Podcasts about competitiveness

In a few decades, will Europe be good for anything beyond food and tourist experiences? With Europe lagging on innovation, productivity and with extremely costly decisions on the Energy side, and needing to defend itself, what is next?Navigation:Intro (01:34)New report out from Mario DraghiProfound mistakes in Energy initiatives increasing costs and competitivenessDalio and Lee Kuan Yew commentsLack of growth in Europe, lack of creation of new European championsToo much protection for employees?Too Complex regulations around companies and innovation initiatives are too bureaucraticConclusionOur co-hosts:Bertrand Schmitt, Entrepreneur in Residence at Red River West, co-founder of App Annie / Data.ai, business angel, advisor to startups and VC funds, @bschmittNuno Goncalves Pedro, Investor, Managing Partner, Founder at Chamaeleon, @ngpedroOur show: Tech DECIPHERED brings you the Entrepreneur and Investor views on Big Tech, VC and Start-up news, opinion pieces and research. We decipher their meaning, and add inside knowledge and context. Being nerds, we also discuss the latest gadgets and pop culture news Subscribe To Our Podcast Nuno Goncalves PedroWelcome to Episode 60 of Tech DECIPHERED. Today, we will discuss European competitiveness. The competitiveness of all of Europe, not just the European Union, but the whole of Europe. It's been in the news recently. There's been a new report out from Mario Draghi a couple of months ago that really mentions what is happening in Europe, what are the things that need to be done for Europe to increase its competitiveness going forward. Nuno Goncalves PedroThere have been a lot of discussions around the world on Asia, in particular, and American dominance of the world economy. Europe is lagging behind. What do we make out of all of this? Maybe let's start with the report out from Mario Draghi and the conclusions of that report. Bertrand SchmittYes, I think it was for once, a pretty interesting and pretty lucid report from a commission by the European Commission and written by Mario Draghi with a lot of support from many CEOs and also entrepreneurs to provide feedback to try to explain what's happening, what's going on. I would agree with everything in terms of analysis or conclusion, but I must say it's a good read. Bertrand SchmittMaybe a few points that he's making is first acknowledging that there is an issue in European competitiveness and growth since the past 20, 25 years. This lack of competitiveness and growth has increased with a great financial crisis from 2008-2012. In 2012, there was a crisis around the euro. I think it is indeed time to try to look back at what happened and try to get some sense about what could be done differently going forward. Nuno Goncalves PedroA couple of really astute observations. Obviously, the GDP growth of Europe has lag behind that of the US and China. The period of time from 2002-2023, the US has grown 2% and both on constant prices and constant PPP prices. China, 8.3% and the EU, 27 at 1.4%. Obviously this report is on the EU. Clearly lagging, and the lag is significant. Nuno Goncalves PedroIf we look at GDP at constant prices, there was a 17% delta in 2002 between US and Europe, and now there's a 30% delta between US and Europe. It's lagging you further behind. Even more seriously, China has outpaced it on constant prices. If we look at constant PPP prices, the EU was actually 4% above the US back in 2002, and it is now below 12% of the US. Nuno Goncalves PedroChina has outpaced both of them at constant PPP prices. This is worrisome. I think Mario Draghi makes, or the report makes a bunch of very significant and strong statements, which basically are saying, "We cannot, as the European Union, continue like this and have the social welfare that we put in place in all these countries." something's got to give. Nuno Goncalves PedroHe goes on to make a couple of proposals and what he thinks need...

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is David Steele. David is the founder and CEO of One Wealth Advisors, an independent RIA firm with over $1B in assets. He is also restaurateur owning 6 difference restaurants, a yoga studio owner, philanthropist and more. Needless to say, he's a Misfit Entrepreneur to the core. One of the hardest things for any entrepreneur to do is build and scale multiple businesses simultaneously and be successful, let alone juggle that with all the other areas of life. I've asked David to come on share how he's done this so successfully and to share his best advice for building a great business. davidsteele.xyz/ To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

Ever wondered what it takes to excel in prep school hockey? This episode of Our Girls Play Hockey features Olympian, Pro, and United States Hockey Hall of Famer - Brianna Decker. Brianna currently serves as the head coach at Shattuck-St. Mary's and she joins the show to offer an insider's look at prep school hockey.She breaks down the daily life of a student-athlete, where academics and hockey training are seamlessly integrated into the school day. Curious about the recruiting process? Discover what Shattuck, and other top tier programs, look for in potential players and why it's crucial for students, not just parents, to take the lead. Learn how Shattuck fosters player development, building competitiveness and preparing athletes for college hockey. Balancing academics with a demanding hockey schedule is no small feat, and Brianna shares how the school supports students in this endeavor. For those transitioning to prep school life, she discusses adjusting to living away from home and the support systems that ease homesickness.--0:00:00 Intro0:00:08 Brianna Decker's Journey to the USA Hockey Hall of Fame0:02:14 Shattuck St. Mary's as a Nurturing Environment0:05:33 Finding the Right Fit at Shattuck0:08:10 The Day in the Life of a Shattuck Player0:11:41 Navigating the Elite Hockey Landscape0:13:15 The Recruitment Process for Hockey Players0:16:02 Integrity in Youth Hockey Recruitment0:17:19 Preparing for High-Level Sports and Academics0:19:17 Competitiveness vs. Competition in Youth Sports0:20:56 Cultivating Competitiveness in Youth Athletes0:24:21 Navigating Player Development in Youth Hockey0:30:26 Transitioning to Boarding School Life--Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Looking to get your coach a great gift this season?Lee has recently re-released his team building philosophy - How to Win: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Championship Culture for Your Team! This new edition expands on Lee's acclaimed 2017 release with fresh insights, updated strategies, and practical tools. Grab a copy now on Amazon - https://a.co/d/9tDlwnCHave A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

When voters cast their ballots in recent European elections, the economy topped their long list of concerns. Shortly after, Commission President von der Leyen assumed office with a clear mission: make Europe more competitive to keep pace with the US and China. But the push for global competitiveness seems to sideline labour and social policies, which have long been seen as hallmarks of Europe's economic model. So, how does the Commission plan to make the Union wealthier? And who is at risk of being left behind? In this episode, host Giada Santana chats with economics reporter Anna Brunetti about the wind of change sweeping European economic policy. 

*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. SUMMARY: After a person has received Christ, he can go into a determination to grow in God and find how he is to relate to the Body of Christ. The challenges can occur in knowing how to communicate and relate both to believers and unbelievers. One of the stumbling blocks in communicating can show up when you discover you do not necessarily agree with the beliefs of other people. This does not need to end up in divisiveness, but there can be an attitude of heart where a person grows in the spirit and learns how not to break oneness. SHOW NOTES: Everyone is included in His Body; no one is excluded. There may be things that we have believed in the past that we may need to drop. When we have been brought into a level of oneness and we hear something that we may not agree with, we can hold that thought before the Lord in order to get a revelation of that thing. When a group gets into a discussion and they don't agree, they don't need to get into a debate or determine to prove a point. Everyone is able to state their beliefs, but can determine not to “push” those beliefs. If everyone does this, then you can have disagreement without division. Competitiveness is related to immaturity. Every one of us comes through a stage of getting out of your immaturity to drop the individual focus and come into a being a part of the Body. QUOTATIONS: Oneness is not a human ability. The oneness that we're talking about is a oneness of spirit. If I am with a...

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Dre Baldwin. Dre is an interesting entrepreneur who owns the brand, Work on Your Game. He is a former pro-basketball player playing in 8 countries during this career. But, he wasn't a superstar from the start. He had to work harder than anyone and walk on at a division 3 school to get his shot. And he made the most of it succeeding and turning pro. He was an early adopter of YouTube and has a massive following and since leaving pro basketball, he has authored 35 books, created over 400 products, given 4 Ted Talks on Discipline, Confidence, Mental Toughness, and Personal Initiative. His daily Work on Your Game Masterclass has been downloaded over 7.5 million times! Hearing all of that, you can see why I asked him to be on the show and I love his no-nonsense straightforward approach to success because it's a lot like mine. www.WorkonYourGame.com To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

Open Source bi-weekly convo w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner on all things tech, markets, investing & capitalism. This week they get in the Thanksgiving spirit, and discuss China, DOGE, Governor Newsom's EV Tax Credit, Service Titan IPO, FedNow, Tariffs, Anthropic Open Source, Warren Buffet's Thanksgiving letter, Conspiracy Theories, Invest America, & more. Enjoy another episode of BG2. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:40) Innovation in China & U.S. Competitiveness (05:43) DOGE & Balancing the Budget (10:43) Service Titan IPO & “Compounding Ratchet” (15:36) Gov Newsom Attack on Tesla (18:33) FedNow + Innovations in Payment Systems (23:44) Tariffs as Negotiation Tactics (27:36) Anthropic Open Source AI (30:39) Warren Buffett's Philanthropy (40:06) Invest America Available on Apple, Spotify, www.bg2pod.com Follow: Brad Gerstner @altcap Bill Gurley @bgurley BG2 Pod @bg2pod https://x.com/BG2Pod #BillGurley #BradGerstner #Bg2Pod

In this episode of Two Think Minimum, Nicolas Petit, Chair in Competition Law at the European University Institute, joins hosts Tom Lenard, Scott Wallsten, and Sarah Oh Lam to explore the pressing challenges facing European competitiveness. Drawing insights from the recent Draghi Report, Petit discusses Europe's innovation gaps, the role of big tech, and the critical policy shifts needed to secure the region's economic future.

In this episode of Conversations with Chai, Ihram sits down with Mashnun and Mohuya, hosts of the Difficultish podcast, to dive deep into the intricacies of being South Asian creators. They explore what it means to navigate the creative industry as Bengalis, the challenges of being boxed in as "brown creators" instead of just creators, and how competitiveness shapes the brown creative space. Timestamps to guide your listening: 6:22: Being only recognized as a "brown creator" but wanting creativity to stand on its own. 12:10: Why it's okay to give creators their flowers, whether you're a fan or just an observer. 26:10: The loneliness of pioneering in the brown creative industry and the unique challenges that come with being an early mover. Tune in for a candid conversation about identity, support, and what it takes to thrive in a competitive yet growing space.

European businesses are increasingly concerned about the EU's growing regulatory and reporting requirements, which they say hamper competitiveness and productivity.The combination of high energy prices (well above those in the US) and stringent sustainability and compliance requirements is putting pressure on several industries, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular.While the European Union aims to reduce reporting obligations by 25%, the challenge is to balance simplification with maintaining the core objectives of its laws, such as climate and human rights standards. These concerns echo key findings of the Draghi report, which highlighted the EU's struggles with productivity and global competition.To dig deeper, host Evi Kiorri was joined by Euractiv's Berlin-based economy reporter Jonathan Packroff.[Edited by Daniel Eck]

In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss some old time hockey styles and how top players of the past would stack up in today's game. Coach Andy then discusses the Pit Crew of F1 or NASCAR to draw an important analogy on roles. They use that to branch into a discussion on roles, competitiveness, and the concept of ‘fairness' in the game.  Support the show by becoming a MEMBER in the PowerTech Community! Take advantage of our skill development video library, consultation calls, discount codes, and more! Looking for other ways to support? Subscribe on YouTube, leave a 5-star review, and share the show! AFFILIATE/SPONSOR LINKS PowerTech SHOP PowerTech MembershipsWant to sponsor the show? Contact Us!

On Episode 3 of Creating Super Kids, Coach Mark shares his 17 years coaching collegiate basketball and extensive experience in coaching and developing young athletes. He discusses the balance between natural talent and environmental influences, the importance of a supportive home environment, and the role of parents in nurturing their children's athletic abilities. Mark emphasizes the value of multi-sport participation, the significance of mindset and character development, and the need for youth coaches to create a fun and encouraging atmosphere. He also highlights the importance of preparing young athletes for life beyond sports, focusing on earning their place and developing skills that will serve them in their future careers.takeaways Natural talent is important, but so is environment. Competitiveness, toughness, and drive are key traits. Parents should guide, not push their children. Multi-sport participation leads to well-rounded athletes. The 10,000 hour rule applies, but talent matters too. A stable home environment is crucial for success. Mindset and character development are essential. Coaches should focus on fun and encouragement. Athletes need to learn how to handle failure. Earning your place at the table is vital for growth. A special thank you to our education partner North Broward Preparatory School North Broward Preparatory School | Nord Anglia Education

This is another special episode and I got the idea of it from a recent service at our church, Worthington Christian Church here in Ohio. Now before you turn this off or stop watching, I am not going to be teaching a sermon to you and pushing the Bible down your throat, but as I listened to this message which was about the 10 Principles learned from the Story of Joseph in Genesis, I could not help but think about how much the 10 principles not only are useful in life, but incredibly important for success in entrepreneurship. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

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How impressed is the Road Trippin' crew with JJ Redick's work and communication he has brought to Los Angeles? On this edition of Road Trippin', we discuss the job the first year head coach has done. We also debate whether Jamal Murray and Luka Doncic need to be held accountable for their poor play early on, and we give props to our beloved Cleveland Cavaliers who just keep winning.Subscribe to the Road Trippin' podcast YouTube channel for more analysis, highlights, reactions and player interviews.#nbaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of New England Soccer Journal's The Goal Podcast, host Matt Langone is joined by club soccer writer Matt Doherty, IFA New England MLS Next Director Rohit Gautam, and club president Bill Altieri. They discuss IFA New England's development strategies, the importance of the MLS Next platform, and the club's competitive environment. The conversation also explores their goals for player development, international experiences, and upcoming events. The episode concludes with a fun Q&A segment, 'Extra Time,' where the guests tackle various soccer dilemmas.   Topics   00:58 IFA New England's Ambitions and Progress 02:44 The Role and Impact of MLS Next 05:37 Weekly Routine and Player Development 09:06 Competitiveness and Unique Approach of IFA New England 21:00 International Exposure and Future Plans 24:13 Reflecting on a Successful Event 24:43 Future Plans for International Tournaments 25:19 MLS Next Fest and Its Importance 25:54 Showcasing Talent and Competing 28:25 The Extra Time Segment Begins 28:58 Handling Time-Wasting Tactics 32:40 Dealing with Injured Players 37:04 Managing Fiery Players 41:11 Closing Remarks and Farewell

On November 9th, 2024, the Canadian Government published a proposed policy to cap oil and gas sector emissions, known as Canada Gazette Part 1. While the final targets will not be set until 2026, the Government estimates that this policy, in conjunction with other policies, will reduce GHG emissions from the oil and gas sector by 35% in the early 2030s compared to 2019. When flexible compliance options are considered, actual emissions are targeted to decline by 19% from 2019 levels.This week, Sander Duncanson, Partner at Osler and Co-Chair of Osler's national Regulatory, Indigenous, and Environmental practice, joins the podcast. Osler is a leader in Canadian business law.Peter, Jackie and Sander discuss their concerns with the proposed policy. Topics covered include:The low likelihood of the regulation becoming final law.The potential for the policy to create winners and losers, market distortions, and other unintended consequences.The complexity of Canada's regulatory framework which reduces investment.Concerns that Canada and the United States are moving in opposite directions regarding carbon policy. Canada is increasing stringency, while the US is expected to reduce its carbon policy, thereby creating the threat of investment moving from Canada to the US (carbon leakage).The options to provide feedback on the proposed policy are available until January 8th, 2025.Content referenced in this podcast:Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 158, Number 45: Oil and Gas Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions Cap Regulations (November 9th, 2024)Consultation feedback can be provided within a series of online forms in the Gazette, Part 1 link above, by January 8th, 2025. Another option for feedback is to submit a “Notice of Objection” by the same date. More information on this option can be found under the heading “PROPOSED REGULATORY TEXT” in the Gazette.Peter Tertzakian's commentary in The Hub “DeepDive: It's time for a carbon policy time-out” (November 2nd, 2024)Osler's Blog “Federal government announces constitutionally questionable oil and gas sector emissions cap” (November 8th, 2024)Please review our disclaimer at:https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/ Check us out on social media: X (Twitter): @arcenergyinst LinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas PodcastApple Podcasts Amazon Music Spotify 

BENJII invites Uncle Vinny to OCAD University in Toronto for a Great Interview about his Artistic Journey. Follow https://instagram.com/benjiiart/ to Keep Up With New Works from BENJII Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome @BenjiArt 1:00 - OCAD Life 3:00 - Painting Origins 4:30 - Interest in Fine Arts 5:45 - First Ever Solo Art Show "The Opera" 8:40 - Finding A Direction As An Artist 9:40 - Benji's Style 10:40 - 8 FT Wide Painting; Asian Influence 12:30 - Interest in Opera 14:00 - Art Gallery Experience 16:20 - Experience & Embracing Mistakes 18:40 - "The Punk Within" Magazine 20:00 - Versatility & Adapting 21:00 - Artistic Inspiration; Music & Visuals 23:00 - Street Photography; Getting Used to Downtown Toronto 25:00 - What's Next for Benji? 26:40 - Lack of Competitiveness in Art School; Importance of Feedback 29:20 - Danger of Not Being Able to Handle Criticism 30:00 - Business Side of Being An Artist 32:00 - Your Art is An Extension of Your Mind 33:00 - Follow @BenjiiArt Click the Below Links to Keep Up With New Versatile Vigilante content: Instagram: https://instagram.com/VersatileVigilante/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/versatilevigilante Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/podcast/6rbWSYZP9asHUv431qHZfK/overview Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/versatile-vigilante/id1384221180?mt=2 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/VersatileVigilante

Series: Luke Speaker: Samuel Simanjuntak Sermon points: The 3 toxic traits of failing disciples: 1. Inconsistency 2. Hesitance 3. Competitiveness

Tech companies are increasingly developing AI models that prioritize local data storage and processing to comply with data sovereignty regulations, driven by Europe's stringent privacy laws and the need for technological resilience. This shift towards Sovereign AI aims to enhance local competitiveness, align AI outputs with regional values, and address geopolitical dynamics, despite concerns that strict regulations might stifle innovation.

ESPN and ABC play-by-play announcer Mike Breen tells Papa & JD why he was so touched by Klay Thompson's return to the Bay Area, and how the NBA Cup has brought out an extra bit of competitiveness from the playersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The 30th Nigerian Economic Summit essay competition, themed "Collaborative Action for Growth, Competitiveness, and Stability," aimed at engaging undergraduates in critical discussions about Nigeria's economic future. It provided a platform for young minds to present innovative ideas on how collaboration across various sectors could drive economic growth, improve competitiveness, and ensure stability. The competition attracted over 300 submissions from students across the country, showcasing diverse perspectives on addressing the nation's challenges. After a rigorous review process, three winners emerged, each presenting insightful and well-researched essays that proposed practical solutions for Nigeria's economic progress. Their essays highlighted the importance of partnerships between the public and private sectors, youth engagement, and strategic reforms. The winners were featured in a podcast to discuss their creative processes, the challenges they faced, and their visions for Nigeria's future. The competition not only encouraged academic excellence but also fostered critical thinking on national development.

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Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady in October at 4.1% although there are signs of a slowdown in jobs growth. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Harry Murphy Cruise from Moody's Analytics to find out what it says about the economy and for interest rates; CEDA Economist Melissa Wilson discusses why Australia's global digital competitiveness ranking has improved and what businesses need to do to become more agile; plus James Whelan from BPC Wealth Management on the day on the markets.

Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady in October at 4.1% although there are signs of a slowdown in jobs growth. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Harry Murphy Cruise from Moody's Analytics to find out what it says about the economy and for interest rates; CEDA Economist Melissa Wilson discusses why Australia's global digital competitiveness ranking has improved and what businesses need to do to become more agile; plus James Whelan from BPC Wealth Management on the day on the markets.

Decoding competitiveness: Exploring how EM faculty interpret standardized letters of evaluation by SAEM

Competitiveness requires a unique perspective on evolving influences of technology on people flows to connect multi-disciplinary teams for rapid iteration and decision-making cycles essential to innovation.

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In this episode of The Sales Gravy Podcast, Jeb Blount sits down with Andy Matheou from RHM Staffing to dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of selling in the staffing industry. Andy shares his journey from individual contributor to a leadership role, offering invaluable insights on hustle, resilience, and the unique demands of staffing sales. Key Takeaways: – Early success in sales can be attributed to a strong work ethic, with long hours and dedication playing a significant role in career growth from sales contributor to leadership roles. – Competitiveness and resilience are essential traits in both sales and personal life, helping individuals push through challenges and setbacks. – The staffing industry presents unique challenges, as selling intangible services such as staffing solutions requires resilience and the ability to manage client skepticism. – Transitioning from an individual contributor to a leadership position often involves a shift in focus, prioritizing team success and development over personal financial gain. – Successful leadership requires setting aside personal ego and prioritizing the success of the team, with the focus on empowering others rather than seeking individual recognition. – A strong sales team culture is built around humility and mutual respect, where talented individuals support one another and work collaboratively toward shared goals. – Cold calling and consistent outreach are crucial strategies for success in sales, helping to gather information about decision-makers and open doors to larger deals. – Securing large accounts is often the result of thorough groundwork, including mapping out stakeholders and targeting the right individuals through persistent outreach. – Trust in the sales process and discipline in following proven methods are critical factors for long-term success in sales, especially for those new to the field. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KVaLlF-UbE The Importance of Hard Work in Sales Success in sales often begins with hard work. Putting in long hours and demonstrating a strong work ethic can lay the foundation for career growth. Early in a sales career, working weekends, making countless cold calls, and attending numerous meetings is essential. Hard work helps develop resilience and stamina, which are critical in the competitive nature of sales. In many cases, individuals who start as contributors in sales work their way up to leadership roles by consistently showing dedication to their work. The early success they achieve is often a result of their tireless efforts, setting the stage for future career advancements. Resilience and Competitiveness Drive Success Sales is not an easy field. There are frequent setbacks, rejections, and obstacles to overcome. A key factor that helps individuals succeed is their resilience and competitiveness. In both personal and professional life, being able to handle challenges and bounce back after failures is essential. Resilience allows sales professionals to learn from their experiences and adjust their strategies. It helps them stay focused and motivated, even when facing tough markets or challenging clients. Competitiveness pushes individuals to keep improving, always striving for better results. Navigating the Challenges of Selling Services In certain sectors, such as the staffing industry, selling services can present unique challenges. Unlike tangible products, services like staffing solutions can be harder to sell. Potential clients may be skeptical about the value of intangible offerings, and building trust becomes a critical part of the sales process. This requires a combination of patience, persistence, and the ability to manage client expectations. Understanding the specific needs of each client and effectively communicating how a service can solve their problems is crucial. Success in these industries comes from learning how to sell the intangible.

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On this week's interview Paul talks to Jared Walczak of the Tax Foundation. The Tax Foundation is a prominent center/right taxpayer research organization based in Washington, DC. They often testify in New Mexico's Legislature on issues relating to taxation. They also have a new State Tax Competitiveness Index. New Mexico ranks 31st which isn't at the bottom, but isn't great either. Paul and Jared discuss the Index, its findings and implications for tax policy, which states perform well and poorly and why, and what New Mexico policymakers should do to make New Mexico more competitive with other states.  You don't want to miss this fascinating conversation!  

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Dominic Rubino. Dominic is an interesting Misfit. He is a serial entrepreneur who's had businesses in Construction Trades, Contracting, Mail Order, Pharmaceuticals, Real Estate, & Business Coaching. But It took a long time for Dominic to feel like he could call himself an entrepreneur and the turning point came AFTER he took his business from zero to over 120 million in sales (with, as he says, some serious internal dysfunctions!). You may have heard of him, not so much from what I I've shared, but as the host of two very popular podcasts, “Profit Tool Belt” and “Cabinet Maker Profit System.” He's also the author of the book Construction Millionaire Secrets. Domini is a true misfit and Swiss army knife of entrepreneurship, so we're going to hit on all kinds of topics in this episode. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

In this episode host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) delves into the realm of sim racing with guest Victoria Thomson (@vicky_thomson_394), a champion from the Dark Sim Racing Expo. Victoria shares her journey into sim racing, discussing the transition from entry-level to high-end equipment and her approach to practice and endurance racing. She also talks about her experiences as a female racer in a predominantly male industry, highlights of her sim racing career, and her future endeavors, including participation in the Global eSports Games. The episode concludes with discussions on the challenges and communities within sim racing and the benefits sim racing can bring to real-life racing skills. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now! ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Introduction to Screen to Speed 00:54 Meet Victoria Thomson 01:15 Victoria's Sim Racing Journey 02:38 First Professional Sim Racing Gear 03:39 Transition to High-End Equipment 05:51 Practice Routines and Preparation 09:25 Endurance Racing Insights 12:03 Memorable Endurance Race 14:50 Winning Screen to Speed at Sim Racing Expo 19:49 Real-Life Racing Experience 30:11 Sim Racing vs Real Racing: Skills Transfer 31:22 Affordability and Accessibility of Sim Racing 32:29 Competitiveness in Sim Racing 33:13 Sim Racing vs Real Racing: Viewer Experience 36:22 The Fear Factor in Racing 39:22 VR vs Triple Screens in Sim Racing 43:27 Female Representation in Sim Racing 48:18 Encouraging More Women in Sim Racing 51:52 Future Plans and Content Creation 57:31 Advice for Aspiring Sim Racers 58:36 Conclusion and Farewell ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/ Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch. Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

The boss of Westpac's New Zealand arm insists our banking market is competitive. Westpac is reporting a 10% increase in net profit in New Zealand while being hit by "intense market competition" in Australia. It comes as the bank bosses are being hauled before a banking inquiry at Parliament. Catherine McGrath told Mike Hosking the bank is positioned to support Kiwis as the economy starts to grow. She says as the smallest of the big four banks, Westpac believes any way to make competition easy is a good thing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Deb Feder. Deb is the CEO of Feder Development, a business development and practice management strategist and coach with a special focus on effective communication. Her work focuses on helping professionals bring in consistent clients through curious, confident conversations. Over the last decade, Deb has committed herself to changing the way people think about communication, building healthy careers, and tackling high-stakes work, allowing for big careers while enjoying our free time. She is the author of After Hello: How to Build a Book of Business, One Conversation at a Time and Tell Me More: Building Trusted Client Relationships through Everyday Interactions. She is also a contributing author to the best-selling anthology #Networked. Effective communication is probably one of, if not, the most important skill for entrepreneurs, so I asked Deb on to give us her best thoughts, practices, and strategies to communicate at our best in our businesses and with our customers. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Ed Hajjim. Ed is a long-time Wall Street executive and entrepreneur with over 50 years of experience. Most people that hear his origin story are amazed that he ended up where he has. But, in reality, Ed has one of the best stories that is the truest testament to the American Dream and what is possible that I have ever heard. And I'm excited for him to share it today. But first, I mentioned 50 years' experience. Here is a little bit of Ed's pedigree… Ed has held senior management positions with the Capital Group, E.F. Hutton and Lehman Brothers before becoming chairman and CEO of Furman Selz. He was the co-chairman of ING Barings, Americas Region; chairman and CEO of ING Aeltus Group and ING Furman Selz Asset Management; and chairman and CEO of MLH Capital. Presently, he is chairman of High Vista, a Boston-based money management company. In 2008, after 20 years as a trustee of the University of Rochester, he began an eight-year tenure as chairman of the university's board. Upon assuming that office, he gave the school $30 million—the largest single donation in its history—to support scholarships and endow the Edmund A. Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Through his Family Foundation, he has made generous donations to organizations that promote education, health care, arts, culture and conservation. Ed is the author of several books including, the Road Less Traveled: An Unlikely Journey from the Orphanage to the Boardroom. And I'm excited to squeeze as much wisdom as I can from him in our time together in this episode. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

Sue Stockdale speaks with Mark Fletcher, the owner of Altitude Esports, about what led him to forming and leading an esports racing team. Mark shares his deep-rooted passion for racing, influenced by his father's racing background and their combined foray into model car racing. He explains how the team was founded from personal loss and a desire to create a community. The conversation also touches on Mark's engagement with Sports 2000 racing, integrating his virtual racing skills into real-world mechanics, and the supportive family-like environment within the racing community.About Mark FletcherMark Fletcher is 36 years old and lives in Worcestershire, England. He is the owner of Altitude Esports, an iRacing esports team and SimFly Driver Development. Mark has a passion for most sports, and in his spare time runs, plays golf, and mechanic for a Sports 2000 race team. He enjoys travelling and exploring new places. Altitude eSports is a media partner of Access to Inspiration podcast.Connect with Mark and Altitude Esports via Facebook and Twitch.Key QuotesThere are paid professionals who earn more than I do in my day job and they are racing on a simulatorIt's not just a day out for lads and dadsWe have exactly the same infrastructure as you would for a real raceWe can simulate in the SIM everything that the real world will throw at youFind your way to remember these people who have passed and make them still part of your life every dayEvery time that the car touches the track, its like I remember mumTime Stamps02:28 What is eSports Racing?03:19 The Competitiveness of eSports04:20 Formation of Altitude eSports07:47 Challenges and Personal Motivations10:47 Team Dynamics and Recruitment21:08 Balancing Real and Virtual Racing28:19 Getting Started with Sim RacingConnect with Access to Inspiration: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn If you are enjoying this podcast - Buy Me A Coffee and leave us a message to help us continue producing quality audio content for our listeners.Sound Editor: Matias de EzcurraProducer: Sue Stockdale Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/access-to-inspiration--4156820/support.

https://apply.solarpreneurs.com/https://zendirect.com/https://crmx.app/https://zapier.com/https://www.solarscout.app/taylorTOP 10 MOST DOWNLOADED EPISODES OF ALL TIMEhttps://www.youtube.com/@solarpreneursgoals.solarpreneurs.comoneliners.solarpreneurs.comhttps://solciety.co/ - JOIN SOLCIETY NOW!SIRO APP - LEARN MORE!This episode covers:The Importance of Mentality and Persistence: McCarthy talks about how many door-to-door salespeople give up early due to frustration or self-doubt. He stresses the importance of having multiple techniques to handle objections, maintaining clarity, and continually improving.Training and Techniques: McCarthy introduces Knock Star University, a project aimed at training new sales reps through boot camps and live events, sharing best practices for generating leads, handling objections, and closing deals. He highlights the necessity of role-playing and repetition to build confidence and develop a mastery of sales tactics.Communication Tactics: McCarthy shares key phrases and strategies, such as using repetition, telling stories to engage customers, and activating multiple senses (hearing, reading, writing) to ensure retention of information. He also emphasizes how framing the conversation around ownership versus renting electricity helps customers understand the benefits of solar energy.Sales Psychology: The discussion delves into the psychology behind why people say yes or no to a product, focusing on creating pain (e.g., financial loss with utility companies) and offering a solution (owning their power through solar). McCarthy also mentions using specific terminology to avoid triggering negative associations (e.g., avoiding words like pitch or contract).Competitiveness and Continuous Improvement: McCarthy stresses the importance of staying motivated, taking action, and pushing oneself to reach higher levels of success. He explains how competing in high-performance environments like sales boot camps helps individuals refine their skills and grow.This episode provides valuable insights into mastering the art of solar sales and offers listeners practical advice for increasing their closing rates and improving their sales presentations. The SOLARPRENEUR podcast is here to help you close more deals in the solar industry, generate more leads and referrals, and hopefully, have a much better time and situation.

This week again, I'm again on the other side of the mic, as I'm interviewed by Joe Magyer, the founder of Seaplane Ventures. This is a wide-ranging conversation where we talk about the Fed rate cut, cover different asset classes including VC, PE, Fixed Income, and Public Equities, and my journey in building Canopy Capital. This episode first appeared on the Investing in Startups podcast hosted by Joe, which I highly recommend you check out. Please enjoy this conversation with Joe Magyer. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:00:19) Overview of Canopy Capital (00:00:44) The Evolution of Asset Management (00:01:54) The Importance of Tax Individualized Investing (00:02:44) Starting the Podcast Journey (00:03:16) Crypto: From Skepticism to Interest (00:04:18) Exploring Various Asset Classes (00:06:08) Challenges and Rewards of Podcasting (00:11:12) Competitiveness in Different Asset Classes (00:16:38) Insights on Venture Capital (00:22:59) Building a Venture-Backed Company (00:24:18) The Founder's Dilemma: Risk and Innovation (00:25:17) A Career at Fidelity: Reflections and Decisions (00:27:17) The Transition: From Intrapreneur to Entrepreneur (00:30:21) Market Insights: The Fed and Economic Cycles (00:36:27) Investment Strategies: Observing and Predicting (00:39:40) Web3 and Crypto: Future Prospects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode Sandra Carvão, Director of Market Intelligence and Competitiveness at UN Tourism takes a deep dive into the recent grant program announced by UN Tourism and TUI Foundation focused on rural development and tourism. Sandra tells me the grants aim to connect artisans with the tourism value chain, giving them the resources and guidance needed to grow their crafts and impact local economies. The pilot countries are Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, The Gambia, Tunisia, and Zambia

We're joined this week by Delaware Senator Chris Coons, chairman of the Senate Ethics Committee. This week in our battleground state... Michigan TV stations are raking in the cash with campaign spending well over $200-million, fueled by close races for President, U.S. Senate and congressional districts and control of the state legislature. The Harris campaign reports it has raised a staggering $1-billion in 7 weeks. Michigan is also getting massive personal attention from the national campaigns, with candidates and surrogates making campaign visits on an almost daily basis. Republicans are hoping concerns over electric vehicles will put them over the top in Michigan, with both JD Vance and Mike Rogers calling for reneging on a federal promise of $500-million for upgrading Lansing's General Motors downtown assembly plant. Rogers is battling a new carpetbagger charge with the revelation that the house he claims as his home doesn't even have an occupancy permit And in the Bizarro World that is Donald Trump, the week's four strangest developments: The Kremlin confirms Trump sent COVID test equipment for Putin's personal use even as Americans were unable to get tested Republican governors and U.S. Senators praise the federal response to the two hurricanes in direct contradiction of Trump's claims; President Biden calls Trump a liar It turns out Trump's $60 “God Bless the USA” Bibles are being printed in China And when Trump said on a podcast that he's a very truthful person, the podcast host breaks out in laughter Slotkin, Rogers spar in Michigan U.S. Senate debate. Here are the facts - Bridge Michigan Annual inflation rate drops to 2.4 percent, lowest since February 2021 New Statewide Poll: Voters' Reluctance to Embrace the Economy of the Future Putting Michigan's Competitiveness, Top Industry at Risk - Detroit Regional Chamber Florida threatens TV executive with jail time for airing ad in support of abortion rights - Popular Information Pornographic Film Actors Launch Ad Campaign Targeting Project 2025 - The New York Times Trump's Rambling Speeches Reinforce Question of Age - The New York Times Oops, They Did It Again: The Mainstream Media Buries Trump's Outrage - The New Republic We are joined this week by Delaware's junior Senator Chris Coons. He was elected in 2010, topping Christine O'Donnell, who ran an ad denying that she was a witch – a precursor to a long line of unusual Republican candidates for the Senate. Coons is one of Joe Biden's closest personal friends. In the Senate he chairs the Ethics Committee. =========================== This episode is sponsored in part by EPIC ▪ MRA, a full service survey research firm with expertise in • Public Opinion Surveys • Market Research Studies • Live Telephone Surveys • On-Line and Automated Surveys • Focus Group Research • Bond Proposals - Millage Campaigns • Political Campaigns & Consulting • Ballot Proposals - Issue Advocacy Research • Community - Media Relations • Issue - Image Management • Database Development & List Management Ed Wexler - Cagle.com

Europe is facing a critical challenge. When it comes to advanced technology innovation, labor productivity, and affordable energy, it's not keeping up with the U.S. and China. At least that's the take from Mario Draghi, former European Central Bank president, in his European Commission report last month titled, “The Future of European Competitiveness.” The last five years for the European Union have been tumultuous – from the pandemic to an energy crisis sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, to the European Green Deal. How Europe moves forward in the face of these challenges will directly impact its short and long-term energy security, and the pace of its transition to clean energy. And it's all playing out against the backdrop of an ever-worsening climate crisis.  This week, host Jason Bordoff talks with Kadri Simson. Kadri has been the European Commissioner for Energy since 2019. Before that, she was the Estonian minister for economic affairs, and held various other positions in the Estonian government.  Kadri visited the Columbia campus during Climate Week in New York City. They discussed the impact of Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, Europe's progress in weaning itself off Russian gas, and member states' attitudes toward nuclear power, among other topics.

In this episode, I share insights from my experiences in racing Ironman and how they parallel to the journey of entrepreneurship. Key concepts discussed are the importance of viewing business as a long game, the mental challenges faced, the significance of small details, and the necessity of discipline, consistency, and persistence in achieving success. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

As soon as we sat down to record, Erik said, "Let's just WING IT!!" , instead of following an outline for the conversation about: IS BEING COMPETITIVE A GOOD THING? Paul is noticeably uncomfortable and what ensued is lovely W.I.B. history.To watch the YOUTUBE VIDEO of this episode and the irreverent & somewhat unpredictable AFTERSHOW, subscribe to our Patreon:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/user?u=91688467⁠

This week, Jason is joined by professional dancer, choreographer, and Dancing With the Stars pro, Jenna Johnson! Jenna had spent all of her career in the world of dance and achieving accomplishments such as being a 5x US National Latin dance champion, 3x National contemporary dance champion, US National youth 10x dance champion and many more. She gained recognition after joining Dancing with the Stars back in 2014 and has gone on to compete in eight different seasons, finished as a mirrorball champion of season 26, grown her social media following exponentially, and among other things met her husband Val. Jenna dives into the behind-the-scenes of this season of Dancing with the Stars with partner Joey Graziadei, what dances she finds most difficult for men, when she started dancing, the difficulty of the dance industry, how she and Val discuss money and how to set a dollar amount on their talent, her love/hate relationship with social media and how she found love with Val. Jenna also reveals how they balance their competitiveness, the importance of ensuring that everyone's significant others feel included in the experience, where else money can be made in dancing, and how she is able to calm the nerves. Who has surprised her this season? What DWTS pro is her best friend in the whole world? Does she share her choreography with Val during the season? Jenna reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss!                                                     Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Jenna Johnson Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Robinhood: Robinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month.  Sign up at robinhood.com/gold  *Terms apply  BetterHelp: If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It's entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Take off the mask, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/tradingsecrets today to get 10% off your first month. Vimergy: Vimergy makes liquids vitamin and supplements that use clean ingredients, and are not loaded with unnecessary fillers and binders, like citric acid. And because they're liquid, they absorb faster than tablets, gummies and capsules. For free shipping using code TRADINGSECRETS and you can save up to 12% with their mix and save program at https://vimergy.com/

In September Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni announced the introduction of special fees for passengers disembarking from cruise ships at Mykonos, Santorini and some other ports. The fees are part of a broader strategy to manage the resurgence of mass tourism post-covid, reducing some of the negative impacts such as pressure on water supplies, waste management and overcrowding, while spreading the economic benefits more fairly across society. Greece is not alone in considering how to alleviate the tensions arising when exceptional numbers of tourists arrive during peak holiday times. Venice has limited the size of tour groups, charging visitors a daily entry fee and the mayor of Barcelona has pledged to eliminate short-term tourist lets in the city within five years, to ease housing pressures. With revenues from international tourism reaching USD 1.8 trillion last year according to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation, many governments and experts are thinking carefully about how to strike a balance between the economic boost, the tourist experience and the welfare of local communities. Can tourists be enticed away from those Instagram hot spots and what potential solutions could Greece employ to deal with overtourism? Contributors Katerina Kikilia, Head of Tourism Management, University of West Attica, Athens Sandra Carvão, Director of Market Intelligence, Policies, and Competitiveness, UN World Travel Organisation Kumi Kato, Professor in Tourism Studies, Wakayama University, Japan Cevat Tosun, Eisenhower chair and professor of Tourism Studies and management at George Washington University School of BusinessPresenter: Charmaine Cozier Production: Diane Richardson and Matt Toulson Broadcast Co-ordinator: Jacqui Johnson Editor: Tara McDermott Technical Producer: Toby James (Image: Oia, Thira, Greece / Getty Images: Fernando Vazquez Miras)

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Dane Espegard.  This conversation today holds a special place for me as Dane is division leader for Vector Marketing.  Some of you may know Vector or even worked for them as they are the company behind Cutco knives.  I have talked about this before, but I initially cut my teeth in selling and paid for my college selling Cutco.  Everyone that works for them is a contractor building their own business, whether a salesperson, district, division manager and so on.  To get to running a division means you are one of the best at developing people, especially young people.  And over 2 decades, Dane has built a division that has sold over $51 million in cutlery!  A $50+ million-dollar business selling knives primarily through high schoolers and young adults.  If you can do that, you are doing something right.  So, you can understand why I've invited Dane on the show to share his secrets for building a great business and organization.   It's great timing too as he has released the book, The Dream Machine: A Leader's Guide to Creating Teams of High Performers Who Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is Talia Boone.  Talia is the founder of Postal Petals, a floral industry startup that is changing the entire industry.  Now, here's the interesting thing, Talia founded the company in the middle of the pandemic and lockdowns.  If you remember, businesses like that were shut down and for many, the last thing on their mind was getting some flowers.  But Talia bucked the trend and created a new model that thrived during that time and continues to today. How did she do it and go on to build such a great company re-inventing the way flowers are bought?  Well, it's those lessons and principles that I want to dig in with her in this episode. To see the full show notes and Misfit 3 for this episode, go to www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business?  How much would that help your success?  Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can!  Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism.  You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

How can Canada crack the productivity code to secure a prosperous future? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Pedro Antunes, the Chief Economist for the Conference Board of Canada, as he unpacks the pivotal role productivity plays in shaping our nation's economic landscape. He scrutinizes why GDP per hour worked is a crucial metric for income generation and long-term growth, and why enhancing private sector productivity is essential for maintaining robust public services like healthcare and education. Pedro takes us on a journey through the complexities of the productivity equation. Using concrete examples, he illustrates how higher education and skill levels can lead to substantial income growth. We also uncover the challenges Canada faces with insufficient private investment, exploring how even minor differences in productivity growth rates can have significant long-term economic impacts. Our discussion emphasizes the importance of strategic investments and competitive tax reforms to enhance productivity and fuel economic growth. In our final segment, we tackle the productivity hurdles that emerged post-2015, including the impacts of oil price collapses, the COVID-19 pandemic, and U.S. tax cuts. We explore the post-pandemic challenges in sectors like utilities, transportation, and construction, and delve into the burgeoning knowledge economy. Pedro offers a forward-looking perspective on revitalizing public transit, addressing labor constraints in construction, and crafting immigration policies to attract the skilled trades necessary for housing development. Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of Canada's productivity landscape and the critical steps needed to navigate these multi-faceted issues. What You'll Learn: • The significance of productivity for Canada's long-term prosperity. • Key drivers of economic productivity and income growth. • The economic challenges and investment dynamics post-2015. • Post-pandemic productivity challenges and opportunities. • The evolving landscape of Canada's knowledge economy. Podcast Timestamps: (00:00) – An Introduction to Productivity (10:52) - Productivity Growth and Investment (17:15) - Investment Challenges and Solutions (32:56) - Canada's Post-Pandemic Productivity Challenges (37:32) – The Role of the Knowledge Economy in Productivity (47:12) – Through the Looking Glass: The Future of Productivity More of Pedro: Pedro Antunes is the Chief Economist for the Conference Board of Canada, where he leads a team responsible for producing economic forecast products and reports on key indicators impacting Canada. Joining the Conference Board in 1991 after working with the Canadian Forecasting Group at the Bank of Canada, Antunes has been a key figure in researching issues such as demographic change, public health care sustainability, and long-term economic growth. He regularly provides expert testimony before parliamentary committees and engages with Canadian leaders, the public, and media on economic issues important to the nation. Recently, he has focused on a report titled Cracking the Productivity Code, which addresses productivity challenges in Canada. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-a-22265a2/  Mentions: Cracking the Productivity Code: Charting a New Path to Prosperity Key Topics Discussed: Positive Leadership, Productivity, Canadian Economy, Economic Growth, GDP, Healthcare, Education, Labor, Capital Investments, Income Growth, Tax Reforms, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, Competitiveness, Knowledge Economy, Interprovincial Trade Barriers, AI, Immigration, Skilled Labor, Canada-US Relations, CEO Success More of Do Good to Lead Well: Website: https://craigdowden.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/