem-solving in water treatment.  Final Thoughts and Essential Tips  The episode concludes with Trace's encouragement to prioritize understanding your test procedures and knowing the interferences that can affect results. He underscores the importance of planning tests efficiently and being prepared with all necessary tools before visiting client sites. By mastering these practices, listeners can transform their testing routine into a powerful tool for maintaining system integrity and customer relationships. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!  Timestamps  00:50 - Trace Blackmore explains what Pinks and Blues means sharing how his father influenced his understanding of water tests 02:09 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals  05:34 - Explanation of "Pinks and Blues" and the importance of interpreting test results for water treatment. 43:21- Drop by Drop with James McDonald   Connect with Scaling UP! H2O  Submit a show idea: Submit a Show Idea LinkedIn: in/traceblackmore/ YouTube: @ScalingUpH2O  Quotes “The equipment knows, but it cannot talk. We've got to do all this investigation work to figure out what the equipment knows that won't give up that information. We've got to figure out ways to make it talk now.”  Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  The Rising Tide Mastermind Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses Submit a Show Idea Hach Water Analysis Handbook  046 The One About Phosphate Testing  Drop By Drop with James   In today's episode, let's picture in your mind a boiler that is open for inspection. As you stand in front of it, you may see the handholes and manholes opened. The room may be much quieter than normal because the burners and air blowers aren't running. It may be a firetube or water tube boiler. The inspection will be different between the two, with several commonalities as well. Before you start your inspection, what should you do? Have you spoken to the operators in the area? Have you followed proper safety protocols for confined space entry, lockout/tagout, etc.? Do you feel safe entering the boiler? Do you know the history of the boiler before going in? Does this history of water treatment and boiler performance allow you to predict what you will see inside the boiler? How will you document what you find? How will you collect any samples, if necessary? How dirty will you get? Do you know the equipment you will see inside the boiler, such as steam-water separators, baffle plates, downcomers, feedwater piping, etc.? What do you expect the water line to look like? Where will oxygen pitting or hard water scaling first show up in the boiler if there was a problem? Will you be inspecting the deaerator as well? How long will it take you to get the boiler inspection report to your client? Doing a proper boiler inspection takes time, experience, knowledge, attention to detail, and often agility.   Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.  

This episode features an interview with Susanne Rodriguez, CMO at Auvik, a cloud-based IT management platform that reduces friction and increases agility.In this episode, Susanne talks about how they think about growing market share by getting customers to switch to Auvik and their big investments in community. She also discusses the future of paid search and why they are focused on authentic forums like Reddit. Key Takeaways:Despite the “paid search is dying” narrative, paid search remains a high ROI channel. Continue leveraging search but prepare for shifts by building a presence in other forums like Reddit and focusing on authentic community building.Campaigns focused on switching customers over from competitors can be part of a strategy to gain market share. Categorizing potential customers into "easy switchers," "difficult switchers," and "non-switchers” can help target campaigns.Auvik saw success with their rapid response campaigns, partially because they so specifically catered the reward to their target customer, which attracted qualified prospects and encouraged meaningful product engagement.Quote: “  I mentioned Reddit as part of a, one of our three paid channels that are uncuttable, but we also have a really large effort to build awareness and conversation and community in Reddit more organically. And that's just because, as we talk about the future of search and search disappearing, if we think about where Google could potentially drive people, it's to these forums like Reddit. And so we're working hard to build our presence there organically, too. Reddit's tricky, though. You have to be authentic on Reddit in a way that you don't have to be on any other platform. They will call you up.”Episode Timestamps: *(02:26) The Trust Tree: Getting customers to switch from competitors *(10:14) The Playbook: Paid search and authentic forums *(27:34) The Dust Up: Get aligned and come armed with data *(29:38) Quick Hits: Susanne's quick hits Sponsor:Pipeline Visionaries is brought to you by Qualified.com. Qualified helps you turn your website into a pipeline generation machine with PipelineAI. Engage and convert your most valuable website visitors with live chat, chatbots, meeting scheduling, intent data, and Piper, your AI SDR. Visit Qualified.com to learn more.Links:Connect with Ian on LinkedInConnect with Susanne on LinkedInLearn more about AuvikLearn more about Caspian Studios

In this episode of the Independent Stylist podcast, host ⁠Jennifer Kenny ⁠discusses the importance of understanding profitability for business owners in the beauty industry. She emphasizes the need for financial literacy and outlines the three key profit margins: Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) Operating Profit Margin Net Profit Margin Jennifer also highlights the benefits of using QuickBooks to track these metrics and make informed decisions about pricing and services. To Book A PROFIT POWER VIP Service - ⁠CLICK HERE⁠ Takeaways Profitability is crucial for running a successful business. Understanding your numbers is essential before making pricing changes. COGS represents the total cost of products used in services. Aim for a COGS profit margin of at least 80%. Operating profit margin is what's left after business expenses. QuickBooks can provide real-time insights into your profit margins. Net profit margin is your take-home pay after all expenses and taxes. Set aside 20-30% of income for taxes to avoid surprises. Categorizing services in QuickBooks helps identify profitable offerings. Focus on services that maximize your time and profit.

My guest today is Ted Seides. Ted is the host of the Capital Allocators podcast and an investment industry expert. It'd been seven years since Ted and I last talked on the record, as he was one of my very first guests on Invest Like the Best. Now that Ted has a full-time focus on all things Capital Allocators and has stepped away from traditional investing roles, he shares with us the wisdom he has gained from being a neutral third party with in conversations with countless industry experts. We discuss the evolution of the LP and GP relationship, the scale of institutional investing, and the nuance of asset allocation, and much more. Please enjoy my conversation with Ted Seides. I'm excited to announce that we are hiring an Editor in Chief at Colossus. This will be a critical and central role in our growing media platform and in our quest to find and showcase the best people, businesses, and ideas in the world. This person will work on existing shows like Invest Like the Best and Founders, our soon-to-be-announced print publication, and more. We aim to be the dominant media company exploring business and investing frontiers, so this person needs to be obsessed with these topics and bring serious operational chops. I firmly believe this role can help define someone's career. Go to joincolossus.com/eic to apply. Subscribe to Glue Guys! For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here. ----- This episode is brought to you by Ridgeline. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. I think this platform will become the standard for investment managers, and if you run an investing firm, I highly recommend you find time to speak with them. Head to ridgelineapps.com to learn more about the platform. — This episode is brought to you by Alphasense. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Imagine completing your research five to ten times faster with search that delivers the most relevant results, helping you make high-conviction decisions with confidence. AlphaSense provides access to over 300 million premium documents, including company filings, earnings reports, press releases, and more from public and private companies. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at Alpha-Sense.com/Invest and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegas help you make smarter decisions faster. ----- Invest Like the Best is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Invest Like the Best, visit joincolossus.com/episodes.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @patrick_oshag | @JoinColossus Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:08:21) Innovative Approaches in Portfolio Management (00:10:29) Challenges in the LP-GP Relationship (00:16:58) Categorizing and Understanding LPs (00:21:12) Pros and Cons of Different Capital Pools (00:28:44) Trends and Future of Asset Management (00:35:14) The Sensational Economy (00:37:37) Competitive Frontiers in Private Equity (00:39:44) The Yellowstone Club Deal (00:42:19) The Burger King Success Story (00:46:49) Collaborative Deals in Private Equity (00:51:27) The Importance of Communication (00:56:14) Capital Allocator Summits (01:00:31) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Done For Ted

Have you ever watched the Netflix show The Home Edit? Whether you're a fan or not, I promise this episode will be fun and valuable as we dive into how you can apply their organizing principles to your referral process. Similar to the KonMari method, we will use The Home Edit's four-step process: Edit, Categorize, Contain, and Maintain to create a more efficient and effective referral strategy for your business. Resources and links mentioned in this episode can be found on the show notes page at http://www.staceybrownrandall.com/328

Today, we are excited to bring you the first half of our conversation with Evy Pompouras, a former Secret Service agent, author, and expert in resilience and communication. In this episode, Evy shares crucial insights into mental resilience, emphasizing the importance of self-talk and taking ownership of your life. Drawing from her experience in security planning for the President of the United States, Evy discusses how to effectively manage control and vulnerability. She provides actionable strategies for setting and maintaining boundaries, understanding different levels of trust, and determining who deserves a place in your inner circle. Our host, Lisa Bilyeu, delves deep into these topics with Evy, exploring how to avoid a victim mentality, the power of language, and the importance of mental adaptability. From managing your inner critic to shifting from a problem-centric mindset to a solution-oriented approach, this first part is filled with valuable lessons that you can apply to both your personal and professional life. Get ready to be inspired and empowered as we begin this journey with Evy Pompouras. Let's dive in! SHOW NOTES: 00:00 Challenging dad's authority leads to self-discovery. 12:21 Categorizing people based on their relationship impact. 27:25 Inner critic voice distracts and limits energy. 32:57 Mindful choice of words for effective communication. 45:42 Taking responsibility for personal safety and choices. 59:19 Strategic, thoughtful responses lead to safe outcomes. 01:11:47 Be mindful of language, adjust to audience. 01:18:19 Betrayal causes lasting pain, triggers red flags. FOLLOW LISA: Lisa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Women of Impact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenofimpact/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en ORDER YOUR COPY OF LISA'S BOOK "RADICAL CONFIDENCE"  (NOW IN PAPERBACK & WITH A NEW CHAPTER!) & GET YOUR FREE BADASS BONUSES: https://bit.ly/radcon SPONSORS: Go over right now and sign up for just one dollar a month with your trial period at https://Shopify.com/lisa Go to https://cleanmymac.com/ and use the promo code WOMANOFIMPACT to save 20% on your annual license.  Go to https://butcherbox.com/NYBBS and use coupon code NYBBS and you can enjoy the choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloin or salmon for absolutely free in every single box for an entire year plus you get $20 off.  Go to https://www.heytabu.com/discount/LISA15 use code LISA15 to save 15% off your order Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase your first purchase by going to https://drinkAG1.com/lisa. Go to https://tryviome.com/LISA and use code LISA to get 20% off your first 3 months, and take control of your gut health today! ***CALLING ALL BADASSES!*** If you really want to level up your confidence game, check out the WOMEN OF IMPACT SUBSCRIPTION, specially designed to turn you into the badass you were born to be!  *New episodes delivered ad-free, EXCLUSIVE access to hundreds of archived Women of Impact episodes, and so much more!* Don't settle for mediocrity when you can be extraordinary! *****Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/457ebrP***** Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bassmaster Open EQ angler, Beau Browning, joins BTL to talk about working his way through high school and college platforms to the Open EQs.  The guys also talk about the different type of scopers that are starting to emerge in professional bass fishing.  

On today's episode of the Dr. Tyna Show, I candidly share my recent journey through how I herniated a disc in my back and bounced back quickly. From excruciating pain to significant relief within days, I'll walk you through the personal and medical insights gained during this experience. I'm sharing practical advice on managing and treating disc herniation, dispelling common fears, and exploring crucial steps—from the initial injury to recovery milestones. Whether you're navigating your own spinal health challenges or seeking prevention strategies, this episode offers invaluable wisdom and actionable tips to reclaim your well-being. On This Episode I Cover: 01:10 - My medical history   06:33 - Degenerative disc disease  07:10 - Recent transition in my spinal health  09:57 - The risks of loaded flexion  11:09 - How to get up after injuring your back 12:49 - Categorizing the injury  16:31 - Creating a treatment plan 19:07 - The physiology of herniating a disk  24:27 - Conditioning during a back injury 31:17 - Rest and nutrition 32:43 - The importance of strength training & prevention  37:40 - Who's at risk for disc herniation  41:27 - Traction exercises  45:13 - Controlled Extension & Mckenzie Protocol  46:31 - Feeling the disc go back into place  48:45 - Final tips for healing a herniated disc  52:21 - Surgery and motor loss  Sponsored By: Qualia Senolytic Go to Neurohacker.com/DRTYNA for $100 off and use code: DRTYNA at checkout for an additional 15% off Alitura Use Code DRTYNA for 20% off alituranaturals.com Cured Nutrition Go to www.curednutrition/drtyna with DRTYNA Momentous Go to livemomentous.com and use code DRTYNA to get 15% off all my favorite products BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA to save 10% and get a free gift with purchase Sponsored By: Qualia Senolytic Go to Neurohacker.com/DRTYNA for $100 off and use code: DRTYNA at checkout for an additional 15% off Alitura Use Code DRTYNA for 20% off alituranaturals.com Cured Nutrition Go to www.curednutrition/drtyna with DRTYNA Momentous Go to livemomentous.com and use code DRTYNA to get 15% off all my favorite products BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA to save 10% and get a free gift with purchase Show Links: My Favorite Peptides: Integrative Peptides (discount applied) nuBioAge (use code DRTYNA to save 10%) If you're a practitioner, create an account HERE. My Amazon Storefront: Staying Mobile Find my favorite book and items mentioned in this episode that I use to stay mobile when back pain strikes. Squat University Video: The Big 3 Further Listening: EP. 139: Algae 101 | Catherine Arnston of Energy Bits Ozempic Uncovered Podcast Series: EP 106: Ozempic Done Right Part 1 | Solo Episode EP 107: Ozempic Done Right Part 2 | Solo Episode EP. 109: Ozempic Done Right Part 3 | Solo Episode EP. 129: Ozempic Done Right Part 4: Sustained Weight Loss | Solo Episode EP. 132: Ozempic Done Right Part 5: Osteoarthritis + GLP1 Agonists | Solo Episode

Nora, Austin, and Diante come together to categorize all 32 NFL head coaches based on their coaching styles and what they contribute to their teams. They sort them into categories such as control freaks, chief morale officers, scheme lords, and more! Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Austin Gayle, and Diante Lee Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices