Podcasts about Consistency

Every leader gets it wrong sometimes. You may miss a deadline, communicate poorly, make the wrong decision or fail to follow through. The mistake matters, but your attitude afterward reveals whether you're ready to own it, learn from it and move forward. DON'T LET ONE MISTAKE BECOME TWO PROBLEMS The original mistake may be fixable, but defensiveness creates a second problem. Explanations can provide context, but they don't replace ownership. Before pointing to what others did, ask, What part of this belongs to me? Until you own your part, you won't know what needs to change. STAY TEACHABLE WHEN CORRECTION FEELS PERSONAL Correction can leave you feeling embarrassed, misunderstood or disappointed. Being teachable doesn't mean agreeing with everything being said. It means listening for what may be true. Listen before you explain, ask questions before you defend and separate correction from rejection. LET YOUR ATTITUDE CREATE A WAY FORWARD The right attitude doesn't erase the mistake or remove every consequence, but it creates a path forward. Ownership makes repair possible. Humility makes growth possible. Teachability makes another opportunity possible. Consistency makes trust possible again. TURN THE MISTAKE INTO GROWTH Once the emotion settles, look honestly at how you responded and what needs to change. If your attitude wasn't right, own that too. An honest apology can repair the relationship, reopen the conversation and show the people around you that you're willing to grow. PUT IT INTO PRACTICE A leader with the right attitude can say: I got that wrong. Here is the part that belongs to me. What do I need to do to make this right? Here is what I'm going to do differently. Ask yourself: What was my first reaction? What did I feel the need to defend? What part of the situation belongs to me? What do I need to do differently now? If your attitude wasn't right, return to the conversation and say: “I've thought about how I responded. My attitude wasn't right. Here is what I see now, and here is what I'm going to do differently.” FINAL TAKEAWAY You don't have to be the leader who never gets it wrong. You do need to be the leader who can own it, learn from it and become better because of it. The mistake tells us what happened. Your attitude tells us what can happen next.

Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Adam J. Johnson, a 13 year Army veteran, combat medic, drill sergeant, and discipline coach, for a raw conversation about identity, addiction, and discipline. Adam traces his path from a directionless ex athlete who gained weight up to 275 lbs, to a personal trainer struggling after the 2008 recession, to a 28 year old Army enlistee who became a decorated NCO and senior drill sergeant. He opens up candidly about years of secretly battling alcohol addiction while excelling professionally, the identity crisis that fueled it, and how he built consistent systems to finally break the cycle. The conversation covers his new book, Redefined: The Discipline, and its companion 90 day journal, both built around his five code RTD system for turning self-honesty into lasting discipline. Episode Highlights: 3:29 — Adam recounts gaining 120 lbs after his football career ended, and the wake-up call that pushed him into fitness and nutrition. 15:04 — He shares his biggest life lesson in adversity: failing SFAS (Special Forces selection) after two years of dedicated training. 18:01 — A candid account of secretly battling alcoholism while performing as a squared-away platoon sergeant, living what he calls a double life. 34:57 — Adam explains the RTD system, showing how identity, consistency, and self-trust form the real foundation of discipline. Adam J. Johnson spent over 13 years in the U.S. Army as a combat medic and drill sergeant, training thousands of soldiers to meet standards they didn't believe they could reach. A former college football hopeful and personal trainer, Adam overcame a personal battle with alcohol addiction to become a keynote speaker and discipline coach. He is the author of Redefined: The Discipline and creator of the RTD (Redefined: The Discipline) system, a five code framework built on identity, consistency, and self-trust. Adam offers keynote speaking, coaching, and free resources including a discipline reset guide and diagnostic tool at adamjjohnson.com. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most rugby players don't need more training hacks they need to get the basics right. I break down the five things that build real rugby fitness... In this episode: 00:00 Rugby fitness is simple01:31 Consistency beats gimmicks02:33 Skylar's Zone 2 turnaround05:37 The five essentials06:19 Aerobic fitness07:34 Strength training10:51 Speed work12:48 Power training15:41 Movement and mobility17:30 Stack the basics18:10 Wrap upGet the Rugby Muscle Training Week PlaybookJoin Team Rugby MuscleGet personalised 1on1 Coaching from me for S&CGet early access to the ALL-NEW 5-day Rugby Athlete BlueprintSupport the show

The transfer window is closed, and Arsenal's summer comes under the microscope. After a window that strengthened several areas of the squad but left major questions around the attack, we assess the business, the decisions behind it and whether Arsenal ultimately did enough.There is also plenty to unpack from a chaotic Premier League deadline day, with major moves across the division, clubs taking significant risks and several deals producing more questions than answers.Before that, WATG takes us around the latest Premier League results, while After Review focuses on another controversial weekend for refereeing and VAR — including Manchester United's handball incident, simulation, second-yellow decisions and the continuing debate over consistency.Continue the discussion with us.Follow The NN Pod for more Arsenal and football content.All our links: https://beacons.ai/thennpodChapters:(00:00) - Arteta's Non-Negotiables & Intro(01:05) - WATG: Liverpool Drop Points & City Cruise(02:51) - After Review: Ref Comms, Handball & Consistency(07:05) - Manchester United's Handball Controversy(13:00) - Liverpool Penalty & Late Goalkeeper Challenges(17:53) - Simulation, Second Yellows & Refereeing Consistency(22:11) - VAR, Second Yellows & the KMI Panel(23:20) - Arsenal's Transfer Window Verdict(24:32) - Justin & Elliot Rate Arsenal's Window(28:36) - Berta Under Pressure(36:00) - "Embarrassing": Arsenal's Failed Attacking Upgrade(44:11) - Manchester City's Deadline Day Spending(46:30) - Liverpool's Unbalanced Transfer Window(53:00) - Tottenham's Deadline Day Gamble(56:55) - Balogun, Fofana & Deadline Day Chaos(01:00:42) - Grealish to Everton & Other Late Moves(01:03:30) - Manchester United's New Signing & Final Thoughts(01:04:56) - Outro & Chelsea Preview

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Consistency is the word every great coach comes back to eventually. Not volume, not intensity, not the latest methodology. Consistency. But saying it and doing it are very different things. Particularly through winter, when the race season is over, the mornings are dark, and the motivation that carried you through summer starts to feel a long way away. This week Simon and Beth do a proper deep dive into what consistency actually means in practice, and specifically what habits and actions protect it through the winter months. IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER: Why the single biggest threat to consistency is not motivation or weather, but injury and illness, and what to do about it Why recovery should be planned before training, not fitted around it How to identify the weekly training load you can actually sustain across many months, not just the maximum you can tolerate for a few weeks The recovery day question: do you actually need complete rest or can active recovery do the same job? How to plan and protect recovery weeks before the training blocks start, not as a reaction to exhaustion A simple three-question morning protocol for managing the grey areas when you are not clearly well but not clearly ill Four winter-specific habits that protect your immune system and keep you showing up through the darker months KILLER QUOTE "Consistent imperfect training through winter is worth far more than sporadic perfect training. The promise of consistency is not glamorous. It does not make for exciting social media content. But it works. Every time." LINKS & RESOURCES Some podcasts you might find useful to go along with this one WHOOP Project PR Study Train Less, Recover More Recovery Based Training, Your Questions Answered Christine Clubbs episode: What your Garmin Can't Tell You   FREE Download

Aaliyah Butler has stepped into the role at the top American 400m sprinter in 2026. At the end of July, she became US Champion, which came just after she ran a new personal best of 48.84 at the Monaco Diamond League, becoming the 4th fastest 400m woman in American history.Prior to 2026, Aaliyah was a multiple time NCAA Champion while at Georgia, and also won gold medals at the 2024 Olympics and 2025 World Championships as part of team USA's 4x400m relay. She is now heading into the end of the 2026 season as the only American who will compete at the Diamond League final and World Ultimate Championships.In our conversation, we discuss Aaliyah's transition from college to the pro ranks including her approach to training, her time at Georgia and winning an NCAA Team Championship, and her 400m race strategy, including becoming the 4th fastest American women with her 48.84 at the Monaco Diamond League.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:19 2026 Season so far02:29 Approach to 2026 season05:12 2025 NCAA compared to 2026 pro06:34 Changes to Training08:20 Becoming USA Champion11:10 Still having teammates as a pro13:01 Winning NCAA Team Championships17:42 Coach Caryl Smith-Gilbert22:46 Monaco DL 48.84 Race breakdown26:37 400m Consistency and history30:16 Pressure at big meets32:36 Training with Oakley in the 400m35:54 Gold medal or world record38:20 Poland 400m39:10 Aaliyah off the track

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Kurt Jones. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aims to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness, particularly in the Black community, elite sports, and entrepreneurial spaces. It focuses on mental resilience, confidence building, and strategies for handling stress and setbacks, while introducing Dr. Jones’ methodology and his mission through Play 21 Wellness Academy. Key Takeaways Mental Health in the Black Community Historically stigmatized; seen as weakness or negativity. Today, awareness is improving, but significant work remains. Customized Approach Dr. Jones does individualized analysis and treatment plans for athletes and business professionals. Rejects “cookie-cutter” solutions—tailors strategies to personal circumstances. The Shelving Method A mental organization system with four shelves: Immediate Shelf: Urgent tasks within 24 hours. Active Shelf: Important but less urgent tasks. Holding Shelf: Items to revisit later. Elimination Shelf: Thoughts/tasks to discard permanently. Helps clients focus on the present and avoid dwelling on past mistakes. Confidence & Setbacks Confidence can collapse after major losses or failures. Strategy: Remind clients of their greatness, review past successes, and rebuild momentum. Consistency and adaptability are key to sustaining success. Play 21 Wellness Academy Founded in memory of Ben Wilson, a top basketball player and Dr. Jones’ best friend. Mission: Support youth athletes, address issues like parent/teacher abuse, and provide mental health resources. Operates as both a nonprofit and for-profit entity. Broader Client Base Works with elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-level professionals. Mental clarity and emotional control are critical for success in any field. Health & Balance Encourages regular medical checkups, stress management, and work-life balance. Advocates for self-reward and stepping out of comfort zones while maintaining wellness. Upcoming Projects Book: Chi-Town Blueprints (personal story and mental resilience). Workbook on the Shelving Method for schools, universities, and professionals. Notable Quotes On Mental Health Stigma:“When people talked about mental health, the first thought was negative.” On Focus:“You can’t take the last play to the next play.” On Success:“Mental thinking is a huge part of success.” On Confidence:“Remind yourself of what got you to the point where you were winning.” On Consistency:“You’ve never seen a Brinks truck behind a funeral car—the graveyard is the richest place because people die with million-dollar dreams.” On Purpose:“Walk in your purpose. When you walk in your purpose, there’s no stopping you.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Kurt Jones. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aims to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness, particularly in the Black community, elite sports, and entrepreneurial spaces. It focuses on mental resilience, confidence building, and strategies for handling stress and setbacks, while introducing Dr. Jones’ methodology and his mission through Play 21 Wellness Academy. Key Takeaways Mental Health in the Black Community Historically stigmatized; seen as weakness or negativity. Today, awareness is improving, but significant work remains. Customized Approach Dr. Jones does individualized analysis and treatment plans for athletes and business professionals. Rejects “cookie-cutter” solutions—tailors strategies to personal circumstances. The Shelving Method A mental organization system with four shelves: Immediate Shelf: Urgent tasks within 24 hours. Active Shelf: Important but less urgent tasks. Holding Shelf: Items to revisit later. Elimination Shelf: Thoughts/tasks to discard permanently. Helps clients focus on the present and avoid dwelling on past mistakes. Confidence & Setbacks Confidence can collapse after major losses or failures. Strategy: Remind clients of their greatness, review past successes, and rebuild momentum. Consistency and adaptability are key to sustaining success. Play 21 Wellness Academy Founded in memory of Ben Wilson, a top basketball player and Dr. Jones’ best friend. Mission: Support youth athletes, address issues like parent/teacher abuse, and provide mental health resources. Operates as both a nonprofit and for-profit entity. Broader Client Base Works with elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-level professionals. Mental clarity and emotional control are critical for success in any field. Health & Balance Encourages regular medical checkups, stress management, and work-life balance. Advocates for self-reward and stepping out of comfort zones while maintaining wellness. Upcoming Projects Book: Chi-Town Blueprints (personal story and mental resilience). Workbook on the Shelving Method for schools, universities, and professionals. Notable Quotes On Mental Health Stigma:“When people talked about mental health, the first thought was negative.” On Focus:“You can’t take the last play to the next play.” On Success:“Mental thinking is a huge part of success.” On Confidence:“Remind yourself of what got you to the point where you were winning.” On Consistency:“You’ve never seen a Brinks truck behind a funeral car—the graveyard is the richest place because people die with million-dollar dreams.” On Purpose:“Walk in your purpose. When you walk in your purpose, there’s no stopping you.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever hauled fitness equipment onto a plane just so you wouldn't miss a workout on vacation? This episode dives into that story, and if it sounds a little too relatable, you're not alone. If you're a high-achieving woman over 40, chances are you've felt like a single missed session is the beginning of the end. If life's curveballs – travel, injuries, family stuff, midlife hormone chaos – have ever left you feeling like you're wrecking your progress in the gym, this one's for you. You'll learn why rigid all-or-nothing thinking backfires, what "customizing" your training actually looks like in practice, and why the math on taking time off is way more forgiving than your brain wants you to believe. What you'll learn in this episode: Why high achievers are especially prone to this training trap — and how it shows up without you even noticing What percentage of the year two weeks off actually represents (the number might surprise you) The mindset shift that turns "I failed" into "I customized" How to handle the truly unpredictable stuff – injuries, emergencies, poor sleep – without spiraling into rigid all-or-nothing thinking Why training is a practice and an art, not a pass/fail test with one right answer Enjoyed this episode and want more?  If this episode resonates and you're ready to stop guessing in the gym, take the Strength Gap Quiz: https://stephgaudreau.com/quiz  Get the performance meal prep guide at https://go.stephgaudreau.com/mealprepguide Please share it with a friend and subscribe to Fuel Your Strength so you don't miss future episodes like this one.

Joe De Sena opens this Labor Day episode with a direct question: what does it actually look like to show up every day, year after year, with no days off?   Six-time Ironman World Champion Mark Allen, now 67, explains why consistency beats intensity at every age and how to stop competing with your younger self.   Olympic strength coach Dane Miller breaks down the ESSE framework for matching training to any goal and names the three lifts most athletes avoid because they are hard: front squat, pull-up, and snatch. Iron   Cowboy James Lawrence shares a pen-and-paper method for getting unstuck: write down everything in your head, cross out what you cannot control, and focus on what remains.   Navy SEAL Leif Babin explains why actual combat was harder than Hell Week and how extreme ownership turns failure into the foundation for resilience.   This episode delivers four direct perspectives on the same principle: daily work is the only strategy that compounds.   Things You Will Learn: Why consistency matters more than volume, speed, or intensity, especially after 40. The three resistance training movements that transfer to every sport and why most people avoid them. A pen-and-paper method for breaking through fear-based paralysis when you feel stuck. Tools & Frameworks Covered: ESSE Framework: Evaluate every training goal through four lenses: Endurance, Strength, Speed, Explosiveness. Adjust gym time based on which lens your sport or life demands most. Pen-and-Paper Reset: When stuck, write down every thought. Cross out what you cannot control. Focus only on what remains. Repeat daily. Accountability Anchor: Find one simple, daily accountability tool and use it to remove the decision of whether to train.   If this episode moved you, do not just listen. Do something about it. Sign up. Show up. Do the work. Spartan.com. No more excuses.   Chapters: 0:00 Intro - Joe De Sena on Labor Day and the people who do the work 1:55 Mark Allen - Consistency, accountability, and why it is the only variable that matters at 67 6:59 Dane Miller - The ESSE framework, cyclical fitness trends, and the three lifts that stand the test of time 13:43 James Lawrence - Entrepreneurship as Sisyphus, letting go of control, and the pen-and-paper method for getting unstuck 17:00 Leif Babin - Why combat was harder than Hell Week, extreme ownership, and hanging on a little longer 20:07 Closing - Barry Hearns on why the gift of labor is the gift of life   Mark Allen is a six-time Ironman World Champion and one of the most dominant endurance athletes in triathlon history. His 1989 battle with Dave Scott at Kona is considered the race that launched the modern era of Ironman. Now 67, Mark coaches triathletes and remains an active surfer, cyclist, and functional fitness practitioner in Santa Cruz, California.   Dane Miller is a master strength coach specializing in Olympic weightlifting and athletic performance. He has coached athletes to Olympic medals, world championships, and national titles across weightlifting, wrestling, and throwing events. He operates Garage Strength out of southeastern Pennsylvania and runs the Peak Strength training app.    James Lawrence, known as the Iron Cowboy, completed 50 Ironman-distance triathlons in 50 consecutive days across all 50 U.S. states, then followed it with 100 consecutive Ironmans during the Conquer 100 challenge. A bike crash on day 59 left him with multiple concussions and a cracked L5 vertebra. He spent three years in brain clinics rewiring neurological pathways before returning to competition. His latest book, Iron Hope, and the Emmy-nominated Conquer 100 documentary are both available now.    Leif Babin is a former Navy SEAL officer who led SEAL platoons in the Battle of Ramadi during some of the most intense urban combat of the Iraq War. He co-founded Echelon Front with Jocko Willink to bring battlefield leadership principles to business and civilian life. He also co-authored the bestseller Extreme Ownership.

The Boredom Trap: Why You Quit Right Before It Works I sat down with Robert Plank — longtime podcaster, host of Marketer of the Day, and a man with more than 1,600 episodes behind him — to talk about why podcasting still works as a growth strategy for thought leaders, and why most people abandon it right about the time it starts paying. I include myself in that indictment. We also got practical about using AI without surrendering your voice, and how a podcast quietly builds relationships, referrals, and opportunities that no ad campaign can buy.Robert's "Done For You Podcasting" Service: https://www.dfypodcast.com/ Timestamps 00:00 — I introduce Robert Plank and his podcasting mission 02:14 — Why podcasting is still the best place to start a platform 03:08 — Why interviews feel more alive than solo monologues 04:20 — The boredom trap, and why your audience is always behind you 05:47 — Consistency, routines, and showing up on schedule 08:08 — Changing tactics without abandoning your strategy 09:05 — Why AI-generated content so often feels fake 10:54 — What good AI-assisted filmmaking and writing can look like 12:09 — Human judgment, cleanup, and the "AI pass" 13:36 — Using AI drafts while protecting your own voice 14:37 — Why you still have to review the output 15:48 — What 1,600+ episodes actually teach you 16:16 — The structure that makes interviews easier and better 18:40 — The relationship value that lives outside the interview 19:22 — Using podcasting to land one client instead of chasing vanity metrics 20:49 — Pre-calls, post-calls, and deliberate follow-up 22:33 — Why podcast relationships turn into real opportunities 24:13 — Shallow interviews versus true connection 25:28 — Letting referrals happen instead of forcing the sale 26:26 — What to do if your last podcast attempt flopped 27:05 — Why podcasting is easier now than it's ever been 28:02 — Reconnecting with old contacts and preserving good conversations 30:03 — Why recording video is worth it even with a simple setup 31:41 — How video deepens relationships over time 32:28 — The discipline of actually listening to your guest 33:54 — Why good banter makes a show worth hearing 34:11 — Robert's done-for-you podcasting service 35:24 — What his team handles behind the scenes 36:09 — My closing endorsement of Robert Quote I keep coming back to "Failure is the opportunity to begin again more intelligently." — Henry Ford What I'd do with this Treat your podcast as a relationship-building tool, not a broadcast channel. Hold your core strategy steady long enough to actually see results. If you use AI, review and refine it until it sounds like a human wrote it — because one should have. Build a simple interview structure so your guest relaxes and the conversation stays on the rails. Follow up after the episode. The real value usually shows up after you stop recording. Repurpose every recording into video, audio, clips, and posts. One conversation, many assets. Reach back out to people you've lost touch with. A podcast is a great excuse to revive a relationship worth having.

In Part 7 of our Back to Basics series, we explore proactive regulation as the long-term approach to healing anxiety and depression through a nervous system lens. Building on our previous discussion of reactive tools, this episode examines how to address the root causes of your symptoms.3 Takeaways:Proactive regulation is about root causes, not symptom chasing. It's the long game of building a sustainable, regulation-supportive life.The most effective healing path is personal. Your next step depends on what's in your bucket and what feels doable now.Consistency beats overhaul. Small, well-supported changes (especially with guidance) create the biggest long-term impact.CLICK HERE for the full show notes, resources, and 3 tangible takeaways!—Ps. This is a re-run of this series.  It originally aired in February 2025, and is still the series I hear back about the most. Since there's been a wave of new listeners joining lately, I wanted to bring it back around.And for those of you who were here the first time, I invite you to listen again through the lens of where you are right now, it's likely shifted over the last year and a half, and just see what lands differently.Looking for more personalized support? 1:1 Coaching (RESTORE):  Learn more or book a free discovery call (HSA/FSA eligible & includes comprehensive bloodwork)Regulated Living Membership:  A mental health membership and nervous system healing space (sliding scale pricing available). Join here.Order my book: Healing Through the Vagus Nerve*Want me to talk about something specific on the podcast? Let me know HERE.—Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Website: https://www.regulatedliving.com/podcastEmail: amanda@regulatedliving.comInstagram: @amandaontheriseTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaontherise

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Kurt Jones. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aims to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness, particularly in the Black community, elite sports, and entrepreneurial spaces. It focuses on mental resilience, confidence building, and strategies for handling stress and setbacks, while introducing Dr. Jones’ methodology and his mission through Play 21 Wellness Academy. Key Takeaways Mental Health in the Black Community Historically stigmatized; seen as weakness or negativity. Today, awareness is improving, but significant work remains. Customized Approach Dr. Jones does individualized analysis and treatment plans for athletes and business professionals. Rejects “cookie-cutter” solutions—tailors strategies to personal circumstances. The Shelving Method A mental organization system with four shelves: Immediate Shelf: Urgent tasks within 24 hours. Active Shelf: Important but less urgent tasks. Holding Shelf: Items to revisit later. Elimination Shelf: Thoughts/tasks to discard permanently. Helps clients focus on the present and avoid dwelling on past mistakes. Confidence & Setbacks Confidence can collapse after major losses or failures. Strategy: Remind clients of their greatness, review past successes, and rebuild momentum. Consistency and adaptability are key to sustaining success. Play 21 Wellness Academy Founded in memory of Ben Wilson, a top basketball player and Dr. Jones’ best friend. Mission: Support youth athletes, address issues like parent/teacher abuse, and provide mental health resources. Operates as both a nonprofit and for-profit entity. Broader Client Base Works with elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-level professionals. Mental clarity and emotional control are critical for success in any field. Health & Balance Encourages regular medical checkups, stress management, and work-life balance. Advocates for self-reward and stepping out of comfort zones while maintaining wellness. Upcoming Projects Book: Chi-Town Blueprints (personal story and mental resilience). Workbook on the Shelving Method for schools, universities, and professionals. Notable Quotes On Mental Health Stigma:“When people talked about mental health, the first thought was negative.” On Focus:“You can’t take the last play to the next play.” On Success:“Mental thinking is a huge part of success.” On Confidence:“Remind yourself of what got you to the point where you were winning.” On Consistency:“You’ve never seen a Brinks truck behind a funeral car—the graveyard is the richest place because people die with million-dollar dreams.” On Purpose:“Walk in your purpose. When you walk in your purpose, there’s no stopping you.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Separates High School College And Professional Baseball Players? Consistency.  How do you get consistency? Focus. One. Play. At. A. Time.

Book Alan's Business Breakthrough Session. Your first 30-minute coaching call is FREE. Learn how to prioritize success and let your quality of life become the byproduct. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-sessionFitness is forever, it's a lifestyle. Get jacked and join the Next Level Fitness Accountability Group. This group is invite-only. Reach out to Kevin or Alan on Instagram:Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/_______________________Real self-improvement is not a breakthrough moment. It is a standard you live by every day. In today's episode, Kevin and Alan scrutinise why personal development can feel ineffective when the results are slow, subtle, and difficult to measure. Drawing from their own decade of rebuilding habits, health, finances, relationships, and self-belief, they explain why one book, workout, or productive day will not transform your life, but repeated standards can.They also address the misconception that successful people simply “figured it out,” the internet's distorted view of progress, and the invisible skills that separate short-term effort from long-term growth. This conversation offers a grounded look at consistency, identity, self-awareness, and the daily choices that gradually build stronger capability, confidence, and personal responsibility._______________________NLU is more than a podcast. From the Next Level Dreamliner to Group Coaching, we provide tools and communities to help you grow with more clarity, consistency, and accountability.Visit our website and socials through the links below.

What does it take to go from working as a candy store cashier to becoming a global CEO? In this episode, Christina Lecuyer sits down with Steve Felder, a seasoned business leader who has lived in seven countries and led organizations across 23 markets in industries including shipping, logistics, and cybersecurity. Steve shares the unexpected twists that shaped his career and the lessons he's learned about the power of relationships, staying adaptable, and remaining open to opportunities. Now redefining success through entrepreneurship, travel, and personal well-being, Steve opens up about building a life on his own terms—including his popular “One Week, One City” LinkedIn travel series. This is a conversation about taking chances, staying curious, and creating a definition of success that evolves with you. About Steve Felder Steve Felder is a global executive, board advisor, investor, and former multinational CEO with 25+ years of leadership experience across North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Having lived and worked in seven countries and led businesses across 23 markets, Steve specializes in growth, transformation, international expansion, and building high-performing organizations. Most recently, he served as President of ZIM Canada, following 17 years with Maersk in senior leadership roles across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Today, Steve advises companies, boards, and investors across industries including cybersecurity, AI, aviation, sustainability, logistics technology, and M&A. He holds an MBA from the University of South Africa and completed executive education at INSEAD. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a comment on iTunes CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   What's the one premier event that brings the global attractions industry together? IAAPA Expo 2026, happening in Orlando, Florida, November 16th - 20th. It's where more than forty-thousand professionals come to share the wonder, explore over a thousand innovative exhibitors, and discover future-focused solutions. From education to networking to ideas that drive real business impact, IAAPA Expo is where what's next takes shape.   Register now and save up to 30% at IAAPA.org/IAAPAExpo. Guest experience is often introduced during orientation, reinforced through a training session, and documented somewhere in an SOP or handbook. The challenge is what happens after that. If the standard is not consistently reinforced, coached, recognized, and refreshed, it can quickly become disconnected from daily operations. Building guest experience into an operating system creates a continuous cycle that keeps the standard active while allowing it to evolve as the organization improves. In this minisode, Matt and Josh talk about treating guest experience as an operating system that lives within the daily rhythm of the organization. Guest experience should live in the operation “Guest experience is not simply a standard, not simply a training initiative, and it certainly is not a one-time event.” A guest experience standard provides an important foundation, but the standard needs a system around it to remain relevant. That begins before or on an employee's first day and continues throughout their entire experience with the organization. Rather than treating guest experience as a standalone initiative or department, it becomes part of how employees are selected, trained, coached, recognized, and developed. The standard must translate to the job “They're both personalizing the experience, but they're being done in a very different way.” A consistent guest experience does not mean every employee delivers it identically. Personalization at admissions might include learning and using a guest's name, while a ride operator may have only seconds to notice a shirt, team logo, or other conversation starter. The same standard can look different across roles while remaining anchored to the same expectation. On-the-job training creates the bridge between understanding the standard and knowing how to demonstrate it within a specific position. Reinforcement keeps the standard alive “Are they seen as micro training sessions?” Guest experience cannot rely on everything being taught during orientation. Daily shift meetings, one-on-one conversations, and spot coaching create opportunities for continuous reinforcement. Instead of using every pre-shift meeting exclusively for operational updates, leaders can ask about recent wow moments, guest complaints, or feedback employees have heard. Those conversations turn everyday experiences into training content and continually reconnect the team to the standards they learned on day one. Recognition strengthens the system “You must prioritize recognition over reward.” When employees demonstrate the guest experience standard, recognizing the behavior helps reinforce what the organization wants repeated. Recognition does not need to be transactional or dependent on prizes and gift cards. Genuine appreciation can show employees that leaders notice how the standard is being delivered. Combined with coaching and reinforcement, recognition helps move guest experience beyond a training initiative and into the everyday culture of the organization. Your operating system needs updates “It literally is refreshing the operating system.” Standards should evolve as the organization improves. A handbook that accurately described exceptional service two years ago may no longer represent what the team is capable of delivering today. Periodically reviewing and raising the standard creates a cycle of continuous improvement. Day one leads to on-the-job training, reinforcement and recognition, followed by refreshing the standard and beginning the cycle again. Each pass through the cycle creates greater alignment and momentum. Consistency does not require scripting “The message was consistent, but the delivery was very personal.” A strong operating system creates consistency without eliminating personality. Team members across different departments can deliver the same underlying standard in ways that fit their roles and interactions. A parting pleasantry, for example, may sound different at a ride exit than at the park exit, but both reinforce the same expectation. Guests experience a cohesive standard even when every interaction feels natural and personal.   Guest experience already exists in every organization. The opportunity is to become more intentional about how it operates every day and how it continues to improve. How are you building guest experience into your daily operating rhythm? Find AttractionPros on social media or email attractionpros@gmail.com to share what is working in your organization. To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

You know you're supposed to show up. You know the producers you want are watching. But every time you sit down to post, one of two things happens. Either it comes out sounding like a corporate mission statement nobody feels, or you freeze up, stare at the screen, and decide you've got nothing worth saying. Here's what I want you to walk away with today. The producers you want are already watching you online, and they're deciding whether you're a leader worth following. The goal on social is to show up consistently and cast a future they want to be part of, in a voice that sounds like you and not a press release. I'll give you five moves to do that without sounding stiff and without ever running out of things to say. Episode Breakdown [00:01:20] The Mistake That's Keeping Your Content From Recruiting Most leaders post to the wrong audience. They talk to consumers and to agents, the people they sell to, and then they wonder why no producers ever reach out. If everything on your page is about rates, market updates, and closings, a loan officer scrolling by sees nothing that speaks to them. The people you're trying to recruit aren't your customers. They don't care about your rate specials, they care about where you're going, what it's like to be led by you, and whether they'd grow by being on your team. The day I stopped posting like a producer and started posting like a leader, everything changed. [00:02:24] Move 1: See Yourself as a Media Company First Most leaders think of themselves as a mortgage pro who happens to post online now and then. Flip that completely. You're a media company that happens to do mortgages. The moment I started seeing the world through that lens, content stopped feeling like a chore I had to squeeze in and started becoming the business itself. Attention is what earns you the conversation, and content is how you get attention. It isn't a side project, it's the top of your entire recruiting funnel. [00:03:00] Move 2: Lead With You, Not the Platform The leader is the product, the company is not. Every company out there offers basically the same platform, the same comp structure, the same licensing reach. It's a sea of sameness, and sameness never moves anybody. The one thing that sets you apart is you, your value stack, your coaching track record, your vision for the culture. So your content should lead with what you bring, not what your company offers. Producers can get the company anywhere. They can only get you from you. [00:03:40] Move 3: Lead With Team Vision There are three altitudes of vision. Me vision is what you get. Corporate vision is what the company gets. Team vision is what a producer gets by being part of what you're building. Corporate vision is what makes you sound like a press release nobody feels. Team vision, the specific future they get to be part of, is the one that moves people. So when you cast vision on social, cast it at that altitude, the one that answers the only question they're asking, which is what's in it for me. [00:04:15] Move 4: Use Social ID So You Never Run Dry Leaders constantly tell me they have nothing to post, and then they turn around and lead all day long. The framework I coach is Social ID. ID stands for identify and document. Identify what you're already doing as a leader and document it. The one-on-one you just had, the problem you solved this morning, the recruiting conversation that taught you something. You're not inventing content out of thin air and you're not performing, you're just capturing the leadership you're already living. Do that, and you'll never run out of material again. [00:04:55] Move 5: Move From Transactional to Transformational Most producer content is transactional. Closings, numbers, rate updates. It says look what I did. Transformational content says here's what I believe, here's where we're going, here's what I'm learning as a leader. That's the content that builds connection instead of just racking up views. And then you keep showing up, because visibility precedes relevancy. The producers you want will often watch you quietly for months before they ever say a word. Those likes today aren't the point. You're posting for the recruit who's watching right now and hasn't said a word yet. [00:05:42] Why It Works Producers decide who to follow based on who they want to become, and a corporate mission statement gives them nothing to reach for. A clear vision led by a real leader, told through real moments, gives them a future they can see themselves inside. Social ID works because authenticity beats polish every time, and the truest, most magnetic content you have is the leadership you're already doing every single day. Consistency works because trust isn't built in one viral post, it's built over months. The leader who shows up week after week becomes familiar, and over time that familiarity turns into trust, and trust is what finally makes a producer reach out. Winning the algorithm was never the point. The point is being the leader who's already in their feed, showing up with value long before they ever need to make a move. [00:06:53] Your Small Win Tonight Think back over the last two days of leading and write down one moment worth documenting, a conversation, a decision, a problem you solved, something you learned. That one moment is a post, and finding it is your win, because it proves you'll never run out of things to say. [00:07:14] Three Bigger Moves This Week Rewrite your next post so it speaks to a producer you want to recruit instead of a customer you want to close, so your content finally starts attracting the right people. Make one post that leads with your vision and your value as a leader, not your company's platform, so you stand out in that sea of sameness. Then commit to a simple posting rhythm you can hold, because consistency is what turns your page into a recruiting engine, and it teaches your whole team that showing up is a discipline, not a mood. Key Takeaways The producers you want are already watching you online, deciding whether you're a leader worth following. Most leaders post to the people they close, not the people they want to lead. Stop posting like a producer and start posting like a leader. You're not a mortgage pro who posts now and then. You're a media company that happens to do mortgages. The leader is the product, the company is not. Producers can get the company anywhere, they can only get you from you. Cast team vision, the future a producer gets by joining you. Corporate vision is the press release nobody feels. Social ID means identify and document. Capture the leadership you're already living and you'll never run out of material. Visibility precedes relevancy. You're posting for the recruit watching quietly right now who hasn't said a word yet. If you want help turning your social presence into a vision that recruits, reach out. Visit bookrichardnow.com and grab time on my calendar, and I'd be glad to think it through with you. And if you'd rather build this kind of thing in real time, I host a biweekly working lunch where we do exactly that together. The next one's Friday, September 11th at 12:00 PM Eastern. You can add it, plus all of our other 4C live events, straight to your calendar here: http://cal.ae/suuaiiw

Elizabeth Prisbrey reveals how authenticity, consistency, YouTube education, healthy boundaries, and accountability helped her rebuild a thriving Cedar City business while earning client trust, protecting family life, and creating sustainable success on her own terms.See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-a-powerful-real-estate-business-that-fits-your-life-with-elizabeth-prisbrey/(00:00) - Introduction to Elizabeth Prisbrey and the Southern Utah Housing Market(05:00) - Starting Over in Cedar City and Rebuilding a Real Estate Career(10:00) - Using YouTube to Build Trust With Relocation Buyers(15:00) - Getting Comfortable on Camera and Creating Authentic Content(20:00) - Consistency, Community Visibility, and Building a Lasting Client Base(25:00) - Realtor Leadership, Industry Relationships, and Professional Growth(30:00) - Choosing the Right Clients, Protecting Balance, and Taking Accountability(34:51) - Where to Find Elizabeth Prisbrey and Closing ThoughtsContact Elizabeth Prisbreyhttps://elizabethprisbrey.buyutahrealestate.com/https://www.facebook.com/elizabethprisbreyrealtorhttps://www.instagram.com/elizabethprisbrey_realtor/https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-prisbrey-realtor%C2%AE-14581a132/Elizabeth Prisbrey's journey is a reminder that success doesn't have to come from copying someone else's blueprint. Know your strengths, serve people honestly, keep showing up, protect the life you're working so hard to build, and focus your energy on the things you can actually control. When your business begins supporting your values instead of competing with them, success becomes something you can sustain and enjoy. For more conversations about building wealth while building a better life, visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor's Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

Consistency has never come easily to me. I'm a scattered creative, I have ADHD, and I have struggled with routines and habits for pretty much my whole life. For years I assumed that meant something was wrong with me, and I felt like it was my fault that I couldn't stay consistent with anything. But this week's guest, Monica Packer, has changed how I feel about habit-building. Monica hosts the podcast About Progress, she recently wrote the book Sticky Habits, and she's one of my best friends in real life. She has spent a decade teaching women to build habits in a way that is compassionate and realistic for busy moms. She gave me a new definition of consistency in this conversation, and it is the first one that has ever made habit-building feel possible for someone like me. In this episode, you'll learn:

What if the most important training you'll ever do happens nowhere near a barbell?Annie Thorisdottir and her co-writer Christine Bald join Patrick to discuss their new book, Iceland Annie: The Evolution of a CrossFit Games Legend — five years in the making and built on a prologue Christine wrote before Annie ever agreed to write it.You'll hear why Annie believes character is trained the same way fitness is: in private, repeatedly, often without immediate reward. And you'll hear Christine on the discipline required to prepare for moments you can't anticipate. Together, they make the case that what most people see on the podium is the smallest part of what it took to get there.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Bisa Lewis.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Bisa Lewis.

Emma breaks down why most people don't actually struggle with consistency - they struggle with trying to follow a "perfect" plan every day. She introduces a simple but powerful framework: the minimum effective dose, a fallback range for your habits steps, workouts, protein, etc.) that keeps you moving toward your goals even during chaotic weeks. Instead of an all-or-nothing gold standard, you'll learn to build a realistic range so you never feel like you're “starting over."The REBUILD presale list Apply for coaching HAPI supplements (Final Sale: up to 70% off!)Join the Monthly Membership Submit a question for the podcast The EmPowered Community free Facebook group Follow Emma on InstagramFollow Emma on Facebook

For over 30 years, Jim Kwik has coached Hollywood, professional athletes, political leaders, and Harvard University on how to learn faster and think sharper — and in this episode, he tackles the question sitting underneath so much of modern life: what happens to your mind muscle when every cognitive task gets handed off to ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini? The good news: your brain, like your muscles, adapts to the demands placed upon it at any age or stage. Jim explains why frustration and failure aren't obstacles to brain training, shares his personal top ten list of brain-building habits, ranging from racket sports to language learning and volunteering.  He also delves into an MIT study examining the impact of ChatGPT and introduces his own framework for using AI as a genuine cognitive partner, rather than a replacement for human brain power.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Bisa Lewis.

What does it really take to pursue a God-given dream? In this five-year reflection on The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach look back at the early days of zero plays, small events, missed targets, long mornings, and years of consistency. This is not a victory lap. It is an encouragement for Christian men who know there is something in their heart from God, but feel discouraged because the fruit has not shown up yet.This episode unpacks three lessons from five years of building: develop an inevitable mentality, understand that vision matures as you do, and commit to consistency even when it takes longer than you thought. Nick and Garrett talk about the difference between belief and expectation, how faith fuels resilience, and why God often reveals more of the vision only as you keep walking. Biblical masculinity is not built on hype, convenience, or emotional surges. It is built through obedience, endurance, discipline, and a willingness to stay faithful when nobody is clapping.If you are pursuing purpose, building something meaningful, or wondering whether what God put in you is worth continuing, this episode will challenge you to keep going. The fruit of faithfulness often comes from seeds planted years earlier. A man following Jesus cannot measure his calling only by early results, public recognition, or visible momentum. He must decide what God put him on the earth to do, pay the price of consistency, and trust that the dream will grow as he does.Get With NuWave Home Lenders By Clicking HereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

When we think about wealth, it's easy to focus on the numbers. A savings goal. A net worth milestone. A retirement account balance. A debt payoff target. Those things absolutely matter. But lately, I've been thinking about something bigger. What is all of this for? Because the more I've reflected on the next chapter of my life, the more I've realized that the wealth I'm building has very little to do with impressing other people, and everything to do with creating a life that feels meaningful to me. A life filled with travel. Meaningful experiences. Time freedom. Purposeful work. Rental properties in places I genuinely love. And hopefully, a legacy that extends beyond me. In this episode, I'm sharing the vision I'm working toward, why I believe it's important to dream beyond financial milestones, and how having a clear vision for your future can make today's financial decisions feel much more meaningful. Because your money isn't just helping you reach goals. It's helping you build a life.   In this episode, we discuss: Why financial goals should support a bigger life vision How travel changed the way I define wealth and success Why experiences continue to shape my financial priorities My long-term vision for building a rental property portfolio The dream of owning homes in places that bring us joy Why multiple income streams fit into my long-term financial plan How financial freedom creates more options, not just more money Why you don't need every answer before you start pursuing a dream The importance of building wealth that aligns with your values How creating a clear vision makes everyday financial decisions easier   This episode is especially helpful if you: Have financial goals but haven't thought about the life they're supporting Want to build wealth with more intention and purpose Dream about traveling more or creating additional income streams Feel ready to think beyond budgeting and into long-term lifestyle design Want your money to reflect your personal values instead of someone else's expectations Need encouragement to dream bigger about your future   Why this matters: Financial goals are important, but they're only part of the picture. The numbers themselves aren't the destination. They're the vehicle that helps you create more freedom, more flexibility, and more opportunities to spend your time in ways that matter to you. When you have a clear vision for the life you're building, your financial decisions become more intentional because they have a purpose behind them. Saving becomes easier because you know what you're saving for. Investing becomes more meaningful because you're investing in the future you want to create. And budgeting becomes less about restriction and more about making sure your money reflects what matters most. Because wealth isn't just measured by what you own. It's also measured by the life you're able to create because of it.   Timestamps: [02:35] Over the last few years, Raya has spent a lot of time thinking about what she's working so hard for. What's her bigger picture? [04:17] Building a portfolio of rental properties is a dream for Raya and her fiancé. She already has experience with this, but plans to take it to the next level. [08:32] Having time freedom, location freedom, and options is what drives Raya to build wealth for her life. [11:16] Raya shares how her dad would hype her up and her mom would allow her to stay hyped up. They shaped Raya's belief system.   Resources Mentioned: Request a free money call with Raya City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program If there's one thing I hope you take away from this episode, it's this: Don't just build financial goals. Build a vision. Give yourself permission to think beyond your next savings milestone or debt payoff target and ask yourself what kind of life you're actually working toward. What experiences do you want to have? Where do you want to spend your time? Who do you want to share your life with? Because once you have a vision that's rooted in your values, your financial decisions begin to feel more connected and intentional. You don't need every detail figured out before you begin. You don't need the entire roadmap. You simply need a direction that's meaningful enough to keep taking the next step. Money isn't just meant to be managed well…it's meant to support a life you're excited to live. You are not behind, you are building. Consistency compounds. The steady work you're doing now is shaping your next level.

What actually makes someone sought after? In this episode, I sit down with wedding photographer, educator, coach, and host of the All Angles Podcast, Claire Hunt. Claire went from working as a pediatric trauma nurse to building a six-figure photography business, eventually booking $10K–$15K weddings and coaching hundreds of photographers and videographers along the way. But this conversation isn't really about how quickly she grew. It's about what she did to become someone people already wanted before they ever submitted an inquiry. We talk about building a personal brand, consistently showing up in your marketing, and creating messaging that connects what you do with what your ideal clients actually want. Then we go deep into one of my favorite parts of the conversation: the inquiry-to-booking process. Claire walks through how she responds to inquiries, why she loves discovery calls, how she keeps those conversations relational instead of transactional, and how she uses the "yes ladder" to help couples confidently move toward a decision without making the conversation feel pushy or salesy. We also talk about what happens when all of this starts working together: better clients, higher bookings, more confidence, stronger work, and the momentum that eventually allows you to become truly sought after in your market. If you feel like your work is good but you're still competing on price, packages, and deliverables, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk about: Claire's journey from pediatric trauma nurse to six-figure photographer What actually makes someone "sought after" Why your personal brand matters just as much as your portfolio Showing up consistently even when your audience is small Desire-based messaging and selling through emotion Warming up potential clients before they ever inquire Why sending every piece of pricing information immediately can work against you Turning the inquiry process from transactional to relational How Claire structures discovery calls Asking better questions instead of pitching yourself Building the "yes ladder" throughout a sales conversation How to handle a lead who is already ready to book Why relationship-focused sales can lead to higher bookings Building momentum with better clients, better work, and better pricing Claire's Website: http://education.clairehunt.co Find Claire: https://www.instagram.com/itsclairehunt  Freebie: https://freebie.clairehunt.co/hook-inquiries  Discovery Call Script: https://products.clairehunt.co/discovery-call-script 

BOOK YOUR FREE 1:1 BRAND CLARITY CALLYOUR NEW BRANDRepurpose Ai: Streamline your content creation and repurpose effortlessly with ⁠Repurpose Ai⁠.Later Content Scheduling: Simplify your social media strategy with ⁠Later⁠.Flodesk: Elevate your email marketing with Flodesk – get 50% off your first year using ⁠this link⁠.Other Resources:Submit a question to be featured on the podcast and receive live coaching! Send a voice note or fill out the⁠ question form⁠.Where To Find Us:Instagram:⁠ @sigma.wmn⁠TikTok:⁠ @sigma.wmn⁠Newsletter:⁠ Subscribe here⁠Threads:⁠ @sigma.wmn⁠Most women business owners do not realise how much they are compensating for a brand that is not doing its job. When your messaging is unclear, your positioning is vague, or your branding does not reflect the true calibre of your work, you end up carrying that weight yourself through more content, more explaining and more convincing.In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of a brand that does not properly communicate your value, and why you may be working significantly harder than you need to. A strategic brand should not simply look good. It should help potential clients understand who you are, recognise the value of your work and begin building trust in your business before you ever enter a sales conversation.This episode is for women business owners who are ready to experience what it feels like when their brand starts supporting their growth rather than becoming another thing they have to manage. We look at what changes when your positioning becomes clearer, your value becomes easier to recognise, and your brand starts doing some of the trust-building work for you.Tune in to hear:The hidden cost of a brand that does not reflect the true value of your work.Why you may be working harder when your brand should be working for you.How unclear messaging and positioning create more work across your marketing and sales.What changes when your brand starts creating trust before the sales conversation.Find the Complete Show Notes Here → ⁠https://sigmawmn.com/podcast⁠In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why an unclear brand can lead to more content, explaining and convincing.How strategic branding can reduce friction throughout the client journey.Why your brand should communicate your value before someone speaks to you.How stronger positioning helps aligned clients understand what makes your business different.What it feels like to have a brand that actively supports your visibility, authority and sales.Themes & Time Stamps:0:00 — Intro: the relief of not carrying your brand alone0:45 — Your brand should feel like an ecosystem, not a personal scrapbook1:53 — Case study: a client determined to beat her competitor2:18 — DIY branding vs. professional branding, side by side3:30 — Why consistency and posting frequency matter4:06 — Is it self-sabotage? Addicted to the struggle4:46 — Missed stockists, misaligned leads, and a plateaued business5:20 — Why new products or sales tactics won't fix a broken brand6:06 — How professional branding saves time and builds confidence6:54 — Consistency: the biggest hurdle for most clients7:23 — The unconscious shame of DIY branding7:43 — Time to leave "scrappy" behind8:24 — Book a free brand clarity call

How do you get out of your comfort zone when comfort has become part of your everyday life? In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores how to get out of your comfort zone, embrace discomfort, and develop the mindset required for personal growth and continuous improvement.Modern convenience has made many parts of life easier, but too much comfort can also create complacency, stagnation, and resistance to change. Michael explains why becoming comfortable with discomfort can build resilience, strengthen your mindset, and help you take action toward the future you want.You'll learn why awareness is the first step to changing your habits, how consistency helps you become stronger through challenges, and why time management and proactive effort are essential for personal development.Michael also explores the difference between simply maintaining your current life and intentionally creating progress. If you're feeling stuck, comfortable, or uncertain about your next step, this episode will challenge you to leave your comfort zone and start taking meaningful action.Growth rarely happens where everything feels comfortable. Sometimes the discomfort you're avoiding is the growth you've been looking for. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN How to get out of your comfort zone  Why comfort can prevent personal growth  How embracing discomfort builds resilience  Why complacency can lead to stagnation  How consistency makes discomfort easier to handle  Why time management matters for personal growth  How to turn dreams into action  Why continuous improvement requires effort  How to develop a proactive mindset  How preparation and action can create a better future KEY TAKEAWAYS✅ Comfort can become a barrier to personal growth.✅ Awareness is necessary before meaningful change can happen.✅ Embracing discomfort builds resilience.✅ Consistency makes challenging situations easier to handle.✅ Complacency can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities.✅ Time is one of your most valuable resources.✅ Taking action turns ideas and dreams into progress.✅ Continuous improvement requires intentional effort.✅ Preparation helps you respond better to future challenges.✅ Growth requires you to challenge yourself beyond what feels comfortable.RESOURCESRead the Full Blog: https://www.revenconcepts.com/cost-of-staying-comfortable/EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN|Website - https://revenconcepts.com/Podcast Library - https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/If this episode challenged you to rethink your comfort zone, follow and download Coaching In Session so you never miss a new episode. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to take action, embrace discomfort, and continue growing.Send us a MessageSupport the showWebsite: www.Revenconcepts.comEmail: Coachinginsession@gmail.comYoutube: @RevenconceptsDon't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with others who would benefit from it!

Why the Word “Consistent” Triggers Defensiveness Well, hey there. Welcome back. Boy, you sure are consistent! Well, I just jump right into that, don’t I? Let’s talk about that. Let’s talk about being consistent and consistency, because that’s one of those words you hear and you’re like… what? It’s certainly something that naturally affects and engages your defense mechanisms, because if someone says, “You need to be consistent,” they haven’t even told you whether you are or not, and now you immediately feel like you’re under attack. “Well, I’m… I’m consist- what am I not consistent in?” Or even if they’re teaching you a new skill or this is part of your onboarding, and they say, “Okay, and so you’re going to do this, and you need to do this consistently.” “Well, oh, okay, because I was going to immediately default to doing it haphazardly and randomly.” It’s one of those words that really is overused because it sounds important. In fact, I’ll tell you, I’ll go as far as to tell you that there are a lot of dating profiles that use this as as part of their filter, and it says, you know, “How do you win my heart? How do, you know, what’s impressive to me? Be consistent.” What? What? Who are you? Hello? The Built-in Consistency vs. Action So, there really are two parts of this, isn’t there? There really are two parts. The first part is just taking this at face value and not assigning it to any other action. Being consistent means you did that thing again. You’ll continue to do that thing over and over again. You do it on a regular basis. You do it on a predictable schedule. Well, that sounds as neutral as monsters and unicorns, doesn’t it? “I’m consistently going to drink and drive. I’m consistently going to be late. I’m consistently going to forget my homework, be rude to clients, and, um, forget the shower.” So what they really mean is for you to do that thing they like, that thing they value, consistently. The problem is they don’t tell you those things they like and those things they value. Now, getting back to the job interview or the onboarding, yes, that’s where they tell you, “Hey, you should do this thing.” And then that’s where they say, “Do it consistently.” But again, the word sort of loses meaning because we’re talking about your persona. Your default persona is to do the things you’re asked on a regular basis, on a predictable, measurable intensity that’s equal to or greater than what people need and want. Repetition: The Real Secret (but you knew that if you read BeCAUSE!) So, what do you do? Because it sounds like it’s a skill that’s, well, not a skill, right? “I’m going to learn consistency.” Well, consistency with what? “Consistency with all the good things. And I’m going to learn the opposite of consistency with all the bad things.” Wait a minute! Hold the phone. Now we’re back in monsters and unicorns territory. In fact, we’re even before the monsters and unicorns. We’re in the territory of repetition. So at risk of repeating myself—get it?—let me talk about repetition, which we have a number of times, and if you’ve read Because, you know that that’s really… well, the secret is repetition with everything. It’s how you get really good at good stuff, and it’s how you get really bad at bad stuff. So what they’re asking you when they say “be consistent” is: utilize the magic of repetition for the things that I want you to do. But here’s the problem with that: if they want you to do a thing that’s either not in your wheelhouse, something you don’t feel comfortable about doing, or simply not something that’s in your skill set that you want to do, repeating that is not going to happen, because you don’t like it. Now, this is the part where I say, “Well, you can engage a monster or unicorn to get you to do these things,” because that is how they work. But again, being consistent in a thing that isn’t your thing is a waste of your time and energy. Do you see how the more we examine this word, the more it kind of falls apart and it’s just annoying? I’m sorry, it just is. The word consistency and being consistent is… is just become such an annoying buzzword that it has very little meaning. And I’d submit to you that if you push back on the person that says it to you, they’ll say, “Well, I… well, wait.” They will have a little bit of a meltdown and they will struggle to tell you what they’re saying, and then they’ll completely reframe it in a way that isn’t consistent. We’re having fun, aren’t we? How can I be more consistent? So what can you do when you encounter this in the wild? Well, you can take the step back and see it for what it is. If someone just says “be consistent,” you need to question what it is they’re talking about. If it’s something you are expected to do, you can sort of look inwardly and say, “Can I do that on a regular basis that’s predictable and of high quality?” Yes? Okay, sure, great. I’ll be consistent with that. But there is also the part of you that says, “Well, why is my ability to be consistent even being challenged?” Because that’s an overarching attribute. Now, you may go years and even decades without anyone even telling you to be consistent. Consistency may not even be brought up at all in your job, your career, your relationship, anything. It just may not come up, and you’re very fortunate. But I think for some people, it… it does come up, especially in new relationships. And a new relationship, whether it is personal or work or client-related, you will see consistency come up. You’ll say, “It’s what separates us from the other guys. We’re consistent. We’ll be there. We do something the same way over and over again, and you can depend on us.” And dependability is a big, powerful magic word in all relationships, isn’t it? If there’s someone who does your plumbing and they’re dependable, that’s going to rank very highly in your matrix of saying, “Am I going to keep that person on? Am I going to call them again?” In the creative realm, that is something that comes into question a lot. A lot of times creativity has pretty high ups and downs. People may do something really am- they’ll create something amazing, but they don’t do it consistently, right? They may come out with some sort of art piece or what have you and say, “That was really cool,” but like a lot of their other stuff is garbage, like, “I don’t like their stuff. Once in a while, they… they make something great. I don’t know what they’re thinking with this other stuff they make.” Or with music, you know, you buy an album in the olden days and you got one song. You had to pay for the whole album just to get one song out of it. I think consistency is something we struggle with with our kids. When you have young kids, and especially teenagers, getting them to be consistent is hit-or-miss. And you’ll note as part of their personality, they may be someone who’s just consistent. You may have multiple kids, and there’s that one kid who sometimes gives you a hard time and a lot of friction, but when they do it, they do it really well. You can always depend on them. So, when you’re on the receiving end, recognize it for what it is and help yourself to define it above and beyond the way they are defining it. If it’s as an output from you, if you’re saying it to other people, then again, make sure that you are connecting consistency with the thing, the action. And from a personability and likability standpoint, questioning someone’s consistency when they haven’t demonstrated that they don’t have it may not go over very well, so treat it lightly. I hope that makes sense. I hope you enjoyed this, and I will talk to you later.

In this episode of Just So You Know, Jamie and Justina sit down with Nemanja Golubovic, founder and CEO of Kale My Name, to talk about what it really means to use your platform for purpose.This conversation goes deeper than surface level takes. From building one of Chicago's most recognized vegan restaurants to becoming a bold and unapologetic voice for animal advocacy online, Nemanja opens up about balancing business, activism, authenticity, and social media growth in today's digital world.We get into:• Building an ethical business without compromising your values• Using social media as a tool for activism and impact• Why authenticity is the key to growth online• The challenges of being outspoken as a business owner• Balancing profitability with purpose• How veganism transformed Nemanja's life and mindset• Dealing with criticism, trolls, and public backlash• Why storytelling creates stronger connection than marketing• Growing a brand through vulnerability and honesty• What it means to be a true multi-hyphenate entrepreneurThis isn't just about social media or running a restaurant. It's about courage, conviction, and choosing to build something that reflects exactly who you are.If you've ever wondered how to turn your voice into impact… build with integrity… or use your platform for something bigger than yourself,this episode is for you.⸻IF THIS EPISODE RESONATED

What does becoming a master-level coach actually involve, and is the gap between where you are today and coaching mastery as large as it can sometimes feel? In this episode, we explore the journey towards master-level coaching and why accreditation is about far more than accumulating coaching hours. Whether you are an experienced coach considering your next accreditation or at the beginning of your coaching journey, understanding the pathway early can help you make intentional decisions about your professional development. We explore three important areas that contribute to coaching mastery: professional maturity, reflective practice and contribution to the profession. Contribution can take many forms, including volunteering with professional bodies, sharing learning, publishing, research, supervision, participating in professional groups or creating resources that help other coaches. The important distinction is that genuine contribution extends beyond promoting our individual coaching businesses and demonstrates an ongoing commitment to strengthening the wider profession. Professional maturity is also about far more than time served. Different accrediting bodies have different requirements around experience, coaching hours and training, but mastery also involves developing a distinctive professional identity, learning to work with complexity, navigating ethical dilemmas and integrating our learning so that we are no longer dependent on individual coaching models. Our CPD choices gradually tell the story of who we are becoming as coaches and the areas in which we are choosing to deepen our practice. Finally, we look at reflective practice and the value of building strong habits long before an accreditation application is due. Coaching logs, reflective diaries, supervision and peer reflection all help us understand how our practice is evolving. We also encourage coaches who aspire to mastery to spend time with master-level practitioners. The differences between coaching levels can be subtle yet significant, and the journey becomes far less intimidating when we see mastery not as an unreachable destination, but as the cumulative result of thoughtful development, reflection, experience and contribution over time. Timestamps 00:09 What does master-level coaching mean? 00:48 Three elements of the pathway to mastery 02:46 Why contribution to the profession should start early 03:56 Different ways coaches can contribute 05:35 Contribution versus promotion 07:23 Coaching supervision as professional contribution 09:00 How supervision can open new opportunities 09:58 Publishing, volunteering and professional bodies 12:00 Planning for mastery before you need accreditation 13:15 Different accreditation requirements 13:42 Developing a distinctive professional identity 15:01 Ethical maturity and experience 16:31 CPD and the story of your coaching development 18:26 Consistency and reflective practice 19:32 Keeping coaching logs and recorded reflections 21:33 Supervision and advanced coach development 22:11 Final reflections and resources Key Lessons Learned Master-level coaching is not purely about accumulating coaching hours. Professional maturity, reflective practice and contribution to the profession are all important parts of the journey. Coaches benefit from understanding the requirements of their chosen accrediting body well before they are ready to apply. Contribution to the profession should be genuine, sustained and broader than marketing an individual coaching business. Volunteering, publishing, research, professional groups and supervision can all provide ways to contribute. Coaching supervision can deepen reflective practice while also creating opportunities to support the development of other coaches. Professional maturity includes developing a distinctive coaching identity and becoming increasingly comfortable working with complexity. Ethical maturity develops through experience, reflection and navigating challenging situations. CPD is more powerful when it shows consistent curiosity and development over time rather than becoming a last-minute accreditation exercise. Regular coaching logs and reflective records make future accreditation considerably easier. Spending time with master-level coaches can make the pathway feel more tangible and achievable. Accreditation Note The episode discusses examples of requirements from professional coaching bodies, including the EMCC and ICF, as they were understood at the time of recording. Accreditation pathways and requirements can change, so coaches should check the current criteria directly with their chosen professional body before planning or submitting an application. SEO Keywords master-level coach, coaching mastery, master coach accreditation, coaching accreditation, professional coach development, reflective practice, coaching supervision, coach CPD, EMCC accreditation, ICF accreditation, coaching professional development, advanced coach training Links & Resources In Good Company: igcompany.com Coaching Supervision Training: www.igcompany.com/supervisiontraining  Professional organisations discussed: EMCC: European Mentoring and Coaching Council ICF: International Coaching Federation Association for Coaching CIPD: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development ILM: Institute of Leadership and Management

We talk with Karen Tiber Leland about how AI search changes personal branding, rebranding, and what it takes to stay findable when machines summarize the internet for your customers. We break down how to pick a canonical name, reduce mixed signals across channels, and decide whether you need a full rebrand or a focused re-up. • Choosing one canonical form of your name and using it everywhere to reduce identity collision • Buying the right domain and cleaning up scattered online data for better AI and Google understanding • Defining rebrand versus re-up and spotting the different ways brands drift • Cutting noise in messaging so AI can classify your expertise with confidence • Why specialization is coming back and why “everybody” is not a target market • How executive branding impacts trust for investors, clients, and employees • Handling public criticism as a leader and planning for the crisis continuum • Brand refresh pressure points for new brands versus legacy companies that feel behind • Industries most disrupted by AI and how service firms can adapt without losing trust • Disclosing how you use AI and keeping humans in the loop for quality and accountability • The micro changes worth watching, including pricing transparency and AI-driven discoverability • Where to find Karen, including KarenLeland.com and SterlingMarketingGroup.com and her book Brand Mapping Strategy Guest Contact Information: Website: sterlingmarketinggroup.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/karenlelandMore from EWR and Matthew:Leave us a review wherever you listen: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Amazon PodcastFree SEO Consultation: www.ewrdigital.com/discovery-callWith over 5 million downloads, The Best SEO Podcast has been the go-to show for digital marketers, business owners, and entrepreneurs wanting real-world strategies to grow online. Now, host Matthew Bertram — creator of the LLM Visibility Stack™, and Lead Strategist at EWR Digital — takes the conversation beyond traditional SEO into the AI era of discoverability. Each week, Matthew dives into the tactics, frameworks, and insights that matter most in a world where search engines, large language models, and answer engines are reshaping how people find, trust, and choose businesses. From SEO and AI-driven marketing to executive-level growth strategy, you'll hear expert interviews, deep-dive discussions, and actionable strategies to help you stay ahead of the curve. Find more episodes here: youtube.com/@BestSEOPodcastbestseopodcast.comRate the show in your podcast app. Apple ratings are how new listeners decide whether to press play — an honest one takes about thirty seconds. Steps for iPhone, Mac and Spotify: www.bestseopodcast.com/review Follow us on:Facebook: @bestseopodcastInstagram: @thebestseopodcastTiktok: @bestseopodcastLinkedIn: @bestseopodcastConnect With Matthew Bertram: Website: www.matthewbertram.comInstagram: @matt_bertram_liveLinkedIn: @mattbertramlivePowered by: ewrdigital.comSupport the show

https://youtu.be/qju0d0udheU https://www.uncommen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/8.28.26.mp3 How to Build Godly Habits: The Brutal Truth About Willpower There is a silent but devastating epidemic quietly wrecking the spiritual lives of Christian men every single year, and it has nothing to do with a moral failure, a scandal, or a dramatic fall from faith. The crisis is happening inside something as ordinary as a summer vacation. Dad spends two or three weeks on the beach, the alarm clock gets thrown in a drawer, and the daily Bible reading, the family prayer, and the Sunday routine all quietly slide off the calendar. Nobody notices until the first school bus rolls by in August and dad realizes he cannot remember the last time he opened his Bible without being reminded. The modern definition of discipline has tricked men into believing spiritual consistency is simply a matter of trying harder. We have been sold a massive lie that knowing how to build godly habits is about gritting your teeth and forcing yourself back into a routine the moment the season changes. It is not. Learning how to build godly habits has almost nothing to do with willpower and everything to do with who you actually believe you are when nobody is checking. This article reveals the brutal, uncomfortable truth about why your habits collapsed the moment your schedule did, and exactly how to build godly habits strong enough to survive the next season change, and the one after that. The Vacation Trap: Why Your Godly Habits Disappeared So Fast Ask any man who tracks his Bible reading streak what happens the moment he boards a plane for vacation. Two hundred and fifty consecutive days of reading Scripture, then one week at the beach, and suddenly he is three weeks behind before he even unpacks his suitcase. This is the vacation trap, and it catches nearly every man who has never actually learned how to build godly habits that do not depend on a fixed environment. The trap is not laziness. It is architecture. Most men build their spiritual routine entirely around external structure — the same chair, the same alarm, the same fifteen minutes before the house wakes up. Remove the structure and the habit disappears with it, because it was never anchored to anything deeper than convenience. Summer gives an entire family permission to loosen every rule at once: later nights, looser schedules, more grace all around. That grace is not the enemy. The enemy is mistaking the absence of structure for an excuse to abandon God altogether. Real men understand that how to build godly habits is a question of foundation, not location. God does not live in your morning routine. He is not confined to your quiet-time chair or your church pew. He is, quite simply, travel-size — fully present on the beach, in the hotel room, and at your kitchen table on a Tuesday morning in October. That is where how to build godly habits actually begins — not with more effort, but with a stronger foundation. Willpower Versus Identity: The Real Reason Habits Break Willpower versus identity decides whether your habits survive contact with a busy season. Willpower says, "I will read my Bible every day because I am disciplined enough to force it." Identity says, "I read my Bible every day because that is who I am, and skipping it feels like showing up to work without pants." The first version collapses the moment life gets hard. The second bends but does not break. Researchers who study identity-based habit formation have found the same pattern outside the church walls — behavior tied to identity outlasts behavior tied to sheer effort, every single time. This is where most conversations about spiritual discipline for men go completely sideways. Men are taught to treat their walk with God like a New Year's resolution — an act of raw effort they can white-knuckle through January before it quietly dies by February. But spiritual discipline for men was never designed to run on willpower alone, and willpower is a finite resource. It gets spent on traffic, deadlines, and difficult conversations with your teenager, and by the time you get home there is none left over for prayer. This pattern is not just anecdotal, either. Barna Group's ongoing research on the state of discipleship has repeatedly found that consistency, not exposure, is the single biggest predictor of whether a man's faith actually shapes his daily life — and consistency is exactly what a disrupted season threatens first. Understanding how to build godly habits means building identity first and letting behavior follow, instead of forcing the behavior and hoping an identity eventually shows up. A man who identifies as someone who walks with God does not need twelve weeks of vacation to derail him, because his habits are tied to conviction, not the calendar. That distinction is the entire difference between a man who white-knuckles his way back into a routine every September and a man who never really left one in the first place. How to Build Godly Habits in the Boardroom: Bringing Faith Back to the Grind The transition from the beach to the boardroom is not just about kids trading flip-flops for backpacks. Dad is making the exact same trade. The alarm resets to six in the morning, the calendar fills back up with meetings, and the whole household has to relearn how to build godly habits inside a completely different set of pressures than the ones summer allowed. Here is the uncomfortable question worth asking in the first week of September: is your calendar dictating your relationship with God, or are you dictating your calendar? Too many men let the busy season answer that question by default. The first meeting gets earlier, the commute gets longer, and prayer quietly becomes the line item that gets cut first because it is the only appointment nobody else is tracking. Knowing how to build godly habits that hold up in the boardroom requires deciding, in advance, exactly what does not move no matter how full the calendar gets. This is not a call to abandon ambition. It is a call to stop letting your job promote itself to the highest priority in your life by default. A man who has never mapped out how to build godly habits around his actual work schedule will always find himself surprised, every September, that the busy season swallowed his quiet time whole. Surprise is optional. Planning is not. That single decision is how to build godly habits actually gets made — one protected calendar block at a time. The Hypocrisy Trap: Leading by Example When You Reset Your kids are watching every time you reset your routine, and they draw conclusions whether you intend them to or not. If dad drags into September dreading the alarm clock and openly grieving the loss of his vacation freedom, his children absorb a specific lesson: normal life is a punishment, and faithfulness is only for the easy season. That lesson sticks far longer than any sermon you will ever preach at the dinner table. This is the hypocrisy trap, and it has nothing to do with intentionally lying to your family — it is far more subtle than that. Consistency in faith cannot be something you perform only when conditions are convenient, because your children possess an incredibly well-tuned radar for the difference between a man who is truly consistent and a man who is simply compliant when nothing costs him anything. If your quiet time only survives when your schedule is light, your kids will notice your faith is conditional too. Learning how to build godly habits in front of your family is not optional homework — it is the primary curriculum your children are actually studying. Consistency in faith, modeled openly and without complaint, teaches a child more about who God is than any conversation ever could. The goal is not perfection; grace exists precisely because you will miss days. The goal is refusing to let missed days become the new identity. How to Build Godly Habits Before the Bell Rings: Protecting What Matters There is enormous power available to the man who decides what he will protect before the season changes instead of after it. Summer vacation never actually surprises anyone — families count down to it for months. The same should be true of the return to school and work. You already know it is coming, which means you have every opportunity to decide in advance exactly how to build godly habits that will not get sacrificed the moment the calendar fills back up. Pick three things and protect them like your family's spiritual life depends on it, because it genuinely does. The dinner table, uninterrupted by phones and practice schedules. Bedtime prayer, even on the exhausting nights. The Sunday routine, treated as non-negotiable rather than optional depending on how the week went. These anchors are not complicated, and that is the point. Spiritual discipline for men does not require a complex system. It requires a short list of non-negotiables and the resolve to defend them against a calendar that will happily consume every one if you let it. This is where how to build godly habits stops being theory and becomes a decision with a date attached. Decide this week, before the first bell rings, not in October when you are already three weeks behind and telling yourself you will catch up eventually. The families who thrive through the fall transition are not the families with the least chaos. They are the families with a father who decided, ahead of time, exactly what chaos would not be allowed to touch. Seasons Change, But God Doesn't: Anchoring to Ecclesiastes 3:1 Defining how to build godly habits that actually last requires looking directly at Ecclesiastes 3:1, which states: "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven." Notice what the verse does not say. It does not say seasons are optional, and it does not say you get to skip the hard ones. It says seasons are guaranteed,...

Two weeks before George Rivera's father died, he pulled him close and said three things: Don't miss Leo's games. I missed too many of yours. No business advice. No legacy talk. Just a deathbed confession from a man who finally understood what the scoreboard should have been tracking all along. That moment became everything. George Rivera is the founder of 18 Summers Advisory and author of Before They Stop Asking and this conversation is for every parent, future parent, and founder who's been telling themselves they'll make it up later. George and George break down what it really costs to build a business that consumes your life, and exactly what it looks like to build one that funds it instead. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why "I'll make it up to them later" is the most expensive lie founders tell themselves How George Rivera went from 90-hour weeks to semi-retired, while doubling revenue to $50M What the time audit reveals about where you're actually leaking presence and profit The 3-5 things that truly move the needle in any business and how to find yours The absence rehearsal test: what would break if you disappeared for a week? Why children stop asking and the two ways it happens The vacation rehearsal: how to test your business before stepping away Key Takeaways:  ✔️You can always make more money. You cannot redo a childhood. You don't even know if they're going to like you later. ✔️The "I'll do it later" promise is a false finish line. Tomorrow sometimes means never. In George Rivera's case, it meant three years. ✔️Owner-dependency is not a badge of honor, it's a ceiling. The business that requires you for everything cannot outlast you. ✔️The time audit question: what are the 3-5 things only you can do in the business that actually move the needle? Everything else is a candidate for elimination or delegation. ✔️The absence rehearsal test: if you disappeared for a week with no phone, no laptop, no internet, what would you have a nightmare about not getting done? Those are your needle movers. ✔️Children don't stop needing you. They just stop asking. And it doesn't happen in one big moment, it's a hundred small ones of "give me five minutes." ✔️Consistency breaks trust. Consistency rebuilds it. The bond with your family works exactly like the bond with your clients. ✔️You don't have to choose between a great business and a present life. But it requires intentional design, not an accidental one. Timestamps & Highlights: [00:00] — The deathbed confession: "Don't miss Leo's games. I missed too many of yours." [01:24] — Welcome: two Georges, one very important conversation [04:17] — The most expensive thing founders spend and it's not money [06:59] — 2015: cancer, a confession, and the generational pattern George Rivera refused to repeat [08:36] — Hating life at $50M and the moment he decided to change everything [11:18] — Leo's real estate negotiation at eight years old and Leo's Lake House [14:10] — What presence actually looks like in practice [22:00] — The time audit: finding the 3-5 things that actually move the needle [30:00] — Owner-dependency: the trap most founders don't see until it's too late [37:00] — The vacation rehearsal and how to stress-test your business [44:00] — Installing real operators without losing control [50:00] — The absence rehearsal test: George Bryant's version [54:15] — Buy Back Time Formula and Before They Stop Asking explained [57:03] — The glass door story: how Leo stopped asking and how the bond was rebuilt [1:00:48] — Tattoo wisdom: they don't stop needing you, they just stop asking [1:03:25] — Where to connect with George Rivera and the free resource Connect with George Rivera  He is the founder of 18 Summers Advisory and author of Buy Back Time Formula and Before They Stop Asking. He scaled an e-commerce brand to nearly $50M, then rebuilt his life to work 30 hours or less per week without killing growth. He hosts the 18 Summers Roundtable and Founder Dad Dinners in Austin. Website: buybacktimeformula.com/home  | beforetheystopasking.com   Free video: buybacktimeformula.com/freedom   Instagram: @georgerivera1977 YouTube: @buybacktimeformula Your Challenge This Week: Go to buybacktimeformula.com/freedom for George Rivera's free video on where you're leaking time, profit, and presence and what to fix first. Then reach out to either George and tell them what landed. Follow George Bryant: @itsgeorgebryant Work with George: The Alliance — Community for entrepreneurs designing a life they don't need to escape from.  1:1 Coaching — Limited spots. Apply at mindofgeorge.com/coaching-consulting/   Live Retreats — In-person experiences for founders ready to stop building a business that owns them.

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into a lesson that applies to entrepreneurship, content creation, and virtually any other craft: master the fundamentals before trying to reinvent the game. Inspired by a discussion about writer David Sedaris, they explore why success often comes from consistency, learning from others, consuming great work, and staying in the game long enough for momentum to compound. They also discuss examples from podcasting and content creation, including Zach Justice and John Lee Dumas, and emphasize the importance of understanding the rules before you try to break them. On this episode we talk about: Why you should master the fundamentals of your craft before trying to do things differently How studying and consuming great work can make you better at creating your own Why you don't need to be a trailblazer to become an outlier How consistency and longevity can create the "hockey stick" effect in business and content creation Why learning the rules first gives you more freedom to eventually break them Top 3 Takeaways Master the fundamentals before trying to innovate. If you're just starting out, spend most of your time learning the language, rules, and skills of your chosen field before attempting to reinvent it. Consistency can be more powerful than novelty. Many successful people don't constantly chase the next big idea—they stay in the game, continue doing the work, and eventually benefit from years of accumulated momentum. Consume what you want to create. Reading, watching, and studying excellent work helps you understand what works and identify opportunities to create something you wish already existed. Notable Quotes "You don't know how to do it the way they do it." "You gotta learn the fundamentals and master the basics before you can start playing with it." "Once that boulder starts rolling, it's a lot harder to stop it than it is to get it going." Connect with Travis Chappell: Website: travischappell.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell A Word from Our Sponsors: - The most successful business owners don't do it all themselves — they delegate. Upwork lets you build a team of highly skilled specialists for every function your business needs, so you can focus on what you do best and let experts handle the rest. Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through September 13, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you leave a job to start your own practice, you're making a pretty massive trade:You're trading consistency for upside.Gone is the predictable paycheck, the regular schedule, the structure someone else created for you, and the relative certainty of knowing what you're going to make.In exchange? You get upside.And in this first episode of our Making Your Business Work for You series, we're talking about the most obvious kind: money.Because we all know the fantasy math."If I charge $200 and see 40 patients a week…"And suddenly you're mentally spending the fortune you're obviously going to make as a practice owner.Except…that's not how this works.There are plenty of practice owners making less than they could working for someone else. We'll share some real numbers, break down what different caseloads actually mean for your take-home income, and talk about the financial ceiling of the solo model versus the very different challenges (and opportunities) of growing beyond yourself.We also break down the only four ways to make more money in your practice:Get more leadsConvert more of those leads into patientsKeep your patients longerRaise your pricesBut making more isn't the whole story.You can have a thriving practice and still panic over every cancellation, obsess over every eval who doesn't book, and wonder whether the whole thing is about to come crashing down after one slow week.So we're also talking about financial confidence—knowing your numbers, understanding the normal ups and downs of business, and being confident you're on pace to hit your goals.Because ultimately, running a small business is a get-rich-slow scheme.You stack the wins. You make an extra $25,000 this year. You invest it. You get smarter about taxes. You improve the business. You let those gains compound over years and decades.Your practice might be the single greatest wealth-generating machine you ever create.Just don't expect it to happen overnight.PelviCon Live Virtual + RecordingCan't be with us in person for PelviCon? Join us LIVE from anywhere—and get lifetime access to the recordings so you can come back to the incredible content whenever you want.Get all the details at www.pelvicon.com/virtualAccelerator ProgramWant your practice to actually deliver the financial upside you started it for? The Accelerator is our six-month coaching program for pelvic health practice owners who want to get consistently full, improve their business, and build a practice that actually works for them.Learn more at www.pelvicptrising.com/acceleratorAbout Nicole & Jesse CozeanPelvic health is hard. We want everyone in this field to have a joyful, impactful career—and for business owners to build something that truly works for them.

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SummaryWalking might not sound exciting, but it can be one of the most powerful tools for fat loss.In this episode, Chase and Chris explain why getting more daily steps can make fat loss easier without adding more hard workouts or making your diet more restrictive. They talk about why many people make the mistake of trying to change everything at once and why starting with small increases in movement can lead to better long-term results. They also break down how your activity level can affect how much food you can eat while still making progress. A few workouts each week may not make up for sitting most of the day. Walking helps you become more active without creating a lot of extra fatigue. Plus, it can help with your mood, stress, digestion, heart health, mobility, and blood sugar. Chase and Chris share simple ways to get more steps without needing one long walk every day. Walking during phone calls, parking farther away, taking short movement breaks, walking while watching your favorite show, or taking a few extra trips around the house can all add up. Most importantly, you do not need to jump straight to 10,000 steps. Start with what you are doing now and slowly build from there. Walking should not become another all-or-nothing goal. The real goal is to build a more active lifestyle that you can maintain for years. Chapters(00:32) Why Walking Is So Powerful for Fat Loss(01:52) Stop Trying to Change Everything at Once(03:20) Build the Habits Before Chasing Faster Results(05:37) Why Hard Workouts Aren't Enough(07:34) How Your Daily Activity Changes Your Calorie Needs(09:07) The Difference Between Sedentary and Active Calories(10:33) The Benefits of Walking Beyond Fat Loss(12:36) How Many Steps Do You Actually Need?(13:32) Why Your Progress May Slow Down in Winter(14:45) Modern Life Has Made Us More Sedentary(16:59) Why Your Lifestyle Matters as Much as Your Food(18:44) Stop Trying to Get All Your Steps in at Once(20:33) Easy Ways to Add Thousands of Steps(22:10) Make Walking Something You Look Forward To(23:10) Forget the 10,000-Step Rule(24:08) How to Get More Movement During Your Workday(27:18) Walking Pads and Other Simple Solutions(28:08) Don't Turn Steps Into Another All-or-Nothing Goal(29:09) Use Walking to Build Confidence and Consistency(30:55) Your Challenge: What's Your Next Step Goal?SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective

Humanities Radio Presents COMM 3540: Women's Wellness Edit, Episode 4 Poppy Stickler, Annabel Kim, Katie Callaway, Teagan Steinmetz Episode 4: Building Your Routine: Habits, Consistency, and Long-Term Success. We dive deep into the relationship between consistency and long-term success. With perspectives from athletes and performance coaches, you'll obtain crucial advice that will help you stay committed to your goals and achieve your potential.

Soul Powered Channel with Rebekah Kiger | Episode 6 | Coherence Series, Part 1In This EpisodeI unpack coherence through the lens of quantum theory and personal energetics, and I do it in plain language. No jargon, no lecture. If you've ever bounced off this topic because someone explained it to you in physics terms, start here.We take on the hard work versus alignment paradox head on. Effort matters, and effort isn't the multiplier we've all been told it is. What actually changes your results is the state you're operating from, which is why becoming an energetic match for your goal beats grinding at it from depletion. I share what building a sustainable work rhythm looks like once you stop treating exhaustion as evidence of commitment.Then I break down the mechanics as I understand them. Your thoughts are the signal you're sending toward what you want. Your emotions are what amplify it or scramble it. Trust and consistency keep it transmitting, while doubt interrupts the broadcast before anything arrives. This is part one. Next episode I get into interference patterns and the practical work of clearing them.Key TakeawaysYour money problem might not be a strategy problem. Internal conflict and inconsistency stall people way more often than bad tactics do.Coherence is everything pointing the same direction. Thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and actions all aligned toward one clear outcome.Harder doesn't reliably mean better. Showing up aligned and energized changes your output more than piling more hours onto an exhausted week.Incoherence is wanting it and doubting it at the same time. You're not lazy. You're transmitting two contradictory messages.Thoughts send the signal, emotions amplify it. This is why forcing positive thinking over a body full of dread doesn't work.Doubt interrupts before results have time to arrive. Consistency and trust are what let something develop.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Quantum Concepts01:26 Understanding Coherence and Money02:11 Why Hard Work Isn't the Whole Equation03:23 Living in Alignment and Receiving More05:17 The Nature of Coherence06:40 Recognizing Financial Incoherence07:43 Coherence Explained Through Wi-Fi09:21 Interference Patterns and Signal Disruption09:54 Entering the Quantum Field11:02 Thoughts, Feelings, and Your Signal12:03 Manifesting Through Coherence12:40 Maintaining Belief After SetbacksResources MentionedBooks & TeachersDr. Joe DispenzaConcepts We ExploredQuantum physics, mechanics, and theoryThe quantum fieldCoherence and incoherenceMy WorkSoul Powered Society: https://www.risewithrebekah.com/new-the-soul-powered-societyReady to Go Deeper?If this episode landed somewhere tender, you're probably not meant to do this next part alone. Soul Powered Society is the community I built for women done forcing, done hustling, and ready to build a life from alignment.

Travis Chappell and producer Eric go behind the scenes of Eric's increasingly unexpected podcasting journey, from initially hoping to attract just 1,000 listeners and three guests to landing documentary and television opportunities, a book deal, and interviews with people he never expected to meet. The two break down why podcasting can be valuable even when it doesn't generate direct revenue—and why consistency, relationships, credibility, and simply staying in the game can create opportunities that view counts alone can't measure. On this episode we talk about: How Eric's podcast led to documentary series appearances, a television opportunity, and a book deal Why the biggest benefits of podcasting often come from opportunities and relationships rather than direct revenue How consistently creating content can lead to unexpected connections, dream guests, and career opportunities Why creators shouldn't judge their podcast solely by downloads, views, or immediate financial returns The importance of surviving long enough to outlast the competition and capitalize on opportunities Top 3 Takeaways Think beyond direct revenue. A podcast can generate money indirectly through relationships, clients, credibility, media opportunities, partnerships, and exposure to entirely new audiences. Consistency creates opportunities. You don't know which episode, guest, connection, or piece of content will eventually lead to something significant. The key is continuing long enough for those opportunities to find you. Don't quit because the numbers aren't impressive yet. Many successful creators spent years producing content before their major breakthrough. Viewership is only one measure of success, and sometimes the most valuable returns aren't visible in analytics. Notable Quotes "The doors it can open are insane." "You don't have to be a big podcast to get a dream guest." "I'm a huge fan of stuff where you just have to all you have to do is just survive." Connect with Travis: Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - The most successful business owners don't do it all themselves — they delegate. Upwork lets you build a team of highly skilled specialists for every function your business needs, so you can focus on what you do best and let experts handle the rest. Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through September 13, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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John Padgett is a South Carolina real estate agent with more than a decade of experience serving buyers and sellers throughout Horry County and the greater Myrtle Beach area. After working demanding jobs in steel mills, construction, road work, medical equipment delivery, and restaurants, John entered real estate with little industry experience and no established sphere of influence. His early approach was simple: work hard, talk to people, and keep going. In this episode, John shares how those principles helped him build a sustainable real estate business centered on prospecting, relationships, referrals, and consistent follow-up.John walks through his journey from manually tracking prospects in a binder to using REDX to prospect expired listings and build a qualified database. He explains how consistent calling dramatically increased his listings, why he believes prospecting provides one of the strongest returns on investment in real estate, and how he transitioned from door knocking to expireds and geo-prospecting. He also shares how past-client follow-up, targeted mailers, YouTube property tours, social media, and his Google Business Profile have helped him continue to nurture relationships and expand his reach. Most importantly, John explains why discipline and perseverance matter more than constantly changing strategies and why new agents should choose a path, stick with it, and give their efforts enough time to compound. This episode is especially valuable for both new and experienced agents seeking practical prospecting strategies, improved follow-up systems, and a sustainable approach to building a real estate business.Here's What You'll Discover in This Episode...• How John transitioned from demanding blue-collar jobs into a decade-long real estate career.• Why he believes consistent prospecting provides one of the strongest ROIs in real estate.• How door knocking helped John build his first database before he had a CRM.• What changed when John began prospecting expired listings with REDX.• How John organizes, qualifies, and continuously cleans his database.• Why following up with prospects can create opportunities far beyond the original conversation.• How geo-prospecting and neighborhood marketing can help build a pipeline for future business.• What John learned from using YouTube property tours and expanding his digital presence.• Why discipline and perseverance are more important than constantly switching strategies• How new agents can avoid becoming overwhelmed by choosing a few strategies and consistently working them.JUMP TO THESE TOPICS00:00 –

Rich Hernandez can do 5,000 push-ups without ever touching his knees — and he's chasing a world record that hasn't been broken since 1980. But as he tells me here, it was never really about the push-ups. This time we're in person, right after a morning workout together, digging into how an MIT engineer with a Yale MBA walked away from the aerospace world to preach the gospel of hard work — and why the same process that took him from 40 push-ups to 5,000 (and a 7-minute plank to a 4-hour one) applies just as much to your business, your parenting, and anything else you're trying to get better at. Presented by Star brite — clean and protect your boat: https://bit.ly/4o80cws ▶ Rich's first time on the show (EP 974: Record-Breaking Conquest): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wL-YJXbbZM CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome + Star brite (live and in person) 01:00 The push-up guy: 5,000 reps and chasing the world record 02:00 Receipts: livestreams and 12,345 push-ups in a day 04:00 From MIT and Northrop Grumman to a Yale MBA 05:00 The gospel of hard work: 333,000 push-ups in a year 06:00 What the family business taught him 08:00 How getting better at one thing spills into everything 10:00 Veronica, "Life Is Good," and the power of agency 12:00 The push-up progression: 40 to 5,000 14:00 Atomic Habits, 1% better, and the hockey stick 15:00 The planking journey: 7 minutes to 4 hours 17:00 Why the first five months are the hardest 18:00 Consistency, accuracy, intensity 19:00 The traveling salesman problem 21:00 Where to follow Rich FOLLOW RICH — Do Hard Things 365 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dohardthings365 Instagram: @dohardthings365 SUBSCRIBE TO THE TOM ROWLAND PODCAST Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-rowland-podcast/id1353574678 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dMqjMPfvEYSte837YNunX Free fishing knot guide: https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP

Oat, almond, soy, dairy—the milk aisle is a culture war in your coffee. But what's best? Jessica Wynn brings all the truth to the yard on Skeptical Sunday!Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconceptions. This time around, we're joined by writer and researcher Jessica Wynn!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1372On This Week's Skeptical Sunday:On nutrition, dairy still wins — about eight grams of high-quality protein per cup versus one to two for most oat milks, plus it's the cheapest protein you can pour. Switching to plant milk to feel healthier can quietly cost you the very nutrition you assumed tagged along.The viral "gallons per almond" stat is engineered outrage — framed per nut, never per glass, and never beside dairy. Full life-cycle studies show dairy actually uses more total water and carries the biggest footprint of all. When a scary stat trends as an industry loses share, ask who funded it.Branding, not merit, decides what's in your cup — soy and pea rival dairy on protein, and hemp and pea are the cleanest options environmentally, yet all three barely sell. Pea milk's real handicap is its name. The market rewards the familiar and coffee-friendly, not the nutritionally best.The war over the word "milk" is mostly theater — the DAIRY PRIDE Act has stalled since 2017 because the FDA's own focus groups found nobody confuses oat milk with cow's milk. It was never about deception. It's about protecting the billions in market share dairy lost fair and square.There's no single "right" milk, only the one that fits your priority. Want nutrition? Soy or pea. Environment? Oat, pea, or hemp. Best latte? Oat or macadamia. Digest dairy fine? Enjoy it. For kids under five, ask a pediatrician, not a barista. Consistency beats purity.Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!Connect with Jessica Wynn at Instagram (and Instagram!), and subscribe to her newsletters: Between the Lines and Where the Shadows Linger!And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: SimpliSafe: 50% off + 1st month free: simplisafe.com/jordanChime: Open an account in two minutes: chime.com/jhsZipRecruiter: Learn more at ziprecruiter.com/jordanConciergeMD: 20% off all services/memberships: conciergemdla.com/jordan, code JORDANSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.