Podcasts about Competitive advantage

Financial freedom and the power of authenticity in the age of AI with Sam Vander Wielen. ----- Welcome to episode 580 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Sam Vander Wielen.  Why Personality Is the New Competitive Advantage with Sam Vander Wielen This episode digs into the gap between the idea of entrepreneurship and what it actually takes to build a business. Sam shares how she was first drawn to food blogging and online business because they felt like a path to freedom, only to realize she was in love with the outcome, not the daily work required to get there. That realization led her to a better-fitting path: combining her legal background with the creator economy to build a business that helps online creators with legal templates and advice. From there, the conversation opens up into something deeper: success, "enoughness," and what actually creates fulfillment. Sam gets candid about major personal hardships, including brain surgery, caring for her father through leukemia, and losing both of her parents, and how those experiences forced her to confront a hard truth: business success and financial growth can solve a lot of problems, but not the personal ones. She and Bjork talk about protecting your time, building with intention, and why leaning into story, personality, and authenticity matters more than ever in an AI-shaped world where purely informational content is easier to replace. Three episode takeaways: The outcome you're chasing isn't always the work you love: It's easy to fall for the idea of freedom and flexibility that entrepreneurship promises, without realizing that the daily grind of running a business is a completely different thing to love or hate. Sam's pivot to serving creators with legal expertise came from getting honest about that gap. Financial success can't solve personal problems: Going through brain surgery, caring for a parent through illness, and losing both parents pushed Sam to separate the two. Business growth can build security and options, but it won't fix grief, burnout, or a sense of "enoughness" — that work has to happen elsewhere. Story and authenticity are your defense against AI: As purely informational content becomes easier to automate and replace, personality, voice, and lived experience are what keep creators irreplaceable. Protecting your time and building with intention isn't just a lifestyle choice — it's a competitive strategy. Resources: Sam's website Sam's book, When I Start My Business, I'll Be Happy The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Morgan Housel says he's met a half dozen billionaires — and his new book shows how you can be wealthier than all of them — Yahoo The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom Sam's newsletter, Sam's Sidebar Craft + Commerce — Kit The U.S. Copyright Office This Week in Startups ElevenLabs Sam's podcast, On Your Terms Follow Sam on Instagram Join the Food Blogger Pro Podcast Facebook Group Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Raptive. Learn more about our sponsors at foodbloggerpro.com/sponsors. Interested in working with us too? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how to get started here. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership.

The higher we climb as leaders, the easier we expect decisions to become. Yet, the opposite is often true. Bigger responsibilities bring greater complexity, higher stakes, and more uncertainty. The strongest leaders aren't the ones who always know the right answer. They're the ones who have the courage to move forward without waiting for perfect certainty.In this episode, we unpack the questions that surface most often when leaders are faced with difficult decisions. We explore why fear can disguise itself as caution, how pressure quietly changes the way we think, when to trust data, intuition, and values, and why the quality of our decision-making process matters more than chasing perfect outcomes. Along the way, we're reminded that every decision becomes an opportunity to build confidence, strengthen trust, and grow into the kind of leader others are willing to follow, even when the path ahead isn't perfectly clear.Key Takeaways:Confidence Isn't the Starting Point – Why waiting to feel ready may be the very thing holding leaders back.The Process Behind Every Great Decision – Discover how a clear approach creates confidence when certainty isn't possible.The Cost of Waiting – See why the decisions we avoid often shape our teams more than the ones we make.When the Numbers Aren't Enough – How experienced leaders navigate the space between data, instinct, and values.What Every Tough Decision Leaves Behind – What happens after a decision often matters just as much as the decision itself.Resources MentionedThe Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment) - In less than 10 minutes, find out where you're empowering and inadvertently kills productivity, and get a custom report that will tell you step by step what you need to have your team get more done. Get it here: https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/You don't need to have all the answers to lead well. Get your copy of the Clarity Kit for just $17 to learn the five practices to bring more clarity, confidence and courage into your leadership - https://courageofaleader.com/the-clarity-kit/About the Host:Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and consultant. She has over 2 decades of experience developing leaders at all levels. Her clients include Cisco Systems, Deloitte and Barclays.As a trusted leadership coach and consultant, Amy has worked with hundreds of leaders one-on-one, and thousands more as part of a group, to fully step into their leadership, create amazing teams and achieve extraordinary results.Amy's most popular keynote speeches are:The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership LegacyThe Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System CollaborationThe Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and CommunityThe Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid TeamHer new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.http://www.courageofaleader.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshooprileyThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the, podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.Mentioned in this episode:The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Why Community Is Your Secret Growth Strategy: Day 19 Summer Business School What if the biggest reason people join—and stay in your programs—has nothing to do with your content? In today's Summer Business School class, you'll discover why community is one of the most valuable assets you can build in your business. In a world where information is everywhere and AI can answer almost any question, connection has become your greatest competitive advantage. You'll learn The Community Flywheel™, a simple framework that shows how community creates momentum, momentum leads to action, action produces results, and those results inspire even more growth. Whether you're building a membership, group coaching program, online course, or mastermind, this episode will help you create an experience people don't just join—they belong to. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why information is no longer enough in today's AI-powered world • The Community Flywheel™ and how it fuels business growth • The real reason people stay in memberships • How to create a welcoming, encouraging community • Practical ways to help members connect and celebrate each other's wins Today's Assignment: Imagine you have your first 10 members. How would you welcome them? How would they meet one another? How would you celebrate their progress? Write down three ideas that help your members feel like they truly belong. Ready to build a business with recurring revenue and a thriving community? Join my free 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge. Thanks for listening to Summer Business School! I'll see you tomorrow for Day 20, where we'll map out your membership content plan so you always know what to teach next. Class dismissed!

Welcome to LIFTS (Latest Industry Fitness Trends & Stories), where we explore the future of fitness, wellness and human performance. While much of the fitness industry's attention remains focused on North America and Europe, one of the world's biggest growth opportunities is emerging across Latin America. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal are joined by Maria Gonzalez, CEO of ClubFitness and Board Member of the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), to explore why Latin America is becoming one of the most exciting fitness markets in the world. With gym penetration averaging just 2.15% and the market forecast to reach $7.5 billion by 2029, Maria explains why the region offers enormous potential for operators, investors and entrepreneurs. From the rise of Smart Fit and the HVLP model to the enduring strength of independent gyms, she shares the unique characteristics driving growth across Latin America. The conversation also explores why community remains the industry's greatest competitive advantage, how innovation often emerges from constrained markets, and what fitness businesses around the world can learn from the entrepreneurial spirit shaping the region. Together, they discuss why the future of fitness may not be where most people are looking. In this episode, we cover: Why Latin America is fitness's biggest growth opportunity What 2.15% gym penetration really means Why community is the industry's greatest advantage Lessons from Smart Fit's remarkable growth Why independent gyms continue to thrive Could the next global fitness trend come from Latin America? What every fitness operator can learn from the region

On this episode of The Buzz, powered by Zebra Technologies, hosts Scott Luton and special guest co-host Amber Salley are joined by Rich Carey of MFG.inc to break down the biggest headlines shaping global supply chain. From the future of the USMCA and the health of U.S. manufacturing to separating AI hype from real-world value, this conversation delivers practical insights for supply chain leaders navigating constant change. What does the latest manufacturing data really tell us? Is AI bringing meaningful transformation to supply chains or just creating more noise? And how can organizations build resilient operations while developing stronger leaders? Scott, Amber, and Rich tackle these questions by exploring North American trade policy, manufacturing growth fueled by AI infrastructure investments, energy challenges, and the realities of autonomous supply chains. Rich also shares actionable leadership lessons from decades of operational excellence work, emphasizing servant leadership, trust, quick wins, and developing frontline leaders who can successfully lead change. If you're looking for practical strategies, not just buzzwords, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Key Takeaways Why the annual review of the USMCA matters for supply chain planning and business certainty. What recent U.S. manufacturing data reveals about growth, hiring, and AI-driven demand. The difference between real AI applications and the growing "AI noise" across the supply chain industry. Why autonomous supply chains still face significant hurdles around data, governance, and decision-making. How servant leadership, trust, and quick wins accelerate successful operational transformation. Why investing in frontline leaders is one of the most effective ways to improve manufacturing performance. Whether you're leading supply chain strategy, manufacturing operations, procurement, or digital transformation, this episode provides thoughtful perspectives on today's biggest industry trends while offering practical leadership advice you can apply immediately. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of where the industry is headed and how great leadership remains the competitive advantage that technology alone can't replace. Additional Links & Resources: Zebra: https://www.zebra.com/machinevision With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-12-July-2026 USMCA: Retail, manufacturing and apparel groups call for preservation: https://bit.ly/USMCA-Annual-Review US factory activity eases off four-year high; input prices remain elevated: https://reut.rs/3SNyfPv Turning Supply Chain Volatility into Competitive Advantage with o9 Solutions: https://bit.ly/SCN-At-Gartner-2026 The Autonomous Supply Chain: Why We're Not There Yet (And What It Will Actually Take): https://bit.ly/Amber-Salley-AutonomousEra From Planning to Decision Making: https://bit.ly/From-Planning-to-Decision-Making Mfg.inc: https://mfg.inc/ Connect with Rich on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richcary/ Connect with Amber on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ambersalley/ Upcoming Live Programming:  https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/ Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now   Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join   Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk WEBINAR- The Future of Supply Chains: Where Talent Meets Technology: https://bit.ly/4uUuxkc WEBINAR- Peak Reality Check: What Shippers, Analysts, and AI Models Are Predicting for 2026: https://bit.ly/4aTlsRv WEBINAR- From Volume to Resilience: How Automotive Supply Chains Are Adapting to a New Market Reality: https://bit.ly/4f6SUGA WEBINAR- The Automotive Industry's Next Digital Breakthrough: https://bit.ly/4vhUwT4 WEBINAR- From Disruption to Stability: Building Resilient Logistics Solutions in a Rapidly Changing Global Market: https://bit.ly/3TguZMt This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Amber Salley, and produced by Trisha Cortes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated episode page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-manufacturing-momentum-ai-reality-leadership-lasts-1610 The content in this episode, including all audio, videos, visuals, and graphics, is the property of Supply Chain Now and is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, modification, or re-uploading of this content in any form is strictly prohibited without explicit written permission from Supply Chain Now.For licensing inquiries or permissions, please contact us at production@supplychainnow.com© 2026 Supply Chain Now. All rights reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Organizational Culture Isn't a Soft Skill. It's Your Competitive Advantage. 59% of CEOs say creating a positive organizational culture is crucial to executing their corporate strategy. At the same time, research from SHRM and Gallup reveals that 84% to 92% of North American executives believe improving organizational culture would increase both enterprise value and overall business performance. The evidence is clear. Culture is no longer an HR initiative. It is a business strategy. Yet many organizations continue searching for better strategies when the real challenge isn't strategy at all. Work isn't broken because of strategy. It's broken because of behavior. Across industries, teams are burned out, disconnected, and navigating cultures where employees often know how to say the "right" things but don't feel psychologically safe enough to say what actually needs to be said. The result is a workplace that appears healthy on the surface while quietly losing trust, innovation, and momentum underneath. The cost is substantial: This is where Devin C. Hughes creates lasting impact. As a keynote speaker and organizational culture expert, Devin partners with Fortune 100 companies, startups, government agencies, and school systems to help leaders build high-trust, high-performing cultures grounded in authentic connection, accountability, and the everyday behaviors that drive exceptional results. His work blends positive psychology, neuroscience, appreciative inquiry, positive organizational scholarship, mindset development, and mindfulness into practical leadership strategies that leaders can implement immediately. More importantly, he helps organizations move beyond inspiration toward measurable transformation. When people feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued, organizations don't simply become better places to work—they become better businesses. Trust grows. Communication improves. Conflict becomes constructive. Innovation accelerates. Performance follows. Culture evolves from a corporate slogan into a measurable competitive advantage. The highest-performing organizations understand one fundamental truth: Strategy determines where an organization wants to go. Culture determines whether it ever gets there. That's why culture isn't separate from strategy. Culture is the engine that brings strategy to life. If your organization is ready to replace performative culture with authentic leadership, stronger relationships, and measurable business results, now is the time to start the conversation. Connect with Devin C. Hughes to discover how intentional culture-building can transform leadership, strengthen teams, and unlock your organization's greatest competitive advantage—its people.     For more information: https://devinchughes.com/ LinkedIn: @Devin C.Hughes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI-ready organizations gain the most value from AI by treating it as a governed system, not just a tool, using verification, training, and strong oversight to boost productivity while maintaining trust, accuracy, and engineering judgment.That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which talks about how AI-ready regions and teams are redefining tech strategy.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/ai-ready-regions-and-teams-are-redefining-tech-strategy/

Why do farmers—some of the most independent people you'll ever meet—continue to build organizations they own together?In this solo episode of the AgCulture Podcast, Paul explores one of agriculture's oldest and most misunderstood business models: collective enterprises. Inspired by conversations at a recent conference in New Zealand featuring leaders from Fonterra and several of the country's largest farmer-owned organizations, Paul argues that we've spent too much time asking what a cooperative is, and not enough time asking why farmers keep creating them.The episode unpacks the economic problems that cooperatives were originally designed to solve, why marketing and supply cooperatives exist for fundamentally different reasons, and why successful farmer-owned organizations remain disciplined around a single mission. Paul also introduces a third concept—farmer-owned data infrastructure—and explains why the next generation of collective action in agriculture may not revolve around milk, grain, or fertilizer, but around data.Whether you're a member of a cooperative or simply interested in the future of agriculture, this episode offers a fresh way to think about ownership, strategy, and why some challenges are simply too big for farmers to solve alone.MEET THE HOSTPaul Windemuller is a dairy farmer, entrepreneur, Nuffield International Farming Scholar, and host of the AgCulture Podcast. His work focuses on the future of agriculture through the lenses of artificial intelligence, business strategy, farmer ownership, and global innovation.Having studied agricultural systems around the world, Paul is passionate about helping farmers better understand the economic forces shaping their businesses. His mission is to connect technology, people, and practical farming to build a more profitable, resilient, and farmer-led future for agriculture.ABOUT THE PODCASTDiscover the world of agriculture with the "Ag Culture Podcast".This podcast will be a gateway for those passionate about agriculture to explore its global perspectives and innovative practices.Join Paul as he shares his experiences in the agricultural industry, his travels, and encounters with important figures around the world.Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Subscribe at http://www.agculturepodcast.com and keep an eye out for future episodes, bringing insights and stories from the vibrant world of agriculture.

On this episode of Talking Shop we are joined by Barb Hyman, Founder and CEO of Sapia.ai - the platform helping brands like Starbucks, Costa, and Holland & Barrett streamline and humanise how they hire. Barb recently returned from the World Retail Congress with a pretty stark takeaway: retail bosses are spending millions to shave two seconds off a checkout queue, yet they still treat their hiring process as a back-office task. We explore why your recruitment strategy directly impacts your bottom line, the commercial boost you get when you treat job applicants—who are often also customers— well, and how technology can actually make the application process feel more human.

The following article of the Sustainability industry is: “Smart Decarbonization: Sustainability Is a Competitive Advantage” by Andres Friedman, Co-Founder & CEO, Solfium. (AA1438)

Tyler McBroom is a CPA, entrepreneur, and CEO of TRM CPA, a premier tax advisory firm helping business owners legally save millions while scaling profitable companies. Known for simplifying complex tax strategies into clear, actionable steps, Tyler empowers entrepreneurs to keep more of what they earn and build long-term wealth. He has successfully scaled two businesses past $5 million in under five years and leads an award-winning firm recognized as one of America's Best Workplaces. With a rapidly growing social media audience of over 900,000 followers, Tyler shares practical insights on tax strategy, business growth, and financial decision-making. As the author of "Cash Flow & Grow" and a trusted advisor to high-level entrepreneurs, he is on a mission to help founders make smarter financial moves and create sustainable success. During the show we discuss: How to legally pay less in taxes using proactive strategies Why most accountants fail to provide real tax strategy How to turn tax planning into a growth advantage The difference between tax preparation vs tax strategy How to structure your business for maximum tax efficiency Ways to increase cash flow by reducing unnecessary tax spend How high-level entrepreneurs use taxes to build wealth Why thinking ahead (not reacting) can save you thousands or millions Resources: https://www.trmtaxreview.com/  https://www.trm.cpa/

If building products isn't your competitive advantage anymore, then what is? Listen to this episode to find out. AI means that everyone can now build (and everyone can copy). So to succeed today, you need something un-copyable. Listen to this episode to learn: Why speed to build is now the entry ticket, not the prize What genuinely cannot be copied with AI — and why that is where your real advantage lives Real examples of companies that won not because of their technology, but because of what they had that nobody else could replicate What this means if you are a founder with none of those assets yet Why large organisations have the most uncopyable advantages — and why they are the slowest to use them This episode is for you if: You are building a product and want to understand what will actually protect it You are a corporate leader trying to figure out where your real innovation opportunity lies You are a founder who needs to think beyond the product itself Book a free consulting session with Sophia: https://calendly.com/sophia-matveeva/new-meeting-1 Timestamps:  00:00 – Why AI has killed the old competitive advantage 02:20 – Preview: lessons from Sophia's corporate AI workshop 04:40 – The real threat AI poses to your business 06:58 – Nike Run Club: how brand beats better tech 09:19 – Bloomberg Terminal and Peloton: data and community as moats 11:43 – 5 uncopyable assets every business needs 14:01 – Why big companies innovate too slowly 16:28 – How founders build brand and distribution from zero Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Listen to our podcast on: Apple Spotify YouTube Audible Pandora Transcript: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/312-how-competitive-advantage-changed-in-the-age-of-AI

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we discuss how leaders set the “temperature” of their organization and why it matters in an AI-driven workplace. Joining us is Reena Narayan, founder of Hot Leadership, who helps leaders stay people-first under pressure and build cultures where teams thrive. Key Highlights The Temperature of Leadership: Origin and meaning of 'Hot Leadership'. The Cost of Cold Leadership: Impact of leadership going cold on teams. Competitive Advantage for AI: Hot Leadership as a business differentiator. Intent versus Impact: Applying Hot Leadership effectively in daily work. Creating a Hot Culture: How it transforms culture, performance, and retention. Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx For more expert insights, visit www.canadiansme.ca and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at smbfoundation.ca. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

Artificial intelligence is changing faster than any of us can keep up but this conversation will leave you feeling more hopeful, not more afraid. Dr. Dana Suskind explains why the future doesn't belong to the child who can outperform a machine, but to the one who learns empathy, curiosity, resilience, creativity, and connection through real life. From playground conflicts to bedtime conversations, she makes a compelling case that the ordinary moments of childhood are preparing our kids for an extraordinary future. This episode is a powerful reminder that your presence matters more than perfection and that raising deeply human children may be the greatest gift we can give them. Listen in, then grab Dr. Suskind's new book, Human Raised, and join us in protecting what makes childhood irreplaceable. Connect with Dr. Suskind here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Summer Leadership Reset on Partnering Leadership.We have more access to ideas than ever before.More books. More podcasts. More articles. More insights.The challenge isn't finding more information. It's spending enough time with the ideas that can change how we think, decide, and lead.I have seen this in my own life. The books and conversations that have influenced me most aren't the ones I rushed through and moved on from. They are the ones I returned to, wrestled with, and understood differently as my own experiences changed.After more than 450 Partnering Leadership conversations with CEOs, researchers, authors, and leadership thinkers, there are a few I continue coming back to because the ideas become more valuable the more we sit with them.Throughout July and August, I'll be sharing 10 of those conversations.They explore some of the questions I see leaders wrestling with most: adapting to change, building trust, making better decisions, rethinking work, using AI wisely, and creating organizations ready for what comes next.Whether you are listening for the first time or revisiting these conversations, I hope they help you find an insight you can apply and a question worth thinking about long after the episode ends.—MahanConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

What if the part you approved in five minutes ends up costing your company ten million dollars down the line? What you'll learn… (00:12) Why the Bill of Materials is quietly one of the biggest risk factors in electronics engineering (02:23) Eric Rimkeit's path from semiconductor procurement to HP commodity management to SupplyFrame (03:15) Ryan Chan's 20 years in supply chain strategy — and how SupplyFrame joined Siemens (04:24) A day in the life of an engineer buried under vintage charts, build checkpoints, and redesign requests (09:06) The real cost curve of a bad part: $1,000 to swap it on paper vs. $10 million once it's in the field (16:24) Why engineering and procurement don't talk — and who ends up "picking up the tab" (20:29) The unauthorized-parts-swap story from an overseas contract manufacturer (22:46) The lead-fishing-weight-and-ivy stunt Eric used to shake a team out of denial (29:43) Real results: 14,000 engineering hours saved a month, and $14 million recovered on tail-end parts (38:20) The three AI shifts reshaping BOM analysis: AI fabric, AI as a design partner, and agentic automation (43:40) The crawl-walk-run approach to actually getting a resiliency program off the ground More about the episode… In this episode of the Printed Circuit Podcast, host Steph Chavez sits down with Eric Rimkeit, Director of Marketing at SupplyFrame, and Ryan Chan, Vice President of Solutions Consulting at SupplyFrame — a Siemens company focused on Bill of Materials risk. Eric spent his career in procurement, from a semiconductor fab through commodity management at HP; Ryan spent two decades guiding companies through supply chain strategy before joining SupplyFrame. The conversation traces what happens when a design gets released without accounting for what's coming downstream: part proliferation, geopolitical disruption, tariffs, and shifting compliance standards that can turn a thousand-dollar swap into a ten-million-dollar redesign. Eric and Ryan unpack why engineering and procurement talk past each other, and share real stories — from an unauthorized parts swap caught on a factory floor to a homemade stunt involving a lead fishing weight and fake ivy — that show what's at stake when teams don't share visibility into risk. They close on where AI is headed next: not replacing engineers, but becoming a design partner that folds supply chain context directly into part selection. Connect with Steph Chavez: LinkedIn Website Connect with Eric Rimkeit: LinkedIn Supplyframe Website Connect with Ryan Chan: LinkedIn

What do Netflix, Reddit, AI, M&M's and Lyft have in common?More than you might think.In this episode of The Barber's Brief, Marc Binkley and Vassilis Douros unpack one of the biggest strategic lessons in modern marketing: competitive advantages don't last forever.From Netflix reconsidering binge watching, to Reddit fighting AI generated spam, to the explosion of Martech tools and one of the year's smartest advertising campaigns from Lyft, this episode explores why the brands that continue to grow are the ones willing to challenge yesterday's assumptions.Topics include:Netflix's changing release strategyAI spam and Reddit's responseAre marketers buying too many AI tools?Why one M&M mascot was bannedLyft's brilliant "Save the Money" campaignWhy great advertising dramatizes problems instead of explaining benefitsIf you enjoy evidence-based marketing, creative effectiveness and challenging conventional wisdom, subscribe for new episodes every week.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:00 Netflix and the Innovator's Dilemma05:30 Reddit vs AI Spam10:05 AI Tool Overload15:30 The M&M Mascot Ban19:45 Ad of the Week — Lyft23:20 Coming Next: How Advertising Really WorksNews Links:Did Netflix Break the Habit It Created? - https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/06/netflix-invented-binge-watching-now-it-may-have-outgrown-it/ Reddit Is Cracking Down on AI Marketing Slop - https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/reddit-cracking-down-ai-marketing-115000368.html5 questions to ask AI vendors before buying a tool -https://searchengineland.com/ai-vendor-questions-481765M&M's brand character gets ad banned under unhealthy food rules - https://www.marketingweek.com/mms-brand-character-lhf-ad-rules/Lyft. Save the Money - https://youtu.be/7KARBlOzx8E?si=a4ummQl8NvYFmPO8

Content has traditionally been treated as a creative output, but increasingly it is being measured like a performance variable. From your perspective, what has fundamentally changed?Many brands produce enormous amounts of creative content but still struggle to understand what actually drives conversion. Where do you think organizations are getting disconnected from the consumer?One thing that stands out right now is the growing pressure to produce more content, across more platforms, at much higher speed. How should executives think about balancing creative quality, consistency, and operational scale?AI-generated content is accelerating rapidly, but it also raises questions around differentiation, authenticity, and performance saturation. What do you think separates effective AI-enabled content strategies from ineffective ones?Looking ahead, do you think content intelligence becomes as measurable and operationalized as pricing or media optimization, and how does that change the role of creative organizations inside brands?

This episode highlights the highest and most undervalued use of AI: as a simulator to build judgment, which is the ability to choose the right move in messy situations with incomplete information. Since judgment comes from experience and 'reps,' AI can function as an 'experience generator' by running realistic scenarios and providing feedback. The goal is to train 'moves'-transferable patterns like naming the tension or asking a diagnostic question-to improve adaptability and performance under pressure.

Marc Kramer, host of the award winning The Best Business Minds, interviews Robin Bonn author of "Market of One: How your agency can rewrite the rules and create a lasting competitive advantage"

Everyone wants repeat business.Few people spend enough time earning it.This week on Hobby Jobs, Brett explores why trust compounds faster than transactions and why the businesses that last are built long before the first sale is complete.Then Brett sits down with Grant Paterson, owner of Total Sports Cards, live from Columbus Card Fest.Grant shares what it takes to build a modern hobby business, from running one of Canada's top hockey card operations to managing breaks, buying collections, hiring the right people, creating content, and making decisions that put relationships ahead of short term revenue.If you're building a card shop, consignment business, breaking operation, marketplace, or content brand, this conversation is packed with lessons on thinking like an operator.Topics include:• Why repeat business starts before the first sale• Building trust through systems and communication• Running a high volume breaking business• Hiring people who strengthen your business• Why content builds more than an audience• The opportunity Grant sees in hockey cardsSign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Most entrepreneurs focus on scaling their company through better marketing, stronger systems, and smarter strategy. But there's another growth lever that's often overlooked: your own physical performance. In this episode, Charles Gaudet sits down with transformation coach Alan Dyck, whose remarkable journey from 371 pounds to elite fitness has helped thousands of entrepreneurs, CEOs, and high performers improve not only their health, but also the way they lead their businesses. Together, they explore why founders should think of themselves as intellectual athletes, how energy and discipline influence every business decision, and why the habits that create an elite body often create an elite company. Alan also shares the simple daily routines he uses with high-performing entrepreneurs, including Dan Martell and other business leaders, to build sustainable energy, increase confidence, and create lasting transformation. KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Why founders should think of themselves as intellectual athletes whose physical health directly impacts business performance.   The hidden connection between energy, decision-making, leadership, and company growth.   Why discipline in your personal life often translates into stronger execution inside your business.   How confidence created through better health changes the way clients, employees, and partners perceive you.   The simple daily habits Alan recommends to dramatically improve energy, focus, and consistency.   Why eating shortly after waking, proper hydration, and consistent nutrition play a larger role in performance than most entrepreneurs realize.   The importance of building non-negotiable routines that remove decision fatigue and create long-term success.   Why consistency—not perfection—is the foundation of both physical transformation and business growth.   How building a personal brand through daily content helped Alan grow from roughly 500 followers to hundreds of thousands across social platforms.   The three business principles Alan credits for his own growth: consistency, visibility, and relationships.  RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Coach Alan Dyck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachalandyck   Alan Dyck Fitness App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/alan-dyck/id6755105207  Growing your business is hard, but it doesn't have to be. The Beyond 7 Figures podcast explores the strategies, systems, and mindset shifts that help entrepreneurs build companies that are more predictable, scalable, and profitable. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow Charles Gaudet and Predictable Profits:  Facebook: facebook.com/PredictableProfits   Instagram: instagram.com/predictableprofits   X (Twitter): twitter.com/charlesgaudet   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet  Learn More:  Predictable Profits: www.predictableprofits.com  Free Founder Community: www.predictableprofits.com/community  Join Here: https://start.predictableprofits.com/community Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

Connection is your greatest multiplier—if you know how to build it right. Enjoy my conversation with David Homan, CEO of Orchestrated Connecting. 3 takeaways: Connection is built, not found. It starts with curiosity, vulnerability, and showing up consistently. Give first—without keeping score. The best relationships aren't transactional… they're intentional. Gratitude compounds. A simple thank you can strengthen a relationship for a lifetime. Most people focus on outcomes. The best focus on people. --- A "Connector of Connectors:" David Homan connects people. His primary skill in life is learning about people, helping them reframe and pitch themselves better, and then creating long-lasting relationships based on the premise that for everyone for whom he connects the dots, they would be described as an action oriented, natural giver with high integrity. His book, Orchestrating Connection, published in 2025 is a USA Best-Seller, and his community of over 2300 global "superconnectors" represents family offices, venture capitalists, impact investors, entertainers, athletes, CEOs/Founders, community organizers, and a myriad of other incredible "occupations" that do little to describe how amazing each individual in this community of communities is. He launched his tech company, SOAR Connect in July 2024 and will be bringing out of beta to change the way we build relationships at scale with trust. How David got here: As a prior non-profit CEO, David raised millions for the arts while running a multi-national, multi-million dollar Foundation that survived near total destruction due to Bernie Madoff, and incubated a social impact film company for the Dalio Family Office. His impact advisory firm, Orchestrated Opportunities, partners with family offices, start-ups, funds, and nonprofits to builds new, structured ecosystems of relationships to strategically scale and expand their growth. Focal areas include mental health, health and wellness, climate change, art, philanthropy, social justice, and investing in women, among others. David is a recognized classical composer whose music can be found by saying "Alexa–please play the music of David Homan" with 7 albums and radio play internationally. His latest project is a film/mini-series focused on a composer who loses his mind to Alzheimer's. He serves as an Advisor to NEXUS, the Catalyst Impact Foundation, Regeneration.VC, and as Board Chair of the Arthur Miller Foundation. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with David Homan:Website: www.orchestratingconnection.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_connection_orchestrator/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidrhoman    *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

In an AI-driven market, technology may be easier to replicate, but the right people remain a true competitive advantage. In this episode, Mike Silverstein, Managing Partner of Healthcare IT and Life Sciences at Direct Recruiters, discusses what healthcare companies often get wrong when building their teams. He explains why leaders should value grit over impressive résumés, how passive candidates can strengthen an organization, and why healthcare requires patience, resilience, and industry understanding. Mike also shares how beginning his recruiting career during the 2008 financial crisis helped him develop the relationships and determination needed to navigate future challenges. He emphasizes that lasting success comes from authenticity, meaningful networks, and consistently putting people first. Tune in to learn how healthcare organizations can build teams capable of thriving through uncertainty, technological change, and continued industry disruption. Resources Connect with Mike Silverstein on LinkedIn. Follow Direct Recruiters on LinkedIn and explore their website. Email Mike at mike@directrecruiters.com

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment looks at Lowe's decision to let store associates sell marketplace products directly through its in-store selling platform. Chris Walton and Ben Miller explain why this approach works particularly well in home improvement, how it strengthens the connection between digital and physical retail, and why empowering store associates with marketplace inventory creates a better customer experience. They also discuss why this model could work for retailers like Best Buy but may not translate as well to every retail category. ⏩ Tune in for the full episode here: https://youtu.be/-pwAnA4c7Co

A strong learning culture is key to fulfilling the AI promise, aligning AI learning with business goals, leadership support, collaboration, accessible resources, and recognition to drive innovation, adoption, and measurable results.That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which discusses why the success of Gen AI depends on a learning culture revolution.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/gen-ai-promise-depends-on-a-learning-culture-revolution/

How can mindfulness help you perform at your best while reducing stress?In this episode of The RAW VIBE Podcast, Chuck Tuck sits down with mindfulness coach, entrepreneur, speaker, and author Aaron Hendon to explore how mental training and intentional living can transform both your personal and professional life.Aaron shares practical strategies for developing mindfulness, strengthening your mental foundation, and cultivating greater presence in everyday moments. From his unique "coffee meditation" practice to insights on resilience, focus, and emotional awareness, this conversation is packed with actionable tools that can help you improve decision-making, reduce stress, and achieve sustainable success.In this episode, you'll discover:How mindfulness improves decision-making and performanceWhy presence is a competitive advantageThe importance of building a strong mental foundationA simple coffee meditation you can practice every dayPractical ways to reduce stress while staying ambitiousHow to build resilience and emotional awarenessLearn more about Aaron Hendon at https://www.aaronhendon.com/.For more inspiring conversations, visit https://www.TheRawVibe.com/.

When a client suffers a major loss, the last thing they want to deal with is a claims process bogged down by miscommunication and a lack of empathy. If your agency is simply acting as a middleman passing emails back and forth, you aren't adding value - you are just in the way.My guest, Clayton Matthews, Director of Strategic Claims Advocacy at Oakbridge Insurance, joins me to discuss why the claims experience is the ultimate "moment of truth" for an agency. Clayton shares his unique background, from interning in politics to spinning records as a late-night DJ, and how reading a dance floor translates perfectly to reading a room during a catastrophic loss. We discuss the friction points between adjusters and producers, the power of letting a client tell their story, and why you don't need a four-year degree to learn empathy. If you want to understand how a proactive claims strategy can save your biggest accounts and set your agency apart, this episode is a must-listen.▶▶ Sign Up For Your Free Discovery Callcompletegameu.com/agaTimestamped Outline(00:00) The Most Outgoing Claims Advocate: Introducing Clayton Matthews(01:15) Politics and Public Service: From the General Assembly to Insurance(03:47) The Late-Night DJ: Learning the Psychology of the Crowd(05:22) The Real Job of a DJ: Keeping the Floor Packed and Selling Beer(07:37) The Billion Dollar Question: Solving the Claims Communication Gap(09:34) The Importance of Being Heard: Why Every Claim Needs a Storyteller(12:14) Case Managers and Adjusters: The Friction Between Empathy and Process(14:01) The Highest Paid Translator: Balancing Contractual Facts with Human Feelings(16:51) Boots on the Ground: Losing Hope and Finding Humanity in Catastrophe Zones(19:33) The Uninsurable Era: Why We Need a Stand-Alone Wildfire Policy(21:42) The Reality of Risk: A Personal Story of Driving Uninsured at 19(24:05) Stop Being the Middleman: Where Agencies Go Wrong in Claims Advocacy(26:53) The Bad News Requirement: Front-End Expectations vs. Back-End Excuses(30:42) Why Clients Leave: The Danger of Poor Agency Exploration and Expectation Setting(34:22) The Washout Factor: Why Empathy Trumps a 4-Year Degree Every Time(39:02) Clayton's Lightning Round: Checking Email at 5 AM, Southern Mafia Podcasts, and Stephen KingCONNECT WITH ANDY NEARY

Welcome to the Health Marketing Collective, where strong leadership meets marketing excellence.In today's episode, Sara Payne sits down with Kamal Bhandal, Senior Vice President of Invisalign Global Brand at Align Technology, to discuss how healthcare brands can earn true cultural relevance and become part of the everyday conversations, communities, and lifestyles of their audiences.With deep experience at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and consumer marketing, Kamal Bhandal has played a crucial role in establishing Invisalign as one of the most recognizable names in healthcare. She's led marketing transformations spanning everything from AI-powered systems to brand strategy, and in this episode, she shares her approach to building lifestyle-driven relevance, making social media a force multiplier, and learning directly from the consumers, especially younger generations like Gen Z who are shaping brand expectations for the future.We break down what it really means for a healthcare brand to be relevant in people's lives, why it's essential to embed authenticity into your marketing practices, and what other healthcare leaders can take away from the next generation's playbook for engagement, inclusivity, and community building.Thank you for joining us at the Health Marketing Collective, where strong leadership meets marketing excellence because the future of healthcare depends on it.Key Takeaways:Relevance Is Earned, Not AssumedKamal emphasizes that brand relevance means earning the right to become part of people's lives. It's about understanding your audience on a deep level—not just through data, but by sitting “knee to knee” with customers, embracing their worldviews, language, and daily challenges, in order to craft resonant and meaningful brand experiences (02:01–06:03).Investing in Consumer Understanding Is Non-NegotiableCarving out time and budget for ongoing consumer immersion isn't a “nice-to-have”; it's foundational. Kamal stresses that gathering insights from both current and potential customers (from providers to end users) is the necessary first step for unlocking true relevance and building impactful marketing strategies and communication plans (06:46–08:21).Social Media as a Force MultiplierRather than viewing social media as a mere channel, Kamal advocates treating it as an arena for discovery, community, and co-creation. Social platforms enable healthcare brands to both “edutain” audiences (educate + entertain) and foster true connection not only direct-to-consumer, but through providers and wider communities. Social listening and active engagement also drive real-time insights that can reshape marketing and product decisions (15:12–19:57).Let the Next Generation LeadTo be relevant to Gen Z and beyond, brands must co-create with these consumers, not just market to them. Kamal shares how involving Gen Z voices “at the table” from the very beginning accelerates relevance and helps avoid misaligned assumptions. This collaborative approach is now essential as culture and expectations move at unprecedented speed (20:32–22:34).Marketing's Role in Fostering Team Culture & Embracing ChangeStrong marketing leadership mirrors the principles of consumer relevance within teams by understanding individuals' goals, fostering a culture of learning, and celebrating experimentation (including failures). Kamal underscores the importance of team chemistry, delegated voice, and supporting risk-taking as integral to ongoing organizational transformation and innovation (25:50–29:45).Thank you for being part of the Health Marketing Collective, where strong leadership meets marketing excellence. The future of healthcare depends on it.Mentioned in this episode:Health Marketing Collective is Powered by InprelaThe Health Marketing Collective is powered by Inprela: a communications firm built for health brands determined to lead, not follow. We partner with marketing innovators who aren't just chasing attention—they're building movements. Connect with the audiences shaping the future of care and lead the conversations that move your market. Ready to rise above the noise? Visit inprela.com. Let's create something that moves the market.Inprela Communications

As AI reshapes marketing, the brands that win won't be the loudest. They'll be the ones customers trust. Discover how authenticity, transparency, and customer experience are becoming the keys to long-term growth.And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing tips, clips, resources, and a whole lot more. Visit https://strategycast.com/ for more details.==Let's Break It Down==04:36 Targeting office coffee drinkers07:00 Building trust through demos09:53 Importance of customer validation15:01 Trust, transparency, and service loop18:13 Educating customers about credit fees19:58 Balancing digital budget and AI testing23:19 Understanding AI and user preferences26:46 Balancing AI with human input30:57 Working with embedded payments partners33:20 Trust issues with influencer marketing==Where You Can Find Us==Website: https://strategycast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategy_cast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategycast==Leave a Review==Hey there, StrategyCast fans!If you've found our tips and tricks on marketing strategies helpful in growing your business, we'd be thrilled if you could take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover how they can elevate their business game!

This episode argues against letting AI write from scratch, because writing is a primary way human beings discover what they actually believe, and outsourcing it can lead to losing contact with your own cognitive voice. To gain the benefits, the best method is to draft your own version first, then use AI as an editor to pressure-test and refine the thinking's structure, rather than just the prose.

We just launched our new book! You can grab The Power of Your Personal Brand: A Playbook for Struggling Middle Managers Who Want to Do Big Things on Amazon or at ForthRight-People.com In the latest installment of The Power of Your Personal Brand Series, we're talking about how to make your Personal Brand your biggest competitive advantage. When we are in the midst of a middle manager struggle - or any struggle - we have the tendency to doubt ourselves. The imposter syndrome kicks in. Am I really that good? Do I have what it takes? What is wrong with me? The key is to tap into what makes you YOU and modulate appropriately to shift perception. For more about ForthRight Business by ForthRight People or for 1:1 consultation, check us out at ForthRight-Business.com And as always, if you need Strategic Counsel, don't hesitate to reach out to us at: ForthRight-People.com FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/forthrightpeople.marketingagency INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/forthrightpeople/ LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/forthright-people/ RESOURCES https://www.forthright-people.com/resources VIRTUAL CONSULTANCY https://www.forthright-people.com/shop

In this episode, I'm joined by Brand Strategist Leith from Leithal & Co. as we explore what it really takes to build authority in 2026 and why your brand is so much more than your logo or colour palette. Your brand isn't just what people see. It's what they experience. And when your strategy, visibility, client experience, and leadership are aligned, trust becomes effortless—and that's what turns followers into clients. In this episode, we cover: Why authority is becoming your greatest competitive advantage The four pillars of Authority Alignment: Brand, Visibility, Experience and Embodiment Why your visual brand should support your strategy—not lead it How to create a consistent brand experience across every client touchpoint The role AI should (and shouldn't) play in your branding and messaging Why authenticity will always outperform trying to be everything to everyone How speaking opportunities and visibility build confidence and credibility Practical ways to audit your brand and strengthen your authority today Leith Hudson is the founder of Leithal & Co.®, an authority-building brand strategy studio helping ambitious women become the recognised go-to expert in their industry. Creator of the Authority Alignment Framework™, Leith believes authority is built at the intersection of brand, visibility, embodiment and client experience. Through strategy, storytelling and positioning, she helps founders build businesses that don't just look credible, but become the obvious choice in their market. Since founding Leithal & Co., she's partnered with more than 100 businesses, helping entrepreneurs clarify what makes them different and turn their expertise into brands that attract opportunity long before the sales conversation begins. A sought-after speaker and educator, Leith is passionate about helping women stop blending in, own their expertise and build businesses that create lasting impact. Her philosophy is simple: colours and fonts can be copied, but your story and perspective are impossible to replicate. Free Resource: The Authority Alignment Assessment Take the free Authority Alignment Assessment to discover whether Brand, Experience, Visibility or Embodiment is holding you back from becoming the obvious choice. WORK WITH CHRISTINE: Join us at Unstoppable Women Event 2026 Download my CEO MONTHLY REVIEW Dashboard for free Buy my new book: Turn Impostor Syndrome Into Your Superpower Free Download: Capacity Calculator for calendar & income consistency Download: Consistent $10K Month Method Connect with Christine on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christinecorcoran_coach/ Book a Discovery Call with Christine here Christine's website https://christinecorcoran.com.au/

What's changing fast… and what never will? Yining Wang, Executive Partner at Sincere Alignment Group—focuses on aligning people, capital, and ideas across a decentralized world. 3 Takeaways: • Business is still people solving problems for people • Access to knowledge is everywhere—but execution is critical • Your "why" is now your biggest competitive advantage Technology is evolving. Human fundamentals aren't. Question to ask yourself: Are you clear enough on your "why"… to move faster than the world changing around you? --- Yining Wang is the Executive Partner at Sincere Alignment Group, where he helps bridge traditional business models with the creator-led, decentralized future of work. Raised between China and Sweden, he brings a unique East-West perspective to leadership, supported by decades of global business experience — including managing billion-dollar ventures and advising founders across Asia and Europe. He previously led a Swedish investment company to IPO and is known for integrating strategic clarity with inner mastery.   Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Yining Wang:Website: https://sincerealignmentgroup.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yining_sincerealignment/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yining-wang-23040017  *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

If Part 1 helped you understand pressure, Part 2 shows you how to master it.In this powerful continuation on Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte dives deeper with Wall Street veteran and founder of M1 Performance Group, Evan Marks, to explore the profound philosophy behind his upcoming book, The Quiet Edge.Evan breaks down a truth that most high-stakes environments ignore: calmness is not weakness—it is trained power. He introduces the revolutionary concept of "aggressive patience"—the rare mindset of being completely calm, prepared, and highly aware, allowing you to move with clinical precision instead of emotional reaction. If you are ready to stop letting chaos dictate your choices, this episode provides the mental blueprint to reclaim your peace and lead from a position of absolute internal stability.What We DiscussThis episode shifts the conversation from strategic survival to ultimate cognitive and emotional sovereignty:Aggressive Patience: Mastering the art of staying perfectly still and prepared until it is time to strike with absolute precision.The Power of Expression: Why pain, fear, and hidden anxieties instantly lose their power the moment they are spoken aloud.The Fragile Ego Trap: How an unexamined ego creates destructive thought patterns that warp decision-making in leadership.Reclaiming Mental Space: Clearing the internal noise to cultivate emotional honesty and true self-development.Beyond the "How-To": Why The Quiet Edge is a journey of returning to peace, rediscovering your identity, and reconnecting with your true nature rather than just checking off performance boxes.Exclusive Resources for ListenersUpgrade your mental game with elite performance tools:Free Performance Resources: Access Evan's curated toolkits, guides, and mental conditioning resources at M1 Performance Group Resources.The Trading Academy: Learn more about elite psychological training for high-stakes environments at M1 Mental Trading Academy.Connect with Evan MarksLinkedIn: Connect with EvanInstagram: @emarks72"True power isn't loud. The ultimate competitive advantage belongs to the person who can remain perfectly still in the middle of the storm."Send us Fan MailReady to turn your message into a profitable speaking career? Join Dr. Karim Ellis for a FREE live masterclass and discover the proven strategies to get booked, increase your influence, and build a speaking business that creates lasting impact and income. Reserve your seat today: https://thegpsspeakersacademy.com/freeclassSupport the show

Is community the new competitive advantage? In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames shares why she's shifting her focus from simply creating content to intentionally building community. After hosting her intimate Summer in the South Suburbs dinner, responding to hundreds of social media comments, and watching her local business videos spark real-world conversations, she realized something powerful: People aren't starving for more content—they're starving for connection. Michelle shares why authentic relationships are becoming more valuable than algorithms, why networking is evolving into community building, and how creating meaningful spaces can transform your business and your life. If you've been feeling like you're building your business alone, this episode is your reminder that the right room, the right conversation, and the right relationships can change everything. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why community is becoming the biggest competitive advantage in business How Michelle's viral local content is creating real-world connections Why responding to every comment still matters The difference between building an audience and building a community How relationships lead to referrals, collaborations, and new opportunities Why entrepreneurs are craving genuine connection now more than ever The vision behind the Connected & Paid Collective and Michelle's upcoming November event Key Takeaways Visibility gets people to notice you. Community gives them a reason to stay. Relationships create opportunities that algorithms never can. Business doesn't have to be built alone. Resources & Links Join the Connected & Paid Collective Send Michelle a DM with the word COMMUNITY on Instagram to learn more. Support the Podcast Love the show? Support future episodes through Buy Me a Coffee. Send Michelle a DM with the word COFFEE for the link, or check the links below. Book Michelle for your next event, workshop, or conference: https://michellethames.com/contact ️ Listen to more episodes: https://bleav.com/shows/social-media-decoded/ Join Michelle's email community: https://michellethames.kit.com/7daychallenge Connect with Michelle Thames Instagram: @michellelthames Threads: @michellelthames LinkedIn: Michelle Thames Website: https://michellethames.com If You Enjoyed This Episode… Please leave a review and share this episode with a friend or fellow entrepreneur. Your support helps more people discover the show and allows us to continue creating free content that helps entrepreneurs become more visible, build meaningful relationships, and grow thriving businesses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI thrives when organizations pair gen AI pilot programs with employee participation, using real-world feedback to refine tools, reduce risks, build trust, and accelerate successful adoption at scale.That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which talks about why Gen AI thrives when employees lead the charge.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/gen-ai-thrives-when-employees-lead-the-charge/

In today's aesthetic landscape, convenience isn't just a nice-to-have—it's a deciding factor in whether patients choose your practice at all.In this episode, Amy Anderson of ACG Practice Partners joins Robin Ntoh to break down how leading medical aesthetics practices are rethinking the patient journey, from first touch to post-visit follow-up, and beyond to meet rising expectations around access, speed, and ease.Through online scheduling and patient portals to CRM-driven communication, Amy shares practical strategies to remove friction, automate repetitive tasks, and empower staff to focus on what matters most: meaningful patient interactions. Topics in this episode include :Turning convenience into a true competitive differentiator for your practiceUsing CRM and “drip” campaigns to educate and nurture patients over timeImproving conversion by making scheduling and access available anytime, anywhereReducing staff burnout through automation while preserving the human touchCreating a more efficient, scalable workflow to create a better patient experience Because in medical aesthetics, the best practices aren't just delivering results, they're making it easier than ever for patients to say yes.Guest: Amy Anderson, Founder and CEOACG Practice PartnersHost: Robin Ntoh, VP of AestheticsNextechAbout Nextech: Industry-leading software for dermatology, medical spas, ophthalmology, orthopedics, and plastic surgery at https://www.nextech.com/

What if the biggest driver of employee engagement isn't charisma? Amy challenges one of leadership's most common misconceptions, showing why authenticity, presence, and intentional leadership inspire people far more than motivational speeches or big personalities.Through five practical leadership questions, she shares strategies for reconnecting disengaged employees, building trust through everyday interactions, creating a compelling purpose and a clear finish line that exponentially increase engagement, and leading with confidence during times of uncertainty. Amy reminds leaders that lasting engagement is built through consistent presence, honest communication, and making people feel valued. Every interaction is an opportunity to strengthen trust, inspire others, and shape a workplace culture where people can thrive!Want to go deeper? Email info@courageofaleader.com and ask for Chapter 9: Build the Ultimate Corporate Culture from Amy's bestselling book, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage, and Get Extraordinary Results. It's a free resource that expands on the ideas of trust, engagement, compelling purpose, and courageous leadership shared in this episode.Key Takeaways:Trust Over Charisma– Why authentic leadership creates deeper and more lasting engagement than personality alone.Purpose That Inspires– How a compelling purpose and a clear finish line help people connect to meaningful work.Curiosity Before Assumptions– The role genuine conversations play in rebuilding trust with disengaged employees.Consistency Creates Culture– Why everyday leadership behaviors shape trust and engagement more than occasional big moments.Leading Through Uncertainty– How honesty, presence, and vulnerability help teams stay connected when the future feels unclear.ResourcesGet Your Free Copy of The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment) - In less than 10 minutes, find out where you're empowering and inadvertently kills productivity, and get a custom report that will tell you step by step what you need to have your team get more done. Get it here: https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/You don't need to have all the answers to lead well. Get your copy of the Clarity Kit for just $17 to learn the five practices to bring more clarity, confidence and courage into your leadership - https://courageofaleader.com/the-clarity-kit/About the Host:Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and consultant. She has over 2 decades of experience developing leaders at all levels. Her clients include Cisco Systems, Deloitte and Barclays.As a trusted leadership coach and consultant, Amy has worked with hundreds of leaders one-on-one, and thousands more as part of a group, to fully step into their leadership, create amazing teams and achieve extraordinary results.Amy's most popular keynote speeches are:The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership LegacyThe Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System CollaborationThe Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and CommunityThe Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid TeamHer new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.http://www.courageofaleader.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshooprileyThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the, podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.Mentioned in this episode:The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

This episode focuses on using AI as a tutor, which is one of the most powerful learning technologies for gaining a competitive advantage. The key is to avoid the mistake of confusing consuming a clear explanation with actual learning, which only happens when you can produce the skill. 

PARTNER CONTENT: Media fragmentation is often painted as one of marketing's biggest challenges. But what if the real issue isn't complexity itself – it's how organisations respond to it?Recorded from Campaign House during Cannes Lions, this special episode of The Campaign Podcast, sponsored by Camphouse and hosted by Campaign tech editor Lucy Shelley, brings together:Bridget Evans, global head of advertising business marketing at SpotifyAlexander Högman, CEO of CamphouseLucie Guillerminet, vice president of marketing at Match Group.Together, they unpack why today's increasingly busy media landscape may actually present marketers with a competitive advantage. From changing consumer behaviours and the evolution of media planning to the growing importance of campaign data, the discussion explores how brands can embrace complexity instead of trying to simplify it.Whether you're grappling with audience fragmentation, looking to get more value from your campaign data or considering how AI can support your marketing operations, this conversation offers practical insights into why the marketers who organise for complexity today may be the ones who outperform tomorrow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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AI champions accelerate Gen AI adoption by building trust, mentoring peers, and showcasing real-world wins, turning resistance into engagement, boosting efficiency, and creating a culture of innovation that drives lasting organizational change. That's the key take-away message of this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, which talks about why the best Gen AI champions are hiding in plain sight.This article forms the basis for this episode: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/why-the-best-gen-ai-champions-are-hiding-in-plain-sight/

In this episode, we speak with Robert Hyslop, Executive Vice President of Global Aviation at DHL Express, who oversees one of the world's largest dedicated air cargo networks and has helped turn the company into one of the biggest corporate buyers of sustainable aviation fuel.He discusses:Tripling SAF usage in a single year: How DHL moved from 3.5% to 10% SAF use within a year by securing reliable suppliers early and signing offtake agreements globally, purchasing allotments well ahead of when the fuel will actually be used.The GoGreen Plus programme: How DHL's GoGreen Plus product lets customers co-invest in decarbonising their shipments, and how it has had a strong take-up in emerging markets, and how those revenues are reinvested into buying more SAF.The virtual global airline and book-and-claim: Why DHL operates as a network of airlines rather than one carrier, relies heavily on belly space in passenger aircraft, and has become the scope 3 customer in a five-year book-and-claim deal with IAG Cargo.Efficiency as the other half of the story: How fleet modernisation from the 747 to the 777 freighter, plus a fuel optimisation programme rolled out across 12 airlines, avoids 15-17 million gallons of fuel a year.Why SAF remains the mainstay: Why heavy, long-haul cargo cannot yet move away from the conventional jet fuel.If you LOVED this episode, you'll also love the conversation we had with Aaron Robinson, Vice President of SAF at the International Airlines Group (IAG), who shares the airline group's journey to becoming the global leader in SAF use. Check it out here.Learn more about the innovators who are navigating the industry's challenges to make sustainable aviation a reality, in our new book ‘Sustainability in the Air: Volume 2'. Click here to learn more.Feel free to reach out via email to podcast@simpliflying.com. For more content on sustainable aviation, visit our website green.simpliflying.com and join the movement. It's about time.Links & More:Sustainability - DHL Group GoGreen Plus: Reduce carbon emissions - DHL  DHL Express and Phillips 66 advance SAF usage in the US through multi-year agreement - Biofuels International Magazine DHL, IAG Cargo sign 5-year deal to use SAF to reduce air freight emissions - ESG Today DHL signs sustainable aviation fuel supply deal with SAF One in Bahrain - Reuters 

Send us Fan MailWhat if success isn't just measured by what we build—but by how we impact the people around us?This week on the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast, I sit down with Ed DeAngelis, Founder and CEO of EDA Contractors, whose journey from selling newspapers as a young boy to leading a company of more than 400+ employees challenges much of what we think we know about success, leadership, and what truly drives high-performing organizations.In an industry often known for projects, productivity, and performance, Ed is championing something different: the belief that trust, kindness, vulnerability, accountability, and genuine human connection are not distractions from success—they're the foundation of it.As someone whose own work is centered around Connection Is the Work™, I found myself deeply aligned with Ed's philosophy of Humanity as a Strategy. In fact, we probably could have spoken for hours about the power of putting people first and the impact intentional connection can have on individuals, teams, organizations, and communities.Ed shares the experiences that shaped him, the leap of faith that led him to build his own company, and the moment success forced him to ask a difficult question: Is there another way to lead?What followed was a deeply personal journey—one that challenged him to rethink not only how he defined success, but how he showed up for the people around him. Through his philosophy of Humanity as a Strategy, Ed makes a compelling case that people-first leadership isn't just good for culture—it's good for business.Before we jump into today's episode, I'd like to ask a favor. If you're enjoying the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast, please subscribe to the Today is the Day Changemakers YouTube Channel, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could benefit from this conversation.And if you're looking for inspiration to take your own leap of faith, pick up a copy of Today is the Day. LIVE IT! — Edge of Comfort to Center of Impact. Featuring 31 inspiring voices and stories of courage, resilience, leadership, and transformation, it's available through Amazon, Target, Walmart, and Barnes & Noble.Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @todayisthedaychangemakers for episode highlights, behind-the-scenes content, upcoming events, and daily inspiration.And we'd love to hear from you. What resonated most with you from today's conversation? What questions do you have? What topics would you like us to explore in future episodes?Now, let's meet today's changemaker, Ed DeAngelis.#Changemakers #Contractors #Ceo #Humanity #Strategy #Leadership #EntrepreneurshipSupport the show

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Marcus Collins, Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker and Professor at University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, to unpack why culture is the most powerful force shaping human behavior, inside and outside organizations.Marcus explains why most companies misunderstand culture by reducing it to slogans, rituals, values, or “how we do things around here.” In reality, culture starts with how people think, what they believe, how they make meaning, and what behaviors those shared beliefs produce.Most importantly, he reveals why the future of work will not be won by technology alone. It will be won by organizations that understand the culture of work, align the front stage and backstage of the business, and build environments where people are truly connected to the beliefs, behaviors, and conviction behind the work.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Natalie Dillon of Maveron Sandesh Patnam of Premji Invest Eric Ries Author of The Lean Startup We asked guests to discuss the most visionary founder that they've worked with and what makes them so special. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. We're proud to partner with Ramp, the modern finance automation platform. Book a demo and get $150—no strings attached.   Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

How do you break free from corporate anxiety and build an authentic personal brand on LinkedIn without compromising your senior corporate role?    In this dynamic interview, host Billy Keels sits down with Mike Dowling, a veteran with over 25 years of sales leadership in the enterprise software space who currently leads partner development at AWS. Mike shares the raw truth behind launching "The Daily Grit"—a content streak he maintained for over 368 consecutive days by trading unreliable willpower for bulletproof structural systems and public accountability. Discover how to disarm your primitive lizard brain's fear of perception, utilize radical clarity as the ultimate antidote to professional anxiety, and structure your 168 hours so you can conquer monumental goals both inside and outside the enterprise walls.  

In "How to Predict the 2026 Intermodal Rebound with IANA's Andrew Sibold" Joe Lynch and Andrew Sibold, Director of Economics and Freight Policy at the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), discuss how IANA's new predictive Intermodal Volume Index (IVI) helps logistics leaders navigate shifting market capacity and operational friction to successfully forecast the 2026 freight recovery.  About Andrew Sibold Andrew Sibold is the Director of Economics and Freight Policy at the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), where he leads market analysis, research, and economic forecasting that informs both private capital strategy and public policy. Before IANA, he spent five years at the Federal Highway Administration as a financial and economic analyst, where his benefit-cost and net present value modeling helped adjudicate more than $12.1 billion in federal infrastructure grants. He came to economics through the U.S. Army, serving as an Armor officer who led logistics and operations on deployments across Europe and Central Asia. Andrew holds a Master of Public Policy from the University of Tennessee, as well as advanced degrees in economics, econometrics, and international relations. He lives in Bethesda, Maryland, with his wife and four children. About Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) is the leading industry trade association representing the combined interests of the intermodal freight community. Its membership spans the full ecosystem that moves containerized freight across modes — railroads, ocean carriers, ports and terminals, drayage and motor carriers, intermodal marketing companies, and equipment providers. IANA promotes the efficiency, safety, and growth of intermodal transportation through industry standards, professional education, government affairs, and data services. As the connective tissue of a sector that handles a substantial share of North American freight, IANA gives members a unified voice on policy and a shared infrastructure for operations. Increasingly, it also serves as a source of market intelligence, equipping members with the economic data and forecasting they need to navigate a volatile freight cycle. Key Takeaways: How to Predict the 2026 Intermodal Rebound In "How to Predict the 2026 Intermodal Rebound with IANA's Andrew Sibold" Joe Lynch and Andrew Sibold, Director of Economics and Freight Policy at the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), discuss how IANA's new predictive Intermodal Volume Index (IVI) helps logistics leaders navigate shifting market capacity and operational friction to successfully forecast the 2026 freight recovery.  IANA as the "Conductor" of the Intermodal Ecosystem: The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) serves as the critical connective tissue and unified voice for a fragmented freight community. By connecting railroads, ocean carriers, ports, drayage motor carriers, and 3PLs, IANA acts as an industry "conductor" to harmonize operations across multiple transportation modes that handle a substantial share of North American freight. Eliminating Blind Spots with the Intermodal Volume Index (IVI): Historically, intermodal freight data has been fragmented and heavily lagging—with rail data delayed by a week and port data lagging by two to three months. Launched publicly in May, IANA's new IVI solves this industry pain point by acting as a real-time, seasonally adjusted "pulse check" on North American freight activity. Shifting from Lagging to Predictive Capacity Planning: Unlike traditional freight indicators that only look backward (like GDP or older equipment data), the IVI functions as a predictive bridge. By utilizing a mathematical process to bring historical data into the present and factoring in seasonal fluctuations, it provides mid-market shippers, 3PLs, and asset-based carriers with a forward-looking forecast to confidently adjust capacity planning. Unconventional Market Strength in 2026: The IVI is currently printing quite strong—tracking right around 106 for June, which is 6% higher than the pre-COVID baseline. While total import container volumes (TEUs) have softened due to tariff effects, intermodal volumes are rebounding rapidly due to a surge in high-value domestic manufacturing freight, driven heavily by investments in data centers and infrastructure built to support modern AI. Reducing Operational Friction via Standardization: Intermodal logistics inherently suffers from handoff friction between different actors, leading to costly demurrage, detention, and lost productivity. IANA mitigates this administrative nightmare by managing standardized operational frameworks—most notably the Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Agreement (UIIA)—which serves as a single, universal contract that lowers industry insurance costs and streamlines driver registrations. Navigating Volatility and Truck-to-Rail Conversion: Global supply chains remain highly volatile due to geopolitical factors, international conflicts, and oil infrastructure damage keeping global energy prices elevated. When diesel prices spike and over-the-road trucking capacity tightens due to shifting domestic regulatory and immigration policies, the IVI helps transportation managers identify exactly when and where rail capacity is tightening so they can strategically lock in contractual rates. The Competitive Advantage of Modal Conversion: Beyond operational efficiency, IANA empowers its members to turn modal conversion into a measurable economic and environmental advantage. Because rail transport is significantly cleaner and greener than over-the-road trucking—with a single stacked rail car capable of moving the equivalent of multiple trucks—shippers are increasingly leveraging intermodal data to hit corporate sustainability mandates as the 2026 market recovers. Learn More About How to Predict the 2026 Intermodal Rebound Andrew Sibold | Linkedin IANA | Linkedin Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Scale: The Search for Simplicity and Unity in the Complexity of Life, from Cells to Cities, Companies to Ecosystems by Geoffrey West The Box (Levinson book) – Wikipedia The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really mean to build a “fundamentally sound” baseball program?In this episode, we sit down with Eddie Hull, Head Baseball Coach at Charlotte Catholic High School in North Carolina, whose teams have earned a reputation for consistency, toughness, and attention to detail. That reputation doesn't happen by accident. Coach Hull breaks down the everyday standards that drive his program, starting with two clear non‑negotiables: play fast and compete every pitch.We dive into what “playing fast” actually looks like inside a high school program—how tempo, urgency, and preparation keep players mentally locked in and how pace of play can quietly become a competitive advantage.Coach Hull also walks us through the player development model at Charlotte Catholic, including the strength and conditioning culture he builds from the moment freshmen enter the program. He explains why year‑round lifting matters, how strength translates directly to speed and durability, and how a stronger, more physical roster expands what you can demand from players on the field.The conversation also covers youth development and why successful camps aren't just about drills—they're about creating an environment where young players stay engaged, have fun, and build real baseball habits that last.Beyond the high school season, Coach Hull shares insights from managing the Queen City Corn Dogs, a summer collegiate team in the Old North State League. He discusses the challenges of balancing development and competition with college athletes, as well as what he's learned about travel baseball, year‑round training, and how coaches and parents can help players avoid burnout through smarter scheduling and intentional recovery.We also get into the details of in‑game decision making, including:• How hitters can adjust when facing elite velocity• Using pitching machines to simulate high‑level pitching when your staff can't replicate 95 mph• What a coach should actually say during a mound visit when the game is on the lineWhether you're a coach, player, or parent trying to build a better development plan, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediately.Subscribe to the show, share this episode with a coaching buddy, and leave a quick review.One question to think about: What standard in your program do you refuse to compromise on?Support the showFollow:  X | @BCUPod / IG @baseballcoachesunplugged Website - https://www.athlete1.netSponsor: The Netting Professionalshttps://www.nettingpros.com