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Blair Critch shares how she overcame bankruptcy, cancer, and company transitions to rebuild a 6-figure network marketing businessIn this inspiring episode of MLM Nation, Simon Chan welcomes back 7-figure earner Blair Critch for her third appearance.Blair shares her personal journey from a bankrupt kindergarten teacher to building a thriving network marketing business—multiple times.She opens up about her battle with cancer, the bold decision to leave a long-time company, and how she started over from scratch with a powerful vision, grounded faith, and relentless consistency.If you've ever faced doubt, fear, or felt stuck in your business, this episode will reignite your belief.Who Is Blair Critch?Blair Critch was a retired kindergarten teacher that turned network marketing leader.She got started in direct selling back in 2009 and has earned over 7 figures in lifetime commissions.Blair has been with her current company since August 2024 and is a 6 figure earner and personally has sponsored over 120 customers already.Blair credits her success to being authentic and how she uses things that God has put in her life, such as being diagnosed with cancer as a gift instead of punishment.Blair Critch has also appeared on episode 761 where she talked about how to get small business owners interested in your business and also in episode 574 where she talked about how to get your spouse and family to support your network marketing business.Key Lessons from Blair CritchWhat she's doing differently today with Calendly, TikTok, and team trainingWhy Blair sees her cancer diagnosis as a gift, not a punishmentThe real reason top leaders leave network marketing companiesHow to recruit without “selling” by sharing with authenticityWhat Blair Critch told her team before leaving—and how she did it with integrityHow to create vision and conviction even if you're just getting startedThe mindset shift that led to Blair's fast rebuild from scratch in 2024How time blocking and visualization fuel her daily consistencyHer Favorite Tools and BooksBlair Critch loves:And of course, the Bible—her foundation for everythingCalendly – for quick 15-minute prospecting callsLife360 – to stay connected with her familySuccess Principles by Jack CanfieldCompound Effect by Darren HardyMiracle Morning for Network Marketers by Hal ElrodWorthy Human by Tracy LittGo Pro by Eric WorreCompound Effect by Darren HardyThink and Grow Rich – she and her husband used to fall asleep to it nightlyFollow Blair CritchIf you were inspired by Blair's story, be sure to connect with her online:Instagram: @blaircritch2TikTok: @blair.critchFacebook: Blair Critch

Jeff Byers is the co-founder and CEO of Momentous, a high-performance wellness company delivering science-backed products used by elite athletes, military operators, and high-performers worldwide. A former NFL player and two-time USC football captain, Jeff brings both personal and professional insight to optimizing performance and building values-driven companies.What you'll learn:Why Jeff says effort and attitude are the only things you can control—and how they ground him in tough momentsThe cultural clash behind merging two wellness companiesHow “speed over consensus” became a core value at MomentousWhy returning to in-person work cost talent but aligned cultureHow EOS helped reset their operating rhythmBuilding high-integrity partnerships with leaders like Huberman and StarrettLessons from Pete Carroll on consistency and energyWhy growth-stage CEOs must “reset the scoreboard” and stay curiousTakeaways:Control what you can: Effort and attitude define how you show upMerge carefully: “Equals” often clash without clear directionCulture lives in person: Jeff prioritized cohesion over convenienceDecide fast on people: Delays around misfits create dragEarn trust: Authenticity attracted elite advisorsBalance roles: EOS clarified vision vs. executionYou define you: Not your title—your choicesFind Jeff:LinkedInMomentousIn this episode: (00:00:00) Expectations in growth-backed companies (00:00:23) Intro to Jeff (00:02:00) NFL to CEO journey (00:03:52) Life as a pro athlete (00:05:28) Teamwork, rhythm, winning (00:09:10) Athletic mindset in startups (00:11:06) Stress rituals, effort & attitude (00:14:02) Purpose-driven leadership (00:19:15) Founding Momentous (00:30:51) Merger lessons (00:35:25) Cultural alignment (00:42:27) In-person work benefits (00:48:38) Standing out in supplements (00:54:20) Partnering with leaders (00:57:59) Co-founder dynamics (01:02:23) Imposter syndrome (01:10:22) Curiosity = leadership growthConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Send us a text Cross-functional chaos? We've been there. Ange MacCabe and Maria Maycock unpack how to align technical and non-technical teams — using proven tools that drive clarity, trust, and performance across biotech, healthtech, and life sciences orgs. In this episode of The Human Side of Business, host Ange MacCabe (CEO, Intuity Performance) and consultant Maria Maycock explore the real-world friction between technical and non-technical teams — and how to fix it.From biotech to medtech and SaaS, discover what causes cross-functional breakdowns and how tools like RACI matrices, team charters, and real-time feedback loops can transform collaboration. You'll hear client stories, actionable frameworks, and tips to boost trust, productivity, and alignment across disciplines.Tune in to learn:Why technical and non-technical teams often clash — and what to do about it5 proven collaboration tools for tech-driven companiesHow communication rituals and neutral facilitation unlock better outcomesReal stories from biotech, medtech, and software teams that turned chaos into cohesionIdeal for biotech leaders, healthtech innovators, product managers, HR pros, and team leads who want to turn siloed expertise into shared success.Subscribe and connect with Intuity Performance for more on unlocking people-powered performance. https://linktr.ee/intuity_performance?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1809c076-de55-431f-9640-1d8abca81c91

In this episode of The Leadership Loading Podcast, host Jason McClaren chats with Shel Horowitz from Going Beyond Sustainability. Shel shares his incredible journey from grassroots activism—where he led a movement that stopped a 40-luxury-home project in just 13 months—to becoming a leading voice in green leadership and ethical business.Key Topics Covered:How Shel's "Save the Mountain" campaign sparked his career in sustainable businessThe surprising intersection of profitability and environmental/social goodWhy going green isn't just about ethics—it's also a smart business strategyTop tips for new leaders to integrate green practices in their companiesHow to engage employees in sustainability initiatives and foster innovation

"Breathe New Life into Your Business: Adding Air Duct Cleaning for Profit & Growth"In this episode, host Clinton James sits down with Bobby Thomas of Extreme Services to explore why air duct cleaning is one of the smartest add-ons for restoration companies looking to boost profits and stabilize cash flow. Discover how this high-demand service not only complements restoration work but also generates immediate revenue without dealing with the headaches of insurance claims.Bobby shares how his company successfully integrated air duct cleaning, the key equipment and certifications required, and how to market this service effectively. You'll also learn how to overcome common pitfalls, cross-sell to existing customers, and keep your crews busy during slow periods. If you're ready to elevate your restoration business and tap into a lucrative service line, this episode is a must-listen.Key Takeaways:Why air duct cleaning is a natural fit for restoration companiesHow to get started with minimal investmentEffective pricing strategies for high-margin jobsMarketing tips to build trust and close more dealsIf you're interested in learning how Water Restoration Marketing can help you grow your business like discussed in this episode, book a free strategy session with our team today!https://www.waterrestorationmarketing.net/schedule

Welcome to the latest episode of the FocusCore podcast. This week we are talking with Sanae Endo, a seasoned HR professional, coach, and engagement consultant with a wealth of experience spanning over two decades. Join Sanae and host David Sweet as we dive into her journey, explore the trends shaping HR in Japan and beyond, and gain valuable insight into creating thriving, inclusive organizational cultures.In this episode you will hear:Pivotal moments that shaped Sanae's career in HRHow to have more inclusive communication as a leaderThe challenges of implementing DEI initiatives in multinational companiesHow you can drive change within your organizationThe impact of AI on HR, now and in the futureAbout Sanae Endo:Sanae Endo is a seasoned HR professional, coach, and engagement consultant with a wealth of experience spanning over two decades.Her expertise encompasses executive coaching, union negotiation, recruitment, and training, global leadership, public relations, and strategic HR management. She has been a pivotal figure in driving organizational improvement across various industries. Throughout her illustrious career, Sanae has held key positions in some of the world's leading companies. She served as the Japan Country HR Manager at Caterpillar, HR Business Partner at Coca-Cola East, HR VP at Hitachi-Johnson Controls Air Conditioning, General Manager of HR Talent at AXA Life, HR Senior Director at Gap, HR Director at Estée Lauder, and currently she is the VP of Communication and Engagement Officer at SkyDrive. Sanae holds an MBA from the University of Wales, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from San Francisco State University. She is also a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and a Hogan Certified Assessor.Connect with Sanae Endo:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sanae-endo-026275110Connect with David Sweet:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavidsweet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/focuscorejp Facebook: :https://www.facebook.com/focuscoreasiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/focuscorejp/ Website: https://www.japan.focuscoregroup.com/ “Doin' the Uptown Lowdown,” used by permission of Christopher Davis-Shannon. To find out more, check out www.thetinman.co. Support independent musicians and artists.

Register for the webinars:Search Investor Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4cvUOwVOvercoming Common Deal Sticking Points - https://bit.ly/4cD9z17How (and Why) to Choose a Franchise as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - https://bit.ly/3LpQEuKHow Adam Markley evaluated thousands of businesses for sale and bought a handful of his own (6 in his portfolio today).Topics in Adam's interview:Using online courses to teach business acquisitionSBA loans vs. seller notesRaising your potential with partnershipsHis holdco of 6 diverse companiesHow acquisitions in the UK and US differPower of personalized outreach2 main tracks to business acquisitionAn operating partner who emptied the bank accountsWorking in a medical staffing agency before buying itLooking at both on and off-market businessesReferences and how to contact Adam:LinkedInTwitteramarkley@proxcapitalgroup.comPROX Capital GroupAdam's fractional CFO firm, Veracity CFOTato Corcoran's episodeLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:The Acquisition LabWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter

In this episode of Alpine Intel's The Savvy Adjuster Podcast, host Chris Nichols discusses CAT property claims and assessments with Alpine Intel Technical Education Trainer Kevin Huelsman and Donan Principal Engineer John Miller. What qualifies as a catastrophe, and who defines it? How can carriers make sure they're ready to handle the claim volume that comes with these events – and that their assessment partners are, too? Get these answers and more to help adjusters handle a heavy influx of claims due to catastrophic events like tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods in this episode.Discussed in this EpisodeCAT classification for insurance carriers and assessment companiesHow carriers and adjusters can prepare for CAT claimsWhat makes an efficient assessment vendor in high volume timesHow CAT assessments differ from everyday property claims and how engineers should trainReal examples of CAT insurance investigations Additional ResourcesAbout Alpine Intel:  https://bit.ly/3wXbEFxAlpine Intel Resource Page: https://bit.ly/4c4vEF6Additional CAT Resources:Article: How Donan's CAT Team Rises to the Demand of Catastrophic Perils: https://bit.ly/4e8Lkc4 Case Study: Hurricane Residential Claim: https://bit.ly/3X7BwZVWebinar Registration: Tornado Damage to Residential Structures: https://bit.ly/458l91a

Have you ever ignored your doctor's advice? Most doctors enter the medical field with noble intentions, but are unaware of the systemic corruption and profit driven nature of the industry. The hard economic truth is that nearly every institution that impacts your health makes more money by managing chronic disease than by curing patients. The pharmaceutical industry has influenced medical research and treatment, leading to a focus on recurring revenue through chronic medication and intervention over prevention. As a result, many doctors feel trapped inside a broken system. Modern healthcare isn't working because it focuses on treating symptoms, rather than addressing the root cause of metabolic dysfunction, which can be caused by three physiological processes, mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress. To explore these subjects and more, we're here today with Casey Means, MD, a Stanford trained physician, co-founder of Levels, a health technology company with the mission of reversing the world's metabolic health crisis, and the bestselling author of the new book on metabolic health called “Good Energy.” In this episode, we chat about: How metabolic dysfunction affects various cell types in the body, leading to diverse symptoms and diseasesWhy it's a problem that nutrition science is funded largely by food manufacturers, and healthcare research is funded by pharmaceutical companiesHow the complexity and confusion surrounding health and wellness is intentional as it creates a need for external experts and productsWhy the profit-driven healthcare system prioritizes managing chronic diseases over curing them leading to widespread metabolic dysfunction and premature mortalityHow to optimize your metabolic function with simple and inexpensive lifestyle strategiesAnd much more…Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-casey-means-solving-for-the-root-cause-of-the-metabolic-health-crisis/Learn more and grab your very own copy the new book "Good Energy" by Dr. Casey Means at https://www.caseymeans.com/goodenergyJoin The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Have you ever ignored your doctor's advice? Most doctors enter the medical field with noble intentions, but are unaware of the systemic corruption and profit driven nature of the industry. The hard economic truth is that nearly every institution that impacts your health makes more money by managing chronic disease than by curing patients. The pharmaceutical industry has influenced medical research and treatment, leading to a focus on recurring revenue through chronic medication and intervention over prevention. As a result, many doctors feel trapped inside a broken system. Modern healthcare isn't working because it focuses on treating symptoms, rather than addressing the root cause of metabolic dysfunction, which can be caused by three physiological processes, mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress. To explore these subjects and more, we're here today with Casey Means, MD, a Stanford trained physician, co-founder of Levels, a health technology company with the mission of reversing the world's metabolic health crisis, and the bestselling author of the new book on metabolic health called “Good Energy.” In this episode, we chat about: How metabolic dysfunction affects various cell types in the body, leading to diverse symptoms and diseasesWhy it's a problem that nutrition science is funded largely by food manufacturers, and healthcare research is funded by pharmaceutical companiesHow the complexity and confusion surrounding health and wellness is intentional as it creates a need for external experts and productsWhy the profit-driven healthcare system prioritizes managing chronic diseases over curing them leading to widespread metabolic dysfunction and premature mortalityHow to optimize your metabolic function with simple and inexpensive lifestyle strategiesAnd much more…Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-casey-means-solving-for-the-root-cause-of-the-metabolic-health-crisis/Learn more and grab your very own copy the new book "Good Energy" by Dr. Casey Means at https://www.caseymeans.com/goodenergyJoin The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Taavet Hinrikus is a partner at Plural, a VC investing in founders on a mission to change the world through technology. He co-founded the legendary Estonian unicorn Wise (initially TransferWise) in 2010, where he was CEO and later Chairman. Wise went public in the first-ever direct listing in Europe in 2021. Prior to that, Taavet was Skype's Director of Strategy until 2008, starting as its first employee. He's been an active investor supporting more than 100 companies globally. More recently he co-founded Jōhvi Coding School to help increase the number of people with coding skills in Estonia. On this episode we talk about:Early challenges and scrappy marketing strategies at WiseBuilding trust for a Fintech startupHow the Wise culture shapes the next generation of entrepreneursWhat sets successful entrepreneurs apartDealing with stress and pressureTaavet's investment principlesThe mission of Plural and learnings from investing in 100+ companiesHow to navigate the current fundraising environment==Find all episodes on >  https://www.pursuitofscrappiness.co/Watch select full-length episodes on our YouTube channel > https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP6ueaLnjS-CQfrMCm2EoTAConnect with us on Linkedin > https://www.linkedin.com/company/pursuit-of-scrappiness/===============This episode is brought to you in collaboration with our supporters of the show - SAMSUNG and their new AI enabled Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphone!Take your productivity & creativity to the next level with Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. Find out more at https://www.samsung.com/lv/smartphones/galaxy-s24-ultra/

Professor Scott Galloway (aka Prof G) is a professor at the New York University Stern School of Business and host of some of the world's biggest podcasts - The Prof G Pod and Pivot. Today, he joins us to discuss how he made his money, how we invests today and his new book: The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for SuccessIn this conversation, we unpack:His early life, including founding 9 (yes, 9!) different companiesHow he made his money and what he attributes the success of those companies toThe components of the algebra of wealthHow you know when you're rich Why Scott has a contrarian take on the advice to 'follow your passion'How Scott believes young people should invest today (and how they shouldn't)Scott's view on property as an investment Why Taylor Swift is the ultimate female role model The crisis of young men and what should be done about it Scott's view on alcohol, why he quit, and why he's drinking againResources discussed: Pick up Scott's new book: The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for SuccessPick up our books: Get Started Investing and Don't Stress, Just InvestWant to ask a question or join us on the podcast, hit us up via our website. —------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Highlights With Raj JanaWhat led him to do the work he does now after running successful companiesHow he learned he didn't really know how to love himselfWhat happened when he tried hypnotherapy, and what it led toThe nervous system is like the soil of the body from where everything else growsUnderstanding nervous system health and how to improve itHow to learn to develop a healthy relationship with your emotionsWhat emotional triggers are and how to turn them into treasures How to use emotional lab reports to find the tools that will work best for youTools for regulating the nervous systemHow to build a healthy relationship with your emotions and your thoughtsWhat parts work is and how to use it Resources We MentionLiber8Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins, MD

David, meet Goliath.In this episode, digital health veteran Stuart Green (SVP and General Manager of the Life Science Business at Veridigm) shares all the secrets of what large incumbents want when working with startups. Stuart offers great insights and advice to founders looking to sell to, partner with, or get acquired by the Goliaths of healthcare.We cover:Understanding the unmet needs of large healthcare companiesHow to best position your company to incumbents for sales, partnerships, or M&AThe role data plays in the pharmaceutical industry, and how this has evolvedImproving the EHR experience for physicians and making it more efficient and user-friendlyFollow Stuart Green on XLearn more about VeradigmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summary:Kathi Enderes is the Senior Vice President of Research and Global Industry Analyst at The Josh Bersin Company. She brings insight from some of their recent research concerning the labor shortage and what can possibly be done to help close the gap.In this episode, Kathi talks about the current state of HR and what she expects to change in the next two years especially in regard to AI and how it can enable skills-based workforce planning.Chapters:[0:00 - 3:55] IntroductionWelcome, Kathi!Today's Topic: How AI Enables Skills-Based Workforce Planning[3:56 - 16:00] Looking back at 2023AI turned the world of HR (and the world of business) upside downIndustries are converging and many companies are effectively becoming tech companiesHow career frameworks and re-skilling can steer companies away from massive layoffs[16:01 - 32:14] How can AI help with skills-based workforce planning?AI is and will be far better at analyzing vast databases of information, which can help identify opportunities more quicklyHR's increased complexity over the last few years drives the need for AI to take over low-value tasks[32:15 - 42:56] Will AI increase the speed of work and employee burnout?How we burden ourselves with work and how we can avoid burnoutThere will still be areas of work that we simply can't automate[42:57 - 43:52] ClosingThanks for listening!Quotes:“One big theme that we see for [the coming years] is: how can HR operate in a more integrated way? ”“I think a lot of companies are waking up to the fact that they need to do much more agile and dynamic workforce planning.”Resources:Research from The Josh Bersin CompanyContact:Kathi's LinkedInDavid's LinkedInPodcast Manger: Karissa HarrisEmail us!Production by Affogato Media

How to NOT get wrecked by Insurance Companies with David MelzerEpisode 163Have you ever felt shortchanged by an insurance claim on your property? You are not alone!Joining Mike and Dan today on Collecting Keys Podcast is David Melzer, a public insurance adjuster with expertise in advocating for property owners as they battle insurance companies for a better payout. He explains the role of public adjusters and the complexities of insurance claims, including why many insurance companies give lowball estimates and mistakes policy holders make when dealing with insurance companies.Having previously worked for insurance companies, David has a unique perspective on the claims process that can help you navigate the challenges of insurance claims. For example, he shares why claims can be so difficult to get resolved and changes in the industry that may impact you.This episode is a must-listen for anyone with insurance, but especially real estate investors. Tune in to learn how a public adjuster can help you get more money on your next claim!Topics discussed in this episode:The role of public insurance adjustersWhy insurance companies give such lowball estimatesChallenges in the insurance claims processDos and don'ts of dealing with insurance companiesHow to vet potential public adjustersWhy insurance companies are leaving some statesDavid's crazy experience with property managementThe benefits of hiring a public adjusterLearn more about David's company, Property Claims Consultant: https://propertyclaimsconsultant.com/Connect with David Melzer:https://www.instagram.com/Propertyclaimsconsultant/https://www.facebook.com/david.melzer.16https://www.yelp.com/biz/property-claims-consultant-encinitas-6Learn how to start your own real estate investing business in the NEW Accelerator program! Sign up for one of 10 spots here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/launchIf you're an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeCheck out the NEW Big Dan Energy shirt (and more!) in the Collecting Keys Merch Store: https://store.collectingkeyspodcast.com/Download the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/https://www.instantinvestorprogram.com/https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/

Today's guest is one of the most respected thought leaders in the HR and HRTech space. Josh Bersin's name is synomous with HR thought leadership. He first started covering the space in 2001 before selling Bersin & Associates to Deloitte in 2012. His current namesake company, The Josh Bersin Company, hosts the popular annual conference Irresistible and is a prolific publisher of content related to the future of work, talent management, corporate learning, and leadership.Josh is also the author of the popular book Irresistible: The Seven Secrets of the World's Most Enduring, Employee-Focused Organizations, which was published in 2022. Oh, and he also hosts a great podcast. I always enjoy his candid commentary on HRTech.Listen and learn...The single employee behavior that most impacts productivityWhat people practice surprised Josh most about what distinguishes leading from lagging companiesHow "taking care of people" saved many companies during the pandemicThe HRTech innovation that improves the employee experience mostWhy employees took back power from employers... and insisted on better toolsWhere are there opportunities to innovate in HRTechHow AI "meets people in the flow of work"How talent intelligence is assisting HR leadersWhy employees shouldn't feel threatened by AIWhy what Josh calls "organizational ingenuity" is more important than having the best tech skillsThe future of work, according to JoshReferences in this episode...Mark McCrindle on AI and the Future of WorkDr. John Boudreau on AI and the Future of WorkGary Bolles on AI and the Future of WorkJosh's book IrresistibleJosh's podcastWhy are LLMs getting dumber?

Esther Blázquez Blanco works with leaders, teams, and organizations crafting businesses that speak human. She does this by revealing the human connection and the emotional intimacy that exists in life. She works as a Company Culture and Leadership Consultant, Speaker, Executive Coach, and systemic Facilitator.  Esther helps companies find the truth behind the role and develop the relationship between the human and the company, and grow--or scale--in peace. Her vision is human, spiritual, simple, and direct. Esther is a journalist with a background in Innovation, Project Management, and fast-growing Startups. She has also dedicated part of her life to the study and teaching of meditation, performance, and personal growth.In this episode, we talk about: How Esther's brother taught her what a true leader isHer experience of personal transformationReframing business competitors as sources of wisdom What a beautiful workplace culture looks likeOn a beautiful transformation Esther helped facilitateHow consultants can help create beautiful companiesHow everyone is called to be a leaderTo learn more about Esther's work, you can find her at: https://www.estherblazquez.com/ Support the show

In this episode of Time For a Reset: The Marketing Podcast with Global Leaders, Nick King, Global Practices Lead at CvE,  sits down with Tom Langley, Head of Personalisation and Retail Media at John Lewis Partnership. The John Lewis Partnership is the UK's largest employee-owned business and the parent company of two legacy brands - John Lewis and Waitrose. For over 90 years, the Partnership has operated as a force for good with the core objective of developing fair and sustainable relationship with all stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and communities. The engaging discussion covers Tom's role in creating new data-led customer propositions and capabilities for the group's brands and the need to press the reset button to prioritise marketing and brand building in retail organisations. Tom also highlights the importance of data and technology in personalisation efforts and how it can simplify the marketers' job by automating routine tasks.  The conversation also covers privacy and data protection and the Partnership's sustainability drive. You can also get an excellent overview of the main highlights and discussion points by reading our blog piece of the episode.Join them as they discuss: The role of marketing  and brand building at the the board level of retail companiesHow invested are  senior marketers with the technology stackUsing AI and ML-driven data science to deliver value exchangesWalking the thin line between personalisation and customer data privacyA beyond the horizon look into the role of retail media Overcoming the challenge of measuring the ROI of retail mediaSustainability  as a part of the Partnership's DNAAdvice for young marketing professionals As Head of Personalisation and Retail Media at the Partnership, Tom's role focuses on evolving and scaling the retail media services of the brand for the benefit of its customers, advertisers and the Partnership.  Prior to joining the Partnership, Tom spent 15 years at Dunnhumby, working with Tesco and other retailers around the world to design and build their retail media businesses. Tom is a passionate and energetic business leader with extensive experience in digital marketing and E-Commerce at Retail and FMCG brands. He is adept at dealing with complex and innovative data sources and using customer data science to understand and improve shopper experience.The full transcript is available here.Support the show

Will Lough, manager of R&M Global Sustainable Opportunities, tells us more about the newly launched fund. We touch on the coexistence of value investing and sustainability, emphasising the importance of defining these concepts broadly rather than in narrow terms. Will explains how sustainability is evaluated through three pillars: people, innovation, and the environment, with varying importance depending on the business model. In the second half of the interview we cover global smaller companies and Japanese equities as a current focus for the fund, highlighting two examples: Nikon and Baker Hughes. What's covered in this episode: An overview of the R&M Global Sustainable Opportunities fundWhy the fund has a bias towards smaller companiesHow value investing and sustainability can work hand in handThe three pillars of sustainability in the fundThe importance of valuations when looking at companiesThe types of companies the fund excludesWhy the manager is taking a more contrarian positionThe appeal of global smaller companies todayWhy the fund has a growing interest in Japanese equitiesHow the fund has been engaging with Japanese companies for positive changeThe investment case for NikonThe sustainability case for energy company Baker Hughes More about the fund: R&M Global Sustainable Opportunities is a high conviction, value-orientated fund, that invests in companies of all sizes. It offers a real alternative to the average global sustainable fund, which usually comes with a large-cap growth style tilt. The fund's favoured area is finding undervalued quality businesses. Its key sustainability objective is aligning with net zero by 2050.Learn more on fundcalibre.comPlease remember, we've been discussing individual companies to bring investing to life for you. It's not a recommendation to buy or sell. The fund may or may not still hold these companies at the time of listening. Elite Ratings are based on FundCalibre's research methodology and are the opinion of FundCalibre's research team only.

Opportunities abound for technology companies, but in such a dynamic industry, how can business leaders navigate risk and plan for continued success? In this episode of The Wrap, our hosts are joined by two of Warren Averett's technology industry experts, Larry Pirkle, CPA, and Yogesh Patel, CPA, CFE, to discuss the challenges and opportunities affecting business leaders in the tech space. Listen in to learn more about raising capital and growing revenue, finding employees with up-to-date experience and protecting customer data.  In this episode, you'll hear: Discussion about raising capital and the impact rising interest rates are having on valuationsAdvice for growing revenue and investing funds back into the businessInsight about the importance of product development for tech companiesHow the advancements in AI are affecting the search for experienced developersInformation about SOC reports and whether they are a worthwhile expense Resources for additional information:Podcast: Episode 014 – Your Team's Work Makes Your Dreams Work (Recruiting and Retaining Employees)Podcast: Episode 039 – Why is SOC Reporting Important to Service Provider Businesses? Blog: Every Financially Strong SaaS Business Model Embraces These 4 Vital ElementsBlog: Four Ways Technology Companies Can Weather a Recession or Economic DownturnBlog: What is a SOC Report? (And Other Questions Answered About Your Internal Controls)Blog: Five Key Considerations for Growth-Stage FintechsBlog: Guide for Software Companies Being Acquired by Private Equity

In this episode I caught up with Mireya Perez, host of the Brand the Interpreter podcast and our podcast ad swap partner until year end.  Mireya Pérez began her career as a certified medical interpreter and has since gained over a decade of experience breaking down language barriers in healthcare and education. After honing her skills as a medical interpreter in both a general and children's hospital, Mireya spent nearly a decade as a staff interpreter in a K-12 public education school district, where she championed the vital role of trained interpreters in education. Today, Mireya is the proud creator and host of the Brand the Interpreter podcast, where she shares the stories and perspectives of language professionals from around the world. With a Master's degree in Communications and a passion for topics like creativity, personal branding, and strategic communication management within the interpreting industry, Mireya is committed to continue elevating the voices and stories of language professionals worldwide.Here's a roundup of what we discussed:Mireya's career starting out as a medical interpreter in hospitalsHer move sideways into specialist education interpretingMireya's rationale for transitioning her career into full time podcastingThe importance of staying on your toes in regard to context and terminologyInterpreter training for universities and companiesHow personal branding supports T&I prosThe impact of AI on community interpretingHow storytelling can help us connect to our audiencesPlease enjoy!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2025705/episodes/13462281Buy our e-book: How to Find More Direct Clients Thrive as a Premium Freelance Translator in Your Niche and Futureproof Your Career

The healthcare technology sector has witnessed astonishing growth in investments, skyrocketing from $3 billion pre-pandemic to $29 billion in 2021. Michael Greeley brings invaluable insights to the show as the co-founder and general partner of Flare Capital Partners, a pioneering venture capital firm dedicated to healthcare technology.Before Flare, Greeley was the founding general partner of Flybridge Capital Partners. Earlier in his career, he was with Polaris Partners, and also held positions at GCC Investments, Wasserstein Perella & Co., and Morgan Stanley & Co.  In this episode, Hercules Capital's Katie Segien is joined by Michael Greeley to discuss his experience as an early pioneer in health tech investments, the remarkable growth and challenges of healthcare technology, the impact of AI on healthcare programs and services, and much more.Topics Include:Michael's experience as an early pioneer in health tech investmentsLiquidity and scaling challenges for healthcare tech companiesHow to create a more sustainable business model in this spaceWhat Michael looks for when building out his portfolio companiesAI's impact on healthcare programs and servicesThe Flare Scholars programFuture challenges and possibilities in the healthcare sectorAnd other topics…Michael Greeley is a co-founder and general partner at Flare Capital Partners. Before co-founding Flare in 2014, he focused on emerging growth company financings as the founding general partner of Flybridge Capital Partners. Earlier, he held positions with Polaris Partners, GCC Investments, Wasserstein Perella & Co., and Morgan Stanley & Co. Greeley sits on dozens of boards and authors the blog On the Flying Bridge.Greeley received a BA with honors in chemistry from Williams College and an MBA from Harvard Business School. While he considers himself a New Yorker, he grew up in Hong Kong and currently resides in Boston. Resources Mentioned:Flare Capital Partners: https://www.flarecapital.com/ Michael Greeley's blog: https://ontheflyingbridge.wordpress.com/ Flare Capital Scholars Program: https://www.flarecapital.com/flare-capital-scholar-application 

Sales is not a "one-size-fits-all" profession. The problems sales professionals face are wide ranging and cover all sorts of topics: prospecting, discovery, prospect relationships, and more.We launched Sales Support to help you get answers to your sales challenges.Call  +1 (303) 578-8581 to get your question answered... and maybe even featured in a future Sales Support episode!In this kickoff episode of Sales Support, join our sales experts as they break down answers to real questions such as LinkedIn prospecting plans, outbound sales strategies, and when to know if rescheduling that demo is appropriate or not, and more.Listen in as we answer questions and discuss:What are the next steps after a prospect accepts a LinkedIn request? Send a thank you message? Interact with their content? Ignore it altogether? What should your tone ideally be?How to approach rescheduling a meeting or demo with a client, when it's appropriate, and potential condensed plans if a reschedule or shortened time is needed.Why cold calling might work (and might not) to different personas in technology companiesHow to navigate a scenario where your employer doesn't support you properly with the technology and tools needed to succeed.Again, if you have a sales challenge and you want a sales expert to answer your question, then call today: +1 (303) 578-8581Follow our illustrious team of sales experts from today's episode:Melissa Gaglione on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagaglione/Saad Khan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saad-khan-73329013b/Caspian Lewke on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caspian-lewke/Morgan Smith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganjsmith/Liked what you heard today? Join the 1Up Club to power up your prospecting. Get access to power plays, special briefings, and even DIY enablement docs that help you prospect better. Learn more at b2bpowerhour.com/join.

You've started building trust with a prospect, they're loaded and ready to go in Hubspot, but months later despite calls, emails, and LinkedIn post tags, you never hear from them again.Are your buyers ghosts or just ghosting you?In this episode of the B2B Power Hour, Morgan and Nick shine a light on why your buyers are ignoring you, and how you can avoid buyer rigor mortis from the beginning to the end of your deal.Listen in as we discuss:Three major reasons why your buyers aren't buying from youWhy generally accepted sales strategies such as "buzzword soup" and upselling a customers painful problem from a product to a package won't develop the clarity and trust that your buyer is craving when approaching you about your product.How to clearly position yourself to compete with similar products and companiesHow empathy over persistence will help build the trust you need with your buyer to keep them engaged in the deal. Your buyer is risking something by getting involved with this product whether its their reputation at their company or the money they're investing to solve their issue, they need to know that you as a seller are truly helping rather than trying to skim a buck.Follow Morgan Smith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganjsmith/Follow Nicholas Thickett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasthickett/Join the 1Up Club to power up your prospecting. Get access to power plays, special briefings, and even DIY enablement docs that help you prospect better. Learn more at b2bpowerhour.com/join.

What is the best way to motivate and drive individual performance?How can we redesign performance management to be more effective?My guest on this episode is Tami Rosen, Chief People Officer at PagayaDuring our conversation Tami and I discuss: Why she thinks of her career in four phases and why you should tooWhat she learned being the first Chief People Officer at three different companiesHow she has replaced performance management with a “continuous learning cycle” that focuses on learning from successes and failuresHow being open to receiving feedback can positively impacted your careerWhy she believes we have changed “where” we work, but not “how” we workConnecting with Tami Rosen:Connect with Tami Rosen on LinkedIn

Big, new developments are happening in women's health thanks to FemTech. From menopause apps to female pelvic floor exercise devices, there are many technology startups today that are revolutionizing healthcare for women in the future.In this episode, Georgie Kovacs, host of Fempower Health, shares some of the biggest takeaways after attending the FemTech Consumer Innovation Summit. Listen to hear the biggest trends and solutions coming to market thanks to women's health experts and FemTech industry leaders. If you'd like to share your thoughts about FemTech news, companies, or products, send us a message: info@fempower-health.com.Discussed in this episode:What is the current state of women's health? Diversity in clinical trials and medical research Psychological impacts of being detached from sexual health The promotion of reproductive wellness ads and disparities among gender audiencesFunding of female startup companiesHow can women know what technology products to trust?Clinician and Telehealth provider shortages Companies offering at-home support Join the conversation “There is great data out there. It's up to us, as women, to ask the right questions [at our doctor appointments].” - Georgie KovacsRelated to this episode:FemTech Consumer Innovation Summit: www.kisacoresearch.com/events/femtechconsumerinnovation Mentioned Episode: Fighting for Intimacy Justice & Women's Sexual Health Online | Jackie RotmanMentioned Episode: At-Home Pelvic Floor Exercisers | Dr. Allyson ShrikhandeMentioned Episode: Vaginal Microbiome Science | Dr. Bath DuPriestBrows Books by Our Guests in the Fempower Health Bookshop . Find resources on topics such as anatomy, sexual health, pelvic health.If you want to support this women's health podcast, leave a review for Fempower Health on iTunes or Spotify.Spread the awareness and share this episode with someone you know!Support and connect with our women's health community:Subscribe to the Fempower Health Podcast for new episodes every TuesdayVisit us online at www.fempower-health.com Sign up for our weekly newsletter for the latest announcements, news, and researchFollow us on Instagram,

Ian Mortimer, co-manager of the Guinness Global Innovators fund, shares how the fund identifies and profits from innovative and disruptive companies, emphasising the importance of sustainable growth and the need to avoid getting caught up in the hype. We also cover the benefits and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence, the Metaverse, and the payments and FinTech sector. Ian provides examples of companies within these various themes and discusses the long-term outlook for investing in innovative companies, highlighting the challenges faced in the past 18 months. What's covered in this episode: How investors can make money from innovative companiesHow markets reacted to ChatGPTThe performance of artificial intelligence stocks versus the benchmarkThe potential benefits of artificial intelligence Why investors shouldn't necessarily buy into the whole AI storyThe recent profitability of Meta Why the Metaverse looks attractiveHow demographics have influenced the FinTech marketHow AI could influence financial dataInnovation doesn't necessarily mean the smallest companiesHow interest rates impacted innovative companiesThe positive outlook for quality growth More about the fund: The Guinness Global Innovators fund focuses on innovative and disruptive companies and has identified nine key innovation themes. These themes are advanced healthcare; artificial intelligence and big data; clean energy and sustainability; cloud computing; internet, media and entertainment; mobile technology and the internet of things; next generation consumer; payments and FinTech; robotics and automation. The fund will naturally have a heavy bias in favour of the growth style of investing. Learn more on fundcalibre.comPlease remember, we've been discussing individual companies to bring investing to life for you. It's not a recommendation to buy or sell. The fund may or may not still hold these companies at the time of listening. Elite Ratings are based on FundCalibre's research methodology and are the opinion of FundCalibre's research team only.

If you're looking for the ultimate formula to maximize scalability and growth opportunities, look no further.Join hosts Tommie, Tie, and Kai as they dish out insane insights and actionable strategies that will revolutionize your approach to business growth, regardless of your funding status. They also share secrets to unlocking cheap capital, subscription models, entering new channels, how you can gain a competitive edge by exposing yourself to groundbreaking ideas and tactics, and invaluable advice on what investors are truly seeking in a company. Additionally, they debunk the myth that funded early stage e-commerce brands have an automatic advantage over bootstrapping companies when it comes to scalability. Positioning yourself to be truly scalable means exploring investment and potential exit opportunities. This discussion will give you a completely different perspective on what your next steps in business should be to get there and be prepared.In this episode, you'll learn:Why funded early stage e-commerce brands are not necessarily in a better position for scalability than bootstrapping companiesHow and where you can start getting cheaper capital soonerWhy exposing yourself to new ideas and tactics is critical for business growthWhat adapting a subscription model can do for your brandAn insanely simple hack for generating data and ideas for your next consumable productHow many distribution channels you should have at minimumWhat OPEX is and what percentage yours should ideally be at What investors are looking for in your brandBe sure to check out the next episode of Scaling Uncensored and follow on social media for even more exclusive e-commerce game.For full show notes head to: nextlevelambitions.com/episode11Resources:Apply for the Next Level Ambitions MastermindWhere We Can Connect:Follow Us on FacebookFollow Us on InstagramCheck Out Our WebsiteCheck Out Our Other Ecommerce Marketing PodcastsIf you're enjoying this podcast we encourage you to please leave a review, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it and hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out on any future episodes! Click here to subscribe on Apple Podcasts

In this episode Nick and Steven chat with Neil Mcleod from property partners about EPC related topics. The importance of EPC rating these days, how to achieve a good rating and what the future of heating and energy performance in the rental sector looks like. Spanning EPC between two trading companiesHow prominent EPC rating has become in recent years Why do we need an EPC ratingTenanted properties need to be EPC rating C by 2025Improvements needed to bring properties up to standard The importance of engaging with EPC assessor at the start of refurb processStorage vs electric panel heating Aiming to get rid of gas by 2030Can you get your monies worth out of a new boiler these days?Heat pumps may not be the answer focusing on insulation first The impact of renewables on the ratingCheck out the full video on our youtube channel!Follow Neil Mcleod:Instagram: @neilmcleodpropertypartnersWebsite: propertypartners.scot**DISCLAIMER**Please do your own due diligence on any of our guests you may decide to do business with. We interview in good faith. However, we cannot be held responsible for any credibility issues that may arise.

Data analytics has become essential for writing and publishing books in today's digital era, so listen in as we chat with Christina Inge about the significance of gathering relevant information in your book-writing process. Listen until the end to optimize your marketing strategies and make data-driven decisions that lead to success.Key Takeaways from This EpisodeVarious methods of utilizing data to boost a publishing company's catalogThe impact of making data-driven decisions as a marketerFree and reliable data sources and how to maximize their marketing value Reasons why you don't need to buy information from data-curation companiesHow data can make your book more relevant and sellablePractical advice to help authors succeed in the writing industryResources Mentioned in this episodeMarketing Metrics by Christina Inge | Kindle, Hardcover, and PaperbackGoogle AnalyticsGoogle Search ConsoleInstagramNewsletterUbersuggest: Free Keyword Research ToolAnswerThePublicHootsuiteTwitterGoogleMarketing Analytics by Christina J. Inge | PaperbackAbout Christina IngeChristina Inge has two decades of experience leading digital strategy and managing complex marketing technology projects. She specializes in articulating effective, efficient digital strategies for organizations using the latest channels to drive results. She is the founder of Sleek Marketing, which offers hands-on education on digital marketing in the Boston area. She is the author of Marketing Metrics and Fundamentals of Marketing Analytics.Christina served on the board of the American Marketing Association as vice president of social media throughout much of the 2000s. She is a frequent and sought-after speaker on web analytics, content strategy, and SEO. She has worked with well-established brands such as Nissan, Smithsonian, and Pega Systems, as well as a range of startups and nonprofits. Christina has won numerous awards for her work, including the Social Media Society Social Media Stars award, as well as the FutureM Future of Marketing award. She has been a Mass challenge mentor and has served on the board of the IEEE Entrepreneur's Network.Christina holds a BA in English from the University of...

Techish is back with another episode!  Michael with Producer Olivia break down:What happened at Silicon Valley BankWhy the collapse is significant for tech companiesHow this impacts the banking ecosystem—————————————————————This episode is sponsored by Hubspot:Learn how Hubspot can help your business grow better at https://www.hubspot.comExplore the iDigress Podcast:http://idigress.show————————————————————Use the hashtag #Techish on Twitter & IGSupport Techish at https://www.patreon.com/techishAdvertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2————————————————————Stay In Touch:https://www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_https://www.twitter.com/abadesihttps://www.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivehttps://twitter.com/techishpodEmail us at techishpod@gmail.com

What does 2023 have in store for the residential real estate market?We've all seen the headlines about inflation, recession, and labor shortages. But we wanted to dive deeper into the top trends, challenges, and opportunities for the year ahead. That's why we surveyed nearly 5,000 property management employees for the 2023 AppFolio Property Manager Benchmark Report to hear their thoughts on property management in the year ahead. To get a closer look at the findings and get his expert insights on what's in store for property management this year, we welcomed Dror Poleg, Economic Historian, speaker, and author of the book, Rethinking Real Estate: A Roadmap to Technology's Impact on the World's Largest Asset Class, to The Top Floor podcast.Key Points:How the remote work trend impacts property managementWhy we're seeing a convergence between hospitality and multifamilyFinding meaning in property managementThe top property management industry risks and challenges in 2023Opportunities ahead for property management companiesHow to improve company culture How tech can maximize resources and improve employee happinessKey Links:Dror's website: https://www.drorpoleg.com/Connect with Dror on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drorpoleg/2023 AppFolio Property Manager Benchmark Report: https://info.appfolio.com/APM-CD-ASSET-2023BenchmarkReport_etb_content_download_form_lp.html

Today we welcome back Certified Financial Planner, Mark Willis, to explain how you can have full control over the money you invest. Mark discusses some financial tools you can use that are tax free, don't rely on the volatile stock market, and offer cash outs at whatever age you need your money.In this episode, we talk about:Why the average way to diversify is not smart and full of risksThe crazy invasion of privacy from the IRSAll the cons to typical investment vehicles, like the 401KWhere the real wealth comes from in owning real estateComparing traditional whole life insurance policies to a new type of whole life insurancePublicly traded insurance companies versus mutually owned insurance companiesHow you can have tax free access to money with baked in guaranteesThe steps Mark walks people through when helping them plan for the futureMentioned:Mark's SiteNot Your Average Financial PodcastLinks to Resources:Make more money, Save more time, Create a winning business - Join the Profit ClubJoin the Free Group - The Contractor Profit BlueprintTake Your Sales to The Next Level - Sales Accelerator FREE Profit Calculator Our WebsiteThe Discord Channel Facebook Page Instagram Help us get the word out to other contractors by leaving us a review or sharing our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's accelerated the growth of online healthcare device sales, and what's the future of regulation regarding selling used medical devices? In today's episode, we spoke with Scott Carson on the future of buying and selling used medical devices.Scott has been in healthcare marketing, business development, sales, and management experience for more than 30 years. He was on the team that built the eBay Healthcare Marketplace structure and founded US Medical, Inc., the first Internet distributor of new and pre-owned capital medical equipment to the healthcare industry. Although he started US Medical in his basement, it became a member of the Inc. 500 five years later. Listen to the episode to learn about what's accelerating the market for used medical devices, what the future of reprocessing used devices will look like, and what facilities already working towards reprocessing devices should be thinking about. Some of the highlights of this episode include:Why the medical devices may now be keeping up with online communitiesThe impact online medical devices sales has on regulatorsThe scope of medical healthcare devices on eBay vs. AlibabaThe path forward for early-stage manufacturing companiesHow manufacturers should think about the entire life cycle of devices, including resaleHow to think about the used market from a global standpointWhat practical regulation to curb the bad actors in the market would look likeMemorable quotes from Scott Carson:“Probably the single biggest accelerant was actually the pandemic.”“The entire worldwide community is completely flatfooted and stuck and not even aware what's occurring – in my view doesn't even understand what's occurring and how they're going to start to regulate this.”“eBay is mostly what we call – and you may know this phrase – spray and pray. Spray with Windex and pray that it works. And that is not a regulated process.”“I think manufacturers need to change their position and think about the profitability of maintaining and supporting that through the (online) channel and the life of the product in the (online) channel.”Links:Scott Carson LinkedInPowered by MRPEtienne Nichols LinkedInGreenlight Guru AcademyMedTech Excellence CommunityGreenlight Guru

This week, Heather Dreves will give us a better understanding of private money lending and how she stumbled across the real estate industry. Keep listening to learn more about the power of self-directed IRAs, Secured Investment Corp's guidelines, and opportunities for passive and active investors. This episode could make a big difference to your business, so check this out!WHAT TO LISTEN FORA basic guide on private money lendingThe importance of maximizing your self-directed IRAWhat makes Secured Investment Corp funds different from other private lending companiesHow crucial it is to do your due diligence as a passive investorWhy you should always think about your financesABOUT HEATHER DREVESHeather is the Director of Funding and Fund Manager of Secured Investment Corp. She started as an Investor Relations Manager in 2012. Since joining the leadership team, the company has experienced exponential growth, personally raising more than $300 million. She has been instrumental in developing relationships with investors and guiding them through the private money lending process.  She is a mother of two sons and an avid outdoor person spending most summer weekends at a lake cabin in Northern Idaho. She is also an avid CrossFit athlete and played college soccer, where she met her husband. She is passionate about her role, investors, and the success of the funds she manages.CONNECT WITH HEATHERWebsite: Secured Investment Corp https://securedinvestmentcorp.com/CONNECT WITH USTo learn more about investment opportunities, join the Cityside Capital Investor Club.Follow us on Facebook: Cityside Capital https://web.facebook.com/Citysidecap/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citysidecapital_tim_lyons/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-lyons-cityside-capital/Connect with us via Email: greg@citysidecap.com | tim@citysidecap.com

There is no denying that understanding various personality types helps reduce and resolve drama in the workplace, and any areas of life for that matter. Understanding how others are wired gives us major clues on how to interact with them and leads to empathy instead of frustration during times of conflict. With there being so many different personality quizzes out there, it can become overwhelming to know which ones to pay attention to, but the DISC framework is very easy to understand, and widely used in the workplace. Today's guest found a way to make these personality types even more interactive by bringing them to life and teaching others how to better communicate and foster an engaging culture. Merrick Rosenberg reinvented how people learn about themselves through the power of personality. He is the CEO of Take Flight Learning and author of five books about the Eagle, Parrot, Dove, and Owl styles, which you will learn about today. Merrick has worked with more than half of the Fortune 100 companies in the U.S. and around the world. Under Merrick's leadership as CEO of Take Flight Learning, his company has been selected as the New Jersey Business of the Year by NJ Biz Magazine and has repeatedly been named as one of the Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work in the Philadelphia area by the Philadelphia Business Journal.In this episode, Merrick explains the idea of the “platinum rule”, which is to treat others how they want to be treated, instead of how you want to be treated. This idea is crucial because not everyone engages the same way, and learning to communicate with others based on their personality helps us to better get our message across and reduce conflict. This idea isn't just applicable for leaders, but is also a very important concept for relationships in general whether it's with a partner or our kids. Merrick shares very exciting news about an upcoming project he has been working on, and you don't want to miss this one. Key highlights:How Merrick got into DISC personality traitsThe importance of communicating according to personality typesThe platinum rule: treat people how they want to be treatedWhy Merrick chose DISC personality type framework instead of others out thereMerrick's favorite results that he gets from training companiesHow does implementing the birds get rid of drama?The U.S. Presidents and their styles: which personality types win every election?The recent shift in common personality types of CEOsYour style doesn't determine your success but it does determine how you are going to go about being successfulWe need to understand people and their style instead of trying to change themMistakes Eric made before learning about the importance of personality stylesHow do you get in front of and sell to your ideal client?How Merrick landed a Tedx talkQuote from the episode:“Once we have awareness, we can change what we're doing.” - Merrick RosenbergConnect with Merrick Rosenberg:Website: merrickrosenberg.comTake the assessments: takeflightlearning.comTwitter: @MerrickRInstagram: @merrick_rosenbergFacebook: Merrick RosenbergYouTube: Take Flight LearningConnect with Eric:Be sure to connect with me in the Lead Sell Grow - The Human Experience Mastermind Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadsellgrow/Pick up your copy of B2B Sales Secrets HereLearn more about our services: www.TheGoalGuide.comImprove your sales and stay connected – Free Gifts Here https://shor.by/TheGoalGuide

Data privacy. The ever-changing landscape of collecting and sharing personal data is complex, with attitudes and regulations constantly being updated. So what's happening in politics right now that could affect ¾ of the world's data privacy rights? How are consumers reacting to all this? And why are customers struggling so much with compliance?In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Editor Matt Harris speaks to Neil Jones, Director of Cybersecurity Evangelism at Egnyte, to discuss: Data privacy in US vs. UKHow current events affect companiesHow the landscape will look in 10 years' time

If you're an Airbnb host with a small number of units, you may not think branding is all that important. But if you want to grow your STR business and enjoy long-term success, it's never too soon to upgrade from host to hospitality brand. On this episode of Get Paid for Your Pad, Eric and I sit down to discuss why it's so important for STR hosts to build a hospitality brand and how branding is born out of the vision of what you want to create. We walk you through the three key elements of a hospitality brand, weighing in on how branding informs every decision you make—down to the soap and toilet paper you choose for your STRs. Listen in to understand why a hospitality brand is so much more than a logo and learn how to take the first steps in branding your Airbnb business! Topics CoveredWhy we hired a creative director for Freewyld and what the role entailsThe 3 key elements of a hospitality brand—visuals, language and productThe power of thinking BIG and sharing the idea behind your brand with othersThe misconception that a brand is simply a name and a logoHow a brand is born out of the VISION of what you want to createHow branding informs every decision your make for your short-term rentalsWhat I love about some of my favorite hospitality brandsWhy it's a problem when the branding doesn't align with the guest experienceWhy branding is important for both big and small vacation rental companiesHow to start building a brand by creating a host vision map and vibe bookResources Freewyld on PinterestStrawberry Creek VillageShangri-La HotelCitizenMThis Is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See by Seth GodinAvantStayGPFYP on YouTubeGPFYP on InstagramSTR Legends MastermindFREE Airbnb Starter GuideReview GPFYP on Apple Podcasts STR Profit AcademyEmail team@overnightsuccess.io Sponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jone Vaituleviciute and Marijus Andrijauskas are partners at Firstpick - early stage venture capital fund backing the best tech founders across the Baltics. Jone and Marijus have spent the last couple of years together working with Startupwiseguys where they invested in such companies as kevin, Ondato, GoRamp, InRento, Jeff, HeavyFinance, Vsight, Watalook & Kernolab and many others.As we enter the muddy waters of a looming recession, we wanted to take a helicopter look over the industry from people who see lots of companies and the challenges they are facing.In this episode we talk about:The current state of mind of companiesHow to work with product and pricing in a recessionWhat investors focus on when investing in these conditionsDealing with wage growth in times of growth uncertaintyThis episode is is Part 1 of a 2 part series on fundraising and managing startup during a recession.More about Firstpick here ===Support for this episode comes from Nexpay > https://paynexpay.com/Find other episodes on >  https://www.pursuitofscrappiness.co/ Watch select full-length episodes on our YouTube channel > https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP6ueaLnjS-CQfrMCm2EoTA ===Connect with us on Linkedin > https://www.linkedin.com/company/pursuit-of-scrappiness/ Questions/suggestions? Join our Telegram group > https://t.me/pursuitofscrappiness 

In this week's podcast we chat with Matt Lamers, a Journalist at MJ Biz Daily about:Canadian cannabis companiesHow not to build a cannabis marketCannabis market overcapitalisationPrice trends in cannabisGlobal cannabis trendsSocial and tax benefits of cannabisMJ Biz Dailyhttps://mjbizdaily.com/

We recognize 5 Indigenous cannabis companies, introduce the man at the head of the cannabis act review, Morris Rosenberg, discover that governments are the ONLY cannabis companies making a profit, some details on the latest BC cannabis conference, how long does your weed last and on Cultivar Corner Mint Cream Cake from BC Black and Dunesberry Farms.  5 indigenous owned cannabis companiesMorris RosenbergProfitable cannabis companiesHow long does weed lastMint Cream CakeCannabis Review Survey 

Today's guest is Ketan Joshi, a writer, data analyst and communications consultant working on climate and energy. Ketan Joshi has been at the forefront of clean energy for eight years, starting out as a data analyst working in wind energy, and expanding his knowledge base to community engagement, climate science and new energy technology. He's written for the Guardian, The Monthly, ABC News and has penned several hundred blog posts digging into climate and energy issues, building a position as a respected and analytical energy commentator in Australia. Ketan is also the author of Windfall: Unlocking a Fossil Free Future, and has a large following on social media. Before coming on the show, Ketan and Jason had a few heated exchanges on Twitter. Despite what appeared to be opposing views around climate, this conversation shed light on an important lesson about the polarization of social media platforms. When we actually take the time to meet and discuss these topics live, we might find out that we're in agreement more than we think. In today's episode, we cover: Ketan's background and personal climate journeyHis experience working in data science, communications, community engagement, and climate policy within organizationsHow his feelings about climate and theory of change have evolved over timeThe level of urgency of the climate crisis and the level of disruption we should expect in order to adequately address itOur dependence on fossil fuelsThe rate of change in emissions reductions and some of the impacts associated with itBenefits of engaging community members in climate solutionsThe role of corporate decision making in heavily fossil reliant companiesHow society impacts individual decision makingBenefits of reducing carbon emissions and examples where it's not easy to doThe role of natural gas in the clean energy transitionKetan's thoughts about carbon removal and its role in the transitionTransforming carbon offsetsKetan's thoughts on nuclear and if we should be deploying it at scaleWho he'd like to hear fromEnjoy the show!You can find Jason on Twitter @jjacobs22, @mcjpod (podcast) or @mcjcollective (company). You can reach us via email at info@mcjcollective.com, where we encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Episode recorded July 7, 2022.

In today's episode, my guest Liz O'Donnell shares how her becoming the primary caregiver to her parents made her realize the lack of support caregivers face in the corporate space. This is how her company Working Daughters came to life.  Liz debunks some of the myths regarding caregiving and shares her experience of how companies can properly support caregivers. Liz and I also talk about how to prepare yourself and your parents for future caregiving responsibilities. My contribution as an Executive Coach for high-achieving Women is to help them reach their leadership goals while balancing career & family so that they can bring their best selves to all areas of life, guilt-free. Because as women rise through the ranks, their lived experiences will inform and influence a more inclusive culture. It's about changing the work culture one leader at a time! In this news, I currently have 2 openings for coaching. Book a Strategy Call with me today and find out how I can help you move forward in your career and leadership journey.What we're talking about…That it is a 60:40 gender split of women to men taking care of their parentsWhy it is important to include caregiving benefits for eldercare in companiesHow caregiving increases emotional intelligence and professional skills That caregivers have to find a way to double down on self-careWhy it is important to have conversations with your aging parents about their wishes regarding careThat even if your parent(s) are in a care facility, you are still a caregiver Liz on LinkedInLiz on FBLiz on Instagram

Some of our topic highlights include:Jessica's early career in bankingDifferences between data across different types of companiesHow data roles differ from consumer banking to investment banking The importance of statistical rigor and running experimentsThe art of persuasion and corporate psychology in data How to improve interconnectivity between departments What B2B SaaS companies can learn from B2C companiesStriking the right balance in dataAs always, I'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode over on Twitter @borisjabes.Want to discuss the best practices we covered in this episode? Come hang out in The Operational Analytics Club, where all your favorite data leaders gather to sharpen their skills. Know someone that you think would be an awesome guest on The Show (hint: you can totally nominate yourself)? Reach out to our content and community team. Resources:Jessica on LinkedInNotion on LinkedInNotion on TwitterNotion's websiteMusic by the talented Joe Stevens: https://www.joestevenssound.com/

Today we're diving into the world of PR, specifically around the advertising industry, and to guide us is today's guest: Matt Van Hoven of Raven PR. Matt is the Co-founder of Raven Public Relations and a former journalist who helps ad agencies, media companies, and publishers find their voice in the market and make it heard.Matt has a ton of industry experience and knowledge, and today he talks to us about: Raven PR and what it is that they doWHY PR companies support ad agencies and media companiesHOW should we be thinking about PRWHEN a production company, media company, and creative directors, need to start thinking about working with a PR companyWorking with Gary Vee at VaynerMediaAnd much more. So, we hope you learn something from this episode with Matt Van HovenRAVEN PRhttps://www.ravenpublicrelations.com/Matt Van Hoven Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattvanhoven/Twitter - https://twitter.com/MattVanHovenDonate An Organ spot:https://www.fastcompany.com/90649260/would-you-donate-an-organ-to-a-stranger-this-extraordinary-new-ad-campaign-makes-it-hard-to-say-noIf you want a shoutout in a future episode please leave us a written review on Apple podcasts. Brought to you by CRY www.filmcry.com Intro mixed by Micheal Hartman - michaelhrtmn4@gmail.com 

In this episode of CX Confessions: The Customer Experience Show, hosts Staci Satterwhite, Chief Customer Officer at Khoros, and Spike Jones, General Manager, Strategic Services at Khoros, sit down with Kirsten Newbold-Knipp, Chief Marketing Officer at FullStory. Kirsten shares her tips for fostering a solid foundation of trust with consumers, go-to strategies for bringing products to market, and the story behind the term “smarketing.” She also explains the concept of an internal love score, and how it could help marketing teams provide more value for customers overall. Join us as we discuss:Building a solid foundation of trust with customersMaking the most of customer dataKey CX lessons Kirsten has learned from previous roles at large-scale tech companiesHow the concept of “smarketing” plays into a successful customer experienceMaximizing value for customers overallItching for more CX goodness? You can find this interview and many more, by subscribing to CX Confessions on Apple Podcasts, on Spotify, or here. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for CX Confessions in your favorite podcast player.This episode of CX Confessions was produced by Quill.

This episode of the In The Club Podcast by Club Colors features Steven Schmidt, Founder and CEO of TIDAL, along with Club Colors' own Co-CEO Jeff Baumet. Steve shares his insights on creating top-of-funnel processes for clients and how it affects profitable growth. Steven and Jeff provide a decision maker's perspective on running a business, from the stresses of the recent pandemic to modern hiring practices that help guarantee fit and mutual growth. Jeff also talks about the role of transparency in an organization, while Steven shares the mindset and shifts in priority as he became a founder and builds his company. HIGHLIGHTSTIDAL builds top-of-funnel processes for companiesHow to perform cold calls, pitching, and podcasting todayFounders' points of view on profitability, hiring, and transparencySteve's growth from salesperson to founder  QUOTESSteven: "The one thing you can do consistently no matter what the economic climate is is deliver value to those people who are and aren't customers, and your customers will listen to your podcast because they like you."Jeff: "Where transparency works is letting people celebrate the wins, even the ones that maybe aren't part of their job, keeping them up-to-date on the why. Maybe this is it, it's letting people understand the why of a decision. That's where a lot of transparency I think is really effective."Steven: "You know who I'm going to probably buy from? Someone with a hundred thousand followers who people are continuing not just saying wow, that's interesting, but I applied this and it worked and you gave it to me for free. Because now I'm creating trust, because if I'm willing to give you something for free and you gained something from it, you're going to trust me tenfold."Steven: "Everybody down to the person at the front desk should have clear, identifiable, measurable goals. At the end of the month, they're held accountable. Finance, receptionist, I mean, go down the list because you have to measure it and you have to reward it because otherwise that PNL just looks like a bunch of money." Connect with Steven by clicking the links below:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenwschmidt/Website: https://www.risewithtidal.com/Connect with Jeff by checking out:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%9A%A1jeff-baumet%E2%9A%A1-5148013/ In the Club by Club Colors is sponsored by our proud partner:Maple Ridge Farms | mapleridge.com

The startup ecosystem is booming with opportunities for businesses to invest in innovation. In this episode of But Who's Counting? , host David E. Hartley sits down with Anders Partner + Tax, Dave M. Finklang,  to talk about why and how companies should bet on early-stage companies. We cover several topics, including:How partnering with startups can jump-start innovation for established businessesCommon misconceptions about startups working with larger companiesHow to get involved in the startup ecosystem to identify opportunities to partner or acquireWhat companies should consider before trying to acquire a startupMake sure to never miss an episode by subscribing on Spotify, Pandora or Apple Podcasts and let us know what you think by rating and reviewing. Keep up with more Anders insights by visiting our website and following us on social media: Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

INTRO: This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Viki Zarkin. In this episode, Viki gives us an INSIDE view of living with cancer for over 10 years. We don't always get a happy story with cancer. My conversation with her inspires us to know that you don't have to settle with how you're doing. KEY TAKEAWAYS:{2.17} Viki's Diagnosis Story{16.25} Being an advocate for her own health during her cancer treatment journey{21.11} Advocating for her treatment coverage with the medical insurance company{26.32} Importance of having strong support systems when dealing with a cancer diagnosis{29.04} Impact of stress & how to combat the stress barrier GUEST SHARED HELPFUL TIPS ON:Symptom journaling as an effective way to work with doctors to help them gain insights for faster diagnosis and treatments so you can be your own advocate for your health.How to advocate for your treatment with providers and the insurance companiesHow to mitigate stress when dealing with your diagnosisThe importance of following your gut Viki inspires women to change the way they have been programmed to think and emphasizes the importance of starting with young women on how to believe in themselves, challenge the status quo, find their voices and listen to their hearts. She has written a book titled, “I Am the One.” Her story is not limited to just cancer. She speaks about doctor-patient relationships, nutrition, the appreciation of the “little things in life”, the juggling of motherhood, cancer, and effective ways to work with doctors advocating for listening before diagnosing in the treatment rooms which will help women follow their instincts regarding their own health care and much more. Viki's can-do attitude inspires people to think differently in their everyday lives; by applying her unique thought process, deals can be made in a boardroom just as easily as they can help people through their cancer battle.ABOUT GUEST:Viki Zarkin was diagnosed with cancer in 2011, has been living with Stage 4 metastatic cancer for over 10 years, and is the only person in the world alive with this aggressive illness. She was diagnosed in her 40s when her doctor first told her to go home and get her affairs in order and at the time, she had 2 small children at home.Viki spent the next several years fighting for her life, advocating for herself, navigating through the healthcare world, and following her gut. Today, Viki is a beacon of hope for others, she's a motivational speaker and coach on a national level and a successful author.WHERE TO FIND       :Website: https://iamtheone.com/ Socials: https://www.facebook.com/iamtheoneviki, https://www.instagram.com/iamtheone_viki/?hl=enBook: I Am the OneWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:https://www.christabiegler.com/On IG:instagram.com/anti.inflammatory.nutritionist/Shop our Favoriteschristabiegler.com/shopLoving the podcast? Leave us a review and ENTER OUR GIVEAWAY NOW!Sharing & reviewing this podcast is the BEST way to help

Niall Gallagher, manager of GAM Star Continental European Equity fund, explains why European companies have such a global reach. He discusses the big trends of the growing middle classes in Asia and decarbonisation and explains how European equity investors can benefit. Niall also gives his view on why inflation could be here to stay and why Europe is in danger of locking in high energy prices. What's covered in this episode: Why investing in European equities isn't just investing in EuropeHow you can get exposure to the growing Asian middle classesThe goods and services that middle class populations spend money onHow to invest for decarbonisation in EuropeWhy the manager believes inflation is here to stayWhy renewable energy is expensiveThe political risk of windfall taxes on energy companiesHow the manager looks at ESG risksWhy Europe should be careful not to lock itself into higher energy pricesMore about the fund: GAM Star Continental European Equity invests in large companies, with the team preferring those it believes will grow faster than the index. The team looks to buy stocks at the point where they are either out-of-favour or where growth prospects are believed not to be fully reflected in the share price. Manager Niall Gallagher has a pragmatic approach, exhibits excellent patience in his process and conviction in his decisions.Learn more on fundcalibre.comPlease remember, we've been discussing individual companies to bring investing to life for you. It's not a recommendation to buy or sell. The fund may or may not still hold these companies at the time of listening. Elite Ratings are based on FundCalibre's research methodology and are the opinion of FundCalibre's research team only.

What we covered:What is Futureforth - How it helps fast-growing tech companies, CEOs, founders, VCs, and more by improving culture and retentionThe methods that Futureforth uses to help talent and communication within companiesHow kindness goes a long, long way, for both your personal life and company growthHow The Dunbar's Number can directly correlate to your company's successDave's epiphany and insight on how and why he developed the “Nice Method” for helping companiesWhy he loves connecting and networking with peopleHow to be kind and spread that message.Where being nice breaks down and doesn't workHow you can train yourself to be nice despite being triggeredHow & why Nashville is a fast-growing modern tech marketTweetable Quotes:“In this day and age when so many companies have gone fully remote, Professor Robin Dunbar (Dunbar's Law) believes that this will not work long-term for most businesses unless you bring your team together.”“I30% of new hires leave within 45 days if there's no recognition, no onboarding, or anything like that. So that's a big problem spot that I aim at solving” “Everything I do, I do because I genuinely love connecting with people and bringing people together.”“Basically, my rule is to treat people the way you want to be treated. Not just that, but also be nice to yourself and do that first.” “Call it karma, call it planting seeds but really it's always been about meeting cool people, bringing people together, and just providing value.” “Being nice is a matter of slowing down and giving yourself some time to pause.”“Don't burn bridges and keep in touch with people.”Links Mentioned:Kurt's TwitterKurt's InstagramKurt's LinkedInDave Delaney's e-mailDave Delaney's personal websitePeggy Pup Delaney's InstagramThe Futureforth websiteDave Delaney's LinkedinThe Dunbar's NumberDave Delaney's TwitterDave Delaney's YouTube pageThe Futureforth websiteThe Dunbar's NumberThe ROI of NiceThe Great Resignation CalculationEmma - Email MarketingMarcus Whitney

One of the most eye opening conversations around food and sugar that you'll ever hear!Wonder what goes behind all the food packaging and health claims?Curious how we've gotten addicted to sugar and processed food without even knowing it?This episode will blow your mind as we welcome our guest Matty Lansdown for a deep dive conversation in how the food industry, medical system and big Pharma operate so that you can finally learn the TRUTH and take your power back when it comes to eating healthy!In this episodeHow the medical system and food industry have developed and how they run and make decisions todayThe great fat lie - and how sugar was really the culpritThe role of Billion dollar psychology departments in food companiesHow the food pyramid was developed and whyHow to not let the awareness of the broken system get you down and how to use this to feel empowered in your food and health choicesMatty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist and health coach that specialises in weight loss and self confidence for women and busy mother's. Starting out in the field of nutritional epi-genetics and spending several years working in hospitals as part of a disease research team, Matty believes that most disease and illness is not due to bad luck but as a result of poor nutrition and lifestyle choices.Matty's extensive experience allowed him to uncover the deeper challenge people have with health which isn't about calories or kale, but in fact mindset and behaviour change. Having been on his own personal development journey, Matty is now super-passionate about showing people how to level up their health so that healthy habits and the best food choices are easy and natural. Likewise, Matty's weekly podcast “How to NOT Get Sick and Die”, provides his followers and clients with a deep dive into nutrition and how to develop healthy habits that last.Find out more about Matty:Website: https://mattylansdown.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattylansdown******************Get on the WAITLIST for the upcoming Emotional Freedom 8-Week Program—-> https://coach.danielledaem.com/emotional-freedom-waitlist*****************Get instant access to the brand new FREE 3 part Emotional Eating Workshop series here: https://coach.danielledaem.com/stress-eating-series******************Come hang out with me and keep the conversation going on social media—>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielledaemcoachingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielledaem/Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/simplybalancedhealthYouTube (where you can watch all these episodes in video!) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLCqU7XE_KU1xPmjkpZyGPA

Today I'm joined by Andy Whiteaker, Partner at Boyes Turner & Chair of Reading Abbey Quarter Business Improvement District.I first met Andy at the launch of the ‘Better You Better Business' event in Reading in October last year, where he provided the keynote speech. I was really struck by the similarity in our messaging about the importance of employers creating the right work climate for people to want to be part of.So you he was an obvious choice to join today's conversation about employee experience and whether it is just another buzz word.We covered a range of points including:The high notes we covered along the way are:What we really mean by the term ‘employee experience'How we know if companies are getting it rightHow we make employee experience something that is tangible rather than just talkThe difference getting employee experience right makes for companiesHow to get leaders on board with this area of development when they don't see the value (yet) or don't know where to startMore about Andy:Andy advises clients in a wide variety of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including human resources support, providing employment support for mergers, acquisitions, and disposals, employment tribunal litigation and negotiating and drafting executive service contracts.His clients include national and multination organisations, and he provides international support for clients with cross-jurisdictional issues through Boyes Turner's network of partner law firms.Andy focuses on providing practical advice, seeking to identify pragmatic and commercial solutions to his clients' needs.Andy is recognised as a Next Generation Partner by The Legal 500.Areas of expertise•Employment tribunal litigation•Executive service contracts•HR support•Industrial relations•Mergers, acquisitions, and disposals•HR TrainingLinks to contact AndyLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-whiteaker-017a441aEmail: awhiteaker@boyesturner.comWebsite: boyesturner.comContact details for Lisa LLoyd:LinkedIn : www.linkedin.com/in/lisapsychologyWebsite: www.itstimeforchange.co.ukSign up for Lisa's Monthly Bulletin: www.itstimeforchange.co.uk/jointheclubEmail: lisa@itstimeforchange.co.uk

Today's GuestToday we welcome Sean Mooney founder and CEO of BluWave. Sean has worked in the private equity industry for more than 20 years. He was a partner at SFW Capital Partners and has served on the board of directors of several companies.  Now at BluWave, his passion lies in connecting private equity funds with expert service providers to help businesses succeed.  What You'll LearnA veteran PE investor's insights about the industryOrigins of BluWave and how their service works Better communication between PE firms and portfolio companiesHow to screen and choose service providers Breakdown[00:45] Getting to know Sean Mooney[04:20] Common mistake by PE firms and portfolio companies[08:54] What Sean misses about private equity[11:24] How can PE investors better connect with portfolio companies? [14:36] The founding story of BluWave[19:58] Choosing excellent service providers[24:53] Notable attributes of a top-performer[26:23] Private equity: the good and the bad[29:14] Sean's learning resourcesResourcesSean's LinkedInBluWave Website Thank you for tuning in! To get the newest Private Equity episodes, you can subscribe on iTunes or Spotify here.Lastly, if you have any feedback on the podcast or want to reach out to Alex with any questions, send an email to alex.rawlings@raw-selection.com.

A live podcast recording from the 2020 Lend & Gather conference with Allison Howell and Meathead Movers founder, Aaron Steed. Aaron is passionate about building a company which benefits his employees just as much as his customers and has lots of great insights into staffing, delivery planning, and living up to the purpose behind your business. What's in this episode:Keeping purpose at the core of your businessLiterally keeping the companies core values in your back pocketHow to price your delivery processTips for partnering with moving companiesHow to (really) load and unload a truckQuotes:It's hard to create value for your employees in order to keep them enthusiastic and wanting to continue to work doing entry level work.” - Aaron Steed“There's a lot of meaning as to why we do what we do. And I feel like we've been able to harness that grit and get through the hard times.” - Aaron Steed“I believe the owner's job is to create clarity, strategy, and accountability for the team.” - Aaron Steed“Number one, I do not care what my competitors charge. At all.” - Aaron Steed“Most businesses get clear on their values and their mission statement but that's really for the executives and the business owners to guide their decisions and whatnot. But our employees, what they have is their service pillars. And their service pillars are what they live and breathe and what they get judged on.” - Aaron Steed“[Entrepreneurship] forces you to take a good, hard look at yourself. You know, I've been I've been arrogant. I've been humbled. I've been on top of the world. I've been crying to bankers. You know, you're signing up to bet on yourself.” - Aaron SteedResources:Aaron Steed's perspective on employee turnover: Should your company encourage employees to quit?Inc.com features Meathead Mover's Encouraged Employee TurnoverThe E-Myth by Michael GerberSeven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyThe Lend & Gather ConferenceThe RW Elephant mailing list features more event industry resources and happenings—including announcements about new Trunk Show episodes!Thank you to our sponsor:RW Elephant: Mighty inventory management software designed to help you conquer chaos and reclaim your creativity!Website | Instagram And our guest:Aaron Steed of Meathead Movers and Mini StorageWebsite | Instagram

"You can be a leader, but don't always need the ball in your hands" - Jim BarnishJim Barnish is the Co-founding Managing Partner of Orchid Black. Jim is a strategic change leader with over 15 years of leadership experience in global and integrated operations. M&A and strategic go-to-market planning. Drawing on deep operational and investment experience at startup and scale-up businesses, Jim has created and curated a collection of proven data-driven processes and methodologies to help companies build a scalable, fundable, VC-ready solution with accelerating organic growth. ‍‍SHOW NOTESJim shares the mission of Orchid Black to help early growth stage companiesHow to become a durable and robust business growing to new heightsWhat a company needs to do at the pre-product market stage for successStrategies to grow during the post-product market stageWhat growth experts focus on to help your business welcome rapid growthThe power of Orchid Black's 360 perspective platformWhy you must create a strategy that aligns with your teamThe power of a strategic narrativeWhy you must show transferable value to your future buyerHow the correct type of strategy connects to your operating modelWhy you must ensure your business runs without youThe power of a coach to help business ownersHow to avoid burnout so you can thrive and prosperStrategies you can use to fund growthWhy you and your business must show compassion, especially with the coronavirus pandemicHow the coronavirus pandemic has forever changed the business landscapeM&A valuations as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and where the market is headingHow to think about the timing of your liquidity eventThe pyramid of value and how you can incorporate it into your businessWhy you must build a moat around your business to drive value and protect you from the competitionThe difference between being bought versus soldWhat you can do to be a better leader and welcome growth‍This podcast is brought to you by Deep Wealth. When it comes to your liquidity event, you have one chance to get it right, and you better make it count. Enterprise value is created from preparation and not the event itself. Learn how the Deep Wealth Experience helps you maximize enterprise value. Master the same strategies our founders used to increase their company value 10X. Access the same 9-step road map of preparation that paves the way for success. Enjoy the certainty that you'll capture the maximum value on your liquidity event.  Click here to book your free exploratory call.Enjoy the interview!‍SELECTED LINKS FOR THIS EPISODEJim Barnish on LinkedInJim's email JB[at]Orchid[dot]black The Deep Wealth ExperienceBook Your FREE Deep Wealth Exit Call‍This podcast is brought to you by the Deep Wealth Experience. Your liquidity event is the largest and most important financial transaction of your life. But unfortunately, up to 90% of liquidity events fail. Think about all that time, money and effort wasted. Of the "successful" liquidity events, most business owners leave anywhere from 50% to over 100% of their deal value in the buyer's pocket and don't even know it.I should know. I said no to a seven-figure offer and yes, to mastering the art and science of a liquidity event. Two years later, I said yes to a different buyer with a nine-figure offer. Are

How New York City and other metropolises will overcome the pandemic economic shock. Why do some cities thrive while others devolve into chaos? How we can develop the resiliency of thriving cities.Topics covered include:How New York and other cities have dealt with the pandemic economic shockWhy the city of Port au Prince in Haiti is strugglingWhy do cities fail less frequently than companiesHow we can replicate the rhythms and cycles of citiesHow most cities can evolve in response to the pandemic and we can tooThanks to Felix Gray and Alto CryptoIRA for sponsoring the episode.Show NotesLocal Area Unemployment Statistics - New York City— U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsScale: The Universal Laws of Growth, Innovation, Sustainability, and the Pace of Life in Organisms, Cities, Economies, and Companies by Geoffrey B. WestThe Office Sector in New York City by Brian McElwain, Anita Yadavalli, and Amar Mehta—Office of the New York ComptrollerDesperate Haitians suffocate under growing power of gangs by Dánica Coto and Alberto Arce—The Associated PressCalifornia's approach to gendered toys says a lot about the state's political direction—The EconomistHB 389: Poor policy, poorly written, bad for rural Idaho by Geoffrey Wardle—Idaho Business ReviewHuman History Gets a Rewriteby By William Deresiewicz—The AtlanticThe Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity by David Graeber and David WengrowFour Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're looking for a property management tool that offers all-in-one solutions for your daily real estate operations, join us in this episode as Dana Dunford shares her expertise on how to use property management software to save time and how it provides transparent solutions for rental owners and landlords.Key Takeaways To Listen ForHow technology helps in identifying business gaps Property management portal functions and its efficiencyAddressing customer review issues and partnering with insurance companiesHow a property manager controls the eviction process Challenges of building a nationwide property management businessImportance of building relationships and having business-winning strategies Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeFree Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive InvestorAbout Dana DunfordDana Dunford is the CEO of Hemlane, a technology-enabled property management platform. She is a strong advocate of purchasing properties anywhere, as the best investments are not typically in your backyard. She supports real estate investors in setting up the most intelligent process to manage rentals from a distance while connecting them with local, licensed professionals.Connect with Dana Website: HemlaneLinkedIn: HemlaneFacebook: HemlaneEmail: dana@hemlane.comTo Connect With UsPlease visit our website: www.bonavestcapital.com and please click here, to leave a rating and review!SponsorThinking About Creating and Growing Your Own Podcast But Not Sure Where To Start?Visit GrowYourShow.com and Schedule a call with Adam A. Adams

In this episode, Janelle James talks about the changing landscape of marketing, market research, and the role of both in innovation. Reflecting on her time as a Black woman in America throughout the various steps in her journey, from her MBA at Harvard to moving to Italy, Janelle sees intersectionality as a core tenet of creating something novel that resonates with larger-scale audiences and populations. Listen for advice on: Pressure testing your ideas with opposing audiences The changing importance of employee experience for companiesHow to apply intersectionality to the innovation processUsing qualitative research to create better productsLearn more:Janelle James(Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelleajames/Zoia Kozakov (Host): https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoia-kozakov/About WIN: Women in Innovation: https://www.womenininnovation.co See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is your company in trouble? Is your business on the verge of going bust? Then don't miss this week's episode of The Melting Pot with business rescue and recovery experts, Rick Smith & Ben Westoby, from Forbes Burton. Ben and Rick work with companies that haven't quite gone bust, but are in trouble and need help. What's fascinating is following the pandemic, you'd have thought that lots of businesses would have had to shut up shop for good. But actually, here in the UK we're running at about 40% or less - almost half the traditional insolvency rate for businesses in the UK. This is thanks to government investment in furlough and bounce back schemes, as well as various other handouts, all of which have actually kept many companies afloat. In today's episode, Rick & Ben share examples of companies they've helped, where they step in before the shutters come down and the creditors foreclose, what it is they do, who they help, and how they help. So if you're listening to this, and your cash flow isn't where it needs to be, or there's a gap in your funding and you're wondering how you're going to get back to where you want to be. Or perhaps you need some help negotiating with your creditors, or your suppliers, and you need a plan, or you need a third party to come in and help you, then let Rick and Ben share their sage advice with you. On today's podcast:Getting into business rescue and recoveryHow Forbes Burton works The rise of zombie companiesHow to close the funding gapNot every business can be savedLinks:Twitter – @ForbesBurtonLinkedIn – Rick Smith, Ben WestobyWebsite – https://www.forbesburton.com

Today's GuestToday we welcome Rich Ashton, a managing partner of First Party Capital, a new operator-led venture firm focused on investments in start-ups, advertising and marketing technology (AdTech and MarTech), digital media, and data with focus on Europe and APAC. What You'll LearnThe European Regulation's impact on tech companiesHow the pandemic affected creating the companyAdvice in setting up Venture Capitalist FirmsChoosing to speak between founders and investorsBreakdown[00:22] Getting to know Rich Ashton[01:30] Common mistake by PE firms and portfolio companies[02:57] First Party Capital's Focus on AdTech and MarTech[04:40] European Regulation on the AdTech Sector[07:21] Setting up a Firm in Sales and Marketing[10:19] The Impact of COVID-19[13:50] Advice for New Venture Capitalist Firms[16:21] Choosing Between Founders and Investors[20:27] What Rich Likes/Dislikes about the Venture Capital Industry[24:06] Rich's Learning PointsResourcesRich's LinkedInRich's EmailThank you for tuning in!To get the newest Private Equity episodes, you can subscribe on iTunes or Spotify here.Lastly, if you have any feedback on the podcast or want to reach out to Alex with any questions, send an email to alex.rawlings@raw-selection.com.

A new generation of companies entering the marketplace are taking a different approach to CSR than their more established counterparts. The rise of these companies built with both social purpose in mind and a willingness to challenge conventional CSR wisdom and the status quo has the potential to upend the social impact landscape. Navigating the Changing Landscape of Social ImpactEmerging brands often have more progressive business strategies and a socially conscious millennial workforce and consumer base. They also seek to engage in social purpose strategies and nonprofit partnerships that differ from those of traditional corporations and often-taught best practices.In today's episode, EFG's Alli Murphy is joined by Meaghan Dorsch, Head of Social Impact for Visible and Rich Maiore, President of Rocket Social Impact, one of EFG's sponsors. The trio explores how these new entrants—those who have risen in profile over the past few years—are shaking up the social impact space and what it means for both nonprofits and established companies.Tune into today's episode to hear all about:The 3 things established companies can learn from emerging brandsWhat emerging brands want from potential nonprofit partners (and how to deliver)Why nonprofits shouldn't shy away from partnering with smaller companiesHow a company can go "beyond the donation"The importance of embracing risk and "provocative" issues How to "look in, around and through"

In This Episode You'll Hear About:How Ric grew up in a family of doctors but had no interest in medicine so instead went into finance and businessHow he started selling his products online while the internet was still newWhat led to the creation of the company after he and his co-founder both had struggles with their own companiesHow challenges and losing a huge account led to a pivot that became a success in a new channelWhat advice he has for a healthy founding team and why good communication among the Founders and partners is not only imperative, but absolutely essentialWhat brought them to open up market in China, how it has been a unique strategy, and why that fits in with their overall missionWhat it has been like to open up their own retail stores, what lessons Ric has learned as a result, and what they have coming up in the futureWhy he thinks being a lifelong learner is a part of being successful and making a difference in the world around youTo Find Out More:100percentpure.comQuotes:“Why are all these companies putting these ingredients into the product? Because it makes them cheaper and it makes them stable.”“We led a lot of the innovations in the natural side of the industry. A lot of the preservatives you see in clean products today are ones we were the first to use in beauty.”“It's really an art when you're making a natural product. You have to be very, very precise on things to get it to mix extremely well.” “There are so many challenges as an entrepreneur, it's very rewarding, too, but you definitely go through a lot and I don't think it's easy.”“When you're working with partners, it's hard not to blame each other. You have to really ensure that you blame processes, not people.”“Trust is the most important thing. Our fastest years of growth are the years where we trusted each other the most, the three founders. Those were our fastest years when we grew 30-40 percent.”“It's our mission to improve the lives of six billion people and animals. China has a billion people and even more magnitude of animals on top of it. So I felt like we really need to stay true to our mission. And if we're really trying to stay true to our mission, we need to be where the people are around the world…”“I use China as kind of the model of eCommerce of the future because they bypassed the whole desktop computer phase. They went straight to mobile because nobody has desktops at home in China that I know of, so they bypassed desktop, went to mobile, and their eCommerce is extremely advanced because of that.”“The store of the future, the retail associates, are content creators.”“You have to be okay with failure. It can't bother you. It's got to be like water off your back. Nothing. Move on.”“Another key element of success is having a very strong network. If I need something or need access to someone, I can get it because of my strong network.”“Some people felt like brick and mortar is dead. I don't feel that way. I feel like you need both to be successful.”

In this episode:Wendy Liebmann and Candace Corlett preview WSL's latest How America Shops® research, The New Shopper Truths. The study reveals the now entrenched shopper values that define how companies need to position themselves and communicate to shoppers in the coming years.They discuss:That “fairness” is now the underpinning of what shoppers expect from companiesHow shoppers question the way companies deliver sustainability (not well), and how they have turned an important value into merely a buzzwordThat shoppers are frustrated -- they cannot do it all alone, and they expect companies they buy from to share the burden, to show up, to make a difference, andHow Generation Z is very different from Millennials in attitudes and expectations around these new truths and values

It's fitting that the 100th episode of Purpose 360 features an organization helping more businesses be a force for good. Founders Pledge, a nonprofit organization with a mission to “empower entrepreneurs to do immense good,” leverages a unique model to enable founders to direct a portion of personal proceeds to vetted charities and initiatives.To talk about Founders Pledge and the incredible impact the organization achieved in 2020, we welcomed to the show David Goldberg, Co-Founder and CEO.Listen for David's insights on:How Founders Pledge harnesses the innate problem-solving nature of entrepreneurs to address some of society's biggest challengesWhy making a commitment via Founders Pledge inspires many entrepreneurs to infuse purpose in their own companiesHow the organization applies a venture capital lens to philanthropic giving efforts, and why data is vital to direct dollars to initiatives that will produce the greatest return for societyLinks & NotesAbout Founders PledgeThe Founders Pledge Model2020 Impact ReportDavid Goldberg on LinkedIn

The team at Green Financial Group is passionate about helping those in the oil and gas sector take command of their finances. But each team member has their distinct role and specific passion, and we want you to get to know them!In this episode, Jeff Green and Lauren Smith are joined by Claire Holmes, Marketing & Strategy Consultant and founder of Double H Design Co. and Mama Collaborative. Claire discusses how she helps the Green Financial Group team with productivity, time management, accountability, and processes behind the scenes within the company.Claire discusses: Why time management is the key to successTwo of her top time management techniques she teaches to help you get your jobs doneThe types of jobs she's worked at––and how she ended up owning two of her own companiesHow her interests are fulfilled through her own workAnd moreResources: Productivity PlannerMicrosoft To Do List AppConnect With Claire Holmes:LinkedIn: Claire HolmesInstagram: Double H Design Co.Facebook: Double H Design Co.LinkedIn: Double H Design Co.Instagram: Mama CollaborativeDouble H Design Co.Connect With Green Financial Group:jeff@greenfinancialgrp.com(713) 244-3030Green Financial GroupLinkedIn: Jeff GreenLinkedIn: Lauren SmithAbout Our Guest: Claire Holmes' goal is to help others achieve their goals. Whether that is helping a company develop and execute a thoughtful marketing strategy, writing professional bios that exude authenticity, or leveraging my creativity to develop custom photo books and slideshows. She is a (Type A) Jane of All Trades who likes to get things done. A perfectionist to her core, she is extremely detail-oriented, works hard to get the job done, and is always looking for ways to add more value for her clients.

The team at Green Financial Group is passionate about helping those in the oil and gas sector take command of their finances. But each team member has their distinct role and specific passion, and we want you to get to know them!In this episode, Jeff Green and Lauren Smith are joined by Claire Holmes, Marketing & Strategy Consultant and founder of Double H Design Co. and Mama Collaborative. Claire discusses how she helps the Green Financial Group team with productivity, time management, accountability, and processes behind the scenes within the company.Claire discusses: Why time management is the key to successTwo of her top time management techniques she teaches to help you get your jobs doneThe types of jobs she's worked at––and how she ended up owning two of her own companiesHow her interests are fulfilled through her own workAnd moreResources: Productivity PlannerMicrosoft To Do List AppConnect With Claire Holmes:LinkedIn: Claire HolmesInstagram: Double H Design Co.Facebook: Double H Design Co.LinkedIn: Double H Design Co.Instagram: Mama CollaborativeDouble H Design Co.Connect With Green Financial Group:jeff@greenfinancialgrp.com(713) 244-3030Green Financial GroupLinkedIn: Jeff GreenLinkedIn: Lauren SmithAbout Our Guest: Claire Holmes' goal is to help others achieve their goals. Whether that is helping a company develop and execute a thoughtful marketing strategy, writing professional bios that exude authenticity, or leveraging my creativity to develop custom photo books and slideshows. She is a (Type A) Jane of All Trades who likes to get things done. A perfectionist to her core, she is extremely detail-oriented, works hard to get the job done, and is always looking for ways to add more value for her clients.

On this week's episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff talks to three Detroit entrepreneurs: Brad Baxter and Jacob Zuppke of AutoPets and Doug Schwartz of Detroit Wick.Tune in to the full StartupNation Radio show with Baxter, Zuppke and Schwartz to learn more about these Detroit entrepreneurs and how they're thriving.First up are AutoPets' leaders: Baxter, CEO, and Zuppke, president and COO. AutoPets creates products to make the lives of pets and their owners easier, such as the Litter-Robot.During the interview, Baxter and Zuppke discuss:How the idea for the company came to lifeHow the company pivoted after losing money the first five yearsHow AutoPets' Litter-Robot worksHow they shifted AutoPets' business modelHow they used actual cats for influencer marketingFor more information on AutoPets, visit the official website, and follow on LinkedIn.Next up is Schwartz, founder of Detroit Wick and Trip Wipes. Detroit Wick is a sensory marketing agency that creates custom fragrances through candles, while Trip Wipes produces sustainable hand sanitizing wipes.During the interview, Schwartz explains:Why he decided to start two companiesHow he found his way to the fragrance industryHow his sales went from 100,000 to 13 millionWhy you should build your brand around passion, not moneyKeys to setting up your business for successFor more information on Detroit Wick, visit the official website, and follow on Facebook and Pinterest. For more information on Trip Wipes, visit the official website, and follow on Facebook.We'll be back next weekend with another exciting episode of StartupNation Radio! Stay tuned.Do you have a great entrepreneurial success story to share? Tell us your story here and you could be featured on an upcoming episode of StartupNation Radio.

Every project manager seems to keep records differently, but having a defined and organized process for building your job files can save you a ton of time, money, and stress. This week we're discussing why job files are important, how to build a good one and how they can help you resolve disputes that could otherwise cost you.Topics we cover include:Why you should stay organized and build job filesHow job files may differ for different industries and types of companiesHow to store your job filesWhy documentation is crucial How a good job file can change a lawsuit into a change orderVisit the episode page at contractorsuccessforum.com/jobfile for more details and a transcript of the show.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESVisit https://contractorsuccessforum.com/managing-your-job-files/ to read more about structuring your job files.Subscribe for free resources and to be notified of future episodes at contractorsuccessforum.com/subscribe.Find all episodes and related links at ContractorSuccessForum.com.FIND US ONLINERob Williams, Profit Strategist | IronGateESS.comWade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.comStephen Brown, Bonding Expert | McWins.com

Every project manager seems to keep records differently, but having a defined and organized process for building your job files can save you a ton of time, money, and stress. This week we're discussing why job files are important, how to build a good one and how they can help you resolve disputes that could otherwise cost you.Topics we cover include:Why you should stay organized and build job filesHow job files may differ for different industries and types of companiesHow to store your job filesWhy documentation is crucial How a good job file can change a lawsuit into a change orderVisit the episode page at contractorsuccessforum.com/jobfile for more details and a transcript of the show.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESVisit https://contractorsuccessforum.com/managing-your-job-files/ to read more about structuring your job files.Subscribe for free resources and to be notified of future episodes at contractorsuccessforum.com/subscribe.Find all episodes and related links at ContractorSuccessForum.com.FIND US ONLINERob Williams, Profit Strategist | IronGateESS.comWade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.comStephen Brown, Bonding Expert | McWins.com

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (27 min interview), we spotlight KP Reddy (@reddy_kp), Founder and General Partner at Shadow Ventures. Shadow Ventures is a venture capital firm focused exclusively on technology that drives innovation in the built environment.Some highlights of KP's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:How he got started in the venture capital industry and his experience with the first company that he supportedHis motivation and decision to author a book on BIM and how timing played a key role in the decision-making processThe "investment ethos" he has developed on deciding when and why to invest in particular, exciting companiesHow his reputation and brand factors into founders finding him, and why there is no investment that is too earlySHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces KP Reddy, the Founder and General Partner at Shadow Ventures.5:40 You've written a book on BIM and you've written a book on startups. Let's start with the BIM book. Why a BIM book at that time?13:30 So, I'd love to talk about your portfolio and your "investment ethos" and what excites you in some of the companies. Can you share some of the successes of some of your portfolio companies?18:13 And so are you getting most of your inbounds from being in the industry and just having the reputation that you do, or are there other ways that founders are finding you?21:37 So are you seeing any particular trends in the industry, and where should large commercial builders be looking for this next-level technology?25:35 Projecting yourself 15 to 20 years in the future, and you could bring with you any service or gadget, and it doesn't have to be based in reality at all, what would it be and what would it do?

In this episode, we discuss…Microsoft's Developer Velocity report: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-ca/overview/developer-velocity/How do you define modern applications?Why “risk mitigation” should be the seventh R in app modernizationWhat separates top-performing companies from bottom-performing companiesHow do you define success in adopting application modernization platforms?How to get started with app modernizationWhat is Microsoft doing in this space?

The world seems to be getting more and more automated. While it can make life and business a lot easier to manage, what is the price we're paying for it? Artificial Intelligence is playing a major role in almost every aspect of life and business. But is all of it good? This week, we take a look at AI, where it's going, and how it will impact your customer relations. If you're not ready for the Robot Revolution, you will be after hearing this episode. We'll explain: Why customer service is lacking at so many companiesHow some businesses are turning their customer service people into their best salespeopleThe subtle clues people get while on the phone with youA look at Google's new AI personal assistantWhy IA will never match the human brain (and why that might be a dangerous thing)Which kinds of jobs will likely NOT be replaced with AIWhere IA will excel in the future economyHow leaning on AI will destroy your company if you're not carefulOne thing Covid proves about Artificial Intelligence in the workplaceProof that technology doesn't always make life betterWhat role China plays in the global arms race for AIThe future of online security and anonymityHow to set your business up to crush your competition in the coming yearsAnd a lot more Listen now.

Microsoft has been going downhill for a while now. But chances are, things are about to get a lot worse for them. One of their most popular products is facing a major recall issue right now, and when I tried to contact the company about it, the response I received only made things worse. This episode is a bit of a rant, but I hope you can learn from Microsoft's mistake. You'll hear us cover all sorts of things, including: How your entrepreneurship empowers your kidsThe new Netflix documentary you HAVE TO watchWhy so many people have a love/hate relationship with Microsoft and its founderA major problem with one of Microsoft's most popular productsWhy customer service sucks right now with so many companiesHow technology is ruining the customer experienceOne business strategy that investors love, but leads to an unprofitable businessWhy market growth is not the most important thing to focus on (and what is)One major lesson you should learn from JapanThe secret to longterm profitablityHow winning football coaches set their teams of for failure (and what it means for your business)The one thing Jeff Bezos to dominate his marketAnd a lot more. Make sure you give this one a listen.

Join host Adam Michalski as he interviews Kit Merker, Chief Operating Officer at Nobl9.Kit and Adam discuss how to make the transition from partnerships to the C-suite and best practices for partnership folks looking to follow the same path. Topics Covered:How to trust partners to deliver - especially as more technology is being integrated across companiesHow to make the tough transition from partnerships into the C-suiteWhat best practices Kit recommends for those trying to break into the C-SuiteWhy measuring ISV partnerships by sales is not seeing the full pictureWhat Kit sees coming in the partnership landscape over the next 5 to 10 yearsPartner with Nobl9:Nobl9Work with or at Nobl9Sponsors:Partnership LeadersCustomer.ioPartnered.ioSubscribe at www.partneredpodcast.com.Interested in joining the podcast? Reach out to hello@partnered.io. 

Are struggling to find unbiased information to make political, educational, or just life decisions for that matter? Well, you are not alone, and you know I try my best to give you the most accurate information possible. Ken Lecorte drops in to help us. Ken, formerly of Fox News, is on a mission to get the best information possible and a platform to voice our opinions. But DO NOT be misled. Ken is no "water holder" for the right. Just like a lot of us, Ken sits firmly in the middle on most matters. Ken has worked as a media consultant for over a hundred companies and candidates in the United States and internationally, including presidential campaigns in Colombia, Guatemala, and Venezuela. In 1997, he challenged California law by publishing the state's Megan's Law list. Despite a warning from the state's Attorney General, LaCorte hand-copied the state's high-risk sex offenders and published them online. In 2004, California officially published the Megan's Law database on the internet. LaCorte became the Western Region Bureau Chief for the Fox News Channel in 1999, the national Director of News Editorial in 2003 and the VP of Fox News Digital in 2006.  Ken was a longtime protege of Roger Ailes, first in the political world and later at Fox News. At Fox, in addition to running the .com for a decade, he was best known for leading the company’s efforts against Media Matters, as well as successfully spearheading the release of kidnapped Fox staffers in Gaza. LaCorte left Fox News at the end of 2016. In 2018, he recruited former NPR editorial director Michael Oreskes and former Fox News executive editor John Moody to launch LaCorte News, "a digital news startup with the stated goal of restoring faith in media." After watching the media’s self-destruction, in July 2020 he launched the Media Action Network which has three primary goals: 1) expose the dishonest media pretending to be non-partisan, 2) protect the victims of censorship and slander, and 3) help build the conservative ecosphere in media and online world, with a focus Silicon Valley tech.The Media Action Network’s daily email gives its subscribers the ability to not just complain about the liberal media, but fight back. You can get a good sense for their campaigns at www.MediaActionNetwork.com Topics Discussed with Ken Lecorte: Why Ken decided to create his own news networkHow the media has been taken over by extremist, mainly on the left and that isn’t good for any of us no matter what your political beliefs areHow and why our education system needs to be changed, so we can choose freely how and what we want to learnHow to solve the media problem in this countryWhat is Section 230, and how it effects our interaction and relationship with social media companiesHow political tribalism has shown to be destructive throughout history, and why we must move away from this political mindset if we truly want to live freeWhy the freedom to choose is actually what freedom is all aboutHow to counteract the big companies with political agendas from silencing usWhy we need to create our own networks and platforms   Episode Resources: Ken’s Website: www.MediaActionNetwork.com and www.lacortenews.comHow to be in the Simple Life Circle: http://www.thesimplelifenow.com/betterlifeThe Simple Life website: http://www.thesimplelifenow.com

Are struggling to find unbiased information to make political, educational, or just life decisions for that matter? Well, you are not alone, and you know I try my best to give you the most accurate information possible. Ken Lecorte drops in to help us. Ken, formerly of Fox News, is on a mission to get the best information possible and a platform to voice our opinions. But DO NOT be misled. Ken is no "water holder" for the right. Just like a lot of us, Ken sits firmly in the middle on most matters. Ken has worked as a media consultant for over a hundred companies and candidates in the United States and internationally, including presidential campaigns in Colombia, Guatemala, and Venezuela. In 1997, he challenged California law by publishing the state's Megan's Law list. Despite a warning from the state's Attorney General, LaCorte hand-copied the state's high-risk sex offenders and published them online. In 2004, California officially published the Megan's Law database on the internet. LaCorte became the Western Region Bureau Chief for the Fox News Channel in 1999, the national Director of News Editorial in 2003 and the VP of Fox News Digital in 2006.  Ken was a longtime protege of Roger Ailes, first in the political world and later at Fox News. At Fox, in addition to running the .com for a decade, he was best known for leading the company's efforts against Media Matters, as well as successfully spearheading the release of kidnapped Fox staffers in Gaza. LaCorte left Fox News at the end of 2016. In 2018, he recruited former NPR editorial director Michael Oreskes and former Fox News executive editor John Moody to launch LaCorte News, "a digital news startup with the stated goal of restoring faith in media." After watching the media's self-destruction, in July 2020 he launched the Media Action Network which has three primary goals: 1) expose the dishonest media pretending to be non-partisan, 2) protect the victims of censorship and slander, and 3) help build the conservative ecosphere in media and online world, with a focus Silicon Valley tech.The Media Action Network's daily email gives its subscribers the ability to not just complain about the liberal media, but fight back. You can get a good sense for their campaigns at www.MediaActionNetwork.com Topics Discussed with Ken Lecorte: Why Ken decided to create his own news networkHow the media has been taken over by extremist, mainly on the left and that isn't good for any of us no matter what your political beliefs areHow and why our education system needs to be changed, so we can choose freely how and what we want to learnHow to solve the media problem in this countryWhat is Section 230, and how it effects our interaction and relationship with social media companiesHow political tribalism has shown to be destructive throughout history, and why we must move away from this political mindset if we truly want to live freeWhy the freedom to choose is actually what freedom is all aboutHow to counteract the big companies with political agendas from silencing usWhy we need to create our own networks and platforms   Episode Resources: Ken's Website: www.MediaActionNetwork.com and www.lacortenews.comHow to be in the Simple Life Circle: https://thesimplelifenow.com/betterlifeThe Simple Life website: https://thesimplelifenow.com

Thomas Sanders is a photographer who shoots for a wide variety of clients, from Esquire magazine to senior living communities. A professor of photography at the Savannah College of Art and Design, Sanders is also the author of two photography books, "The Last Good War: The Faces and Voices of WWII” was published by Welcome Books in 2010.As the winner of the 2010 Foreword Reviews' Book of the Year Award for Editor's Choice Nonfiction as well as a selection of The History Book Club and The Military Book Club, this collection of portraits was called “meticulously rendered and brilliantly lit” by the Chicago Tribune. In 2020, Sanders published his second book, “Vietnam War Portraits: The Faces and Voices.”Topics of Discussion:Overview on my journey of doing films and photo shoots for senior living companiesHow to represent seniors in marketing: Some companies want realistic residents and some want seniors that are younger than their resident age demographicPhotos and films for baby boomers are going to become more modern and hip, how do boomers want to be perceived?How to pick senior stock photos?A few tips on how employees can take good social media photos of residentsThomas' Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-sanders-b372b1139/SLP Senior Living Photography: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-sanders-b372b1139/Senior Stock Photos: https://seniorstockphotos.com/

In this episode Dylan Ogline, CEO of Ogline Digital shares examples of niche marketing and how we can draw inspiration to create predictable profits. Insights he shares include: What is niche marketingWhy digital agencies should go niche instead of full service Examples of niche marketing - what does it look like for agencies and other companiesHow to find a niche marketIdentify your strengths and interestsindustry researchHow to get to know your ideal customerHow to solve a customers problem and how it relates to getting a perfect quality scoreHow to target and reach your marketRethinking how you spread the word about your businessThe best ways to monitor the competitionThe best ways to listen to your customersWhen to consider new opportunities or partnershipsand much more

Happy New Year, Happy New Year! Welcome. So glad to have you here. Now, a lot changed in 2020, obviously one of the weirdest years ever. Tune into today's episode where we'll discuss:The 3 sales and marketing trends we'll see in 2021 for landscaping companiesHow people adapted quite a bit to their sales and marketing in 2020 and how those trends are going to continue into 2021 Why the changes that occurred in 2020 will influence the way people buy and the way you'll need to market your landscaping business in 2021More episodes, videos, show transcripts at http://www.ramblinjackson.com/podcast/Check out the full show notes at https://ramblinjackson.com/3-green-industry-sales-marketing-trends-for-2021

I had no idea before this episode that 'egaming' used to be the name that PR departments gave to 'gambling'. How things have changed! Or have they...In my experience, the gambling world has often felt isolated from the rest of the marketing industry. I've never really been too sure why that is. Maybe it has something to do with legacy and lifestyle associated with gambling? Perhaps it simply has something to do with geography and the tax havens from which several gambling companies operate? Could it simply be that the marketers in this space choose to keep a low profile?I've always known that marketers in the gambling industry have to play by a different set of rules. They are under much greater scrutiny and have in-game limitations than most marketers. I feel like there's a lot we can learn from marketers in gambling about strategic prioritisation, user behaviour and resourcefulness.That's why I was so pleased to get to spend time with Fintan Costello, Managing Director of Finder Media and bonusfinder.comIn today's episode we discuss:The process of building an online gambling company in the USChallenges marketers in gambling face when working with the world's leading technology companiesHow the esports and gaming sectors have adopted gambling techniquesLessons in user behaviour and user experience from the gambling sector that all marketer can apply to their companiesCONNECT WITH FINTAN/bonusfinder.comhttps://www.bonusfinder.com/https://twitter.com/fintancostellohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fintancostello/CONNECT WITH SCOTT:scott.colenutt@sitevisibility.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/scottcolenuttCONNECT WITH SITEVISIBILITY:https://www.sitevisibility.co.uk/https://www.youtube.com/user/SiteVisibilityhttps://twitter.com/sitevisibilityhttps://www.facebook.com/SiteVisibilityhttp://instagram.com/sitevisibilityFor all show ideas, guest recommendations and feedback email marketing@sitevisibility.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lo Toney, founder and managing partner at Plexo Capital, takes us behind the scenes of a venture fund to show a limited partner's perspective. He shares his vision for a flywheel effect from the top to increase diversity. A hybrid VC firm investing both in emerging VC funds and in early stage companiesHow can limited partners influence change diversity trends starting at the topNow there is a willingness to change trends in venture capitalNew VCs must learn to transition from  investor to fund manager Non-profit: HBCUvc

In this episode, Phil Ordway and Larry Cunningham discuss:Corporate governance: best and worst practicesCapital allocation: do we need a committee?Alignment of insider incentivesIndexers, transients, and quality shareholdersWhy quality shareholders add value to companiesHow companies can deserve quality shareholdersEnjoy the discussion!The content of this podcast is not an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any security in any jurisdiction. The content is distributed for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a recommendation to sell or buy any security or other investment, or undertake any investment strategy. There are no warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or results obtained from any information set forth on this podcast. The podcast participants and their affiliates may have positions in and may, from time to time, make purchases or sales of the securities or other investments discussed or evaluated on this podcast.

In this episode of the Website Investing podcast, Richard speaks with Mark Whitman from Content Ellect, Task It & Golden Web on how he is partnering up with Benjamin Strusnik (podcast episode coming out soon) to build a batch of sites on aged domains.In this part 1, free subscribers get the first ~40 minutes of the conversation; paying subscribers also get part 2 in their RSS feed. As is typical, part 2 elicits more insights as we get deeper into the conversation.EPISODE SPONSORS🔥 Smash Digital - an SEO growth agency with actual skin in the game, ranking their own portfolio of profitable businesses, and offering the exact same services to clients. Check. Them. Out.🔥 Niche Website Builders - a hands-off approach to outsourcing your content. Packages include keyword research & high-converting review templates. Get 10% off your first order.Part 1 Show NotesMark’s BusinessesContent ServicesMark has been hard at work with growing his content services business Contentellect. Here, customers can buy content and manage their accounts. Currently, monthly blog articles are very popular, especially for their main target audience: SaaS companies. The most popular service, however, is their full outsourced blog management, where they build content calendars, do keyword research, and write and publish content for their customers. FBA BusinessHe also has a neck-warmer/bandana product that he sells at around 200 units a day. Affiliate Content Site PortfolioCurrently, Mark has 6 affiliate sites in his portfolio. Of these 6 sites, 2 were acquired, while the rest are being built up organically over time. However, he isn’t looking to increase this, considering the Amazon update, and a reduction of affiliate commissions with one of their partners. Joint VentureMark also recently formed a joint venture with a business partner, Benjamin. Here, the partner would be building affiliate sites, while Mark would be funding the business. They are currently looking to build up 5 sites out of expired domains they purchased. Mark’s content services agency is also involved here, with a goal of initially having 75,000 words per site, to see which site responds and performs best.Buying More?Acquiring new affiliate sites or content related sites aren’t something that Mark is keen on doing in the future, considering the risks and amount of money involved. Though he does admit that there is proper risk and reward involved, he has increasingly become jaded by the risks. SEO Auditing and ImplementationMark’s joint venture, GoldenWeb, performs SEO auditing. A lot of services do SEO audits, but very few will actually implement the requirements for you. There is thus a big opportunity for a product site service that performs these, and Mark’s joint venture is one of them. Their target market right now are big e-commerce websites, and prices for these clients start at around $1,000 with an additional fee for implementation, depending on the problems. During the audit, they actually tell their clients how to make the changes if they want to do it themselves, but some can be quite technical, so leaving it to them could be a better and safer option.Seeing PotentialThe SEO auditing and implementation services started out when Mark’s partner performed these services on one of Mark’s sites. Seeing the potential, they decided to offer their services to the public.More Into Mark’s Joint VentureBuying, Growing, and SellingMark is looking to build out the 5 sites his joint venture owns, and to sell them in the future ideally for 6 figures each, but not less than 4 figures. Currently, the 1st site has around 75,000 words of content and around 50 articles. He terms this site as his “MVP” site with a value of around $5,000. He is not looking to invest any more in this site, apart from creating links. Traffic LevelsTraffic numbers determine whether Mark would invest more into a site, but this does not necessarily mean traffic volume. Rather, it would be the types of traffic that the site gets. They would then be able to determine ranking, and if a site would works or not. Using Expired Domains and Technical SEOsMark has no prior experience with building sites out of expired domains; however, his business partner Benjamin does. Benjamin is more focused on the technical SEO aspects to improve the sites, in contrast to Mark who usually looks at it from a content point-of-view. Thus, Benjamin would be structuring and siloing the site correctly, and making sure that the site is lean and flows smoothly. This has been eye-opening for Mark, who hasn’t built sites out this way before, considering his content and aesthetics perspective.Looking to the FutureIf this business goes well, Mark would definitely invest more in it, as long as Benjamin wants to keep going. However, Mark is not looking to build more affiliate sites moving forward, considering the nature of the work and the underlying value of the asset.Premium Content OptionsMark doesn’t think that they will get into producing super high end and expert content, but states that his content is already very good, starting at 10 cents/word. With a wide writing network, they are able to produce varied content based on good research. They also provide various other services like building content calendars and performing keyword research.However, if you do want to get premium, high-level content, you will definitely have to shell out money to get good writers, especially for very technical niche websites. Form of ContentThese days, people are quite lazy to read content. Short sentences with lots of paragraphs and multimedia would definitely attract more readers, compared to densely-written and academic-sounding articles which no one would probably read. However, at the end of the day, it still depends on the niche of the website.Here is the example from The Wirecutter of postgraduate level content!Episode 14 Part 2In part 2 of this conversation we discuss:In-house content writers vs outsourcedObjectively valuing contentContent to bounce vs content for an audienceHow to actually add value with your siteBarriers to entry with websites / becoming media companiesHow to best invest capital based on risk tolerancePart 2 is for paying subscribers, you can access by hitting the button below.Enjoyed this episode or have any questions? You can leave a comment at the bottom of the web version of this post.CheersRichard Patey (Host) & Avi Silverberg (Producer) Get on the email list at website.investing.io

Lisa Gralnek is Founder and CEO of LVG & Co, a values-driven growth strategy firm. In this conversation Lisa explores brand-based, values-led strategy considerations for businesses seeking growth.Why getting back to your values and your customers' values is the most important thing, especially in times of change and uncertainty, and how values-led brands are better positioned to stay relevant in times of change,The difference between business decisions and values-led brand decisionsThe emphasis on growth over the past 10-20 years and the impact that prioritizing growth has on how you do business, and how it has led to toxic cultures for many companiesHow different organizations set goals and KPIs and why they're criticalWhy values are not just a feel good story to tell, they're an effective lens for innovationWhy a company's values should not just parrot what they think customers want, and how context helps you make your values applied to be relevantHow large brands like Walmart have stayed nimble in order to stay true to their core commitments and valuesHow you measure success against you goals and your KPIs are not black and white, and they reflect what you valueReferences and Resources:LVG & CoThe Gap Between Medium article by LisaConsumer Goods Forum articles:The Value of Values: Setting the CourseThe Value of Values: Walking the TalkQuarantine Book Club - Mule Design StudioUN Sustainable Development Goals 2030BLabThrive GlobalLet My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman--Including 10 More Years of Business Unusual by Yves ChouinardFrom Green to Gold by Harold EnricoIshmael by Daniel QuinnFuterra Honest GenerationSelect Highlights:"How do you measure success against your goals? That's why KPIs are critical. As they say what you measure grows.""Leadership is really where values come in. Values in themselves are leading principles and leadership needs to own them and infuse them through the organization in order for any of the other stuff to happen.""If we say values are our guardrails for decision making, values are also then our guide for action taking."

Quote“We split out the different types of profit in order to focus our conversations.” - Jamie Nau The finer details of this episode What “cost of goods” means for agencies and media companiesHow to separate your production costs on your payrollThe most common conversations we have with our clients about gross profitHiring contractors vs employees and how that affects your gross profit Episode resourcesSummit CPA website - www.summitcpa.netEmail us with questions/comments- vcfo@summitcpa.net

In today’s episode, we cover:How Oakland, CA has become the clean tech capital of the Bay AreaDanny’s work as an activist and entrepreneur to address climate changeHow addressing climate change requires a war effortHow renewable energy presents not only a climate opportunity but also a much-needed employment opportunityHow Danny got into climate work and his underlying motivationDanny’s journey into solar and founding his first startupHow the problem of climate change has evolved since Danny began his workHow clean tech and U.S. leadership in the movement represents a huge economic opportunityHow grassroots entrepreneurship is making up for an absence of government actionWhat government leadership to address climate change would need to look likeHow the government-command of industry priorities to respond to COVID-19 is emblematic for what is required to address climate changeWhat the viable renewable energy mix for the future looks likeHow Danny would address the main contributing sectors to GHG emissionsHow effort needs to be focused on Africa and Asia, which will be the long-term contributors to carbonHow financial and software engineering are ripe areas of innovationWhat is New Energy Nexus (NEN) and its missionHow NEN’s Clean Energy Fund invested in Tesla and other clean tech companiesHow the “puck” of opportunity and innovation is headed to AsiaNEN’s clean energy accelerator in IndonesiaHow Danny thought about incorporating NEN as a non-profit vs. for-profit modelDanny’s role in co-founding Oakland-based incubator, PowerhouseLinks to topics discussed in this episode:New Energy Nexus: https://www.newenergynexus.com/about/California Carbon-Free By 2045 Goal: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/28/business/energy-environment/california-clean-energy.htmlkWh Analytics: https://www.kwhanalytics.com/California Clean Energy Fund: http://www.calcef.org/Bridge Lux: https://www.bridgelux.com/Powerhouse: https://www.powerhouse.fund/

Summary:Join host Adam Michalski as he interviews Eric Stein, Head of Partnerships at Branch.io. Eric offers some great insights given his background at Epsilon, Google, Bessemer, and Doubleclick. Topics Covered:Eric's background and breadth of experience across multiple leading digital companiesHow to think about architecting your partner program for both short & long term successThe benefits co-selling can have with both smaller partner orgs and larger partner orgsBest practices for utilizing partnerships for expediting your go-to-market teams salesWhy ecosystems are becoming more predominant due to the API economyPartner with mParticle:Branch.ioApply to Partner with Branch.ioSponsors:Partnership LeadersPartnered.ioSubscribe at www.partneredpodcast.com. Interested in joining the podcast? Reach out to hello@partnered.io. 

In today’s episode, we cover:Varun’s wide-ranging background in academia, startups and public policyHis career as a technologist beginning with Cleantech 1.0How he moved from science to public policyHow cooperation across sectors is critical to solve climate change.The need for aggressive increases in federal funding for energy innovationThe lessons of Cleantech 1.0How the missteps of VC cleantech investing offers insight into future funding models for climate companiesHow the complexities of climate change make it different from the Manhattan Project and the Apollo ProgramVarun’s three-prong prescription for addressing climate changeHow climate change in the U.S. should be couched and framed in terms of global competitivenessHow funding needs to be robust enough to demonstrate new technologiesHow coordination between R&D and deployment needs to be the cornerstone of energy innovation policyVarun’s view that VC is not the right model for the new wave of climate innovation technologiesHow climate change priorities and challenges are distributed and regionalHow the influx of Silicon Valley talent into climate tech can be challenged by lack of domain knowledgeHow a “sector-switching” fellowship could help cross-pollinate talent across industries to address climate changeThe importance of India’s energy transitionLinks to topics discussed in this episode:Bio at Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA: https://energypolicy.columbia.edu/dr-varun-sivaram“Taming The Sun”: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/taming-sunNano Solar: http://www.nanosolar.com/Perovskite Solar Cells: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perovskite_solar_cellAAAS Fellowship: https://www.aaas.org/fellowships

Special Guest: Ed Henkler  Ed has been committed to helping those that are visually impaired.  Thriving after Vision Loss: Ensuring that people who have lost their sight shift their goals from surviving to thriving. Dedicated to people experiencing vision loss and those that love them. He also developed https://theblindguide.com/ working with partners and companies on enhancing the opportunities to help blind be successful in the workforce.  Breakdown of today's podcast:First experience with visually impaired people.Creating opportunities for the 70% that are unemployedMisconceptions of blind people and inability to workEducating people on how to assess abilities based on level of impairmentPositions people can thrive inSoftware and tools helping the blind be successfulIntegrated blind people into the workforceGovernment or Non-Profit Funded organizations to help support companiesHow should people interact with blind coworkersTalk to the employee, trust their feelings on how interactions should take placeAdvocacy groups can provide educationWhat can companies do to recruit blind people?Employees need to take initiative to help themselves and also educating the hiring companies. Cost to accommodate is minimalGuidance to people that are blindDo NOT assume the person you are interviewing with gets what it means to be blindOther positions blind people can be successful withEd's partnerships and initiatives Guest InfoEd HenklerFounder of The Blind Guide:Passionate about prevention of blindness and enabling technology for people who are blind or visually impaired. Implementing solutions to improve quality of life and increase the employability of people with visual impairments. https://www.linkedin.com/in/edhenkler/ edhenkler@gmail.com  GLINTER SOCIAL MEDIA AND CONTACT INFO michael@michaelglinter.com (Email) http://bit.ly/michaelglinter (Podcast) http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglinter2 (Linked In) #MichaelAGlinter (Twitter) http://www.facebook.com/michael.glinter (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelGlinter (YouTube) www.michaelglinter.com (Website) 

In today’s episode, we cover:The focus and work of BNP Paribas Asset ManagementMark’s role in sustainability researchSectors of focus for Mark’s teamHow ESG is used as a lens to analyze different sectorsBNP Paribas Asset Management’s track record of Social Responsibility InvestingAsset management industry’s shifting focus into more SRI and ESG investmentsThe thesis that ESG investing will yield a greater return over the long termHow his firm has applied ESG into how the firm and fund managers operateHis firm’s ESG asset rating assigned to companiesHow his firm balances return objectives, values, and sustainability considerationsThe stigma around ESGReasons why ESG leads to better performing companiesMark’s journey to sustainability-focused asset managementHow clients are a major driver behind sustainability investingMark’s view on engaging with non-sustainable companies vs. divestingComparing the global economic toll brought on by COVID-19 with climate change threatsThe need to make the world more resilient and adaptable to climate changeThe opportunity around energy storageHow individuals should think of their own habits and behavior as it relates to climate changeLinks to topics discussed in this episode:BNP Paribas Sustainable Development: https://cib.bnpparibas.com/topics/sustainable+developmentESG: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental,_social_and_corporate_governanceSRI: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socially_responsible_investingSustainalytics: https://www.sustainalytics.com/MSCI: https://www.msci.com/True Cost Initiative: https://truecostsinitiative.org/Wells, Wires and Wheels: https://docfinder.bnpparibas-am.com/api/files/1094E5B9-2FAA-47A3-805D-EF65EAD09A7F

Best Quote is a white-labeled software tool to help contractors make their sales process more efficient. In my conversation with the founder, Jeff Wraley, he details what the journey has been like from commercial construction to now being a sole-founder of a startup. We discuss resources that influence the sales tactics, as well as the role that Best Quote plays for contractors to sell to their customers. The company is currently pre-funding with a self-built MVP. Jeff shares the changes he sees for the construction industry in the next three to five years, as well as the future of Best Quote in that time.Topics in this EpisodeUser experience for contractorsScreening tools for potential clientsThe use of education in the sales processStrategizing sales for small business owners, as well as larger companiesHow to measure the success of customer experienceThe role of technology in the construction industryFinding balance as a solo founderContact InfoWebsite: https://www.bestquoteapp.com/Email: jeff@bestquoteapp.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffwraley/

This episode is a rebroadcast of episode 34. In this interview, I talk with Max Yoder of Lessonly, a training software for 2 specific teams: sales teams and customer service teams. They focus on customer-facing teams, which are faced with the constant challenge of maintaining a high bar of quality, while the processes and tools around them are constantly in flux. This means that for these teams, training and re-training is needed month over month.Topics in the episodeExamples of the user experienceSelling to these specific teams, as opposed to HRWhere Lessonly is now, compared to how it was originally envisionedThe “Better Work Method” and how it is reflected in their teamRemoving features from LessonlyEvaluating partnerships with other companiesHow to evangelize with customersThe value of sharing before it’s readyContact informationLessonly.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/lessonlyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesson.ly/Email: max@lessonly.com

Help Property Managers and Developers get more money sooner (pre-leasing) --- Hi All,One of the ways that Matterport may make its competition irrelevant is offer 3rd party integrations on Steroids.Soon, Matterport will launch 3D Virtual Staging powered by RoOomy (presently in private beta).Imagine that you shoot Matterport of just built multi-family apartment community without furniture in the various apartment types. Now imagine that these same Matterport 3D Tours are virtually staged: not one photo virtual staged, not one 360º virtual staged, but the Matterport 3D Tour virtual staged.When you look at a Matterport 3D Tour with this virtually staged experience by RoOomy, it feels like magic. It's that amazing.In my WGAN-TV interview with RoOomy Head of Business Development Taylor Wilding (above) at Inman Connect New York 2019, Taylor talks about the Matterport strategic alliance with Matterport - first announced 18 December 2017 – and how Matterport Service Providers can make money with RoOomy.com.For Matterport Service Providers, at least three ways to make money with Matterport 3D Tours virtually staged by RoOomy:✓ Matterport 3D Tour scanning✓ Add RoOomy Virtual Staging (make the spread between what you charge and the amount that you pay RoOomy✓ RoOomy will offer a Reseller Program for Matterport Service Providers.Best prospects, according to RoOomy are:✓ multi-family (just built: various apartment or home types)✓ single family home communities (just built: various home styles)✓ developers✓ property management companiesHow to Make Money✓ Showcase every floor plan with virtual staging✓ Property Managers can show properties where tenants have not yet moved out✓ Help Property Managers and Developers get more money sooner (pre-leasing)✓ Evergreen spaces work best (renters do not remodel spaces)"The collaboration between roOomy and Matterport is due to a growing demand by customers for virtual staging of 3D spaces across industries, in particular within multifamily. Property managers, for example, will be able to use virtual staging instead of physically staging model apartments, allowing renters to easily decide on flooring and furniture upgrades and customizations for multifamily units. Interior designers can more easily work with customers to design living spaces," according to the 18 December 2017 Matterport-RoOomy media release.Your thoughts?Best,DanP.S. I will reach out to RoOomy to see if we can get some examples to share in this discussion ... I had a chance to view examples at ICNY19 and they are amazing.

Investing outside of your local market can strike fear into the hearts of even the most savvy real estate investor. But long-distance investing doesn’t need to be extra risky! In fact, today’s guest argues that it might just be the most profitable investing you’ll ever do. Today’s guest, David Greene, a San Francisco real estate investor and agent, shares his incredible process for finding, rehabbing, and managing properties from thousands of miles away. His approach to building a “Core Four” is nothing short of genius and will transform how you run your real estate business, whether you are buying next door or 49 states away. This is one show that could change your real estate strategy forever!In This Episode We Cover:What David’s been up to since the last time he was in the showHow to find the right people to help you find the right propertiesHow to seek out top-notch lendersTips for offering value to people hundreds of miles awayA discussion on whether newbies can invest long distanceThe “Core 4” team members you’ll need when investing in real estate out-of-stateDavid’s thoughts on turnkey companiesHow to overcome the fear of trusting someone you work withAll about David Greene’s new book!And SO much more!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Podcast 169: Using Hustle and Persistence to Build Wealth Through Real Estate with David GreeneBiggerPockets Podcast 254: Tim Ferriss on Real Estate, Becoming a Top Performer and His Tribe of MentorsLong-Distance Real Estate Investing by David GreeneHome on Discovery Bay, CA (House Hunter Episode with David Greene)RentometerBiggerPockets AnalysisBiggerPockets Podcast 248: From Shop Teacher to Multifamily Syndicator with Todd DexheimerBiggerPockets Podcast 227: From Single Family Houses to $130,000,000 in Multifamily with Joe FairlessBiggerPockets Podcast 234: Tenants, Evictions, & The Dark Side of No Money Down with Ryan MurdockBooks Mentioned in this ShowA Curious Mind by Brian GrazerThe ONE thing by Gary Keller and Jay PapasanThe 4-Hour Workweek Tim FerrissThe Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary KellerThe Richest Man in Babylon by George S ClasonPrinciples by Ray DalioFire Round QuestionsOut of town financingFrom NYC to out of state investing HelpHow does investing out of state impact your tax status?Out of state smaller properties?How important is it to have an in-state CPA?Tweetable Topics:“I’m putting a dream team together that runs on autopilot.” (Tweet This!)“The market itself is not quite as important as the success you’ll likely have in that market.” (Tweet This!)“It’s only risky if you’re lazy.” (Tweet This!)“You’re not going to make money right away when you start first doing anything new. It’s only going to be what you learn that will make money later.” (Tweet This!)Connect with DavidDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileDavid’s Facebook ProfileDavid’s Company WebsiteDavid’s Personal Website

One of the most misunderstood celebrity investors in the world is Billionaire Carl Icahn. Luckily for our audience, our guest Mark Stevens was one of the few people to forge a relationship with the unique and un-empathetic investor.In this episode you'll learn about:What “greenmail” is and how Icahn basically got paid for not taking over companiesHow to conduct an activist approach to investingWhy Carl Icahn always wins in a negotiationIf Carl Icahn is truly a bear in the current market conditionsClick here to get full access to our show notes.

When you hear the acronym “BRRRR,” what comes to mind? Winter? Well, today on the BiggerPockets Podcast, we’re going to talk about BRRRR — and, no, we’re not talking about the temperature! On this powerful episode, we dive deep into one of the most popular and exciting strategies for real estate investors today — the BRRRR strategy (Buy-Rehab-Rent-Refinance-Repeat). We talk with Ben Walhood, a real estate investor from the Chicago suburbs who has found tremendous success buying properties in several states using BRRRR, as well as several other strategies. You’ll learn why it took Ben nearly ten years to “take off” as an investor, as well as the best tips he has for finding success today. Grab a notebook and pencil — because this is one show you’ll want to take some notes!In This Episode We Cover:Tips for switching from the linear path of a sales person to a real estate investorWhat a “no doc loan” isHow Ben bought his first house in college to house hackHow he learns each market he gets intoThe story of how he failed horribly on his second dealWhat to do when you get calls from tenants in the middle of the nightWhy every strategy could workHow he got better with his type of properties over timeThe best deal he’s hadWhy you have to fail to succeedTips on the BRRRR strategyHow many properties Ben hasWhat you should know about CapExTips for using insurance companiesHow to perform a walkthrough of a typical BRRRR dealThe downsides to this strategyTips for short-term financing through crowdfundingWhere is Ben going with his investingHow we was able to quit his job through investingAnd SO much more!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Calculators (includes BRRR Calculator)RealtySharesBP Podcast 151: Finding Your “Freedom Number” with Clayton MorrisBiggerPockets ForumsBooks Mentioned in this ShowRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiThe Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon TurnerInvesting in Real Estate by Gary EldredRich Dad’s CASHFLOW Quadrant by Robert KiyosakiEat That Frog! by Brian TracyTweetable Topics:“I just hated the idea of throwing away money on rent every month.” (Tweet This!)“Find people that choose to rent and not ones that need to rent.” (Tweet This!)“I had to try and fail before I could figure out what success looked like.” (Tweet This!)“It’s all about putting in the right people and putting some terms in your lease.” (Tweet This!)Connect with BenBen’s BiggerPockets ProfileBen’s LinkedInBen’s Company Profile

Most entrepreneurs are more left-brained, while the right-brained people stick more with creatives. In this episode, Stephen Key shares how you can use both groups of people and turn your ideas into licensing goldmines. Stephen is an inventor, entrepreneur, and educator who has licensed and patented multiple products in three decades. He wrote the book One Simple Idea as a tell-all of how you can rent out an idea and create cash flow. If the worst ideas can roll in that income, imagine what a great idea would generate.Some Topics We Discussed Include:How to “Rent” your ideas vs selling themYou can license anythingWhy you shouldn’t have the ideaHow to use “The Multiplying Effect” for exponential resultsWhat Stephen would have done differently if he were starting todayFeeding the Idea MonsterHow to use “Design Schools” as Gold MinesHow to make the first approach to licenseesHow to create easy leverage points to win over both sides of a dealWhy you don’t need to have an eye for opportunityWhy you don’t have to do much (or any) real workShould you have a standard licensing agreement?Other opportunities for licensingPotential profit as licensing agentMinimum guarantees and performance clausesShould you ask for money upfrontLicensing the same idea to different industriesLicensing to Coca-ColaCapitalizing off unmanufactured productsUsing the Ad agency as side doorHow to introduce yourself to ad agenciesHow to introduce yourself directly to a companyTapping the right departments and guiding your contactsWhere to start when there’s too many companies to contactTaking advantage of Google product searchWhy the dumbest ideas in the world can still get licensedWhat markets and industries are hotWhere to find product designersWhere to start building key relationshipsInvention vs. innovationIs publishing really licensing?Reverse ghostwritingCreating for the marketplacePutting the pieces together, connecting to dots, and creating leverage pointsHow Stephen become a Disney licenseeLeveraging the name of bigger brandsWhat is inventRight? What makes it different?Stephen’s thoughts on invention submission companiesHow to become an idea agentFinding a home for your ideaStephen’s upcoming projectsLearn more about Stephen and get the full shownotes at https://baconwrappedbusiness.com/stephen-key/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How To Rate and Review Us»Join the Bacon Wrapped Business Community today: Bacon Wrapped Business on FacebookBrad Costanzo on FacebookBrad Costanzo on LinkedInBrad Costanzo on YouTubeBrad Costanzo on Twitter