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Ever feel like the business you built is running you?In this episode, I sit down with John F. Kettley, founder of Sales Masters Guild, to talk about how entrepreneurs lose their way as their company grows—and what it really takes to regain control of your business.We talk mindset, sales systems, burnout, and the moment most founders realize they're not leading anymore—they're just reacting.

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper are joined by Joyce Li, a CFA, AI strategist, and former investor. Joyce shares her journey from managing multi-billion dollar portfolios to advising businesses on AI strategy and governance. She offers a thoughtful take on how AI is transforming decision-making, the importance of trust in technology, and why being human in a tech-driven world still matters more than ever.Joyce Li is a CFA, board director, AI strategist, and entrepreneur with a background in managing multi-billion dollar investments and advising corporate leaders. With an MBA from Wharton and a master's in computer science, she bridges the worlds of finance and technology. Joyce is a recognized voice in AI and advises companies on how to develop practical, trusted AI strategies for long-term value.Expect to Learn:How Joyce transitioned from finance and investing into AI strategyWhy trust and governance are essential for AI adoptionHow SMBs and large companies can adopt AI more effectivelyTips for building AI readiness in your companyWhy generative AI adoption is moving faster than past tech wavesWhy “human in the loop” matters now more than everJoyce Li brought clarity, experience, and a grounded view on what it really takes to adopt AI in a meaningful way. From building trust and transparency to thinking critically about end goals, her perspective helps bridge the gap between tech hype and business value. Whether you're leading a large company or a growing startup, Joyce's insights make it clear: real AI success starts with the right questions and ends with thoughtful execution.Follow Joyce:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjoyceli/Website - https://averanda-ai.com/Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[00:00] - Intro and Guest Welcome[01:04] - Joyce's Shift Into AI[03:46] - Guiding Leaders on AI Strategy[06:42] - Lessons from an AI Startup[09:24] - Trust and AI in Finance[11:07] - Why Governance Matters in AI[12:57] - Replacing Legacy Tech[15:00] - AI Myths in Small Business[16:32] - Enterprise Hesitation with AI[17:58] - Speed of Generative AI Adoption[19:53] - Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Is SEO really dead? Not even close. But many B2B companies fall into the same traps: chasing traffic that doesn't convert, relying on outdated strategies, or focusing on technical SEO that barely moves the needle.In this episode, Sam Dunning breaks down how to make SEO actually generate sales, not just traffic. He shares his "blow out the water" strategy that helped him outrank HubSpot in 50 days, the dangers of the "traffic trap," and why SEO timelines of 6-12 months aren't always true.What You'll Learn:The myth of "SEO is dead"—and why some want you to believe itWhy high-volume keywords often fail for B2B companiesHow to identify money keywords that bring in real sales calls and revenueWhen SEO isn't the right strategy for your companyWhy technical SEO is often a waste of time for smaller B2B sitesHow SEO fits into the messy, multi-channel B2B buying journeyContent strategies for tackling competitive keywordsExpert Insights & Strategies:Stop chasing vanity metrics—focus on search terms buyers actually useHow to reverse-engineer top-ranking competitor pages to rank fasterWhy SEO doesn't always take 6-12 months—how to see results in as little as 90 daysHow to build landing pages that rank well and convert visitors into customersTimestamps:[00:00:12] The myth of "SEO is dead"[00:01:42] The traffic trap: B2B's biggest SEO mistake[00:05:04] Why SEO doesn't always take 6-12 months[00:07:41] When SEO isn't the right strategy for B2B[00:10:15] Money keywords: The terms that actually drive revenue[00:12:47] Case study: Outranking HubSpot in 50 days[00:17:18] Why technical SEO is overrated for small B2B sites[00:21:18] Smart strategies for ranking in competitive spaces[00:24:36] How SEO fits into a multi-channel B2B strategy[00:32:45] Sam's journey building the Breaking B2B podcast[00:38:27] The viral “Ask The Public” LinkedIn seriesAbout Sam DunningSam Dunning is the founder of Breaking B2B, an SEO and content agency that helps B2B SaaS companies generate qualified leads through search. He hosts the Breaking B2B podcast and is the creator of the popular "Ask The Public" LinkedIn video series, where he interviews random people on the street about marketing.Connect with Sam

Bu bölümde Mert'in onbinlerce kişi tarafından okunan blog yazısı, DeepSeek, Mutluluğa Denk Gelmek kitabı ve Severance dizisinin yeni sezonu üzerine sohbet ettik.Bizi dinlemekten keyif alıyorsanız, kahve ısmarlayarak bizi destekleyebilir ve Telegram grubumuza katılabilirsiniz. :)Yorumlarınızı, sorularınızı ya da sponsorluk tekliflerinizi info@farklidusun.net e-posta adresine iletebilirsiniz.Zaman damgaları:00:00 - Giriş00:48 - Popüler Olan Blog Yazısı21:22 - Segmented Control27:35 - iOS'te Build Time Optimizasyonu45:10 - DeepSeek ve AI Dünyası1:28:35 - İzlediklerimiz1:46:25 - Okuduklarımız, Mutluluğa Denk Gelmek, Hatching Twitter2:19:00 - Haftanın Albümleri2:22:30 - Xbox Developer DirectBölüm linkleri:MonoforOnce You're Laid Off, You'll Never Be the Same AgainBlog yazısının Hacker News başlığıThe Pragmatic EngineerSeyfeddin'in Segmented Control'uOrigami StudioCarthageImplementing Design Systems in Swift - Seyfeddin Başsaraç - Appy Hour Meetup #7Visa applications in the Consular Services PortalDeepSeekDeepSeek - StratecheryOpenAI and SoftBank are starting a $500 billion AI data center companyWhy everyone is freaking out about DeepSeekU.S. curbs export of more AI chips, including Nvidia H800, to ChinaApple makes a change to its AI team and plans Siri upgradesHow an Economic Moat Provides a Competitive AdvantageFactfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World – and Why Things Are Better Than You ThinkSeveranceSiloSilo — Extending Worlds: Silos 17 & 18 | Apple TV+The Severance Podcast with Ben Stiller & Adam ScottTim Cook SeveranceSeverance — Opening Title Sequence: Season 2 | Apple TV+En yüksek puanlı filmlerTop Gun: MaverickEmancipation12 Years a Slaveİnsan OlmakNeden Çalışalım ki? Boş Zaman Toplumuna Dair SavlarThe German GeniusStumbling on HappinessHatching Twitter: A True Story of Money, Power, Friendship, and BetrayalDebt: The First 5,000 YearsPara, Sikke ve Borç: David Graeber / Emrah Safa Gürkan - Historik 48The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the WorldCrime of the Century (album)Smother (album)Everything we saw at Xbox's Developer Direct 20252025 looks like a great year for XboxThe Zero Marginal Cost Society: The Internet of Things, the Collaborative Commons, and the Eclipse of CapitalismWhat you need to know about Apple's Advanced Commerce APIMicrosoft is closing its British flagship store in London

We've all experienced that moment of panic when our phone dies at the worst possible time - whether at a sports game, during travel, or in an emergency. In our first episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast this year, we interview an entrepreneur who turned this pain into a thriving business by acquiring and reimagining an innovative emergency power solution.He is Sam Wechsler, Owner of Battarix, the world's smallest and most innovative backup power supply for mobile phones. Although not the original inventor, Sam fell in love with the product, acquired the business during COVID-19, and transformed it from a low-selling product into a $2M revenue success story within 18 months. His story demonstrates how combining innovative technology with strategic marketing and distribution can rapidly scale a business, even when starting during challenging times like a global crisis.Tune in to discover how Sam built Battarix into a successful brand by focusing on a unique value proposition, finding the right market fit, and carving out its niche in a crowded market.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, we cover: How identifying an unmet customer need can lead to business successThe journey of acquiring and revitalizing a struggling technology companyWhy user testimonials are the best marketing toolsHow to leverage initial marketing buzz and viral marketing to drive sustainable growthThe importance of building a strong advisory networkAnd so much more! Visit www.battarix.com to learn more about their innovative emergency power solution that fits in your wallet. Get prepared before your next dead phone emergency.To be a guest on our next podcast, contact us today! Do you have a brand that you'd like to launch or grow? Do you want help from a partner that has successfully launched hundreds of brands totaling over $2 billion in revenues? Visit HarvestGrowth.com and set up a free consultation with us today!  

On March 5th, 2021, SAP acquired Signavio for a billion dollars – this marks one of the largest Tech Exits in the German market to date.How does a university side project become a billion-dollar acquisition? In this episode, Gero Decker, co-founder of Signavio, shares the incredible journey of building the company – from its roots as an open-source project to bootstrapping, scaling, and eventually being acquired by SAP for over a billion dollars. Learn about the pivotal moments, the role of timing, and how a strong team culture propelled Signavio to success, even when the odds were against them.What you'll learn:How a university project turned into a profitable companyWhy customer feedback and bootstrapping were critical in the early daysHow creative lead generation methods (like the "Hare Krishna Method") made a differenceWhy team culture and timing played a vital role in successHow the billion-dollar SAP acquisition unfolded and the dynamics of negotiationMORE UNICORN BAKERY:https://zez.am/unicornbakery More about Gero Decker:LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/gerodecker Website: https://www.signavio.com/de/ Where to get the Book: Amazon: https://links.unicornbakery.de/signavioSpotify Audio Book: https://links.unicornbakery.de/signavio-audio-book Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter:Twice a week, you'll get the tactics of the world's best founders delivered straight to your inbox.https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/ Marker:(00:00:00) Why were so many coincidences necessary for Signavio to even be founded?(00:05:00) How did the Signavio story unfold?(00:12:10) From open source to profitable company: The milestones(00:21:22) Equity & founding team: The starting point for Signavio(00:27:54) Prioritization & team spirit in a small team(00:31:11) Product & growth in 2010(00:34:46) Lead generation & the failure of conversion(00:42:02) First Go-to-market motion at Signavio(00:46:52) First customers: The challenges with Customer Success(00:52:42) From bootstrapped to VC case – why now & what changed?(00:59:13) Fast-growing company: How do you maintain focus?(01:07:54) The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Signavio(01:13:04) The Path & Negotiation to the SAP Acquisition (01:17:14) The Future of SAP Signavio(01:21:37) The Lesson: Lifting Up Each Other Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a little hiatus, the Soft Focus is back. And today's episode is a deep dive into the world of ghee— an ancestral superfood of clarified butter. Sheerlie Ryngler, the woman behind cult ghee brand Belly of the Sun, is on the podcast today sharing the magic of healthy fat. At Belly of the Sun, she clarifies grass-fed butter and blends it with powerful herbs to make amazing treats that nourish body and spirit. Not only is her ghee sumptuous and full of nutrition, it is also crafted to support mood, immunity, fertility and more. Corinne and Sheerlie discuss— Why Ghee?Herbal ghee as a way to stack functionsSacred traditions around the world celebrating ghee, milk, etcFat fueling abundance and safety Chronic misunderstanding of fat in the diet The interplay of fat, safety, fertility, and resilienceThe various body systems that rely on fatThe essence of being and feeling nourishedHow Sheerlie makes her blendsThe power of direct-experience with herbsHow Sheerlie sources her productsSierra Nevada cheese companyWhy grass-fed, pasture-raised butter is differentThe key detail about getting enough vitamin DThe power of ancestral practices The nutritional profile of ghee, and why it might be better for people sensitive to dairy How food sensitivities are mostly reversibleCorinne's personal experience getting over her food sensitivities The radical power of simplicitySheerlie's experience moving to a rural area from an urban upbringing How coming home to ourselves can be a challenging process Sheerlie's new direction with Belly of the Sun Our societal misconceptions about premium food products Why some food on grocery stores shelves is so cheapThe importance of raising prices and valuing ourselves in our businesses Sheerlie's view on living with deeper intention and clarity Connecting the dots between our choices and what we wish to create in the world Digging deep to find strength when it feels like everything is stacked against youInterested in connecting with Sheerlie? Find her online www.bellyofthesun.com and on instagram bellyofthesun. Check out the amazing sampler box of ghee and get hooked for yourself.This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.And as always, we'd love to hear from you. Did you love this episode? Did it make you think? Let us know. Reach out via email hello@latebloomerranch.com or on Instagram @latebloomerranch Please subscribe, rate and review the show. See you next time.

In this latest episode of the FocusCore podcast, host David Sweet is joined by Timothy Connor from Synnovate, a company that helps companies launch and succeed in the Japan market through four key practice areas. If you are a business leader in the Japanese market this conversation will provide some invaluable insights. In the episode Timothy explains the concept of strategic leadership and outlines the five leadership archetypes that are required at the different stages of an organization's growth. In this episode you will hear:How Timothy pivoted from designing apparel to marketingTimothy's approach to identifying essential customer experience touch pointsWhat a social listening exercise is and how it can help your companyWhy last impressions can be more important than first impressionsAbout strategic leadership and the five leadership archetypesThe different skill sets required for each of the leadership archetypesAbout Timothy:Timothy Connor is a bilingual and bicultural longtime resident of Tokyo Japan. He has 25 years of experience in consumer related businesses, both B2B2C and B2C. During this time, he has developed a deep understanding of the Japanese market, its consumers, and the unique aspects of doing business in Japan, where trust relationships are essential.As CEO of Synnovate, he develops road maps to growth, leads the implementation, and works synergistically with the local master distributor or franchisor to achieve growth. He uses his bilingual and bicultural expertise to liaise and create a trust relationship with the distributors and partners to then innovate in products, sales and marketing channels, and activation promotional activities. As a non-Japanese, he can often see opportunities that the Japanese partners cannot and has more flexibility than a Japanese partner to do things outside the box. Marketing to Japanese consumers requires a highly developed customer experience and attention to the finest details of quality, an aspect sometimes overlooked by foreign brands.Previously Managing Director in charge of corporate development and the marketing service business group of an American owned firm. His role was to find new business opportunities, devise the market strategy for sales and distribution partners, develop the organization, and subsequently run the new business.These experiences motivated him to develop the concept of strategic leadership and the five “types” of leadership that can become necessary in the growth journey of any business.Connect with Timothy:Website: https://www.synnovate.jp/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothyconnor/Connect with David Sweet:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavidsweet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/focuscorejp Facebook: :https://www.facebook.com/focuscoreasiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/focuscorejp/ Website: https://www.japan.focuscoregroup.com/ “Doin' the Uptown Lowdown,” used by permission of Christopher Davis-Shannon. To

This week on The Business of Open Source, I spoke with Jimmy Zelinskie, co-founder and CPO of Authzed, which is behind SpiceDB. We kicked off the discussion with a really interesting discussion about whether or not SpiceDB is a database and whether or not Authzed is a database company. At first they didn't see it that way, but as soon as they started leaning in on describing the product as a database, the more successful they were at getting people in their community to quickly understand what they did and how to use it. But it wasn't just important for adoption: Once the team realized they were a database company, the business model they should follow seemed obvious, and they could make product decisions without stepping on anyone's toes. Some topics we covered: How positioning SpiceDB as a database, and Authzed as a database company, helped everything else fall into place, from growth to product strategyWhy people often do want to avoid self-managing critical infrastructureThe difference in ideal user profile and ideal customer profilesHow transparency is the biggest benefit that Authzed gets from having an open source project. How the decision to release an open source project was a direct consequence of positioning the technology as a database.Why it is extremely important to have a decision-making framework for deciding what features will go into the open source or the proprietary features, that is communicated throughout the companyWhy open source companies need to consider the open source users and communities as one of their stakeholders that needs to be represented in strategic discussionsIf you're the founder of an open source company — or you know anyone who is — and you don't have a good framework for making product decisions or struggle to communicate internally and externally what the difference between project and product is, I can help you figure that out. Here's more information. 

Not all successful companies can supercharge your career. And not all companies that struggle are bad for your career. How can you tell if your company, or one that you are consider, will supercharge your career? In this episode, we'll explore four key characteristics of career-accelerating companies: speed, market position, quality of talent, and development culture. Whether you're job hunting or evaluating your current role, these insights will help you identify environments that truly foster career growth.–We also discuss:Strong signals of a supercharged companyWhy shipping velocity is crucialLearning opportunities at immature companiesLooking for companies with strong talentWhat makes an excellent development culture–Referenced:Crafting a compelling career story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Reh9wTUIYc&t=913sGreatest hits on career advice with Peter Yang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BcCHEXAVVkIs my next job at a startup or big tech?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiELOo4_XGg&t=9sShould I join or leave an ex-hypergrowth company: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-rr1cYYfEUSix superpowers of product managers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnsSwHP3d-cStage of Company: A career unlock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H59CRHQ6va0&t=2053s–Where to find Nikhyl:LinkedInTwitter/XThreadsFind The Skip:WebsiteSubstackYouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsTikTokDon't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you're interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, Twitter or email me at: nikhyl@skip.community–Timestamps(00:00) Episode Teaser: How to 10x your career(01:10) Introducing the framework(03:41) The caller's question(05:00) 1: Speed and execution(08:43) 2: Market position(11:47) 3: Quality of talent(15:27) 4: Development culture(20:22) How to get in touch

EWB editor Luke Walsh talks to Enfinium's director of external affairs and strategic policy Karl Smyth about building carbon capture at the UK's largest EfW site This episode focuses on:Developing a CCS pilot at the Ferrybridge EfW site next month What comes next after the permitting pause and expected strategic review of EfW capacity With a general election due will a change of government increase focus on the waste sectorUK ETS will “encourage innovation around contracting” Two more EfW plants expected operational next year How a total of six EfW facilities is “probably” enough for the companyWhy carbon capture is like squeezing a double decker bus through a small pipe network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KeywordsResilience - Leadership – Schizophrenic Organisations – Self-awareness – Building Teams – Collective Consciousness - Artificial Harmony - Retreats In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Fabrice Desmarescuax, a McKinsey partner and executive coach, emphasises the importance of self-awareness, building strong teams, and being comfortable with risk for effective leadership. He also discusses the challenges and opportunities in modern leadership, the concept of a "schizophrenic organisation," and the need for two distinct organisational models to coexist within a company. Finally, he talks about the benefits of retreats for leaders and the state of the coaching industry. Main topicsEncouraging conflict for better decision-makingThe concept of 'artificial harmony' The importance of collective consciousness, diverse talent, and a shared goal in high-performing teamsLeadership and coaching in the context of organisational changeWhy experimentation and learning from failures is needed to make progressThe importance of retreats as a tool for leaders to disconnect from the busyness of daily life, gain a different perspective, and reconnect with themselves The concept of a "schizophrenic organisation"The mismatch between an organisations' public values and internal behavioursThe need for two distinct organisational models to coexist within a companyWhy senior leaders must be comfortable with complexityAction items To find out more about Fabrice visit desmarescaux.com or LinkedIn Fabrice's book is The Art of Retreats: A Leaders Journey Towards Clarity, Balance and Purpose.

In this episode of The Business of Open Source, I talked with four-time entrepreneur Mike Schwartz, CEO and founder of Gluu as well as the host of Open Source Underdogs podcast, about his long career in entrepreneurship. Here's some particularly interesting things to take out of this episode:“Beware an entrepreneur's second company.” — Mike says his second company was a disaster because he tried to apply the lessons from the first company in the second, and often those lessons aren't right for the new businessGoing all in on being a product company — the toughest year in Gluu's history was when they decided to stop consulting and make it or break it as a product companyWhy it's a good idea to look at the market analytically and start a company in a market you'll be able to compete in without a huge number of featuresWhy Gluu actually has more features in the open source version than the enterprise edition — because the open source distribution gets features that are in beta whereas the enterprise customers need a product that is 100% fully baked. Why Mike doesn't believe in making the enterprise product more ‘scaleable' — the open source project should be just as scaleable as the enterprise productThis episode was recorded on site at State of Open Con 24, outside in a media van! 

EP 87 - Jazmin Cornejo: Going Your Own WaySome people recognize early on that they aren't made to be employees. Some of us are much better suited to be self-employed, though it often takes a while to learn that lesson and even longer to find a way to make it happen. Jazmin is one of those people and has made it on her own and has now expanded into starting another business. Jazmin Cornejo is the Founder and CEO at FeMAVEN Modern Girls Getaways. As a travel and food maven, she never shows up to the party empty-handed. She is the go-to person to plan the next happy hour, bachelorette, international birthday trip, or long weekend getaway. She has over a decade of experience in hospitality and events domestically and internationally in top destinations such as San Diego, Scottsdale, Tulum, Vietnam, and Australia. She has been to over 15 countries and counting!WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Some of the reasons Jazmin left the corporate world and felt more at home being an entrepreneurWhat the catalyst that finally pushed Jazmin into being self-employedThe series of events that led to Jazmin starting a second and more successful companyWhy slowing down and asking a busy person in customer service how their day is going can make a huge difference in their dayThe reasons Jazmin thinks people should work at least 6 months in the hospitality fieldHow to hand things off to a Virtual Assistant when it feels like absolute chaosWhy you could greatly benefit from hiring a Virtual Assistant in your businessWhy saying no to business that doesn't feel right to you is always what you should doFAVORITE QUOTE:“I'm a firm believer of saying “No” to business that doesn't feel right.”Jazmin CornejoCONNECT WITH JAZMIN: InstagramFeMAVENGetaways.comHOW TO GET INVOLVED: Lori Jewett Unscripted is a podcast that uncovers the transformative power of unearthing your inner superpowers.  We're here to explore the incredible benefits that come from digging deep within ourselves.  Uncover hidden strengths and untapped abilities that lie within every one of us.  Whether you're seeking personal growth or looking to make a lasting impact on the world, this podcast is your guide to unleashing your inner superhero.  Be sure to catch this and other profound episodes of Lori Jewett Unscripted in Apple Podcasts.

Can increasing expenses also increase your net income? Can profitable jobs bankrupt a company? Today, we are exploring more unconventional wisdom in construction that you may not have ever considered. Topics we cover in this episode include:How adding expenses helps your bottom lineHow a profitable job could bankrupt your companyWhy an LLC is not always the right choice for setting up a construction companyLINKSVisit the episode page at https://carpentercpas.com/unconventional for more details and a transcript of the show.Find all episodes and related links at ContractorSuccessForum.com.Join the conversation on our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/CarpenterCPAsFIND US ONLINEWade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.comStephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.comFind all episodes and related links at ContractorSuccessForum.com.Join the conversation on our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/CarpenterCPAs FIND US ONLINEWade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.comStephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.com

Can increasing expenses also increase your net income? Can profitable jobs bankrupt a company? Today, we are exploring more unconventional wisdom in construction that you may not have ever considered. Topics we cover in this episode include:How adding expenses helps your bottom lineHow a profitable job could bankrupt your companyWhy an LLC is not always the right choice for setting up a construction companyLINKSVisit the episode page at https://carpentercpas.com/unconventional for more details and a transcript of the show.Find all episodes and related links at ContractorSuccessForum.com.Join the conversation on our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/CarpenterCPAsFIND US ONLINEWade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.comStephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.comFind all episodes and related links at ContractorSuccessForum.com.Join the conversation on our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/CarpenterCPAs FIND US ONLINEWade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.comStephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.com

Simon Nichols, manager of BNY Mellon Multi-Asset Balanced, explains why he believes the world's leading technology firms can continue to deliver strong performance heading into 2024. Simon also explains the fund's thematic approach, and how it helps identify companies tapping into major themes, like de-globalisation and aging populations, to micro-themes like advancements in semiconductor technology.Simon also highlights his preference for government bonds and explains how uncertainties surrounding interest rates, economic growth, and inflation impact his economic outlook going into 2024 – and where he believes there will be opportunities.What's covered in this episode: Introduction to the BNY Mellon Multi-Asset Balanced fundThe objectives of the fundThe wide resources of the Newton teamLong-term themes (and micro-themes) in the fund His preference for larger companiesWhy he prefers a specific type of value companyWhy bonds and equities might move in different directions to each other His use of government bonds in the portfolioWill technology continue to outperform?Nvidia investment storyOpportunities in 2024More about the fund:Leveraging the extensive resources at Newton, manager Simon Nichols has established a robust strategy that employs thematic investing to address the transformative factors shaping global markets. He focuses on "future-facing business models" capable of harnessing megatrends within their industries. While the fund primarily allocates to global equities, it also includes a portion dedicated to bonds.Learn more on fundcalibre.comPlease remember, we've been discussing individual companies to bring investing to life for you. It's not a recommendation to buy or sell. The fund may or may not still hold these companies at the time of listening. Elite Ratings are based on FundCalibre's research methodology and are the opinion of FundCalibre's research team only.

Our guest is Kirsten Moorfield, she's the cofounder and COO at Cloverleaf. We got to hear Kirsten on a panel at a conference here in Indy and really resonated with a lot of what she shared. Our conversation went a few directions but a few things stood out to us. How Kirsten made a massive pivot to start a tech companyWhy she finds the work at Cloverleaf so encouragingKirsten's ‘Ah Ha' moments in building this product. The most surprising thing we talked about was how she discovered that less time for users on their platform was a good thing. Cloverleaf is an automated and scalable coaching platform for companies who want to help their employees be the best versions of themselves. You can find out more information about them and even try them out for free at Cloverleaf.me. We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to podcast@sep.com to share your feedback on this show.You can find more information about this podcast at sep.com/podcast and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening!

On this episode of The Open Talent Report, Connor Heaney talks to Nadia Vatalidis, Head of People and Culture at TestGorilla which offers skills-based assessments designed to identify the best candidates and make your hiring decisions faster, easier, and bias-free. Nadia is also an Advisory Board Member at several high growth tech companies. She is at the forefront of many leading success stories when it comes to remote working, async working and global mobility. During the episode Connor & Nadia cover:Nadia's storyThe transition from founder to working for a companyWhy is there growth in EOR, AOR & payroll platforms?African talent pool – why is it overlooked & what can we do about it?Talent demand & talent supply mismatch – why & how can we solve it?Talent screening – skills-based hiringRemote work – good or bad? Automation, AI & job displacementPredictions for future of workTestGorilla – what it does & the challenges it solvesConnect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiavatalidis/ Connect with Connor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrmconnorheaney/ Visit TestGorilla's website: https://www.testgorilla.com/ Visit CXC's website: https://www.cxcglobal.com/ 

“Show up as who you were created to be.” – Teresa VelardiToday's bonus featured bestselling bookcaster is speaker, editor, transformational life coach, potter, and founder of Authentic Endeavors Publishing, Teresa Velardi. Teresa and I had a fun chat about her story from the book, “Win the Wellness W.A.R.: We Are Responsible for All Things Wellness”, working with clay is a healing experience, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn:The parallels between the pottery process and personal growthWhat led to Teresa starting her own book publishing companyWhy gratitude and abundance are not just about money Teresa's Site: https://www.teresavelardi.com/The Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCNZD5YT?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbkTeresa's Live Radio Show/Podcast, “Conversations That Make a Difference”: https://dreamvisions7radio.com/conversations-that-make-a-difference/ The opening track is titled “I Feel It” by Bosnow from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/bosnow/i-feel-itLicense code: OLUCPMP4LR8AQ2XC Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… #WintheWellnessWAR Bonus Ep. – “Mind and Body Connection” with Carolyn Lebanowski: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/winthewellnesswar-bonus-ep-mind-and-body-connection-with-carolyn-lebanowski/ #WintheWellnessWAR Bonus Ep. – “Own Your Awkward” with Andy Vargo (@awkwardcareer): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/winthewellnesswar-bonus-ep-own-your-awkward-with-andy-vargo-awkwardcareer/ #WintheWellnessWAR Ep. – “The Fruits of My Struggles” with JoAnna Baanana (@joannabaanana): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/winthewellnesswar-ep-the-fruits-of-my-struggles-with-joanna-baanana-joannabaanana/ #WintheWellnessWAR Bonus Ep. – “Catalyst” with Gina Lobito: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/winthewellnesswar-bonus-ep-catalyst-with-gina-lobito/ #FourFoldFormula Ep. – “Our Body is a Castle” with Dr. Markus Wettstein: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/fourfoldformula-ep-our-body-is-a-castle-with-dr-markus-wettstein/ Ep. 724 – “Author To Authority” with Kim Thompson-Pinder (@powerfull_livin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-724-author-to-authority-with-kim-thompson-pinder-powerfull_livin/ Ep. 712 – “When Your Heart Says to Leave a Legacy” with Bridget Cook-Burch (@inspiritwriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-712-when-your-heart-says-to-leave-a-legacy-with-bridget-cook-burch-inspiritwriter/ #Bonus Ep. – “From Idea to Finished Manuscript” with Chandler Bolt (@self_pub_school): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-idea-to-finished-manuscript-with-chandler-bolt-self_pub_school/ Ep. 670 – “The Bestselling Book Formula” with Honorée Corder (@Honoree): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-670-the-bestselling-book-formula-with-honoree-corder-honoree/ Ep. 681 – “Make Someone's Moment Through Podcasting” with Kelly Smith: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-681-make-someones-moment-through-podcasting-with-kelly-smith/ Ep. 660 – "You Published A Book...Now What?" With Carolyn Choate: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-660-you-published-a-booknow-what-with-carolyn-choate/ 216 – “The Write Way” with Amy Collins (@askamycollins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/216-the-write-way-with-amy-collins-askamycollins/ Ep. 340 – “A Single Light” with Tosca Lee (@ToscaLee): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-340-a-single-light-with-tosca-lee-toscalee/ #LocalAuthor Bonus Ep. – “The Wise Man” with Michele Chynoweth (@AuthorMichele): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/localauthor-bonus-ep-the-wise-man-with-michele-chynoweth-authormichele/

How crucial is guarding your mind against negative online content in today's digital age?Today, Rick Girard discusses his book "Healing Career Wounds," emphasizing that higher salaries aren't always the key to attracting top talent and highlights software for consistent hiring. Meanwhile, Tim Branyan shares pandemic-induced reflections on life and the underpayment of content creators on mainstream platforms. Discover TrueFanz, an innovative platform that allows content creators to go live, create a community, monetize their posts, mass message for a competitive edge, and more.Listen in to hear about embracing change as a leader, guarding your mind against negative content, and creating new revenue streams online!In this episode:What it means to heal career wounds and attract high-caliber talent to a companyWhy the hiring process should have a system not based on gut feelings and biasesWhy it's essential to be mindful of the content we consume and how it might be impacting our characterTim shares how TrueFanz, the invite-only content creation platform, is redefining what it means to monetize your talentsMain takeaways:Having a high operating system allows companies to do this successfullyReading books to improve your managerial skills instead of relying on your old bossLeaders need to be prepared for the challenges of a new roleThe world needs more communityFear is driving a lot of the negative behavior in societyInvest in yourself to be able to serve othersQuotes:“If you want to be able to attract really high caliber talent to your company. Then heal their career wounds.” - Rick Girard“I love people, and I didn't want to stop living in fear of not living.” - Tim Branyan“If you're not really careful about how you guard your mind and the information that you put in, and if you're not looking at the nutritional value of the content that you're consuming. That's a scary thought.” - Tim BranyanConnect with Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Spirit was in the room for this one. In this episode, we're joined by the soulful and spirited Victoria Washington who discusses the intersection between spirituality and business. You'll get a peek behind the curtain at the real-time changes in my business, as well as hear Victoria talk about leadership, career and purpose with a unique lens. So, if you're wanting to blend your passion with your purpose, this episode is for you.Listen in as we chat:God being your co-creatorHow to activate of your true purpose and missionLetting go of who you were to become who you are here to beLeading a business vs leading a companyWhy leadership is so important and the true meaning behind leadershipComing back to your relationship with prayerTo learn more about Victoria's work, visit www.wealthembodimentflow.com or follow her on Instagram at @IAMVICTORIAWASHINGTONStill craving new content? Jump into The Esoteric Entreprenuer Club for extra weekly episodes, audio workshops, discounts & moreWant Jaz to be your personal coach?? Click here to explore Premium Private Business Coaching packages & secure your spot. Only 2 Spots Available for Q3 startCONNECT WITH JAZ:Follow & Connect IG Work With JBSubscribe to YouTube Channel to Watch The Podcast

“Sales hasn't changed in 100 years or more.” – Thomas EllisToday's featured author is keynote speaker, sales management veteran, LinkedIn trainer, President & Chief Sales Coach of EWC Consultants, Thomas Ellis. Thomas and I talk about his book, “B.U.D. Better, Unique, & Desirable: The Sales Process That Gets Results”, reframing the way you see sales, and more!! Key Things You'll Learn:How he got into sales and started his own consulting companyWhy the art of sales hasn't foundationally changed in a long timeWhat Thomas has planned for the futureWhat major setback in sales helped him create more successHow to reframe the way you see the art of selling Thomas' Site: https://tellissalescoach.com/Thomas' Book: https://www.amazon.com/B-U-D-Better-Unique-Desirable-Process/dp/0578350998/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1642112170&sr=8-1 The opening track is titled “Check It Out” by Mountaineer from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-outLicense code: AR6DFPGVXQ9Q1SSY Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… Ep. 451 – “The Divine Comedy of Sales” with Matt McDarby (@mmcdarby): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-451-the-divine-comedy-of-sales-with-matt-mcdarby-mmcdarby/ Ep. 610 – “Are You Open To…” with Merit Kahn, CSP (@MeritKahn): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-610-are-you-open-to-with-merit-kahn-csp-meritkahn/ Ep. 397 – “Make Your Own Break” with Jennifer Lieberman (@iamjenlieberman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-397-make-your-own-break/ Ep. 583 – “How to Be the Face of Your Business” with Tonya Eberhart (@brandfacestar): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-583-how-to-be-the-face-of-your-business-with-tonya-eberhart-brandfacestar/ #Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Be Excellent Now” with Ben Scott, Jr. (@benscottllc): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-be-excellent-now-with-ben-scott-jr-benscottllc/ Ep. 509 - "Exit Rich" With Michelle Seiler Tucker (@MSeilerTucker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-509-exit-rich-with-michelle-seiler-tucker-mseilertucker/ Ep. 600 – “Equanimity” with Simon Leslie (@simonleslie21): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-600-equanimity-with-simon-leslie-simonleslie21/ Ep. 588 – “30 Second Success” with Laura Templeton (@30SecondSuccess): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-588-30-second-success-with-laura-templeton-30secondsuccess/ Ep. 348 – “Bring Inner Greatness Out” with Dr. Mansur Hasib, CISSP, PMP, CPHIMS (@mhasib): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-348-bring-inner-greatness-out-with-dr-mansur-hasib-cissp-pmp-cphims-mhasib/ Ep. 479.5 – “How Entrepreneurs Can Be More Productive, Make Better Decisions, & Increase Their Bottom Lines” with Belinda Ellsworth (@stepintosuccess): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-4795-how-entrepreneurs-can-be-more-productive-make-better-decisions-increase-their-bottom-lines-with-belinda-ellsworth-stepintosuccess/ Ep. 632 – “The Career Toolkit” with Mark Herschberg (@CareerToolkitBk): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-632-the-career-toolkit-with-mark-herschberg-careertoolkitbk/ Ep. 621 – “F*cked To Focused” with Donnie Boivin (@DonnieBoivin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-621-fcked-to-focused-with-donnie-boivin-donnieboivin/ Ep. 591 – “From Battered to Boss Lady” with Pennie Crockett (@PenniesTea): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-591-from-battered-to-boss-lady-with-pennie-crockett-penniestea/ Ep. 464 – “Redemption” with Bart Butler: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-464-redemption-with-bart-butler/

Get ready to rev up your business success by prioritizing your health! We invited an exciting guest to share his secrets for maintaining a healthy lifestyle while running a successful business. Buckle up for a high-octane conversation filled with Stephen Modesitt's powerful tips and insights to help you take your health and business to the next level!Key takeaways to listen forKey changes and strategies for adapting to the business world Advantages and disadvantages of forming partnershipsHow to establish trust and accountability as core values and culture in your companyWhy integrity matters in entrepreneurshipA practical approach to managing your day as a business ownerThe importance of relationships and their integration in running your businessResources Mentioned In This EpisodeHolacracy by Brian J. Robertson | Kindle, Paperback, and HardcoverAbout Stephen ModesittStephen is the CEO of Connected Consulting a Missouri-based small business that specializes in the Purchasing of New IT Equipment for Telephone Systems and Services. The company's core strength resides in its experienced personnel with solid backgrounds in Information Technology Equipment and Electronic Commerce Services. Employees with Connected Consulting have decades of combined experience providing quality services and exceptional results to meet their clients' expectations. Personnel with Connected Consulting are committed to exceptional customer service, timely output, and efficiency in their efforts.Connect with StephenWebsite: Connected ConsultingLinkedIn: Stephen ModesittNumber: 314-925-4887 Connect With UsMaster your context with real-results leadership training!To learn more, visit our website at www.greatsummit.com.For tax, bookkeeping, or accounting help, contact Dr. Nate's team at www.theincometaxcenter.com or send an email to info@theincometaxcenter.com.Follow Dr. Nate Salahon on his Social MediaLinkedin: Nate Salah, Ph.D.Instagram: @natesalah Facebook: Nate SalahTikTok: @drnatesalahClubhouse: @natesalah

We know that healthy, fresh food improves health outcomes. But what if you live in a food desert? Or you depend on food stamps to feed your family?What if you could get fresh produce delivered straight to your door as a benefit of your health plan?Ashley Turner is Founder and CEO of FarmboxRx, a national brand on a mission to promote health equity through nutrition and health literacy.Ashley's experience as a single mom on food stamps drives her advocacy in advancing food security and bringing educational resources to underserved populations.On this episode of HLTH Matters, Ashley joins host Dr. Jessica Shepherd to explain how the concept of food as medicine inspired the creation of FarmboxRx and explore how the company evolved to focus on patient engagement.Ashley describes how CMS's emphasis on health equity helped FamboxRx gain traction and discusses the pilot program that proved its value as a care management intervention.Listen in for insight on how the FarmboxRx benefit helps Medicare and Medicaid enrollees feel cared for and learn how Ashley's team provides healthy food and promotes health literacy among its members.Topics CoveredThe challenges Ashley faced in trying to eat healthy on food stamps in a food desertHow the concept of food as medicine inspired the creation of FarmboxRxHow FarmboxRx evolved to become a patient engagement companyWhy it was challenging to get health plans to offer FarmboxRx as a benefit early onHow CMS's focus on health equity helped FarmboxRx gain tractionThe pilot program that proved FarmboxRx's value as a care management interventionHow FarmboxRx promotes health literacy and drives other healthy behaviors among membersThe benefit of having lived what Medicare/Medicaid members are going throughHow Ashley visualizes herself as a disruptor in the healthcare spaceHow FarmboxRx's call center addresses food insecurity through member engagement Connect with Ashley TyrnerFarmboxRx Connect with Dr. Jessica ShepherdHLTHDr. Shepherd on TwitterDr. Shepherd on LinkedIn ResourcesCMS Supplemental Benefits for SSBCI EnrolleesStores Accepting SNAP OnlineSeema VermaChiquita Brooks-LaSureFarmboxRx's Partnership with Molina Healthcare of NMHEDIS Health Plan RatingsSocial Determinants of Health

Summary:ADP's Meeting of the Minds was held in Atlanta, GA in March 2023 and our very own David Turetsky led a session about pay transparency. With an increasing number of states adopting pay transparency legislation, it's important for companies to not only recognize that pay transparency is now being treated more seriously than ever but also prepare for its adoption. In this episode, David talks about the rise of pay transparency legislation, the challenges it presents to organizations, and how to prepare for it. Chapters:[0:00 - 2:18] IntroductionThis episode was recorded live at ADP's Meeting of the Minds in March 2023!Today's Topic: Pay Transparency[2:19 - 21:25] What exactly is pay transparency and what are its benefits?Why it's important to educate executives about processes and laws regarding payBuilding pay transparency into a company culture helps foster a fair, equitable environment[21:26 - 46:54] Challenges with pay transparency adoption and how it affects various roles within a companyWhy updated, accurate job descriptions are paramountPay transparency laws are rapidly being adopted across the US[46:55 - 56:29] Q&AWhat does it mean to benchmark a role?How to write good job descriptions and who should be responsible for updating them?[56:30 - 57:00] ClosingThanks for listening!Quotes:“Pay is always [an emotional topic] when you sit down with your employee . . . make sure they're emotionally ready to have a conversation.”“There are a lot of challenges [with pay transparency] and one of them is that compliance cost is extremely high.”Contact:David's LinkedInProduction by Affogato MediaPodcast Manger: Karissa Harris

Scaling a company requires planning, funding, systems, and plenty of grit. Ajay Vashee gained the latter when he became one of the youngest CFOs of a publicly listed company at Dropbox. With the help of his team, Ajay helped scale Dropbox from $45M to nearly $2B in revenue and grow the employee base 30-fold. Ajay later leveraged his experience as an operator to become a general partner at IVP, where he has helped lead investments in companies like DeepL, Jasper, and TaxBit, among others. By focusing on delivering impact and building relationships, Ajay is able to help companies scale at impressive rates, even amid today's challenging economy.In today's episode, host Catherine Jhung talks with Ajay about his advice for operators, how to change the trajectory of a company, and the importance of team collaboration. We'll also hear about mapping ROI, scaling in the current economy, spending thoughtfully without sacrificing growth, and much more. Topics include:Ajay's advice for operators moving up the ranksUsing business to deliver impactChanging the trajectory of a companyWhy you should map ROIThe importance of collaboration and strong teamsHow to scale in the current economySpending thoughtfully without sacrificing growthThe most dangerous decision a company can makeAnd other topics…Ajay Vashee is the former CFO of Dropbox and a current general partner of IVP. When he joined Dropbox, it was just a five-year-old company with 100 employees. During his tenure, Ajay helped scale Dropbox from $45M to nearly $2B in revenue and grow the employee base 30-fold. As one of the youngest CFOs of a publicly listed company, Ajay helped lead Dropbox through its milestone IPO. He was also named the Bay Area CFO of the Year by the San Francisco Business Times.Ajay is now a general partner at IVP, a leading growth-stage venture firm in San Francisco with over $9 billion in committed capital. IVP is one of the top-performing firms in the industry and has backed innovative companies like Coinbase, DeepL, Grammarly, Jasper, Slack, and Twitter. 

For some, treasury isn't a lifelong career. It can be a springboard to a variety of different positions. And, on this episode of The Treasury Career Corner, a previous guest tells us the story of how treasury set him up for his new role.We are joined by Topi Jokiranta, CFO of Rettig Group. He first featured on the show in 2019 and re-joins this update episode to tell us what he's up to now.Topi shares some excellent tips, highlighting the emphasis on ownership in small treasury teams, the differences between working for public and private companies, and how he transitioned from Head of Group Treasury to CFO in 2021. Plus, he provides some superb advice on why treasurers should try new things.Topi Jokiranta, joined the firm in 2013. His previous roles at Rettig Group included Treasury Manager and Head of Group Treasury. Before Rettig Group, Topi worked internationally in various Treasury roles at Cadbury Plc, Diageo Plc, Tesco Plc and Carestream Health Inc.Topi holds an MBA from Aalto University Executive Education (Helsinki, Finland) and AMCT certificate from The Association of Corporate Treasurers (UK).On the podcast we discuss…Topi's career to dateHow technology can support the future of treasuryPros and cons of working for a public and private companyWhy you should try new things in treasuryUpdates on his careerTopi's transition from treasury to CFOYou can connect with Topi Jokiranta on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you've recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you're enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here! If you're interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here!

The importance of having a sustainable business model2 things that highly influence your business and investment decisionsHow to start implementing changes in your companyWhy you shouldn't follow a scarcity mindsetAdvice for businesses that'll invest in social movements and campaigns The Life & Money Show Spotlight:Your Life & Money: What is one thing you're doing to live a meaningful and intentional life by design?Other's Life and Money: What is one life or money hack that you can share that will make an impact in others' lives right now? Life & Money in the World: What's the one thing you're doing right now to make the world a better place? ABOUT BESSI GRAHAM Bessi Graham is an award-winning entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience working with business owners, governments, and large funding bodies to bring “doing good” and “making money” back together. From the grassroots of sitting in the dirt working with business owners in the Pacific Islands to the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, Bessi has seen it all and brings an unparalleled perspective on what makes change happen. Working with people who have “made it” but haven't found fulfillment, she helps them put their Time, Talent, and Treasure to work in ways that align with their values and allow them to create a legacy they can be proud of. Bessi teaches people to quiet the noise of the demands and opinions of others and hear their voices more clearly so they can contribute from a place of authenticity. She removes the frustration and pressure from living someone else's idea of success and replaces it with a sense of flow and fulfillment that can only come when you tap into the fullness of who you are and who you are becoming. CONNECT WITH BESSI Podcast: Both/And with Bessi GrahamWebsite: Bessi GrahamInstagram: @bessigrahamLinkedIn: Bessi Graham CONNECT WITH USTo connect with Annie and Julie, as well as with other Investing For Good listeners, and to get the latest scoop on new and upcoming episodes, join Life and Money Show Podcast Community on Facebook.To learn more about real estate syndication investment opportunities, join the Goodegg Investor Club.Be sure to also grab your free copy of the Investing For Good book (just pay S&H)--Thanks for listening, and until next time, keep investing for good!

It's Time To Run Your Business Without It Running You! In today's episode, we welcome Stacy Tuschl. Stacy is a Best-Selling Author, Business Coach, and Multiple 7-Figure Business Owner. She is the CEO & Founder of Well Oiled Operations, where she helps entrepreneurs automate and drive more traffic to their businesses. Stacy started her first business in her parent's backyard teaching dance classes and still runs that company today and has turned it into a 7 figure business. She is also the host of the Well Oiled Operations Podcast, which shares proven strategies for building high-performance teams, building systems, automation, and more. Listen closely as Stacy shares her story of finding her passion for dance and how she created a 7 figure business at a young age. Stacy also explains how she learns by doing and taking action instead of focusing on theory.They dive deep into why companies need to put systems in place in order to run effectively, how to onboard new employees using video and demonstrations and why owners and founders should be involved when creating systems and processes.Key Highlights:  [00:01 - 11:57] Falling in Love with Dance and BusinessJoining the varsity dance team at eight years oldGraduating with a business degree but stepping away from the traditional pathStacy's first business that turned into a 7 figure businessStacy's take on traditional education and going to college [11:58 - 17:02] Mastering Building Systems and ProcessesBuilding a million-dollar dance studio in the 2008 recessionFrom chaos to systems and processesHow Stacy leverages video and demonstrations to onboard new employees [17:03 -28:11] Well-Oiled OperationsTurning a passion for dance and business into a great companyWhy owners should be involved in the system-building processHow Stacy helps companies build systemsLeveraging a podcast to grow authority and trust Tweetable Quotes:  “My knowledge came from running a business for 20 years, making mistakes, trying things, and learning the hard way ” - Stacy Tushcl“My passion for dance ended up turning into my passion for business. I'm obsessed with business!” - Stacy Tushcl.Connect with Stacy:LinkedIn Visit: stacytusch.com Subscribe to the Well-Oiled Operations Podcast Listen to Travis's interview on Stacy's show here. Follow Stacey on:  Instagram: @stacytuschl Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joe Keeley's love for hockey led him into entrepreneurship in one of the most unique ways you've ever heard! Today, Keeley is the CEO and Co-founder of JustiFi Technologies, a venture backed fintech business providing payments and fintech infrastructure and strategy for vertical SaaS platforms. In this episode, you will hear:How Joe accidentally started a very successful small business and the powerful moment when a recruiter moved Joe away from a career in corporate and on his path of entrepreneurshipWhat Joe did to reorient himself after successfully exiting his first companyWhy you MUST do things that don't scale before you can begin to scale your startupConnect with your host on Instagram at @shauna.armitage and listen to more Startup Renegade stories at www.startuprenegades.com

In this episode we chat with Brent Sanders and Roman Beylin on due diligence when it comes to technology. This discussion is everything a first-time (or tenth-time) seller needs to know when it comes to managing your exit strategy with technical diligence.Some of the top things a first-time buyer should take away from this session:Why proper documentation right from the beginning is keyWhat licenses really mean and how you may need to upgrade your software dependencies and packages The rubric for what a buyer is looking for: code, testing infrastructure, source and product management, how team works, service set upThe key licensing questions you need to be clear about with your companyWhy folks that work with brokers tend to leave it up to the buyer to be diligent rather than be proactive in being diligentThe role attorneys and fractional CTO's have in technical diligence and who else you need to talk to in your business to get startedWhy centralizing access control and single passwords are essentialUnderstanding legacy code and why you need to be prepared to go places that haven't been touched in a whileThe most common things that business owners get wrong with the transition Why agencies often aren't necessary and how to avoid a walking dead portfolio companyAt what point in the M&A it makes sense to bring on someone to help with technical due diligenceThe importance of diligent password managementWhy it's important to keep your software updated constantly to minimize risk and mitigate future issuesIf you're looking for a smooth transition, this episode on technical diligence is not one you'll want to miss. Tune in to get all the details to manage your exit smoothly.Related episodes:Who's Your Buyer? A Look Into the Most Common Types of Buyers in a Business AcquisitionDon't Spill the Bean. Why Confidentiality Matters when You're Planning an ExitLinks:VerneHQDueDilioFastCTOKeywords:Due diligence in technology, passwords, technology, tech, licensing 

Welcome back to another car chat with Kat. This time, Kat is discussing network marketing and what it is you need to know in order to lead with grace and succeed with ease. Kat kicks off this episode by sharing her experience and history with network marketing. Then, she talks about the importance of embracing your uniqueness within a company by establishing a brand within a brand. This is the key to separating you from your competitors and others just like you. Kat also shares why leading a team is a sales job, and why sometimes it feels like you're dragging people when what you really want to do is lead them. This is a great conversation to tune in to, especially if you're wondering if School of Sales would be a good fit for you as a network marketer. Tune in and learn how School of Sales equips you with the critical skill of persuasion, and why the most important sale you'll ever make is the one you make to yourself.In this episode, we cover:Kat's experience with network marketingHow to embrace your uniqueness within a companyWhy your uniqueness separates you from the competitionHow School of Sales equips you with the skill to persuadeWhy you feel like you're dragging people instead of leading themWhy you're the most important sale you'll ever make is to yourselfEnroll in School of Sales (Deadline to enroll is September 30)Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/theguideculture/  

On this episode Pat sits down with Clara Gold, former Director of Growth and Product of Latin American superapp Rappi. We dive into her journey, how Rappi has evolved along those years and how she personally grew within the company as it went through hyper growth. The narrative ties the Rappi expansion years to the growth of the LatAm ecosystem, putting into context how fundamental those years where. You will learn about:How to grow with the companyWhy a culture of hustling and relentless execution matters Picking a person to work for rather than a specific role The Softbank moment and how it has changed Rappi, if at all...You can find Clara on LinkedIn and Twitter. For more content on emerging markets investing and company building follow me on twitter @pat_travels or LinkedIn.

Everyone talks about having the ideal client, but have you ever considered having the ideal worker who matches up with your commercial cleaning business? When did you realize you needed software to expand your commercial cleaning business while hiring more staff? So, to find out the answers to all these questions and as a result, we are pleased to introduce Juan Chaparro, CEO of GMaids and PipeHire.Juan has been in the cleaning business since 2004, and GMaids is recognized for using truly non-toxic cleaning products. Now he is part of PipeHire, a management cleaning software company.In this Profitable Cleaning episode you will learn:How to identify your ideal employee for every cleaning companyWhy systems/software are important to keep everything on track?Why is it important to have a really clear idea of who's your perfect fit as an employee?We highly recommend you connect with Juan Chaparro and check out Gmaids and PipeHire.Follow Juan Chaparro on LinkedIn.Check out GMAIDS' Website.Check out the PipeHire Website.Are you looking to accelerate your network and business? Right now we only have TWO spots left for our Cleaning Propeth$ Mastermind in Denver on November 1st - 3rd. Email james@dayporter.com or angel@dayporter.com to learn more and claim your seat today!If you're in commercial cleaning and want to increase your sales, become part of our community today and get the best cleaning sales content and data in the industry. Join Our Private Profitable Cleaner FB GroupIf you enjoyed this podcast, you can help us out immensely by sharing it with a colleague and giving us a rating. We appreciate you!

Named Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay Military Spouse of the Year 2019 and MCAS Miramar Military Spouse of the Year 2022, Michelle Penczak is a virtual assistant by trade and a military spouse by love. Her husband Sean is a pilot in the Marine Corps, and through multiple relocations and deployments, Michelle built a vibrant, thriving independent virtual assistant business for herself. This grew into the business that is Squared Away today.In this episode, you will hear:How Michelle turned her thriving freelance business into a scalable startup companyWhy she never planned on being a CEOThe way Squared Away reverse engineered their affiliate programConnect with your host on Instagram at @shauna.armitage and listen to more Startup Renegade stories at www.startuprenegades.com

In this influencer-fueled world, we are constantly told that we must hit certain milestones to be a 'real business.' But the truth is, out of the 28 million companies in the United States, only 4% ever reach $1 million in revenue. And from there, only about 1 in 10 makes it to $10 million in revenue. Scaling requires an intentional focus on the "four major decision areas every company must get right: People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash." So, how can you scale your STR business and achieve the growth you envision? We've just started reading Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don'twith the STR Legends Mastermind, and it's already been influential for our team. For the next four months we will devote an episode of Get Paid For Your Pad to going through the book's different sections, "People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash." On this episode of STR conversations, Eric and I share some of our key takeaways from the people section of Scaling Up. Listen in for an overview of such topics as the difference between a good manager and a great manager and how to hire the right people for every role on your team and then help them play to their strengths and grow. We share what an A-player is and what they bring to your team. Plus, the one thing that will make or break the success of every aspect of your company. Topics Covered Why you need to get clear on exactly how many listings YOU need to get to where YOU want to goWhy it's so important to solve your team management issues in the beginningHow Scaling Up can help your business no matter what stage you are inThe most important aspect of scaling your businessHow big your team really needs to beWhy it's so important to step up as a leader in your company to scaleThe 2 most significant tests each member of your team needs to passWhat slows down the growth of a companyHow many people have to apply for your position before you find your A-team playerThe key to hiring A-players at every level of the companyWhy accountability will make or break the success of your companyHow to determine if your strengths as a leader are hindering your company's growthResources Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don'tTraction: Get a Grip on Your BusinessThe Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful BusinessesFREE HOST ASSESSMENT: Grow Your Airbnb BusinessAPPLY NOW for the Legends X STR Accelerator class beginning October 17!FREE Airbnb Starter GuideSubscribe to GPFYP on Apple PodcastsEmail jasper@getpaidforyourpad.comSponsor Legends X Short-Term Rental Accelerator Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would you have the courage to make the necessary changes if you realized your company or team was no longer working the way you'd hoped? Jonathan Keyser faced that challenge in his company, and he had the awareness and courage to tackle it head-on.  In this riveting conversation, Jonathan shares the struggles he experienced in identifying the changes that were needed, acknowledging his contributions to the situation, and the three core lessons he learned. You'll connect with his transparency and vulnerability as he shares the process of transitioning from Keyser 1.0 to Keyser 2.0.Jonathan is the founder of Keyser, one of the most innovative and trustworthy commercial real estate firms in the country. Along with their international partners, they have more than 560 people on their team worldwide. Jonathan's efforts to change the business world through selfless service are reflected in his content, thought leadership, and the level of excellence he holds his team to within Keyser. You'll discover: What caused Jonathan to realize he needed to make changes in his companyWhy key problem areas were all based on misalignmentThe key question he asked himself to determine which employees should stay…and which should move onHow Jonathan learned how to “do less and receive more.”

Ryan Gibson is the Chief Investment Officer and the Co-Founder of SIG. He has organized over $30M of private equity for Spartan's projects. Ryan has experience managing the development of SIGs projects in challenging markets.For SIG, Ryan is responsible for investor relations and capital raises for projects. Ryan is also a highly experienced commercial airline pilot. Ryan graduated from Mercyhurst University with a bachelor's degree in Business, with concentrations in Marketing, Management, and Advertising.Spartan Investment Group primarily focuses on self-storage syndications and recently launched Spartan Storage Fund 1. The fund targets value-add facilities in key markets throughout the United States.70 Projects, 2500 Units, and $540M in Self StorageJoin Our Passive Investor NetworkDownload Our Passive Investor Guide to Multifamily SyndicationsWE DISCUSS:How he found his co-founder and started his companyWhy he chose self-storage over other asset classesTop challenges faced when specializing in self-storageKey metrics to look for in a prime self-storage marketBuilding company culture and the importance of an in-office environmentRisks in hiring 3rd party property managementTheir goal to build a $5 Billion portfolioGUEST LINK:www.spartan-investors.comRyan@spartan-investors.comCONNECT WITH US! Visit our Website: https://www.canovocapital.com/podcastConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theleadsponsorFollow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheLeadSponsorFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleadsponsor/Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-sponsor-podcast-real-estate-investing/id1464256464LOVE THE SHOW? PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW & SHARE

My coaching clients are benefiting from Pat Mancuso's work and I'm so impressed that I had to share it with you here…Pat is helping some of my clients get nearly 200k EACH with a ERC recovery.What does that mean, and why does that matter to you?Because if you have W2 employees, and enjoy getting money back that's already earmarked for businesses like yours, then you need to listen to today's guest…You might remember Pat Mancuso from one year ago on Relentless Growth episode #54 (when we discussed how to stop wasting your potential in life & business.) Pat is a highly recognized thought leader, entrepreneur, and consultant, and one of the greatest coaches in the world (and I know because I've coached with him for hundreds of hours).He has built multiple successful businesses, including a real estate brokerage firm that reached nearly one billion dollars in less than four years.And now I've asked Pat to come back onto the show to specifically discuss ONE THING:How he's helping business owners get ERC (Employee Retention Credit) checks.If you own a business this can potentially help you get money (that you've already earned) into your hands so you can grow your business even faster.Hear how in today's episode!Highlights from #106:Get started with this free ERTCSurvey to see if you qualify for credit recovery.Introducing Pat Mancuso: coach, CEO, consultant, thought leader, and successful entrepreneur.What is ERC and why does it matter for business owners?The widespread misinformation and lack of knowledge regarding ERC credit recovery.What Pat discovered when he first explored the tax credit recovery for himself.Advice to people who hesitate to pursue credit recovery.Why you should still take advantage of credit recovery even if your business did ‘okay' during the pandemicHow clients get audit protection with Pat's companyWhy a research analyst prepares in-depth details about the implication of government mandates on each individual clientHow conflict can arise when your CPA lacks knowledge in credit recovery (aka, how you might get poor advice)Requirements to qualify for ERC / ERTCPat's advice: you owe it to your business to educate yourself about this and see if you business is eligible!

Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.On today's episode, we're diving into Part 2 of my conversation with FIREy Philanthropist, our first anonymous guest. FIREy Philanthropist wanted to remain anonymous because they practice stealth wealth, which means they don't tell their neighbors, friends, and really anyone outside of a close group of friends that they're rich and have retired early.Today, in Part 2, FIREy and I discuss some of the specific money and finance strategies he took to speed up his path to financial independence retire early (FIRE). Below are a list of articles that FIREy shared, which go into the concepts in more detail. Make sure to do your own research and consult financial professionals you work with.In Part 1, we learned about FIREy Philanthropist's journey to reaching Financial Independence (FI) and retiring in his early forties from a career in tech. We hear the mindsets that helped him get there and what he's been up to in the world of philanthropy since retiring.In today's conversation we discuss:The money moves FIREy Philanthropist used to speed his path to FIREThe mega backdoor Roth explainedFIREy's thoughts on holding the stock given to you by your companyWhy was designing your home important to you and how did you make that happen?Donor Advised Fund (DAF) as a powerful tool for philanthropy that saves taxesPotential tax advantages to of donating money to a non profit using a DAFInteresting ways to minimize capital gainsWhat piece of advice would he would give to somebody early on their path to financial independenceWhat piece of advice would you give to someone getting started with meditation or mindfulnessHow you can contact FIREy with your questions on FIRE (StealthyFIRE@outlook.comI really enjoyed this conversation with fiery philanthropists and I learned so much about the ins and outs of financial independence, how to know when you're at the point where it's okay to retire early and to feel confident in that decision.Connect with FIREy PhilanthropistEmail questions to StealthyFIRE@outlook.comMore from The Mindful FIRE PodcastMore Inspiring InterviewsFree Guided MeditationsBooks I recommendThe Simple Path to WealthDisclaimer: This should not be taken as financial advice.Important Note: It's important that I call out that none of this conversation is or should be considered financial advice. It's for entertainment and education purposes only. Make sure to explore these concepts on your own and with financial professionals you work with.

We all have different experiences and journey's into motherhood. For our guest today, becoming a mother was one of the hardest things she had done. From pregnancy to the first year after having her first child, she dealt with anxiety, depression, and guilt over her feelings. The feeling of being alone and having no one to turn to for support and to guide her through her needs, led her to found, Partum, a values-driven online marketplace for moms. Prior to founding Partum, Carli spent the last decade overseeing the brand marketing strategies for startups in a variety of industries, she's worked in everything from sports, media, engineering, CPG, tech and real estate. With a background in social media, influencer marketing, public relations and branding, Carli is passionate about building an online community to support mothers throughout every stage of motherhood.   We talk about:Carli's background and motherhood path that led to a mission based companyWhy the mission behind Partum is so meaningful The challenges, struggles, wins and surprises she's faced since starting PartumHer highest moment and lowest moment as a mompreneur so farAdvice to others looking to start a business as a momWhy moms shouldn't feel so alone and how to help overcome that Carli's Resources:Free Postpartum Survival GuideConnect with her on IG: @carlievilsizer Visit Partum: https://www.joinpartum.com Join our Kula village:Join the Kula waitlistFind us on IG: @hello.kulaAre you an expert?  Come work with us!Thanks for listening!

Spirit was in the room for this one. In this episode, we're joined by the soulful and spirited Victoria Washington who discusses the intersection between spirituality and business. You'll get a peek behind the curtain at real-time changes in my business, as well as hear Victoria talk about leadership, career and purpose with a unique lens. So, if you're wanting to blend your passion with your purpose, this episode is for you.Listen in as we chat:God being your co-creatorHow to activate of your true purpose and missionLetting go of who you were to become who you are here to beLeading a business vs leading a companyWhy leadership is so important and the true meaning behind leadershipComing back to your relationship with prayer✨ SIGN UP FOR THE PURPOSE TO PAYCHECK PRESALE LIST ✨To learn more about Victoria's work, visit www.wealthembodimentflow.com or follow her on Instagram at @IAMVICTORIAWASHINGTONCONNECT WITH JAZ:Follow & Connect with Jaz on IGSubscribe to Jaz's YouTube ChannelLEARN FROM ME:Learn Astrology & Tarot: Mystic MentorshipTake a Free Mystical MasterclassMaster your souls superpower and take the “RISE WITH YOUR RISING SIGN MASTERCLASS” 

How often do you think about ways to increase your income?Our guest today is Brian Waldron, an entrepreneur who started a seven-figure event space business in his early twenties as a side hustle. After getting fired from his job as a server, Brian decided to turn his side hustle into his full-time job.In today's episode, Brian shares how at 26 years old he has scaled his event space business to 7-figures, and how he is diversifying his investments to build more wealth for the future.In this episode, Brian Waldron discusses:How he went from being a server in an Italian restaurant to building a seven-figure event space companyWhy the event space is an attractive way to build incomeKey steps to start a successful event space locationWhy automation and delegation is important to growing your businessThe importance of income diversificationOther avenues he is using to build wealthIf you enjoyed today's episode, here's what you can do to support me and help more Dreamers discover the podcast:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. I read every single review. I will select one review to read on the podcast every month.Follow the podcast, so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | iHeart Radio | Amazon Music | Listen NotesShare the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @thedreamers.podcast and let me know what you like about it.Would you rather watch this episode? Go to our YouTube channel to enjoy the video version. And while you're at it, click the bell to subscribe so you can get notified when a new episode comes out.Other Episodes You Might Like:How to Change Your Money Mindset to Earn More With Natalie BullenHow Erika Brown Quit Her Corporate Job To Pursue Real Estate And Purchased 38 Doors in Five Years Connect with Anne-Lyse:Website InstagramInstagram (Personal) 

Before diving into this week's guest interview, I answer a listener question on how to navigate Intuitive Eating when you are prescribed a medication with side effects that decrease your appetite.  Do you have a question you'd like to hear answered on the show? Submit your question(s) here for chance to have it answered on an upcoming podcast episode!This week we are joined by Katie Campbell, a fellow Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and anti-diet dietitian. In this episode, we discuss:Katie's story from harmless curiosity about nutrition to full blown obsession The moment Katie realized she was struggling with disordered eating and how she started moving through recoveryKatie's days working for one of the most popular (and insidious) modern day dieting companiesBehind the scenes details of this incredibly problematic diet companyWhy disordered eating behaviors are especially prevalent in mountain towns Disordered eating under the guise of environmentalism, veganism,  or being  "crunchy”Connect with Katie on Instagram @bitterrootnutrition.llc Inquire about Katie's services hereSubmit your question(s) here for chance to have it answered on an upcoming podcast episodeFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered to your inbox each week.

John Horn is the CEO of StubGroup. John has been working in marketing for over a decade. He was the first employee at StubGroup in 2012 and has helped grow the business to become a Premier Google Partner ranked in the top 1% of all Google Partners worldwide and a trusted partner used by companies around the globe to manage their advertising across Google, Facebook, Amazon and more.  In this episode, John shares how we can overcome the advertising challenges businesses face today to drive growth fast. Insights he shares include: How to determine if PPC is right for a companyWhy the success of campaigns depends on understanding the business's stage of growth and parts of its funnel that need to be developed now and into the futureHow to leverage PPC to build relationships and enhance customer experiencesAdvertising challenges businesses experience todayAdvertising challenges involving automation and efficiencyThe mind-shift required to acquire the engagement and results, businesses wantResults that advertising can generate beyond salesThe advertising challenge of attributionThe role of creativity in advertisingJohn's take on AI and the evolution of advertising technologiesand much much more ...

The truth is: companies who overlook the human side of their people in favor of encouraging productivity are going to struggle. Find out how you can prevent this from happening in your own business--be it small or corporate-wide, just started, or years into the making--on this episode of the Franchise Maven Podcast. Guest Judy Ryan shares with our host, Greg Mohr, how she's helped companies across the world to reassess their values, vision, and purpose (and yes, those three are separate) to fit the mindset of each employee, resulting in better productivity and an overall long-lasting and safe work culture. 3 Key TakeawaysWhy vison and purpose should not be considered the same in a companyWhy companies still need to teach their employees how to be responsibleHow you can compare work culture to parentingResourcesContact Greg to connect with Judy at (361) 772-6401Website: lifeworksystems.comJudy's Linkedin: @Judy RyanFacebook: @Lifework Systems

Are you an entrepreneur trying to figure out which business idea to try out next? Or maybe you're someone who's had a meandering path and you're figuring out how to put together all the pieces of your career experience so it aligns with your true vision. If so, then Katrina McKay is here to help.  Katrina is the charismatic founder & CEO of Uplevel Solutions Inc., a managed virtual assistant services company that helps clients save LOTS of time by outsourcing their admin work (and more!) to talented, well trained remote assistants. Uplevel is a social enterprise - in addition to helping clients grow, Uplevel creates sustainable working opportunities for women and LGBTQ+ folks in the Philippines. Katrina is passionate about social enterprise, innovation and the future of work. She's been an entrepreneur for over a decade, and loves sharing practical business building tips to help others turn their visions into reality.In this episode, we discuss: Her meandering journey from wannabe singer/actor to CEO How she went from "smoking joints with porn stars" to creating her own admin companyWhy she regrets doing the "hustle and grind" thing and how she's embraced doing business with ease Why it's important to have a vision for your business -- and also why it's okay to change itHer thoughts on working remotely and doing work that works best for you and your energy (aka not the 9-5 paradigm)How self-worth is the key to asking for what you want The challenges and joys of being an entrepreneurHow calling herself out on her own bullshit made her a better CEO and helped her business to thriveOn the Patreon page, we discussastrology! human design! our hopes for business and entrepreneurship!how to be a good person!more thoughts on the journey of being an artist and entrepreneur! Connect with Katrina: https://uplevelsolutions.com/https://www.instagram.com/uplevelsolutions/https://www.instagram.com/katrinasmckayJoin the DO YOU community:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/527426815332490Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doyoupodBECOME A PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/BriannehoganKeep up with Brianne: https://www.instagram.com/briehogan/https://www.facebook.com/briannehoganwriterVisit Brianne's website: https://www.briannehogan.caRead my newsletter NOT RELATED TO HULK HOGAN: https://briannehogan.substack.com/ Support the show

In this episode of the Sales Hacker Podcast, we have Brian Trautschold, Cofounder and COO at Ambition, a 10-year-old sales gamification startup based in Tennessee, not the Bay Area or Atlanta. Join us for an inspiring conversation about perseverance and organic growth outside of a major market.What You'll Learn Perseverance is the key to gaining tractionBenefits to growing your company in ChattanoogaBaking an ecosystem of encouragement into your companyWhy gamification is such a powerful concept in sales Show Agenda and Timestamps About Brian Trautschold & Ambition[2:15]The power of gamification [7:00]Advantages to growth outside a major market [15:30]Using available tools to strengthen culture [22:31]Paying it forward [28:25]Sam's Corner [31:05]

Entrepreneur and investor, Jaime Schmidt, is the founder of Schmidt's Naturals, the natural personal care brand she started in her kitchen that was later acquired by Unilever. Known for bringing natural personal care products to the mainstream market, Jaime led Schmidt's Natural's growth into a global household brand sold in over 30 countries and 30,000 retailers. Jaime shares her entrepreneurial journey in her book Supermaker: Crafting Business on Your Own Terms. Since the breakthrough of Schmidt's Naturals, Jaime has been enabling other entrepreneurs to bring their vision into reality by investing in women and people of color through her inclusive investment firm, Color. Jaime joins us today to discuss how she approached her venture one day at a time and to share what she learned from her transition from being a solo founder to being part of the Unilever family. She explains why going to market without a perfect product is feasible and reveals her biggest takeaways from the supply sourcing and wholesaling processes. She also underscores why a lack of fear is a priceless advantage in starting your business and highlights the importance of diversity and inclusion when financially supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs. “It's important to know what you're getting into when starting a business, but obsessing over every detail can be an obstacle. Trust your intuition, listen to your customers, and embrace every opportunity.” - Jaime Schmidt This week on the Entreprenista Podcast: How a hobby Jaime started in her kitchen became a personal care companyThe steps Jaime took after realizing the business opportunity in her home-made personal care productsWhy Jaime is a proponent of bootstrapping and not bringing in capital if it's not neededThe challenges of bootstrapping and how Jaime made her first hireJaime's product development process and how she sourced suppliers for her ingredientsBuilding loyalty and connection and why it's important to be upfront with customersHow Schmidt's Naturals got into large retailers like Target and WalmartThe value of working with a broker and how Jaime found the first production space for her companyWhy paying employees is one of the trickiest parts of running a bootstrap businessThe reason Jaime didn't outsource manufacturing at first and how she grew her company without an official business planGiving up control and other things Jaime had to learn as she moved to UnileverPutting diversity at the forefront of funding companiesJaime's mentorship role in Going Public and how long it took her to write SupermakerWhat Jaime wishes she knew when she first started her businessWhy entrepreneurs shouldn't get hung up on credentials, and other tips on pitching to investors Our Favorite Quotes: “Bootstrapping means recycling profits back into the business and being conscious about how you spend your dollars.” - Jaime Schmidt“Once you feel like your product is ‘good enough,' get it out there because it's still going to evolve.” - Jaime Schmidt“Sometimes, the less you know, the better equipped you are. If I had known back then what I know now, I think I would have been too scared to start.” - Jaime Schmidt Connect with Jaime Schmidt: Schmidt's NaturalsSupermakerColorBook: Supermaker: Crafting Business On Your Own TermsSchmidt's Naturals on LinkedInSchmidt's Naturals on InstagramSchmidt's Naturals on FacebookSchmidt's Naturals on TwitterSchmidt's Naturals on YouTubeJaime Schmidt on LinkedInJaime Schmidt on InstagramJaime Schmidt on Twitter Join the Entreprenista League! Hey Entreprenistas! We're launching the Entreprenista League, our very own members platform and community just for you!