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SHOW NOTES   What are your employees really thinking when it comes to their workplace? Are they ready to jump ship or are they bought in? Clint Pulver, also known as The Undercover Millennial, is all about exposing the gap in perception between executives and their employees. His five years of undercover experience in 181 organizations resulted in his new book, I Love It Here: How Great Leaders Create Organizations That People Never Want to Leave. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Clint offers practical advice for managers who want to create a work environment that no employee will want to leave. TAKEAWAYS   Employee needs are always changing, so managers must be willing to evolve if they want to keep top talent. There is a direct correlation between management and employee attrition rate. All mentor managers possess these five characteristics: Confidence, Credibility, Competence, Candor, and Caring.  Many employers feel like they know what their employees think and feel, but they've never taken the time to individually ask people and create an environment where people could be heard. Passion, purpose, and the ability to provide are critical contributors to whether an employee loves his or her job. Participate in Xenium's 2021 What People Want from Work Survey: https://xeniumhr.com/wpwfw GUEST AT A GLANCE Clint Pulver, also known as The Undercover Millennial, is all about exposing the gap in perception between executives and their employees. His five years of undercover experience in 181 organizations resulted in his new book, I Love It Here: How Great Leaders Create Organizations That People Never Want to Leave. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

With vast experience at well-known companies such as Apple, Yahoo!, and AstraZeneca, Naz Beheshti is no stranger to workplace intensity and stress. But even though stress seems to be an unavoidable part of our daily lives, we can't let it control our thoughts and decisions. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Naz Beheshti, Founder and CEO of Prananaz and author of Pause, Breathe, Choose: Become the CEO of Your Wellbeing. The two discuss mindfulness techniques to deal with stress in the workplace in a healthy way. Of course, these practices aren't just helpful for the workplace but should be incorporated into every area of our lives. TAKEAWAYS We can never increase the number of hours in the day, but we can optimize our energy and wellbeing so that we can work more efficiently. Senior leadership must lead by example because when communication is coming directly from the CEO or C-level, it helps engage the employees in health and wellness initiatives. When we take that mindful breath, we are instantly re-engaged into the present moment, and when we are present, we are better equipped to make better choices.  To avoid unnecessary stress, use the ACE method: become aware of the source of your stress, change your mindset, and take empowered and effective action. GUEST AT A GLANCE With vast experience at well-known companies such as Apple, Yahoo!, and AstraZeneca, Naz Beheshti is no stranger to workplace intensity and stress. In 2012, Naz Beheshti founded Prananaz, a corporate wellness company. A certified health and transformational coach, she is passionate about helping teams navigate the inevitable stressors that come with high-demand jobs. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

As a leader, do you find that you're putting out fires instead of taking intentional steps toward the growth of your organization? If so, this is the podcast for you. While there's no doubt that the post-pandemic business world has placed increasing demands on the business leader's time and energy, this episode's guest says that it's possible to adapt and rise above the chaos. Listen in and learn from Dave McKeown, author of The Self-Evolved Leader, all about how to approach the faster pace, prioritize what matters, and elevate your focus above what doesn't. TAKEAWAYS Even after we return to the workplace, the world will continue its rigorous pace, so our leaders need to learn to adapt to this “new normal.” When leaders see new information come in, they feel obligated to respond urgently, a demand placed on them from our clients, the industry as a whole, and the leaders above them. Many leaders end up leading through active heroism which, over time, builds learned helplessness in our people. A self-evolved leader desires rigorous debate and discussion to arrive at a solution rather than implementing a top-down approach to problem-solving. Sometimes the greatest leaders have no answers — all they do is ask really good questions and help people come to their own conclusions. GUEST AT A GLANCE Dave McKeown is the Founder and CEO of Outfield Leadership, the author of The Self-Evolved Leader, and a leadership strategy coach, speaker, and trainer. With experience in helping organizations achieve scalable growth, Dave is passionate about seeing business teams reach not only their leadership but also their company-wide goals. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Mark Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You and recent guest on the Transform Your Workplace podcast, has a lot to say about the skills necessary for a successful and dynamic career. In today's episode, Mark provides practical career-building tips to business leaders and rising talent alike. Give this episode a listen if you're ready to hone your goal-setting (and attaining) skills for the future of your career. TAKEAWAYS   Knowledge and experience are important, but hiring managers should also look for, define, and zero in on other critical attributes, such as communication, negotiation, and team-building, in a candidate. A career plan typically begins by asking yourself what you want in a job and what you want in life. It's about thinking ahead, not having perfect answers.  Your career plan isn't etched in stone; expect to make improvements as you implement it. Assess your progress in your career plan at least once a year.  Any time a new job or role change is on the table, take a moment to assess whether this new opportunity will help you towards the goals laid out in your career plan. GUEST AT A GLANCE Mark Herschberg is an author, thought leader, and expert in career building, speaker, and professor at MIT.  An MIT and Harvard Business School grad, Mark has vast experience in the tech world and facilitating career success. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Has remote work got you feeling stagnant? Are you tired and unmotivated? If so, this is the episode for you. Whereas we're already prone to a sedentary lifestyle, COVID only made things worse. So, how do we get our groove back? According to guest Lizzy Williamson, founder, and author of Two Minute Moves, it's all about getting up and getting moving. Incorporating movement into our workday is critical to not only our physical health but to our mental health as well. To learn more about how you can get that blood (and productivity) flowing, give this episode a listen. TAKEAWAYS   Our brains don't respond best to sedentary work, but it has become our “new normal.” One-third of people have reported that, since COVID, their mental health has suffered which inevitably leads to lower productivity in the workplace.   The brain is built to detect and respond to change, not to engage with a task that goes on for hours and hours, so one of the best things you can do is to take a brief mental break, get up, and get moving. Businesses should give employees permission to take a couple of minutes out of their day to look after themselves.  Movement is a critical piece of the productivity pie; when we care for our physical health, it cascades into other areas of our lives, including the workplace. ABOUT THE GUEST Coming to us all the way from Sydney, Australia, Lizzy Williamson is passionate about helping people incorporate “bite-sized wellbeing breaks” into their daily lives. She is the founder and author of Two Minute Moves and a fitness expert with over fifteen years of experience in getting people up and moving. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Can introverts lead well? If so, what makes an introvert a good leader? According to our guest, Berry Kruijning, approximately 30% of workplace leaders in North America are introverts, and their unique approach to leadership is something to be recognized and maximized. Instead of adjusting to a one-size-fits-all standard of expectations, Berry believes that introverted leaders should embrace their introversion and tap into the unique qualities that set them apart as effective leaders. Give this episode a listen, and learn more about introversion in the workplace from Berry Kruijning, leadership development and communications coach, teacher, and founder of Crowning Communications. TAKEAWAYS Introverts like to become prepared, so you can make virtual meetings more introvert-friendly by sending out an agenda in advance.  Introverts can stay in control during “tough conversations” by coming prepared, listening, and asking probing questions. Quality, excellence, and productivity are motivating factors for introverts. Successful introvert leaders embrace being an introvert, acknowledge that, and build a team around them with people that compliment them in their abilities. Culture change starts with recognizing that, in a team, you need both introverted and extroverted people. ABOUT THE GUEST Berry Kruijning helps organizations recognize the different approach of the introverted leader. With a background in leadership coaching, communications coaching, and teaching, Berry is passionate about helping introverts “embrace their introversion” and find strength in their unique perspectives. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, we talk with guest Vince Molinaro about his latest book, Accountable Leaders: Inspire a Culture Where Everyone Steps Up, Takes Ownership, and Delivers Results. When it comes to best practices for effective leadership, Vince has the experience and track record for results. If you're ready to learn more about leadership accountability methodology that won't get lost in translation, give this episode a listen. TAKEAWAYS Most organizations never set clear and measurable expectations for their leaders only to be frustrated when those leaders don't perform. To maximize leadership accountability, companies should create explicit contracts for leaders so that they can read, understand, and sign their names to their roles and responsibilities.  Just because a leader has signed the contract, that doesn't mean they've got the capabilities they need to be successful; support for these leaders is essential to success. Companies must demonstrate zero tolerance for leaders who behave in a toxic way.  When we avoid tough conversations or negative feedback, we weaken not only the person in the position of leadership but their team and the business as well. ABOUT THE GUEST Vince Molinaro, Ph.D. is the New York Times best-selling author of The Leadership Contract and Accountable Leaders: Inspire a Culture Where Everyone Steps Up, Takes Ownership, and Delivers Results, among several others. He is also the Founder and CEO of Leadership Contract, Inc. and has consulted with leaders from all over the world. He is passionate about inspiring leaders to be accountable to themselves, their businesses, and their teams. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

What does a good leader do when the team is overwhelmed with anxiety, burned out, or depressed? Responsible leaders must recognize the signs of declining mental health in their employees and empower them to take hold of help. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, guest Lacey Partipilo addresses the timely and relevant topic of mental wellness with practice tips for business leaders. Lacey is a veteran when it comes to providing solid wisdom and insight to the Transform Your Workplace podcast audience. TAKEAWAYS   Instead of trying to take on the burden of their team’s mental health, leaders should work to understand the benefits that the organization offers for mental wellness and encourage employees to take advantage of them. Leaders need to take care of themselves before they can care for their team.    Leaders must recognize the challenges that employees face and strategize how the business will play an active part in addressing them. Leaders should help break the stigma by not only talking about mental wellness in an open format but also emphasizing that seeking help is a healthy first step. ABOUT THE GUEST Director of HR and Client Success at Xenium HR, Lacey Partipilo is our go-to source when it comes to business advice and HR expertise. She is all about relationships, building connections with not only her team at Xenium but also her many business clients.  A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Meghan Gerhardt, author of Gentelligence: The Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce and expert in how to effectively implement age diversity in the workplace. You’ll learn how to connect with, teach, and learn from those both older and younger than you. The result? Instead of working against each other, employees can finally bring their varied skills and experience to the table, all for the betterment of the team. It’s all about building a team poised for whatever the next generation has to offer. TAKEAWAYS Employees of all ages have insight to offer, so those of different age ranges should have a seat and a voice at the table. Age bias has been called one of the last socially acceptable biases, but bias of any kind in the workplace is a hindrance to a team’s success. Studies show that, despite differences in approach, Boomers, Gen Z, and Millennials share the same core values. If leaders want to foster trust between employees of different generations, they must create opportunities for intergenerational connection and collaboration. ABOUT THE GUEST Meghan Gerhardt holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from the University of Iowa. Years of research and time in the field have taught her that intergenerational cooperation is a necessary yet overlooked aspect of an effective team. She is passionate about providing team-building strategies and workshops to help leaders maximize the potential of a multi-generational team. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Let’s face it. We’re all busy. We pack our calendars, pour ourselves into work, volunteering, and family affairs, and then crawl into bed drained at the end of a jam-packed day. This is our norm. But is busyness something we just have to accept? Is it even possible to become (un)busy and still be successful? These questions and more are answered in this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast. Dive into a discussion about busyness and get some tips about how to create some space in your calendar (and your mind) with Garland Vance. TAKEAWAYS   The problem: we not only think that being busy is a good thing, but we believe that when we're not busy, that something is intrinsically wrong with us. When we compare our true selves to our ideal selves, we conclude that we’re not good enough, so we need to do more which drives us into this non-stop culture of being busy, a feeling like we have to be productive all the time. Getting (un)busy starts with taking inventory of our commitments and deciding which of them can be removed from our calendar or delegated to someone else. If you’re leading a team, make “busy” a bad word in the workplace, and treat it as such. ABOUT THE GUEST Garland Vance is the author of Gettin' (un)Busy: 5 Steps to Kill Busyness and Live with Purpose, Productivity, and Peace. After years of destroying his body and mind with constant overcommitment and little self-care, Garland got a wake-up call and began to study the effects that busyness was having on his body and mind. A leadership consultant and coach, Garland Vance is passionate about helping others find peace and purpose in the workplace and every area of their lives. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Having worked with over 100,000 leaders in 35 countries, Carolyn Taylor knows what it means to affect change in the workplace. She brings her experience as a culture and accountability advisor, author, speaker, and podcast host. Here to discuss her latest book, Accountability at Work: How to Make and Keep Promises and Have Others Do the Same, Carolyn is a dependable source of inspiration and practical advice for any leader hoping to transform their workplace.  TAKEAWAYS The relationship and communication between two roles, the asker and the giver, is critical to establishing accountability. The asker wants something and the giver is in a position to deliver it. To establish and reach a goal, communication between the asker and the giver must be clear and open. Research has shown that there is a strong link between accountability and psychological safety.  An ideal scenario is one in which the asker gets what they're looking for, and the giver feels that the promise was built on their word. ABOUT THE GUEST Having worked with over 100,000 leaders in 35 countries, Carolyn Taylor knows what it means to affect change in the workplace. She is the author of Accountability at Work: How to Make and Keep Promises and Have Others Do the Same and Walking the Talk: Building a Culture for Success, both of which have been a source of inspiration and practical advice for other leaders across the globe. SHOW SPONSOR The Escape Game: Book your virtual or in-person escape room game for 10% off. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Brandon Laws interviews Patty Beach about the art of getting employees aligned behind a good idea and leading them effectively toward a vision or goal. The two discuss leadership best practices for setting direction, creating “clockwork,” and empowering employees. Learn how to give your employees a voice and use the “wisdom of the group” to correct misalignments and move forward as a united front. TAKEAWAYS Unlike traditional top-down leadership, alignment in the workplace is analogous to interlocking gears turning together. If leaders create a psychologically safe environment, employees will be empowered to voice their thoughts, concerns, and questions. Tapping into “the wisdom of the crowd” not only allows leaders to make more informed decisions but also keeps employees engaged in the plan to move forward. After “setting direction,” leaders should have regular conversations with employees to increase buy-in, alignment, and ultimately, forward progress. ABOUT THE GUEST Patty Beach is a leadership development consultant and author of the book, The Art of Alignment: A Practical Guide to Inclusive Leadership. With over thirty years of experience coaching and training leaders, Patty’s expertise is helping emerging leaders align their teams toward a common goal. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Get ready for an incredible story of what it really means to “seize the day.” In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Caroline Boudreaux recounts an evening in May of 2000 where she visited an orphanage in India. Caroline was struck not only by the poverty but also by the untapped potential that she witnessed in the over 100 orphaned children. That very evening, Caroline decided to found the Miracle Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to providing access to education, nutrition, health, and protective services to children in need. This is Caroline’s compelling story of sacrifice, heartbreak, and fulfillment — a story that is still being written. ABOUT THE GUEST After leaving a career in advertising, Caroline decided to take a trip around the world. What she found there led to her decision to found the Miracle Foundation, a non-profit that, since its inception, has improved the lives of over 15,000 children in need. Caroline is passionate about measuring real success at each orphanage and streamlining the processes to make sure every child has access to the services they so desperately need. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Brandon Laws interviews Xenium’s own Sara Bradley, an HR Account Representative and solid resource for learning how to pursue a life of wellness. The two cover topics such as self-care, work-life balance, and workplace initiatives to promote wellness in the lives of employees. Your busy schedule doesn’t have to dictate your wellness. Listen in to learn how to balance it all with no burnout. TAKEAWAYS Wellness isn’t just related to our physical well-being. We must be willing to take stock of all areas of our lives if we want to experience holistic wellness. Employers do have a critical role in promoting employee wellness, but  employees must hold themselves accountable for it as well. Finding work-life balance starts with identifying priorities and setting boundaries. If employers want to promote wellness among their teams, they must be willing to give employees space and time to take advantage of wellness services. ABOUT THE GUEST The guest of this podcast episode is one of Xenium’s own, Sara Bradley. Sara is an HR Account Representative and is passionate about delivering the best service to her clients. She is a coveted member of the Xenium team and an expert in all things HR. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

It’s all in the name of growth, and sometimes the only way to grow is to challenge the status quo. This episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast features guest Lilith Christiansen, Chief Strategy and Product Officer of SilkRoad Technology, and her reflections on the transformative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on unsuspecting businesses. There’s no doubt that the pandemic exposed workplace weaknesses, but what better response than to learn from the challenge? Listen to learn how you can make the right changes for the future of your business, no matter what obstacle arises next. TAKEAWAYS: If we want to be the best business leaders we can be, we must reflect on the weaknesses that the pandemic exposed and learn how to remedy them. Employees across the board reported that the pandemic resulted in a significant increase in job responsibilities. Employees stated that role confusion and unanswered questions were also common in the weeks and months following the onset of the pandemic.  Despite the many challenges that the pandemic presented, many businesses saw increased productivity, resulting in a willingness to continue a work-from-home or hybrid home/workplace model for the future. ABOUT THE GUEST: Lilith Christiansen is the Chief Strategy and Product Officer of SilkRoad Technology and an industry expert, author, and speaker. With an extensive background in talent strategy and business management, Lilith is passionate about helping her clients realize their potential, implement relevant strategies, and grow their businesses. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

It’s all in the name of growth, and sometimes the only way to grow is to challenge the status quo. This episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast features guest Lilith Christiansen, Chief Strategy and Product Officer of SilkRoad Technology, and her reflections on the transformative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on unsuspecting businesses. There’s no doubt that the pandemic exposed workplace weaknesses, but what better response than to learn from the challenge? Listen to learn how you can make the right changes for the future of your business, no matter what obstacle arises next. TAKEAWAYS: If we want to be the best business leaders we can be, we must reflect on the weaknesses that the pandemic exposed and learn how to remedy them. Employees across the board reported that the pandemic resulted in a significant increase in job responsibilities. Employees stated that role confusion and unanswered questions were also common in the weeks and months following the onset of the pandemic.  Despite the many challenges that the pandemic presented, many businesses saw increased productivity, resulting in a willingness to continue a work-from-home or hybrid home/workplace model for the future. ABOUT THE GUEST: Lilith Christiansen is the Chief Strategy and Product Officer of SilkRoad Technology and an industry expert, author, and speaker. With an extensive background in talent strategy and business management, Lilith is passionate about helping her clients realize their potential, implement relevant strategies, and grow their businesses. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws talks with Diane Schwartz, CEO of Ragan Communications and the Workplace Wellness Insider. They dig deep into COVID-19’s effects on important issues like mental health, workplace connection, and the employee-employer alignment of values. Wondering what changes are coming? Tune in to learn what new workplace developments are right around the corner. TAKEAWAYS: COVID-19 has a silver lining: it has effectively destigmatized open discussion of mental health. In the post-COVID era, employees will expect employers to allow them to cultivate a healthy work-life balance. Employees want to work for an organization that has values that align with their own.  The future of the workplace includes a hybrid model that incorporates in-person collaboration and at-home individual projects. ABOUT THE GUEST: Diane Schwartz is the Chief Executive Officer of Ragan Communications, a media event company, and Ragan's Workplace Wellness Insider, “an online publication dedicated to giving leaders in HR, wellness, and communications the insights, ideas, and strategies that align employee health and engagement with organizational goals.” In addition to her 25 years of media communications experience, Diane is also a former journalist and a wish-granter with the Make a Wish Foundation. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

What if there were time-tested methods that could help us truly maximize our time? According to Karen Leland, President of Sterling Consulting and Marketing Group, it’s possible to get the most out of the day as long as we’re willing to make some simple changes. Author of her new book, No Nonsense: Time Management: 50 Tips to Hack Your Time and Get Everything Done, Karen gives podcast listeners the scoop on time management techniques that will truly make a difference. Takeaways: Most of us aren’t conscious of the many ways in which we waste our time, and we don’t see the consequences either. One way to realize better time-management is to take stock of where your time is spent; keeping track and labeling your activities will show you where your priorities are. Working toward a goal isn’t always “sexy” work; sometimes it means committing to completing mundane tasks until you see progress. Narrow your to-do list down to two achievable priority items so that you don’t end up overwhelmed by a list of unattainable tasks. GUEST AT A GLANCE Karen Leland, President of Sterling Consulting and Marketing Group, is a branding and marketing expert passionate about helping her clients achieve their goals. When it comes to the topic of time-management, Karen has written two books and has years of experience leading workshops that help people stay focused on what matters and scrap what doesn’t. Sign up for Xenium's Beyond Compensation Survey   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Xenium’s own Nicole Blevins gives listeners a glimpse into workplace mediation. Among her varied HR-oriented skills and extensive experience, Nicole recently added a mediation certification to her repertoire. From an outline of the process itself to the challenges that come with workplace conflict, Nicole is excited to share her new knowledge and experience with the Transform Your Workplace audience. Takeaways: An effective mediator asks open-ended questions that facilitate conversation. Listening skills and empathy are critical to resolving conflict, even when it seems like the situation is “too far gone.” Ideally, mediation should be implemented in the early stages of a conflict before it blows up. GUEST AT A GLANCE Today’s guest is Nicole Blevins, an avid Transform Your Workplace podcast listener who ended up moving from Florida to Oregon to pursue her career at Xenium HR. Among her varied HR-oriented skills and extensive experience, Nicole recently added a workplace mediation certification to her repertoire. A growth-oriented learner, Nicole is excited to share her love of all things HR with the Transform Your Workplace audience. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In this eye-opening episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Lars Schmidt — HR advocate, podcast host, and founder of Amplify — brings a fresh approach to the HR status quo. Lars discusses some of the topics found in his book, including challenging “legacy HR” practices and proposing a shifting of perspective when it comes to our people, our teams, and business as a whole. Takeaways: HR grows and changes with the times. To become better and more effective, we must learn from those who are getting it right. HR Open Source is an invaluable growing resource that will help HR teams boost efficiency. We can’t afford to let the concept of “culture fit” keep us from hiring candidates that will challenge and grow us. We need to rethink the once-a-year performance evaluation. In an ever-changing business environment, employees need frequent, ongoing support and feedback. About the Guest: Lars Schmidt — HR advocate, podcast host, and founder of Amplify— is the author of the 2021 book, Redefining HR: Transforming People Teams to Drive Business Performance. From recruiting to team consulting, Lars has had his hand in virtually every aspect of the world of HR. He is passionate about building progressive people teams and shifting perspectives about the role of HR in business. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Barbara Rea knows how to build businesses. From her experience leading the ultimately successful startup of BKM Capital Partners to her determination to launch her own advisory company during a global pandemic, Barbara Rea has a track record for results. In today’s episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Barbara reflects on her years of business experience, from the highs to the lows. She offers invaluable advice to current business leaders and those who want to embark on building a new business.  Takeaways: To entice top talent, you’ve got to show them that they will be a part of something bigger than themselves. People are critical to the success of any business. They must be bought-in and given the tools to succeed. When starting a business, you have a blank slate. Decide who you want to be and then “make it true.” Your employees are trusting you with their careers, so you must lead them well. GUEST AT A GLANCE Today’s podcast features an interview with Barbara Rea, an expert coach and advisor passionate about helping businesses develop leaders, tools, and processes so that they can really become more efficient and more profitable. With a background in real estate and marketing, Barbara is an expert in optimizing operations and maximizing returns for her clients. Her key focus is to set businesses up for success. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In this episode, Laurie Ruettiman — entrepreneur, speaker, HR expert, and author of Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career — looks back on the many career and general life lessons she’s learned over the years. From her own personal obstacles to those of inspiring colleagues, Laurie shares a story for virtually any workplace woe. She also dives into the content of her recently published book. Takeaways: Our careers aren’t everything. We must pursue our passions outside of the workplace to find fulfillment in all areas of our lives. To make any monumental change, preparation is key.  If you have to dial work back to find fulfillment, then do it. GUEST AT A GLANCE Laurie Ruettimann is an entrepreneur, renowned speaker, HR expert, and now the author of her 2021 book, Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career. Laurie is passionate about empowering others to find fulfillment both within and outside of the workplace.  A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Does a fulfilling and meaningful career seem like a pipedream? Are you disengaged at work, desperately awaiting Friday and then dreading the next impending workweek? In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Carson Tate, business coach and consultant, about the topic of employee disengagement. As it turns out, it is possible for us to find fulfillment at work. Listen to find out how. Takeaways: To engage at work, we must know that we are being heard and understood and that our needs are being met.  We must “get clear” about what we need from our place of work. Those who love their jobs are self-aware — they know what their strengths are, what they need from their employer, and that they have the power to ask for it.  GUEST AT A GLANCE Carson Tate, a best-selling author, consultant, and business coach, is all about helping organizations develop leaders, engage teams, and elevate performance. Her latest book, Own It, Love It, Make It Work: How to Make Any Job Your Dream Job, is just one of many avenues through which Carson “equips, empowers, and inspires” business leaders and teams. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, brand industry experts Bryan Adams and Charlotte Marshall discuss the topic of their new book, Give & Get Employer Branding: Repel the Many and Compel the Few with Impact, Purpose and Belonging. The two discuss their revolutionary approach that helps brands attract incredible talent while repelling candidates who aren’t the right fit. Takeaways: The premise of Give & Get branding is that you have to be comfortable and confident with the fact that your workplace isn't for everybody.  The traditional employer branding model is a one-way value exchange, but the Give & Get methodology places expectations on the candidate in exchange for employer offers like benefits, salary, and opportunities.  Storytelling is an essential aspect of your EVP. Candidates need to be able to envision themselves as a part of your story. There are three fundamental aspects of employer brand and EVP: purpose, impact, and belonging. GUEST AT A GLANCE Bryan Adams, CEO and Founder of Ph.Creative, and Charlotte Marshall, author, advisor, and Employer Brand Leader of the Year, are the co-authors of Give & Get Employer Branding: Repel the Many and Compel the Few with Impact, Purpose and Belonging. Their unique approach is to replace the traditional branding model with their Give & Get Model which emphasizes not only attracting but also repelling candidates.   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Brandon Laws sits down with Victoria Dew, Founder of Dewpoint Communications, to discuss research findings detailed in the recent Insights Report, The New Rules of Employee Engagement and Communication in Late 2020 and Beyond. In this podcast episode, Victoria provides employers with a fresh perspective on how the pandemic has changed the working world, especially when it comes to employee communication and engagement. Victoria offers her report findings along with 15 years of internal communications experience across various industries, all so that she can help business leaders improve their employee experience. Takeaways: The global pandemic forced business leaders to realize the importance of employee engagement. The people stuff is critical to the success of any corporation, especially when the unexpected forces business leaders to depend on a remote team. The workplace is no longer a place, but rather a state. This forces corporations to rethink employee motivation and engagement. Businesses can expect to face challenges concerning onboarding new employees who haven’t been socialized the old way. GUEST AT A GLANCE Victoria Dew, the Founder and CEO of Dewpoint Communications, is no stranger to business strategy. With 15 years of internal communications experience advising executives across various industries, Victoria is passionate about helping organizations improve their efforts to communicate and engage with their employees. Get the Insights Report - The New Rules of Employee Experience and Communication in late 2020 and Beyond   A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

This episode contains simple strategies for finding peace and gratitude amidst the chaos of working from home. With the unexpected arrival of COVID-19, many of us were sent home to work, where we have to try to be productive despite challenges like homeschooling our kids, managing our work schedules, and navigating neverending remote work obstacles. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Brandon Laws interviews Cindy Baker, a career and small business coach, about how to approach your new normal as a work-from-home employee. The author of a new self-help book, Rockin’ Life From Home, Cindy is passionate about passing on the knowledge she’s gleaned over years of working from home to the Transform Your Workplace listeners. Takeaways: An approach of gratitude is cultivated by making choices, each and every day, to notice and appreciate the small things. Being intentional about journaling and list-making can bring clarity to your thoughts and your workday. Remaining flexible and being willing to pivot are critical aspects of navigating the at-home workday with success. GUEST AT A GLANCE Cindy Baker is an expert in the fields of human behavior, mindfulness, spirituality, alternative healing, happiness, and success principles. A career and small business coach for over ten years, Cindy is passionate about helping others find lasting happiness through simple time-tested methods. Years of experience navigating remote work and family pressures has culminated in her book, Rockin’ Life From Home: Success Strategies to Balance Family Life and Working From Home. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

It’s time to get proactive so that we can navigate these unprecedented times without drowning in fear, uncertainty, and negativity. After all, if we don’t prioritize mental health, we will struggle to lead and serve others effectively in every area of our lives. In this episode, Emily Elrod and Brandon Laws offer their go-to tips and techniques for self-care during the current health crisis. By prioritizing their own emotional health, listeners can find clarity and peace in their personal lives and better productivity in the workplace.  Takeaways: If we don’t get proactive, our negative thoughts will control our emotions and, ultimately, our behaviors. Prioritizing self-care is critical to our success and happiness not only in the workplace but in our personal lives as well. We can care for ourselves by reading, meditating, and finding what “fills up our cup.” Showing gratitude encourages others while also fulfilling the one who gives it away. GUEST AT A GLANCE   Emily Elrod is a corporate consultant for Workzbe, where teaches business leaders how to create safe spaces for real discussions, hold one another accountable, foster human connection, and prioritize self-care and mental health. She is also the host of her own podcast, Unapologetically Bold, where she digs deep into what it means to be a human at home and at work.  LEARN MORE If you’d like to hear even more tips from this conversation, check out the full podcast here. To learn more about Emily Elrod, you can find her and send her a message on LinkedIn. You can also check out the work that Emily is doing at workzbe.com or by listening to her podcast, Unapologetically Bold. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

The thing about leadership is it's hard to explain, but when you're in the midst of good leadership, everyone in the room can see it and feel it. In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, guest Chance Stewart defines effective servant leadership and gives real and raw advice about how to know whether you’re actually leading or you’re simply “in charge.” The goal of this podcast: to do away with our preconceived notions and learn how to lead with love. Takeaways: Just because one holds a position of authority, that doesn’t necessarily mean that he or she is an effective leader. Authoritarian leaders may be missing the point by trying to manipulate teams into doing what they want instead of focusing on what the team needs. A genuine leader needs to be someone worth following. Leading with love means valuing relationships with those who follow you. Some of the best leaders don’t hold an “official” position of authority. GUEST AT A GLANCE Chance Stewart’s leading-with-love approach is informed by his grandfather, an ironworker who lived to love people. Chance’s grandfather taught him that if we're not taking care of people, then the rest of our efforts to “do something” in this world really don’t matter. As a servant leader and speaker on leadership development, Chance now carries on his grandfather’s legacy in both his personal and professional life. When it comes to the workplace, he’s passionate about helping organizations turn a culture of dysfunction into a culture of success.  Find out more about Chance Stewart and leading with love by going to his website, chancedstewart.com. You can also find him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. He invites all of you to have a chat with him or send him a good meme. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

Brandon Godbold & Sayaka NaganumaBrandon and Sayaka live in Japan and run Kimono Wasabi, a photography business in Osaka. They create photo shoots with vintage Kimonos for individuals or groups looking to get a taste of Japan’s culture. “I mentioned why don’t we try it ourselves, what do we have to lose? So we took our savings and took a leap and jumped straight in.” - Brandon Don’t Miss: 2.29 - Brandon and Sayaka discuss why their business helps to get closer to Japanese culture7.46 - Find out some key Japanese vocabulary for a photo shoot9.04 - How old can vintage Kimonos be?10.22 - Discover why Brandon and Sayaka moved from Florida back to Japan11.31 - Brandon and Sayaka tell us how they got their business idea16.01 - What do Brandon and Sayaka do to find time for themselves?20.00 - What are the biggest things holding you back from your goals? Connect with Brandon Godbold & Sayaka Naganuma >>>Contact Brandon via email - info@kimono-wasabi.com>>>Visit Brandon & Sayaka’s website>>>Connect with Brandon and Sayaka on Facebook>>>Check out Brandon and Sayaka’s Instagram>>>Connect with Brandon and Sayaka on Twitter Connect With Sharon o          >>>Follow Sharon on LinkedIno          >>>Subscribe to Sharon’s YouTube channelo          >>>Follow Sharon on Instagramo          >>>Connect with Sharon on Facebook Before you go, don’t forget to leave a comment and review if you got something out of this episode!

Brandon is a PM over a new product at Intuit that helps entrepreneurs start companies. In this episode, we explore the value of side projects and how they can 10x your work performance. We also discuss getting that first job in product, diversity in tech, and how to "own more and do less". Contact Brandon at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bcmitchell13/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thewayofproductdesign/message

`Brandon Godbold Brandon is from Florida but has been living and doing business in Osaka, Japan. He owns a vintage Kimono studio and photography studio and lots to share about running a business in a foreign country. “It’s best to throw everything at the wall and see what sticks” - Brandon Don’t Miss: 1.28 - Find out a fun fact about Brandon3.56 - Hear Brandon tell us about his business in Japan and the changes required because of the pandemic5.27 - Discover ways to connect with clients online7.52 - Brandon reveals his biggest tip for someone starting a business Connect with Brandon Godbold >>>Contact Brandon via email - info@kimono-wasabi.com Connect With Sharon o          >>>Follow Sharon on LinkedIno          >>>Subscribe to Sharon’s YouTube channelo          >>>Follow Sharon on Instagramo          >>>Connect with Sharon on Facebook Before you go, don’t forget to leave a comment and review if you got something out of this episode!

On today's episode, Ashley interviews friend, author, and father, Brandon LaRue about his journey with his daughter Livia, and the lessons she taught him. Contact Brandon: www.WellBuiltHumans.com Listen on iTunes: https://tinyurl.com/MilHousingPodcast Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sdkm6JAZ2no

"Why I love the mobile home investing business: The same fundamentals and mechanics as real estate investing but with a 200 - 300% ROI and very little competition!" -Brandon Pfannenstiel  Affordable housing has always been an issue because there is never enough of it. With the fallout of COVID19 and the blow to our economy, many people are looking for ways to spend less on housing. Mobile homes are an affordable alternative. So much so, big investors are gobbling up mobile home parks, faster than you can say, recession recovery! That's good news for mobile home investors, and why I brought expert, Brandon Pfannenstiel of The Mobile Guyz, to take you through all the ins and outs of investing in mobile homes.  Back in 2016, Brandon couldn't understand why so many wanted to jump in the same real estate investing pool. That's when he implemented real estate investing concepts but with a little twist. Mobile Homes! Mobile Home Guyz LLC become a reality, with Brandon building his business into an ROI machine! Today, we will be going through mobile home investing from A-Z, providing you with all the information you need to start raking in that 300% ROI!     Transitioning from a W2 job to investing in mobile homes. Brandon's business today: 300+ deals: buying and flipping, buying and seller financing, and wholesaling mobile homes. How to target homes in specific communities for the best ROI. Maintaining a passive portfolio to sustain the mobile home investing business. Why you have to have a D8 Manufactured Housing license to make any money in mobile homes. Deals in Maricopa, County and Tucson, Arizona The mechanical and financial differences between real estate investing and mobile home investing.  How to find the best Mobile Home Deals Why it's important to always test your market.  Mobile home investing competition (hint: there is none)  How to obtain a 300% ROI with mobile home investing The dollars and sense of investing in Mobile Homes The No Money Down Mobile Home Deal (200% ROI) The typical mobile home buy and flip. Laws and legislation around buying and selling mobile homes.  The future of mobile homes: Many investors are buying mobile home parks, which is beneficial to the mobile home investor.  The high-end mobile home: You can see them as high as 6 figures. Understanding the mobile home buyer Raising capital from investors. Contact Brandon * (http://infod7cf37.clickfunnels.com/webinar-registration1590796896986) * The Mobile Home Guyz (https://mobilehomeguyz.com/) info@mhgacademy.com (mailto:info@mhgacademy.com)

More short-term rentals are cropping up every day thanks to platforms like Airbnb. But how does one get started with this type of business? And how does one prepare themselves to build out the system that's required for short-term rental success? In this episode, Brandon Telesmanic of BLT Enterprises shares his secrets on how he became successful with this short-term rental business and how he managed to scale it up. Contact Brandon: https://www.marcusmillichap.com/about-us/agents/brandon-telesmanic-btelesmanic-1 ---------- Automated Transcript Below: Dean Soto 0:00 Hey, this is Dean Soto founder of freedom in five minutes and freedom than five minutes.com. And we're here again with another freedom in five minutes podcast episode. Today's topic is this building wealth with short term investment properties, that and more coming up. Oh, cool. So this is, this is gonna be a really cool episode because this is something that I've been extremely interested in, because I have several properties, but they're all long term leases. And it's interesting because while while it might be nice to get those long term leases, you there there with the revolution of short term investment property, there's so many more avenues to make more off of the assets that you acquire in the real estate space. And I'm excited about this, because I have Brandon Brandon talismanic, who is an expert in this he is He He is an expert in actually setting up people with with short term with short term property investments. And and I wanted to get him on here. He he he has a just a great amount of experience with this particular subject. And he is the owner of BLT Enterprises. And I just thought it'd be great to have him on right now. So all that being said, Brandon, how you doing my man? Brandon Telesmanic 1:46 Doing well. Dean Soto 1:47 Cool. So Brandon Telesmanic 1:49 thanks for having me on here. Dean Soto 1:50 Oh, no problem. No problem. It's, it's, it's my pleasure, for sure. Because this is a topic that is I think, is going to be extremely valuable to a lot of people. So first and foremost, give a little bit of background about yourself, and how you got into this particular industry that you're in right now with the short term rentals. Brandon Telesmanic 2:13 Yeah, so. So I am 34 years old right now, I, I graduated from physical therapy school when I was about 2025, I think and I was living down in Southern California, and was living actually right on the beach in Newport. Oh, fantastic. And that's Yeah, the Unknown Speaker 2:37 gig there. Brandon Telesmanic 2:39 Yeah, not a bad gig at all. And that was, I graduated, and I was working a few different jobs and hustling and making pretty good money. But after living there for a few years, it became very clear to me that I was not going to be able to ever afford one of these homes that I was running on the beach, with my current finances, and you know, what I was projected to make in the future. And so, you know, at that time, there was a few different life changes with me. And I made the decision to move back to the Central Valley where I'm originally from from Fresno. And I was motivated, because one I wanted to own a house and I wanted to start investing my money rather than, you know, putting it into rent. And my family owns a business in the Central Valley, a therapy business that I wanted to be part of. And everything just kind of, you know, worked itself out, I'd leave behind a lot of friends there. And that was definitely definitely the hardest part. But came back to Fresno was able to buy buy a single family home at a very good time, because it was just just at the end of when the market was crashing around 2011. And started working with family business, things were going pretty well, I was able to rent out the extra rooms in my house to pay off my mortgage, and did that for a few years. And you know, I was pretty happy with that. But as I started getting a little bit older roommates moved out, I had a very serious girlfriend who's now my wife, and I was not spending really much time at the house at all, maybe 10% of the time of the house. So either hanging out with other people or with my wife, and I just felt like man, I'm paying this mortgage for this house. And under utilizing it, this thing needs to be making money, I need to move out a year, you know, I can rent this thing out for 16 1700 dollars a month potentially, and, and be making money off of it. And at that time, you know, you there's a lot of a lot of news about Airbnb, people are talking about them, mainly in bigger cities, definitely not in Fresno. And so I did some research and talk to a few different people that I know, mainly, mainly in the Bay Area. And, you know, most of the people said, You know who the hell is going to come to Fresno, that doesn't really make much sense, you should just, you know, you should just maybe get an apartment and rent out the house and, and make a little bit of money that way. Anyways, I decided that I was going to put it as a short term rental, regardless of what everyone else was saying. And I cleaned the house up really nice, got some furniture. And the goal originally was just to make, you know, five $600, because I was still going to be partially part time living in the house, and then renting it out. And so that would help me, you know, offset my mortgage payment. And so I got it all all set up and was seemingly pretty proud of what I had put on the market took some good pictures, or I thought were good pictures. And lo and behold, the play started getting booked up. And, and it wasn't just, you know, one or two bookings this was this is approximately six years ago. And, and so it started getting booked up. And there was it was just very evident that there was a demand for this. Because regardless of what people in Fresno thought about it, it wasn't people in president that were renting the home, it was people coming from LA or San Francisco or, you know, out of the state, or sometimes even out of the country that were running the running the home. And so because, you know, there was so much demand, I was able to put more money into the house, make it nicer respond to, you know, people's feedback. And that's kind of, that's the basis of the business. And so from there, I was able to just continue to reinvest the money that I was making from the short term rental, that one short term rental, and continue to buy them remodel the homes, and, and then continue to rent them out. And in that time, you know, I got married, and my wife was able to bring in a good income. She brought many valuable things to the table, organization. And yeah, just continued to scale up. And so now I'm at a point where five short term rentals and have a team that's helping me out, and it's going pretty well. Wow, Dean Soto 7:46 I love that man. It's cool, because as you were, as you were actually saying, as you were saying that that the people here were in because I I get to be a part of this central valley crew now that now that I'm in pray there, California right next door to Fresno. When people were saying like there's nothing here in Fresno, why would anybody ever come here? One of the first times I ever used personally used Airbnb was when we were traveling from Southern California to Idaho, and we stopped in this literally like no name, town like nobody, I it just it was a small, small, small town. I did population was probably like 1000. But it was halfway to where we wanted to go. And it was perfect. Because we we we drove halfway to our final destination and stayed there. We actually stayed at that place for two nights, I think. And then because we wanted to go see Reno and a couple other places was it wasn't it was outside of Reno. And had had you listened to them? You wouldn't have got those people who are are traveling from Oregon down to Southern California or or whatever, you know. Brandon Telesmanic 9:14 Yeah, yeah, that is a big misconception that no one comes to Fresno or that people only utilize short term rentals when they're going on vacation. So, you know, when people ask the question, well, who's coming to Fresno, you think, you know, President has a lot of hotels, you know, they're not the nicest hotels, but they're getting booked and they're doing business. So if a town has a hotel, and most likely, you know, a short term rental will work on some level, you know, people are coming to Fresno, oftentimes to visit family, for weddings, for birthdays, for any event that can take place anywhere. And large groups like to get together and stay together and it makes it more fun. And so you know, the the short term rental is far more desirable than you know, even renting a hotel out. And it's not like we really have sweets or anything like that, that you could rent out in Fresno. So it becomes a very, very good alternative. And then in addition to that, with, with the Central Valley, there's a fair amount of development going on. And you have workers that are regularly coming to the valley, and you know, need need places to stay. And so those are your, you know, Monday through Friday gap. Yeah, where if you if you go have a short term rental and in, say Lake Tahoe, you're going to get guests that are every weekend going to be booked. And you can probably put the rate insanely high on the weekend. Yeah, but who's going to be staying there Monday? through Thursday? Probably it's going to be a lot harder to fill, especially in the in the offseason. So yep, that's where, you know, places like Fresno, or Visalia, or said, you could make pretty good business out of it. Yeah, this is great, man. This is Dean Soto 11:11 that that's all the stuff that that is. So traditionally, when you think of any type of rental, it's it's the it's, at least for me, it's the it's that the typical where it's a it's a lease, you have somebody in there, you get a turnkey, you get cash flow from it. All of those factors that you that you're talking about, right, there are things that with, you know, your typical long term lease one or two year lease, you're not going to have that as a those as an issue, or, or a factor. Which brings me to the question, like what, what are what? Are they comparing it to your typical long term, you're renting out your house to somebody for a year or two? what's what's the what are the big differences? And what are the pros and cons of each one? And why do you think? And do you think short term rentals beat out? Long Term rentals in in the long run? No pun intended? Brandon Telesmanic 12:17 Yeah. So you really, to answer the question of do they beat them out? It really depends on what your specific goals are. If your goals are to maximize your profits, then the no question you can make a lot more money as a short term rental. But it's also the difference between a passive and active investment. And so a long term rental is going to be more passive. There's some work up front in finding the tenant preparing the home each time you have a turnover. And you know, then you just kind of sit back and probably either manage it yourself or have a management team, that really it shouldn't be too labor intensive. There's lots of, you know, potential issues with tenants that don't pay rent, and then you have they have their renters rights, and you know, evicting tenants and things like that can be a major major headache. Yep. So that's, you know, I, I don't have any of the homes as, as long term rentals, my dad has been around it, you know, my whole life. But with the short term rental, you you set up the even if it's longer than 30 days usually do the rentals in increments of 30 days. So and the reason for that is so that the renter, or you know, your tenant, whatever you want to call, it, doesn't have any rental rights, so you're not going to get a squatter in your property. They're throwing a loud party or they you know, damage your property, you can kick them out. And that's, that's within your rights as the owner of home if they're not abiding by your rules. Oh, I Dean Soto 14:04 didn't, I didn't know that. So. So for those who are listening, basically, what you're saying is, if you if you say if, if you were to allow, like a duration longer than 30 days, and not like chunk it out, they would be able to you run the risk of them having certain rights as, as renters, as opposed to if you say, let them only do 30 days at a time, is that kind of what you're saying? Brandon Telesmanic 14:32 Correct? Yeah, I mean, I've never had to go down that path. But that's pretty much the gist of it. Wow, Dean Soto 14:39 that's great. Brandon Telesmanic 14:40 So, so with, with the short term rentals, you have, you always have to remember that you're really in the customer service business, and a long term renter, your landlord, but a short term rental, you're more like, you know, more like a should be, in my opinion, like a luxury hotel. Yeah, where you have clients that are coming, and your goal is to make those clients happy with with their accommodations. And so, you know, that means different things for each person, but, you know, you have to put a lot of time and money and effort into it into setting up the property appropriately. And then regularly, maintaining it, cleaning it, you know, having a crew really because it's pretty hard to maintain, by yourself, if you're, if you're doing multiple homes, that that's going to help you run, run these, maintain these homes and run them efficiently. So that you know, you have you have happy customers that are going to leave positive reviews. And, and so where you know, as a, as a long term rental, you're not getting any reviews on your property, there's no site that I know of that's going to review you, you know, if you have a single family home, and you're running it out, they're not going to review the landlord, maybe on larger apartment complexes, there definitely is. But yeah, with with a short term rental business, you have to constantly make adjustments and and do everything you can to keep your customers happy. So that, that you keep your reviews up, because that's, that's how you're going to generate more businesses, people seeing those reviews and knowing that it's a quality place to stay at. Dean Soto 16:29 That's interesting. That's so you're Brandon Telesmanic 16:31 so there's a lot, a lot more time and effort, you know, you really have to be available 24. Seven, to deal with, you know, any potential issues that come up. So it's a very, very active, active investment. Well, the the Dean Soto 16:48 Yeah, it seems it seems like you get it. So because it's more active, it really is the difference between like a cow flow and investment from from, you know, sit back and let the cash come in type thing. And actually creating a business a hospitality business. Brandon Telesmanic 17:12 Where Absolutely, it's, you're creating a hospitality business, Dean Soto 17:16 and is it and that's why and hence why you're actually able to make more in profit. If if you actually treat it like a business. Mm hmm. So that's really interesting. Brandon Telesmanic 17:34 Yeah, and I'll say that there are people that, you know, do the minimum and provide the most basic accommodations. And, you know, there's, there's different ways to do it. I'm not saying what's right and what's wrong, but those people are still making money, and many of them are making very good money because they're capitalizing on opportunity out there. Yeah, it's been my approach to the do it the best I can and provide the best product I can because I believe if I do that, then I'm going to, you know, net, the most amount of, you know, returns profit. And I feel like that's what's happened. But, you know, there's other ways to do it as well. But yeah, Dean Soto 18:17 cuz it's, I think if with that type of mindset, it's as as it becomes more and more and more popular. It people expect a lot more. Because I remember my first time with Airbnb, I was just like, I was just happy to get the house. But then I started seeing Yeah, yeah, you know, I started seeing different of different places I stayed at they would they would have the cure eggs and cure eggs all set up for you. They would all they have waters, they have coffee stations. Yeah, you know, all of that. And you start actually expecting more and expecting more and expecting more. The last place I stayed in Chula this stuff for was doing a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournament. It was a duplex. And we we we paid $250 a night for this duplex, because there was because there was a lot of people staying for this tournament there. And, and we walk in, there is no waters in the fridge there was there was it was super small and cramped. There was no snacks and whatever. And I'm like, hey, this sucks. I was like, you know, I just paid 250 bucks. And like, I'm so used to getting all of what you would typically get at a hotel, you know? Brandon Telesmanic 19:40 Yeah, yeah, yeah, the level of homes and the quality. On all the short term rental websites have gone up pretty dramatically over the past three to three years, I would say. And you know, Airbnb has different levels. Now, where there's Airbnb plus Airbnb, Lux. Lux, I think they called her luxury, which is the highest level. Yeah, and, you know, these homes are under a strict, you know, criteria of guidelines that they have to adhere to, to achieve that. That status before it was the host, you know, the highest level would be that your be like super hosts on Airbnb, or I forget what they call it on Dr. Bo, but that was just more more generated by your reviews, and less so you know, the criteria of your home. But now there's all these other ways to differentiate these homes. And, and people have a high expectation, they expect a very high level of cleanliness. And I think you have a lot of people that probably wouldn't have been open to the idea of a short term rental, three, four years ago that are, are coming over, you know, really want luxury accommodations. Yeah, and, and that's good. I mean, that means more business, those are probably the most difficult people to have as guests. But, you know, you gotta, you gotta do your best to accommodate everyone and, and do your best to, you know, have a high level across the board, whether you're having, you know, some some guys that are coming to, you know, work and do a plumbing job for five days, or a family of four that's coming for a swim tournament. Dean Soto 21:30 Yeah. Man, I love this. I love this. So, so how how do how, like, what are some of the steps to even get started? in doing any of this type of short term rental stuff? Like what would you say like, so if someone, someone who had the capital to to actually invest in something like this, where where would they start? Like, what are some of the what is what are some of the kind of like the, I should say, like the, I don't know, roadblocks, or, or just like, Brandon Telesmanic 22:07 yeah, yeah, I understand what you're saying. Yeah, yeah. So the first thing is, you know, you've got to make the commitment for the time and not only have the capital to be able to, you know, put a down payment on investment property, but probably put a significant amount of money into remodeling that property. And maybe you could buy a property that already has under, undergone some remodeling, or just looks nice to begin with. And then you've got to furnish it. And, you know, buy all the things that you need to run the Airbnb, all the linens and cleaning supplies, and, you know, all of that stuff. And, and so, so the biggest thing is finding the correct property. And right now the market is, is Hi. And it would be hard to find a property right now, that would make sense, under my criteria for something I would buy. And the Fresno market, and I would say it's fairly saturated. But if you look, and I'm talking, you know, just about the Central Valley area, you can apply this to, you know, anywhere wherever you're at. But, you know, look looking more in some of these other cities around Fresno, Visalia said, Bakersfield, that, that don't have a huge number of short term rentals. But you know, there is a most likely a need there, that would be that would be the market that I would be looking at. And, and so to share a little bit about how I purchased the homes, the the criteria that I was using, was that the purchase price of the home had to make sense. Basically, if I looked at it in, in three different ways needed to make sense, obviously, as a short term rental that I was going to be able to make, you know, very good profit on it, it needed to make sense, as a long term rental, where I would at least make, you know, $200 a month. And then thirdly, it needed to make sense as a flip. So if I wanted to completely get out of it all together, I could turn around and sell the house and make a profit off of it. And so, you know, it's hard, right now to hit those last two criteria. Yeah. So first one, you can you can make money as a short term rental. But if they change the laws in Fresno County, you know, then, well, I don't want to be stuck with this overpriced home and all this furniture that, you know, I've got to sell on Craigslist or something. Yeah. So yeah, so that's those, there's a three criteria. And that's the markets at a place right now where it's where it's tough, but there are unique properties, and you know, different ways to think about it, and different types of properties that you can bring on the market. But you've also got to think about your proximity to the property, and how time intensive it is, and how frequently you're going to need to be going there. And, and managing it. Whether it's, you know, doing it yourself or meeting with people that are going to, you know, do do the work for you. So, you know, those are the those are the big things, big things to consider. Dean Soto 25:44 Yeah, man, I love I love that, though. Especially the three criteria, because, because, yeah, I've been in situations where I've had to offload real estate. And if if I was if I did you know, if I didn't have that criteria, and which I didn't at the time, I just got lucky, by the way. Brandon Telesmanic 26:09 That's usually how it happens when you start Dean Soto 26:11 Yeah. Brandon Telesmanic 26:12 Put yourself in the right position. Dean Soto 26:14 Yeah. And and man, but But yeah, like not being able to flip it and not, you know, offload it or be able to get the the minimum of cash flow from a long term lease. Those those are actually really, because I know my my, for me, I probably would have just looked at the profit from long term lease and from short term, but I didn't even consider, I didn't even consider you know, things can happen. laws can change, things, things, things can happen to where you they won't let you do a short term things. I have a friend in Hawaii, where they have to get like permits and stuff like that for it. They don't always hand them out, you know? Brandon Telesmanic 27:03 Yeah, yeah. Yeah. Yeah, the laws, I mean, we really have no control over, you know, when they, when they change the laws, laws are different from county to county and from city to city. And they could be they could change them at any time. I mean, I keep up to date with, you know, what's coming down the pipeline. And in Fresno, I would say is better. Fresno County is, is more insulated than lots of these other big cities, like, you know, Santa Monica, or San Francisco, for example, where there's just such a huge rental shortage, that they don't want short term rentals, because those are eating up places that, you know, people could live in. Yeah, long term. Yep. So Fresno doesn't really have that problem. It's cool. Because like, Dean Soto 27:51 yeah, I mean, it kind of it goes toward is actually kind of goes toward the, the five minute mindset shift, five minutes, strategic mindset shift, question that I always ask people, and, and now's the time to actually start doing it to at least trying to do the short term rental because, you know, ride the wave when you can, and one of the things that, because you actually filled out my questionnaire, so I knew what this was going to be, you mentioned that that your your five minute mindset shift is actually, you know, doing things as quickly as possible. Can you elaborate on that? Brandon Telesmanic 28:37 Well, yeah, making the my five minute mindset mindset shift is more so than doing things as quickly as possible, it's more to believe in the product that you're putting out there. And, as opposed to trying to put a little money in something as possible and try to get as much out of it, and little effort, you know, trying to see if it works, well, that works to a certain degree, but at a certain point, you have to believe in your idea, and invest the capital, and time and be proud of what you put out there. I am saying. So rather than that, how you're going to have long term success, and be able to, you know, really have pride in the product that that you're putting out there, Dean Soto 29:31 I see what you're saying, Okay, now I get I get the the language that you use to basically getting out of the mindset of trying to do something quickly and get paid quickly. But having much rather than that having the the long term in mind that, like, where where you might not see a CA, you know, get rich type quick thing happen. But in the long term, it did you build you build wealth and stability, overall, as that kind of a kind of, Brandon Telesmanic 30:08 absolutely, right? That's absolutely right. I feel like when I was when I was working, you know, as a physical therapist, you're, you're just trying to work as many hours as you can, and try to make as big of a paycheck as you can. But the big shift, for me with this business was that I did not want the amount of hours I was working to be directly correlated to my income. And so you know, with this business, it's always been about doing things the right way, setting it up appropriately, and setting up the business so it can scale up. And once it scales up, then you're able to, you know, realize some of those larger profits. And, you know, I'm at the point now, which not it doesn't fantastic, but haven't been able to transition careers where I'm managing this business, and now involved in commercial real estate, and still do a little bit of physical therapy here and there. But I'm less tied to, you know, that hourly income. Dean Soto 31:18 And that's what we like here on the on freedom in five minutes, all about scaling, yeah, being able to scale, automate, and so on, you know, because that's, yeah, that that is a big, big change. From that kind of small business mindset of, of, I'm going to work this many hours, I'm going to get this many clients, and, you know, I'm going to cap myself off rather than building out systems for your short term rentals, and then building even building, you know, sale systems and stuff for your, for the commercial real estate that you're you're into now. But so that so that you have the time to do that, in turn that active active income into a semi passive income, if not totally passive through through business system. So that's pretty, pretty awesome change. Brandon Telesmanic 32:11 Yeah, yeah, it's been good. Dean Soto 32:12 So how can people reach you because, you know, rather than trying to do it on their own, and, and basically fail, because that can happen? I've been in situations where if I did not have somebody who was a mentor, I would have crashed and burned very hard. In this in in any type of investment type stuff like this, you can really get burned? How can people reach you and actually work with you? who are interested in doing short term rental properties? Brandon Telesmanic 32:53 Yeah, well, my link will, from my website, with Marcus and Millichap will be on. You're on your website, they can just access that, and then email me and I'll be happy to help them out. Dean Soto 33:09 Awesome. Awesome. So yeah, though, that'll be that link will be in the show notes. So if you check out the show notes on your iPhone, that link will be on there. And, and you can go and work directly with Brandon and save yourself a lot of trouble, especially when it comes not just with getting the property itself, but actually building out the system that's required for for short term rental success. And there's not there's not a lot of people out there yet that offer this type of offer the the the ability to do this, I have a I have a few friends. I have a friend in Memphis that does it for a select few people, but it's something that I think is going to be the wave of the future. So you're like, on on top of it already. So it's it. I'm excited for anybody who starts working with you. Yeah, yeah. Thank you. Awesome, man. Well, thank you so much for being on the show. This is this super exciting. And it I think it's, it's this is going to be one of seriously one of the best episodes that we had, because have because it really is we're only seeing the beginning of these types of short term rental opportunities. And I believe that within the next decade or two, it's going to be it's going to be very, very common place to and in your people are going to be essentially kicking themselves for not moving in this particular direction. So I really appreciate you sharing all the stuff that you know, Brandon Telesmanic 34:47 well, I hope, I hope that some direction that it moves in. Dean Soto 34:51 That's my prediction. That's my prediction. Hope. Alright, Brandon, thank you so much. And guys, if you want to work with Brandon, once again, that link is going to be in the show notes. And it'll also be on the blog post that we do over at freedom and five minutes calm forward slash blog. If you go and check out the actual blog posts that we do for this, it'll also be on there as well. So that is the end of this particular episode, but it's not the end of the podcast. So if you want to have more of these, make sure you subscribe on Apple Apple podcast, just search freedom in five minutes, freedom in five minutes and subscribe there and go to freedom in five minutes.com if you want a virtual systems architect that will take what you're doing right now in five minutes and start scaling your business every day, five minutes a day. All right. So we will see you in the next freedom in five minutes episode.

Thanks for tuning in to another episode! Brandon talks how to be a more efficient studier with the law of frequency! He also reveals his tips for making your wax-ups look more life-like!    Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com   Jumpstart YOUR Career In Dentistry: The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD  

Episode 15 is here! Listen to Brandon talk about how far Extracting Wisdom has come in its first 15 episodes and his experience with his D1 orientation week at UIC's College of Dentistry!   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart YOUR Career in Dentistry: The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD  

Head over to the YouTube Tutorial: https://youtu.be/4I_reRiWfjA  FREE Practice DAT: Click here! Brandon is back with his next installment of the PAT Extravaganza mini-series! He shares his strategy for success on one of the hardest sections of the Perceptual Ability Test on the DAT.    Have questions? Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart YOUR career In Dentistry The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Visit my website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD  

Welcome back to the Extracting Wisdom Podcast! Brandon has been on a hiatus from podcasting, but he is back at it again! In this episode, he explains what he has been up to!   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart Your Dream Career in Dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media Check out my website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD

Brandon shares his story about how he came to choose to pursue a career in dentistry over careers in music or medicine.    Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart YOUR Pre-Dental Career: The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Visit my website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD    

The HPSP (Health Professions Scholarship Program) Scholarship is THE BEST scholarship around for dental students. Students receive full tuition, sign-on bonus, reimbursement for required materials and a monthly stipend in return for a 4-year tour as a military dentist. Brandon shares some information and his experiences going through the application process. Have questions? Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart YOUR Career In Dentistry: The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide    Social Media: Website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD    

Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Ks4v43ssvtM  Link to FREE 2007 Practice DAT: Click here!   In this episode, Brandon reveals his top two tips for crushing the Top-Front-End section of the PAT!    Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart YOUR career in dentistry: The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Twitter: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD

Link To Keyhole Video: Click here! Link to FREE 2007 Practice DAT: Click here! This episode is the start of the PAT Extravaganza mini series! Brandon talks about the most important strategy needed to master the keyhole section of the Perceptual Ability Test on the DAT. Following each podcast in the mini series, a YouTube video will be published to Brandon's channel where he will then apply the strategies mentioned in the podcast and walk you through a practice question.    Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart Your Career In Dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD

Brandon shares what to expect during the final year as a pre-dental student! The first semester is filled with stress as students typically miss class to complete their dental school interviews. The second semester is a breeze once pre-dental students choose which school they will be attending. Even though second semester is more relaxed, students must not let senioritis get the best of them!    Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com   Jumpstart You Pre-Dental Career! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Check out my website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD  

ADA DentPin Registration: Click Here! Sign Up For A Testing Date: prometric.com Gold Standard DAT Test Prep Series: Click Here! DAT Bootcamp: Click Here!   Welcome to Episode 6 of Extracting Wisdom! Brandon discusses the DAT and gives you information about the layout of the exam, study tips, how to sign up to take the exam and some advice on study materials! This is a great episode for anyone who is gearing up to take the DAT!   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart Your Career in Dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media Website Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Twitter: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD

In this episode, Brandon has his first two guest hosts on the podcast! Tyler Brown and Tyrell Fridie of FutureDDS share their story about how they chose dentistry as a career and how they ended up choosing to attend Tufts School of Dental Medicine. They also share some very valuable insight on how to manage your time during dental school. This podcast is a must-listen!    Welcome To FutureDDS: FutureDDS Instagram FutureDDS YouTube   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart Your Career in Dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Check out my website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD YouTube: Brandon Evert DMD

LINK TO AADSAS APPLICATION TOUR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNmT0QFdLyI&t=5s    Brandon helps pre-dental students prepare for their application cycle by breaking down what needs to be completed before the AADSAS application opens on June 1st. Doing things early will result in less stress and a smoother application cycle! Who needs added stress when it can be avoided? Don't get bogged down by stress! Conquer your application by listening to this episode!   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com    Jumpstart Your Pre-Dental Career: The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Twitter: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD

This episode focuses on three major tips for Sophomore pre-dental students. By completing pre-dental requirements early before the  AADSAS application becomes available, students will be able to submit their applications faster and experience a lower level of stress!  1) Start focusing on obtaining letters of recommendation  *** Use Interfolio  2) Take advantage of breaks to get your shadowing hours in 3) If you are on track to complete your organic chemistry courses before the summer of your Sophomore year, take the DAT!   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com   Jumpstart your career in dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Website: Click here Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Twitter: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD  

Brandon discusses his top 4 tips for freshman pre-dental students. Freshman year is not about dentistry, it is about becoming acclimated to a college lifestyle. If pre-dental students can learn how to thrive in a college environment, learn how to be self-sufficient and manage their time, get involved on campus and slowly start shadowing dentists, then they will be well on their way to successful dental school admission!   Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com   Jumpstart your career in dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide   Social Media: Website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Twitter: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD  

This is the first episode of Extracting Wisdom! Brandon discusses his plans for this podcast and his intention to not only help pre-dental students crush their undergrad career, but to also share his journey and experiences with other dental students t on his way to becoming a dentist! Brandon hopes this podcast will foster an enthusiastic community of future dentists that is going to rock the world of dentistry!  Contact Brandon: bevert.dental@gmail.com Jumpstart your career in dentistry! The Ultimate Pre-Dental Guide Social Media: Website: Click here! Instagram: @brandonevertdmd Twitter: @brandonevertdmd Facebook: Brandon Evert DMD

On session 5 of the Overland Roundtable, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the various camp setups that are popular amongst overland travelers. The rooftop tend is a trendy, and expensive, accessory but it may not be right for you.  The ground tent is widely accessible but has some characteristics that may not be well suited a long trips or wet environments.  We had the pleasure of having Matt Henwood from Main Line Overland join us to discuss his expertise with Four Wheel pop-up campers.  Four Wheel Campers slide into a pickup bed and transform your truck into an offroad ready camper with all the creature comforts you can imagine.    Guest Panelist: Matt Henwood from Main Line Overland Matt Henwood serves as MLO's President, and has a deep passion for overlanding since it blends two loves: motor sports and the great outdoors. An SCCA enduro race driver, off-road rally enthusiast, and motorcyclist, Matt also enjoys rowing, hunting, fly fishing, hiking with his wife Kristen and their dog Gunner, and exploring new areas of the world whenever possible. Expeditions in various modes of travel include: Utah, Colorado, Vermont, Maine, Alaska, British Columbia, Vancouver Island, Alberta, New Brunswick, PEI, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, Iceland, Europe, and South Africa. He has a rich automotive background, from restoring English classics, German sports cars, and American hot rods, to classic and modern 4×4s and motorcycles. He's also an experienced welder and fabricator of many of MLO’s custom products. Matt holds an MBA in marketing. Matt works closely with customers to help make their overland dream vehicles come to life, and is also in charge of Four Wheel Campers and Adventure Trailers sales for MLO. In addition Matt also heads up planning for the Mid-Atlantic Overland Festival, which is hosted by MLO. Regular Panelists: Dan Cole: Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL. Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast   Taylor Adney: 1993 Toyota 4runner, outfitted for overland travel. Part of a group called “The Overland Adventures” which can be found on: Instagram (@theoverlandadventures)  Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/theoverlandadventures Facebook: www.facebook.com/overlandadventures Brandon Libby: Brandon Libby: Drives a 2 door JK Wrangler and a 2013 Pro4x Nissan Xterra. Has been into off-roading and overlanding for about 5 years. Contact Brandon at expeditionportal.com and search Brandon Libby. Also on Google+, Facebook, Twitter all under the same name. Alex Garner: 1999 Nissan Patrol, has been an overlander most of his life. Runs the Intents Offroad blog which can be found at intentsoffroad.com and on:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentsoffroad Instagram: Instagram.com/intentsoffroad  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/intentsoffroad   Watch the full video of the session here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ht1zm-xHHkg     

Brandon Koch is a successful hypnotherapist with a very interesting story. When he was a teenager, his mother found out some information from his phone that caused them to not speak for two years. Soon after, Brandon moved to LA and fell in with the wrong crowd and spiraled downhill. But don't worry, Brandon has a story of triumph that you must listen to. Brandon's charity: http://www.hayfoundation.org/ Contact Brandon: http://www.brandonmichaelk.com/ Follow us on twitter: @hypnoangel11 @theguydf @eden_eats

Session 4 of Overland Roundtable is all about trail communications. Along with the usual suspects which make up the panel, we have a returning guest Ben Beierwaltes and a new guest Tom Severin; both who have extensive knowledge of HAM radio and communications. Some of the key topics include: Talking about FRS radio CB radio UHF radio HAM radio SPOT and Delorum Inreach Antenna selection Using repeaters for extended coverage The functions of HAM radio beyond voice communication The components needed for a radio setup License types and which one is best for you   Panelists: Dan Cole: Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL. Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast   Taylor Adney: 1993 Toyota 4runner, outfitted for overland travel. Part of a group called “The Overland Adventures” which can be found on: Instagram (@theoverlandadventures)  Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/theoverlandadventures Facebook: www.facebook.com/overlandadventures Brandon Libby: Brandon Libby: Drives a 2 door JK Wrangler and a 2013 Pro4x Nissan Xterra. Has been into off-roading and overlanding for about 5 years. Contact Brandon at expeditionportal.com and search Brandon Libby. Also on Google+, Facebook, Twitter all under the same name. Jason Spect: Driving a 2013 Toyota Tacoma and a 3rd Gen Toyota 4runner. Been into Overland travel for about 7 years, part of a team called Mountain State Overland. Can be found at mountainstateoverland.com and on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msoverland Instagram: @msoverland Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFf8PTHJTZwtMWLfFkAkS4w Alex Garner: 1999 Nissan Patrol, has been an overlander most of his life. Runs the Intents Offroad blog which can be found at intentsoffroad.com and on:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentsoffroad Instagram: Instagram.com/intentsoffroad  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/intentsoffroad Guests: Ben Beierwaltes: Ben is one of the guys behind Rocky Mountain Overland. He drives a JK Jeep Rubicon but has a good variety of vehicle makes and models in the group. You can find Ben at rockymountainoverland.com Tom Severin Tom is a certified four wheel drive trainer and offers training and 4x4 adventures through Badlands Offroad Adventures. Take a look at the website; www.4x4training.com   Links mentioned in this episode: The Outdoor Adventure USA website; official website for the OA USA radio net. www.oausa.net  

On session two of Overland Roundtable we are discussing vehicle selection. Our 5 core panel members and two guests talk about whether a wagon or a pickup is better, choices in suspension and tyres and go into the big dollar expedition rigs. Here’s who we have on the Overland Roundtable this week:   Panelists: Dan Cole: Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL.  He is also in the middle of building an offroading camping trailer that will be used to tackle the ALCAN highway on a journey from Kansas City, KC up to Fairbanks, AK.  Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast   Taylor Adney: 1993 Toyota 4runner, outfitted for overland travel. Part of a group recently formed called “The Overland Adventures” which can be found on: Instagram (@theoverlandadventures)  Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/theoverlandadventures Facebook: www.facebook.com/overlandadventures   Jason Spect: Driving a 2013 Toyota Tacoma and a 3rd Gen Toyota 4runner. Been into Overland travel for about 7 years, part of a team called Mountain State Overland. Can be found at mountainstateoverland.com and on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msoverland Instagram: @msoverland Youtube:   Brandon Libby: Drives a 2 door JK Wrangler and a 2013 Pro4x Nissan Xterra. Has been into off-roading and overlanding for about 5 years. Contact Brandon at expeditionportal.com and search Brandon Libby. Also on Google+, Facebook, Twitter all under the same name.   Alex Garner: 1999 Nissan Patrol, has been an overlander most of his life. Runs the Intents Offroad blog which can be found at intentsoffroad.com and on:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentsoffroad Instagram: Instagram.com/intentsoffroad  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Pw9gbXhykd0xXHKYyV83g   Guests: Ben Beierwaltes: Ben is one of the guys behind Rocky Mountain Overland. He drives a JK Jeep Rubicon but has a good variety of vehicle makes and models in the group. You can find Ben at rockymountainoverland.com   Matt Frick: Matt runs operates guided off road expeditions in Baja, bring your own rig and he’ll show you around. Matt drives an 83 Ford Bronco and can be found at www.camp4lo.com as well as: Facebook: www.facebook.com/camp4lobajatours Instagram: Instagram.com/camp4lo Twitter: twitter.com/camp4lo   Links: Pickup vs Wagon: http://expeditionportal.com/head-to-head-wagon-or-pickup/ Alaska Off-road Warriors: http://www.history.com/shows/alaska-off-road-warriors Adventure Driven’s Lexus GX470: http://expeditionportal.com/featured-vehicle/ Global Expedition Vehicles: http://globalxvehicles.com/ Desk To Glory on Instagram: www.instagram.com/desktoglory     

In this first episode of Overland Roundtable, we focus on introducing each of the 5 core panel members, and discuss the definition of Overlanding according to Wikipedia and what it means to each of us. The panel consists of the following people in the order which they appear on the show:   Dan Cole:  Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL.  He is also in the middle of building an offroading camping trailer that will be used to tackle the ALCAN highway on a journey from Kansas City, KC up to Fairbanks, AK.  Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast     Happy Good Friday folks! Be sure to make time for an adventure this weekend...even if it's just a short one. I'm going to take my HAM Technician exam on Saturday! Wish me luck! I also plan on spraying the gist coat of finish on the #AlaskaExpedition #trailer. I've got to keep making progress. @lodgecastiron @motusworld @cvttents A photo posted by Dan (@the4x4podcast) on Apr 3, 2015 at 5:12am PDT   Taylor Adney: 1993 Toyota 4runner, outfitted for overland travel. Part of a group recently formed called “The Overland Adventures” which can be found on Instagram (@theoverlandadventures) and on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/theoverlandadventures     "The pig!" #theoverlandadventures #toyota4runner #toyota #4runner #2ndgen #outfitandexplore #myoverlandadventure #neverstopexploring #goexplore #getoutside A photo posted by The Overland Adventures (@theoverlandadventures) on Mar 18, 2015 at 9:20am PDT Jason Spect: Driving a 2013 Toyota Tacoma and a 3rd Gen Toyota 4runner. Been into Overland travel for about 7 years, part of a team called Mountain State Overland. Can be found at mountainstateoverland.com and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msoverland  Instagram: @msoverland Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFf8PTHJTZwtMWLfFkAkS4w   I spy...adventure #whereswaldo #explore #protect #overland #appalachia @blueridgeoverlandgear @outdoorx4 A photo posted by Mountain State Overland (@msoverland) on Apr 18, 2015 at 1:45pm PDT A photo posted by Alex Garner (@intentsoffroad) on Apr 8, 2015 at 12:45am PDT     Brandon Libby: Drives a 2 door JK Wrangler and a 2013 Pro4x Nissan Xterra. Has been into off-roading and overlanding for about 5 years. Contact Brandon at expeditionportal.com and search Brandon Libby. Also on Google+, Facebook, Twitter all under the same name.     Alex Garner: 1999 Nissan Patrol, has been an overlander most of his life. Runs the Intents Offroad blog which can be found at intentsoffroad.com and on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentsoffroad  Instagram: (@intentsoffroad)  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Pw9gbXhykd0xXHKYyV83g   @byronksmith showing Cape York what the mighty Patrol can do! @byronksmith tagged us in this photo and if you have some awesome photos; use the #intentsoffroad hashtag and I may just share it too