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What happens when your body nearly kills you, your mom is given 2 months to live, and your best friend takes his own life? For James Benefico, founder and CEO of Organic Muscle, those three tragedies became the fuel for one of the most powerful wellness movements in the country.In this episode of the Mental Healness Podcast, I sit down with James Benefico — founder of Organic Muscle, the #1 USDA certified organic pre-workout in the country, and co-host of The Jesus Way Podcast. James opens up about the near-death experience that launched his company, the hospital room that changed his view of the medical system forever, and the spiritual journey that brought him back from the brink.We talk about:The pre-workout that nearly killed him and launched a companyThe hospital room conversation that exposed the gap between medicine and nutritionHow grief and tragedy became the foundation for his purposeWhat real faith looks like vs. what mainstream religion teachesHow grief, grief work, and grief processing lead to compassionHow to build positive momentum in your life, one small win at a timeHow to treat your body as a temple, not a trophyIf you're working on your mental health, your physical health, or your spiritual health — this conversation is for you.RESOURCES & SUPPORT:All My Links (Coaching, Courses, Merch): https://link.me/mentalhealnessOrganic Muscle: https://www.organicmuscle.comThe Jesus Way Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFbm5evOciDLczBB1FNKpAFollow James on Instagram: @jamesBenefico

Brand isn't meant to start the fire — it's the accelerant. And you can't accelerate something that isn't already moving.By the time Giga came to Focus Lab, the fire was already burning. They had traction, product-market fit, and a proven model. What they didn't have was a way to package, position, and communicate what they'd built.In this episode of The Debrief, Focus Lab CEO Bill Kenney sits down with Sam Burns, Head of Marketing at Giga Energy, to relive the rebrand that helped a fast-moving manufacturing company build trust, attract top-tier talent, and scale into new markets — all without losing who they are.Tune in to hear:Why founder buy-in means more than just signing off on a logoThe case for slowing down, and why it's the hardest sell at a fast-moving companyThe downstream business impact of getting your brand rightHow to build a brand system that scales across your organizationIf you're a founder or B2B marketing leader trying to figure out when (and how) to invest in brand, this one's for you.---Episode Resources:Check out Giga EnergyGiga Energy x Focus Lab Case Study---Focus Lab is an established B2B brand agency that believes, without question, that the most successful companies are the ones who invest in branding. Focus Lab creates transformative B2B brands that resonate with their customers and stand out as industry leaders. Through a proven process and a shared commitment to create unforgettable experiences, we develop true partnerships that help B2B brands become their boldest, most original selves.Subscribe to our newsletterConnect with us on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow us on Instagram

In this episode, Angel sits down with real estate investor and certified property manager Jason Martins to discuss what it really takes to build and operate a successful property management company. Jason shares his journey from working in radio to managing properties full-time, the realities of property management, the role of technology in modern operations, and why investors should consider bringing management in-house as they grow their portfolios.Topics CoveredProperty management as a business and career pathJason Martins' transition from radio broadcasting to real estateHow a side hustle grew into a full-time property management companyThe advantages of in-house property management for multifamily investorsWhy property management is not passive incomeThe importance of education, certifications, and industry organizationsBuilding systems, vendor networks, and operational infrastructureCommon challenges property managers face with tenants and ownersThe emotional side of managing residents and difficult situationsHow technology has transformed property management operationsRemote property management and managing from out of stateImproving tenant communication through online portals and automationTips for investors considering starting their own property management companyQuotes"Property management isn't passive income. It's a full-time job and, in many ways, a 24-hour-a-day responsibility." — Jason Martins"Technology has completely changed property management. Today, you can manage properties from anywhere while creating a better experience for both owners and tenants." — Jason MartinsConnect with Jason https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-martins-cpm%C2%AE-741a7654/Connect with Angel https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-williams-re/

Today's conversation is with Scott Weir - entrepreneur, property investor, founder of Pillow Partners and Pillow Safe Havens, and a Krav Maga instructor.But Scott's story starts in a very different place.He grew up in an incredibly difficult environment raised by a single alcoholic mother, often living without electricity, stealing food to survive, and surrounded by people heading down dangerous paths involving crime and drugs.In this conversation, Scott shares how he escaped that environment by joining the Royal Navy at just 16 years old, saving his wages while at sea, and buying his first buy-to-let property at only 17.We discuss the mindset required to break generational patterns, the importance of environment, and how Scott navigated seeing childhood friends fall into crime and heroin while he pursued a completely different path.Scott also opens up about being diagnosed with dyslexia later in life, how that completely changed the way he viewed himself intellectually, and why he now sees his neurodivergent brain as both a superpower and something that nearly destroyed his business twice.We also dive into martial arts, Krav Maga, business growth, building Pillow Partners over the last 20 years, adapting a company to survive modern economic pressures, and his outspoken views on UK politics, property ownership, and the future of entrepreneurship in Britain.Expect to learn:How Scott's childhood shaped his early outlook but did not define his futureHow he avoided the dangerous paths many around him fell intoWhy he joined the Royal Navy at 16How he bought his first property at 17The impact being diagnosed with dyslexia had on his confidence and identityWhy neurodivergence can be both a gift and a challenge in businessHow Scott built Pillow Partners into a major property management companyThe lessons martial arts and Krav Maga taught him about discipline and leadershipHow he's transformed the business to make it “bulletproof”Our concerns about UK politics and the future of property investingWhat success looks like for him approaching 50This was a powerful conversation about resilience, escaping your environment, reinvention, entrepreneurship, and creating a completely different life from the one you were born into.Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Get my Linkedin for Sales Guide - https://colcambro.kit.com/products/linked-in-personal-brand-for-sellingGet my Peak Productivity BLUEPRINT - https://colcambro.kit.com/products/peak-performance-blueprint Make Millionaire Money Moves - https://millionaire-fhcpmlvz.manus.space Book a conversation about Private Medical Insurance with Lewis & Mark - lewis.mitchell@wpa-hcp.org.uk and Mark.McKenzie@wpa-hcp.org.uk Connect with Scott:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottweirofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottweirofficial/ Website: https://hosts.pillowpartners.com/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

There is a lot of buzz lately about replacing teams, automating everything, and becoming a “company of one” with AI. But here's the problem: if your business is already chaotic, AI won't fix it - it will scale the chaos.In this episode of The Scalable Expert podcast, Tara breaks down a huge misconception happening in online business right now: treating AI like a business model instead of a tool inside a scalable business model.Because the real issue isn't AI.The real issue is founder-dependent delivery.If your expertise still lives entirely in your head… if your business only works because you are personally holding everything together… adding more AI tools, automations, or “AI employees” won't create freedom. It just creates more complexity to manage.This episode dives into:Why “replace your company with AI” is misleadingThe danger of scaling chaos instead of building structureHow AI should support your business - not become your businessWhy most experts are still the bottleneck in their own companyThe difference between a founder-dependent business and a scalable business modelHow to think strategically about AI instead of reactivelyWhy your methodology matters more than automationThe role of systems, structure, and scalable delivery in long-term growthHow to maintain control of your business while leveraging AI effectivelyThis is an exciting conversation - because for the first time, more business owners are questioning the traditional “grow a giant company” model and looking for a smarter path to scale.The goal isn't to remove yourself from your business completely.The goal is to stop being the engine that everything depends on.You are not the business model.Your methodology should be.If you're trying to figure out how to use AI without losing your strategy, your customer experience, or your sanity, this episode is for you.Chapters00:00 – The AI rant begins01:18 – “Replace your company with AI”02:38 – The dangerous promise behind AI hype03:40 – What happens when automation replaces strategy04:18 – Why traditional scaling never fit05:43 – The real problem with “company of one” messaging06:34 – AI is a tool, not a business model07:22 – Why most AI systems create overwhelm08:30 – The hidden chaos behind “AI employees”09:44 – Start with structure before automation10:42 – The problem with shiny-object business building12:25 – Where AI actually fits inside a scalable business13:33 – Why scattered businesses struggle with AI14:23 – How to use AI strategically15:14 – Final thoughts on scalable business modelsReady to package your expertise into a scalable business model that grows without requiring more of your time and attention?Apply for the Scalable Expert Mentorship™ and learn how to build your Signature Pathway, scalable delivery systems, and a business that runs on your methodology - not your constant presence.Most expert business owners hit a ceiling that has nothing to do with their expertise.The revenue stalls. The calendar fills.And every strategy they've tried; adding new offers, more marketing, a bigger team adds complexity without changing the results.That's a structural problem.And this podcast is about the specific model that solves it.I'm Tara Bryan, creator of the Infinite Scale Method™ and host of The Scalable Expert.Each week I break down exactly how established expert business owners package their methodology, build a Signature Pathway, and create a business that scales without them in every session.No hustle culture. No generic growth advice. Just the structural work that separates an expert business that's dependent on you from one that runs because of you.If you're earning $100K–$1M and wondering why nothing you've tried has compounded this show is for you.Want to learn more?Take the free Scalable Expert Audit™, 10 questions, instant results, your structural gap identified in 5-7 minutes.New episodes every week.If this episode was useful... Share it with one expert business owner who's hit the same ceiling. A review on Apple Podcasts helps more of the right people find the show and takes less than two minutes. → Leave a review: Apple Podcasts→ Subscribe: Apple Podcasts · WebsiteMentioned in this episode:https://taralbryan.com/step/15-learn-to-scale-call

Tony O'Neill surfs 200 days a year, runs an executive search firm from the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, and lives a life most agency owners assume they have to retire before earning. Here's the part no one talks about: it didn't come from selling the business or stepping back from the desk. He's still billing, still in Pinnacle Society conversations, and still committed to another fifteen years in the seat. The life came from a decision he made fifteen years ago to reverse-engineer everything and to build a brand, not a search firm.  This conversation is the playbook. Tony walks through the brick wall he hit in year one, the consultants who saved his business, and why he chose an outdoor sporting goods niche his mentors told him was too small. He explains why he switched from contingent to retained in year three, why he refuses contingent work today even with the perfect candidate already in his inbox, and why owning the client relationship is the non-negotiable that separates high-performance firms from everyone else. Then he breaks down the 2024 pivot that added over six figures to his revenue. When his niche got hit, he called every past client to ask how he could improve, and got certified in DISC and Predictive Index. He built behavioral assessments into his proposals with an extended warranty, priced them higher than felt comfortable, and turned them into a recurring revenue line. His framing for clients: two-thirds of hires industry-wide are bad hires, and the assessment moves the customer from a .333 batting average to .500. MILLEE — The judgment that separates big billers the reframe that regains control of a stalling process, the move when a candidate goes quiet — usually takes years on the desk. Millee analyzes every live deal and builds the exact strategy you need, powered by a curated knowledge base from elite recruiters. It's encoded intuition. Before every call you get sharp contextual preparation. In your inbox, high-caliber emails are already drafted. Users save an hour a day on email alone. Try Millee free for 30 days: https://www.millee.ai/ ATLAS — The resume never tells the full story. Candidates share what really matters in conversations: motivations, salary expectations, plans to relocate. Most of that ends up buried in notes. Atlas captures every conversation automatically and turns it into something you can use. With MagicSearch, you can ask "who talked about wanting a four-day week" or "who's open to relocating next year" and pull answers from your entire database instantly. Atlas customers report over 40% EBITDA growth and over 80% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform. Unlock your exclusive listener offer: https://recruitwithatlas.com  What You'll Learn: Why Tony refuses contingent work, even when the perfect candidate is already in his inboxThe brick wall every new search firm owner hits in year one and the consultants who break itHow he chose a "too small" niche and built a brand recruiters confuse for a sporting goods companyThe 2024 pivot that added six figures: DISC, Predictive Index, and extended warranties built into the proposalWhy two-thirds of hires industry-wide are bad and how to get your client to bat .500Tony's daily operating system: 10am-3:30pm prime selling time, sauna, cold plunge, algorithm starvationThe two books behind the business: Million Dollar Consulting and The Four AgreementsWhy "freedom requires discipline" is the principle every search firm owner has to internalize first   Connect with Tony O'Neill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/outdoorindustryrecruiter/

Guest: Pedro Rodriguez — Production, Owl Roofing Guest Links: Instagram: @P1Rodriguez | Website: https://owlroofing.comInside the real tension between sales, marketing, and production at a brand-new roofing company. Pedro Rodriguez runs production at Owl Roofing, the new Minneapolis venture that hit nearly half a million in sold revenue in its first real month. In this episode, the conversation gets raw about the friction that comes with going aggressive on marketing out of the gate: lead overflow, the sales-to-production handoff, scrambling to fulfill what marketing promises, and why most roofing companies stay stuck at $2-3M for years.You'll learn:Why aggressive marketing creates production tension and how to manage itThe sales-to-production handoff problem (and the document that fixes it)Why 200 pictures per inspection isn't excessive, it's the bare minimumHow to spend 10% on marketing without breaking your companyThe choice between hiring veterans vs training from scratchWhy they're recruiting $1M reps to turn into $2M reps (not chasing $3-5M superstars)How to build master networkers, not just master door knockersWhy manufacturers (GAF, Iko, Owens Corning) will determine the future of roofingThe bottleneck every new business owner hits and how to delegate around itReal numbers: $487K in month one, 25 leads a week from marketing aloneHow to keep retail roofing healthy without depending on stormsWhy the right culture reinvigorates burned-out reps from bad ownership

Send us Fan MailInteresting things about the distillery:This is an MGP product, but not their normal mashbill or mashbills Key MGP Mashbills:Rye Whiskey: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley.High Rye Bourbon: 60% Corn, 36% Rye, 4% Malted Barley.Low Rye Bourbon: 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley.Wheated Bourbon: 51% Corn, 45% Wheat, 4% Malted Barley.Light Whiskey: 99% Corn, 1% Malted BarleyThis was bottled by a small winery in Elizabeth, Indiana, for a distribution companyThe winery does not even list this bottle on its websiteI believe this is a white-labeling beverage companyAll their liquor is made in Lawrenceburg, INCan't seem to figure out this brand. They are based in Indiana but also have a large following in New Zealand for this bottle and their copper still brand. Our Bottle: 51% corn 45% wheat 4% barley Aged 3 yearsAll Doc Whiskey bottles are single-barrelUncut and unfiltered Support the showWebsite:www.whiskeychaserspod.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/whiskeychaserspodcastInsta:https://www.instagram.com/whiskeychaserspodcast/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeychaserspodcastThanks For Listening! Tell a Friend!

SECURE YOUR SPOT FOR THE:MULTI-AGENT ORCHESTRATION AI COURSE: https://multiplai.ai/multi-agent-orchestration-course/What if your business could run before you even start your day?That's not a futuristic promise—it's already happening. Imagine waking up to client proposals written, content created, and opportunities queued up… all without touching your keyboard.In this episode, you'll learn how shifting from “using AI tools” to building AI teams can unlock massive growth, efficiency, and entirely new revenue streams—without scaling headcount.Instead of chatting with AI, start designing systems where AI works for you. This episode breaks down the exact infrastructure, mindset, and real-world use cases to help you get there.In this session, you'll discover:The critical mindset shift: from AI as a tool to AI as a workforceHow to structure AI agents, orchestrators, and workflows like a real companyThe concept of “evergreen documents” and why they solve AI memory limitationsHow to build a shared AI-human workspace that eliminates copy-paste chaosThe architecture behind multi-agent systems (agents, skills, plugins, orchestrators)A real AI content engine that increased LinkedIn impressions by 147%How to automate proposal generation directly from client callsThe system behind a fully automated AI news research and production pipelineWhy “the moat isn't the model”—and how to stay flexible across AI toolsHow to keep control with human-in-the-loop checkpointsAbout Leveraging AIThe Ultimate AI Course for Business People: https://multiplai.ai/ai-course/YouTube Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Multiplai_AI/Connect with Isar Meitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarmeitis/ Join our Live Sessions, AI Hangouts and newsletter: https://services.multiplai.ai/eventsIf you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!

Most entrepreneurs are giving themselves the wrong advice. Not because they're lazy, and not because they haven't read enough business books — but because the business advice industry doesn't sort itself by phase. So they end up doing the right things at the wrong time: hiring a fractional COO when they need ten new clients, building complicated org charts when they still can't take a weekend off, choosing typography when they should be making sales calls.In this episode, Chris Cooper walks through the four phases every entrepreneur moves through — and most get stuck in: Founder, Farmer, Tinker, and Chief.It's a preview of his rewritten book Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Chief — originally published in 2018 as Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief. The first three phases are sharper. The fourth is completely reimagined.You'll learn:Why building a business is a triathlon, not a marathon — and why the stroke that wins the swim will crash you on the bikeThe primary goal, the primary trap, and the exit signal for each of the four phasesWhy "Thief" became "Chief" in the rewrite — and what it really takes to build a movement instead of a companyThe six parts of a real movement — and why your competitor is never your villainA five-minute audit you can run on yourself this week to figure out which phase you're actually inThere's also a twist in this episode — one the audience doesn't see coming. Stay until the end.Listen, subscribe, and share with the entrepreneur who needs to hear it.

In this follow-up episode, Clinton James sits down again with Toby Clem of Restoration Advisers to dive deeper into what it really takes to grow a restoration company that doesn't depend on the owner.If your business still runs off memory, gut decisions, and “just figuring it out,” this episode is for you.Clinton and Toby break down:Why running your business from memory will eventually hold you backHow simple systems (SOPs) can create consistency, better results, and more profitThe real reason owners struggle to delegate—and how to fix itWhat it takes to develop leaders inside your companyThe mindset shift required to step out of the truck and into true ownershipThey also share practical, no-fluff action steps you can start this month:Track the right KPIs weeklySet a consistent leadership meeting rhythmBuild your first system around a real pain pointThis episode is all about helping restoration owners get unstuck, build stronger teams, and create a business that can grow without them being involved in everything.Toby also shares details about the Restoration Advisers Montana Business Retreat, happening June 23–24 in Whitefish, Montana.This is a small, no-vendor, no-pitch mastermind where restoration owners come together to talk through real challenges, share ideas, and learn from each other.Open to all restoration owners (not just clients)Limited attendance for real conversationsFocused on your biggest business challengesHeld near Glacier National Park-----If you're serious about growing your business and want to be around other driven restoration owners, this is worth checking out.https://restorationadvisers.com/montana2026-847608-----Looking to generate more high-quality leads that turn into onsite visits and jobs?Book a discovery call with the Water Restoration Marketing team:https://waterrestorationmarketing.com/discovery-call/

Jens Nielsen left a 25-year IT career and went from 40-unit goal to managing 2,700 units — here's the exact path he took to scale commercial real estate.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Jens Nielsen — a former IT professional turned commercial real estate investor and high-performance coach — to break down how he went from a linear 10-year plan to managing over 2,700 units across multifamily, industrial, and flex space.Jens covers:How he started with a fourplex for $115K and scaled from thereWhy he ditched single-family immediately and went straight to small multifamilyThe mindset shift that unlocked syndications and other people's moneyWhy he pivoted from apartments to industrial and flex space when rates roseHow the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) helped him manage a vertically integrated property management companyThe bridge loan mistake he'll never repeat — and what he does insteadHow high-performance coaching helped him earn more in his first year out of his W2 than ever beforeWhy he believes we'll all wish we bought more real estate in 2026This one is for investors who are still thinking one deal at a time and need to see what happens when you stop thinking linearly.

Episode: Jean Thompson, CEO of Maeve ChocolateWhat does it take to rescue a chocolate company after a literal earthquake, a departing CEO, and a distributor bankruptcy — all while raising kids and drawing no salary? Jean Thompson, founder and CEO of Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolate), knows firsthand.In this episode, Mark sits down with his longtime entrepreneur friend Jean for one of the most candid founder stories you'll hear. After nine years of losing money, taking on home equity loans, and at least one roadside panic attack, Jean built a thriving, values-driven chocolate company — and rebranded it entirely in year 33.In this episode, you'll hear:How a Seattle earthquake in 2001 accidentally made Jean the owner of a failing chocolate companyWhy "this housewife is going to take the company to its knees" became her rocket fuel for yearsThe brutal cash flow reality of physical product businesses — and why growth almost killed themWhat Jean saw visiting cocoa farms in Ghana (including tribespeople tasting chocolate for the first time)Why she turned down Ferrari of Seattle during her divorce to keep the chocolate companyThe bold, all-or-nothing rebrand from Seattle Chocolate to Maeve — named after a fierce Irish warrior queenHow immersive factory experiences, pop-ups, and a viral book collaboration sold out an entire year's inventory in 36 hoursBuilding an "evergreen" company designed to outlast youKey Themes: Founder resilience, ethical supply chains, experiential retail, rebranding, sustainable growth, women in business, the experience economyLinks & Resources:

Building a successful business isn't just about working harder or having the best ideas. At some point, every owner hits a wall where growth stops being about individual effort and starts being about leadership, systems, and the team around you.In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, host Adam Robin sits down with entrepreneur and business leader Spencer Shoemaker to talk about the leadership shift every growing business owner must make. Spencer shares lessons from the last year of building and scaling multiple companies, including the realization that trying to be the most important person in the room eventually becomes the biggest bottleneck to growth. Instead of answering every question and solving every problem himself, he explains how stepping back, developing leaders, and empowering the team creates real momentum inside an organization. They also dive into the practical side of leadership: hiring the right people, holding team members accountable, creating clear standards, and building systems that make it easier for teams to win.Throughout the conversation, Spencer introduces the Momentum Formula, a simple framework that helps leaders diagnose why a team or business might feel stuck and what to fix first. Together, they explore:Why many business owners unknowingly become the biggest bottleneck in their companyThe leadership shift from “doing everything” to building and developing a strong teamWhy allowing team members to make mistakes is critical for real growthHow hiring for values and alignment matters more than hiring for experienceWhy accountability and clear standards are essential for scaling a companyThe Momentum Formula: Vision, Motivation, Roadmap, and CapabilityHow to diagnose whether a team problem is about clarity, motivation, systems, or skillWhy simple systems and clear processes reduce overwhelm and improve executionThe leadership mindset required to grow multiple businesses without burning outIf you're a private practice owner, entrepreneur, or leader trying to scale your business without becoming the bottleneck, this episode will give you practical frameworks and leadership insights you can apply immediately.

“If you're not willing to invest in people, you probably shouldn't be an entrepreneur.” — Chris CarterIn this episode of Evolving Your Workplace, host Carol Schultz sits down with Chris Carter, Founder and CEO of Approyo, to discuss the hard realities founders face when building and scaling a company — particularly inside the highly complex SAP ecosystem. From hiring mistakes to enterprise technology transformations, Chris shares candid insights drawn from decades of experience working with SAP systems and leading a global technology company. Chris explains how he came out of retirement in 2011 to start Approyo and quickly discovered one of the most common traps founders fall into: trying to do everything themselves. Early in the company's growth, he delayed hiring key leadership roles and found himself stretched across operations, technology, sales, and management. Looking back, he believes bringing in strong operators earlier would have accelerated growth and prevented unnecessary strain.The conversation explores why leadership teams must be built around complementary strengths. Chris describes this balance as a “yin and yang” dynamic between visionary founders and operational leaders who can manage the day-to-day execution required to scale a company.Carol and Chris also dive into the realities of competing in the enterprise technology space. As the SAP ecosystem experiences one of the largest upgrade cycles in its history, companies are under pressure to migrate legacy systems to modern cloud platforms. Yet many organizations continue to delay these transitions due to cost concerns, internal resistance to change, and employees reluctant to learn new systems.Chris also highlights a growing challenge across the industry: talent shortages and an aging workforce within the SAP ecosystem. With many experienced professionals nearing retirement, companies are struggling to attract younger talent — while at the same time expecting new hires to bring real-world experience rather than just academic credentials.The discussion also addresses the growing role of AI in enterprise technology. Chris shares how he is actively experimenting with emerging AI tools to build applications, automate processes, and help companies understand how artificial intelligence will reshape enterprise systems in the coming years.The episode closes with a conversation about leadership culture. Chris believes successful companies are built by combining accountability with empathy — creating environments where employees are trusted to deliver results while being treated with respect and flexibility.The message is clear: scaling a company requires more than technology or strategy. It requires leaders who know when to delegate, how to build balanced teams, and why investing in people is the foundation of long-term growth.Key topics covered:Why founders often wait too long to hire key leadership rolesThe leadership “yin and yang” between vision and operational executionLessons learned from building a global SAP consulting companyThe massive global migration from legacy SAP systems to cloud platformsWhy many organizations delay enterprise technology upgradesTalent shortages and workforce challenges in the SAP ecosystemWhy real-world experience matters more than degrees in modern hiringThe growing role of AI in enterprise software and business operationsBuilding company culture through accountability, trust, and empathyConnect With Host Carol SchultzFind more information about our host Carol Schultz and her company at Vertical Elevation, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Want to be our next guest expert? Email cat.gloria@verticalelevation.com with your information.And of course, click "follow" to stay up-to-date on new episodes and leave an honest review/rating letting us know what you thought!

In the 2022 Hulu documentary Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons, director Matt Tyrnauer explores the deeply entwined relationship between billionaire Les Wexner and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein served as Wexner's financial manager and was granted sweeping power of attorney in 1991—giving him extensive control over Wexner's assets. The series portrays how Epstein leveraged that influence to ingratiate himself into the fashion world and presumed modeling circles, sometimes falsely representing himself as a Victoria's Secret recruiter. Wexner declined direct interviews; instead, he issued written denials, including claims that he was never aware of Epstein's abuse, even though there were multiple early warning signs ignored by him and the companyThe docuseries also makes a compelling case that Epstein's association significantly tarnished the Victoria's Secret brand. It draws direct lines from allegations—such as those from model Alicia Arden and artist Maria Farmer—that Epstein used the guise of modeling to exploit women, to the brand's eventual cultural decline amid #MeToo backlash and reputational damage. Although Wexner publicly framed the relationship as a misplaced trust that ended years before Epstein's arrest, the documentary underscores how Epstein's control and access may have facilitated his crimes—and how Wexner's delayed distancing, combined with a failure to act on internal warnings, contributed to institutional complicity.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/mysterious-billionaire-behind-jeffrey-epstein-095140216.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

In the 2022 Hulu documentary Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons, director Matt Tyrnauer explores the deeply entwined relationship between billionaire Les Wexner and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein served as Wexner's financial manager and was granted sweeping power of attorney in 1991—giving him extensive control over Wexner's assets. The series portrays how Epstein leveraged that influence to ingratiate himself into the fashion world and presumed modeling circles, sometimes falsely representing himself as a Victoria's Secret recruiter. Wexner declined direct interviews; instead, he issued written denials, including claims that he was never aware of Epstein's abuse, even though there were multiple early warning signs ignored by him and the companyThe docuseries also makes a compelling case that Epstein's association significantly tarnished the Victoria's Secret brand. It draws direct lines from allegations—such as those from model Alicia Arden and artist Maria Farmer—that Epstein used the guise of modeling to exploit women, to the brand's eventual cultural decline amid #MeToo backlash and reputational damage. Although Wexner publicly framed the relationship as a misplaced trust that ended years before Epstein's arrest, the documentary underscores how Epstein's control and access may have facilitated his crimes—and how Wexner's delayed distancing, combined with a failure to act on internal warnings, contributed to institutional complicity.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/mysterious-billionaire-behind-jeffrey-epstein-095140216.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In the 2022 Hulu documentary Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons, director Matt Tyrnauer explores the deeply entwined relationship between billionaire Les Wexner and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein served as Wexner's financial manager and was granted sweeping power of attorney in 1991—giving him extensive control over Wexner's assets. The series portrays how Epstein leveraged that influence to ingratiate himself into the fashion world and presumed modeling circles, sometimes falsely representing himself as a Victoria's Secret recruiter. Wexner declined direct interviews; instead, he issued written denials, including claims that he was never aware of Epstein's abuse, even though there were multiple early warning signs ignored by him and the companyThe docuseries also makes a compelling case that Epstein's association significantly tarnished the Victoria's Secret brand. It draws direct lines from allegations—such as those from model Alicia Arden and artist Maria Farmer—that Epstein used the guise of modeling to exploit women, to the brand's eventual cultural decline amid #MeToo backlash and reputational damage. Although Wexner publicly framed the relationship as a misplaced trust that ended years before Epstein's arrest, the documentary underscores how Epstein's control and access may have facilitated his crimes—and how Wexner's delayed distancing, combined with a failure to act on internal warnings, contributed to institutional complicity.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/mysterious-billionaire-behind-jeffrey-epstein-095140216.html

The data necessary to achieve the promise of precision medicine are now available with low-cost whole-genome sequencing, microbiome analysis, proteomics, and other large datasets. Bioscope has developed a team of AI personas to help clinicians realize that promise in a way that will revolutionize the practice of medicine.In this episode, Sandy Vance speaks with Don Brown, MD, Founder and CEO of Bioscope, about how AI and large-scale biological data are converging to make precision medicine practical for clinicians. They explore Don's entrepreneurial journey, the origins of Bioscope, and how a subscription-based, clinician-first approach is shaping the future of personalized care.In this episode, they talk about:Don Brown's unconventional journey from double-wide to CEO of a groundbreaking companyThe inspiration behind founding Bioscope and the problem it was created to solveHow Don's “entrepreneurial bat signal” attracted talent, partners, and early momentumWhy Bioscope began by partnering with concierge medical practices rather than large health systemsHow Bioscope's per-patient, per-year subscription model works in practiceReal-world use cases and early case studies demonstrating clinical impactWhat the current early rollout looks like and where Bioscope is headed nextA Little About Don:Don Brown, MD, is a serial software entrepreneur, physician, and leader in precision medicine. Over his career, he has founded and scaled multiple groundbreaking technology companies, including Software Artistry, Interactive Intelligence, LifeOmic, and most recently Bioscope.AI. His companies have collectively generated billions in value through public offerings and acquisitions by organizations such as IBM, Genesys, and Fountain Life. In addition to his entrepreneurial work, Don is an active advisor, investor, and philanthropist, including a $30 million gift that established the Brown Immunotherapy Center at Indiana University School of Medicine.Don holds a bachelor's degree in physics and a master's degree in computer science from Indiana University, an MD from Indiana University School of Medicine, and a master's degree in biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University. A lifelong learner, he is fluent in multiple languages, an instrument-rated pilot, an avid outdoorsman, and the author of Understanding Life. He currently serves as Founder and CEO of Bioscope.AI, where he is focused on transforming how clinicians use data to deliver personalized care.

In this episode of Owned and Operated, John Wilson is joined by Sam Preston (CEO of Service Scalers) to break down how smart home service operators should budget for marketing in 2026. They explain why one-size-fits-all marketing budgets don't work, how to reverse-engineer spend from the number of leads you actually need, and why most companies don't have a lead problem—they have an execution problem.This conversation goes deep on gross profit–based budgeting, flexible marketing spend, and the exact frameworks operators use to decide what to scale, cut, test, or deploy in emergencies.What you'll learn in this episode:Why marketing budgets should be based on gross profit, not revenueHow to calculate marketing spend by backing into daily lead requirementsThe difference between budgeting for a new business vs. a 10-year-old companyThe 4 (plus 1) marketing budget buckets every operator should useA simple kill vs. scale framework to test marketing channels without guesswork

In this episode of The Venture Capital Podcast (VC.fm), we sit down with Paul Allen, founder of Ancestry.com, to explore how public-domain data, viral growth, and platform risk shaped one of the most iconic internet businesses—and how AI is about to transform government, media, and civic life.Paul breaks down the original insight behind Ancestry's billion-dollar IPO, why genealogy was always a massive market hiding in plain sight, and the hard lessons he learned building on top of platforms like Facebook. We then go deep into his latest ventures, including CitizenPortal.ai and Elected.ai, which aim to use AI to bring transparency, efficiency, and accountability to government at every level.This is a wide-ranging conversation on AI, startups, platforms, public data, and the future of governance—with sharp insights for founders, investors, and operators navigating the next technological wave.In this episode, we cover:How Ancestry used public-domain data to build a multi-billion-dollar companyThe hidden size of the genealogy market (and how Paul validated it early)Scaling fast on platforms—and what happens when the platform pulls the plugViral growth loops before paid ads, Facebook, or Google distributionCitizenPortal.ai: turning public meetings into objective local news using AIElected.ai: dashboards for 500,000 elected officials to improve governanceUsing AI and automation to reduce government waste and improve servicesThe future of AI, privacy, and why society may split into two pathsWhy AI could uplift humanity—or deepen control, depending on design choicesIf you care about AI, startups, venture capital, govtech, public data, or building durable companies, this episode is for you.Follow the PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/venturecapitalfm/Twitter: https://twitter.com/vcpodcastfmLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venturecapitalfm/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7BQimY8NJ6cr617lqtRr7N?si=ftylo2qHQiCgmT9dfloD_g&nd=1&dlsi=7b868f1b72094351Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/venture-capital/id1575351789Website: https://www.venturecapital.fm/Follow Jon BradshawLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrbradshaw/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjonbradshaw/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrjonbradshawFollow Peter HarrisLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudentInstagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpeteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@peterharris2812

What happens when the “safe” path stops feeling right? In this episode, we sit down with Eric Weber, a real estate entrepreneur who left corporate America, built and sold a successful real estate services company, and now focuses on real estate development and giving back.Eric shares what it really took to walk away from stability, how a side hustle quietly turned into a scalable business, and why fulfillment, culture, and purpose ultimately mattered more than the paycheck. We also talk about leadership, risk, and using success as a platform to make a difference.Topics CoveredMaking the leap from corporate America to entrepreneurshipTurning a side hustle into a scalable real estate businessBuilding recurring, service-based revenueWhat it takes to grow and eventually sell a companyThe importance of culture, vision, and leadershipKnowing when it's time to make a changeUsing business success to give backLessons that apply to entrepreneurs, professionals, and leadersAbout Our GuestEric Weber is a real estate entrepreneur, developer, and former founder of 33 Realty, a real estate services company he built and successfully sold. He is also the Chairman of the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, where he applies his business and leadership experience to making a meaningful impact.Level Up Labs Event InfoThis conversation is part of Level Up Labs, a four-hour in-person experience designed to help professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders level up how they work.

Discover the best legal entity structure for commercial and multifamily real estate. In this training, I break down the exact framework I've used for 25+ years to protect my assets, minimize risk, and maximize tax advantages.You'll learn:Why commercial real estate requires a different ownership structure than single‑familyHow LLCs create a shield between your business assets and personal assetsThe truth about non‑recourse loans and why they're a game‑changerHow pass‑through taxation works and how depreciation can wipe out your taxable incomeWhy C‑Corps and S‑Corps are poor choices for owning propertyHow to structure multiple properties using a holding companyThe three biggest mistakes beginners make—and how to avoid themI am not an attorney or CPA. Always consult licensed professionals for legal and tax advice. 

Created specifically with women over 40 in mind, Sarah Creal is the luxury beauty brand focused on high-performance makeup and skincare that wears beautifully on mature skin. The line emphasizes multifunctional formulas that deliver hydration, repair, and long-lasting wear without settling or fading. Founded in 2024 by industry veteran Sarah Creal, the brand was born from her belief that this consumer had been consistently overlooked. Creal brings more than 30 years of experience, having held leadership roles at brands like Prada Beauty, Tom Ford Beauty, Bobbi Brown, and Victoria Beckham Beauty. Her vision is rooted in showing beauty on real women, using models 40+ and prioritizing results over trends. At its core, Sarah Creal celebrates confident, lived-in beauty with innovative products designed to truly perform.In this episode, Sarah also discusses:Her 30-year journey from behind the beauty counter to becoming the CEO of her own companyThe challenge of securing funding for a niche beauty brand in a male-dominated private equity world that didn't quite get itWhy hydration is the real key to unlocking youthful-looking skinFace Flex™—the concealer designed to move with your skin and defy visible agingWhat really goes into product creation, and why developing a formula takes two years or morePartnering with Sephora and shaping what's next in beautyWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Sarah's journey and the growth of Sarah Creal. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more.Be sure to check out Sarah Creal at www.sarahcrealbeauty.com and on Instagram at @sarah crealRated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPostThis episode is brought to you by WavebreakLeading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver.Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year.From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI.Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

Discover how Cerebras is challenging NVIDIA with a fundamentally different approach to AI hardware and large-scale inference.In this episode of Startup Project, Nataraj sits down with Andrew Feldman, co-founder and CEO of Cerebras Systems, to discuss how the company built a wafer-scale AI chip from first principles. Andrew shares the origin story of Cerebras, why they chose to rethink chip architecture entirely, and how system-level design decisions unlock new performance for modern AI workloads.The conversation explores:Why inference is becoming the dominant cost and performance bottleneck in AIHow Cerebras' wafer-scale architecture overcomes GPU memory and communication limitsWhat it takes to compete with incumbents like NVIDIA and AMD as a new chip companyThe tradeoffs between training and inference at scaleCerebras' product strategy across systems, cloud offerings, and enterprise deploymentsThis episode is a deep dive into AI infrastructure, semiconductor architecture, and system-level design, and is especially relevant for builders, engineers, and leaders thinking about the future of AI compute.

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In this episode, Angel sits down with Greg Scully to unpack what asset management really looks like behind the scenes. From apartments to RV parks, accrual versus cash accounting, and the reality of property management, this conversation dives into the unglamorous but critical work that keeps real estate investments alive and growing. It is an honest look at the many layers of ownership, partnerships, and finding the lane that fits your strengths.Topics CoveredWhat asset management actually involves day to dayThe difference between cash basis and accrual accounting and why it mattersManaging apartments versus RV parksWhen it makes sense to self manage versus hiring a property management companyThe importance of scale in property management efficiencyThinking in ranges instead of exact numbers when underwriting dealsWhy spreadsheets cannot predict real life problemsThe hidden work behind investor updates and reportsDifferent roles within a real estate partnershipWhy every role in real estate is hard in its own wayFinding your niche and building around your strengthsThe reality behind the freedom real estate can provideQuotes from the Episode"Everything in this business is hard, just different kinds of hard""You have to find your spot, find your lane, and buckle into it"Connect with Angel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-williams-re/Connect with Greg : https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregjscully/

What does it really take to stand out in a crowded industry, build a magnetic personal brand, and break through the visibility and money blocks keeping you small?In today's episode of Life Changing Money, Barbara sits down with branding strategist, real estate leader, and international speaker Natalie Davison. Natalie shares her journey from agency work to real estate leadership, how she built a standout personal brand in one of the most competitive industries, and why her cell-phone video pitch landed her on a major speaking stage next to some of the biggest names in the world.You'll also hear a powerful conversation about worthiness, visibility wounds, money identity, and how childhood beliefs shape the way we show up, build wealth, and chase bigger rooms. From social media shifts to AI to investing in growth (and buying buildings!), this episode is filled with insights every ambitious woman needs to hear.Tune in to hear:Why clients hire you and not your brokerage, banner, or companyThe branding mistake most real estate agents and entrepreneurs makeHow Natalie uses daily content to attract the right clients and repel the wrong onesHer “8-video” strategy that filtered out unaligned leads and skyrocketed conversionsHow AI is shifting consumer behavior and content creationThe cell-phone video that got Natalie selected for a prestigious speaking eventHow to stand out even when you feel “not qualified enough”The #1 money mistake that held her back for yearsThe cultural and childhood messages that shaped her beliefs about wealth and worthinessWhy the fear always returns-just on a bigger stageWhat she invests her profits in (and why proximity is power)Connect with Natalie:https://www.instagram.com/natalie_i_davison/How To Get Involved:Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.When she's not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!Do you have a burning question that you'd love to hear answered on a future show?Please email it to: podcast@yourtaxcoach.bizSign Up For Our NewsletterLife Changing Money PodcastGet Tax Help!

Want a team that grows the business even when you're not there?That's what Tom wants.People who think.Experiment. Learn. Lead.But here's the problem.Things still slow down when the work gets unclear.People wait. Look up the chain.Ask him what to do.And the harder he tries to help… the more he becomes the bottleneck.Which means everything keeps coming back to him.And when everything keeps coming back to you… growth slows.What actually creates a team that keeps growing on its own?Not because you push harder. Because of how you show up.And where this conversation goes… is not where most leaders expect to look first.About TomTom Schwab is the founder of Interview Valet and a pioneer in podcast interview marketing, helping leaders grow through real conversations that compound.INSIDE THE EPISODEWhy having answers can quietly slow the whole companyThe shift that helps your team solve more on their ownWhat changes when people start learning faster than you expectThe rewards that teach people to take the leadTHIS EPISODE IS FORLeaders who still feel everything runs through themFounders who want speed without becoming the bottleneckTeams who freeze when things feel unclearBuilders who want a culture that experiments, learns, and levels upGUEST LINKSWebsite: https://interviewvalet.com/thinkmastery/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmschwab/ Book: Podcast Guest Profits - https://www.amazon.com/Podcast-Guest-Profits-Business-Interview/dp/1945930650WHAT TO DO NEXTShare this with the leader who keeps carrying more and still feels stuck. Ask them: “What would change if your team grew because of how you lead?”Connect with Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/Book your free Ceiling Break Session on his LinkedIn page to get the shift yourself.ABOUT THE PODCASTYou were built for speed.But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.Most founders try to outwork that slow-down. It only burns them out.The truth is simple.Your mind is the only machine your company doesn't upgrade.This show helps you fix that.Stop outworking the slowdown. Upgrade the machine.We make hyper-performance simple and accessible for every founder ready to unlock real speed.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.DISCLAIMERThis content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions. Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.© 2025 Yishai Barkhordari. All Disclaimer This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results are not guaranteed and will vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions. Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being. © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

 In this episode of the BugBux Podcast, Allan sits down with industry veteran Harry Bryan, Director of Business Development at Nisus Corporation, who brings over 30 years of pest control and agricultural experience to the table. Together, they explore how the industry has evolved—from smarter customers and better-trained technicians to the rise of online communities and AI tools like ChatGPT.Harry shares practical insights on:How pest control has shifted from chemical-first to sustainability-focused strategiesThe rising value of networking, mentorship, and in-person events like PestWorldWhy new owners should build strong relationships with distributors and suppliersHow to craft your personal “story” when connecting with mentors and peersThe importance of community over competition in growing a successful companyThe episode also dives into Nisus' major new product launch—the ProShield Pest Control Insulation—and how PMPs can use it to add a powerful, profitable revenue stream while providing more value to customers.Whether you're brand new to pest control or decades in, this conversation will give you actionable steps, fresh perspective, and ideas to take your company to the next level. Tune in and level up!

Welcome back to Small Business School! In today's episode, Staci sits down with Monika and Robyn, the brilliant (and hilarious) founders of Mint Cleaning. What started as two moms walking together in a small town quickly evolved into a booming cleaning business and eventually a multi-million-dollar product line. The duo shares how they navigated unexpected growth, overcame health scares, built a devoted online community, and embraced entrepreneurship with equal parts grit and humour.Key topics covered:The accidental first meeting that sparked a business partnershipHow a casual “want to go for a walk?” turned into a full-fledged cleaning companyThe overnight demand that scaled them from two moms to 12 staff and 50+ propertiesThe health crisis that forced them to rethink everything and ultimately inspired Mint Cleaning productsTheir transition from cleaners to CEOs (and the imposter syndrome, mistakes, and lessons that came with it)The big motto that shaped their growth: say yes now, figure it out laterWhy community not marketing is the secret behind their massive online followingThe surprising truth about how much time they spend on social media (and why they still run it themselves)How being the face of the brand built trust, loyalty, and momentum they never expectedStaci wraps up the episode celebrating the Mint Cleaning founders' authenticity, reminding listeners that growth is messy but magic happens when you stay human, stay brave, and keep saying yes.Connect with Monika & Robyn:Instagram: @mintcleaning_Website: mintcleaningproducts.comStaci's Links:Instagram. Website.The School for Small Business Podcast is a proud member of the Female Alliance Media. To learn more about Female Alliance Media and how they are elevating female voices or how they can support your show, visit femalealliancemedia.ca.Head over to my website https://www.stacimillard.com/ to grab your FREE copy of my Profit Playbook and receive 30 innovative ways you can add more profit to your business AND the first step towards implementing these ideas in your business!

Hair loss at 15. A twenty-year journey from hiding to helping others. This week's conversation is all about turning personal struggles into powerful purpose!We sat down with the incredible Tami Wong, founder of Hair Loss Pride, whose unexpected path from biotech professional to advocate and coach demonstrates how our biggest challenges can become our most meaningful work.Squiggles You'll Hear:Tami's journey from childhood dreams of becoming an artist and vet to healthcare and biotechHow being laid off became a hidden blessing that led to writing a children's book and starting a companyThe 20-year emotional journey of coming to terms with hair lossHow Hair Loss Pride was born from the support Tami wished she'd hadThis conversation is a beautiful reminder that our most challenging experiences often lead us to our most meaningful work!

Roger joins this week's episode to discuss the latest in mortgage news, including the latest trends, debunking myths, best practices for navigating the lending process, advice for first-time homebuyers, and more.Full Description / Show NotesHow he got started in mortgage lending and a bit about the companyThe importance of a strong REALTOR and lender relationshipBroad mortgage industry trendsHow to treat each client on an individual basisTips for buyers and homeowners nationwideCommon questions and misconceptions about mortgagesBest practices for navigating the lending process

Send us a textPhil Gilbert joins Joe for a masterclass on leading lasting change—how to move large organizations, overcome cultural antibodies, and build systems that make transformation stick.As the former head of design at IBM, Phil was tasked with one of the most ambitious corporate transformations of the last decade: to reignite creativity, collaboration, and speed inside a century-old company known for its consistency. Drawing from his new book Irresistible Change: A Blueprint for Earning Buy-In and Breakout Success, he shares the playbook that helped shift IBM's mindset from compliance to commitment—and what leaders in any field can learn from that journey.In this conversation, Joe and Phil unpack what it really takes to drive change at scale: how to earn voluntary adoption instead of forcing compliance, why culture must evolve alongside strategy, and how language, branding, and storytelling can make or break a transformation. They explore lessons that resonate from boardrooms to battlefields—how to lead people through uncertainty, protect the integrity of a mission, and create a culture that thrives on iteration and learning.Listeners will come away with an actionable framework for driving change—one rooted in human behavior, organizational design, and the power of intentional leadership.In this episode, Joe and Phil also explore:Why the status quo is resilient—and how great organizations learn to challenge it continuouslyHow IBM's “Hallmark” program turned change into a desirable brand, not a mandateThe formula behind lasting culture: people + practices + placesWhy forcing compliance breeds “antibodies,” and how to inspire genuine belief insteadHow storytelling and small-team “boot camps” made transformation go viral inside a 400,000-person companyThe role of senior leaders in rewarding behavior and reinforcing new normsWhat the “magic people” and The Captain Class teach us about influence from within teamsWhy great leaders think like designers—iterating, prototyping, and refining as they goWhether you're leading a military unit, a corporate team, or a creative project, this episode offers a field-tested blueprint for driving change that lasts—one built on empathy, clarity, and a deep respect for the craft of leadership.A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!Veteran-founded Adyton. Step into the next generation of equipment management with Log-E by Adyton. Whether you are doing monthly inventories or preparing for deployment, Log-E is your pocket property book, giving real-time visibility into equipment status and mission readiness. Learn more about how Log-E can revolutionize your property tracking process here!Meet ROGER Bank—a modern, digital bank built for military members, by military members. With early payday, no fees, high-yield accounts, and real support, it's banking that gets you. Funds are FDIC insured through Citizens Bank of Edmond, so you can bank with confidence and peace of mind. 

Your 20's are supposed to be the “best years of your life,” right? But what about the loneliness, burnout, and constant comparison that come with them? In this episode of For You From Eve, Olivia dives into the real highs and lows of being in your twenties — from finding your peace and building confidence, to losing friends, questioning everything, and realizing healing doesn't have to be dramatic.We'll talk about:Learning to enjoy your own companyThe pressure to “have it all figured out”Friendships fading and evolvingThe freedom (and chaos) of self-discoveryWhy your 20's feel like a mix of main-character energy and mild crisisWhether you're 22 and lost, 27 and healing, or just trying to make peace with where you're at — this one's for you.✨ Tune in for the ultimate “we're all figuring it out together” conversation.

In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author and leadership expert Mark Murphy, founder of Leadership IQ and one of the most respected voices in organizational culture, performance, and hiring.Mark's work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and Forbes, and his newest book, Team Players: The Five Critical Roles You Need to Build a Winning Team, breaks down what it truly takes to create a high-performing organization.We talk about:The five critical roles every winning team needsHow to hire the right people and build future leaders within your companyThe importance of stepping up as a CEO or leader to support your team's growthWhy pushing people out of their comfort zones leads to breakthroughsPractical advice for entrepreneurs doing it all and burning outThis episode is packed with lessons on leadership, accountability, and culture whether you're running a company, leading a small team, or trying to scale your business the right way.Guest Info: Mark MurphyWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.leadershipiq.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markamurphy/Host Info:Email: Bill@rkreiman.comCONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶︎ YOUTUBE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAdSxHN0dIXZPhA-6p1HYA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ INSTAGRAM | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/imbillreiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎FACEBOOK| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/billy.reiman ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ LINKEDIN | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-reim...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ TWITTER | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ImBillReiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ WEBSITE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rkreiman.com⁠

In this episode:Host Bruce Richard interviews Tyler Summers, a Massachusetts family law attorney who has grown a strong social media following by producing engaging, informative, and often humorous content about divorce, prenups, and family law. Tyler offers practical advice for attorneys who are curious about using social media to expand their reach without compromising professionalism.With openness, humor, and hard-earned experience, Tyler shares his thoughts on:Finding balance between professionalism and relatability on platforms like Instagram and TikTokThe biggest misconceptions about social media marketing for lawyers — including the myth that followers instantly translate to clientsHandling viral content responsibly, including lessons learned from controversial postsProducing high-quality, consistent content that reflects your brand and valuesTime management and team support — how outsourcing editing and production helped him stay focused on client workDoing due diligence before hiring a social media marketing companyThe long game of growth — how patience and persistence lead to genuine engagement and opportunities Tyler's insights offer attorneys practical takeaways for developing an authentic online presence that supports, rather than distracts their legal careers.Featured Guest:Tyler Summers, Esq. — Founder of Summers Family Law, based in Needham with a satellite office in Boston's Back Bay. Tyler focuses exclusively on family law, including divorce and prenuptial agreements, and has built a following of over 50,000 on Instagram by blending humor, insight, and education in his legal content.Links and Resources:MCLE Online PassTyler' InstagramImportant Note:Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (MCLE) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing high-quality, practical continuing legal education for the legal community. As part of its educational mission, MCLE presents a wide range of viewpoints and instructional content intended solely for educational purposes.The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by individual participants in this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of MCLE, its Board of Trustees, staff, or affiliated institutions. Inclusion of any material or commentary does not constitute an endorsement of any position on any issue by MCLE.For questions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@mcle.org Connect with us on social!Instagram: mcle.newenglandLinkedIn: Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (MCLE│New England)X (Formerly Twitter): MCLENewEnglandBluesky: mclenewengland.bsky.socialFacebook: MCLE New England

Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel!In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with Mark Smith, CEO of Smith & Wesson, for an exclusive, in-depth conversation on the company's historic move to Maryville, Tennessee, the grand opening of the Smith & Wesson Academy, and the enduring legacy of a brand that's been shaping American firearms since 1852.Recorded on-location at the new S&W headquarters, this episode dives into:The strategy behind relocating from Massachusetts to TennesseeWhat the Smith & Wesson Academy offers for civilians, law enforcement, and militaryLong-term thinking vs. “chasing the quarter” in a public firearms companyThe evolution of gun ownership and product design for new shootersHiring a former SEAL Team 6 instructor to lead trainingWhy Smith & Wesson remains one of the most iconic firearm brands in the worldWhether you're a gun owner, a hunter, a new shooter, or a 2A advocate—this conversation offers valuable insights from the top.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Range Ready Studios, Guns & Gear, Safariland, and Black Hills Ammunition. About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Nation 10.01.25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Ever wondered what it takes to design events that deliver specific outcomes—not just pretty decorations? In this conversation with Deana Brown Mitchell, award-winning entrepreneur and three-decade event professional, Cam and Otis explore the fascinating intersection of architecture, event planning, and team leadership."It was a creative challenge, kind of like architecture to me," Deana explains, revealing how her unconventional background prepared her for building a successful event company that served Fortune 100-500 clients. From managing custom proposals that were "always pretty intense" to building a team that became an extension of her vision, Deana shares the journey of growing—and eventually losing—her business to COVID.What makes this episode especially compelling is Deana's insight into controlling outcomes when you're dependent on 15 different vendors. "At first, it's kind of trial and error," she admits with refreshing honesty, before explaining how she developed a network of trusted partners who became "like an extension of our team."Whether you're in the event industry, building a team that needs to deliver consistent results, or just fascinated by resilient entrepreneurs, Deana's story offers practical wisdom about turning creative vision into reliable execution.More About Deana:DEANA BROWN MITCHELL is a driven, optimistic, and compassionate leader in all areas of her life.As a three-decade event professional and an award-winning entrepreneur, Deana authentically shares her experiences for the benefit of others. Starting in college, Deana worked her way through the hospitality and event industry, from food & beverage, to banquets and conference services, to owning her own DMC (Destination Management Company) for 10 years. She has an impressive client list of Fortune 100-500 companies and eleven awards to show her creativity and execution abilities!Her work as a consultant allows her to use her unique perspective on customizing a path forward for any situation.Also, Deana is the Founder and Executive Director of The Realize Foundation. She is a suicide survivor herself and vulnerably uses her own mental health journey to let others know there is hope. The Realize Foundation produces events, a podcast, and a bestselling book series that let people know they are not alone.Find out more about Deana's endeavors at https://deanabrownmitchell.com/#10xyourteam #EventLeadership #EntrepreneurMindset #OutcomeDrivenEvents #TeamExecution #CreativeLeadership #EventProTips #BusinessResilience #TrustedPartners #LeadershipJourney #PurposeDrivenEvents #DeanaBrownMitchell #TribeAndPurposeChapter Times and Titles:From Architecture to Events [00:00 - 05:41]Introduction to Deana Brown MitchellThe unexpected journey from architecture school to entrepreneurshipHow design thinking translates to event planningBuilding a Business from Scratch [05:42 - 15:00]15 years in hotels before starting her own companyThe challenge of designing events for specific outcomesGrowing from solo entrepreneur to team leaderThe Custom Proposal Process [15:01 - 25:00]"The proposal process was always pretty intense."Balancing client expectations with realistic executionCommunicating complex ideas to the teamControlling Outcomes with Multiple Vendors [25:01 - 35:00]"At first, it's kind of trial and error."Building a network of trusted partnersHow vendors became "an extension of our team"Losing It All to COVID [35:01 - 45:00]The impact of the pandemic on the event industryResilience in the face of business lossTransitioning to new opportunitiesThe Purpose Behind the Work [45:01 - End]Founding The Realize FoundationUsing personal experience to help othersFinal thoughts on leadership and resilience

John Taylor, billionaire-minded entrepreneur and Co-founder of Grit Marketing, went from knocking doors in college to building one of the fastest-growing sales organizations in America. Now, he reveals the leadership habits, mindset shifts, and business principles that shaped his rise—and how you can apply them to your own journey.In this episode, John Taylor shares:The leadership routine that keeps him disciplined and focusedHow Grit Marketing evolved from door-to-door sales into a platform companyThe psychological shift that separates top sales reps from true leadersWhy skipping the “boring” financial skills could cost you millionsHow marriage, family, and faith keep him grounded while scaling businessesThe mindset that turns setbacks into opportunities for growthJohn Taylor's story is about more than sales—it's about building belief, leading with humility, and creating success that lasts. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or rep in the field, his lessons will change the way you think about business, discipline, and life.”00:00 | Opening & why this conversation01:18 | Partnership, boardroom lessons & belief from mentors01:54 | Todd Pedersen's influence and the evolving Grit team 03:04 | Early valuation, vision, and “bottom of the mountain” mindset04:22 | Roots, family of 11, first door-to-door reps09:08 | BYU finance, pest control, and learning to lead12:21 | Competition, identity, and the power of belief15:32 | From top rep to VP: building organizations that scale16:52 | 2020 uncertainty, honoring deals, and character under pressure18:16 | Essential business, resilience, and keeping promises24:02 | Founding Grit (2020): from sales partner to platform26:59 | Habits & rituals: Sunday planning, cold plunge, breathwork 30:05 | Emily: marriage, values, and building a life that works33:30 | Don't skip steps: hard skills (finance/accounting) compound35:39 | Sharpe ratio thinking: time, trade-offs, and priorities36:30 | Golf, relationships, and playing the right game41:57 | Purpose, presence, and leading with love43:28 | Modeling authenticity: inspiring people to be better51:46 | Faith, hope, NICU lessons, and “life happening for us” 58:21 | Close: the best is yet to come Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Reegan Cusworth, Co-founder of Reebuild. Throughout this episode, Reegan shares his journey as a fourth-generation builder, the lessons he's learned from working with family, and the systems he's put in place to create a sustainable and profitable building company.This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0INSIDE EPISODE 202 YOU WILL DISCOVER How Reegan transitioned from working with his father to running the business with his partnerWhy building systems and processes is the key to scaling a building companyThe importance of defining your ideal client and targeting them effectivelyHow to empower your team to solve problems without relying on youWhy improving quality and transparency sets you apart in today's marketand much, much more.ABOUT REEGAN CUSWORTHReegan Cusworth is a fourth-generation builder and Co-owner of Reebuild. With over a decade of experience in renovations and extensions, he's passionate about creating better systems, delivering high-quality outcomes, and empowering his team. Connect with Reegan: linkedin.com/in/reegan-cusworth-b470b2266/TIMELINE 1:27 Reegan's journey as a fourth-generation builder and starting Reebuild3:19 Lessons learned from working with family8:12 How to structure discovery meetings to uncover what clients really want13:59 Why defining your ideal client changes your marketing and messaging27:12 Shifting from slim profit margins to running a truly profitable business38:14 How software and systems are helping Reebuild grow sustainablyLINKS, RESOURCES & MOREAPB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.comAPB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuildersAPB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders

In the 2022 Hulu documentary Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons, director Matt Tyrnauer explores the deeply entwined relationship between billionaire Les Wexner and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein served as Wexner's financial manager and was granted sweeping power of attorney in 1991—giving him extensive control over Wexner's assets. The series portrays how Epstein leveraged that influence to ingratiate himself into the fashion world and presumed modeling circles, sometimes falsely representing himself as a Victoria's Secret recruiter. Wexner declined direct interviews; instead, he issued written denials, including claims that he was never aware of Epstein's abuse, even though there were multiple early warning signs ignored by him and the companyThe docuseries also makes a compelling case that Epstein's association significantly tarnished the Victoria's Secret brand. It draws direct lines from allegations—such as those from model Alicia Arden and artist Maria Farmer—that Epstein used the guise of modeling to exploit women, to the brand's eventual cultural decline amid #MeToo backlash and reputational damage. Although Wexner publicly framed the relationship as a misplaced trust that ended years before Epstein's arrest, the documentary underscores how Epstein's control and access may have facilitated his crimes—and how Wexner's delayed distancing, combined with a failure to act on internal warnings, contributed to institutional complicity.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/mysterious-billionaire-behind-jeffrey-epstein-095140216.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Send us a textYour top performer just asked if you've heard of "quiet cracking"—and suddenly, this term is everywhere. Business Insider calls it the latest workplace buzzword. Fortune reports it's costing the global economy $8.9 trillion. But here's what the business media isn't telling you: Women are experiencing this workplace crisis at disproportionately higher rates, and the solutions being proposed completely miss the mark.What This Episode Covers:In this deep-dive analysis, communication and leadership expert Kele Belton decodes the "quiet cracking" phenomenon that's dominating workplace headlines in 2025. Unlike the surface-level coverage in Forbes and Fortune, this episode reveals the hidden gender dimension of this crisis and provides strategic frameworks for navigating these challenging workplace dynamics.What You'll Learn:The 4 key characteristics that distinguish quiet cracking from quiet quittingWhy 82% of employees feel secure today, but only 62% see a future at their companyThe critical difference between intentional boundary-setting and unintentional breakdownWhy women are experiencing quiet cracking at higher rates than menKey Takeaways:Quiet cracking isn't a personal failure—it's a predictable outcome of broken workplace systemsWomen carry 60% more emotional labor, making them vulnerable to this phenomenonYour communication skills and emotional intelligence are your greatest assets in addressing this crisisOrganizations treating this as an employee problem (not a systemic issue) are the ones to leaveNotable Statistics Discussed:54% of employees experiencing quiet cracking (TalentLMS)$8.9 trillion in lost global productivity (Gallup)152% more likely to feel undervalued when experiencing quiet crackingOnly 31% of employees feel engaged in 2024 (lowest in a decade)Resources Mentioned:TalentLMS Quiet Cracking StudyGallup Employee Engagement ResearchFortune, Forbes, and Business Insider workplace trend coverageThe "Invisible Load Analysis" Framework (exclusive to this episode)Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

Sergey Jakimov is the Managing Partner and co-founder of LongeVC, one of Europe's most active longevity-focused venture capital firms, currently raising its second fund targeting $250 million.In this episode, Chris and Sergey explore the investment landscape shaping longevity biotechnology today. They discuss LongeVC's pragmatic approach to longevity investing—focusing on disease-modifying therapies rather than targeting aging itself—and why this strategy has been successful across their portfolio. Sergey shares insights from major successes including Rubedo's $500M+ partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb and Turn Bio's $300M deal with Hansol, explaining what these deals signal about pharma's evolving interest in longevity approaches. The conversation covers critical topics for researchers and entrepreneurs: common pitfalls in academic spin-offs, the importance of clear regulatory pathways, and how the upcoming patent cliff is creating new opportunities for early-stage biotechs in the longevity space.Listeners will gain valuable insights into what makes a longevity company investable, how to navigate the transition from academic research to commercial venture, and why solving age-related diseases one by one may ultimately lead to a holistic understanding of aging itself.The Finer Details:Sergey's journey from aspiring neurosurgeon to deep tech entrepreneur to longevity investorLongeVC's pragmatic philosophy: targeting specific diseases rather than aging as a wholeThe convergence of biotech, regenerative medicine, and AI in the longevity spaceKey criteria for early-stage investment: disease indication, balanced teams, clean IP transferWhy "five scientists in a room" and "great mouse data" don't make an investable companyThe importance of platforms having their own pipelines, not just service modelsHow LongeVC's scientific advisory board (including Alex Zhavoronkov, Vadim Gladyshev, Thomas Rando) evaluates investmentsSuccess stories: Rubedo's senolytic partnership and Turn Bio's epigenetic reprogramming dealThe changing dynamics between pharma and biotech driven by patent cliffs and urgency to find the "next GLP-1"Regulatory strategies: focusing on specific endpoints rather than aging broadlyMaking longevity medicine accessible through disease-focused approaches and data-driven validationPersonal motivation: Sergey's experience as a rare disease patient and the urgency of advancing treatmentsQuotes:"Longevity as an industry is by far the industry with the biggest added value out there, because that is the issue that we all share. Without solving these things, none of the other stuff really matters—not FinTech, not blockchain, not sustainability.""Five scientists in a room generally don't make a company. Prolonging rodent lives does not make a company either.""The ultimate longevity drug version 1.0 would be a therapeutic which has an original disease indication, which also has somehow cracked the mechanism of action that would be translatable across several age-related disease domains.""It is extremely arrogant for the space to say that we're not interested in age-related diseases, like we're not interested in curing the diseases. That's traditional biotech. We're not that. We are the longevity space.""Pharma is still thinking in terms of assets rather than processes. It is almost impossible to sell a process to them... What pharma still wants is the result of that capacity actually coming to life.""At the point when something has happened to you and a rare disease has happened to you... you're only equipped with that standard of treatment that is currently available and that has made it to the clinic.""I think the presence of the FDA as this kind of gatekeeper-type agency saying, 'No, you...

In this Passion to Profession episode sponsored by eBay, I'm joined by Brian and Jesse from Arena Club. Their presence is everywhere in the hobby right now—and that's no accident. We get into the early feedback that shaped Arena Club, the big announcement around their new physical slab packs with eBay, and their mindset around building a collector-first platform.We also talk about:Why repacks exist, and how they're trying to make them betterThe importance of taste, curiosity, and team when building a new companyThe role of live, blockchain, and global expansion in hobby innovationWhether you're skeptical of new platforms or already exploring Arena Club, this one will help you understand their 'why.'Learn more about Arena Club Slab Packs on eBay A special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card.Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Arena Club | Instagram | Website 

Support AND/BOTH: Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode of AND/BOTH, we're joined by creative visionary and women's health advocate Amri Kibbler for a raw and necessary conversation about burnout, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and surviving not one but two colon cancer diagnoses. Amri shares how she went from editor at Glamour and co-founder of the 75,000+ member HeyMama community to navigating medical gaslighting, missed diagnoses, and the fight to be heard.We explore how slowing down became Amri's greatest act of self-preservation, how she's redefined ambition and healing, and why listening to your body might just save your life. Whether you're juggling business and babies or pushing through when your body says stop, this episode is a heartfelt reminder to tune in, speak up, and prioritize your health.You'll hear:Amri's early media career and building the HeyMama networkThe warning signs she missed, and how long it took to get diagnosedNavigating colon cancer during the pandemic with young kids and a growing companyThe emotional toll of looking “fine” while being critically illCreating a personal care team and journaling symptoms to advocate for yourselfWhy colon cancer is rising in younger adults and what screenings are essentialThe importance of redefining success and slowing down—especially as a mom and entrepreneurConnect with Ashley:Website: https://dovetaildesigns.coPodcast website: https://www.andbothpodcast.com/AND/BOTH Community: https://www.andbothpodcast.com/andboth-communityDovetail® App: https://airtable.com/appn6w6IWipJYIuA3/pagZys7UnECzM46iJ/formSocial:Instagram: @dovetailappFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/

What if your business could pay you like an owner—but run without you? In this special episode, The Root of All Success host Jason Duncan flips roles as a guest on the Your Wealth Acceleration Podcast with Wade Reed. They dive deep into Jason's framework called Exit Without Exiting, designed to help high-performing entrepreneurs step away from the day-to-day without giving up ownership or profits.Jason shares how he built a multimillion-dollar lighting business, exited operations without selling it, and now teaches others how to do the same through his Exiter Operating System (XOS). Whether you're running a service-based business, a medical practice, or a construction company, this episode will shift your mindset—and show you the path to freedom.

Having met at the UC Davis Wine Executive Program, Kia Behnia, CEO, and Mason Earles, CTO, founded Scout to replicate the best sensor in the vineyard, “the farmer's eye.” Leveraging off-the-shelf hardware, Scout uses AI to process images taken from a tractor to automate vineyard mapping, vine counting, yield forecasting, virus identification, and more. From managing vineyard assets to implementing precision agriculture to improve quality, Scout is harnessing the power of AI to optimize vineyard management.Detailed Show Notes: Mason's background - UC Davis Professor, Apple, AI & agricultureKia's background for Scout - owns the Neotempo wine brand, worked at Splunk, the “data for everything” companyThe official company name is Agricultural Scout, dba Scout, the website is agscout.ai, so it can be called any of those namesFounded in 2022, initially more hardware-based, but pivoted to an intelligence company using off-the-shelf hardwareThe goal is to “replicate the farmer's eye” with an AI-based solution using cameras, tractors, and Scout cloud and mobile app (which can be used offline); the brain is centered around a phoneUS only today (~50-100 clients, 300 blocks, 2M vines, processed 56M photos), going international in 20264 main use cases currently: Automate vine count, inventory, and mapping of vines - 4x faster than people could doEstimate crop performance - both vigor and fruitYield forecasting - can use every step in the growing season to forecast yield with historical performance and weather forecastsHealth performance and vine mapping - leveraging AI for virus detection3 types of clientsEstate wineriesVineyard management companies (“VMC”)Real estate investors or owners to track vineyardsBenefits include: $400-1,200 savings/acreProductivity gains through managing more acres with fewer people, identifying low-performing vines, and the program tells farmers where to sampleRemote monitoring of faraway vineyardsEarly season yield forecastingDisease management - virus can cause $170k/acre damage over 3-5 years, costs $40/PCR test, the goal is to keep virus 50 acresNeighborhood and AVA discountsStarter - 2 scan package (for inventory and virus)Professional - 6 scan packageTypical customer starts w/ 2 and upgrades to 6Monarch promotion, customers get 1 free scanUp front hardware costs ~$3,000New product in beta in July 2025 - ChatGPT Scout for vineyardsMarketing mostly through word of mouth, industry trade shows, and webinars have been effective, as has partnership with Monarch (already tech enthusiasts)Barriers to purchase are often due to farming budgets built around labor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with Chelsea Parke, founder of the rapidly growing fashion brand PARKE, to discuss her journey from college athlete to fashion entrepreneur. We dive into the origins of PARKE, its explosive growth, and how Chelsea navigates being the face of a brand while maintaining authenticity. Chelsea shares insights on building a community-focused business, the challenges of rapid success, and how she prioritizes her mental health amidst it all.Key Takeaway / Points:The origin story of Parke and its evolution from recycled vintage denim to a full fashion lineHow Chelsea uses social media to connect with customers and showcase behind-the-scenes of the brandThe importance of community feedback in product developmentNavigating the pressures of being the face of a rapidly growing brandHow Chelsea balances different roles within the companyThe impact of limited drops and restocks on customer retentionChelsea's approach to mental health and self-care as a founderInsights on the future of fashion and Parke's place in itChelsea's favorite fashion trends and her signature styleThe role of pop-ups in building customer relationshipsHow Parek has grown without traditional advertisingThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:LMNT: Go to DrinkLMNT.com/cameronBobbie: Bobbie is offering an additional 10% off on your purchase with the code:CAMERON. Visit www.hibobbie.com to find the Bobbie formula that fits your journey.Cotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comStasis: Go to https://takestasis.com/CAMERONTrainwell: Take the quiz to find your perfect trainer and get 14 days of free training https://go.trainwell.net/ConversationswithCamFollow Chelsea on Instagram: @chelseaparkeFollow Chelsea on TikTok: @chelseaparkeeFollow PARKE on Instagram: @parkeofficialShop PARKE brand: www.parkeofficial.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Root, managing partner at Root Property Group, to discuss how he successfully operates a scattered-site multifamily portfolio in Chicago. With nearly 800 units across 80+ buildings, Michael shares how his team optimizes operations, builds community among residents, and leverages technology to streamline processes.Join us as we dive into:Michael's journey from managing his father's small portfolio to building a vertically integrated real estate companyThe challenges and strategies of managing a scattered-site portfolioHow technology—like AI-driven chatbots and automated scheduling—is improving property management efficiencyThe value-add playbook: When to renovate, refinance, or sellThe importance of tenant experience in achieving an 82% lease renewal rateAre you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedinSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Michael:Root Property Group: https://www.rootrealty.com/Connect with him on Linkedin Email: mroot@rootpg.com for Chicago Property Investment Deals!