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Today, I'm joined by Bobby Bitton, co-founder and CEO of O Positiv.   Addressing topics like PMS, vaginal health, and pregnancy, O Positiv's supplements tackle generational taboos to address women's needs from first period to postmenopause.   In this episode, we discuss building a category-defining women's health brand.   We also cover: Why going deeper beats going wider Scaling from DTC to omnichannel retail Winning with TikTok Shop and creator-led marketing   Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast  Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe  Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider    O Positiv's Website: https://opositiv.com/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/opositiv/  Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@opositiv    -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (00:28) O Positiv overview (02:27) Co-founder dynamics (04:12) Getting their start (05:01) Flow product and PMS relief (05:50) Brand voice and approach (07:30) Split talent and domain expertise (08:20) Company scale and revenue (09:35) Category leadership (10:40) White space strategy (15:00) Product innovation pipeline (18:20) Retail expansion and partnerships (20:30) Profitability trajectory (21:35) Marketing evolution (23:00) DTC to omnichannel shift (25:15) Measuring incrementality (30:00) Deeper not wider strategy (31:45) Focus and team clarity (32:25) Where to find (33:49) Conclusion

US-based strategy consultant Joe Fromandi talks about strategy consulting and helps Matt on a Curse of Knowledge-related problem Matt has been having with one of his services.

Consulting services: https://missingpersonsconsulting.com/ Back in 2017, this podcast covered the Florida disappearances of twin sisters that at that point, had virtually been forgotten by everyone, including law enforcement. The coverage made a lot of good things happen even though these girls are still missing. Today we revisit the McDaniel sisters case with the original interview but new commentary. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4bh2ppqACeF7BdKw_93eA/join --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Monday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at Patreon.com/unfoundpodcast. You can also contribute at Paypal: paypal.me/unfoundpodcast --email address: unfoundpodcast@gmail.com --the website: https://theunfoundpodcast.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: How to Price a Coaching and Consulting Hybrid Package For More Info Go To: https://amanda-walker.com/best-damn-coach/

Ever wondered if your greenhouse control system is actually helping—or if it's leaving you in the dark about your energy bills? I've been there, and that's exactly what we dig into in this episode.Joining me are Neda, CEO and co-founder of Microclimates, and Gretchen, Executive Director at the Greenhouse Lighting and Systems Engineering Consortium at Cornell, whose combined expertise covers everything from cutting-edge environmental controls to energy efficiency in controlled environment agriculture. Neda has an extensive background in developing technologies that empower growers with actionable data, while Gretchen brings years of research experience with leading universities and utility-backed initiatives in optimizing greenhouse lighting and automation.This episode unpacks the real-world findings from the CalNEX Project—a first-of-its-kind scientific study focused on the impact of smart environmental monitoring and controls in California greenhouses. We compare “smart” and “smarter” systems, revealing surprising industry gaps in environmental data collection, misunderstood overhead costs, and how simple steps can lead to significant energy savings and business sustainability.Beyond the results, we chat about practical steps for adopting automation without ripping out your current systems, new open-platform sensor trends, the reality (and future) of AI in controlled ag, and why a phased, data-driven approach will be key for small and large growers alike. If you're daunted by all the talk of sensors, integration, or AI, consider this the guide to understanding what actually matters—and what you can do today.Curious if you're missing an easy win in your farm's energy management, or want a reality check on all the AI hype? Tune in now and turn your environmental data into your biggest asset!Thanks to Our SponsorsCEA Summit East - https://indoor.ag/cea-summit-east-2025/Indoor AgCon - https://indoor.ag/Key Takeaways00:00 Discussing the CalNEX Project findings03:17 Smart Controls Project achievements07:52 Improving greenhouse energy efficiency10:34 Energy consumption misconceptions12:57 Diverse systems in cannabis farming19:10 Automating greenhouse light management22:22 Operational impacts in construction projects25:40 Consulting on greenhouse tech needs27:50 Discussing phased approach for innovations29:57 Phased approach to AI implementation35:51 Parental influence on IT security37:02 Adopting AI and Automation Tools41:17 Starting with basic crop monitoring43:32 Indoor farming control techniques46:39 Year of retrofits and opportunities49:46 Appreciating industry partnershipsTweetable Quotes"Our job is to complement what's already there. The projects Gretchen mentioned, every site had something different… Our job wasn't to go in and just say, rip everything out for this control study and start over because we want to collect the data. It was really to take a look at what do you currently have, how can we complement that with adding more environmental insight, environmental visibility to that operation, and is there a way that we can integrate what you currently have?" "I'd say the biggest surprise and biggest lesson was that they didn't have enough environmental visibility. A lot of these operations had maybe one temperature humidity sensor hanging in the middle of the room representing the entire greenhouse or a section of the greenhouse. Your control system is only as good as the information it's taking in, like the input, right?""If you don't have the thousands of data points, if you can't summarize the trends, if you can't make any recommendations and alerts, and you can't generate those reports based on the thousand data points, how is this AI going to actually get to know you?... First of all, we have to step back and say, are operators actually collecting data? We already said early on in this conversation they are, but they don't have enough environmental visibility, which means they actually are not collecting enough data."Resources MentionedWebsite - www.microclimates.comYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Microclimates-IncInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/microclimatesFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/microclimates.incLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/microclimatesLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gschimelpfenig/Resource Innovation Institute - https://resourceinnovation.org/ Microclimates - https://microclimates.com/ Priva Control Systems - https://www.priva.com/Ritter Greenhouse Automation - https://rittergreenhouse.com/Connect With UsVFP LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/verticalfarmingpodcastVFP Twitter - https://twitter.com/VerticalFarmPodVFP Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/direct/inbox/VFP Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VerticalFarmPodSubscribe to our newsletters!AgTech Digest - https://agtechdigest.comThe Indoor Farmer - https://www.indoorverticalfarm.com/Horti-Gen Insights - https://www.hortigeninsights.com/

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Click here! In this episode, Brooke talks with Mark Stucker about the long game of building a college consulting practice, from his admissions background to growing School Match for You into a national model and how his podcast, Your College Bound Kid, contributes to his business growth. We dig into what really scales, what failed expensively (including his $100k mistake), and how trust-based marketing (like podcasting!) can become a serious client engine. They discuss:• Mark's path from admissions work to independent college consulting • The part-time to full-time transition and how he planned financially • Why “full-time caseload” depends on service scope and staffing • Delegating essays to a writing team to increase capacity • Building a contractor bench for niche student needs • A $100,000 product bet that backfired and the lessons it taught • How consistent podcasting turns listeners into ideal-fit clients • Referral strategy and “turn clients into walking billboards” • Presentations and community workshops as practical content marketing • The hardest challenges: parent boundaries, team energy, pricing perceptions If you did enjoy it, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or share it with a friend in the college consulting industry!

Have you ever felt an unexplainable pull towards a place, only to discover it was awakening a completely new version of yourself?In this episode of The Sacred Travel Podcast, Julia sits down with Carolin Föll, founder of ELLELIZA Coaching & Consulting and creator of ELUMINA, a transformational retreat experience in Lombok, Indonesia. Together they explore how Lombok and other islands become catalysts for expansion, why true leadership begins with the nervous system rather than relentless striving, and how the frequency of Lombok invites ambitious women to embody greater success, visibility, and impact—without losing themselves in the process.

This quarter's CEOBarometer examines the market's shift from AI experimentation to more strategic deployment. We explore three areas where that's playing out, and the impact it's having — both good and bad.  First, we look at how AI is advancing beyond bolt-on features to reshape products, business models and ultimately, organisational design. We examine this critical new stage of the ‘AI Goldilocks period', and what it means as AI strategy cements itself as a CEO- and board-level issue on which long-term shareholder value now depends.  Second, the frontier AI labs are moving into services; Anthropic and OpenAI have launched multi-billion-dollar, private equity-backed services businesses, with Microsoft and AWS close behind. What does it tell us about where value will really be created in the AI economy — and is it a threat or an opportunity for the UK mid-market?  Finally, we mark the SaaSpocalypse at its six-month birthday, exploring why investors remain cautious on traditional software, what an AI moat actually looks like and what leading SaaS CEOs are doing about it. It all comes back to a single strategic choice: over the next decade, does your business sell outcomes, or become part of the infrastructure that enables AI?  Timestamps:    1:00 — The AI Goldilocks period — What's driving the shift from bolt-on AI to business-critical strategy, and the five shifts CEOs need to make. 27:12 — Frontier labs move into services — Anthropic, OpenAI, Microsoft and AWS commit billions to AI services — threat or opportunity for the UK mid-market? 46:30 — The SaaSpocalypse, six months on — Feature commoditisation, the hunt for a genuine AI moat, and the reset in software valuations and deals. 1:03:31 — What the best CEOs are doing — Turning the wake-up call into opportunity, and the hard questions on pricing, people and product strategy.   About this podcast  Our quarterly podcast offers a clear, strategic perspective on the forces shaping the UK tech sector— M&A, capital flows, valuations, AI, and more.  Hosted by Megabuyte's Founder & Chairman, Ian Spence, and Megabuyte's Head of Research & Consulting, Neel Arampatta, the CEOBarometer is designed for CxOs of scale-ups and mid-market companies who value depth over noise. Find out more at www.megabuyte.com or search ‘Megabuyte for CxOs'.  CEOBarometer is now available in video format on Spotify and the Megabuyte YouTube channel, where you can also watch shorter excerpts from our previous episodes. 

Many of us rely on titles to determine if we becoming leaders in a consulting firm. This podcast provides a more important of definition of consulting leadership: who does the consulting firm turn to in times of crises and how do they do so? In fact, you will see that a leader in a consulting organization can be as young as an analyst and a partner may not be a leader. In fact the level of candor between you and the existing leadership is the only measure that matters. This podcast explains this concept with various examples Related: - Competing with a high performing consultant - Learn all about consulting from our Consulting Offer Here are some free gifts for you: Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

Wide Right at Night and a VTO that's a NO GO!  Tune in to find out more.  This month I am again asking what would you have done. But this time I share not only what I would have done, but what I actually did.  Check out the video version of the podcast HERE SETP 70th Annual Symposium & Banquet - Click for more details and to register   This Podcast is sponsored by Time2climb Training and Consulting

We are living through a fundamental shift in how businesses operate, compete, and create value. The Pirate Street Journal, hosted by Christopher, Eddie, and Bri, breaks down three major business stories through the category design lens, revealing a common thread that most mainstream business coverage misses entirely. That thread is AI data, and how the companies and individuals who understand it best are quietly rewriting the rules of entire industries. From energy infrastructure to ice cream shops to management consulting, the signal is clear and growing louder. This is just one of the topics that Pirates Christopher Lochhead, Eddie Yoon and Bri Clark discuss on this episode of Pirate Street Journal. Each week, the Category Pirates pick three headlines worth paying attention to and break down the category underneath. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   Portable Power and the AI Energy Race China now controls 90% of the world’s battery storage cells, and the top ten storage cell manufacturers on Earth are all Chinese. The easy read on this is that the centralized, top-down model has already won. But the more interesting story is happening on the other side of the equation, where pioneers are refusing to wait for governments to build grids and are instead making power portable, distributed, and locally owned. Elon Musk quietly acquired a mobile power company capable of deploying a functional power plant in 30 days and driving it wherever demand exists. Tesla is simultaneously selling Mega Packs to cities experiencing brownouts while offering Powerwalls to individual homeowners. The insight here is that AI data is driving the need for entirely new power infrastructure, and the winners will not necessarily be the nations with the biggest grids. They will be the builders who understand that decentralized, distributed power networks can outmaneuver any centralized system when speed and flexibility matter most. Eddie raises the concept of a “Mega Pod,” a combination of batteries and GPUs in a scalable unit that could allow businesses, farms, and institutions with unused land to generate power, offset costs, and participate in a distributed data center economy. This is AI data infrastructure being rebuilt from the bottom up, and the annuity potential mirrors what Alaskan citizens receive from oil revenues every year.   Niche Down AI Data and the Rise of the Small Company Ben Affleck sold a stealth AI startup called Inner Positive to Netflix for $587 million. The company trained small models on individual film footage, replicating a director’s lighting style and visual language to accelerate post-production. An ice cream shop in downtown Los Angeles used prediction markets to hedge against cold weather, covering nearly half its monthly rent. A seven-person software company hit $10 million in revenue doing the work that once required 50 employees. These three stories appear unrelated on the surface, but they share a single strategic insight. Each one identified a narrow, specific type of AI data that nobody else was paying attention to and built an economic advantage around it. The Ben Affleck startup did not steal from other artists. It used a creator’s own footage as training data, producing tools that serve the creator rather than extract from them. The ice cream shop owner recognized that temperature data was weakness data for his business and converted it into a revenue stream through smart financial instruments. What AI is doing for smaller operators and independent entrepreneurs is lowering the barriers to prosecuting what Christopher Lochhead calls the magic triangle, building a legendary company, product, and category simultaneously. The surplus economics of AI are not accruing only to OpenAI, Anthropic, or the Mag Seven. They are flowing toward anyone willing to identify the weird data specific to their own situation and build something original with it.   Consulting and the Death of the Billable Hour McKinsey now ties 25% of its global fees to outcomes rather than hours. Bain reports that 30% of its business is AI and tech enabled, with ambitions to reach 50%. BCG expects AI work to jump from roughly 20% of revenue to 40% within a year. These are not small firms experimenting at the margins. These are the most conservative, hour-worshipping institutions in the professional services world, and they are cracking under the pressure of a new reality driven by AI data and what it makes possible. The billable hour was always a proxy for value, not a measure of it. What consulting firms are beginning to acknowledge is that AI data and the tools built around it can compress the time required for entry-level analytical work dramatically, which means the old pricing model no longer reflects what clients are actually buying. The shift from time-based to outcome-based compensation is not unique to consulting. It is the direction that professional compensation has been moving across all sectors for decades, from hourly wages to salaries to bonuses to equity. Eddie frames this shift clearly. People who are naturally oriented toward outcomes and who understand how to use AI data to drive measurable results are going to be rewarded more generously than ever before. Those who have relied on time as their unit of exchange, without a clear connection to the value they produce, are entering genuinely uncertain territory. The consultants are the last ones you would expect to change. The fact that they already are should function as a signal flare for every professional in every industry paying attention. To hear about all the topics in this week's The Pirate Street Journal, download and listen to this episode. You can also read more Pirate Street Journal entries in the Category Pirates newsletter.   We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. Feel free to email him, connect on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify!

327 / How can you make one piece of content do more for you? What does it take to juggle fiction, nonfiction, and podcasting? Matty Dalrymple shares tips on how she builds an audience on multiple platforms, collaborates on nonfiction projects, and streamlines her business strategies.Streamlining social media to focus on meaningful engagementLeveraging Substack for podcasting and community buildingCollaboration tips for co-authoring nonfictionThe mindset shift from scattered efforts to strategic synergy✨ This week's sponsor is Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.com

This week Rich Diviney delves into his latest work, 'The Masters of Uncertainty,' which offers strategies for managing stress and performing under pressure. Rich shares the importance of understanding and deconstructing attributes, the concept of dynamic subordination in teams, and the critical role of trust. The conversation also touches on the neuroscience behind dealing with uncertainty, the practice of moving horizons, and practical breathing techniques for managing autonomic arousal. Rich emphasizes the need for purpose-driven leadership and how mastering uncertainty can empower individuals to thrive in complex environments. Episode Highlights: 03:57 Writing and Impact of 'The Masters of Uncertainty' 08:30 Applying SEAL Strategies to Everyday Life 24:07 Navigating Adversity with Micro Strategies 25:58 The Power of Breathing Techniques 41:51 The Four Pillars of Trust 44:34 Dynamic Subordination in Leadership Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL Commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments-eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, he spearheaded the creation of a SEAL directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first ever "Mind Gym" in Naval Special Warfare that helped SEALs train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better, especially in high-stress environments. Since his retirement, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant, training more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders. Rich also works with Simon Sinek's organization, Start With WHY. You can learn more about Rich here: https://theattributes.com/ Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

”Expertise whisperer” Wes Wheless joined me on Ditching Hourly to talk about turning corporate expertise into a solo consulting business. We talked about his new book, The Expert's Privilege, how corporate professionals can recognize transferable expertise, why visual IP helps consultants explain their work, and what to do before making the leap from employee to independent consultant.Chapters01:35 - From Corporate to Consulting03:48 - Pivoting Toward Solo Consultants06:16 - Daily Email, Authority, and Visual IP11:46 - The Expert's Privilege18:36 - Why Corporate Experts Undervalue Their Skills23:23 - Excavating Your Expertise27:18 - Finding Your Zone of Genius32:44 - From Self-Examination to Market Validation35:30 - What to Do Before You Leave Corporate40:22 - A Book Is FOR Someone44:23 - Writing the Book With Support52:06 - Launch Strategy and Early ResultsAbout WesWes Wheless is an "expertise whisperer," founder of Develop My IP, and creator of The Lightbulb, a daily email for corporates-turned-consultants.After two consecutive tech layoffs, Wes traded a 20-year corporate career spanning consulting, enterprise, and startups for a solo practice helping experts turn their knowledge into IP, frameworks, and "intellectual headshots."Wes holds business degrees from The Wharton School and Kellogg School of Management and lives in Seattle, Washington. The Expert's Privilege is his first book.LinksResources & Services: weswheless.comThe Expert's Privilege: wesbook.comBuy on Amazon: buywesbook.comThe Lightbulb email: lightbulbemail.comFen Druadin, Book Midwife: fendruadin.com (00:00) - Introduction (01:35) - From Corporate to Consulting (03:48) - Pivoting Toward Solo Consultants (06:16) - Daily Email, Authority, and Visual IP (11:46) - The Expert's Privilege (18:36) - Why Corporate Experts Undervalue Their Skills (23:23) - Excavating Your Expertise (27:18) - Finding Your Zone of Genius (32:44) - From Self-Examination to Market Validation (35:30) - What to Do Before You Leave Corporate (40:22) - A Book Is for Someone (44:23) - Writing the Book With Support (52:06) - Launch Strategy and Early Results (55:31) - Where to Find Wes ----Do you have questions about how to improve your business? Things like:Value pricing your work instead of billing for your time?Positioning yourself as the go-to person in your space?Productizing your services so you never have to have another awkward sales call or spend hours writing another custom proposal?Book a one-on-one coaching call with me and get answers to these questions and others in the time it takes to get ready for work in the morning.Best of all, you're covered by my 100% satisfaction guarantee. If at the end of the call, you don't feel like it was worth it, just say the word, and I'll refund your purchase in full.To book your one-on-one coaching call, go to: https://jonathanstark.com/callI hope to see you there!

Wondering if it's really possible to launch your consulting or coaching business in less than 30 days...without cutting corners or relying on AI? If you've spent decades building your expertise but feel overwhelmed by turning it into a business, you might assume launching the right way has to take months. It doesn't. In this episode of the Consulting Matters podcast, my guest is my client Dorothy Mosby, who went from senior academic leader to consulting and coaching business owner in less than 30 days — complete with a clear brand position, compelling messaging, a professionally designed website, and a successful launch just in time for a critical speaking event at a conference filled with her ideal clients. Together, we pull back the curtain on what made that possible, why speed doesn't have to come at the expense of quality, and why AI can be a valuable tool at times but can never replace the strategy, creativity, and human insight required to build a business that truly represents who you are and connects you to the clients you're meant to serve. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why slowing down to work first on your brand clarity is what speeds up your business launch Where AI helps when you're launching your consulting or coaching business — and where it slows you down The unlearning experienced academics and corporate professionals have to do to craft messages and copy that connects with clients Why your website is about far more than credibility: it's about stepping into your identity as a business owner WHERE TO DIVE IN: 02:18 – Why Dorothy left senior academic leadership for consulting/coaching business ownership 09:00 – Why experienced professionals struggle to define their niche 13:22 – How a conference deadline forced a 30-day launch 16:22 – Why professional branding photos matter 36:53 – Unlearning academic and corporate writing 43:50 – Finding the right words in a politically sensitive climate 50:59 – Dorothy's advice for midlife entrepreneurs 55:03 – Who Dorothy serves and how to send the right leaders her way See full show notes and transcript here → https://www.betsyjordyn.com/blog/How-to-Launch-a-Consulting-or-Coaching-Business-in-Less-Than-30-Days NEXT STEPS Learn more about my VIP brand-building & messaging services, custom-designed for purpose-driven consultants and coaches → https://www.betsyjordyn.com/services Get free templates and guides to nail your niche, clarify your value, craft compelling messages, and position yourself for the right clients and opportunities → https://www.betsyjordyn.com/downloads RESOURCES Learn more about Dorothy's academic leadership coaching (and how my team and I brought her brand positioning and messaging to life through copy, photos, and visuals)→ https://dorothymosby.com If you prefer video or want closed captions, you can watch all my episodes on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/BetsyJordyn If you're on LinkedIn, come say hi! → https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsy-jordyn/

In part two of this Quality Hub: Chatting with ISO Experts conversation, host Xavier Francis continues the discussion on supplier resilience and quality with Jutta Bangs from the Tennessee APEX Accelerator. This episode focuses on what organizations should document in their quality management system when disruptions force them to use alternate suppliers, substitute materials, or expedite purchasing decisions. Edith explains why documentation is critical for auditors, customer expectations, government contracts, and continuous improvement, while also sharing practical ways businesses can strengthen supplier management without overcomplicating their QMS. From mapping critical suppliers and building qualified backup options to adding resilience into supplier scorecards and more, this episode highlights how organizations can be proactive, prepared, and better positioned when the next disruption occurs.   Helpful Resources: Jutta Bangs:  jutta.bangs@tennessee.edu National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX): www.napex.us How is ISO 9001 Implemented?:  https://www.thecoresolution.com/how-is-iso-9001-implemented For All Things ISO 9001:2015: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-9001-2015 Contact us at 866.354.0300 or email us at info@thecoresolution.com A Plethora of Articles: https://www.thecoresolution.com/free-learning-resources ISO 9001 Consulting: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-consulting

Dr. Brooke Lundquist is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has dedicated her career to supporting the people who answer the call. With more than 25 years as part of a fire service family, she brings both professional expertise and personal perspective to the unique challenges facing first responders and their loved ones. As the owner of First Responder Counseling and Consulting, Brooke and her team provide culturally competent therapy for firefighters, law enforcement, EMS personnel, and their families. She also serves as the on-site Mental Health Professional for Redmond Fire Department, Bellevue Fire Department, and Harborview Medical Center's Paramedic Training Program. Trained in EMDR, Gottman Couples Therapy, and certified as a First Responder Counselor, Brooke is leading the conversation on why mental health is no longer just a benefit—it's an operational necessity. Her message is clear: changing the culture of wellness in the fire service begins with leadership, trust, and making mental health a part of the job from day one.

This week's #MidweekRoundup #intled #livechat asks: Are we doing enough to be authentic with our comms? What will the fallout be from the end of D/S? Are student visas harder to get everywhere?

Consulting: missingpersonsconsulting.com On this episode, Ed analyzes the Alaska disappearance of Michael LeMaitre, he updates everyone on Rose Marie Gayhart, Ed goes over Wade Steffey's case, and he covers a bunch of other stuff including . . . my birthday week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What separates an average automotive salesperson from someone capable of selling more than 40 cars per month? "The more you familiarize yourself with the customer, the more you're going to be able to use that for yourself to build your business as a car salesman." - Josh MacPhee In this episode of the Millionaire Car Salesman Podcast, Sean V. Bradley sits down with Josh MacPhee, a top-performing sales consultant at McDonald Buick GMC Cadillac in Moncton, Canada, who sold an incredible 326 vehicles in only his second year in the automotive industry and went on to achieve a 40-car month. Josh reveals the mindset, daily habits, customer-service strategies, and modern tools that helped him rapidly build a powerful client base. From relentless follow-up and constant availability to using social media as a relationship-building engine, his approach challenges the traditional way many sales professionals operate. "Be kind, be honest, really help people, and care about what they're trying to accomplish in buying a vehicle from you." - Josh MacPhee You'll also hear how Josh transformed his experience working in a skateboard shop into a thriving automotive career, multiplied his results far beyond industry averages, and created relationships that continue producing business long after the initial sale. Whether you are brand-new to the showroom or an experienced salesperson looking to break through a performance plateau, this episode delivers practical strategies you can immediately adapt to generate more conversations, strengthen customer loyalty, and sell more vehicles. The numbers are impressive, but the process behind them is where the real value lives. Listen now to discover what Josh does differently. Key Takeaways: ✅ Building strong customer relationships and offering exceptional service are central to achieving consistent high sales figures. ✅ Utilizing social media platforms such as Facebook and Facebook Marketplace can significantly increase referral-based sales. ✅ Regular and effective follow-up is critical in maintaining customer interest and converting leads into sales. ✅ Working closely with managers and leveraging their expertise can help refine sales techniques and improve results. ✅ Embracing technology and community engagement can create additional pathways to expand a personal brand and reach in automotive sales.   About Josh MacPhee Josh MacPhee is a dynamic and successful automotive sales consultant at McDonald Buick GMC Cadillac in Moncton, Canada. With a notable track record of selling 326 units in his second full year and achieving a remarkable 40-car month, Josh has swiftly risen as an influential figure in car sales. Prior to his career in the automotive industry, Josh honed his customer service skills by working at a retail skateboard shop, where he was responsible for cultivating customer relations and building sales initiatives. His commitment to customer service, strategic use of social media for networking, and relentless follow-up tactics are key elements of his sales approach, enabling him to far exceed the national sales averages within his industry. Josh continues to push boundaries and set new records in automotive sales by constantly evolving and adapting his strategies.   Embracing the Grind: How Relentless Follow-Up and Customer Service Revolutionize Car Sales   Key Takeaways: Emphasize the importance of continuous growth and development, even in challenging markets. Foster a relentless commitment to customer service and follow-up. Leverage technology and team dynamics to excel in sales performance.   Relentless Customer Service and Follow-Up in Car Sales In the competitive world of car sales, consistency is key. Josh MacPhee's story illustrates how relentless follow-up and exemplary customer service can create extraordinary success in an environment where most salespeople average less than ten cars monthly. The approach is simple yet profound: make it easy for the customer and be accessible, whether on weekends, late at night, or even during holidays. MacPhee, a sales consultant at McDonald Buick GMC Cadillac in Moncton, Canada, credits his success to these values. "I just talk so much and create such a personal level with my conversations that they want to come back," explains MacPhee. His willingness to take calls late a night and work during off-hours underscores a broader principle: in a performance-based industry, accessibility can set you apart from competitors. This dedication to being available whenever the customer needs support leaves a lasting impact, evidenced by customers who choose him because he's consistently available and knowledgeable. "You wasted no time to get back to me and talk to me the whole time you were off on vacation," a customer reportedly said, highlighting trust and reliability as cornerstones of MacPhee's successful strategy.   Building a Sales Network through Referrals and Community Engagement Effective car sales extend beyond the dealership floor—into community networking and robust referral systems. For MacPhee, referrals significantly contribute to his sales numbers. "We offer $200 for a referral," he states, a small investment when aiming for a fruitful long-lasting business relationship. Beyond financial incentives, MacPhee emphasizes relationship-building by engaging customers on social media platforms like Facebook, maintaining the connection long after the initial sale. Moreover, MacPhee leverages local insights and community relationships. "If it's legit, think about this: why the hell would you not want to incentivize somebody?" he argues, stressing the value of forging lasting connections within the community. Understanding local relevance, he primes his sales strategy by ensuring his presence is acknowledged beyond the transactional relationship, positioning himself as a reliable advisor in the community. By fostering deep ties, both digital and personal, MacPhee's strategy aligns with broader community-focused practices that drive sustained success. His approach taps into a natural cycle—prioritize existing relationships to expand business, maximizing opportunities for referral-based prospects in a strategy that feeds itself.   Harnessing Technology and Team Dynamics In an era where technology plays a transformative role, integrating modern tools into traditional sales processes offers a distinct advantage. However, at McDonald Buick GMC Cadillac, MacPhee sees a fusion of personal effort and minimal tech dependence. "Artificial intelligence? What do you mean?" Queries MacPhee, indicating an opportunity for technological advancement that complements his human-centric approach. Still, the power of a cohesive work environment shouldn't be underestimated. Through collaboration with managers and peers, he builds a reservoir of sales knowledge and refined tactics. Allying with mentors and learning actively, MacPhee draws from a collective base of expertise that deepens individual knowledge, especially for complex negotiations. "It's important because you're getting a second person in to talk," MacPhee shares, emphasizing the value of team-based sales processes. Such environments promote skill sharing and adaptive learning, as colleagues become resources rather than competitors. Thus, success grows not only from independent initiative but from thriving in a supportive team context.   Josh MacPhee's story champions the idea that diligence, customer engagement, and a strategic approach to relationships can transcend the industry norm, catapulting sales beyond expected metrics. Insights from his journey reveal that relentless dedication to customers and collaborative learning environments can redefine success. Though not overly reliant on modern technology, salespeople like MacPhee showcase the power of grinding hard, building a network, and making each customer interaction meaningful. Through this lens, car sales emerge not as a routine job, but as a dynamic business driven by personalities who exceed boundaries through sheer tenacity and astute connection-making.       Resources + Our Proud Sponsors:   ➼ Podium: The AI Platform Powering the Modern Dealership. 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Inside the group, members collaborate daily on automotive sales strategies, lead handling, phone scripts, closing techniques, CRM best practices, dealership leadership, and accountability systems. Learn directly from top automotive trainers, industry mentors, and high-performing sales leaders who are actively winning in today's market. If you're serious about growing your automotive career, increasing car sales, and building long-term success, join The Millionaire Car Salesman Facebook Group today! ➼ Dealer Synergy: Dealer Synergy is the automotive industry's #1 Sales Training, Consulting, and Accountability Firm, with over 20 years of proven dealership success nationwide. We specialize in helping car dealerships increase sales, improve processes, and build high-performing Sales, Internet, and BDC departments from the ground up. Our expertise includes automotive phone scripts, rebuttals, CRM action plans, lead handling strategies, BDC workflows, Internet sales processes, management training, and accountability systems. Dealer Synergy partners directly with dealership leadership to align people, process, and technology, ensuring consistent results and scalable growth. From independent dealers to large dealer groups and OEM partnerships, Dealer Synergy delivers measurable performance improvements, stronger teams, and sustainable profitability. ➼ Bradley On Demand: Bradley On Demand is the automotive industry's most advanced interactive training, tracking, testing, and certification platform for car dealerships — built to develop top-performing teams across Sales, Internet Sales, BDC, CRM, Phone Skills, Leadership, and Management. In addition to LIVE virtual automotive training classes and a library of 9,000+ on-demand dealership training modules, Bradley On Demand now includes AI Phone Roleplaying and Coaching to help salespeople and BDC agents practice real dealership conversations before they ever get on the phone with customers. This AI-powered roleplay technology strengthens phone scripts, objection handling, appointment setting, lead follow-up, and closing skills, while providing measurable coaching feedback for continuous improvement. Bradley On Demand empowers dealerships to train faster, coach smarter, improve call performance, increase closing ratios, and sell more cars more profitably — all through structured, trackable, modern automotive training.

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Coneflower Consulting creates thoughtful, accessible websites that help nonprofits, businesses and mission-driven organizations better connect with their audiences and share the stories behind their work. CEO, Sarah Bishop, joins us with more. Sarah Bishop: Organizations making a positive difference in Utah communities deserve websites that amplify their impact. At Coneflower Consulting, we help mission-driven businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and educational organizations create websites that tell their stories while being visually engaging, accessible and easy to manage. Having recently relocated to Salt Lake City, we're excited to partner with organizations across our new state while continuing to serve clients nationwide. We believe a great website is more than a digital brochure — it's a powerful tool for building trust, inspiring action and advancing your mission. From complete website design and redevelopment to content strategy, branding, search engine optimization and analytics, we create digital experiences that help organizations reach more people and achieve greater impact. Beyond web design, we also provide strategic planning, group facilitation and leadership development to help organizations thrive. We're proud to partner with people and organizations that are making Utah — and the world — a better place. Learn more at Coneflower.org. Derek Miller: By helping organizations build stronger, more effective websites, Coneflower Consulting continues to support the people and missions, making it easier for them to connect, communicate and grow their impact. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 7/28/26

When Andrea Palacio stepped into the unfamiliar home services industry as an inexperienced founder, disaster struck almost immediately. A rogue manager quit after convincing 10 employees to leave, top clients walked away, and monthly revenue plummeted from $70,000 down to $40,000—all while Andrea was pregnant with her second child and raising an eight-month-old.With zero technical background and no trade experience, Andrea refused to give up. Armed with YouTube tutorials and sheer grit, she taught herself how to build custom AI automations using Claude Code to save her struggling business. Today, her landscaping company generates over $1 million a year, operates seamlessly on autopilot, and runs so effectively without her daily involvement that she recently turned down an offer to sell it.In this episode of the UpFlip Podcast, Andrea sits down with Ryan Atkinson to reveal how a first-time operator replaced tedious manual tasks with custom AI agents—from 24/7 AI voice receptionists and automated invoice follow-ups to hands-free Google Ad optimization.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Time & Energy Audit: How to analyze your weekly schedule as a new founder to pinpoint the exact manual, repetitive tasks you should delegate to AI first.Hands-Free Google Ads: How connecting Claude directly to your Google Ads campaign slashes your cost-per-click and replaces $4,000/month marketing agencies.The AI Receptionist & Invoice Chaser: How Andrea built automated AI voice agents to answer missed calls, book appointments directly into calendars, and follow up on past-due invoices.Automating 5-Star Reviews: The exact post-service automation workflow that sends instant, time-stamped photos to clients and drives a consistent stream of 5-star Google reviews.One Tool to Rule Them All: Why you don't need to master dozens of complex AI tools, and why focusing deeply on one platform (like Claude) is all it takes to transform your operations.Tags: Service & Consulting, Home Services, Business scaling, Home Services, AI, Landscaping, AutomationResources:The only thing worse than never starting a business… is starting the wrong one. That's why we created the UpFlip Assessment. It's a free tool that matches you with business ideas based on your skills, budget, experience, goals, and the kind of work you actually want to do. The results are scary accurate. Click the link in the show notes to see your best-fit business ideas in seconds — for free.UpFlip Assessment Tool:  https://accelerator.upflip.com/assessment Follow Our Second Channel Here: https://next.upflip.com/spotify Connect with Andrea: https://www.instagram.com/andreapalacio/?hl=en

Today, I'm joined by Jenny Duan, co-founder & CEO of Clair Health Launching in November, Clair's wrist-worn wearable leverages a multimodal sensor and female biology world model to unlock continuous, noninvasive hormone monitoring. In this episode, we discuss building the data infrastructure for women's health. We also cover: The perimenopause opportunity Designing a proprietary sensor stack Moving toward medical device status Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider  Website: https://wearclair.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clair_health  - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:30) Clair product overview (02:02) Wearable design and form factor (03:00) Women's health landscape (05:40) Hormone tracking solutions gap (06:36) Technology and sensors (08:00) Accuracy and calibration (09:15) Homeodynamic vs. homeostatic (11:30) Clinical applications (13:15) Perimenopause opportunity (14:50) Female founder experience (17:00) Fundraising and team building (20:00) Investor conversations (21:20) Demand signal and waitlist (22:00) Launch strategy (25:10) Healthcare integrations (27:45) Staying laser-focused (29:41) CEO daily priorities (31:20) Clinical trials and strategy (32:12) Consumer vs. medical balance (33:05) Voice AI and app experience (35:02) Where to find (35:54) Conclusion

Therapists are great at taking care of everyone else, but we are not always so good at noticing what the work is doing to us. In this episode, I'm talking with Lindsay Benson about the hidden toll private practice can take on our nervous systems. We get into therapist burnout, the stress that builds up from sitting with difficult stories all day, and the small practices that can help us reset between sessions. Lindsay also shares her experience moving from insurance to private pay, offering therapy intensives, and building a practice that feels more sustainable. This is a great conversation for anyone who loves the work but wants to have a little more energy left when the workday is over. Resources Mentioned In This Episode  Subscribe to YouTube Watch on YouTube Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network Follow us on Instagram Meet Lindsay Benson LPC-S With 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Lindsay Benson is passionate about helping people heal from the inside out. She earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Oklahoma State University, where her calling to work with trauma survivors began while volunteering with abused youth. That experience confirmed what she has known ever since, that helping others heal is more than a profession; it is her life's purpose. For more than a decade in private practice, Lindsay has specialized in working with adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, burnout, self-judgment, and a sense of disconnection from themselves and their lives. She is especially passionate about helping individuals reconnect with their authentic selves, cultivate self-compassion, and live with greater purpose, presence, and fulfillment. Lindsay believes lasting healing happens when we address the whole person mind, body, and spirit. Her integrative approach combines evidence-based therapies with holistic practices, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Healing, Transpersonal Psychology, Energy Psychology, Mindfulness, Reiki, Emotion Code, Body Code, Healing Remembered, and meditation. Her work focuses on helping clients regulate their nervous systems, heal unresolved wounds, and reconnect with their innate capacity for healing. Driven by a passion for supporting fellow clinicians, Lindsay co-founded Divine Legacy Collective, an organization dedicated to helping therapists thrive personally and professionally through immersive, embodied continuing education experiences. Rather than traditional lecture-based trainings, Divine Legacy Collective offers experiential CEU retreats and workshops that allow therapists to personally experience the very practices they can bring into their clinical work. Through trauma-informed yoga, somatic practices, meditation, parts work, nervous system regulation, time in nature, and opportunities for deep reflection, therapists leave not only with new clinical skills but also feeling renewed, grounded, and more connected to their Highest Self. Lindsay's mission is simple: to help people and the professionals who care for them move beyond surviving and into a life of authenticity, connection, healing, and lasting well-being. Lindsay's Website Divine Legacy Collective Instagram

Most small business owners don't realize they've built a job instead of a business – and they find out the hard way when it's time to sell. Lynn Bowser and Drew Webster of Elevate Strategy and Consulting join Jeff to explain why a company doing $10 million in revenue can be worth $1.5 million, while a $1.5 million company can be worth far more.Lynn and Drew get into what they call the "accidental CEO" problem – the attorney, dentist, or med spa owner who suddenly has 20 employees and never went to business school – plus where profit quietly bleeds out, why handing the business to your kid or your employees is riskier than it sounds, and Drew's rule for the whole thing: build a business you could sell tomorrow, but don't want to.Learn more:https://www.elevatescgroup.com/Hosted by:Jeff HammBest Lake Norman NC Realtorhttps://lknreal.com/Support the show

Sergeant First Class Melanie LaPerleState Headquarters, Vermont National Guard Originally from Venice, Florida, Melanie LaPerle has built a distinguished military career spanning active duty and National Guard service, marked by versatility, historic achievements, and a profound multi-generational family legacy.Matt Cota Meadow Hill ConsultingPolitical updates, Montpelier, High Profile races and Brad closes the show with a legendary number from Rick Norcross and his All Stars.

Complex Compliance – Why Healthcare Laws are So Complicated Host Adam Russo continues his special series with Jen McCormick, VP of Consulting at The Phia Group focusing on compliance and legal issues facing self-funded health plans. Jen shares interesting questions brokers are asking, particularly around PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Manager) transparency and conflicts of interest. Additional the debate between ICHRA (Individual Coverage HRA) versus traditional self-funding with captives. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Consulting services: https://missingpersonsconsulting.com/ It all started back in the middle of May with Episode 1. And now here we are near the ned of July and the Atlantic Series has reached its end. Yet, in doing so, we go back to the beginning by having assistant, Eric, on again to assess what was covered and what we learned. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4bh2ppqACeF7BdKw_93eA/join --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Monday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at Patreon.com/unfoundpodcast. You can also contribute at Paypal: paypal.me/unfoundpodcast --email address: unfoundpodcast@gmail.com --the website: https://theunfoundpodcast.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Send us Fan MailMcKinsey is making 12% more hires this year than last. But the jobs aren't going to the same profile of candidate.Energy and utilities is projected to grow 11% in 2026 – one of the least sexy practices in consulting, and one of the hottest right now. Healthcare, private equity, and consumer/retail are all shifting too.If you're aiming at the wrong sector or the wrong skill set, you're competing for the smallest slice of the market.Namaan breaks down where the hiring is concentrated, which skills firms are paying a premium for, and why specialists are starting to out-hire generalists.Resources:If you want to know exactly which firms are hiring hardest in the sectors Namaan covers, see our 2026 sector rankings before you decideIf you are serious about breaking into consulting in 2026, Black Belt pairs you with an expert coach to guide you through recruitingConsulting Deadlines:McKinsey, Bain, and BCG deadlines hit August 11 – 13 (and more are coming) – get interview-ready fast with Black BeltConnect With Management ConsultedCreate a free MC account or download the MC app (Apple, Android) to start your prep todaySchedule a free 15min consultation with the MC TeamWatch the video version of the podcast on YouTubeFollow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTokJoin an upcoming live event – case interviews demos, expert panels, and more

Author, financial advisor, and former management consultant Brian Herriot joined me on Ditching Hourly to talk about pursuing time freedom before financial freedom.Brian and I talk about his new book Time Freedom, the difference between time freedom and financial freedom, how flexible work can bridge the gap, and what he learned from using early readers, workshops, and hybrid publishing to turn his ideas into a book.Chapters00:00 - Brian's Time Freedom Story02:58 - Why Brian Wrote the Book05:30 - Choosing Hybrid Publishing09:53 - Building the Business Behind the Book12:16 - Time Freedom vs Financial Freedom16:46 - Making Nine Months Cover Twelve19:47 - Remote Work and Flexible Work23:18 - Who Can Actually Do This?27:17 - Early Readers and Draft Feedback31:51 - Tools for Testing a Book33:32 - Testing Ideas Before Writing36:00 - Writing the First Draft40:26 - The Time Freedom Framework46:52 - Writing a Better Ending50:44 - Counterintuitive Money AdviceResources We MentionedTime Freedom preorder pageTime Freedom CalculatorTime Freedom PodcastBrian Herriot on LinkedInWrite a Must-Read by AJ HarperAJ HarperPage Two SimplifiedMike MichalowiczMike Michalowicz on The Business of AuthorityWrite Useful Books / Rob FitzpatrickHelp This BookHeroic Public SpeakingCharlie Hoehn on The Knowledge Project with Shane ParrishGuest BioBrian Herriot is the founder of Time Freedom and the author of Time Freedom: Rethink Your Work and Money to Create a Life You Love Now. He is an author, speaker, registered investment advisor, financial advisor, business consultant, and co-host of The Time Freedom Podcast. His professional background includes management consulting roles at Accenture and Point B, as well as a director position at UCSF Health. Learn more at https://timefreedom.life/. (00:00) - Brian's Time Freedom Story (02:58) - Why Brian Wrote the Book (05:30) - Choosing Hybrid Publishing (09:53) - Building the Business Behind the Book (12:16) - Time Freedom vs Financial Freedom (16:46) - Making Nine Months Cover Twelve (19:47) - Remote Work and Flexible Work (23:18) - Who Can Actually Do This? (27:17) - Early Readers and Draft Feedback (31:51) - Tools for Testing a Book (33:32) - Testing Ideas Before Writing (36:00) - Writing the First Draft (40:26) - The Time Freedom Framework (46:52) - Writing a Better Ending (50:44) - Counterintuitive Money Advice ----Do you have questions about how to improve your business? Things like:Value pricing your work instead of billing for your time?Positioning yourself as the go-to person in your space?Productizing your services so you never have to have another awkward sales call or spend hours writing another custom proposal?Book a one-on-one coaching call with me and get answers to these questions and others in the time it takes to get ready for work in the morning.Best of all, you're covered by my 100% satisfaction guarantee. If at the end of the call, you don't feel like it was worth it, just say the word, and I'll refund your purchase in full.To book your one-on-one coaching call, go to: https://jonathanstark.com/callI hope to see you there!

A century-old tech company just took a gut punch from Wall Street. A century-old oil giant hasn't had an exciting headline in years. Ten years from now, which one do you actually want to own?In this episode, Greg takes the long view on two very different dividend payers. The first is IBM ($IBM), a stock that ran from the low $200s to a high near $325 over the past year as its quantum computing story caught fire. It then dropped back to around $205 after disappointing contract delays spooked the market. Greg walks through why the selloff isn't the end of the story: IBM's debt has improved, revenue is growing again after years of stagnation, and at roughly 17 times earnings, he argues investors are no longer paying for the quantum computing option.The second is Chevron ($CVX), a stock with none of IBM's drama and, in Greg's view, almost all of the certainty. Diversified across exploration, refining, and chemicals, with a dividend track record that held even when oil prices went negative in 2020, Chevron represents a different kind of long-term bet. It's not a call option on a breakthrough, but a compounding cash flow machine that is also a quiet beneficiary of AI.Two very different companies, one shared idea: real wealth is built by holding through the boring years, not by chasing the exciting ones.TOPICS COVERED[00:41] Introduction: Two Long-Term Stories, Two Different Bets [03:04] IBM ($IBM): From Story Stock to Speed Bump [04:47] Inside IBM's Business: Software, Consulting, and Red Hat [08:41] The Quantum Computing Bet Behind the Stock [13:44] IBM's 10-Year Dividend Growth Math [16:24] Chevron ($CVX): The Cash Flow Machine [18:17] Chevron's Dividend Track Record and Financial Strength [20:40] Diversification: Upstream, Downstream, and Chemicals [21:15] Chevron as a Natural Gas and AI Play [23:49] Why Chevron Over Exxon ($XOM)? [25:45] Two Long Views, One Lesson in Patience [28:02] Final Takeaway: It's All About the Waiting ________ 

Scott Doggett spent 30 years in corporate America — first running hotels and resorts in hospitality operations, then leading learning and development teams up to vice president. He was, by every external measure, successful. Titles. Awards. Promotions. The ladder, climbed. Then came the layoff at the end of 2023. His first in 30 years. He gave himself the six months of his severance package to figure out what came next. He tried consulting. He taught college classes. He worked with a Native American tribe in Alabama. Nothing sparked. On the exact six-month anniversary of the layoff, he had what he describes as a mini panic attack — the realization that he was no closer to his purpose than the day he was let go. That night he prayed and surrendered. The next morning, the first email in his inbox was a LinkedIn job posting for a director role at a Christian nonprofit — a role that described, almost word for word, everything he had spent the last decade building. He applied. He got a call back the same day. He got the job. Nine months later, he was laid off again. On Episode 237 of Fine is a 4-Letter Word, Scott Doggett tells host Lori Saitz the full story: the values from a small New England town, the 30 years of go-go-go that never left room to ask the real questions, the wilderness journey, the two layoffs, the servant leadership he witnessed at the nonprofit that changed everything, and the movement he is now building through National ALD to humanize workplaces across America. Along the way he shares the Gallup numbers that should alarm every business leader (only 30% of your workforce is fully engaged — and 20% are actively working against you), the boat analogy that reframes where leadership energy actually belongs, the Ebenezer Scrooge workshop experience that wakes leaders up to their own future, and why he believes the leaders of tomorrow will be defined not by what they know but by how well they connect. Listen on all platforms: Search "Fine is a 4-Letter Word" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Timestamps: 00:00 The water-instead-of-coffee opening and getting right into it 01:00 Values from a small New England town: every person is a priceless human being 02:00 Early leadership lessons that didn't fit: the big stick, the raised voice, the five-second experiment 03:30 How authoritarian leadership styles persist — and what is forcing them to change 05:30 Why employees today expect more: options, mobility, and the cost of turnover 06:00 The label problem: why calling people 'resources' and 'assets' changes how we treat them 07:00 The Gallup numbers: 30% engaged, 50% apathetic, 20% working against you 08:30 What that 50% actually wants — and why pizza parties aren't the answer 09:00 Scott's fine-but-not-fine moment: VP title, the layoff, and the six-month wilderness journey 10:30 Consulting, teaching college, the Alabama tribe, and nothing sparking 11:30 The panic attack on the six-month anniversary — and the prayer that night 12:00 The LinkedIn email the next morning and why he almost didn't open it 13:00 Getting the job, nine months at the nonprofit, and getting laid off again 14:00 What he saw at the nonprofit that he had never seen in 30 years of corporate life 15:00 Slowing down, morning walks, scripture, and learning to listen for answers 17:00 What to say to the leader still inside the corporate grind who thinks this doesn't apply to them 19:00 The mirror exercise: changing the label from 'resource' to 'priceless human being' 20:00 The boat analogy: three rowing hard, five barely dipping oars, two rowing backwards 22:00 Practical technique: pause, notice the label, change it to priceless — even in traffic 24:00 Great Aunt Frida in the blue Cadillac convertible, and the grace it teaches 26:00 AI, stress, and why the future of leadership is human connection 27:30 The national movement: nationalald.com, faculty across the country, public workshops 29:00 The Ebenezer Scrooge experience: past, present, future — what do you want to be known for? 30:30 Take care of your geese. The goose and the golden egg. 31:00 Eminem's Lose Yourself as the long-run pick-me-up song Connect with Scott Doggett: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdoggett/ Website: https://www.nationalald.com/ About the Show: Fine Is a 4-Letter Word is the show for leaders who are tired of pretending everything is okay. Host Lori Saitz brings on guests who get honest about what it really takes to lead with empathy, vulnerability, gratitude, and courage. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and if this conversation hit home, leave a review. It helps more leaders find the show.

Many medical device startups assume they're audit ready because they have documented procedures, completed templates, and a Quality Management System in place.However, successful audits require much more than organized documentation.In this episode of the Medical Device Made Easy Podcast, we welcome Chiratana Pot from Enlil to discuss what true audit readiness looks like and why continuous compliance is far more effective than preparing only when an audit is scheduled.What You'll LearnWhat Is an Audit Really?Many organizations view audits as exercises designed to uncover mistakes.In reality, audits evaluate whether your Quality Management System is implemented effectively and consistently—not simply whether procedures exist.Compliance vs. Audit ReadinessBeing compliant and being audit ready are not always the same.The discussion explores how companies can move beyond documentation and demonstrate that their processes are actively followed throughout the organization.Common Startup MistakesDrawing from experience working with MedTech startups, Chiratana shares the most frequent challenges organizations encounter before their first audit, including assumptions that often lead to unexpected findings.Why Traceability MattersOne of the central themes of the episode is traceability.We examine how effective traceability connects requirements, risks, design decisions, verification activities, and documentation—making change management more efficient and strengthening overall compliance.How Enlil Supports Connected DevelopmentThe conversation concludes with an overview of Enlil's approach to connected development, explaining why integrating quality into product development from the beginning helps organizations maintain continuous audit readiness rather than relying on last-minute preparation.Key TakeawayAudit readiness is not a checklist completed before an inspection.It's the result of building a culture where quality, traceability, and compliance are embedded into everyday work.For MedTech startups, developing this mindset early can simplify audits, improve product quality, and create a stronger foundation for long-term regulatory success.Who is Monir El Azzouzi? Monir El Azzouzi is the founder and CEO of Easy Medical Device a Consulting firm that is supporting Medical Device manufacturers for any Quality and Regulatory affairs activities all over the world. Monir can help you to create your Quality Management System, Technical Documentation or he can also take care of your Clinical Evaluation, Clinical Investigation through his team or partners. Easy Medical Device can also become your Authorized Representative and Independent Importer Service provider for EU, UK and Switzerland. Monir has around 16 years of experience within the Medical Device industry working for small businesses and also big corporate companies. He has now supported around 100 clients to remain compliant on the market. His passion to the Medical Device filed pushed him to create educative contents like, blog, podcast, YouTube videos, LinkedIn Lives where he invites guests who are sharing educative information to his audience. Visit easymedicaldevice.com to know more.  If you need help implementing QMSR or preparing your teams for FDA inspections, contact: info@easymedicaldevice.com If you are located outside the EU/UK/Switzerland and need an Authorized Representative (and possibly an Importer), we can support you as well.Who is Chiratana (CP) Pot? Chiratana (CP) Pot is Senior Director of Product at Enlil, a cloud-native, AI-driven development traceability platform built for medical device and life sciences organizations. Enlil connects quality, regulatory, R&D, manufacturing, and operations teams through a unified system of record, enabling traceability, auditability, and regulatory readiness across the product lifecycle. CP works with MedTech organizations to strengthen design controls and audit readiness. He is a frequent contributor on topics including design controls, lifecycle traceability, and regulatory readiness, helping organizations move beyond documentation compliance to evidence-based product development.LinkChiratana's linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiratana-pot/Website: https://enlil.com/Enlil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enlil-inc/Social Media to followMonir El Azzouzi Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/melazzouziTwitter: https://twitter.com/elazzouzimPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/easymedicaldeviceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/easymedicaldeviceThis podcast is hosted by Podcastics, the easiest platform to create and publish your podcast.

This episode covers: Cardiology This Week: A concise summary of recent studies Risk factors and longevity in women and in men  Mythbusters: Smartphone interference with pacemakers, ICDs Host: Rasha Al-Lamee Guests: JP Carpenter, Christina Magnussen Want to watch that episode? Go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/2559 Want to watch that extended interview on risk factors and longevity in women and in men, go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/2559?resource=interview   Disclaimer  ESC TV Today is supported by Novartis and Novo Nordisk through an independent funding. The programme has not been influenced in any way by its funding partners. This programme is intended for health care professionals only and is to be used for educational purposes. The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) does not aim to promote medicinal products nor devices. Any views or opinions expressed are the presenters' own and do not reflect the views of the ESC. All declarations of interest are listed at the end of the episode. The ESC is not liable for any translated content of this video. The English language always prevails. ESC TV Today uses a range of tools and resources (including AI) to support content production. All content is reviewed and approved by the editorial team. Statements and opinions expressed by guest speakers are their own.   Declarations of interests Stephan Achenbach, Yasmina Bououdina and Nicolle Kraenkel have declared to have no potential conflicts of interest to report. Carlos Aguiar has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: personal fees for consultancy and/or speaker fees from Abbott, AbbVie, Alnylam, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bayer, BiAL, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Daiichi-Sankyo, Ferrer, Gilead, GSK, Lilly, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, Pfizer, Sanofi, Servier, Takeda, Tecnimede, Viatris. Rasha Al-Lamee has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report:speaker's fees for Menarini pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Philips, Medtronic, Servier, Shockwave, Elixir. Advisory board: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Philips, Shockwave, CathWorks, Elixir, Astrazeneca. Consulting Fees: Menarini pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Philips, Shockwave, Elixir, IsomAB, VahatiCor, SpectraWave, AstraZeneca, Cathworks, Janssen Pharmaceuticals. John-Paul Carpenter has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: stockholder MyCardium AI. Davide Capodanno has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: Abbott Vascular, Bristol Myers Squibb, Daiichi Sankyo, Edwards Lifesciences, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi Aventis, Terumo. David Duncker has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: lecture honoraria from Abbott, Astra Zeneca, Biotronik, Boehringer Ingelheim, Boston Scientifics, Bristol Meyers Squibb, CVRx, Daiichi Sankyo, Medtronic, Microport, Pfizer, Sanofi, Zoll. Konstantinos Koskinas has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: honoraria from MSD, Daiichi Sankyo, Sanofi. Christina Magnussen has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: speaker fees from Novartiq, Novo Nordisk, Bayer, Boehringer Ingelheim and Edwards. Felix Mahfoud has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: research grants from Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (SFB TRR219), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Kardiologie (DGK), Deutsche Herzstiftung, Ablative Solutions, ReCor Medical. Consulting fees, payment honoraria lectures, presentations, speaker, support travel costs: Ablative Solutions, Astra-Zeneca, Novartis, Inari, Recor Medical, Medtronic, Philips, Merck. Steffen Petersen has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: consultancy for Circle Cardiovascular Imaging Inc. Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Emma Svennberg has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: Abbott, Astra Zeneca, Bayer, Bristol-Myers, Squibb-Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson.

Host: Rasha Al-Lamee Guests: Christina Magnussen Want to watch that extended interview on risk factors and longevity in women and in men, go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/2559?resource=interview Want to watch that episode? Go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/2559   Disclaimer ESC TV Today is supported by Novartis and Novo Nordisk through an independent funding. The programme has not been influenced in any way by its funding partners. This programme is intended for health care professionals only and is to be used for educational purposes. The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) does not aim to promote medicinal products nor devices. Any views or opinions expressed are the presenters' own and do not reflect the views of the ESC. All declarations of interest are listed at the end of the episode. The ESC is not liable for any translated content of this video. The English language always prevails. ESC TV Today uses a range of tools and resources (including AI) to support content production. All content is reviewed and approved by the editorial team. Statements and opinions expressed by guest speakers are their own.   Declarations of interests Stephan Achenbach, Yasmina Bououdina and Nicolle Kraenkel have declared to have no potential conflicts of interest to report. Carlos Aguiar has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: personal fees for consultancy and/or speaker fees from Abbott, AbbVie, Alnylam, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bayer, BiAL, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Daiichi-Sankyo, Ferrer, Gilead, GSK, Lilly, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, Pfizer, Sanofi, Servier, Takeda, Tecnimede, Viatris. Rasha Al-Lamee has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report:speaker's fees for Menarini pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Philips, Medtronic, Servier, Shockwave, Elixir. Advisory board: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Philips, Shockwave, CathWorks, Elixir, Astrazeneca. Consulting Fees: Menarini pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Philips, Shockwave, Elixir, IsomAB, VahatiCor, SpectraWave, AstraZeneca, Cathworks, Janssen Pharmaceuticals. John-Paul Carpenter has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: stockholder MyCardium AI. Davide Capodanno has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: Abbott Vascular, Bristol Myers Squibb, Daiichi Sankyo, Edwards Lifesciences, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi Aventis, Terumo. David Duncker has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: lecture honoraria from Abbott, Astra Zeneca, Biotronik, Boehringer Ingelheim, Boston Scientifics, Bristol Meyers Squibb, CVRx, Daiichi Sankyo, Medtronic, Microport, Pfizer, Sanofi, Zoll. Konstantinos Koskinas has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: honoraria from MSD, Daiichi Sankyo, Sanofi. Christina Magnussen has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: speaker fees from Novartis, Novo Nordisk, Bayer, Boehringer Ingelheim and Edwards. Felix Mahfoud has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: research grants from Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (SFB TRR219), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Kardiologie (DGK), Deutsche Herzstiftung, Ablative Solutions, ReCor Medical. Consulting fees, payment honoraria lectures, presentations, speaker, support travel costs: Ablative Solutions, Astra-Zeneca, Novartis, Inari, Recor Medical, Medtronic, Philips, Merck. Steffen Petersen has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: consultancy for Circle Cardiovascular Imaging Inc. Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Emma Svennberg has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: Abbott, Astra Zeneca, Bayer, Bristol-Myers, Squibb-Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson.

327 / How do you show you're human and connect with readers in a digital age? Damon Courtney, creator and CEO of Book Funnel, discusses evolving tools for indie authors and strategies for building strong reader relationships. ✨ This week's sponsor is Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.comPrioritizing ideas for authors with too many storiesPersonalizing your author brandLuck versus fortune in self publishingTrends in author marketing: newsletters, crowdfunding, direct salesThe importance of authenticity, connection, and finding the right marketing tools for each individual author

Did any of the primary results surprise you? We talk election results and what now for candidate strategies with Copper State political consultant Stan Barnes. 

Wondering How to Get Consulting or Coaching Clients...Without Relying on Referrals? At first, relying on referrals to get consulting or coaching clients is great… and reliable. Or at least reliable enough. Your generous network sends business your way. Then thrilled former clients introduce you to new ones. Only problem? This works…until it stops and the question sets in: What do I do when getting clients primarily through relying on connections and referrals is no longer enough? If you have been asking yourself these questions, this episode is for you! In this conversation, seasoned leadership coach and my client Cori Crawford Van Oss and I take you behind the scenes of what it really takes to make the shift from the hustle of getting clients through asking for referrals and the agonizing waiting game to the flow of attracting the right clients – the ones you're called to serve - to you. We talk about the role that content plays in expanding your reach and your impact, and how to overcome the #1 barrier to getting started – which is clarity and confidence in who you help, the problems you solve, the value you create, and your unique perspective that drives how you think about and approach your consulting or coaching. We also got into how calling herself a trusted advisor (in addition to a coach) with the eyes to see things her clients can't, helped her not only differentiate herself in the market but truly own her unique God-given gifting. We talk about how remarkable content doesn't just showcase our big ideas but meets clients where they are at each step in their buying journey. But the real power of owning our unique brand position, clarifying our message, and creating content isn't about marketing but creating the conditions for transformation, as it provides the psychological safety that it requires. It's about instilling trust, living our purpose, and making meaning out of our deepest wounds and most painful experiences, which is where the sources for our greatest credibility, empathy, and uniqueness lie. If your real question isn't just about making a shift in your approach to getting clients from chasing or waiting for them to drawing them to you, but it's more about how to create sustainable success from the inside out, this episode is for you. WHERE TO DIVE IN [00:00] When Referrals Aren't Enough [01:48] A Decades-Long Connection Comes Full Circle [06:12] From Global Mission Work to Going Solo [12:06] Why the Rebrand Had to Start From Scratch [16:13] Naming the Real Problem: Growth Without Burnout [20:16] The Pregnancy Metaphor: Growing at a Human Pace [37:23] Your Ideal Client Is an Earlier Version of You [41:05] Mapping Content to the Buyer's Journey [54:13] The Rocket Metaphor: Superpowers Born From Pain NEXT STEPS Thanks for listening. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. If you prefer video or want closed captions, you can watch all my episodes on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/BetsyJordyn If you're on LinkedIn, come say hi! → https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsy-jordyn/ Learn more about Cori Crawford Van Oss's leadership coaching, trusted advisor, and workshop that sustain and increase the impact of mission leaders without burning out staff and volunteers → https://coricrawfordvanoss.com/ MORE RESOURCES FOR YOU Get free templates and guides to nail your niche, clarify your value, craft compelling messages, and position yourself for the right clients and opportunities → https://www.betsyjordyn.com/downloads Learn more about my VIP brand-building & messaging services, custom-designed for purpose-driven consultants and coaches → https://www.betsyjordyn.com/services If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more consultants and coaches who need these insights and inspiration

AI is reshaping how companies hire and how job seekers land interviews, and this week's guest is building the tools making it happen.Traci sits down with Reimund Nienaber, a seasoned HR leader and global talent development expert with more than 20 years of experience spanning telecommunications, expat HR leadership across five continents, and now consulting work at Edligo. As Director of Consulting and Customer Success, Reimund helps organizations figure out what their people actually know, where the gaps are, and how to close them as AI reshapes roles across every department.What We Talked About:Will AI Really Give Us a Two Day Work Week? Meet the AI Recruiter Agent Changing the Game The CV Feedback Job Seekers Never Get From Germany to Latin America: A Career Built on Skills, The Competency Gap Killing AI Transformation Projects The Simple Question That Starts Every Successful Learning Culture Connect with Reimund Nienaber: LinkedIn | Edligo Learning and Talent Analytics LinkedIn | Edligo.netContact Traci: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products or services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

What if selling more cars didn't mean working MORE hours? In this episode of the Millionaire Car Salesman Podcast, Sean V. Bradley sits down with Kevin Rudolph, an automotive sales professional who has sold more than 60 vehicles in a single month while working only four days a week! "Selling cars nowadays is about being part of the community more than it is about sitting by your desk and making phone calls." - Kevin Rudolph But Kevin's success is not built on chasing leads, discounting vehicles, or living at the dealership. It comes from something far more powerful: becoming deeply connected to the people and organizations within his community. Kevin shares how building an authentic personal brand, supporting local causes, and creating meaningful relationships helped him develop a business where customers no longer feel like transactions. They feel like family. "I don't WANT to write a $5,000 check. But now you just literally got yourself into the most loyal customer base there is!" - Kevin Rudolph Sean and Kevin explore what it truly means to become the "mayor of your community," why generosity can become one of the strongest drivers of long-term sales success, and how automotive professionals can create more opportunities without sacrificing their personal lives. "Stock the pond with the fish you want to catch." - Kevin Rudolph This conversation will challenge the traditional dealership grind and reveal why the most valuable relationships are often built far beyond the showroom floor. Key Takeaways: ✅ Community Involvement: Establish deep connections through community service and support, fostering a reliable and loyal customer base. ✅ Personal Branding: Create a memorable and trustworthy personal brand that resonates with your community, encapsulated by Kevin's "Ride with Rudolph." ✅ Work-Life Balance: Adopt strategies that allow a fulfilling work-life balance while maintaining high sales volume, like working four days a week. ✅ Relationship-Driven Sales: Focus on building lasting relationships with customers, leveraging these for high sales without resorting to hard selling. ✅ Innovative Networking: Engage with local institutions such as schools and fire departments to become a recognized and valued community member.   About Kevin RudolphKevin Rudolph is a seasoned automotive sales professional known for his remarkable ability to sell over 60 cars in a month. With a deep-rooted background in the community as a humane law enforcement officer and a volunteer first responder, Kevin leverages his extensive community connections to fuel his successful career at Royal Buick GMC in Sussex, New Jersey. He actively engages in community service initiatives, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the local area, synonymous with trust and reliability.   Unleashing the Power of Community to Sell Cars and Build Loyalty In the ever-evolving world of car sales, there's an emerging philosophy that redefines how success is cultivated. Kevin Rudolph, with his record-breaking achievements in car sales from a small dealership in Sussex, New Jersey, underscores a profound shift from conventional selling tactics to community-driven, relationship-centric approaches. His narrative exemplifies the transformative power of engagement, personal branding, and strategic community involvement in creating a loyal customer base and redefining sales success. Key Takeaways Community Engagement is Crucial: Connecting with diverse local organizations and causes fosters robust relationships and boosts business growth. Personal Branding is Vital: Building a unique personal brand can significantly impact your sales career, highlighting distinctiveness and expertise. Work Smarter, Not Harder: Discarding the 'grind' mentality in favor of strategic, community-oriented work boosts both sales and life quality. Immersing in Community for Sales Success Building Local Trust and Loyalty Kevin Rudolph's strategy of embedding himself within the community revolutionizes traditional car sales methods. By partnering with local organizations, such as first responders and charitable events, he not only cultivates trust but also ensures repeated business and referrals. He explains, "Selling cars nowadays is about being part of the community more than it is by sitting by your desk and making phone calls." Creating symbiotic relationships with local entities like fire departments and youth sports leagues not only garners loyalty but also establishes a brand synonymous with community care and support. For example, his innovative program of donating $20 per car sold to a local fire department epitomizes a strategy that benefits both the dealership and the community. His efforts highlight, "Proper ad spend when it comes to things like that… is better than anything because… now I'm their walking, talking billboard." The broader implication is clear: integrating into the community creates a positive feedback loop. Such involvement not only enhances brand awareness but also makes the business an integral part of the local fabric, leading to sustained growth and loyalty. The Power of Personal Branding in Automotive Sales Making a Name for Yourself Creating a powerful personal brand is crucial for distinguishing oneself in any field, particularly in car sales. Kevin Rudolph's "Ride with Rudolph" campaign serves as a successful model of combining personal identity with business goals. His brand capitalizes on his unique name, making it memorable and distinguished in the crowded marketplace. As Rudolph shares, leveraging one's personal narrative and strengths can lead to substantive career achievements, helping transform sales encounters into meaningful relationships. He asserts, "Create a brand that is personal to you… and then you have to live, breathe, and be that brand." In the broader landscape, personal branding presents pronounced benefits in enhancing visibility, establishing authority, and crafting a niche audience. It pushes sales professionals beyond the daily grind, allowing them to connect more personally with customers and inspire trust and reliability. Strategic Networking and Public Engagement Creating Events that Foster Connections A key element in Kevin's strategy is leveraging strategic community events and partnerships to amplify outreach and build a robust referral network. By organizing car seat safety checks and sponsoring sports teams, Rudolph intertwines everyday business operations with public service and engagement. For instance, Kevin's involvement with the local prevention and counseling center demonstrates how aligning business interests with community needs can drive remarkable outcomes. He positions this involvement within his broader brand strategy — attending events and providing tangible support. "You have to be present at these events, whether it's your high school basketball team or whether it's your whole youth sports league administration side," Kevin emphasizes. This tactic reinforces the potential impact of proactive networking and establishing oneself as a community leader. It highlights that successful sales are less about selling products and more about building relationships, trust, and brand loyalty through meaningful interactions. Reflections on Success Beyond Conventional Sales Car sales, often perceived as a transactional business, is undergoing a transformation driven by relationship-building and community immersion. Kevin Rudolph's journey magnifies how adopting a community-focused ethos, coupled with strategic personal branding, reshapes traditional approaches. Rudolph demonstrates that success can be achieved without compromising personal satisfaction, balance, and genuine community impact. His insights are a clarion call for sales professionals to rethink their strategies, emphasizing that empowering connections and purposeful brand building can yield both personal and professional fulfillment. Through civic engagement and strategic outreach, Kevin exemplifies a business model that is as profitable as it is personally rewarding, forging a path for continued success in the dynamic world of car sales.     Resources + Our Proud Sponsors:   ➼ Podium: The AI Platform Powering the Modern Dealership. From instant lead response to seamless test drive scheduling, Podium's AI Employee Jerry works 24/7 to turn every lead into a conversion, so your team can focus on closing. Trusted by thousands of dealerships nationwide and proudly featured on the Millionaire Car Salesman Podcast. Learn how Podium can help you sell more cars, book more service appointments, and grow your dealership. Discover how Podium's innovative AI technology can unlock unparalleled efficiency and drive your dealership's sales to new heights. 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If you're serious about growing your automotive career, increasing car sales, and building long-term success, join The Millionaire Car Salesman Facebook Group today!   ➼ Dealer Synergy: Dealer Synergy is the automotive industry's #1 Sales Training, Consulting, and Accountability Firm, with over 20 years of proven dealership success nationwide. We specialize in helping car dealerships increase sales, improve processes, and build high-performing Sales, Internet, and BDC departments from the ground up. Our expertise includes automotive phone scripts, rebuttals, CRM action plans, lead handling strategies, BDC workflows, Internet sales processes, management training, and accountability systems. Dealer Synergy partners directly with dealership leadership to align people, process, and technology, ensuring consistent results and scalable growth. From independent dealers to large dealer groups and OEM partnerships, Dealer Synergy delivers measurable performance improvements, stronger teams, and sustainable profitability.   ➼ Bradley On Demand: Bradley On Demand is the automotive industry's most advanced interactive training, tracking, testing, and certification platform for car dealerships — built to develop top-performing teams across Sales, Internet Sales, BDC, CRM, Phone Skills, Leadership, and Management. In addition to LIVE virtual automotive training classes and a library of 9,000+ on-demand dealership training modules, Bradley On Demand now includes AI Phone Roleplaying and Coaching to help salespeople and BDC agents practice real dealership conversations before they ever get on the phone with customers. This AI-powered roleplay technology strengthens phone scripts, objection handling, appointment setting, lead follow-up, and closing skills, while providing measurable coaching feedback for continuous improvement. Bradley On Demand empowers dealerships to train faster, coach smarter, improve call performance, increase closing ratios, and sell more cars more profitably — all through structured, trackable, modern automotive training.

This week, Chad sits down with Afreen Gootee, a thought leader in trauma-informed care, retired educator, and founder of Thoughtful Minds Consulting. Afreen brings decades of experience in education and training to an honest conversation about what it truly means to see and support the people around us. Together, they explore her journey through the classroom, her work as a trainer, and the passions driving her today, including her advocacy for cultural awareness and the power of building genuine connections with people whose backgrounds and perspectives differ from our own. Afreen reminds us that understanding one another isn't just a professional skill, it's a human one. Tune in for a conversation full of warmth, wisdom, and practical insight for anyone working in education, systems of care, or their own community.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of ‘For the Love of Chiropractic - Resources For Your Success'.   I sat down and spoke with a man who is a master of marketing. My Guest on this episode is Mr. Sean Garner of  Shawn Garner consulting. Sean likes to say if you  know that you're excellent at what you do, and you do it really well, but you feel invisible in the community and in the digital marketplace then you need to have a conversation with him. That conversation with him can then  correct the way you are seen and perceived. Then your community can know that you're there ready willing able to help people exactly the way you really do - in your own unique way. Once you've done that, it   ultimately helps you to grow your practice and lets people know that YOU really are the expert to see. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Mr. Sean Garner.

Brent Fletcher knew absolutely nothing about home inspections—until he bought his first house during COVID. After watching an inspector uncover thousands of dollars in hidden defects, Brent was handed an $8,000 check for closing concessions. That same day, he took that exact $8,000, deposited it, and went all-in on starting his own home inspection business.He committed to a 100-day challenge to be laser-focused on his new venture, and landed his very first paying client on day 97. Today, Brent's company completes over 500 inspections a year at up to $900 a ticket. Not only did he scale to a team of five, but he also built a massive online presence, growing from 4,000 to over 250,000 followers in just six months by giving the internet a front-row seat to his craziest job-site discoveries.In this episode, Brent sits down with Ryan Atkinson to reveal his ultimate side-hustle playbook. He breaks down how he survived 16-hour days as a bartender while building his company, the exact networking strategy he used to get his first leads, and his 4:00 AM video editing routine that sparked explosive viral growth.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The 100-Day Launch Plan: How Brent used extreme focus and local chamber of commerce networking to get his business off the ground with zero industry connections.The Post-Inspection Pitch: Why an inspection doesn't end when you leave the crawlspace, and how using a laser pointer and an iPad presentation guarantees lifelong referrals from real estate agents.The 4:00 AM Viral Routine: The daily posting schedule and simple video editing strategy Brent used to attract a quarter of a million followers in just six months.Who to Hire First: Why hiring another inspector is the biggest mistake you can make when scaling, and why an admin should always be your very first hire.Tags: Home Services,  Service & Consulting, Side hustle, Entrepreneurship, Home Inspection, Startup Resources:The only thing worse than never starting a business… is starting the wrong one. That's why we created the UpFlip Assessment. It's a free tool that matches you with business ideas based on your skills, budget, experience, goals, and the kind of work you actually want to do. The results are scary accurate. Click the link in the show notes to see your best-fit business ideas in seconds — for free.UpFlip Assessment Tool:  https://accelerator.upflip.com/assessment Follow Our Second Channel Here: https://next.upflip.com/spotify Connect with Brent: https://www.instagram.com/inspector_fletch/?hl=en

Today, I'm joined by Marco Suvilaakso, co-founder & co-CEO of Nucu.   Swapping wearables for "nearables," Nucu's low-touch ambient sleep monitoring platform gives guardians insight into kids' and teens' rest patterns.   In this episode, we discuss filling the market gap in pediatric sleep.   We also cover:   Building family-focused healthtech Benefits of real-time hypnogram data Avoiding obsession over metrics   Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast  Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe  Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider    Nucu's Website: https://nucuhealth.com/  Nucu's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nucuhealth/  Nucu's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nucu/    -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:33) Marco background and Nucu overview (05:15) Kids/teens market gap  (06:30) Customer feedback and shift (09:54) Form factor redesign (11:20) Sleep consciousness building (15:03) Baseline and trend tracking (16:00) Room conditions correlation (18:31) Deep biometric insights (20:00) Training schedule impact (21:15) Lifespan data architecture (24:15) Ecosystem partnerships (26:30) Avoiding obsession over metrics (29:50) Real-time hypnogram data (33:40) Two target audiences (36:00) Research collaborations (37:07) Conclusion

What if the biggest thing holding your private practice back isn't your marketing strategy but your mindset? In this episode, I'm joined by Tyana Tavakol to talk about the beliefs that shape the way we build our practices. We explore scarcity versus abundance, the value of finding your niche, and why trying to appeal to everyone often keeps you from connecting with the clients who need you most. We also dive into building an online practice, creating meaningful professional relationships, and learning to trust your own expertise instead of comparing yourself to everyone else. If you've ever questioned whether you're doing enough or wondered why private practice feels harder than it should, I think you'll find this conversation both encouraging and practical. Resources Mentioned In This Episode  Subscribe to YouTube Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network Follow us on Instagram Meet Tyana Tavakol (she/her), LMFT Tyana Tavakol is an LMFT licensed in CA & FL specializing in anxiety, trauma, and late-diagnosed autistic adults. She is passionate about helping people move beyond self-criticism, unmask, and better understand themselves through a neurodiversity-affirming lens. Her work focuses on helping clients reconnect with who they are beneath years of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the belief that something is "wrong" with them. Through therapy, education, and online content, Tyana is committed to making conversations about autism, mental health, and healing more accessible, compassionate, and empowering. Website Instagram

Alaina Puff, founder of Flow State Coaching and Consulting, a psychology and intuitive development business that helps conscious parents and purpose-driven entrepreneurs create more aligned, impactful lives and businesses.Through 1:1 coaching, group programs, workshops, and live events, Alaina helps her clients uncover the deeper patterns keeping them stuck, so they can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and alignment.Now, Alaina's journey of stepping away from systems that no longer fit demonstrates what can happen when someone chooses to trust their own voice and build a business that reflects their values.And while navigating the stretch of greater visibility, responsibility, and growth, she's helping others reconnect with themselves and create meaningful impact in their lives, families, and work.Here's where to find more:www.flowstatecc.comwww.linkedin.com/in/alainapuff@dralainapuff and @flow_state_coach ________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

Consulting services: https://missingpersonsconsulting.com/ Back in the spring of 2017, this podcast first featured the still-unsolved 1998 disappearance of Cloudia Wells from San Diego, CA. Today we re-visit her case with the original interview, experienced ears and new commentary that is certainly different from my original insight. NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/7769?nav Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/cloudia-leslie-wells Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CloudiaLeslieWellsMissingPerson If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Cloudia Wells, please contact the San Diego Police Department at (619) 531-2000. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4bh2ppqACeF7BdKw_93eA/join --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Monday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at Patreon.com/unfoundpodcast. You can also contribute at Paypal: paypal.me/unfoundpodcast --email address: unfoundpodcast@gmail.com --the website: https://theunfoundpodcast.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.