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David Nurse is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and renowned NBA shooting coach who has worked with some of basketball's top athletes and organizations. After his dream of playing professional basketball ended, David reinvented himself by building a career around performance, mindset, and personal development. In this episode, Travis shares his biggest lessons from his conversation with David, covering everything from overcoming setbacks and building meaningful relationships to creating opportunities through relentless consistency and preparation. On this episode we talk about: How consistency over time creates long-term success Turning setbacks into new opportunities and career pivots Why credibility comes from doing the work before teaching it The role relationships play in creating career opportunities How preparation builds confidence and performance under pressure Top 3 Takeaways Consistency is the ultimate competitive advantage. Find something you're passionate about, learn from the best, provide value, and stay committed for years—not weeks or months. Every setback creates new opportunities. When one door closes, focusing on the possibilities ahead instead of dwelling on rejection can completely change your trajectory. Relationships create opportunities. Most career breakthroughs, partnerships, and life-changing opportunities come through people, not resumes or applications. Notable Quotes "Consistency over time is the most boring, yet the most powerful formula in existence." "When one door closes, four more doors open." "You have to do something first before anyone will pay to hear you talk about it." Connect with David Nurse: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidnursenba Other: https://www.davidnurse.com A Word from Our Sponsors:If you're enjoying the Travis Makes Money Podcast, be sure to support our sponsors. Their partnerships help us continue bringing you conversations with world-class entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, authors, and business leaders every week. Check out the offers mentioned in this episode and let them know Travis sent you! - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Most contractors think branding is about logos, colors, and marketing. It's not. The strongest brands in the trades do something much more powerful: they attract great employees, create loyal customers, and make growth easier. In this episode of Service Business Mastery, Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch sit down with Levi Torres, founder of High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric, to discuss how consistent branding became the foundation for one of Colorado's fastest-growing home service companies. What started as a simple idea—a high five at the end of every service call—evolved into a recognizable brand that helps attract top talent, improve retention, and create a culture employees are proud to be part of. Levi shares how High 5 uses social media, training systems, operational consistency, and employee development to build a company that technicians actively want to join. They discuss: • Why branding is a recruiting tool, not just a marketing tool • How company culture influences hiring success • The power of consistency in building trust • Why social media has become a recruiting engine • Creating clear career paths for technicians • Building training systems that support growth • How documentation makes scaling easier • Expanding into HVAC and electrical without losing culture • The role of AI in coaching and employee development • Why employee experience directly impacts customer experience If you're struggling to hire quality people, improve retention, or scale your service business, this episode will show you how a strong brand can solve more problems than you think. Timestamps 00:00 Building a Social Media Presence 06:12 Naming the plumbing business 08:06 Starting to focus on plumbing 10:54 Importance of personal growth in business 14:23 Adapting Branding During Covid 18:02 Switching to social media strategy 20:02 Social media's role in recruiting 23:38 Training technicians to show passion 26:50 Building a Trusting Work Culture 30:15 Employee system review meetings 35:14 Setting up HVAC systems 38:10 Following systems for success 41:22 Customer acquisition strategies and shifts 44:01 Rotating manager-led training sessions 47:49 Utilizing AI for company growth 49:52 Experience with automatic recording systems 54:37 Understanding team roles and strengths 56:42 Balancing revenue and company culture Follow the Host and Guest Tersh Blissett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tershblissett/ Joshua Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch/ Levi Torres: https://www.linkedin.com/in/levi-torres-9b4b97103/ Connect with Us • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/service-business-mastery • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/servicebusinessmasterypodcast This episode is kindly powered by: UpFrog: upfrog.com  MarketStorm is an AI-powered advertising platform. Results vary by market, budget, and campaign configuration: https://marketstorm.ai/  Get Your 14-Day Free Trial with CallRail!: https://www.callrail.com/sbmpod CompanyCam: https://companycam.com/  Breezy: Capture 25-30% more clients with Breezy AI Agents. Use code 'SBM' to book a demo and get $500 on us: https://getbreezyapp.com/schedule-demo PhoneTAP: Your calls hold the key to growing your business. PhoneTAP gives you instant AI analysis, real customer lifetime value, and tools to coach your team. Learn more: phonetap.ai/demo 

"We had to start our own lab because the standards I wanted I couldn't find in any product, aging can be a joy, empowering, and beautiful." —Daniella Inbar What if your age isn't the problem?  In this episode, Justine sits down with Daniella Inbar—cosmetic chemist, product developer, and founder of Inbar+Co. and Resonance Marin Spa. After 30 years inside the luxury beauty industry building brands and developing products, Daniela did something radical: she walked away from the "dishonest" luxury beauty machine. As the daughter of a pioneer in the German aromatherapy movement, Daniela grew up with a holistic approach to wellness rooted in authenticity and tradition, rather than beauty ads. Today, she isn't selling traditional anti-aging products. Instead, she forms skincare that actually listens to your skin's microbiome rather than lecturing it. Tune in as Justine and Daniella pull back the curtain on the "clean beauty" myth, explore why aggressive actives and harsh cleansers might actually be aging your skin faster, and discuss the complex reality of building a truly sustainable consumer brand. In this episode, you'll learn: • How over-complicating your routine and using aggressive products disrupts your skin barrier, causing congestion and accelerated aging. • Why "chemical-free" is a marketing gimmick and why lab-made synthetics can sometimes be safer and more sustainable for the planet than trendy natural ingredients. • The complex logistics of running an eco-conscious spa and skincare line—from choosing cotton over microfiber to the carbon footprint debate of glass vs. aluminum packaging. • Why the best skincare approach is to do less, work in systems, and support your skin's natural biology. Meet Daniella:  Daniella leads the INBAR+co system as Founder + Formulator. Her work begins with formulation: creating products for professional-use logic, refining them through the Resonance Marin spa environment, and releasing them as retail formulas only when they hold beyond the spa. The lab sits inside Resonance Marin, and clients pass it on their way to treatments. That proximity matters. Formulation, service, feedback, and quality control are not abstractly connected. They share a physical space. At 58, with no invasive procedures, Daniella lives the brand's age-positive position herself: support the skin, do not erase the face. Her guardrails are restraint, barrier respect, material responsibility, and visible results over time. LinkedIn Instagram Connect with Inbar+Co:  Website Instagram Connect with Resonance Marin: Website Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Chapters: 04:49 Challenges and Changes in Sustainability 07:41 The Role of Authenticity and Tradition in Skin Care 13:54 The Evolution of Skin Care Products 21:09 Consumer Perception and the Importance of Education 31:56 The Future of Sustainable Beauty 38:00 The Impact of Sustainable Choices on the Planet 53:54 The Role of Biotech in Sustainable Skin Care 01:00:34 The Importance of Consistent and Thoughtful Practices 01:01:36 The Role of Policy in Supporting Sustainable Practices

The Calm, Confident, Consistent Leadership Loop: What the Research and Scripture Reveal for Christian Women in Leadership In the Dual Leadership Loop Model™, the second loop is the calm, confident, consistent leadership loop. The Dual Leadership Loop Model™ was developed specifically for Christian women in leadership — in executive roles, entrepreneurship, and as parents. Research confirms that calm, confidence, and consistency are not personality traits reserved for a few naturally gifted leaders. Three Pillars of the Calm, Confident, Consistent Leadership Loop Each pillar of the loop is distinct. Pillar One: Calm — Leading from a Regulated Nervous System What Calm Leadership Looks Like in Practice What Calm Parenting Leadership Looks Like Pillar Two: Confidence — Leading from Identity, Not Performance What Confident Leadership Looks Like in Practice What Confident Parenting Leadership Looks Like Pillar Three: Consistency — The Foundation of Trust What Consistent Leadership Looks Like in Practice What Consistent Parenting Leadership Looks Like The Neuroscience Behind the Calm, Confident, Consistent Loop Faith as the Foundation of the Calm, Confident, Consistent Loop Scripture Verses for The Calm, Confident, and Consistent Leadership Loop Isaiah 26:3 Philippians 4:13 Joshua 1:9 Romans 12:2 Proverbs 31:25 Psalm 23:1–3 Philippians 1:6 How Christian Women in Leadership Access and Sustain the Calm, Confident, Consistent Loop Entering this loop is not a one-time event. It is a daily practice of choosing regulation over reaction, truth over comparison, and trust over control. Here is how to build and sustain it. 1. Regulate Your Nervous System as a Daily Practice 2. Renew Your Mind Before the World Gets to It 3. Name and Interrupt the Anxiety Loop in Real Time 4. Build Boundaries that Protect Your Regulation 5. Anchor Identity in Christ Daily, Not Circumstantially 6. Lead Consistently in All Roles — at Work, at Home, and in Parenting What the Calm, Confident, Consistent Loop Looks Like Across All Areas of Life In Your Career and Business In Your Team and Organization In Your Marriage and Relationships Resentment decreases because you are no longer people-pleasing in silence. In Your Parenting Calm becomes their foundation. Consistency becomes their security. And confidence in who God made you to be becomes the model they carry into their own lives. A Word to Every Christian Woman in Leadership Reading This Your Next Step This week, identify one area where you experienced the calm, confident, consistent loop — even briefly. Reflection Questions Which of the three pillars — calm, confidence, or consistency — feels most available to you right now? Which one needs the most intentional development? Where in your leadership — at work, at home, or in parenting — would the greatest trust be built if you became more consistent? What would it look like for you to lead from the calm, confident, consistent loop for one full week — at work, at home, and with your children? Read the full show notes and access all links.

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace therapist Samantha answer questions about what to do when your best friend starts a relationship and abandons you, how to support a family member who is diagnosed with autism, and how to create a consistent practice without forgetting or getting annoyed. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every business is 50% celebration and 50% disappointment. The entrepreneurs who stay in business longest aren't the ones who only win. They're the ones who have a plan for both. Dielle breaks down her full celebration plan and disappointment plan framework, shares her own personal 50/50 from 2026, and gives you the exact steps to stop unraveling when things don't go the way you planned. 00:00 – Why you need both a celebration and disappointment plan 04:00 – How only planning for wins leads to burnout 07:00 – The celebration plan: step 1 — success dump 10:00 – Step 2 — signal it to your body and relationships 13:00 – Step 3 — assume you're back at zero 18:00 – The disappointment plan: timed permission to feel bad 23:00 – Figure out what actually happened (only 5 things can be off) 26:00 – Commit to the work, not the result 29:00 – Dielle's own 50/50 for 2026 For the 23% is the women of color business and entrepreneurship podcast hosted by multi-million-dollar entrepreneur Dielle Charon. Each week you'll learn how to grow your sales, money, and freedom so we can increase the 23% of business owners who are women of color. Website: forthe23percent.com Instagram: @forthe23percent Membership: forthe23percent.com/membership

What if tinnitus, migraines, vertigo, brain fog, and even digestive symptoms all stem from the same underlying issue? In this episode, Dr. Hamid Djalilian, one of the world's leading experts in tinnitus and sensory disorders, explains the concept of brain sensitivity and how neuroinflammation may be driving symptoms many people have been told they simply have to live with.Dr. Djalilian breaks down his treatment approach, including the powerful role of sleep, stress management, hydration, nutrition, and lifestyle changes in reducing symptoms. He also shares the latest research on tinnitus treatments, migraine prevention, supplements, medications, and why finding your personal triggers can be the key to lasting relief.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PMOS, endometriosis, fertility, hormonal balance, mental health, and more. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women's health and well-being.SponsorsSera: To learn more you can visit PreTRM.com.Talk with your provider about whether the PreTRM Test might be right for you.Cotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com, and follow @discovercotton with the hashtag #ShopCottonPeloton: Let yourself run, lift, sculpt, push and GO. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ at onepeloton.comOlly: Shop Olly Precise Probiotics with Skin, Stress Response or Metabolism Support at a Walmart near you.What You'll LearnWhy tinnitus, migraines, vertigo, brain fog, and other symptoms may share a common root cause in brain sensitivity and neuroinflammationHow stress, illness, hormonal changes, and sensory overload can trigger symptomsThe three pillars of Dr. Djalilian's protocol: sleep, diet, and stress managementWhy hydration and consistent meal timing may be more important than you thinkCommon food and beverage triggers, including alcohol, caffeine, processed foods, and fermented productsThe supplements most commonly used for migraine-related symptoms, including magnesium, riboflavin, and CoQ10How cognitive behavioral therapy, meditation, and exercise can help calm an overactive nervous systemThe latest developments in tinnitus research and future treatment optionsKey Timestamps00:00 Why You Should Never Check The Clock At Night02:01 Meet The Doctor Rethinking Tinnitus Treatment03:00 The Link Between Anxiety, Tinnitus And Brain Health04:12 Why Tinnitus, Vertigo And Migraines Are Connected06:48 Understanding Brain Sensitivity Syndrome08:45 Why Some Brains React More Strongly Than Others12:30 Everyday Habits Making Symptoms Worse16:47 The Biggest Mistake In Chronic Symptom Recovery20:08 Why Your Brain Can Get Stuck In Survival Mode23:00 The Brain Sensitivity Protocol Explained26:04 How Recovery Really Happens28:30 Sleep Strategies For Calming An Overactive Brain29:23 Migraines Are More Than Just Headaches30:19 How Stress, Diet And Sleep Affect Symptoms34:18 Foods And Triggers You Should Watch For38:25 The Most Effective Supplements For Relief47:07 When Medication May Be Necessary49:58 Finding Your Personal Triggers58:51 Can Surgery Actually Fix Migraines1:00:07 Why Surgery Often Just Shifts The Problem1:01:09 What A Migraine Actually Is1:02:52 Vertigo, Brain Fog And Hidden Symptoms1:05:27 How Hormones Trigger Tinnitus And Migraines1:07:41 Should You Consider Hormone Replacement Therapy1:10:18 What To Do When A Migraine HitsKey TakeawaysTinnitus is not always an ear problem; it may be a manifestation of a broader brain sensitivity disorder.Many conditions, including migraines, vertigo, IBS, fibromyalgia, and tinnitus, may be connected through the same neurological pathways.Consistent, uninterrupted sleep is one of the most important tools for reducing symptoms.Lifestyle changes work best when combined with a personalized understanding of your triggers.Stress management is not optional; it's a critical part of symptom control.Small daily habits can have a major impact on brain health, inflammation, and quality of life.Guest BioDr. Hamid Djalilian is a board-certified otolaryngologist, professor of otolaryngology and biomedical engineering at the University of California, Irvine, and one of the world's leading experts in tinnitus, migraine-related disorders, vertigo, and sensory conditions. He serves as Director of Otology, Neurotology, and Skull Base Surgery at UCI and is President of the Migraine and Otolaryngology Society.Through decades of clinical practice and research, Dr. Djalilian has pioneered a brain-based approach to understanding tinnitus, dizziness, migraine, and other sensory disorders. His work focuses on the connection between neuroinflammation, central sensitization, and chronic symptoms that are often misunderstood or misdiagnosed.He also serves as Chief Medical Advisor for the NeuroMed Tinnitus Clinic, where he helps patients around the world manage tinnitus and related conditions through evidence-based treatment protocols that combine lifestyle interventions, behavioral therapies, supplements, and medical management.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode Overview Most agents are doing more than ever—more hours, more hustle, more chasing—and still not getting the results they want. In this Expert Mentor episode, John Kitchens sits down with real estate industry veteran, bestselling author, and top-producing agent Knolly Williams to unpack the five foundational principles that have helped him sell more than 1,000 homes, become a top 1% agent in Austin, and build a business centered around leverage, listings, and freedom. Knolly shares lessons from his journey through the music industry, the collapse of his record label, adapting through changing markets, and ultimately discovering that success comes from focusing on the right activities—not simply doing more. If you're ready to stop operating by default and start designing a business that works for you, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and actionable strategies. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why abundance always exists—even when the market changes The lesson Knolly learned from losing a successful music business Why listings remain the highest-leverage activity in real estate How to build a business that creates freedom instead of another job The difference between hustle-and-grind and ease-and-flow Why belief is often the biggest factor separating top performers from everyone else How leverage allows agents to scale without working more hours The importance of understanding your personality and operating strengths Why coaching is one of the highest-return investments you can make Knolly's 5 Big Rocks Framework 1. Move From Default to Design Most agents are living by default instead of intentionally designing the life and business they want. Success starts when you get crystal clear on your vision and commit to it. 2. Do The Two Dedicate two focused hours every day to lead generation. Consistent lead generation remains the foundation of predictable growth. 3. Build and Nurture Your Sphere of Influence Your database and relationships are your greatest asset. Most agents dramatically underestimate the amount of business sitting inside their sphere. 4. Create a Geographic or Digital Farm Become known somewhere. Build authority and visibility in a specific market, neighborhood, or community. 5. Delegate Everything You Can Ask yourself daily: "How can this be done without me?" The fastest path to growth is removing yourself as the bottleneck. Memorable Quotes "Abundance always exists. You just have to find where the abundance is now." "Most agents are living by default and getting default results." "Listings aren't part of the real estate game. Listings are the real estate game." "How can this be done without me?" "You don't own a business if everything depends on you. You own a job." "Change your questions, change your life." Resources Mentioned Knolly Williams Website: https://knolly.com Free Book: https://triplemylistings.com Books Mentioned The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Dr. Joseph Murphy Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson Be The Legend by Gene Frederick Assessments Mentioned DISC Profile Genius Test AVA Assessment Human Design Key Takeaway The agents who thrive aren't necessarily the ones working the hardest. They're the ones who intentionally design their business, focus on high-leverage activities, generate listings consistently, build strong relationships, and create systems that allow the business to grow without their constant involvement. Success isn't about doing more. It's about doing the right things in the right order. Connect with Us: 7 Figure Audit: 7figurecall.com Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

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The future of agency growth is not just more automation. It is also a more human connection.In this episode, Jay Owen, CEO of Business Builders, joins Jamie Nau to talk about agency community, event strategy, thought leadership, organic growth, and the practical ways AI is changing how agency owners work. Jay shares the story behind Agency Builders Retreat, why in-person connection matters more in an AI-driven world, how he thinks about building events that people want to return to, and why consistent thought leadership can create opportunities long before a direct sales conversation begins.Key takeaways:• The future is both autonomous and human. AI can create leverage, but agency owners still need trust, relationships, and real connection.• Community can become a growth engine. Jay explains how Agency Builders grew through connection, referrals, and shared learning.• Events are a form of stage-building. Creating your own event, podcast, or platform can help agency owners build authority.• Thought leadership compounds over time. Consistent content around a real problem can create opportunities that direct outreach may not.• AI works best when it removes real friction. Jay shares how connected tools can support follow-up, email, research, and daily operations.If you are trying to grow an agency in a way that is profitable, sustainable, and ready for the future of AI, tune in to the full episode of ▶️The Future of Agency Growth Is Human and AI-Driven with Jay Owen.Find more podcast episodes on our website: anderscpa.com/learn/podcasts/Episode resources:●       Anders Virtual CFO website: anderscpa.com  ●       Love our content? Sign up for our newsletter:  https://anderscpa.com/learn/    ●       Check out the Virtual CFO Playbook Course:  https://anderscpa.com/virtual-cfo-services/vcfo-playbook/     Quotes- Jay Owen: "The future is two things at the same time, highly autonomous and AI driven, for sure, and deeply human."- Jay Owen: "The best way to grow a business is to do a great job for somebody, ask them to tell somebody else, and you will never run out of business."- Jamie Nau: "Sometimes it is a long tail, which is a hard thing for marketers to get their hands around sometimes."Jay Owen is the CEO of Business Builders. He helps businesses and organizations with clear messaging, website and video production, and online promotion. With more than 25 years of experience in web design, marketing communications, and creative direction, Jay also shares ideas with business leaders through events, podcasts, coaching, webinars, and workshops.Website: https://jayowenlive.com/aboutIG: https://www.instagram.com/jayowenFB: https://www.facebook.com/jayowenlive/X: https://x.com/owendesignLi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayowen/YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jayowenlivePodcast: https://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com/about/Business BuildersWebsite: https://businessbldrs.com/YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3SN1I1FwktpF_lMqaZveIgIG: https://www.instagram.com/businessbldrs/Li: https://www.linkedin.com/company/businessbldrs/FB: https://www.facebook.com/businessbldrsThe Creative Agency Success Show helps service-based business owners master the financial side of growth. Hosted by Jamie Nau, Director of Virtual CFO Services/ Virtual CFO, and Jody Grunden, Partner and Virtual CFO Practice Leader at Anders, the podcast dives into essential financial strategies for scaling creative agencies.  Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2458889    FB: https://www.facebook.com/vcfobyanders    LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vcfobyanders/   IG: https://www.instagram.com/vcfobyanders    YT: https://www.youtube.com/@vcfobyanders     Jamie Nau, CPA, Director of Virtual CFO Services/ Virtual CFO, is a seasoned financial expert with a deep understanding of business growth stages.  Jamie has worked extensively with middle-market and large companies, providing key financial insights.  Website: https://anderscpa.com/     FB: https://www.facebook.com/vcfobyanders  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamienau/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/vcfobyanders/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/vcfobyanders/  YT: https://www.youtube.com/@vcfobyanders  

Autopilot does not look like failure. It looks like a normal Monday. Same huddle. Same handoffs. Same scripts. Same “let's have a great day.” Nothing looks broken. The schedule moves. Patients get seen. The practice feels consistent.But the same bottlenecks keep coming back. The same treatment plans stay unscheduled. The same follow-ups almost happen.That is not a systems problem. It is something most practice owners never think to look for.In Day 11 of The Flow Protocol, Dr. Dave reveals one overlooked performance trigger that helps a checked-out team become more alert, more engaged, and more useful in the moments that move production, trust, and profit.In this episode:Why a “well-run” practice can still drift into flat growth.The hidden reason consistency can stop producing better results.How one small shift can wake up your team without adding another meeting, bonus, or management headache.Press play on Day 11 and learn how to keep autopilot from becoming your profit ceiling.

Bryan Daly: The Power of Epic Business Networking Guest Background Bryan Daly is a financial planner and the founder of Epic Business Connections, a networking community he built after the mortgage industry downturn in 2008 forced him to rethink how he grew his business. What started as a way to fill his calendar with clients became something much bigger. Nearly twenty years later, Epic has grown into a thriving community built on trust, learning, and genuine relationships, meeting every Thursday morning online. What Bryan and Julie Discuss Why the 2008 mortgage crisis became Bryan's turning point and pushed him toward a new path Choosing self leadership over giving up and starting something entirely new How consistent referral and networking filled his calendar with clients The unexpected friendships and sense of community that came from showing up week after week Expanding social circles as life and career continue to evolve over time A story about two members who met through the group and got married How Epic Business Connections is designed, including no dues, no fees, and no mandatory meetings The early days at Panera Bread, where 80 to 100 people would show up for breakout sessions The shift from in person meetings across South Florida to an online format after COVID What a typical Thursday morning session looks like, including breakouts and education New ideas for speed networking rounds and friendly contests for members The legendary Purple Monkey Award for the best business commercial Challenging the traditional definition of networking and what makes Epic different Connecting with people who never thought networking was for them, including skeptics Bringing charitable giving back into the group's mission going forward Launching a new website for Epic Business Connections to showcase the community An open invitation to join the free Thursday morning sessions at 8 a.m. Eastern Key Takeaways for Leaders Resilience builds legacy, and a setback can become the foundation for purpose driven impact Authentic connection creates more value than transactional networking ever could Consistent presence, not one big effort, fuels personal and professional growth over time Letting go of old beliefs about networking opens the door to real opportunity Community and relationships are at the heart of long term success and fulfillment Showing up for others builds trust, friendship, and a true sense of belonging If you have ever felt like networking was not for you, this episode is your invitation to think differently. Show up, connect authentically, and discover the opportunities, friendships, and growth that come from genuine community. This episode is great for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders ready to build meaningful connections and step into purpose driven growth and leadership. Connect with Julie Riga: https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts, and share this episode with someone who could use a reminder that connection fuels success. #StayOnCourse #LeadershipCoach #PurposeDrivenLeadership #BusinessNetworking #AuthenticGrowth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do some people achieve long-term success while others stay stuck chasing motivation?In this Mindset Coaching episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden breaks down the true power of consistency and why showing up every day matters more than temporary bursts of motivation.Many people want success, but few are willing to embrace the discipline, commitment, and repetition required to create lasting results. Michael explains why success is never a one-time event and how consistent effort shapes personal growth, confidence, and achievement over time.This episode explores the mindset of high performers, the dangers of seeking shortcuts, and the importance of challenging yourself beyond your comfort zone. Michael also shares insights on supportive relationships, meaningful accountability, and recognizing your progress throughout the journey.If you've been struggling with consistency, discipline, or staying committed to your goals, this conversation will help you develop the mindset needed for long-term success.Success is built by showing up consistently long after motivation fades.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE• Why consistency matters more than motivation• How showing up creates long-term success• The dangers of chasing easy paths• Why personal growth requires challenge• The role of discipline in achievement• How supportive people influence success• Why recognition and progress matter• How to build a mindset for excellenceKEY TAKEAWAYS✅ Success requires consistency and commitment✅ Easy paths rarely lead to meaningful growth✅ Showing up daily builds confidence and discipline✅ Personal growth happens through challenge✅ Supportive relationships improve success outcomes✅ Consistent effort shapes the life you want✅ Recognizing progress fuels motivation✅ You are capable of more than you believeRESOURCESRead the Full Blog: https://www.revenconcepts.com/showing-up-consistency/EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDENWebsite: https://revenconcepts.com/ Podcast Library: https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN: https://www.revenconcepts.com/Subscribe for weekly mindset coaching, self-discipline strategies, and personal development conversations designed to help ambitious professionals build consistency, confidence, and long-term success.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!

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Most people treat prayer like a fire extinguisher — something you grab in an emergency. Daniel treated it like oxygen. Three times a day, every day, even when a law was passed making it punishable by death. What makes someone that consistent? And what happens when they are?

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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 Kurt Farquhar. Television & Film Composer, Founder of Fall Crop Productions and True Music ProNotable Credits: The King of Queens, Girlfriends, The Parkers, Being Mary Jane, The Proud Family, The Neighborhood, Black LightningAwards: 10 BMI AwardsTenure: 38+ years in television Purpose of the Interview The purpose of this interview is to educate and inspire creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals about longevity, adaptability, and wealth-building behind the scenes. Kurt Farquhar’s journey highlights how sustainable success comes from mastery of craft, relationship-building, and treating creativity as a business—not chasing visibility or fame. Rushion McDonald uses Kurt’s career as a blueprint for: Building mailbox money through residuals Staying relevant across decades of industry change Monetizing intellectual property Leveraging relationships to sustain opportunity Core Themes Discussed Longevity vs. “getting on” Behind-the-scenes success Residual income (“mailbox money”) Adaptability in changing industries Creative originality Relationship capital Diversifying income through ownership Treating art like a business Key Takeaways 1. Staying In Is Harder Than Getting In While many focus on breaking into the industry, Kurt emphasizes that lasting success requires constant reinvention. “The continuing it for the 30-plus years has been way harder than the getting in in the first.” Insight: Longevity requires discipline, humility, and evolution. 2. Behind-the-Scenes Roles Can Be More Sustainable Kurt chose composing over performing, allowing him to age into his career rather than age out of it. “In television and film… all I’ve got to say is John Williams is in his 90s and still composing.” Insight: Choose lanes that allow long-term relevance and recurring income. 3. Residual Income Is Real Wealth Rushion and Kurt discuss “mailbox money”—recurring payments from past work. “If you just had the mailbox money for King of Queens, you’d be fine.” Insight: True financial freedom comes from owning work that keeps paying. 4. Adaptability Is Non‑Negotiable Kurt has survived massive industry shifts—from analog tape to digital production—by embracing change. “Sustain that good idea, change it, polish it up, and mold it for the changing times.” Insight: Talent without adaptability becomes obsolete. 5. Originality Comes From Listening, Not Forcing a Style Kurt avoids creative stagnation by serving the story, not his ego. “I don’t come in every day trying to force the singular style I’ve done for 38 years.” Insight: Longevity depends on collaboration and humility. 6. Relationships Are Career Currency Kurt credits long-term success to consistently showing up for people—before they’re powerful. “If you only call someone once you read they’ve got something coming up, it’s already too late.” Insight: Relationships built without agenda produce lasting opportunity. 7. Saying “Yes” Creates Opportunity Kurt embraces what he calls the power of yes. “I figure I can say yes more than you and end up making more and doing better.” Insight: Opportunity favors those who remain open, prepared, and professional. 8. Ownership Multiplies Creativity Into Business Kurt built True Music Pro, a licensing library used across major networks and streaming platforms. “I realized companies were licensing more of my music than I was… so I built my own library.” Insight: Ownership turns talent into scalable income. Notable Quotes “The journey to stay in is harder than the journey to get in.” “Treat it like a business and it might treat you in kind.” “I do my job, I do it the best I can, and I move on to the next one.” “Character is character. Relationships matter.” “That success doesn’t happen by accident. It happens with care.” Overall Impact of the Interview This interview serves as a masterclass on creative longevity and wealth-building without celebrity dependency. Kurt Farquhar’s story reframes success as: Consistent excellence Relationship stewardship Business ownership Adaptability across generations It is especially powerful for: Creatives seeking sustainable careers Entrepreneurs building IP-based businesses Professionals navigating long-term relevance Anyone pursuing “quiet wealth” over public fame #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMISee 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 Kurt Farquhar. Television & Film Composer, Founder of Fall Crop Productions and True Music ProNotable Credits: The King of Queens, Girlfriends, The Parkers, Being Mary Jane, The Proud Family, The Neighborhood, Black LightningAwards: 10 BMI AwardsTenure: 38+ years in television Purpose of the Interview The purpose of this interview is to educate and inspire creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals about longevity, adaptability, and wealth-building behind the scenes. Kurt Farquhar’s journey highlights how sustainable success comes from mastery of craft, relationship-building, and treating creativity as a business—not chasing visibility or fame. Rushion McDonald uses Kurt’s career as a blueprint for: Building mailbox money through residuals Staying relevant across decades of industry change Monetizing intellectual property Leveraging relationships to sustain opportunity Core Themes Discussed Longevity vs. “getting on” Behind-the-scenes success Residual income (“mailbox money”) Adaptability in changing industries Creative originality Relationship capital Diversifying income through ownership Treating art like a business Key Takeaways 1. Staying In Is Harder Than Getting In While many focus on breaking into the industry, Kurt emphasizes that lasting success requires constant reinvention. “The continuing it for the 30-plus years has been way harder than the getting in in the first.” Insight: Longevity requires discipline, humility, and evolution. 2. Behind-the-Scenes Roles Can Be More Sustainable Kurt chose composing over performing, allowing him to age into his career rather than age out of it. “In television and film… all I’ve got to say is John Williams is in his 90s and still composing.” Insight: Choose lanes that allow long-term relevance and recurring income. 3. Residual Income Is Real Wealth Rushion and Kurt discuss “mailbox money”—recurring payments from past work. “If you just had the mailbox money for King of Queens, you’d be fine.” Insight: True financial freedom comes from owning work that keeps paying. 4. Adaptability Is Non‑Negotiable Kurt has survived massive industry shifts—from analog tape to digital production—by embracing change. “Sustain that good idea, change it, polish it up, and mold it for the changing times.” Insight: Talent without adaptability becomes obsolete. 5. Originality Comes From Listening, Not Forcing a Style Kurt avoids creative stagnation by serving the story, not his ego. “I don’t come in every day trying to force the singular style I’ve done for 38 years.” Insight: Longevity depends on collaboration and humility. 6. Relationships Are Career Currency Kurt credits long-term success to consistently showing up for people—before they’re powerful. “If you only call someone once you read they’ve got something coming up, it’s already too late.” Insight: Relationships built without agenda produce lasting opportunity. 7. Saying “Yes” Creates Opportunity Kurt embraces what he calls the power of yes. “I figure I can say yes more than you and end up making more and doing better.” Insight: Opportunity favors those who remain open, prepared, and professional. 8. Ownership Multiplies Creativity Into Business Kurt built True Music Pro, a licensing library used across major networks and streaming platforms. “I realized companies were licensing more of my music than I was… so I built my own library.” Insight: Ownership turns talent into scalable income. Notable Quotes “The journey to stay in is harder than the journey to get in.” “Treat it like a business and it might treat you in kind.” “I do my job, I do it the best I can, and I move on to the next one.” “Character is character. Relationships matter.” “That success doesn’t happen by accident. It happens with care.” Overall Impact of the Interview This interview serves as a masterclass on creative longevity and wealth-building without celebrity dependency. Kurt Farquhar’s story reframes success as: Consistent excellence Relationship stewardship Business ownership Adaptability across generations It is especially powerful for: Creatives seeking sustainable careers Entrepreneurs building IP-based businesses Professionals navigating long-term relevance Anyone pursuing “quiet wealth” over public fame #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMISupport 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 Kurt Farquhar. Television & Film Composer, Founder of Fall Crop Productions and True Music ProNotable Credits: The King of Queens, Girlfriends, The Parkers, Being Mary Jane, The Proud Family, The Neighborhood, Black LightningAwards: 10 BMI AwardsTenure: 38+ years in television Purpose of the Interview The purpose of this interview is to educate and inspire creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals about longevity, adaptability, and wealth-building behind the scenes. Kurt Farquhar’s journey highlights how sustainable success comes from mastery of craft, relationship-building, and treating creativity as a business—not chasing visibility or fame. Rushion McDonald uses Kurt’s career as a blueprint for: Building mailbox money through residuals Staying relevant across decades of industry change Monetizing intellectual property Leveraging relationships to sustain opportunity Core Themes Discussed Longevity vs. “getting on” Behind-the-scenes success Residual income (“mailbox money”) Adaptability in changing industries Creative originality Relationship capital Diversifying income through ownership Treating art like a business Key Takeaways 1. Staying In Is Harder Than Getting In While many focus on breaking into the industry, Kurt emphasizes that lasting success requires constant reinvention. “The continuing it for the 30-plus years has been way harder than the getting in in the first.” Insight: Longevity requires discipline, humility, and evolution. 2. Behind-the-Scenes Roles Can Be More Sustainable Kurt chose composing over performing, allowing him to age into his career rather than age out of it. “In television and film… all I’ve got to say is John Williams is in his 90s and still composing.” Insight: Choose lanes that allow long-term relevance and recurring income. 3. Residual Income Is Real Wealth Rushion and Kurt discuss “mailbox money”—recurring payments from past work. “If you just had the mailbox money for King of Queens, you’d be fine.” Insight: True financial freedom comes from owning work that keeps paying. 4. Adaptability Is Non‑Negotiable Kurt has survived massive industry shifts—from analog tape to digital production—by embracing change. “Sustain that good idea, change it, polish it up, and mold it for the changing times.” Insight: Talent without adaptability becomes obsolete. 5. Originality Comes From Listening, Not Forcing a Style Kurt avoids creative stagnation by serving the story, not his ego. “I don’t come in every day trying to force the singular style I’ve done for 38 years.” Insight: Longevity depends on collaboration and humility. 6. Relationships Are Career Currency Kurt credits long-term success to consistently showing up for people—before they’re powerful. “If you only call someone once you read they’ve got something coming up, it’s already too late.” Insight: Relationships built without agenda produce lasting opportunity. 7. Saying “Yes” Creates Opportunity Kurt embraces what he calls the power of yes. “I figure I can say yes more than you and end up making more and doing better.” Insight: Opportunity favors those who remain open, prepared, and professional. 8. Ownership Multiplies Creativity Into Business Kurt built True Music Pro, a licensing library used across major networks and streaming platforms. “I realized companies were licensing more of my music than I was… so I built my own library.” Insight: Ownership turns talent into scalable income. Notable Quotes “The journey to stay in is harder than the journey to get in.” “Treat it like a business and it might treat you in kind.” “I do my job, I do it the best I can, and I move on to the next one.” “Character is character. Relationships matter.” “That success doesn’t happen by accident. It happens with care.” Overall Impact of the Interview This interview serves as a masterclass on creative longevity and wealth-building without celebrity dependency. Kurt Farquhar’s story reframes success as: Consistent excellence Relationship stewardship Business ownership Adaptability across generations It is especially powerful for: Creatives seeking sustainable careers Entrepreneurs building IP-based businesses Professionals navigating long-term relevance Anyone pursuing “quiet wealth” over public fame #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ALPHA HOUR EVERYDAY WITH GOD IS EVERYDAY IN VICTORY

Let's talk about the grace and forgiveness for things that aren't as big as they may seem to be when they occur. We all make mistakes and we can either let that mistake be the end of the impact, or we can allow our reactions to make an even bigger impact. Accountability is how we can learn to overcome our mistakes and create new healthy patterns we can rely on. Consistent execution is how we build that action of accountability into repeatable reliability. Accountability today creates a legacy tomorrow. Having a backup plan helps ensure the execution takes place regardless of any setbacks that may pop up in life. Remember though, actions speak louder than words. If you want to truly teach others, you have to do it that way for yourself first to prove success is possible for all. Make a plan you can execute on and stick to it. Or, know that if the day isn't rigid, it's okay to relax and give yourself grace in order to enjoy that much needed rest. Don't cast your unrealistic expectations onto others without having an intentional plan in place to ensure its success. Know that achievements aren't made without consistent effort and execution behind it. Live your life with solutions, erase the excuses, give grace to humanity, and lead by example. Be part of a community that doesn't just expect to be magically saved from all of life's problems, but willing to support each other with reciprocation when needed. We are all going through something, remember that before you so quickly cast judgment or blame. Show forgiveness when accidents happen and make a positive impact on other people you encounter. Feeding the hate mill is easy, take accountability and be the example of integrity you wish to see in other people, especially those little people who look up to you to teach them how to live life.

The NEW Market Wizards book is out now! Today, Austin Silver sits down with Jack Schwager and George Coyle, authors of the brand new and world-famous Market Wizards series. Jack Schwager has spent 35 years interviewing the best traders in the world. In this episode, he and co-author George Coyle break down the newest class of Market Wizards — nine traders with verified track records who figured out something most traders never do. We go chapter by chapter and pull out the real takeaways for active traders.Get the book -- https://amzn.to/4xj1jxWSponsor: Prop Firm Match Compare over 40 prop firms — rules, drawdowns, payouts, scalability.Code MATCH to save on any firm!Click here — ⁠https://www.propfirmmatch.com/?a_aid=asfx

If you have ever gotten inspired, done the work, and then watched it all fall away when life got busy = this is for you.The Monthly Reset is a free personal growth community founded by Phi Dang, Resident Intuitive Coach, Life and Business Coach, Human Design Reader, and Psychic Intuitive. Built around one thing: keeping you in momentum even when motivation runs dry. Consistent, structured, and full of people who are on the same path as you.What makes The Monthly Reset different is the team behind it. Every guide has been personally experienced by Phi herself. Find out a little bit more about our beautiful guides Caitlin, Han and Katherine in this episode. Join The Monthly ResetWork with PhiLearn more about 1:1 Coaching with Phi here.Apply for 1:1 Coaching with Phi here.Book a Human Design Reading with Phi here.Phi's book; The Great Unlearning: Awakening to Living an Aligned and Authentic Life.Message Phi on InstagramEmail PhiPlay Retreat Sri Lanka November 2026

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In this LoanOfficerPodcast.com episode the host Chris Johnstone sits down with Andy Price to discuss how he built a recession-proof mortgage business through referrals, relationships, and consistency. With over 25 years in the industry and hundreds of five-star reviews, Andy shares the mindset and strategies that continue to help him grow in changing markets. In this episode, you'll learn: * How Andy generates the majority of his mortgage business through referrals and past clients * The daily habits and relationship-building strategies that help loan officers stay consistent * Why AI, Google Business Profiles, and online reputation are becoming major opportunities for mortgage professionals If you want to build a long-term mortgage business that survives any market, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately. Listen now and if you enjoy the episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review to help more loan officers discover the show!

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In this episode, you'll hear how an immigrant entrepreneur leveraged authenticity, storytelling, and smart content strategy to turn a resume platform into a powerful engine for referrals, hiring, and personal brand.   In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Jimmy Lai discuss: Using LinkedIn as an “Instagram” for lawyers and professionals Immigration journey, E-2 visa risk, and launching a law firm from scratch Clarifying goals on LinkedIn: clients, brand, or relationships Authenticity, lived experience, and personal storytelling in content Hooks, comments, and practical tactics to grow reach and engagement   Key Takeaways: Treating LinkedIn as a place to learn, be entertained, and build real relationships can transform it from a static resume into a dynamic growth channel. Before posting, get crystal clear on whether your primary goal is client acquisition, personal branding, or relationship-building, and let that drive your strategy. Consistent content built around a few focused pillars and rooted in lived experience tends to outperform generic, “professional-only” posts. Engagement doesn't start with posting; thoughtful, value-adding comments can be the safest and most effective way to warm up and build relationships. Sustainable business growth often requires letting go of the need to do everything yourself and delegating to capable people who can reliably handle 80% of the work.   "My big mistake as an entrepreneur was thinking that I'm the best at everything, and I need to do everything myself… we didn't hit exponential growth until I was ready to let go." —  Jimmy Lai   Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again.   Join the Be That Lawyer Community and connect with ambitious lawyers who are serious about growing their book of business, strengthening their brand, and becoming confident, consistent rainmakers.   Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/   Thank you to our Sponsor! LEX Reception: https://www.lexreception.com/partners/bethatlawyer Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/ Lawyer.com: https://www.lawyer.com/   Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/   About Jimmy Lai: Drawing from a diverse, multicultural background and a multilingual K-12 education spanning Taiwan, the United States, Japan, Germany, and England, Jimmy has always possessed a global perspective. This unique background, combined with his experience as an international student, fueled his passion for immigration law and his desire to help others achieve the American Dream. After earning his undergraduate marketing degree from the University of Central Oklahoma—where he was honored as the sole recipient of the prestigious Top Central Man award—he went on to complete his JD/MBA at the University of Oklahoma in 2021. Rather than taking the conventional route of joining an established firm as a junior associate, Jimmy co-founded Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC in 2022 alongside his close friend Braden Turner to "do law differently." As the firm's managing attorney, Jimmy has guided Lai & Turner through rapid growth, expanding its services from immigration to include estate planning, criminal defense, real estate, and personal injury, all while ensuring every client receives premier representation rooted in the firm's core values.   Connect with Jimmy Lai:   Website: https://www.laiturnerlaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmylai-jdmba   Connect with Steve Fretzin: LinkedIn: Steve Fretzin Twitter: @stevefretzin Instagram: @fretzinsteve Facebook: Fretzin, Inc. Website: Fretzin.com Email: Steve@Fretzin.com Book: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more! YouTube: Steve Fretzin Call Steve directly at 847-602-6911   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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ALPHA HOUR EVERYDAY WITH GOD IS EVERYDAY IN VICTORY

Paul Pierce is an NBA Hall of Famer, NBA Champion, Finals MVP, and one of the 75 greatest players in basketball history. In this episode, Travis breaks down the biggest lessons he learned from his conversation with Paul, exploring how elite performers use goal setting, environment design, relentless work ethic, and an underdog mentality to achieve extraordinary success. Whether you're building a business, advancing your career, or pursuing a personal goal, Paul's journey offers valuable insights into what it takes to perform at the highest level. On this episode we talk about: Why short-term goals are the foundation of long-term success How your environment shapes your habits, decisions, and outcomes The difference between talent and the work required to maximize it Using rejection, setbacks, and being underestimated as motivation Why appreciating success in the moment is harder—and more important—than most people realize Top 3 Takeaways Focus on the next step, not the entire staircase. Long-term success is built through a series of achievable short-term goals that create momentum and confidence. Design your environment for success. It's easier to build winning habits when your surroundings support your goals rather than constantly tempt you away from them. Talent only creates opportunity. Consistent effort, discipline, and work ethic are what separate high performers from everyone else at the highest levels. Notable Quotes "Short-term goals are the engine of long-term greatness." "Control your environment before it controls you." "Talent without work is just potential—and potential does not make Hall of Famers." Connect with Paul Pierce: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpierce Other: Travis's full interview with Paul A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever feel motivated one week and completely off track the next?In this episode, I answer a question from a homeschool mom of three (with baby #4 on the way!) who wants to create more consistency in her homeschool. We talk about time management, routines, motivation, building sustainable habits, and how to create a homeschool that works even during busy seasons of life.If you've ever wondered how to stay consistent when you don't feel motivated, this episode is for you.

Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance CEO, explains the need for continued investment to tackle child poverty.

Episode 164: The Best and Most Consistent Lead Source in Real Estate — Here's How to Use It Most Realtors are out here chasing cold leads, running ads, and grinding for strangers — while their single most powerful lead source sits completely untapped. Your people. Your sphere. Your past clients. The ones who already know you, like you, and trust you. In this episode, I'm breaking down the two things you need to do to get consistent business from your people — and why most agents get this completely wrong. It's not about posting more, calling more, or doing more. Here's the mindset shift that changes everything: you think your people forgot about you. They didn't. They think you forgot about them. Once you understand that, everything about how you show up for your sphere changes — and so does your business. In this episode: Why your sphere is your most underutilized asset The two things that create consistent referrals from your people How to approach your people in a way that feels natural (not salesy) Why the Rich & Referred way creates a business you actually love Join Rich&Referred Membership Email hello@commissionqueen.com for private coaching info

In this episode, the conversation gets into the sneaky side of restriction. The kind that hides inside wellness culture, clean eating, safe choices, food guilt, and the constant running commentary in your head about what you should or should not eat. And honestly? A lot of it feels so normal that you do not even realize it's happening. There's also a really important conversation about why binge eating does not always come from physical deprivation alone. Psychological restriction matters too. Which is deeply annoying information for anyone who thought eating "enough calories" automatically meant they were healed. Quotes "Restriction lives in rules, not necessarily in the amounts." - Rachelle Heinemann "If there's a constant peanut gallery running on the commentary on whatever you eat, that's restriction." - Rachelle Heinemann "Your body is not necessarily distinguishing between not eating and not letting yourself eat freely." - Rachelle Heinemann "The fear itself is also part of the restrict-binge cycle." - Rachelle Heinemann "Restriction is anything that shrinks your relationship with food and with wanting it." - Rachelle Heinemann "You might have been living with this internally so long that it feels so normal. You might be living among people who are just immersed in wellness or diet culture for so long that it feels normal." - Rachelle Heinemann "The rigidity in your mind creates its own form of deprivation." - Rachelle Heinemann  Frequently Asked Questions What counts as restriction if I'm technically eating enough? Restriction is not only about calories or portion sizes. Psychological restriction counts too. Food rules, labeling foods as "bad," mentally negotiating every meal, delaying food until you've "earned it," or constantly trying to control what you eat can all create a restrictive relationship with food.   Can restriction cause binge eating? Yes. Restriction is one of the biggest drivers of binge eating. When your body and brain feel deprived, physically or psychologically, it can create intense urges around food that feel chaotic or out of control.   Why do I binge even when I wasn't hungry? A binge does not always start from physical hunger. Mental restriction, food rules, stress around eating, and feelings of deprivation can all trigger binge eating, even if you recently ate.   What is psychological restriction? Psychological restriction is the mental side of dieting and food control. It includes obsessing over food choices, feeling guilty after eating, constantly planning how to "make up" for food, or believing certain foods are off limits even if you occasionally allow yourself to eat them.   Why do I feel obsessed with food all the time? Food obsession is often connected to restriction. When your brain perceives food scarcity, whether through dieting, food rules, or inconsistent eating, it increases focus on food as a survival response.   Can food rules lead to binge eating? Yes. Strict food rules often increase feelings of deprivation, which can intensify cravings and lead to binge-restrict cycles. The more rigid the rules become, the more emotionally charged food tends to feel.   Why does intuitive eating feel out of control for me? For many people recovering from dieting or disordered eating, jumping straight into intuitive eating without structure can feel overwhelming. Hunger cues and trust around food are often distorted after years of restriction. Consistent, structured eating usually helps rebuild stability first.   What is the restrict-binge cycle? The restrict-binge cycle happens when restriction leads to deprivation, obsession with food, urges to binge, guilt afterward, and then renewed attempts to restrict again. The cycle repeats because the restriction itself is often fueling the binge behavior.   How do I stop obsessing over food? Usually not through more control. Eating consistently, reducing food rules, allowing flexibility with food, and rebuilding trust with your body can help decrease obsessive thoughts about food over time.   Why do I feel guilty after eating certain foods? Food guilt is often learned through dieting, wellness culture, and rigid beliefs about "good" and "bad" foods. When food becomes morally charged, eating certain foods can trigger shame, anxiety, or urges to compensate afterward.   Can you recover from binge eating without dieting? Recovery from binge eating usually involves reducing restriction, not increasing it. Healing the relationship with food often requires moving away from rigid dieting behaviors and learning consistent nourishment and flexibility.   What are subtle signs of disordered eating? Some subtle signs include constantly thinking about food, avoiding certain foods, anxiety around eating socially, mentally tracking calories or portions, needing to "earn" food, guilt after eating, and feeling out of control around foods you try to restrict.   Why do I feel out of control around certain foods? Foods often become more emotionally intense when they are restricted or labeled as forbidden. The feeling of losing control around food is frequently connected to deprivation, not lack of willpower.   How do I rebuild trust with food? Trust is rebuilt through consistency. Eating regularly, reducing rigid food rules, working toward flexibility, and creating a more predictable relationship with food can help your brain and body feel safer over time. Resources Brave on Purpose! - Grab my new book here! Grab my Journal Prompts Here! Looking for a speaker for an upcoming event? Let's chat! Now accepting new clients! Find out if we're a good fit!    LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who may need this podcast by sharing this episode. Be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter here! You can connect with me on Instagram @rachelleheinemann, through my website www.rachelleheinemann.com, or email me directly at rachelle@rachelleheinemann.com

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In this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast, host Mark Ledlow is joined by Forhad Razzaque, president and President of Integras Intelligence in New York, to discuss his career path and the security industry's current risk landscape. They explore the importance of company culture, long-term partnerships, business resilience, and the evolving landscape of executive protection and intelligence services.Forhad shares lessons from building a business alongside his longtime partner Tony Picciano, emphasizing how trust, mutual respect, and a customer-first mindset have helped them navigate both difficult and successful periods. The discussion highlights the growing role of intelligence analysts, the need for security leaders to demonstrate measurable value, and how organizations are becoming leaner while demanding greater efficiency.The conversation also dives into marketing, podcasting, social media, and relationship-building as essential business development tools. Forhad explains how consistency and persistence often create opportunities years later, while Mark shares how digital platforms have transformed how clients discover and evaluate security professionals.They conclude by discussing the future of executive protection, the rise of digital executive protection, and why relationships, adaptability, and continuous learning remain critical for long-term success in the security industry.Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.KEY TAKEAWAYS• Strong business partnerships are tested during both the worst and best times—mutual respect is what sustains them.• Company culture starts at the leadership level and spreads throughout the organization.• Technology enables security operations, but people remain the most important component.• Organizations increasingly want efficiency and measurable results rather than simply adding headcount.• Security professionals must communicate and quantify their value to executive leadership.• Sales and marketing should never stop, even when business is booming.• Consistent content creation builds credibility and trust over time, even when results are not immediate.• The best marketing often comes from educating people and providing value before asking for business.• Success in executive protection increasingly requires adaptability, relationship-building, and business acumen.• Digital executive protection is becoming a major growth area as executives face increasing online exposure and privacy risks.• Building relationships is about giving first, not taking.• Long-term business success comes from persistence, patience, and continuously showing up.QUOTES"Every day is not a good day, but let's work together, find a common middle ground, and work through our problems." "The most important thing is the customer." "Strategy before tactics." "The sales and marketing of an organization is 24/7, 365." "Discomfort is a natural part of life, and discomfort is also a sign of growth." "Either you do it or you don't do it. And if you do it, you've got to stick with it." "You never know who's listening. You never know what opportunities are being created." "Everything is driven by sales. If you don't have opportunity, you don't have customers." "Relationship building is not about getting. Relationship building is about giving." "Don't be afraid and being stupid are two different things." Get to know more about Forhad Razzaque through the link/s below.https://www.linkedin.com/in/forhadrazzaque/To hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://the-fearless-mindset.simplecast.com/ or listen on major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video.

My interview with Steven begins at 28 minutes Watch and Subscribe to 6 Questions with Steven Beschloss Read and Subscribe to Steven Beschloss Writer, journalist, editor, filmmaker, professor For more than four decades, Steven Beschloss has created award-winning stories, as a writer, journalist, editor and filmmaker. Consistent in this work is a passion for writing and a belief in the transformative power of story. As a writer and journalist -- from the U.S. and Europe -- his writing on international and urban affairs, politics, economics, education, art and culture has been published by The New Yorker,  The Washington Post, The New York Times, The New Republic, Smithsonian, The Chicago Tribune, The Wall Street Journal, Parade Magazine, National Geographic, The Economist Intelligence Unit and dozens of other print and online outlets. He's been nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, selected Journalist of the Year in Virginia, and honored with a magazine writing award by the American Society of Journalists and Authors. He is the author of the narrative book, The Gunman and His Mother: Lee Harvey Oswald, Marguerite Oswald and The Making of an Assassin, a bestselling Amazon Kindle Single and newly updated and published by Open Road Media. He is also the co-author of Adrift: Charting Our Course Back to a Great Nation (Prometheus Books), a featured guest on MSNBC, Fox Business and NPR, and he writes and publishes America, America, a popular Substack newsletter focused on politics and society, democracy and justice. Beschloss is also an adjunct professor at New York University's Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute. He was previously a professor of practice at Arizona State University, where he founded and directed the Narrative Storytelling Initiative and worked at the College of Global Futures and the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. At ASU, he also led narrative development, serving under the president's office. In addition to his work as a journalist, writing and editing for magazines and newspapers, Beschloss has taken on various roles as a scriptwriter, producer and director for film and television. His projects have included documentary and fiction films for European television, such as The Miracle, shot in Saint Petersburg, Russia, for the French-German ARTE channel and first screened at the Pompidou Centre in Paris. In 2003, he co-wrote and co-produced Paris, a noir thriller shot in Los Angeles and Las Vegas that premiered in competition at the Tribeca Film Festival, was acquired by 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment, sold to more than 20 countries, and aired for nearly two years on the Showtime movie channels. A Chicago native and married father of two daughters, Beschloss has lived and worked in New York, London, Helsinki, Moscow and Los Angeles.  He is a graduate of Haverford College, earned his master's degree at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalis On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo All things Jon Carroll  Buy Ava's Art  Subscribe to Piano Tuner Paul Paul Wesley on Substack Listen to Barry and Abigail Hummel Podcast Listen to Matty C Podcast and Substack Follow and Support Pete Coe Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing

SUMMARY In this episode, Sensei Diane shares her 47-year journey in martial arts, discussing the evolution of women's participation, the challenges faced in training, and the importance of consistency and motivation. She reflects on her transition from student to teacher and emphasizes the transformative power of martial arts in building self-esteem and community. She also shares her journey from martial arts practitioner to teacher, discussing her passion for joint locks and the importance of adapting training for aging bodies. She emphasizes the need for women in martial arts to have a platform and the lessons learned from organizing events. Sensei Diane reflects on how martial arts has been a lifeline during difficult times and the importance of sharing knowledge within the community. Looking to the future, she expresses her desire to make martial arts accessible for older individuals and the necessity of consistent training for self-defense.   TAKEAWAYS Diane has been training in martial arts for 47 years. She started martial arts for self-defense due to a rough job environment. The dojo environment was welcoming, encouraging her to stay. Training in the 80s was different, with fewer women involved. Women often have to drop out of training due to family responsibilities. Diane's motivation evolved from self-defense to helping others. Consistency in training is crucial for mental and physical health. The dojo serves as a place to leave troubles behind and recharge. Diane emphasizes the importance of not quitting, even when motivation wanes. Transitioning from student to teacher was a natural progression for Diane. Learning multiple martial arts can enhance overall skills. Ego should be left at the door in martial arts training. Feedback from participants is crucial for event improvement. Martial arts serves as a vital social network for practitioners. Martial arts can be a lifeline during personal hardships. Sharing knowledge is essential for growth in martial arts. Adapting training for older individuals is a future goal. Consistent training is necessary for effective self-defense. To connect with Sensei Diane: www.thepowma.org dianeoc@thepowma.org   Join our EXCLUSIVE newsletter to get notified of each episode as it comes out! Subscribe — whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

In this lesson from the Gate of Repentance (Shaar HaTeshuvah), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe emphasizes a fundamental truth: the best time to repent and grow is now, while we still possess strength, passion, and opportunity. Waiting until old age, when temptations have naturally faded and energy has diminished, is not the ideal form of teshuvah. True growth occurs when a person actively chooses holiness while still possessing the desires and drives that make the choice meaningful. The episode explores the fleeting nature of life and the danger of procrastination. Drawing from the teachings of Pirkei Avos, Rabbi Wolbe reminds listeners that life passes "like the shadow of a bird in flight." The work of self-improvement is vast, time is limited, and human nature tends toward delay. Therefore, a person must not postpone spiritual growth, repairing relationships, acts of kindness, or commitments to Hashem. The opportunity available today may not exist tomorrow. Rabbi Wolbe also offers a practical and encouraging perspective on personal growth. Hashem does not demand perfection; He asks for sincere effort. Like laborers working a difficult field who produce only a fraction of the desired harvest, our responsibility is to work diligently even if our accomplishments seem modest. Small, consistent actions—whether in repentance, prayer, Torah study, or charity—create lasting transformation. The focus should not be on achieving perfection overnight, but on building spiritual strength one step at a time._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on September 8, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 8, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #Repentance, #Teshuva, #YomKippur, #NewBeginning, #StopProcrastinating, #StartToday, #JewishWisdom, #AtomicHabits ★ Support this podcast ★

Drag by 2 PM? In this Supplement Ingredient Series episode, Nurse Doza breaks down NAD+, the coenzyme your cells use to make energy (ATP), and why levels dip with age and stress. He explains how NAD+ injections at home through SHED's provider-guided telehealth program offer a convenient way to support steady all-day energy, sharper focus, and less brain fog. Try it with code DOZA40 for 40% off. Featured Partner: SHED SHED is a telehealth provider that ships physician-reviewed NAD+ at-home injection kits, so you can keep a consistent NAD+ routine without booking a clinic IV drip — exactly the kind of convenient, repeatable protocol Nurse Doza describes in this episode. Always follow the dosing and technique guidance from your SHED provider.

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What if raising secure kids has less to do with what you do wrong as a parent — and more to do with teaching them to build the right relationships from the start? My guest this week is Dr. Amir Levine, molecular neuroscientist, child psychiatrist, and associate professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University. His new book, Secure: The Revolutionary Guide to Creating a Secure Life, offers a unified theory of relationships with surprisingly concrete tools for building security at any age. This episode shares specific, teachable tools for helping kids of all ages — including neurodivergent kids — move through the world with greater security. What you'll learn: Why less than 10% of adult attachment style can be explained by parenting and why that's good news if you've been worrying you've already "done something wrong" What CARP means (Consistent, Available, Responsive, Reliable, Predictable) and why teaching kids to look for CARP friends can shape their relationship patterns for life Why our brains chase drama and ignore the secure people already around us and how to redirect toward a "secure village" How small, everyday micro-interactions create structural changes in the brain and why each one is an opportunity This episode is brought to you buy: BetterHelp: You don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/humans. Uresta: Learn more about this amazing breakthrough, trusted by over 50 thousand women at Uresta.com Tumble: Machine Washable Rugs, Made Better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com/HUMANS Great Wolf Lodge: Bring your pack together at a Lodge near you. Learn more at GreatWolf.com