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#770 Ever wondered how to build a real business with almost no startup cash ā just your personality, a passion, and a good walking route? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Paul Whitten, founder of Nashville Adventures, to break down exactly how he started and scaled a walking tour company from scratch ā without a big marketing budget or tons of upfront capital. Paul shares his origin story (from military service to finding his āthis doesn't feel like workā calling), how he validated the idea with a soft launch (and a memorable first $40 in tips), and the grassroots tactics that fueled early growth ā think chambers of commerce, hotel concierges, and relentless relationship-building. They dig into what actually differentiates a great tour (personalization, entertainment, and making guests feel seen), how to hire guides without losing quality as you scale, why reviews are the lifeblood of the business, and the role SEO, PR, and smart marketing play in building a tour company that can grow toward corporate events, new cities, and potentially even franchising! What we discuss with Paul: + Starting a tour business with little capital + Paul's military-to-entrepreneur journey + The ā$40 proof of conceptā moment + Partnering with hotel concierges + Chamber of Commerce networking strategy + Making tours personal, not scripted + Hiring guides without losing quality + Reviews as the lifeblood of growth + Learning SEO before outsourcing marketing + Scaling into corporate and private events Thank you, Paul! Check out Nashville Adventures at NashvilleAdventures.com. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā MillionaireUniversity.com/trainingā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā .ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visitĀ ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā millionaireuniversity.com/sponsorsā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this energetic episode of Business Coaching Secrets, Karl Bryan and Rode Dog dig deep into the mindsets, frameworks, and daily practices that separate the world's best coaches and entrepreneurs from the rest. Through rapid-fire "word association," Karl reveals actionable insights for productivity, building a powerful personal brand, becoming an ideal mentor, and thinking like legends such as Musk, Bezos, and Zuckerburg. Whether you're wondering why most coaches fail or how to stop making unforced errors, this episode is stacked with real-world advice for coaches ready to upgrade their business and impact. Key Topics Covered The To-Do List Trap and Productivity Hacks Karl explains why most people never complete their to-do list and how focusing on just three critical tasks each dayāespecially before 10 AMācan 10x productivity and happiness. He urges coaches to build "done lists," embrace the 80/20 rule, and set high-leverage priorities. Amateur vs. Pro: The Mindset Shift Karl breaks down how professionals obsess over what could go wrong, practice to improve (not just to practice), and invest in personal development as the ultimate assetāchanneling wisdom from Warren Buffett to Tom Brady. Rules of Business and Coaching From Warren Buffett's investing rules to Karl's "two rules of business" (get clients, keep clients), the hosts link real-world examples to a simple guiding framework. Coaches are reminded that keeping clients is even more vital than getting them. The Ideal Mentor Karl introduces three coach archetypesāHider, Winger, and Installer. The most successful mentors don't just pile on tasks but help clients cut through noise and focus on what not to do, providing systems, accountability, and transformation over mere motivation. Learning from the Great Entrepreneurs Insights from Bezos, Musk, and others show that solving bigger problems, operating as if you're always 30 days from going out of business, and having a compelling North Star all lead to outsized success. Avoiding Unforced Errors Business is a game of minimizing mistakes, from "stupid taxes" to client audits using the 80/20 rule. Whether in the Super Bowl or business, those who avoid unforced errors typically win. Why Most Coaches Fail Instead of acting with conviction and serving business owners directly, many coaches waste productivity hanging out with other coaches, lack clarity, or never truly commit. The Power of a North Star and Personal Brand From Elon Musk's Mars mission to Gary Vee's obsession with attention, a powerful vision attracts results. Karl discusses practical personal branding in the social media era and why "who knows you" outweighs "who you know." Notable Quotes "Remember, a real mentor can tell you what NOT to do." "Amateurs talk, pros listen. Amateurs want to make it, pros want to keep it." "If you really want to feel productiveā¦ create a 'done list' versus a to-do list and get your top three done by 10am." "If you can't make fast buying decisions, you won't attract people who make fast buying decisions." "You don't need more motivation. What you need is less options." Actionable Takeaways Network where your clients are: Spend 80% of your outreach time in the spaces business owners frequent, not just talking shop with other coaches. Prioritize and narrow your focus: Each day, pick your top three high-leverage actions before adding anything else. Success compounds through focus and execution. Think in mental models: Apply the 80/20 rule, "what could go wrong?", and profit-driven frameworks to decision-making and client strategy. Build your personal brand deliberately: It's not just what you know or who you know, it's who knows you. Be visible, use social media strategically, and craft a clear message. Become an Installer, not a Winger: Develop systems your clients can implement and show them where to look, not what to see. Hold yourself and others accountable for action. Imitate the greats with your North Star: State your dream and mission boldly. Big claims lead to big impact, clarity, and opportunities. Minimize unforced errors: Audit your client list for profitability, avoid busywork, and learn from athletes: controlling mistakes wins championships (and businesses). Resources Mentioned Profit Acceleration Softwareā¢ by Karl Bryan: Enables coaches to demonstrate real ROI to clients and boost profitability. Networking Opportunities: BNI, Chamber of Commerce, industry groups, higher-level events (golf clubs, yacht clubs). Book Recommendations: Money: Master the Game by Tony Robbins The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Mindset Tools: 80/20 Rule, Marginal Gains, Matthew Principle, Mental Models Social Media & Branding: Study the strategies of Gary Vee, Alex Hormozi, and Patrick Mahomes for rapid audience and brand building. If you enjoyed the episode: Please subscribe, share with a fellow coach, and leave a review. Check out Focused.com for more strategies, daily emails, and information on Profit Acceleration Softwareā¢. Ready to transform your coaching business? Don't wait. Listen now and join Karl Bryan's community at Focused.com. Demo Profit Acceleration Softwareā¢ at https://go.focused.com/profit-acceleration
This week we end our Chamber Piece Festival with the indie sci-fi fromm Duncan Jones, 2009's Moon. Sam Bell is in the last 2 weeks of a 3-year sprint on the Moon, we watch him slowly unravel as mysteries on the ship get exposed and start adding up in his final days. What a movie and conversation. Enjoy!
Unlock the biblical truths within Harry Potter in this spellbinding series! Discover why some Christians are wary of Hogwarts and why others see spiritual symbolism woven throughout the series. Can Christians responsibly engage with this cultural phenomenon, or is it a gateway to the occult? This episode will shed light on that subjectāLUMOS! Watch the episode here. Episodes for each Harry Potter film will be released throughout 2026. But for Premium Seating Patreon supporters, you can hear the full series right away! Consider this your owl, inviting you to enroll as a Patron Saint so you can interact, influence, and enjoy exclusive bonus content.Ā Here is when episodes will release publicly so muggles can enjoy them: Feb 3: Harry Potter: Biblical Symbolism, Alchemy, and The Occult(?) Feb 24: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Mar 24: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Apr 28: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Jun 30: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Aug 25: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Oct 27: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Dec 1: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (1-2) Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to feedback@popcorntheology.com, and you'll receive 2 FREE stickers!Ā #HarryPotterDebate #Alchemy #MagicAndFaith #HarryPotter #JKRowling #DanielRadcliffe #FaithAndFilm #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChristianPodcast #MediaLiteracy #ReformedTheology; Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA
Dumbledore's phone is blowing up, Lucius is about to lose his servant, and Harry knows exactly where to look during this important exchange. Alice and Martha break down this surprisingly falling-action page of Chamber of Secrets.Ā Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don't forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!
On today's pages, Menachot 21 and 22, the Gemara details the three specific locations in the Temple where salt was stored: the Chamber of Salt, the ramp, and the top of the altar. This logistical precision highlights a deeper truth: that which is important enough to preserve must be stored with intentionality and care. From ancient chambers to your own kitchen counter, how does the way we "house" our essentials change our relationship to them? Listen and find out.
This is a storytime on how I manifested a $2K check that fell from the sky, and how I used wealth energetics, detachment, and attraction to bring it into fruition through a twisty, windy journey that required faith, trust, and conviction. Looking back, I feel like the way it happened-- and even in the moments where it looked like it likely *wouldn't * happen-- all came together for me to share this story with you all. Wherever you are, whatever you're calling in- is desiring you, too. Open and allow it in. For spirit-led, intuitive leaders who desire to anchor in your CEO Identity as you scale and attract illogical wealth, The Chamber membership focuses on the core aspects of growth: personal power, wealth energetics, sales magnetism, and identity. Every month, you'll get coached by Tiffany and receive teachings that drive you and your business forward with momentum and power from within- inside an epic community of women leaders who are here to cheer you on and walk shoulder to shoulder with you. Join The Chamber membership (and read more): HERE Ready to go to the top? Join the inner circle, small group mastermind with Tiffany to scale your business beyond limits. Get close proximity mentorship with Tiffany for a full year inside Magicmind. Read more and apply: HERE Want to chat about it? My DMs are always open! Connect with me on Instagram: @tiffanycheung.co
Amanda Forsyth is a South African born, Canadian raised, Juno award winning, Rock Star cellist. She has been the principal cellist of both The Calgary Philharmonic and Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestras. She has been soloist on international tours with The Royal Philharmonic; English Chamber Orchestra; Seoul Philharmonic and Israel Philharmonic. She's done multiple tours in Australia. In the U.S., she has performed with The Chicago Symphony, Washington National Symphony and many others. She is a founding member of the Zukerman Chamber Players. Her most recent album is with her husband Pinchas Zukerman and the National Arts Centre Orchestra.My featured song is āTree Of Lifeā from the album PGS 7 by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.ā-----------------------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All EpisodesĀ Click here for Guest ListĀ Click here for Guest GroupingsĀ Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to SubscribeĀ Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcastā----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH AMANDA:www.amandaforsyth.comā----------------------------------------ROBERT'S LATEST RELEASE:āMA PETITE FLEUR STRING QUARTETā is Robert's latest release. It transforms his jazz ballad into a lush classical string quartet piece. Praised by a host of classical music stars.CLICK HERE FOR YOUTUBE LINKCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKSā---------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLEāMI CACHIMBERā is Robert's recent single. It's Robert's tribute to his father who played the trumpet and loved Latin music.. Featuring world class guest artists Benny Benack III and Dave Smith on flugelhornCLICK HERE FOR YOUTUBE LINKCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKSā--------------------------------------ROBERT'S LATEST ALBUM:āWHAT'S UP!ā is Robert's latest compilation album. Featuring 10 of his recent singles including all the ones listed below. Instrumentals and vocals. Jazz, Rock, Pop and Fusion. āMy best work so far. (Robert)āCLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKSā----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera FilmsĀ Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.comĀ Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.comĀ Ā
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In this two-part episode of Mythmakers, Julia Golding is joined once more by Andrew Head to review the full-cast Audible production of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Together, their discussion broadens to consider whether this form of audiobook, when not adapted for the actors, works or if it is simply distracting.In the second part of todayās episode, accompany Julia on a deep dive into the recent report on the top ten grossing films of all time ā where fantasy titles dominate. And as for the most famous film you've (probably) never heard of? Stay tuned to uncover that cinematic mystery!(00:05) Entering the Wizarding World Through Sound(03:33) Full-Cast Audio and the Promise of Immersion(06:45) Casting Familiar Voices in New Roles(10:45) Music, Foley, and Building an Audio World(15:14) Comparing Full-Cast Drama to Classic Narration(19:22) When Dramatization Works ā and When It Distracts(22:25) Revisiting Harry Potter as a Listening Experience(26:01) Fantasy, Spectacle, and the Global Box Office(30:21) Why Fantasy Continues to Dominate Film CultureFor more information on the Oxford Centre for Fantasy, our writing courses, and to check out our awesome social media content visit: Website: https://centre4fantasy.com/websiteĀ Instagram: https://centre4fantasy.com/InstagramĀ Facebook: https://centre4fantasy.com/FacebookĀ TikTok: https://centre4fantasy.com/tiktok
We are joined from Los Angeles USA for a very unique & important episode with a man who has overcome life altering adversity & is now on a mission to help others do the same. William Person was a 10 year veteran of the Team USA Bobsled team & has subsequently developed CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) a brain injury condition experienced by collision sports athletes, military veterans & civilians who experience head trauma. This is a fascinating conversation that is wide reaching & impactful & William's mission could have wider implications for many of societies current ills.
Most sales trainers will tell you that closing more deals requires a "killer instinct," better "closing techniques," or some fancy psychological methodology. But I just watched an MSP salesperson go from a 13% close rate in 2025 to a 71% close rate in just 45 days, and it had nothing to do with "mindset" or charisma.In this episode, I break down the real-world transformation of Garrick, a seller who closed $17,000 in MRR this month alone. We didn't give him a new script; we gave him a new system for how to think about the sales process. We move past the surface-level "motivational" advice to focus on the tactical shifts that actually bent the curve: stopping the guesswork on ROI by simply asking the prospect how they measure value, practicing the "money ask" until it became boring muscle memory, and learning to lead proposals with the prospect's priorities rather than our own expert biases.If your sales team is working hard but failing to convert, it's likely not a lack of effortāit's a lack of the system underneath the tactics. Let's look at how to stop treating discovery like a checklist and start conducting conversations that actually lead to a close.//Welcome to The Ray J. Green Show, your destination for tips on sales, strategy, and self-mastery from an operator, not a guru.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Join Alex Tapscott as he decodes the world of crypto with Bill Barhydt, Founder and CEO of Abra, and Perianne Boring, Chair of the Board of Directors of The Digital Chamber. Listen in as they discuss why crypto feels like it's at an inflection point, Bill's macro case for a liquidity-driven risk-on setup (and why gold may be leading while Bitcoin lags), how stablecoin legislation has shifted the policy battleground toward rewards and yield as banks push to protect deposits, why agencies (SEC/CFTC/Treasury) can move fast but market-structure laws are needed to future-proof regulatory clarity, how committee politics and "pathway" strategy can make or break a bill's progress (including the fallout from Coinbase stepping back), and what the Clarity debate could mean for exchanges, developers, and DeFiāranging from new growth catalysts to potential constraints depending on how rules get written and enforced.
Join me for a break down of Chapter 10 of Midnight Sun, 'Theory', in which Edward speeds home, the conversation is like pomegranate seeds, and Carlisle takes care of Lanny while we watch Bella sleep.... 'Breaking Down Bad Books' is a podcast analysing trashy bestsellers from a literary perspective. Currently breaking down Stephenie Meyer's Midnight Sun - a re-purposing of Twilight from Edward's POV.Sign up to be a patron at www.patreon.com/breakingdownbadbooks for access to exclusive bonus episodes breaking down Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets every week, as well as a back catalogue analysing Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty Shades Darker, Fifty Shades Freed, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner.Read along with me and let me know your thoughts on Instagram @breakingdownbadbooks or email me at breakingdownpod@gmail.com.Hosted by Nathan Brown, who you can find on Instagram @nathanbrown90 or YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@nathanpatrickbrown. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/breaking-down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're covering new "Stay or Pay" bans in California and New York, developing immigration news for employers, and the EEOC's streamlined path for faster policy changes. California and New York Target "Stay or Pay" Agreements "Stay or Pay" bans are now in effect in California and New York. These laws largely ban employers from requiring workers to reimburse training and other similar costs if they leave before a specified period, effectively forcing an individual to remain in their job. New York Employers: Check out our webinar on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's employment priorities, including newly enacted laws on sick leave and "Stay-or-Pay" agreements. Register here. Administration Pauses H-1B Fee and Immigrant Visas A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration may impose a new $100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions filed after September 21, 2025, though the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has appealed. Separately, the U.S. Department of State announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa issuance for residents of 75 countries. EEOC Clears Path for Faster Policy Changes The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has scrapped its internal voting procedures, giving Chair Andrea Lucas the power to set agendas and decide when and how votes proceed without public input.Ā Ā - Visit our site for this week's Other Highlights and links:Ā https://www.ebglaw.com/eltw419 Subscribe to #WorkforceWednesday:Ā https://www.ebglaw.com/eltw-subscribe VisitĀ http://www.EmploymentLawThisWeek.com - Epstein Becker Green is a national law firm that focuses its resources on health care, life sciences, and workforce management solutions, coupled with powerful litigation strategies. These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. EMPLOYMENT LAW THIS WEEKĀ® and #WorkforceWednesdayĀ® are registered trademarks of Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
I used to think that successful entrepreneurs had a "secret map" that gave them 100% certainty before they made a move. I spent years in planning mode, working my tail off but making zero progress because I was terrified of making the "wrong" bet.In this episode, I'm sharing a raw look at a trap I see so many founders fall into: the endless pivot. I recently worked with a business owner who cycled through three different strategies in a month, not because he lacked talent, but because he was waiting for a feeling of certainty that simply doesn't exist in business.I've learned the hard way that our job isn't to find something that worksāit's to commit to making it work. We're going to talk about escaping the "amygdala hijack," why most results live on the other side of a J-curve, and how to start thinking in probabilities rather than absolutes. If you feel like you're rowing hard but staying in the same place, it's time to stop looking for a guarantee and start making a bet.//Welcome to The Ray J. Green Show, your destination for tips on sales, strategy, and self-mastery from an operator, not a guru.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
In a big Supreme Court showdown over trucking accidents, major business groups have filed a friend-of-the-court brief supporting freight brokers. The case, Shawn Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, et al., stems from a 2018 crash where a trucker hired through broker C.H. Robinson hit Montgomery's car, causing injuries. Montgomery sued the broker for negligent hiring, claiming CH picked an unsafe carrier. The Seventh Circuit Court said federal law blocks such state lawsuits against brokers.Ā Now, the Supreme Court will decide. In this episode, we dig into the latest amicus brief.Ā A Who's Who of Business OrganizationsĀ Nearly as important as the arguments advanced in this amicus brief are the entities that are advancing them.Ā U.S. Chamber of CommerceĀ Business RoundtableNational Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW)Ā National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)Ā National Retail Federation (NRF)Ā This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT is building the most trusted marketplace in freight. New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the link below. Built on the latest technology, DAT One gives you control over every aspect of moving freight, so that you can run your business with speed & efficiency. This program is also brought to you by our newest sponsor, GenLogs. GenLogs is setting a new standard of care for freight intelligence. Book your demo for GenLogs today at www.genlogs.io today!
As lawmakers work to unify crypto and traditional finance under one rulebook, U.S. banks are pressing Congress to ban yields on payment stablecoins.~This episode is sponsored by Uphold~Uphold Get $20 in Bitcoin - Signup & Verify and trade at least $100 of any crypto within your first 30 days ā https://bit.ly/pbnupholdGuest: Cody Carbone, CEO of The Digital ChamberWebsite ā https://digitalchamber.org/00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor Uphold00:30 Gaslighting Coinbase recap02:00 CLARITY update03:30 Patrick putting the blame on Banks?06:40 Patrick Witt: World's Worst Negotiator For Crypto?10:00 White House position on stablecoin yields?13:00 Global fumble?14:00 Do the Dems vote for it?15:30 Who is heading the effort?16:30 Did Visa/Mastercard just score another win?18:00 Bernie was brainwashed19:30 Has anyone tried to reach out to Bernie on this issue?22:00 Yields issue up for a separate vote?22:40 Will banks try to ban vaults next?24:30 Bitwise Vaults27:00 Crypto IPO flops are going to devastate bigger IPO season28:00 BitGo and AVAX ETF flops31:00 Outro#Crypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum~Could Bernie Join Stablecoin Yield Fight?
I've spent the last year hanging out with two very different groups: founders stuck at the $1M to $2M mark and entrepreneurs running $200M empires. Do you want to know the biggest difference between them? It's not intelligence or work ethicāit's their belief systems.Fresh off a trip to the Museum of Illusions with my kids, I realized that many of us are running our businesses while staring at the corporate equivalent of a "mind-bending" optical illusion. We are dead certain about "truths"āthat we are essential to daily ops, that a certain channel is dead, or that we lack the right connectionsāonly to find out those "truths" are the very things capping our growth.In this episode, I'm challenging you to look at where you might be fighting reality. What is the one thing you know for sure that just "aint so"? Let's break down the hidden illusions keeping you from the next level.//Welcome to The Ray J. Green Show, your destination for tips on sales, strategy, and self-mastery from an operator, not a guru.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Texas Ave will be losing some of its medians, an alleged multistate key-fob cloning ring targeted luxury pickup trucks, Alex Honnold successfully scaled the 101-floor Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes in a live Netflix eventālater complaining about the payout ā plus more news.Ā Plus, joining us in the studio today is Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Glen Brewer, stopping by to talk about the Economic Outlook Conference, Local Candidates Forum, After Hours, Community Impact Awards, ribbon cuttings, and more.Ā
Two weeks ago, I ended up in the ER with a heart incident that knocked me completely out of commission. But instead of falling apart, my business didn't skip a beatāin fact, we had our best sales month in six years. In this episode, I break down the critical decision I made last year to stack my team with "A-players" and the specific system I used to find them. I also explore the uncomfortable truth about why believing you are "necessary" is actually the biggest cap on your business's growth, and how to finally get out of your own way.//Welcome to The Ray J. Green Show, your destination for tips on sales, strategy, and self-mastery from an operator, not a guru.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
In this episode, I explain why the AI tools making you faster might actually be making you replaceable. I share a story about a 1917 hay delivery business to illustrate the fatal difference between using technology to be "lazy" versus using it to be "better." I also break down a real-world example of why I fired a ghostwriter who was using AI to cut corners, and how I built an automated system to replaceāand outperformāthem in less than 24 hours. Tune in to find out if you are building a gas station or just delivering hay.//Welcome to The Ray J. Green Show, your destination for tips on sales, strategy, and self-mastery from an operator, not a guru.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Join me for a break down of Chapter 9 of Midnight Sun, 'Port Angeles', in which Edward is the worst tracker ever, Lanny gets off scott-free, and the telepathic cat is out of the hypothetical bag... 'Breaking Down Bad Books' is a podcast analysing trashy bestsellers from a literary perspective. Currently breaking down Stephenie Meyer's Midnight Sun - a re-purposing of Twilight from Edward's POV.Sign up to be a patron at www.patreon.com/breakingdownbadbooks for access to exclusive bonus episodes breaking down Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets every week, as well as a back catalogue analysing Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty Shades Darker, Fifty Shades Freed, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner.Read along with me and let me know your thoughts on Instagram @breakingdownbadbooks or email me at breakingdownpod@gmail.com.Hosted by Nathan Brown, who you can find on Instagram @nathanbrown90 or YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@nathanpatrickbrown. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/breaking-down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the That's Just Good Podcast, I'm joined by Dylan Rafaty, the Founder and Executive Director of the North Texas Disability Chamber. Dylan is not just an advocate, he's a systems-level changemaker working to elevate the voices of individuals with disabilities in business, policy, and community life. We talk about what true inclusion looks like beyond compliance, how companies can be better partners in accessibility, and the importance of shifting from tokenism to meaningful representation. Dylan shares the personal journey that led him to start the Chamber and how he's building cross-sector collaboration to break down barriers and create economic opportunities for the disability community. This conversation is a must-listen for business leaders, nonprofit professionals, policymakers, and anyone who wants to be a part of a more inclusive and empowered North Texas.
The Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce State of the Cities and County breakfast was held to promote and inform local business on the accomplishments of the chamber the year prior, and what to expect over the current year. Chamber president/CEO Diane Bruce shares the chamber's goals for the future and endorses shopping locally.
This week, be careful what you say, be careful what you touch! From sinister nonverbal spells to cursed jewelry,Ā Hogwarts is more of a security nightmare than normal! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah, Laura and Channell as they brave the frigid cold of Hogsmeade.Ā Welcome, Slug Club member Channell! Music to our ears! Hans Zimmer will score the new Harry Potter TV Show! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Half-Blood Prince, Chapter 12: Silver and Opals Where the hell is Dumbledore and what is he doing? Harry is asking, not us! What is it about the Prince that endears Harry to him? How are spells created in the Wizarding World? We explore this question in great detail in this week's Bonus MuggleCast and Andrew even challenges the hosts with some creations of his own! Reckless Harry! Why is he casting spells with no clue what they do? Should Harry use the Prince's work to help curry Slughorn's favor? Hot Take: Snape would have been a great teacher if he taught with the same enthusiasm he has when writing his notes! Do we think Slughorn is even more interested in Harry given it's been so hard to get him to come to the Slug Club? Connecting The Threads to Chamber of Secrets: More bathroom problems! Why doesn't anybody believe Harry? The evidence is starting to pile up against Draco! Our MVP segment asks what would have happened if Dumbledore had received the cursed necklace? Our Lynx Line topic this week for Slug Club patrons: how could Hogsmeade do a better job of protecting visitors and residents from security nightmares? Participate in our weekly trivia segment by answering this week's Quizzitch questionĀ atĀ MuggleCast.com/Quizzitch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Top Stories for January 20th Publish Date: January 20th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, January 20th and Happy Birthday to Buzz Aldrin Iām Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Stone Mountain Park preparing to host Lunar New Year Festival 'Be ready to belly laugh' ā Aurora Theatre staging 'The Play That Goes Wrong' as part of 30th anniversary season Gwinnett Chamber welcomes new board members for 2026 All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia - Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink STORY 1: Stone Mountain Park preparing to host Lunar New Year Festival Stone Mountain Park is ringing in the Year of the Horse with its fourth annual Lunar New Year Festival, running weekends from Feb. 14 to March 1. And let me tell you, itās not your average celebration. Think lighted floats, dragon and lion dances, live music, and a parade thatāll make you forget itās February. Oh, and the food? Double the food trucks this year, all serving up Asian-inspired dishes youāll want seconds of. The highlight? A jaw-dropping Lunar New Year Drone & Light Show. Picture hundreds of drones lighting up the sky, some even launching fireworks. Yes, fireworks. And the finale? A massive light show projected onto the mountain itself, complete with special effects and a fireworks extravaganza. Want to learn something new? Try calligraphy, paper art, or knot tying with instructors from the Chinese Cultural School of Atlanta. Or just soak in the vibesāambassadors in traditional dress, a Lighted Reflection Walk-Way for wishes and prayers, and photo ops galore. Itās a celebration you donāt want to miss. Details at stonemountainpark.com. STORY 2: 'Be ready to belly laugh' ā Aurora Theatre staging 'The Play That Goes Wrong' as part of 30th anniversary season Heidi McKerley is back at Aurora Theatre, this time directing the chaos-filled comedy The Play That Goes Wrongāa perfect fit for the theatreās 30th anniversary season. McKerley, a Suzi Bass Award-winning veteran of Atlantaās theatre scene, knows her way around a laugh, having previously directed Noises Off and The Italian American Reconciliation at Aurora. The play, a fan favorite first staged at Aurora three years ago, runs Jan. 22āFeb. 15. Written by Henry Lewis, Henry Shields, and Jonathan Sayer, itās a farcical take on a local theatre troupeās disastrous attempt to stage a murder mystery. What should audiences expect? āNonstop belly laughs,ā McKerley promised. āItās high-energy, ridiculous, and exactly the kind of escape we all need right now.ā STORY 3: Gwinnett Chamber welcomes new board members for 2026 The Gwinnett Chamber just welcomed 28 new faces to its 2026 Board of Directors, kicking things off with an orientation that dove into the Chamberās mission, goals, and the big responsibilities ahead. The board isnāt just about strategyāitās about reflecting the community. āWeāre intentional about diversityāindustries, cultures, perspectives,ā said CEO Nick Masino. āThis board champions business and connection.ā New members include leaders from healthcare, real estate, banking, and more, like Vandana Aggarwal of Aggarwal Real Estate, Wendy Palmer of Childrenās Healthcare of Atlanta, and Beto Tenorio of Norsan Group. Itās a powerhouse lineup ready to drive Gwinnettās growth. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. Weāll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets STORY 4: Snellville reaches major milestone with opening of The Grove's Towne Center Market Like most teenagers, Kierra Mays couldnāt wait to leave her hometown of Snellville. After graduating from South Gwinnett High in 2015, she had big dreamsābigger than her small town, or so she thought. Even when she launched Keys Cakery, her bakery business, her sights were set on Atlanta. A food hall in the city? That was the goal. But life has a funny way of circling back. Instead of the bright lights of Atlanta, Mays found herself opening her first brick-and-mortar shop right in Snellville, as one of the first vendors at The Towne Center Market in The Grove downtown district. The market, anchored by Crooked Can Brewing, officially opened with a ribbon-cutting last weekāa moment years in the making for Snellville leaders. Mayor Barbara Bender reflected on the cityās journey: āSnellville didnāt have a downtown. It got mowed over by highways. We needed a place for people to gather, to walk, to connect.ā The Grove is that place. Itās not just a food hallāitās a mix of apartments, a library, coworking spaces, restaurants, and even a splash pad. Itās a downtown built from scratch, designed to feel like it grew over time. For Mays, itās more than just a business opportunity. āSnellvilleās growing,ā she said. āThereās a young crowd moving in, and this market is perfect for them. Itās not just a place to eatāitās a place to hang out, to connect. It feels like home.ā STORY 5: Senate bill would hold down property tax increases that fund Georgia schools Georgia homeowners might soon see their property tax hikes capped at the inflation rateāyes, even for school taxes. A new bill from Senate Republicans would force all school systems to limit tax increases tied to rising home values. Hereās the catch: most school districtsā71% of themāvoted last year to reject a similar cap. Why? Because it slashes funding for public education. If this bill passes, schools would lose the ability to tax property values that outpace inflation, leaving them scrambling to cover rising costs. Sen. Chuck Hufstetler, the billās sponsor, argues itās about fairness. āPeople are seeing double-digit tax increases. We need to limit it to inflationāeveryone has to live within their means.ā The bill would also impact city and county governments that opted out of last yearās cap. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones called it a priority, saying itās about āputting more money back in Georgiansā pockets.ā Meanwhile, other tax proposals are swirling at the Capitolālike eliminating income taxes or ending homestead property taxes altogether. Gov. Brian Kemp? Heās pushing for tax rebates and a slight income tax cut. Weāll be right back. Break 3: EAGLE THEATRE STORY 6: Buford High School earns Gold distinction on 2025 AP School Honor Roll Buford High School just snagged a spot on the 2025 Advanced Placement School Honor Roll, earning the coveted Gold distinction from the College Board. Translation? Theyāre crushing it when it comes to preparing students for college and making rigorous coursework accessible to more kids. But waitāit gets better. Buford students also earned Platinum recognition in College Credit and College Optimization. And the stats? Impressive. Last spring, 691 students took 1,407 AP exams, with a jaw-dropping 90% scoring a 3 or higher. The schoolās average score? 3.81āwell above state and global averages. Oh, and hereās the kicker: the Buford Board of Education covers the cost of every AP exam. No barriers, just opportunity. STORY 7: Norcross' Maddi Yi to Play Soccer for the US Air Force Academy Norcross senior Maddi Yi is heading to the United States Air Force Academy to play college soccerāshe made it official on Sunday. A standout midfielder, Yiās been racking up all-region honors for the past two seasons while also playing club soccer with Concorde Fire Platinum. Oh, and did I mention sheās rocking a 4.3 GPA? Yeah, sheās the real deal. Balancing academics, high-level club soccer, and high school play isnāt easy, but Yiās made it look effortless. Now, sheās taking her talent (and that work ethic) to the next level. The Air Force Academy just scored big. Weāll have closing comments after this Break 4: GCPL Passport Signoff ā Thanks again for hanging out with us on todayās Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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Goshen Chamber of Commerce President Nick Kieffer explains how the organization acts as a chameleon-like resource to advocate for, connect, and develop local businesses. The group discusses the importance of tenacity and hard work in entrepreneurship, followed by a quiz on fighting lions and utensil hands Links:
(Lander, WY) āĀ The KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM Today in the 10 interview series Coffee Time continued today with host Vince Tropea, who recently spoke with Meghan Manning from the Lander Chamber of Commerce. Manning stopped by to give us details on the Chamberās 2026 Fremont County Legislative Preview Luncheon, taking place this Friday, January 23, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Lander Community & Convention Center, where lagislators Sen. Cale Case (R-25), Rep. Lloyd Larsen (R-54), Rep. Ivan Posey (D-33), and Rep. Pepper Ottman (R-34) will be in attendence. Manning also chats about the Chamberās Restaurant Week, happening right now, which aims to boost business for local restaurants during what is historically a slow time for sales. To make it extra special, participating restaurants will have some or all of the following price points for menu items: $10 for County 10 $18.84 for the year Fremont County was established $55.25 for the average elevation of the towns in Fremont County Click here to see all of the participating restaurants. Check out the full Coffe Time interview with Manning below for all of the details! Be sure to tune in to Today in the 10 and Coffee Time interviews every morning from 7:00 to 9:00 AM on KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM, orĀ stream it live right here.
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This week, Alex is joined by the prolific streamer: Interrobang! The duo dives deep into the latest OTA Balance Patch, debating whether the nerf to Merlin actually impacts the meta and if the buffs to Vulture and Multiple Man are enough to cure "Bounce fatigue." They also break down the new High Voltage card Dragon Lord, analyzing if it's the perfect tool for Chamber & Ramp decks or a risky play for the uninitiated.Alex and Interrobang also look ahead to the massive new dragon Fin Fang Foom, asking if this 7-Cost behemoth is destined to just be Hela fodder or if it can find a home elsewhere. Plus, they review Lin Lie (Iron Fist) with a split verdict: is it a hard "skip" to save tokens, or a secret weapon for Spider-Man Noir synergy?Finally, they answer a spicy Mailbag question about whether Knull and Destroy decks are "free wins" for players regardless of skill. Join Alex Coccia and special guest Interrobang as they chat about this and more on this episode of The Snap Chatāand catch Cozy and Alex every week as they discuss all things Marvel Snap.Have a question or comment for Cozy and Alex? Send them a Text Message.You've been listening to The Snap Chat. Keep the conversation going on x.com/ACozyGamer and x.com/AlexanderCoccia. Until next time, happy snapping!
A Warm Welcome to Wellness When Marcy Campbell greets newcomers at Downtown Studios Unlimited, she's not just welcoming them to a fitness classāshe's inviting them into a family. As co-owner of this Luray-based group exercise studio, Marcy has spent decades transforming the way her community approaches health and wellness. In this episode of The Valley Today, she talks with host Janet Michael and co-host Gina Hilliard, president of the Luray/Page Chamber of Commerce, to share her vision for accessible, enjoyable fitness. From the Eighties to Today: A Fitness Journey Marcy's story begins in the era of leg warmers and Jane Fonda workout videos. Together with her business partner Tammy Landis, she started teaching group exercise classes at what was then known as the Luray Fitness Center back in the 1980s and 1990s. However, their approach has evolved far beyond the aerobics craze of decades past. "We've always enjoyed and loved the idea of having a group exercise venue," Marcy explains, "just because some people aren't as motivated to do it independently as they would be with the help and support of others." Something for Everyone Today, Downtown Studios Unlimited offers an impressive array of classes designed to meet every fitness level and interest. The schedule includes everything from "Fit for Life"āa beginner-friendly class offered twice weeklyāto more challenging options like cycling, step aerobics, and Tabata (a high-intensity interval training format). Moreover, the studio caters to those seeking mind-body balance. Gentle morning yoga classes provide stretching and relaxation, while evening sessions deliver more challenging workouts. Additionally, the studio offers bar Pilates, meditation with sound bath therapy, and even karate classes for ages six through adult. "We try to make sure that we offer classes that will fit all levels and all abilities," Marcy emphasizes. Furthermore, she personally helps newcomers find the right fit, ensuring they don't wander into a class that feels too intimidating or too easy. Breaking Down Barriers One of the studio's greatest strengths lies in its welcoming atmosphere. Marcy actively works to eliminate the intimidation factor that keeps many people from trying group fitness. When potential members express concerns about competition or judgment, she quickly sets the record straight. "Nobody really watches anybody but me because they're too worried about what I'm doing," she reassures. "It's very individualized, yet you're with your friends." Indeed, the studio has become a hub for building genuine connections. New residents frequently discover that Downtown Studios offers more than just exerciseāit provides a pathway to community integration. As Marcy notes, many members have expressed relief at finally knowing people in their new hometown. Age Is Just a Number The studio's membership spans an remarkable age range. High school athletes come to improve their performance in track or basketball. Meanwhile, members in their eighties continue to maintain their strength and balance. This diversity creates a rich, multigenerational environment where everyone learns from each other. Marcy particularly emphasizes the importance of functional fitness as people age. "There's little things that as we get older, we wanna still be able to do," she points out, referencing everyday activities like reaching high shelves or playing with grandchildren. Consequently, the studio's strength and balance training helps members maintain independence and quality of life. Beyond the Workout Downtown Studios Unlimited also addresses mental and emotional wellness. Rich, the studio's meditation coach, leads sessions featuring sound bath therapyāa deeply relaxing experience that helps participants clear their minds and reset. "By the time you're over, you're kinda like, was that an hour?" Marcy laughs, comparing it to the timeless feeling of a good massage. Additionally, the studio has partnered with Forever Dancing Studio next door, which offers Jujitsu and Zumba. This collaboration allows members to access dual memberships, expanding their fitness options even further. A Higher Calling Throughout the conversation, Marcy's passion for community health shines through. She views her work not as a business venture but as a mission to promote wellbeing throughout Luray. "Any of us in the fitness industry, we're not in it just for ourselves," she reflects. "We're in it to promote health and wellbeing regardless if they come to us or they go somewhere else for it." This philosophy extends to her relationships with other fitness professionals. She regularly receives referrals from local physical therapists who recognize the value of continued exercise in a supportive group setting. Getting Started For those interested in joining this vibrant fitness community, Marcy recommends starting with the studio's Facebook page or website at DowntownStudiosUnlimited.com. There, prospective members can view the full class schedule and sign up for sessions. Marcy personally reviews new registrations and reaches out to help newcomers find their perfect fit. Looking Ahead As the conversation wraps up, Gina announces upcoming Chamber events, including a Women in Business paint and sip session and an annual networking breakfast with local elected officials. She also floated the idea of hosting a Women in Business event at Downtown Studios, allowing participants to sample different classesāan idea that Marcy enthusiastically welcomed. For anyone who made a New Year's resolution to get healthier, try something new, or simply meet more people in their community, Downtown Studios Unlimited offers a low-barrier entry point. As Marcy's newest member discovered, sometimes you fall in love with a place before you've even broken a sweat.
"No pain, no deal." It's standard sales advice for a reason: painkillers are always easier to sell than vitamins. But are there exceptions?In this episode, I break down the only two scenarios where a prospect will buy from you even if they aren't feeling active symptoms. I discuss the concept of "high-stakes latent pain" (and why a blocked artery motivates action when slightly high blood pressure doesn't) and how intense desireālike the urge to buy a Porsche 911ācan create its own internal pressure to buy.If you think your prospect has "no problems" but you still want the close, you need to understand these two specific triggers.//Welcome to Repeatable Revenue, hosted by strategic growth advisor , Ray J. Green.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
"Problems are facts, pain is feeling." This mantra is tattooed on my brain for a reason.I recently reviewed a sales call where a service provider uncovered a complete train wreck of a client situation. The prospect agreed with every single finding, yet still refused to pay to fix it. Why? Because the seller was pitching problems, not pain.In this episode, I explain why clients can acknowledge a problem but still refuse to solve it. I'll show you how to connect the dots between technical facts and the emotional or business impact that actually drives a purchase. If you're presenting logical solutions but still losing deals, this is exactly what you need to hear.//Welcome to Repeatable Revenue, hosted by strategic growth advisor , Ray J. Green.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
(Lander, WY) āĀ The KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM Today in the 10 interview series Coffee Time continued today with host Vince Tropea, who recently spoke with Meghan Manning from the Lander Chamber of Commerce and Tiffany Hartpence from Home Source Realty in Lander. Home Source is hosting tonightās Business After Hours, which takes place from 5:30 to 7 PM at the Home Source office, located at 1632 W Main Street. Hartpence shares details on what folks can expect at the BAH, and Manning fills us in on Chamber happenings, including the Restaurant Week and upcoming Legislative Preview Luncheon. Check out the full Coffee Time interview below for all of the details! Be sure to tune in to Today in the 10 and Coffee Time interviews every morning from 7:00 to 9:00 AM on KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM, orĀ stream it live right here.
Jan. 15, 2026- Gov. Kathy Hochul is looking to lower car insurance costs, with drivers in New York generally paying well above the national average. We discuss what is driving up costs and how to respond with Brianna January, director of State and Local Governments in the Northeast at the Chamber of Progress.
Send us your desired health topic or guest suggestionsWilliam Person, a former Team USA bobsledder, opens up about the years he lost to brain fog, panic, migraines, and crushing depressionāonly to trace it back to the relentless G-forces and micro-impacts to the brain that are baked into his sport. We follow William's turning point as he connects his symptoms to the same patterns seen in veterans exposed to blasts, survivors of domestic violence, and crash victims. The label many of them eventually wearāCTEācan only be confirmed after death, which leaves families guessing while symptoms escalate.Ā The breakthrough arrives in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. One hour under pressure lifts a decade of fog for William. He explains why HBOT helps post-concussion syndrome: oxygen-rich plasma reaches injured tissue, inflammation eases, and the brain gets a chance to recalibrate. We also discuss the expense of sessions, and how the people who need help most are often priced out. Along the way, he shares the stories of teammates and veterans lost to suicide, the gaps in our systems, and the small signs families can watch for that point to a brain in distress.William's passion has been creating the American Post-Concussion Wellness Center, a nonprofit dedicated to offering free HBOT care for Vets and professional athletes, and educating athletes stepping into high-risk sports.Ā If you or someone you love is navigating post-concussion symptoms, this conversation offers a map: what to try now, and where to find help today. Listen, share it with a teammate or vet, and help us widen access to treatment. If the episode helped you, subscribe, leave a review, and tell us what you want us to dig into next.If you would like to donate to the non profit and help our military Vets and athletes get help for CTE/traumatic brain injury, click the GoFundMe link:https://gofund.me/7c7b8322c Please Follow and Review this podcast if you would like to support the growth of this show. Thank You! :)If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with two people you know that might benefit from the information. The more knowledge that people have in their hands, the healthier we can all become. If you would like to see a particular health issue discussed, or know someone who would be a great guest, contact the Open-Minded Healing podcast at marla@openmindedhealing.com. Note: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Marla Miller, Open-Minded Healing Podcast, any guests or contributors to the podcast, be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast.
LinkedIn Post mentioned in the episode: https://msp.sale/49SzpiuIn less than a year, I took a new business from zero to $93,000 in monthly sales. I didn't do it by adding more services or chasing new trendsāI did it by killing everything else and focusing on just one thing.In this episode, I break down why most entrepreneurs completely misunderstand what true focus looks like. I share my take on a controversial LinkedIn post where a CEO turned down "free" work (and why he was right to do it), discuss my own battle with 'shiny object syndrome,' and explain why more businesses die from indigestion than they do from starvation.If you feel like you're doing too much but not moving forward, this is the reality check you need.//Welcome to Repeatable Revenue, hosted by strategic growth advisor , Ray J. Green.About Ray:ā Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.ā Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.ā Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.comā Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.ā Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
"Family-friendly society" sounds SO BORING but listen: it's what we all want. It's what singles and elders want, it's what parents and partnered people without kids want, it's what KIDS WANT. A society that takes all of us ā and our needs and capacities ā seriously?? That considers all of us, in whatever scenario we find ourselves, AS A FAMILY? When we announced that we were doing this episode, we got a ton of questions asking us to also consider people who weren't parents in their 30s and 40s, and yes, of course, team, I would never approach this topic without thinking expansively about it āĀ as in, expansively enough to include me, and our beloved co-producer Melody, and all of our various family configurations. I would only do an episode with expansive questions like yours with someone (with tremendously policy experience) who understands "family-friendly" expansively. So listen in as Elliot Haspel and I imagine a better (and possible!) family-friendly world.AND GREAT NEWS: WE HAVE VERY GOOD EPISODE TRANSCRIPTS NOW! They come out within 24 hours of the pod, so you just have to be a little patient and then come back and click here. We pay an actual human for help with these, so thank you for either being a paid subscriber or listening to the ads that make this model possible!If you're a paid subscriber and haven't yet set up your subscriber RSS feed in your podcast player, here's the EXTREMELY easy how-to .And if you're having any other issues with your Patreon subscription āĀ please get in touch! Email me at annehelenpetersen @ gmail OR submit a request to Patreon Support. Thank you for making the switch with us āĀ the podcast in particular is much more at home here!Thanks to the Sponsors of Today's Episode!Get 15% off your first order of high-quality, refillable cleaning products at Blueland.com/CULTUREWake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code CULTUREPOD for an extra 30% off at blissy.com/CULTUREPODCozy up with your pup this season! Go to ollie.com/culture and use code CULTURE to get 60% off your first box!Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafoodādelivered right to your door. Go to:Ā https://www.wildalaskan.com/CULTUREShow Notes:Find out more about Elliot's work here āĀ and buy Raising a Nation: 10 Reasons Every American Has a Stake in Child Care for All hereSubscribe to Elliot's truly excellent newsletter, The Family Frontier, hereA pretty fantastic write-up of the 1971 Comprehensive Childhood Development Act (and its failure) by the Institute for Research on PovertyMore on "the curb-cut effect"Elliot cites a now famous maxim from the former mayor of BogotĆ” mayor, Enrique PeƱalosa: "children are a kind of indicator species, if we can build a successful city for children, we will have a successful city for everyone.ā"70% of children under the age of 6 have all available parents in the workforce" Elliot cites Elissa Strauss's book When You Care āĀ here's my interview with herOnly 13.9% of US workers were part-time in December 2024 āĀ compare to the EU numbers here!!!Chamber of Mothers! The AMAZING coconut-miso-ginger curry I mention in the Wild Alaskan ad! We're currently looking for your questions for future episodes about:New trends you've noticed in the world of MOMFLUENCERS How we think about the morality of money and taxes ā who should pay taxes, who shouldn't, who "deserves" money, who doesn't, how we came to decide that religious organizations shouldn't pay taxes (and how that belief is changing), SO MUCHHow to process all the STUFF accumulated from relatives (we have a really helpful organizer with a bunch of mental health training for this one!)The State of The CHAIN RESTAURANT āĀ and chain restaurant supply chain!!! (I'm so excited for this one)Wedding culture (especially the more, uh, cult-like or obligatory components) What would LIFE AFTER CARS look like?? (With the hosts of the War on Cars pod!) For our next Culture Of Place: Puerto Rico!Anything you need advice or want musings on for the AAA segment. You can ask about anything, it's literally the name of the segmentAs always, you can submit your questions (and ideas for future eps) hereFor this week's discussion: What did this conversation make you want the MOST? What feels like it could be possible in our lifetimes, and what still feels intractable?
Join me for a breakdown of Chapter 8 of Midnight Sun, 'Ghost', in which Edward haunts Bella, Bella has a literary sex dream in the sun, and Hugh Grant is a hunk... 'Breaking Down Bad Books' is a podcast analysing trashy bestsellers from a literary perspective. Currently breaking down Stephenie Meyer's Midnight Sun - a re-purposing of Twilight from Edward's POV.Sign up to be a patron at www.patreon.com/breakingdownbadbooks for access to exclusive bonus episodes breaking down Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets every week, as well as a back catalogue analysing Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty Shades Darker, Fifty Shades Freed, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner.Read along with me and let me know your thoughts on Instagram @breakingdownbadbooks or email me at breakingdownpod@gmail.com.Hosted by Nathan Brown, who you can find on Instagram @nathanbrown90 or YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@nathanpatrickbrown. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/breaking-down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2026: our exclusive sit-down interview with Senate Republican leadership, including Senate President Thomas Alexander, Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, and Labor, Commerce, and Industry Chairman Tom Davis; we have a wide-ranging interview for you previewing what Senate Republicans who hold a 32 to 14 supermajority in the Chamber plan to do this final year of the two -year session; we'll discuss taxes, abortion legislation, data center concerns, energy concerns and more!
This week dive into our 3rd installment of our Chamber Piece Festival with 1948's absolute banger of a classic, Rope. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock and based around a party that is hosted shortly after a murder has taken place. Truly underrated Hitchcock here. Great conversation! Enjoy!
To kick-off Season 6 of Beyond the Bank, Brad spends some time chatting with local CPA, friend and incoming Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Board Chair, Adam Hutchins, to learn more about putting down roots in Albany, his decision to take on the Chamber role, and his deep belief in the importance of serving your community.
THE PRINCESS'S MUSEUM AT THE DAWN OF HISTORY Colleague Moudhy Al-Rashid. Moudhy Al-Rashidintroduces Ennigaldi-Nanna, a princess and high priestess of the moon god in the ancient city of Ur. Excavators discovered a chamber in her palace containing carefully arranged artifacts from eras much older than her own, effectively serving as a museum. A clay cylinder found there acted as a museum label, preserving the history of ancient kings to lend legitimacy to her father, King Nabonidus, and his dynasty. NUMBER 1 1800 URĀ
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