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Are you waiting to feel motivated before you finally take action? In this episode, I explain why motivation is unreliable and why consistency is the real key to building the life, business, and habits you want. I'll show you how small daily actions, done consistently, create unstoppable momentum and lead to long-term success. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready to master your mind and create real, lasting change, click the link below and start transforming your life today.

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IT'S HERE! Vincent A. Lanci brings his final Chapter in this bonus series filled with inspiration, hope, and powerful messages you will want to hear. He shares his inspiring journey of overcoming a Traumatic Brain Injury, building resilience, and leveraging systems to succeed in mental health management and entrepreneurship.As You Listen:00:00 Introduction: Expectations and Reality in Life01:22 Vincent's Personal Journey and Overcoming Challenges02:18 The Impact of Public Speaking and Building Credibility04:41 Lessons Learned from Paid and Pro Bono Opportunities06:33 The Importance of a Support Network for TBI Survivors07:00 Adapting to COVID and Career Shifts08:27 Managing Mental Health and Building Systems10:24 Daily Routines and Exercise for Mental Wellbeing12:14 Self-awareness and Personality Insights (Myers-Briggs)13:34 The Power of Networking and Mentorship15:01 Life Lessons: Expectations vs. Reality16:27 Turning Adversity into Opportunity17:56 Authoring Books and Sharing Knowledge18:24 Entrepreneurial Mindset and Dedication20:31 The Role of Resilience and Community Support21:27 Therapy, Mental Health, and Normalizing Conversations22:56 Final Thoughts: Growth, Learning, and Giving Back   

SubtitleIn this Episode Enoch Graham shares practical strategies for growing abundant food in small urban spaces. Drawing on 15 years of gardening in the Rogue Valley of Southern Oregon, Enoch explains how to maximize production in patios, rooftops, and compact yards. He outlines his Nine Keys to Small Space Gardening, covering water systems, sunlight management, container growing, vertical gardening, soil health, and creative use of limited space. The conversation also explores soil biology, organic practices, and why patience, especially during the first year, is essential for long-term garden success.Our Guest: Enoch Graham is the host of the weekend Gardening Talk YouTube show 'Let's Get Growing'. He has interviewed hundreds of the world's top gardening communicators and shares his small space gardening practices on his YouTube channel, the Urban Gardener. He has been growing his urban food garden for 15 years in Southern Oregon's Rogue Valley, utilizing many different spaces from a cemented back patio and to a carport rooftop to grow peppers. He has learned a lot over the years and truly loves sharing his experience with other passionate growers in the gardening community.Key TopicsEnoch GrahamSmall space urban gardeningContainer gardeningDrip irrigation and drip tapeRainwater capture and alternative water sourcesSunlight management in urban environmentsVertical gardening and trellisingLayered planting systemsSoil health and organic soil buildingCompost and organic matterBiochar in soil mixesOMRI-certified organic soil productsNo-till container gardeningRogue Valley, Southern OregonQuestions AnsweredWhat are the most important factors for growing food in small urban spaces?Enoch outlines nine key principles that guide successful small-space gardening: reliable water access, adequate sunlight, containers, vertical growing, layered planting, soil management, and creative use of available spaces.How can urban gardeners secure a reliable water supply?Gardeners should start by identifying nearby water sources such as hose spigots, rain barrels, gray water systems, condensation capture, or stormwater runoff. Consistent watering is essential, especially in container gardens where soil dries quickly.What irrigation methods work best for small gardens?Hand watering allows gardeners to observe plant health closely. However, automated drip irrigation systems or drip tape with timers are helpful when gardeners are away or during hot summer months.How do buildings and urban structures affect sunlight?Walls, fences, and tall buildings can create heavy shade. Gardeners should observe how sunlight moves through the space during the day and select shade-tolerant crops when necessary.Why are containers essential in urban gardens?Containers allow gardening on patios, rooftops, and paved surfaces. Larger containers—typically five gallons or more—help maintain moisture and support stronger plant growth compared to smaller pots.How can vertical growing increase productivity?Trellising vining crops like tomatoes, peas, beans, cucumbers, and even melons allows gardeners to grow upward instead of outward, maximizing limited square footage.What does layering mean in a garden system?Layering involves growing plants at different heights—similar to a food forest—so taller plants capture sunlight above while shade-tolerant plants grow beneath them.Why is soil management especially important in container gardening?Container soil must provide structure, drainage, nutrients, and living biology. Good mixes often include compost, coco coir, vermiculite or perlite, and organic amendments.Why might a container garden struggle in its first year?New soil takes time to develop microbial life and balance. Gardeners should expect improvement in subsequent seasons as soil biology develops.How can gardeners maintain healthy container soil long-term?Instead of replacing soil each year, gardeners can treat containers like no-till systems by simply adding compost annually to replenish organic matter and nutrients.Episode HighlightsSuccessful small-space gardening starts with reliable water access and consistent irrigation.Urban shade patterns require careful observation before choosing crops.Five-gallon containers or larger help stabilize moisture and support plant growth.Vertical trellising dramatically increases yield per square foot.Layering plants mimics natural ecosystems and maximizes sunlight use.Healthy soil contains dirt, air space, water, organic matter, and living organisms.OMRI-certified products help maintain organic growing practices.Container soil improves over time as microbial life develops and compost is added annually.Calls to Action & ResourcesDrip Tape Class — Learn irrigation techniques taught each March by Urban FarmUrban Gardener YouTube Channel — Enoch Graham shares small-space gardening practices - https://www.youtube.com/@theUrbanGardenerOMRI Organic Certification — https://www.omri.orgVisit www.urbanfarm.org/TreasureYourGarden for the show notes on this episode, and access to our full podcast library! Need a little bit of advice or just a feedback on your design for your yard or garden?The Urban Farm Team is offering consults over the phone or zoom. Get the benefits of a personalized garden and yard space analysis without the cost of trip charges. You can chat with Greg or choose one of the senior members of our Urban Farm team to get permaculture based feedback.Click HERE to learn more!*Disclosure: Some of the links in our podcast show notes and blog posts are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, we will earn a nominal commission at no cost to you. We offer links to items recommended by our podcast guests and guest writers as a service to our audience and these items are not selected because of the commission we receive from your purchases. We know the decision is yours, and whether you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode, host Monica shares an unexpected lesson from her kids' music program that applies directly to entrepreneurship. When students only perform once a year, the pressure is overwhelming, but when they perform regularly, confidence grows, and nerves fade. Monica explains how many entrepreneurs unknowingly create the same pressure in their businesses by showing up only occasionally.Through simple examples from networking groups, social media, and everyday business moments, Monica highlights the power of repetition and visibility. The real secret to confidence, leadership, and growth isn't one big opportunity...it's the small stages you step onto again and again.Consistent visibility doesn't just grow your business. It helps you grow into the leader your business needs.Episode Quote: Amateurs practice until they get it right. Professionals practice until they cannot get it wrong. ~Julie AndrewsWhat you will learn in this episodeHow to build confidence by creating more opportunities to show up in your businessHow to reduce the pressure you feel around marketing and visibilityHow to practice sharing your message so it becomes natural and clearHow to use small opportunities to prepare for bigger stages in businessHow to shift your identity from business owner to trusted expertHelpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own BossSign Up for the ⁠Level Up Living Newsletter⁠⁠KICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAM⁠⁠⁠Monica's FREE ebook⁠⁠: 11 Essential Secrets for Small Business SuccessGet your⁠ ⁠Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠⁠Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, share the episode with a fellow entrepreneur, and leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help more business owners discover the show.Ways to reach Monica:Instagram: @becomeyourownbosspodcastEmail: monica@monicaallen.comWho is Monica Allen?Monica Allen grew up in a small Georgia town with her single mother, grandmother, and uncle after her mom had her at 18. Living below the poverty line, she became determined to break the cycle.She became the first in her immediate family to attend a four-year university, later working as an insurance benefits broker for eight years while earning her MBA.In 2005, Monica began her entrepreneurial journey and is now a serial entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of Zeus' Closet, stuff4GREEKS, and Deuce Equity Group, and the owner of Monica Allen Interiors. She is also an Amazon bestselling author of The Fearless Entrepreneurs: Fear Less; Be More.Monica is passionate about helping aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and small business owners launch, grow, and scale their businesses while avoiding common pitfalls. She credits her success to strong faith, self-belief, and surrounding herself with positive people. ✨

Consistent leaders are exemplary leaders, but consistency doesn't happen automatically. Effective leadership of others starts with effective leadership of yourself.  Watch the video version of this clip.  Check out the full conversation Greg and I had about leadership consistency. You may also want to check out a couple of related posts: Good habits make great leaders Difficult times reveal our habits Self-leadership And I take several chapters in my book Shepherd Leadership talking about the habit that are necessary for us to excel in our ministry positions. ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

Last week, I hosted my first ever live podcast event; recording two episodes in front of a real audience. In this solo episode and debrief, I'm breaking down everything that went into it: from finding the right guest and venue, to selling tickets, securing sponsors, managing logistics, and handling the emotional pressure of hosting something entirely on my own. I share the real numbers, the fears I had (including "what if no one shows up?"), the lessons I learned about marketing, and why I'm already planning the next one; this time in London. If you're building a brand and wondering what your "next level" looks like, this might just spark something. Key Takeaways Your next level will feel uncomfortable;that's the point. Growth often looks like responsibility. Hosting the event wasn't scary because of the interview; it was scary because it rested fully on you. Give yourself more time than you think you need. Pushing the event back meant it wasn't rushed; and that made all the difference. You probably need to market 10% more than feels comfortable. Consistent promotion works; but you can almost always talk about it more. Don't rush past your wins. Big milestones deserve to be absorbed. Pride isn't arrogance; it's acknowledgement.   Episode Highlights 00:10 – Why I hosted my first live podcast event (and how it felt) 02:27 – Planning timeline, choosing the guest & pushing the date back 05:15 – Ticket sales, pricing, attendance numbers & marketing 08:22 – Behind the scenes: team, venue, tech & goodie bags 11:07 – Guest impact, sponsors (including Adobe Express) & what's next (London event) Mentioned in the episode: Adobe MAX Gavin Strange Episode Aardman Animations Hannah Isted Kingsbane Studios Cardiff   Event Sponsors Matt Joyce https://matt-joyce.com/ Studio Cotton https://studiocotton.co.uk/ Adobe Express https://adobe.com/express (Aff link) I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please do let me know on Instagram where I'm @‌lizmmosley or @‌buildingyourbrandpodcast and I hope you enjoy the episode! This episode was written, recorded and produced by me If you like to watch your podcasts you can watch all of my solo episodes including this one on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!

Former chiropractor turned top-producing real estate professional, Christina Palermo, shares how mastering the fundamentals, not chasing shiny objects, has fueled her consistent success in the Scottsdale and Phoenix Metro markets. After beginning her real estate career in 2012 with multifamily sales and transitioning into residential, Christina built a powerful solo business driven by disciplined lead generation, database management, and relentless follow-up.In this pre-recorded episode, Christina breaks down the daily habits, systems, and mindset shifts that help her stay productive even when motivation dips. From circle prospecting and open house strategy to working expired listings and farming, she explains how simple, repeatable actions create predictable income year after year. If you're looking to eliminate inconsistency and build a business that works in any market, this conversation delivers a practical, back-to-basics roadmap.Here's what you will discover in this episode…Why the fundamentals still outperform new trends in today's marketHow Christina structures her daily prospecting for maximum consistencyThe open house and geo-lead strategy that creates additional opportunitiesWhat most agents get wrong about lead follow-upHow to manage call reluctance and build real prospecting momentumWhy improving your own systems beats constantly adopting new onesJUMP TO THESE TOPICS00:00 –

Welcome back to the show! Today we're diving into something that has the power to completely transform your business, and honestly, your life too. We're talking about network expansion and why consistently meeting new people is one of the most important habits you can build, especially as a mom running a real estate business.Over the years, I've talked to countless agents, week after week, year after year, and I've noticed a pattern. I've seen women who once had thriving businesses suddenly feel like everything slowed down. The leads dried up. The deals stopped flowing. And when we start unpacking why that happened, the answer almost always comes back to one simple question:How are you consistently meeting new people?And a lot of the time… there isn't a clear answer.Show Notes: The two critical questions every agent should ask: How am I consistently meeting new people? and How am I staying relevant after the connection?Creative and traditional networking strategies including open houses, community events, social media, and podcasting as a relationship-building tool.Why focusing on authentic relationships instead of sales tactics leads to long-term business growth.The importance of systems—CRMs, follow-ups, newsletters, and intentional social media engagement—to stay top-of-mind.How moms in real estate can build a successful business by focusing on one or two consistent lead-generation pillars instead of trying to do everything.Resources & Links:Join the Facebook Community: Moms in Real EstateMoms in Real Estate Referral Network: Find referral partners across the U.S.Apply to Be on the PodcastFollow along on Instagram @heykristencantrell & @momsinrealestateWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to our NewsletterBecome a SponsorCheck out our amazing sponsors: Your Tax Coach // Professional Tax Accountants. We're not just saving you money, we're changing lives! @‌yourtaxcoach‌The Real Time App // Simplifies real estate transactions for Realtors and their clients. Effortlessly manage documents, timelines, tasks, and vendors all in one seamless platform. Check it our HEREGet a free week on content from Coffee & Contracts!Coffeecontracts.com use code MIRE for $20 off

Send a textIf you're a mediator wondering why lawyers aren't consistently sending you referrals, this episode is for you.Sylvia Garibaldi breaks down the real reason referrals don't happen by accident — and what you need to build instead. It's not about meeting 50 lawyers at an event. It's about building a few meaningful, strategic relationships with attorneys who understand what you do and trust your work.In this episode, we break down how mediators can build strong relationships with lawyers so they become trusted referral partners. You'll learn simple, practical ways to clarify your services, build credibility, and stay top-of-mind with the professionals who can send cases your way.If you're ready to stop relying on luck and start building consistent mediation work through intentional relationships, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to get started!What you'll learn:01:36 Why Lawyer Referrals Matter06:01 Clarity And Credibility11:58 Build Referral Relationships12:46 Three Relationship Strategies17:21 Systems For Consistent Referrals21:28 Common Referral Questions25:47 Action PlanResources:Feeling stuck about how to grow your practice, book a free strategy call here.#88 5 Steps to Fast-Track Referral Partnerships#99 LinkedIn for Lawyers & Mediators: Turning Followers into Referral Partners#102 What Referral Partners Really Say Behind Closed DoorsRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"Love listening and learning from the Serve First, Sell Later Marketing Podcast” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people -- just like you. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Want more insights like this? Sign up for our newsletter. Sign up for our free LinkedIn newsletter on marketing your professional practice Connect with me on linkedin Join our online community Subscribe to my youtube channel

Tune in to our weekly LIVE Mastermind Q+A Podcast for expert advice, peer collaboration, and actionable insights on success in the Probate, Divorce, Late Mortgage/Pre-Foreclosure, and Aged Expired niches! In today's episode of the Mastermind podcast, the discussion focused on helping agents uncover additional opportunities from leads they already have by introducing the Property Plus Refresh program and highlighting the value of revisiting older data. The panel explained that many agents stop actively working leads after several months, even though circumstances often change over time. By refreshing existing records to identify property ownership, equity, and multi-property holdings, agents can uncover opportunities that may not have been visible when the leads were first received. A major portion of the conversation centered on how better data allows agents to narrow their outreach toward higher-probability prospects instead of marketing broadly to every contact in their database. By identifying which leads currently hold real estate or have significant equity, agents can prioritize their most valuable marketing efforts while maintaining lower-cost follow-up with others. This targeted approach helps conserve both time and marketing budgets while improving the likelihood of meaningful conversations. The panel also emphasized the importance of consistent long-term follow-up, noting that many homeowners require multiple touch points before making a decision. In some cases, opportunities arise months after the initial event as personal circumstances evolve. The episode concluded with a reminder that many of the most valuable deals are already sitting inside an agent's database, and refreshing older leads can reveal opportunities that might otherwise go unnoticed. Key Takeaways - The Property Plus Refresh program helps uncover property ownership tied to older leads already sitting in your CRM. - Refreshing older lead lists can reveal high-equity or multi-property opportunities that were previously unknown or overlooked. - Segmenting leads by property ownership allows agents to prioritize outreach toward the prospects most likely to sell. - Targeting only the strongest opportunities can reduce wasted marketing spend and improve overall return on investment. - Many successful deals come from older leads agents stopped contacting months after the initial outreach. - Consistent follow-up matters because most homeowners require multiple meaningful touch points before choosing an agent. - In many cases, your next listing opportunity may already exist within your current database. To learn more, visit https://www.AllTheLeads.com or call (844) 532-3369 to check how many leads are available in your market. #LeadGeneration #CRMStrategy #RealEstateTips #HighValueLeadsPrevious episodes: AllTheLeads.com/probate-mastermindInterested in Leads? AllTheLeads.comJoin Future Episodes Live in the All The Leads Facebook Mastermind Group:  https://facebook.com/groups/alltheleadsmastermindBe sure to check out our full Mastermind Q&A PlaylistSupport the show

Dr. Monty Pal and Dr. Andrea Apolo discuss practice-changing studies and other novel approaches in bladder, kidney, and prostate cancers that were presented at the 2026 ASCO Genitourinary Cancers Symposium. TRANSCRIPT Dr. Monty Pal: Hello and welcome to the ASCO Daily News Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Monty Pal. I'm a medical oncologist, professor and vice chair of academic affairs at the City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center in Los Angeles.  And today is super exciting, we're highlighting key abstracts that were presented at the 2026 ASCO GU Cancers Symposium, and I'm just delighted to be joined by the chair of this year's meeting, who is also a dear friend, Dr. Andrea Apolo. Dr. Apolo serves within the Center for Cancer Research at the NCI as head of the Bladder Cancer Section, and she is also acting deputy chief of the Genitourinary Malignancies Branch.  Welcome, Andrea, it is so great to have you on the podcast. Dr. Andrea Apolo: Oh, thank you so much for having me. What a great ASCO that we had, it is really exciting, lots of really great data. So I look forward to chatting about it. Dr. Monty Pal: Excellent. And you know, our full disclosures are available in the transcript of this episode in case our listeners want to have a peek.  The theme of this year's GU meeting was "Patient-Centered Care: From Discovery to Delivery." I love that theme. And really, this is one of the most competitive meetings out there, more than 850 abstracts being presented on high-impact science. Andrea, I just wanted to get right into it and dive into what I think we both felt were some of the most exciting abstracts of the meeting.  And the first of those is one that I know is near and dear to your heart, being a bladder cancer expert yourself, and that is the KEYNOTE-B15 study presented by Matt Galsky. Can you give us a flavor for what that study entailed and some of the key results? Dr. Andrea Apolo: Yeah, I think this was kind of the missing study that we have been waiting for since we saw the EV-302 data in metastatic disease in the frontline setting. We wanted to know how well this combination would work in muscle-invasive bladder cancer patients. And we saw half of that puzzle, you can say half of the piece of the puzzle, when we saw the data at ESMO, the EV-303 data in patients that were cisplatin-ineligible. And then now we are getting the full story with patients that are platinum-eligible, cisplatin-eligible, with the EV-304 data. So that study randomized patients to receive chemotherapy, so different than the EV-303 where the patients were randomized just to receive the radical cystectomy. These patients were randomized to receive neoadjuvant EV plus pembro and then adjuvant EV plus pembro versus neoadjuvant gemcitabine and cisplatin with no adjuvant component to the control arm. So I think this is a really, really important study. Dr. Monty Pal: And share with us some of the results because this in my mind is definitely practice-changing. This is one of those studies that I think you walked into the office on Monday and you are like, "Okay, this is what I am doing now," right? Dr. Andrea Apolo: Yeah. So the study was positive. The primary endpoint was event-free survival, and it met the primary endpoint. The secondary endpoint of overall survival was also met. So really, really great results. Consistent with what we saw with EV-303, the median event-free survival was not reached for the EV plus pembro arm, and it was 48 months for the patients receiving gem-cis. And then looking at the 24-month estimated event-free survival, it was 79% for the EV plus pembro and 66% for the chemo, the gem-cis arm. And that was a hazard ratio of 0.5. So that is really exciting. That is the event-free survival. And then the overall survival, the medians were not reached for either arm, but when you look at the 24-month estimated overall survival, it was 87% for the EV plus pembro versus 81% for the gem-cis, and that was a hazard ratio of 0.65. So very positive study.  And then another question that we had was the pathologic CR rate. Very consistent with what we saw with the EV-303, the pathologic response rate was about 56% for the patients that received EV plus pembro and about 32%, 33% for the patients that received gem-cis. So very consistent with the findings that we have been kind of seeing in phase 2 studies, and this is a pT0N0, so that is important. Dr. Monty Pal: So Andrea, you know, I think that the big question in folks' minds is at this point, we see the data from NIAGARA, cis-gem-durva, we have now seen this data. Put it into context for us. Is there a patient in this day and age who maybe shouldn't get IO altogether, who should maybe get the NIAGARA regimen as opposed to EV-pembro in this context? What are your thoughts there? Dr. Andrea Apolo: Now, that is a great question. I would say with this data, it is very enticing to give EV pembro to our patients in the perioperative setting, and for that to be the new standard of care for all patients, regardless of cisplatin eligibility. So similar to what we saw with EV-302 really changing the standard of care in the frontline setting, I think these two studies, the EV-303 and the EV-304, change the standard of care for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer in the perioperative setting, and this should be the new standard of care if the patients don't have a restriction to receiving an immunotherapy. Dr. Monty Pal: I totally agree with that assessment. It is great to hear it from the expert's mouth as well. Thanks a lot for that, Andrea.  The next abstract I wanted to tackle is one that is, I would say, near and dear to my heart because I know these folks really well. It is led by the SWOG group, and this is SWOG S1602. The number there for the audience gives you a sense of how long the study has been running for. The 16 prefix means it is something that we kicked off back in 2016. So this study is really 10 years in the making, right? So Rob Svatek presented this data. It is interesting, right, because it addresses this issue of the BCG (Bacille Calmette-Guérin) shortage, right, where we have needed to sort of rely potentially on other alternative sources or regimens and so forth. Tell us about this trial, Andrea. Dr. Andrea Apolo: This is one of my favorite studies. We talked about putting it in the main oral abstracts, but we put it in one of the educational sessions that talked about non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer because we thought that would be the best audience for it. But it doesn't take away from how important this abstract is, and the tremendous effort that went into the study. Almost a thousand patients enrolled. I think 984 were eligible to enroll in this study. So it is a very high enrolling, randomized, cooperative group study in high-grade non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. And really the study was designed to address two questions. One is the BCG shortage and can we use a different strain, Tokyo versus TICE? And whether there is a priming effect if you gave intradermal BCG to patients with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, can that enhance the effect if you gave it a little bit earlier? I think the study is really important, and it met its primary endpoint, which was it is not inferior to TICE. The findings were really terrific in terms of the outcomes. Numerically. When you look at the endpoint, it looked like the Tokyo strain was as good, if not maybe a little bit better, but not statistically significant than the TICE. And then they broke it down by carcinoma in situ, they broke it down by papillary tumors, and the Tokyo strain was non-inferior in both of those instances. But interestingly, the intradermal BCG did not change outcomes. There was really no priming effect, which was really backed up by pre-clinical data that there would be, but there wasn't a priming effect when the intradermal BCG was given in the Tokyo strain. So that was a really, really interesting finding. But a great study, really important outcomes in the field for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Dr. Monty Pal: Totally. And it just seems like we can't get away from BCG, right? You know, as hard as we try, I mean, I appreciate the studies that sort of build on it that are emerging right now, but it seems like BCG at least for the foreseeable future is kind of here to stay, right? Dr. Andrea Apolo: It works. It is one of the most effective treatments we have for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. So, you know, I think it is here to stay and, you know, we need to find alternatives in terms of strains so we don't deal with this shortage that we have been dealing with for so many years now. Dr. Monty Pal: Yeah, indeed. Moving on to some of the other highlighted studies from the meeting, you had mentioned the EV-303 data, so we probably don't need to rehash that study design in much detail. But there was also a rapid oral abstract presented by Dr. Ullén that I think is of interest here, right, that really hones in on pathologic outcomes and DFS from that trial. Do you mind just outlining that for our listenership? Dr. Andrea Apolo: This is the KEYNOTE-905, also known as the EV-303 study. This is a follow-up to the EV-303 data looking at the pathologic response rates, looking at the downstaging effect, looking at the surgical margins after treatment with the neoadjuvant EV plus pembro in the 303. Now, remember in the 303, patients got three cycles of neoadjuvant EV plus pembro and then six cycles in the adjuvant setting. A little bit different than the 304, where they got four cycles, which is really kind of the standard in the neoadjuvant setting, and then five cycles in the adjuvant setting. So still a total of nine cycles. But in the 303, the treatment arm had no systemic therapy, so it was just radical cystectomy. And they looked at the negative margins that you get with the EV plus pembro treatment, which was 92.6% versus 79% with patients receiving just the surgery alone. And then the pathologic CR rate, there was more follow-up on that, it was 57% for the patients receiving EV plus pembro, and as we would expect, about 9% for the patients that just went on to surgery alone because you can achieve a pathologic response rate with TURBT alone. Then they looked at the pathologic downstaging, so anything less than a pT2, and that was 66% in the patients that received the EV plus pembro. So very interesting findings, and it is also really just nice to have now the EV-304 data, like I was saying, there were two pieces of it, the cisplatin-eligible and the cisplatin-ineligible, and just to have those contemporary controls are really important. How did the cisplatin-ineligible do versus the cisplatin-eligible patient in terms of the event-free survival and in terms of the overall survival? So I feel like now we have all of this data that we can kind of put together in the perioperative setting and we can really inform our patients a little bit more about their outcomes depending on whether they are cisplatin-eligible or not, which you know cisplatin-ineligible patients often just, they are sicker, they may have obstruction, their tumors may be larger, they just tend to be a more delicate population than the cisplatin-eligible patients. So not surprisingly, you know, we see that in the EV-303 the disease-free survival for the patients is pretty poor. So the disease-free survival that was reported for this follow-up of the specific abstract was 23.6 months for the patients that just got surgery, and it was not reached for the patients that had the EV plus pembro, and that was a hazard ratio of 0.37. Dr. Monty Pal: Excellent, excellent distillation. So Andrea, in the interest of time, I mean, we could probably talk about bladder cancer forever, but I am going to move us on to the subject of kidney cancer. We have two late-breaking abstracts, LITESPARK-011, which looked at lenvatinib and belzutifan versus cabozantinib in the advanced setting, and then we have an adjuvant study, LITESPARK-022, that looked at pembrolizumab with or without belzutifan in the adjuvant setting. Both studies positive. One for progression-free survival, the other for disease-free survival. Both I think making a big dent in how we treat kidney cancer. Can you tell us a little bit about that? Dr. Andrea Apolo: Yeah, we have been waiting for these trials for a long time. So one of the things that we have been talking about at GU ASCO is to have plenary sessions. And if we would have had a plenary session, these two abstracts would have been part of it because they are important data, really big studies where we are trying to improve the outcomes of our patients with kidney cancer. So the first one, the LITESPARK-011, like you said, this is for advanced renal cell carcinoma, clear cell renal cell carcinoma, where we really don't have a standard of care after IO therapy, right? So we give IO-IO, we give VEGF-IO, but we don't really have a good standard of care. We usually give monotherapy TKIs. So the combination of belzutifan and lenvatinib versus what a standard of care is, cabozantinib, is really an important question to ask. And you know, this is a pretty large study, about 750 patients were randomized. And belzutifan plus lenvatinib demonstrated an improvement in progression-free survival and overall survival versus cabozantinib, but not overall survival, at least not yet, is what the authors are saying. So for the progression-free survival, the hazard ratio was 0.7 and it was 14.8 months for the combination, belzutifan plus lenvatinib arm versus cabozantinib, which was 10.7 months. So I think that is significant. And for the overall survival, it did favor the combination again with a hazard ratio of 0.85. The median was 35 months versus 28 months for the monotherapy cabozantinib, but it did not reach statistical significance. And the authors said that this will be further tested at a final analysis, these were the interim results.  And for the overall survival, the overall survival was 53% for the combination versus 40%. This is significant. And the CR rates were lowish for both of them, it was like 5% for the combo and 1% for cabo monotherapy. So I think that the findings are important because we don't have a standard of care. And although there is no survival benefit, there was a trend. So I think this could be considered in patients that are fit, a treatment option for these patients in the later line settings. Dr. Monty Pal: Great points. I mean lots of great discussion around toxicity as well as efficacy. I mean certainly this is a regimen that may not be suitable for every patient in my portfolio, but certainly one to consider.  Now Andrea, let's shift focus to LITESPARK-022, the adjuvant trial that I mentioned previously. So this is again looking at pembrolizumab with or without belzutifan, met the primary endpoint of disease-free survival. What are your impressions there of the data? Dr. Andrea Apolo: Yeah, the data looks great. And this was a really large study, 1,800 patients were randomized, and the study met the primary endpoint of disease-free survival, benefiting the combination of pembro plus belzutifan. And that is really terrific. The medians were not reached for either arm. And in terms of the overall survival results, also the medians were not reached, but the hazard ratio was 0.78 and did not reach a statistical significance. So there was again a statistically significant improvement in disease-free survival for the combination of pembrolizumab plus belzutifan, but not an overall survival benefit.  So I guess, Monty, you know, we can kind of talk about what that means. There was a lot of discussion about belzutifan and some of the side effects, specifically anemia and managing anemia in this setting and requirements for transfusions. Generally, the authors said it was well tolerated, but we know that combination studies do have more toxicity. So it may be a select group of patients again, similar to the advanced setting, where we opt for a combination, possibly until we see more follow-up data in terms of the overall survival. Dr. Monty Pal: I have to agree with you. You know, in my group, we have been talking about a lot of pembrolizumab-based studies that are running right now, some through the NCI, some, you know, our own sort of homegrown investigator-sponsored trials, and you know, I think for the foreseeable future we are comfortable just maintaining pembrolizumab. Things might change if, for instance, we ultimately see a survival advantage emerge, but I just have my own personal doubts around that, that will be interesting.  Okay, so now we are going to move to the last disease category that we are going to cover, which is prostate cancer. So there, we have the long-awaited results from the PEACE-3 study. These are the final OS results from this trial looking at enzalutamide with or without radium-223 in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. So Andrea, would love to get your perspectives on this. Dr. Andrea Apolo: Yeah, so this study had been presented before and we had seen positive results for the combination of enzalutamide and radium with some interim overall survival results also showing a benefit. But like you said, these are the final results with a median follow-up of 58 months. So it was really nice to see the final results. And with the combination of enzalutamide and six cycles of radium, it did show an improvement in overall survival with a hazard ratio of 0.76. The median overall survival increased from 32.6 months to 38.2 months with the combination. So that is really great. There was some crossing over of the overall survival curves around 18 months was still seen. And again, there was also an improvement in the rPFS with a hazard ratio of 0.71, and the median rPFS improved from 16.4 to 19 months with the combination. So, you know, we have been awaiting the final results, but we kind of knew a lot about the benefits of the combination. And it is something that is kind of slowly trickling into the community in terms of adapting it and using it. There is more buzz now about it and I think these overall survival results will hopefully shift the community into incorporating the combination in these patients. Dr. Monty Pal: Brilliant. So well said. I mean, Andrea, congratulations on a terrific meeting. You have really done it again. Incredible, incredible output from this year's ASCO GU. I just want to thank you for joining us on the program today. Dr. Andrea Apolo: Oh, thank you so much for having me, Monty. It was really a joy to work with the ASCO team and with all the investigators and the Education Committee and the Scientific Committee. Everyone was really outstanding. So to me it was an honor to be part of this meeting, and I am so happy that it was so successful and really presented some amazing data that I think will be practice-changing to our patients. Dr. Monty Pal: Oh, thanks a ton. And also a huge thanks to our listeners. If you enjoyed the content of today's podcast, please don't forget to like and subscribe to our channel wherever you listen to podcasts. Thanks so much. Disclaimer: The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. Guest statements on the podcast do not express the opinions of ASCO. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement. Follow today's speakers:     Dr. Monty Pal   @montypal  Dr. Andrea Apolo @apolo_andrea  Follow ASCO on social media:          ASCO on X    ASCO on Bluesky         ASCO on Facebook          ASCO on LinkedIn          Disclosures:       Dr. Monty Pal:      Speakers' Bureau: MJH Life Sciences, IntrisiQ, Peerview     Research Funding (Inst.): Exelixis, Merck, Osel, Genentech, Crispr Therapeutics, Adicet Bio, ArsenalBio, Xencor, Miyarsian Pharmaceutical     Travel, Accommodations, Expenses: Crispr Therapeutics, Ipsen, Exelixis     Dr. Andrea Apolo: No disclosures to report.

So, I sat down at the mic and I don't have a clue what I'm going to talk about today! I've had a lot of questions come across over the last few weeks, let me look at those I guess. Oh, and I'm Marty and I appreciate you joining us here at Warehouse and Operations as a Career this week. Ok, where's my bullet points. I've made a few notes on several of them, so let's talk about a couple of those. Ok, a listener wrote that I mention retirement quite a bit. That's an important topic so let's start there. Now I know, if you’re 20 years old unloading trucks, running a pallet jack, selecting cases at 180 cases per hour, or learning how to operate a stand-up reach forklift retirement does not enter your mind, you're thinking about the paycheck because you've got bills to pay! Retirement is not something you reach, it's something you build. And whether you realize it or not, you are already working toward it every single shift. When you start your career in the light industrial arena, you're focused on making it through the probation period, learning the WMS, hitting your productivity numbers, maybe getting cross-trained or learning that next position and the next promotion. Retirement is nowhere on the radar. But the truth is, the day you receive your first paycheck from a company that reports your earnings, you begin building your retirement record. Every time you punch in and your employer withholds taxes, you're contributing to the system. And that system keeps score. So Let's talk about Social Security for just a minute. No politics. No noise. It probably should be said that I am no authority on the social security system or tax system and by no means a retirement advisor so take nothing I say today as gospel and if you have serious questions reach out to someone other than an operations guy! So some notes I took from a quick internet search tells me that you earn work credits by working and paying into the system. You can earn up to 4 credits per year. Most people need 40 credits, about 10 years of work, to qualify for retirement benefits. If you work “under the table” and your earnings aren't reported, you are not earning credits. You might feel like you're ahead today, but you're stealing from your future self, and your future self will live with that decision. Our earnings can matter more than we think. I understand that Social Security calculates your benefit based on your highest 35 years of earnings. That means that promotions matter, our raises matter. Those certifications will matter. Moving from general labor to equipment operator can matter. When I talk about building a career instead of just working a job, this is part of what I mean. Higher reported earnings over time can mean hundreds of dollars more per month in retirement. And that difference lasts for the rest of your life. Here's something most young workers may not understand. Presently, you can begin drawing Social Security as early as age 62. But if you do, your monthly benefit is reduced. For many younger workers today, full retirement age is 67. If you wait beyond that, up to age 70, your monthly benefit increases even more. Here's how someone explained it to me. If you clock out early every shift, your paycheck is smaller. If you stay the full shift, sometimes even staying for the overtime, the paycheck grows and is larger. Retirement works the same way. And once you choose when to start collecting or drawing your social security, that decision follows you for life. Here's something else that we need to understand. Social Security was designed as a foundation, not the whole house! If your facility offers a 401(k), an employer match, a Roth option, make sure we ask questions understand those things. If your employer matches contributions, that is free money. I've seen young associates pass on it because they “need every dollar right now.” I understand that. I really do. But even $25 or $50 a week, invested consistently over 30 or 40 years, can grow into something meaningful because of compound growth. Time is your greatest asset when you're young. Not your strength and not speed or productivity. In this instance time is our greatest financial asset! We all know Warehousing is demanding. Loading trucks, Selecting cases, operating equipment and working 10-hour shifts on concrete floors is rough. Your body is strong in your 20s, even in your 30s, you still bounce back. Then In your 40s, you start noticing things. By your 50s and 60s? You respect recovery time a lot more. Planning for retirement isn't about quitting work. It's about having options. And planning can get us there. You've heard me mention Career planning vs. Paycheck planning. A paycheck mindset says “I just need this week covered.” Whereas our career mindset says “I'm building something that lasts.” When you show up on time every shift, protect your attendance record, willingly accept cross-training, maybe learn inventory control and learn dispatch, or learn how the operation works. You are increasing your lifetime earnings potential. And our lifetime earnings impact our retirement. Everything is connected. I want to mention the forty credits. That's the minimum many workers need to qualify for Social Security retirement benefits. Ten years of documented, reported work. That's not a long time. But if you spend years bouncing in and out of undocumented work, quitting without records, or not paying attention to your earnings history, you can delay or reduce your benefits. It's important to review your earnings record periodically, make sure it's accurate. This is your future income. If you're 20-something listening to this start early, build skills, increase earnings, and think long term. Don't sacrifice tomorrow for temporary comfort today. I think retirement is about having the choice to mentor part-time, consult, volunteer, travel, spend time with family and friends, or simply rest. But choice only comes with planning. You are already working toward retirement. Forty credits. Thirty-five years of earnings. Small weekly investments. Consistent growth and career decisions that increase long-term value. This is the long game. And in warehousing, just like in life, the long game is what matters most. Ok, enough of all that. Here's one more bullet point I wanted to mention. I jotted this down a couple of weeks ago, I don't remember who asked about it, but I'm asked the question almost monthly. How am I going to get a job as a forklift driver if no company is willing to train me? A fair question, but honestly, most all companies train people to operate their forklifts.  There are no shortcuts to becoming an equipment operator. I urge associates interested in being equipment operators to target a company within a distance from the house that you can commit to the commute for every shift. Make sure they are using the kind and type of equipment you're wanting to drive and take any utility position to get your foot in the door with them. Show up every day with a great attitude and be willing to learn every task they offer you. After about 3 to 6 months of being that employee, approach your manager and share your goal of being an operator. Companies train their associates. An employee knows the warehouse, they know every item, they know how the warehouse flows and works. Yes, you can take a short course and pay for a license. That's a whole story on its own, that I won't climb up on my soap box about right now, anyway, what you're likely to find is that the first question a hiring agent is going to ask is, how much experience do you have? When we get our foot in the door as an unloader, loader, maybe even a sanitation associate, or almost any general labor job, our management team is more apt to work with us. They already have an investment in us, and we've shown them, and now told them, that we have a goal, and a plan. We're going to be the safest and most productive equipment operator they've ever trained. Companies do train operators, they have to train them because it can take many months, even years to be a productive operator. So to answer the question. Companies do train. In my opinion, we have to work ourselves into the position. Theres no class that can teach us everything. We develop those skills over time, through experience. And that's my 2 cents on that! Theres my own personal thoughts on two points today. I hope I mentioned something that helped you or got you to thinking about a plan. Until next week, please be safe at work and at home, stay focused on the task at hand. We all want to do it again tomorrow!

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“Good trading is boring.” But most traders lose money because they can't handle boredom. In this episode, Akil breaks down why slow markets trigger overtrading, how boredom fuels costly mistakes, and why mastering stillness is the key to consistent profits. If you struggle with forcing trades or chasing action, this one could change your trading career.REGISTER FOR OUR 3-DAY ONLINE TRADING WORKSHOPhttps://training.tieronetrading.com/income-trader-3-day-workshop63847604Your Trading Coach - Akil

What's the secret to growing a successful wealth management business? It's not just about the investments, it's about the deep relationships and personalized service you provide to clients. On this episode of The Registered Investment Advisor Podcast, host Seth Greene sits down with Adam Spiegelman, CFP®, Wealth Advisor at Spiegelman Wealth Management, who shares insights from his 25-year journey in the financial services industry, focusing on his recent transition to a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA). From managing $440 million in assets to building an RIA from the ground up, Adam reveals the challenges and strategies behind his firm's success. Tune in for valuable advice on client engagement, business growth, and the importance of personalized financial planning. Key Takeaways: → The breakaway decision is as emotional as it is operational. → “Living wealthy” is about permission, not just money. Enjoy the wealth you've spent decades building, whether that means travel, volunteering, or small lifestyle upgrades. → Transitioning away from third-party models allows for greater customization, cleaner fee structures, and stronger alignment with client goals. → Growth must align with values, not ego. Emphasize stabilizing systems and client experience before pursuing expansion, ensuring growth never compromises service quality. → Consistent saving beats flashy investment schemes. Save regularly, max out retirement accounts, and avoid chasing unrealistic returns. Adam Spiegelman is a Wealth Advisor with Spiegelman Wealth Management, which offers investment and wealth management programs and services for high-net-worth clients. The company's mission is to develop enduring relationships with clients by providing professional guidance for a lifetime of financial security. Adam Spiegelman can help create a complete financial plan - whether a client is focused on managing current financial success, or on protecting and preserving assets over the long term. Connect With Adam: Website: https://www.spiegelmanwealth.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamspiegelman/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Majid Fotuhi, neurologist, neuroscientist, and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University, has spent decades studying how the brain ages and what determines whether cognitive performance declines or strengthens over time. In this discussion, he challenges one of the most widely accepted assumptions about aging: that deterioration of memory and thinking is inevitable. The evidence, he explains, points in a different direction. Cognitive health is strongly shaped by daily choices, and meaningful improvements can occur within weeks when those choices change.  Fotuhi organizes the science of cognitive resilience around five pillars: exercise, sleep, nutrition, stress management, and brain training. Each pillar affects the brain through measurable biological mechanisms. Exercise, for example, increases mitochondrial activity and stimulates the growth of new neurons in regions responsible for memory. Even modest activity matters. Walking several thousand steps daily has been associated with reduced markers of Alzheimer's disease in the brain, while higher fitness levels correlate with stronger cognitive performance.  Sleep represents the second pillar. Consistent rest of seven to eight hours supports the brain's ability to regulate stress hormones and maintain cognitive clarity. Persistent sleep disruption is often tied not to physiology but to unresolved concerns. Fotuhi notes that many professionals carry a large number of unresolved problems into the night. Creating clear plans for addressing those issues often reduces anxiety enough for normal sleep patterns to return. Nutrition is the third pillar. Highly processed foods, particularly those containing trans fats, increase inflammation and are associated with smaller volumes in the hippocampus, the region of the brain responsible for memory. By contrast, a Mediterranean-style diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil supports long-term brain health. Food, in this sense, functions as daily neurological input rather than simple fuel.  The fourth pillar is stress regulation. Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which can damage memory-related brain structures over time. Fotuhi emphasizes that much stress is generated internally through expectations and repeated negative thought patterns. Techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, meditation, and deliberate reframing help interrupt these cycles and allow the brain to operate in a more stable state.  The final pillar is brain training. Cognitive capacity strengthens when the brain is consistently challenged through activities that require learning and adaptation. Language study, music, strategic games, or complex physical skills all stimulate neural pathways. The key is sustained engagement in activities that are both demanding and enjoyable. The brain, like muscle, develops strength through repeated use. Underlying these pillars is a broader insight about aging itself. Fotuhi argues that the second half of life can be a period of cognitive growth rather than decline if individuals adopt the habits that support brain health. The goal is not merely to avoid disease but to maintain clarity, memory, and mental energy well into later decades. For senior professionals whose performance depends on sustained cognitive capacity, the implications are practical. The brain remains highly adaptable. With deliberate attention to exercise, sleep, diet, stress, and learning, cognitive capability can be preserved and, in many cases, strengthened over time. Get Majid's book, The Invincible Brain, here: https://tinyurl.com/ymf47ee3 Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

(PBSE Episode 322) In relationships impacted by pornography or sex addiction, the greatest damage often comes not only from the betrayal itself but from the pattern of secrecy and withheld truth that surrounds it. Many betrayed partners find themselves repeatedly uncovering the truth through investigation rather than receiving honesty freely from their partner. Even when couples pursue formal disclosure and verification processes, it is often impossible to know the past with absolute certainty. Because of this reality, healing cannot rely solely on reconstructing every detail of what happened before.Instead, trust is rebuilt by observing what is happening now. The key principle that determines whether recovery succeeds or fails is consistent transparency. This means the recovering addict begins volunteering information rather than waiting to be asked, sharing emotional insights instead of just surface-level facts, and openly discussing fears, struggles, and progress in recovery. It also means abandoning a lifestyle of secrecy and choosing to live visibly and honestly within the relationship.Consistent transparency also requires actions that match words and immediate accountability for any dishonesty. Over time, these behaviors create observable evidence of change that partners can rely on. As openness replaces secrecy, the relationship gradually becomes a place where both individuals can truly know each other. In this environment, partners can move forward not based on unanswered questions about the past, but on the growing trust that comes from honesty, vulnerability, and consistent integrity in the present.For a full transcript of this podcast in article format, go to:  Relationship Healing Lives or Dies on "Consistent Transparency!"Learn more about Mark and Steve's revolutionary online porn/sexual addiction recovery and betrayal trauma healing program at—daretoconnectnow.comFind out more about Steve Moore at:  Ascension CounselingLearn more about Mark Kastleman at:  Reclaim Counseling Services

Powerful Motivational Speech  is a results-focused and momentum-driven motivational speech created and edited by Daily Motivations. This powerful motivational speeches compilation reinforces a simple truth-consistency compounds. When you show up daily, even on the slow days, progress starts stacking in the background.Stay steady, protect your mindset, and keep putting in the reps. Results don't respond to hype-they respond to repetition.Instagram - @daily_motivationsorgFacebook- @daily_motivationsorg

Lani shares her powerful journey of redefining success and rebuilding her real estate business for sustainability and work-life balance. Instead of working more hours, she redesigned her model—leveraging batch video content, AI tools, and strategic systems to create visibility and lead flow without constant hustle.She breaks down her content batching process, calendar blocking strategy, advisory-based client approach, and how shifting from “salesperson” to trusted advisor dramatically increased referrals and smoother transactions. The core message: most agents don't need more effort—they need a better business design.This episode is a reminder that consistent, intentional action builds long-term freedom—and that visibility, credibility, and systems create momentum even when you're not actively working.

Bill English of Bible and Business and On Path Coaching outlines the why behind the emotional disconnect that's often present in a marriage relationship and how to bless those we really care about. Mike Hood, the author of "The If That Changes Everything: What If You Could Believe That Jesus Rose from the Dead?," shares how the experience of being with someone at the end of life changes us.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Consistent with the growing discussion of digital sovereignty in the Caribbean region and worldwide, greater attention is being placed on the establishment of data embassies. In response, the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) published a study on the subject. We chat with Demetris Herakleous, an Associate Economic Affairs Officer at ECLAC, on the prospect of Caribbean countries establishing a data embassy, including:   *  the differences between a data embassy and a data centre;   *  the possibility of a regional data embassy being established; and   *  some of the security considerations, especially in light of data sovereignty concerns.   The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/)       Enjoyed the episode?  Do rate the show and leave us a review!       Also, connect with us on: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ICTPulse/   Instagram –  https://www.instagram.com/ictpulse/   Twitter –  https://twitter.com/ICTPulse   LinkedIn –  https://www.linkedin.com/company/3745954/admin/   Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/qnUtj    Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support:  Mayra Bonilla Lopez   ---------------

What is the best competitive moat in Agentic AI? Why AI Can't Replicate Brand Trust and Identity? Brand strategy, brand moat, brand trust, customer experience, Brand DNA, thought leadership, brand differentiation, AI era branding, AI experience design, AIXD™. A brand moat is built on trust, identity, and user experience — assets AI and competitors cannot easily replicate. In an era where AI accelerates commoditization and competition, your brand is the one competitive advantage AI cannot copy.  In this episode, global brand strategist, Thought Leadership Coach, and AIXD™ pioneer Joanne Z. Tan breaks down what a brand competitive moat really is and why trust, identity, emotional belonging, and loyalty are the strategic layers that defend your business in the AI native age. Learn how to design experiences that earn deep trust, embed your brand in customer identity, and turn loyalty into compounding business value — even when products and features become indistinguishable. Tune in for examples from iconic brands, Warren Buffet's wisdom, brand moat frameworks, and practical questions you can start applying today to build and strengthen your brand's moat. Watch it as a video Read it as a blog Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction + Warren Buffett on Coca-Cola and brand power 01:05 - Why executives underestimate brands (brand as expense vs strategic fortress) 01:50 - What is Buffett's “economic moat” vs what is a “brand moat”? 03:05 - Coca-Cola and Apple: how strong brands create pricing power and loyalty 04:25 - What a Brand Moat includes (trust, identity, emotional belonging, loyalty) 05:20 - The architecture of brand loyalty + why trust takes time to build 06:35 - Brand trust can't be automated: AI agents, low-stakes vs high-stakes decisions 08:05 - Trust in technology: privacy, security, explainable results, integrity 09:05 - Three elements of a Brand Moat overview 09:25 - Element 1: Consistent customer experience (every touchpoint builds or breaks trust) 10:20 - Element 2: Building trust (pricing power, retention, CAC realities) 11:15 - Element 3: Brand identity and meaning (identity marks and belonging) 12:05 - Building your Brand Moat: audit gaps, invest in trust infrastructure, design identity association, use AI to elevate human experience 13:15 - A moat alone isn't enough: staying top-of-mind (Coca-Cola advertising example) 13:55 - Closing: user experience is brand experience + enterprise destiny + call to action

What if the thing standing between you and your best business year has nothing to do with your strategy, your niche, or your packages?What if it's five simple daily habits that take less than an hour total, and most service providers are skipping them completely?I ran a 30-day Standards of Excellence Challenge inside Strategist Society at the start of 2026, and y'all, the results completely blew my mind. Students went from zero clients to three clients in 30 days. Others booked their first VIP days. Some revived contracts they thought were dead in the water. And all of it came from five non-negotiable daily habits.I've been doing these habits for two years. I know the Strategist Society members who do them consistently get the best results. But this was the first time we'd ever run a 30-day challenge around them, and now I'm taking you behind the scenes so you can implement them too.These are the Standards of Excellence, and today I'm breaking down all five.In this episode:The episode teaches five simple daily habits (“Standards of Excellence”) that improve mindset, consistency, and business growth.Consistent daily actions matter more than complicated strategies for building a successful business.Daily client conversations and outreach are the primary drivers of predictable revenue growth.Repeating small habits creates identity and mindset shifts that help business owners show up more confidently.Sustainable habits designed for busy service providers produce long-term momentum without burnout.Resources & Links:Ready to scale past $10K months? Learn about Strategist Society: https://thestrategistsociety.comJust getting started as a service provider? https://conversionsforclients.comFollow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/serve-scale-soar/id1477998650Follow Brandi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandimowlesFollow Brandi on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brandiandcompany

In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John talks about phonation threshold pressure, or PTP, and explains why it may be the hidden factor behind days when your voice feels heavy, effortful, or unpredictable. He breaks down what raises PTP, especially in the aging voice, and shares practical tools like hydration, nebulizing, SOVT exercises, and smart practice habits to bring it back down. When you understand this one number, singing starts to make a lot more sense, and you gain back a sense of control.   Episode highlights: High PTP equals harder singing, low PTP equals easier singing Dryness, stiffness, and atrophy are major drivers of vocal effort as we age Consistent daily exercise helps manage long term stiffness and weakness   To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

In this episode of the Successful Stylist Academy Podcast, Ambrosia Carey breaks down how hairstylists and salon owners can raise prices confidently and sustainably in today's economy. If you've ever felt nervous about charging more, worried about losing clients, or unsure how to communicate a price increase, this episode will give you a clear and practical strategy for moving forward. Ambrosia explains why regular price increases are essential for long-term success in the beauty industry and how inflation impacts hairstylists more than most service providers. She shares how a simple 3–5% annual increase can protect your income, prevent burnout, and allow your business to grow sustainably over time.   This episode also explores the emotional side of pricing, including the fear of rejection, scarcity mindset, and the psychological barriers that prevent many stylists from charging what they are truly worth. You'll learn how to communicate price adjustments clearly and professionally so your clients understand the value behind your services. Try GlossGenius Platinum or Gold at 50% off using code SUCCESSFUL: http://glossgenius.com/successfulstylist  Join us inside the SSA LAB Membership HERE: https://stan.store/ambrosiacarey Download our FREE Full Proof Profit Maker Enjoy 15% off our favorite skincare line, Pharmagel w/ code SSA15   Key Takeaways 1. Raising prices by 3–5% annually helps hairstylists keep up with inflation, maintain profitability, and build a sustainable long-term salon business. 2. Inflation affects hairstylists through rising supply costs, rent increases, and everyday business expenses, making regular price adjustments necessary for financial stability. 3. Clear and transparent communication about price increases helps clients feel informed and respected, reducing discomfort and maintaining trust. 4. Many hairstylists struggle with price increases because of psychological barriers such as fear of rejection and scarcity mindset rather than actual client resistance. 5. Emotional maturity in business decisions allows stylists to separate personal validation from pricing decisions and focus on long-term business health. 6. Sustainable pricing allows hairstylists to avoid burnout by working fewer hours while maintaining or increasing overall income.   7. Consistent pricing strategies help hairstylists build stable careers instead of reacting to financial stress with sudden large price increases. 8. Aligning pricing with value ensures hairstylists are compensated fairly for their skill level, experience, and ongoing education. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Raising Prices 01:25 Understanding the Fear of Price Increases 03:27 The Impact of Inflation on Pricing 08:42 Communicating Price Changes to Clients   13:00 Psychological Barriers to Raising Prices 19:39 Emotional Maturity in Business Decisions 23:30 Sustaining a Long-Term Business If you prefer video, we are on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@successfulstylist  Find us on Instagram for more hairstylist business tips:  https://www.instagram.com/successfulstylistacademy/

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Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle, where the same challenges keep resurfacing no matter how many changes you make? Maurice dives into the subtle yet destructive nature of “weakness loops” and shares why your true growth begins not with changing your surroundings, but with changing yourself.Chapter Summary:00:00 Understanding Weakness Loops02:37 Breaking Loops with Accountability05:50 The Importance of Internal Adjustment09:37 Honesty, Structure, and SystemsFeatured Quotes:“Patterns reveal what the reflection missed.” - Maurice“Weakness loops break when you introduce accountability, structure, and measurable checkpoints.” - Maurice“Breaking the loop doesn't require perfection. Again, it just requires honesty and structure.” - MauriceBehind the Story:Maurice explores a common dilemma you may face: the illusion that changing jobs or teams will solve your persistent issues. He argues that your “weakness loops” are deeply internal, rooted in your unexamined patterns and your lack of accountability. The episode challenges you to confront your blind spots and implement systems for lasting change, emphasizing that your external improvements are hollow without your internal adjustment.Resources:Well Why Not Workbook: https://bit.ly/authormauricechismPodmatch: https://bit.ly/joinpodmatchwithmaurice*FREE* 5 Bold Shifts to help you silence doubt and start moving: https://bit.ly/5boldshiftsConnect With:Maurice Chism: https://bit.ly/CoachMauriceWebsite: https://bit.ly/mauricechismTo be a guest: https://bit.ly/beaguestonthatwillnevrworkpodcastBusiness Email: mchism@chismgroup.netBusiness Address: PO Box 460, Secane, PA 19018Subscribe to That Will Nevr Work Podcast:Spreaker: https://bit.ly/TWNWSpreakerSupport the channelPurchase our apparel: https://bit.ly/ThatWillNevrWorkPodcastapparel 

Have you ever felt weird sliding into someone's DMs?Let's be honest — direct messages can feel personal. Almost intrusive. And with LinkedIn spam and automated bots everywhere, it's easy to assume that DM outreach is sleazy.But what if I told you that the DMs are actually where the magic happens?In this episode of Rocky Mountain Marketing, I sit down with Jenna Larson, co-founder of GroupTrack CRM, to talk about how entrepreneurs can turn organic social media engagement into real revenue — without ads, without going viral, and without a massive following.And the results? Over $1.2 million in revenue last year — zero ad spend.We unpack:Why going viral is overrated for business growthHow to use DMs as a relationship-building tool (not a sales trap)The simple 3-step DM framework that increases response ratesWhy most automation tools fail without follow-upHow to track leads inside Facebook and Instagram without losing your mindThe exact message template that triples responsesTimestamps:[00:00:00] – Why DMs Feel Awkward (But Drive Sales)[00:04:30] – $1.2M with No Ads or Viral Posts[00:08:05] – Why Automation Alone Doesn't Convert[00:10:40] – The First DM You Should Always Send[00:16:00] – The 1-Line DM That Triples Responses[00:19:00] – How to Uncover Needs Without Being Pushy[00:22:00] – The Simple Follow-Up That Closes Sales[00:24:50] – How to Start DM Conversations with Small Audiences[00:28:40] – Turning 900 Followers into Revenue[00:31:30] – Where to Learn the Organic DM SystemIf you're tired of “post and pray” marketing, this episode will completely shift how you see social media.Because the truth is — you don't need more followers.You need better follow-up.Visit Jenna Larson's social media pages:Website: https://www.grouptrackcrm.com/homeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-larson-41659827/Learn more about Katie and Next Step Social & Podcasting:Speaking: https://katiebrinkley.com/Website: https://www.nextstepsocial.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiebrinkleyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/@rockymountainmarketingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiebrinkley/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love is not a feeling.  It's a daily choice, a habit practiced proactively.   Summary What if intimacy isn't built in the big moments, but in the small ones you almost miss? In this episode, we explore the idea of bids for connection, the everyday ways we reach for each other through a question, a touch, a story, or even a glance across the room. We talk about what happens when those bids are noticed and met with kindness, and what slowly unfolds when they are ignored. You'll hear how responsiveness, presence, and emotional generosity shape trust, passion, and long-term happiness more than grand romantic gestures ever could. If you want a stronger, closer relationship, this conversation will help you see the simple choices that build intimacy over time. Couple Discussion Questions What are some small bids that you make that I may not always notice? What is one simple way we could turn toward each other more consistently this week? Key Takeaways Bids are everyday requests for connection. They can be verbal or nonverbal, big or small, serious or playful. Turning toward builds trust and intimacy. Consistent responsiveness creates emotional safety and closeness. Ignored bids create distance over time. Missed or rejected bids often lead to frustration, criticism, and disconnection. Vulnerability grows through small, repeated moments. Clear, honest bids and kind responses strengthen intimacy more than grand gestures.   Resources https://www.eviemagazine.com/post/the-case-for-centering-your-life-around-romantic-love https://therapygroupdc.com/therapist-dc-blog/bids-for-connection-why-small-gestures-matter-in-relationships/ https://www.gottman.com/blog/want-to-improve-your-relationship-start-paying-more-attention-to-bids/ MFP Guide to Communication  https://messyfamilyproject.org/guide/communication/

If you feel invisible, you may not be touching your database enough.   On this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, we tackle three powerful business challenges: burnout from doing everything yourself, why listings aren't selling (hint: it's not your marketing), and how to stay top of mind in a competitive market.    From the "treadmill stage" of business to the hard pricing conversations most agents avoid, this episode breaks down practical strategies for leverage, buyer generation, and building referral momentum. If you want to grow without burning out, price listings properly, and create consistent touchpoints that drive referrals, this episode is packed with actionable advice.  

In this episode Jake and Gerb are onto the 8th of the 9 Healthy Markers of a Student Ministry - Consistent Clear Communication! Take a listen as the guys dive into the importance of communicating with parents, evaluation questions on this topic, and how to spot an A.I. written church post.Bo Challenge: Make some phone calls or send some texts - meet with your parents and volunteers to hear feedback about how you've been communicating!Bonus challenge: Reach out to the person or volunteer you have been avoiding hearing their feedback! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @lead.222-------Did this conversation resonate with you? Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? We want to hear from you! Write us at info@lead222.com Help us grow the community!Subscribe, share, and leave a review.For more information about Lead222 or find a community of leaders in your area: ⁠⁠⁠www.lead222.com ⁠⁠⁠Lead222 Youth Ministry Staffingwww.Lead222/⁠⁠⁠staffing.com⁠⁠⁠

I've been talking a lot lately about consistent cash – what it actually requires, the strategy behind it, and the ecosystem you need in place if you want real stability in your spiritual business.And right now, I'm living this in real time.I'm currently in a growth season, actively building to $300k this year – and I know how powerful it is to not just hear about the goal, but also the real-time decisions behind it: the numbers, the focus, what I'm simplifying, what I'm saying yes to, and where my energy is actually going day to day.So in this behind-the-scenes episode of the Feminine Fire Podcast, I'm giving you the inside scoop on how I'm building to my next level of consistent cash in 2026.Because there's a big difference between saying you want your next level… and actually making it happen.My intention is for this episode to give you some insight into what this really looks like, and if you're in a growth season yourself, I hope this feels expansive, grounded and honest – like we're having a conversation as two business owners who are really going for it this year.Join the SBM waitlistIf you're ready to grow and scale to consistent cash months in 2026, in a way that aligns with your values and current season of life – the Spiritual Business Mistressmind is the space for you.Join the waitlist here: beccuzzillo.com/mistressmind Want more?Work with me: Spiritual Business MistressmindConnect with me on Instagram @bec_cuzzilloDownload my FREE Guide: Your Money Making Strategy PlaybookWebsite: www.beccuzzillo.com

Jeremy Zakis analyzes the Australian men's T20 cricket team's poor cohesion and experimental failures while highlighting the consistent, professional success of the national women's team.1935

304: Declutter Your Digital Chaos: Organizing Files for Productivity On the podcast today is Tracy Hoth, a life coach and professional organizer with over 16 years of experience. Tracy helps coaches and business owners transform their busy, cluttered operations into organized, CEO-level businesses—so they can calmly make more money while working fewer hours. Her specialty is stepping in to organize digital files, systems, and workflows so you can finally focus on the work that matters most. I'm excited for you to hear this conversation and learn how organization can create both clarity and profitability in your business. Topics Mentioned: Digital Organization Structured Systems for Executive Function Overcoming Resistance to Change Key Thoughts:  Personal identity and past experiences can influence one's ability to stay organized. Structured systems support individuals with executive function challenges. Consistent systems build organizational skills. Simple file structures and organization of bookmarks streamlines operations. Understanding the root of resistance, such as lack of time or energy, is crucial for change. Sort and purge before making decisions.     Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams   Contact Tracy: Email: tracy@simplysquaredaway.com Instagram: @tracyhoth LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tracyhoth/ Website: simplysquaredaway.com   References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today    CFO2Go Metrique Solutions

Send a textIn this Friday 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET Podcast, I'm talking about something that many people with autoimmune conditions experience, but that isn't always discussed in enough depth — hand health.For many individuals, the hands are one of the first places symptoms show up. Cold fingers, colour changes, stiffness, pain, weakness, or reduced dexterity can all reflect deeper processes happening in the body, including circulation instability, nervous system dysregulation, connective tissue vulnerability, or immune-driven inflammation. Conditions such as Raynaud's phenomenon, inflammatory arthritis, hypermobility syndromes, and autoimmune connective tissue disorders often manifest visibly in the hands long before other symptoms fully develop.In this episode, I share both clinical insights and personal observations, alongside five practical strategies that can make a meaningful difference. We explore how stabilising circulation supports tissue health, why nervous system regulation plays a central role in blood flow, and how connective tissue and joint support influence long-term hand function. I also discuss the importance of warmth, sensory stimulation, and daily micro-practices that help maintain mobility and comfort.This conversation emphasises that supporting hand health is not only about external measures — creams, braces, or heat — but also about addressing internal physiology, including nutrient status, inflammation, and nervous system balance.As always, the goal is not perfection, but consistency. Small daily practices layered over time can create significant improvements.If you experience persistent pain, colour changes, numbness, or reduced function in your hands, it is always worth investigating underlying drivers rather than simply accepting symptoms as inevitable.Key TakeawaysThe hands are often an early indicator of immune and connective tissue issues.Circulation stability is fundamental for tissue health and comfort.Nervous system regulation directly influences blood flow to the extremities.Supporting connective tissue and joints improves strength and resilience.Warmth and sensory stimulation can significantly improve microcirculation.Consistent daily care matters more than occasional interventions.Persistent symptoms should prompt deeper investigation.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Hand Health and Autoimmune Clues 02:25 Stabilising Circulation 05:49 Nervous System Regulation 07:49 Supporting Connective Tissue and Joints 10:41 Keeping Hands Warm 12:07 Sensory Tools for Microcirculation 14:24 Final Thoughts and Support→ I personally use and recommend Shakti, because it's one of the simplest ways to shift out of “fight or flight” and into a calmer state — supporting relaxation, body awareness, and better sleep quality over time.Use my code: VJ10 for 10% off at checkout: https://www.shaktimat.co.uk/vj

UK streaming services face new accessibility rules under the 2024 Media Act, requiring Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and others to meet minimum standards for audio description, subtitles, and signed content. Steveen Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the UK's updated approach to on-demand accessibility, now overseen by Ofcom. The 2024 Media Act extends broadcast standards to major streaming platforms with 500,000+ users, establishing minimum requirements of 80% subtitled content, 10% audio described, and 5% signed programming. They discuss the delayed rollout—consultations through 2026, enforcement by 2027, and a four-year compliance period—sparking debate over why services need so long to implement features that largely already exist. RNIB's Sonali Rai joins to explore industry challenges including resource allocation, content discoverability, and metadata issues that prevent audio description from “travelling” across platforms. The conversation also covers: The potential global impact of UK regulation. Calls for higher AD thresholds and consistent accessibility. The role of AI in future audio description. Accessibility gaps on social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok. Subscribe to Double Tap for more in-depth conversations on accessible technology and media. Share your thoughts via email at feedback@doubletaponair.com or WhatsApp at +1 613-481-0144. Relevant Links RNIB: https://www.rnib.org.uk Inside Access Live: https://insideaccess.live Ofcom Media Act 2024: https://www.ofcom.org.uk Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What separates high performers from everyone else? It's not talent. It's not intelligence. It's not even experience. It's consistency. In this episode, Chris and Melissa unpack why consistency might be the single greatest differentiator in business, parenting, marriage, health — and life. Chris shares something he teaches in sales leadership: the highest performers are consistently coachable, consistently curious, and consistently willing to refine their craft. Ironically, it's often lower performers who assume they've "already figured it out." The best stay students. That conversation led to a bigger family reflection. For 2026, the Smith family chose a single word to guide their year: Consistent. Not because they were failing — but because they recognized that almost every area of growth depends on sustained effort. Health goals. Marriage habits. Business development. Family routines. Spiritual practices. None of them collapse because of lack of knowledge. They collapse because of inconsistency. Chris shares a powerful quote their son Tanner selected: "Success isn't owned, it's rented — and the rent is due every day." That line captures the heart of this episode. Everyone can be disciplined for a week. Most can push for a month. Few can sustain effort once excitement fades. They explore some of the biggest threats to consistency: Busyness Boredom Short-term motivation Missing once and quitting altogether One powerful reframe that surfaces: Motivation is unreliable. Vision is sustaining. When you attach your habit to a bigger identity — to the kind of parent, partner, leader, or human you want to become — consistency stops being about willpower and starts being about alignment. Chris shares how coaching basketball didn't stay alive because it was exciting every day. It stayed alive because the vision expanded. It became about mentorship, leadership, and impact — not just a sport. The takeaway is simple but demanding: Anything worthwhile requires showing up after the novelty fades. And the moment you stop expecting it to feel exciting all the time is the moment you actually grow. The real question they leave listeners with: What in your life deserves long-term consistency — even if it isn't always thrilling? Because the difference between who you are and who you want to become may simply be how long you're willing to stay consistent. LINKS: All Links Family Brand!  stan.store/familybrand familybrand.com/quiz familybrand.com/retreats.   Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 – Pepper makes a guest appearance! (Our fam dog) 01:00 – The three traits of high performers: coachable, curious, consistent 02:30 – The myth of "experience" without growth 03:30 – Why curiosity matters 04:30 – Introducing the 2026 family word: Consistent 05:30 – How the Smith family chooses a word of the year 07:00 – Scripture and quote for 2026 08:00 – The great divider: consistency 09:30 – "We were doing so good at…" 10:30 – What derails consistency: busyness and boredom 12:30 – The 90-day drop-off pattern 14:30 – Where does motivation come from? 16:00 – Obsession and high performance 17:30 – Vision sustains consistency 19:00 – Anything worthwhile requires grit 20:00 – Practical takeaway: what needs consistency in your life?

Patanjali speaks of practice as a means to stilling the mind. Consistent practice is the key.

Do you strive to build healthy relationships in your life—the kind rooted in clarity, boundaries, and mutual respect? If so, here's a question we often overlook: Are you giving that same care and intention to your relationship with money?In today's episode, “You're Already in a Relationship With Money — Is It a Healthy One?” host Jacquette invites listeners to rethink how they engage with their finances. She breaks down why every healthy relationship—money included—needs clear expectations, well‑placed boundaries, and a foundation that can actually sustain you. Because financial decisions aren't purely logical, but are shaped by emotions, habits, and the stories we carry, Jacquette encourages you to pay attention to the health of your relationship with money, the quality of your choices, and how you interpret the results.Healthy doesn't mean perfect. It means functional, supportive, and aligned with who you're becoming. So don't let past skepticism about “having a relationship with your money” keep you from creating better outcomes. You're already in one—this episode helps you make it a healthier, more empowering one.Clarity: Money Clarity | 5 Questions You Need to Ask Yourself — Jacquette TimmonsWant More? Check Out:www.jacquettetimmons.comwww.jacquettetimmons.com/digital-productswww.instagram.com/jacquettemtimmonsBuyMeACoffee.com/JacquetteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan Greene interviews Jay Patel, fund manager at Proptex and a real estate entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience across residential rehabs, foreclosures, commercial properties, assisted living facilities, and more. Jay shares how a major loss in the stock market after 9/11 shifted his focus permanently toward real estate, where tangible assets, predictable comps, and strategic leverage offered more control and long-term stability. Jay explains why buying right is everything in real estate, how disciplined underwriting separates professionals from hobby investors, and why leverage—when used properly—can dramatically amplify returns. He also discusses the dangers of overexposure to a single asset type, the importance of diversification even within real estate, and how tax strategy and depreciation play a crucial role in compounding wealth. The conversation also dives into retirement strategy, the power of consistent double-digit returns, and why preservation of capital becomes more important than chasing "sexy" returns over time. Jay outlines how structured funds can offer diversification, liquidity, and steady income while eliminating the day-to-day burden of property management. In this episode, you will hear: How Jay transitioned from stock trading to full-time real estate after 9/11 Why foreclosures can be powerful—but only with proper due diligence The difference between amateur and professional real estate investing How leverage can turn modest appreciation into significant equity growth Why diversification within real estate matters just as much as diversification across asset classes The role of depreciation and tax strategy in long-term wealth building How consistent 10–11% returns can outperform higher-risk strategies over time Follow and Review If you enjoy the show, please follow Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing on Apple Podcasts and leave a rating and review. It helps other listeners discover these conversations and supports the show's growth. Supporting Resources Connect with Jay: Website: https://proptex.com/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jaypatelproptex  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proptexfunds/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaypatel-mls/  Connect with Jonathan: Website - www.streamlined.properties  YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos  Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene  Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties    Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/streamlinen​j Bigger Pockets -  www.biggerpockets.com/users/jonathangreene Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties  Email - info@streamlined.properties   This episode was produced by Outlier Audio.

Episode 627 Schedule a one on one free coaching call, click here or visit LoanOfficerStrategyCall.com. Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, Carl White sits down with Kevin Gillespie to tackle one of the most misunderstood tools in a loan officer's business: the CRM. They unpack why so many LOs either hide inside their CRM to avoid making calls or ignore it altogether, and how both extremes quietly cost them deals every single month. They break down the biggest mistakes loan officers make, including expecting automation to replace conversations, letting their database go stale, overcomplicating campaigns, and promoting the company brand while forgetting that people refer people, not logos. Carl shares why the CRM should support your calls, not substitute for them, and how simple systems beat fancy setups every time. You will also hear the math behind why every 100 contacts in your database can be worth 12 loans a year, how "octopus marketing" keeps you top of mind across multiple channels, and why retargeted ads to your database and referral partners can dramatically increase your visibility for just a few dollars a day. If you are a loan officer or branch leader who wants to stop overthinking your CRM and start turning it into a predictable income machine, this episode lays out a simple, practical game plan you can implement immediately. If you are a branch manager or owner who wants help building a branded, attraction-based marketing system that actually drives production, learn more at ProfitDrivenPlan.com.

After 35+ years of closing deals across industries, Corey Kupfer shares the practical strategies that separate deals that close from deals that die in the final stretch. This remastered solocast from the early days of DealQuest delivers timeless advice on getting deals across the finish line. In this solocast episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer breaks down the critical factors that determine whether your deal actually closes or falls apart at the last minute. Drawing from decades of experience as an M&A attorney, entrepreneur, and dealmaker, Corey addresses the mental traps, preparation gaps, and emotional triggers that derail otherwise successful transactions. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover why mentally closing a deal before it actually closes is the biggest mistake dealmakers make, and how "spending the money in your mind" sabotages your focus and negotiating position. Corey explains the concept of pre-due diligence and why preparation before the LOI stage prevents deals from falling apart during buyer scrutiny. You'll learn how to identify your true bottom line and get total clarity on what's acceptable and what's not. The episode covers how ego and emotional attachment blow deals that would otherwise succeed, the strategic balance of bringing in key stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality, and how to keep deal momentum alive through consistent engagement with your professional team. WHY DEALS DIE: Most deals don't fall apart because of bad terms or major due diligence discoveries. They fall apart because someone mentally checked out too early. The moment you sign the LOI and start treating the deal as done, you stop focusing on the critical work still required. You stop keeping your due diligence clean. You stop maintaining pace. You stop staying hungry for the close. The other side senses this shift, issues arise that could have been managed, and momentum dies. PRE-DUE DILIGENCE PREPARATION: One of the best ways to ensure deals close is preparation that happens before negotiations even heat up. If you're selling your company, experienced advisors know what buyers will examine. If you're raising capital, they know what investors will scrutinize. The goal is to be fully prepared and looking great before their team starts asking questions. Many deals fall apart during due diligence because sellers haven't done this preparation work. When there's smoke, buyers think there's fire. One issue makes them worry about ten others they haven't found yet. TRUE BOTTOM LINE CLARITY: This connects to a fundamental negotiating principle from Corey's Authentic Negotiating book. You need total clarity on exactly what's acceptable and what's not acceptable to you. When things shift unexpectedly, whether the economy changes, due diligence reveals issues, a key employee leaves, or you lose a major client, that foundation of clarity determines whether you navigate the disruption or let it derail everything. If you don't know your true bottom line, these disruptions can easily prevent you from ever reaching closing. MANAGING EGO AND ATTACHMENT: As deals progress, watch for ego and emotional attachment on both sides. When the other party raises issues close to closing, you need clarity to analyze whether those issues actually matter versus reacting because you feel triggered. Sometimes people blow deals not because the terms became unacceptable, but because they got tired, frustrated, or insulted. Don't let triggering emotions destroy a deal that could be very good or lucrative for you. STAKEHOLDER ALIGNMENT: Deals can fail at the last minute because the principals assume alignment that doesn't exist. They go to key employees, minority owners, or investors expecting buy-in and discover it isn't there. The balance between confidentiality and getting necessary stakeholder alignment requires strategic thinking. Especially if you're selling your company, you have to weigh not being seen as "in play" on the marketplace and not having employees get spooked against the risk of bringing key folks in too late. MAINTAINING MOMENTUM: Work closely with your team and professionals to keep the pace of the deal moving forward. Deals die when people lose interest or momentum simply fades. Consistent engagement, timely responses to information requests, and staying available to work through inevitable issues keeps deals on track. Perfect for business owners preparing to sell, executives pursuing acquisitions, entrepreneurs raising capital, and anyone involved in transactions who wants to understand why deals succeed or fail in the final stretch. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/how-to-close-deals FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction to the remastered episode series and podcast growth [01:30] - Setting up the solocast on how to close deals [02:00] - The biggest mistake: mentally closing deals before they're actually closed [03:15] - Why "spending the money in your mind" sabotages your deal [04:00] - The deal is not closed until it is closed: maintaining focus through closing [04:45] - Pre-due diligence preparation as your secret weapon [05:30] - How preparation upfront prevents deals from falling apart [06:15] - The true bottom line concept from Authentic Negotiating [06:45] - Why clarity on objectives helps navigate unexpected disruptions [07:15] - Watching your ego and attachment as deals progress [08:00] - Recognizing when you're triggered versus making clear-headed decisions [08:45] - Making sure stakeholders are aligned before closing [09:15] - Balancing confidentiality with getting necessary buy-in [09:45] - Maintaining deal momentum through engagement with your team Host Bio: Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description: Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes: Episode 366 - Jodi Hume on Exit Planning and Founder Clarity Episode 330 - Pete Mohr on Business Transitions and Stakeholder Alignment Episode 337 - Jonathan Gardner on Cross-Cultural Deals and Due Diligence Episode 324 - Sejal Lakhani-Bhatt on Tech Due Diligence in M&A Episode 332 - John Martinka on Financial Due Diligence Best Practices Follow DealQuest Podcast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ Website: https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Keywords/Tags: how to close deals, deal closing strategies, M&A closing process, due diligence preparation, letter of intent, deal negotiation, business acquisition, deal momentum, stakeholder alignment, pre-due diligence, authentic negotiating, true bottom line, deal mindset, transaction management, merger and acquisition, capital raising, joint ventures, business sale preparation, negotiation strategy, dealmaking

Most guys don't lack potential.. they lack self trust.Every broken promise to yourself chips away at your identity.In this episode, I break down: What self trust actually is The silent killer destroying your confidence How to build it 1% at a time A 30 day challenge to rediscover your identity You don't need more motivation.. You need more proof. Consistent promises kept aligned with who you want to become.Become the man who keeps his word

Severe gum disease reflects chronic inflammation and strongly links to broader health risks, including heart disease and diabetes, not just tooth loss Older adults with low dietary lycopene intake face a much higher risk of advanced gum disease compared to those who consume adequate amounts Cooked tomatoes paired with healthy fats improve lycopene absorption and support gum tissue resilience Smoking, frequent sugar intake, and ultraprocessed foods accelerate gum damage by feeding harmful bacteria and impairing blood flow to oral tissue Consistent whole-food nutrition, gentle daily oral care and mineral support strengthen gums from the inside out and lower long-term disease risk

Good intentions aren't enough for lasting change. Learn to build systems that turn health goals into consistent action during your midlife transformation.  Set goals but struggle to follow through? This video teaches midlife women how to build systems turning intentions into consistent action—crucial for managing perimenopause and menopause symptoms through lifestyle. Learn why willpower and motivation fail women over 40 and discover systems thinking that creates automatic success in fitness, nutrition, and wellness practices. Perfect for women who set goals repeatedly but struggle with implementation, consistency, or maintaining progress long-term. Includes practical frameworks for habit stacking, environment design, routine building, and creating systems around meal planning, exercise scheduling, and self-care practices. If you want to take this work deeper, grab my book The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness. ✨ It's the roadmap midlife women are using to lead themselves powerfully in the health arena and beyond. Available now at https://theconsistencycode.com 

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter speak with Toby Espinosa, VP of Ads at DoorDash. Toby shares how DoorDash built one of the fastest-growing retail media networks, and why the next phase of growth depends on making performance comparable across platforms, partners, and budgets.They unpack the tension between local trade dollars and national media budgets, how CPG organizations split ownership between sales and marketing, and what it takes to unlock both. Toby also explores how AI can accelerate integrations, lower the cost of connecting data, and raise the bar for targeting and outcomes across commerce media.Key takeawaysNational media budgets scale when incrementality is clear and performance is standardized.The biggest growth unlock comes from aligning trade and media dollars around shared outcomes.Consistent, comparable reporting builds trust and drives long-term investment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 626 If you are ready to stop guessing and actually see what is inside the membership before you decide anything, head over to GetMoreLoans.com and just tell the team to walk you around and show you everything, especially how Dialed In works, so you can make an informed decision after you have looked behind the door. Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, Carl shares a simple truth that most loan officers overlook: practice pays. He tells the story of a recent Dialed In session where members celebrated multiple contracts, closings, and refis, and explains why those wins were not the result of motivation, luck, or secret lead sources. Carl breaks down how consistent roleplay and scripting build real confidence before you ever pick up the phone, so you stop winging conversations and start sounding clear, certain, and professional. He makes the case that the conversations you practice today turn into the paychecks you cash next week. If you are tired of stumbling through calls and hoping it works out, this episode is a reminder that the basics done at a higher level create extraordinary results.