Podcasts about Creedon

En el Radar Empresarial de hoy analizamos las cuentas de la cadena de supermercados Dollar Tree. Si bien es cierto que sus cuentas se quedan por debajo del radar del mercado. Sus números del primer trimestre cobran importancia por el momento de incertidumbre arancelaria que vivimos. Y las previsiones no han sido nada buenas. La compañía cree que podría tener un descenso del beneficio de hasta el 50%. Aún así, Stewart F. Glendinning, director financiero de la compañía, piensa que podrán aguantar los efectos de los aranceles. Aunque las previsiones no han sido buenas y eso haya hecho que el valor se haya dejado más de un 8% en Bolsa, los números del primer trimestre si son más esperanzadores. Su beneficio por acción de 1,26 dólares supera en cinco centavos a lo previsto por el mercado. Alcanza también ingresos de 4600 millones de dólares y suben un 11% pero aquí la nota negativa vuelve a ser las previsiones. El mercado esperaba que fueran de 4.600 millones de dólares. Aún así Mike Creedon, Director de operaciones de Dollar Tree, valora de forma positiva los resultados. Además, Creedon se muestra optimista con el futuro, sobre todo por el cierre de tiendas de Family Dollar. El 28 de marzo la compañía toma la decisión de vender su negocio Family Dollar a los fondos Brigade Capital Management y Macellum Capital Management por 1.007 millones de dólares. Hay que recordar que en 2015 se hace con Family Dollar por 9.000 millones de dólares. 8 mil millones son los que ha perdido. La empresa parece ahora que vuelve a los orígenes: ofrecer alternativas económicas a productos que son más caros en otras tiendas. Aquí la política de Donald Trump puede jugar a favor de la empresa: la exención de minimis hará que los productos de Shein y Temu sean más caros. Tal como afirma la empresa en su página web dos tercios de sus productos se fabrican en Estados Unidos. La compañía, eso sí, necesita cambiar sus resultados ahora y es por eso que llevará a cabo una subida de precios en algunos de sus productos, lo que hará cambiar su política de empresa. Dollar Tree ya no mantendrá el límite de 1,25 dólares en muchas de sus sucursales. Es algo que se le puede volver en contra al minorista, como le pasó a Starbucks cuando eliminó ventajas de sus clientes premium o a Costco cuando encareció sus perritos calientes.

RTE Investigates unsafe care in two nursing homes, comedian Chris Kent, the human side of scoliosis, Garda file, 15 years of Creedon's dog care Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nanci Creedon chats to JP to mark 15 years of Creedon's dog care Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dog Behaviorist Nanci Creedon discusses with PJ if dogs like, hate or don't care if they are treated like little humans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Handwritten letters and mother-daughter rites of passage, a search for identity, and the delightful landscapes of Ireland's South West, with Barbara Scully, Jamie O'Connell, Brian Daly, James Harpur, Joanne Hynes, Cónal Creedon and Amenazeb Khan

En nuestro radar de hoy aparece una de las mayores cadenas de Estados Unidos que está en su peor momento: Dollar Tree. La compañía, después de unos muy malos resultados, ha tenido que vender su negocio Family Dollar a los fondos Brigade Capital Management y Macellum Capital Management por 1.007 millones de dólares. Puede parecer una cantidad cuantiosa, pero nada más lejos de la realidad. Y es que en 2015 la empresa se hizo con Family Dollar por 9.000 millones de dólares. 8 mil millones menos que terminan con la venta de un negocio por el que Family Dollar fue apostando cada vez menos en 2024. La compañía decidió clausurar 600 tiendas y apostar por la nueva apertura de 300 nuevos locales en 2025. ¿Cuáles fueron los resultados de su división el año pasado? Creedon, que indicó que las cuentas de Family Dollar se reportan como operaciones discontinuadas, reportó en la conferencia para analistas que las operaciones discontinuadas disminuyeron un 11,2% hasta los 3.300 millones de dólares. Aunque es verdad que el rendimiento de las operaciones continuadas fue un poco plano, con un ligero aumento del 0,7%, otros problemas han sacudido a Family Dollar. En febrero, la cadena de tiendas tuvo que pagar 41 millones de dólares después de que en un centro de distribución hubiera una infestación de ratas. Debido al peligro sanitario que supuso, el Departamento de Justicia indicó que el castigo fue “la sanción penal monetaria más grande jamás realizada en un caso de seguridad alimentaria”. ¿Qué camino le espera ahora a Dollar Tree? Para Mike Creedon, una de las claves para el futuro de la compañía es volver a los orígenes. ¿Pero qué hace especial a Dollar Tree? Para Associated Press, una de las claves es que “las tiendas se encuentran principalmente en zonas urbanas desatendidas. Los cierres de tiendas actuales, probablemente tendrán un impacto considerable en los clientes que viven en esas zonas”. Para Marshal Cohen, asesor principal de la industria en Circana, firma de investigación consultada por el medio, el acceso a bienes esenciales y asequibles puede volverse más difícil para las familias de bajos ingresos si cierran estas tiendas. Dollar Tree es una cadena de tiendas de descuento fundada en 1953, por el empresario KR Perry. En 1986 se llamó only one dollar y ya en 1993 pasó a nombrarse con la nomenclatura actual. Forma parte de la lista Fortune 500 y opera en más 15.000 tiendas en los 48 estados contiguos de EE. UU. y Canadá .

Teagasc Future Beef farmer, Proinnsias Creedon, and his advisor, James Mullane, are on this week's Beef Edge Podcast with an update on the farm and how Proinnsias is managing grass this spring.  Proinnsias also explains his calf-to-beef system and how he manages balancing working off farm. The excellent paddock system on the farm has been a big benefit to improving his grazing management and Proinnsias discusses spring grazing and his plan in the coming weeks. Proinnsias is hosting a spring grass walk on his farm on 26th March @ 3pm, while Future Beef farmer, Cathal Irwin, from Castlebar, Co. Mayo, will also host a walk on his farm on Friday 28th March @ 5pm. For more details go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/beef/demonstration-farms/future-beef-programme/events  For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com  

Telegram Tales from the Central Telegraph's Office, co-produced by Amandine Devine and Ellen McEvoy tells the story of the 24-hour thriving office that kept Ireland's communication on track during the 60s and 70s.Nowadays we are all familiar with instant communication - e-mail, text, and social media, but there was a time when you had to send a telegram if you wanted to contact a person that didn't have a telephone. The contributors Ann Duncan, Cormac O'Brien, Michael Confrey and Seán Creedon, document the history of the office, peppered with memories of their interactions with customers and colleagues. The backdrop is a growing Dublin City Centre and a period of huge change in Irish history from strikes to bombs, to marriages and christenings.Telegram Tales is a nostalgic look at what was the communication of the 60s and 70s, such a necessity that many people had a full career in telegrams, which is a communication which has virtually been wiped out today.

Mark Creedon joins James to talk about his historical fiction novel - Caught Between Two Devils, and how there are parallels between that book and the current Russian aggression against Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On 12/31/2024 host Aaron Trahan (@aaronmadeulaugh) sat down with Josh Creedon (@joshcreedoncomedy) in the Brick Room at the World Famous Madhouse Comedy Club (@MadhouseComedyClub). We talked about Comedy and Life in general to find out just listen to the episode. Follow the podcast on IG (@comedyorworse)

https://www.timelessclosetsandcabinetry.com/https://www.element-designs.com/https://www.instagram.com/elementdesignsinc/Join Wendy Scott as she welcomes special guests Kevin Creedon and Beata Klecha from Element Designs for an exclusive look at What's Trending in European Design — and What It Means for North America. Fresh from Salone del Mobile held earlier this year in Milan, Kevin and Beata will share insights on the colors, finishes, materials, and textures that are shaping the future of design. From bold new palettes to innovative surfaces, discover how these European trends are making their way into North American closets and storage spaces. Don't miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve in closet design and beyond! Listen to us live on mytuner-radio, onlineradiobox, fmradiofree.com and streema.com (the simpleradio app)https://onlineradiobox.com/search?cs=us.pbnnetwork1&q=podcast%20business%20news%20network&c=ushttps://mytuner-radio.com/search/?q=business+news+networkhttps://www.fmradiofree.com/search?q=professional+podcast+networkhttps://streema.com/radios/search/?q=podcast+business+news+network

This week we stopped writing 80085 on our pocket calculator and started doing proper sums in order to catch the mathematical eye of one of the world's leading financial and marketing thinkers, Moira Creedon. If there's a fancy, famous and highly respected teaching institute in the world, then Moira has almost certainly been there, sharing the stuff in her enormous brain with students, leaders and top businesses. From Fontainebleau to UCC and the IMI – not to mention the legendary Mark Ritson Mini MBA – Moira has taught at them all, passing on her knowledge and experience as one of the world's leading financial strategists. Also, as well as being multi-brilliant and multi-nice, she's multi-lingual and often delivers her talks and lectures in English, Spanish, French and German. This episode is proudly dedicated to the late and great Gail Gunderson. ///// Follow Moira on LinkedIn Visit her website here. Timestamps: (02:19) - Quick fire Questions: (05:47) - Moira's Career Path: Early Jobs and Experiences (09:51) - First Proper Job: General Motors (12:02) - Moira's Extensive Travel Experience (17:16) - Marketing and Finance: Bridging the Gap (19:12) - Understanding the Language of Finance (23:43) - Career Management for Marketers (25:50) - The Role of CMOs in Organisations (28:18) - Low Margin Industries and Marketing Budgets (32:04) - Cultural Differences in High vs. Low Margin Companies (35:00) - Jaguar's Marketing Strategy Discussion (39:51) - Perception of Marketing in the C-Suite (41:06) - Finance's View of Marketing as a Cost Centre (44:33) - Finance and Marketing Decision-Making (46:54) - The Role of Finance in Modern Business Moira's Book Recommendation is:  The ascent of money by Neil Ferguson  /////

On today's episode of LaunchPod, Jeff Wharton talks to Lauren Creedon, VP of Product at Goldcast, who formerly led product at Drift and Hudl. In this episode, we talked about: How to be a PM who thinks like a GM Her 1-5-50 product launch process, going from friendly alpha to open beta And the real-life lesson of what happens when you launch a product no one's ready to sell—or buy Chapters 00:00 Intro: Meet Lauren Creedham 01:29 Lauren's Career Journey and Insights 02:50 The Importance of AI in Product Management 04:20 Revenue-Driven Product Management 14:06 The 1-5-50 Product Launch Process 17:26 PM Lessons from the Field 21:28 Building the Right Operating Culture 24:20 Measuring Success and Future-Proofing Your Career 32:25 Outro Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurencreedon/ Follow LogRocket on TikTok! Love LaunchPod and the rest of LogRocket's great content? Follow us on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@log.rocket) for interview clips, UX tutorials, and more! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket combines frontend monitoring, product analytics, and session replay to help software teams deliver the ideal product experience. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Special Guest: Lauren Creedon.

A Danish geneticist who found camels in Greenland meets the Irish author excavating a thousand tales from the streets of Cork, Ireland. This year's Beatty Lecture is a double-act. Both Eske Willerslev and Cònal Creedon draw from their contrasting expertise and share their personal tales of discovery. 

Today on Peeling the Onion Podcast we are talking with Katie Creedon about how we can stay out of the nursing home! We get into how aging doesn't have to mean decline, how it's never too late to make positive changes and how functional medicine offers a pathway to true health and independence .Resources:www.newenglandfunctionalwellness.com IG & FB @newenglandfunctionalwellnessYoga with Adrienne www.peelingtheonionpodcast.com/bppkclubProduced by NOVA

John Creedon on his latest book The Boy's Heart Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8.25 seconds. That's how long the average human attention span is. In today's episode of the Digital PR Podcast, AJ Scilla and Patrick Creedon dive into the difficulties Public Relations practitioners face in the age of a dwindling attention span. Getting your message across to your audience quickly is more important than ever, and Scilla and Creedon will dive into effective methods to keep your audience engaged while communicating your messages. They'll also explore how first impressions, storytelling, and the use of influencers play roles in capturing and maintaining views. 1:25 – Creating Snackable Content: PR content should hook the viewer's attention right away, emphasizing the importance of capturing attention within 8 seconds. 3:07 – Visual Overstimulation in Social Media: The role of visuals in engagement is highlighted, with examples like TikTok and Instagram using overstimulating visuals to keep users engaged. 4:12 – Why the Right Audience Matters: AJ and Patrick stress the importance of knowing your audience well enough to cater content to their interests. 5:41 – AI in Content Creation: The hosts discuss AI's use in content creation by generating hooks. 7:17 – Storytelling as a Strategy: They delve into the importance of storytelling and that it creates emotional connections and keeps viewers invested, even in longer format content. 10:03 – Influencer Marketing as an Attention Hook: AJ and Patrick talk about how influencers can act as “hooks” to grab attention and the role of celebrity endorsements in capturing audiences. 13:00 - The Importance of First Impressions: The episode concludes by explaining why first impressions are important, and how every aspect of a content plan should come together in a video.

Author, avid Irish language enthusiast, and broadcaster for RTE John Creedon joined Pat on the show this morning to chat about his new book ‘This Boy's heart' about life in Cork during the 1960s.

Broadcaster John Creedon joins Brendan to talk about his new memoir This Boy's Heart which charts his childhood adventures growing up in Cork City, the generosity of his parents, the colourful characters he encountered and the impact they had on his life.

This episode we have Mark Creedon, CEO of Mastermind Business Accelerator join us to discuss all things growing a business - including avoiding making that business just another 'job'. Mark is business coach to Deon and Gary, so they've been around his work for a long time. Listen in for some great insight! 

Nine News reporter Kate Creedon speaks to John about the repatriation flights which landed today in Sydney this evening.    Listen to John Stanley live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12am and Friday's 7pm-11pm on 2GB/4BC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cónal Creedon is quite simply one of Ireland's greatest writers, and how he writes about Cork is something we only appreciate more and more. Whether it's short story, or essay or in this case, theatre, you will never forget the insight into the human spirit which shines through his work. His play "After Luke" runs at the Cork Arts Theatre this week, and Conor Tallon spoke to its director Leon Danza. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Creedon on his new TV Show Creedons Musical Atlas of Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer Cónal Creedon, not wanting kids and is chivalry dead? Cork, it's time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM.

Madelyn Creedon joins Jon to talk about the global nuclear landscape and her role as chairperson of the 2023 the Strategic Posture Commission. How will America's security be affected in this new age of nuclear uncertainty and global competition. What steps and systems are China and Russia building and what are they trying to do. And most importantly, what combination of capabilities and national policy are needed to ensure American security. We consider all of these below: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Madelyn Creedon joins Jon to talk about the global nuclear landscape and her role as chairperson of the 2023 the Strategic Posture Commission. How will America's security be affected in this new age of nuclear uncertainty and global competition. What steps and systems are China and Russia building and what are they trying to do. And most importantly, what combination of capabilities and national policy are needed to ensure American security. We consider all of these below: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we dive into the journey of living a more authentic and fulfilling life with professional life coach Beth Creedon. We often hear about the challenges of making significant life changes, whether it's embarking on an adventurous trip or seeking a more meaningful existence. Beth shares her insights on taking the first steps towards these changes, drawing from her extensive experience in coaching.   Beth discusses her background, the inspiration behind her work, and her unique approach to helping people discover what they truly want. We explore concepts like the Merlin Principle, which helps envision your future and work backwards to set achievable goals. Beth also emphasizes the importance of creating space for self-reflection, free from distractions, to uncover our deepest desires and aspirations.   Join us for a thoughtful conversation that encourages you to pause, reflect, and consider what you want out of life. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply curious about how to live more authentically, Beth's wisdom offers valuable guidance. Don't miss this episode filled with practical tips and inspiring stories.   Visit Beth's Website: https://bethcreedon.co.uk/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beth_creedon/     About Us

Do you love it or hate it, text us here!We have Martha Creedon, a fantastic TA leader and mum to two gorgeous girls on today's episode as we delve into the world of candidate experience from a TA professional to a candidate lens. We touch on how to improve candidate experience, what processes can be automated to drive exceptional experiences, all from the perspectives of someone who has been through it firsthand. Please remember to subscribe and rate the podcast to help others discover and enjoy our content to create more awareness on sourcing. Visit our website Follow on LinkedIn Happy Sourcing & Stay Crafty.

Today, I'm joined by Mark Creedon, and together we explore some priceless investment lessons from some of the world's most successful billionaires. These titans of industry have not only built immense wealth but have also mastered the art of sustaining it through savvy, strategic decisions. Mark and I are going to uncover how their golden rules of investment can be applied right here in the Australian property market. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Priceless investing lessons from influential billionaires, with Mark Creedon

Today's show is aimed at helping you become a better investor, entrepreneur, or business person with the help of the wealth lessons in Morgan Housel's book, The Psychology of Money. Rather than property or finance strategies, Housel's book is about the principles of behavioral finance. Understanding the effects of psychology on investors and financial markets can give you important insights and help you overcome the biases that are holding you back. Listen in as Mark Creedon and I explore quotes from Housel's book and explain why investors sometimes seem to make bad decisions or work against themselves, and how you can avoid falling into these pitfalls. We'll cover each chapter over two episodes of the Michael Yardney Podcast Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Join us at Wealth Retreat 2024 – find out more and register your interest – www.WealthRetreat.com.au Shownotes plus more here: 18 Wealth Lessons from “The Psychology of Money” by Morgan Housel with Mark Creedon

Maybe you're too biased to become a successful property investor? What do I mean by that? Well…did you know that we can sometimes be our own worst enemy as property investors? It's not because of the decisions we make, the opportunities we consider, or the investments we miss out on, but rather, it's due to the way we think. By the last count, I've read that there are 188 types of these fallible mental shortcuts in existence, and they constantly impede our ability to make the best decisions about our careers, our relationships, and for building wealth over time. So, whether you are a beginner or an experienced investor, whether you're in business or an entrepreneur you'll enjoy my chat today with Mark Creedon, founder of Mastermind Business Accelerator as we discuss why seemingly rational people act irrationally when it comes to money. Cognitive Biases You Need to Know Without always knowing it, property investors are pre-programmed with a range of biases which may cause them to interpret information incorrectly and thus undertake sub-optimal investment decisions. You see, most of us think we're rational people but we're not. There is no shortage of cognitive biases out there that can trip up our brains. However, because cognitive biases are based on generalizations and assumptions, they can't always be correct. And if you don't check your reasoning, they can lead to judgments and decisions that negatively impact your business. 1. Confirmation bias People tend to search for information that confirms their view of the world and ignore what doesn't fit.  In an uncertain world, we love to be right because it helps us make sense of things. One way to counter confirmation bias is to read things you're going to disagree with. In other words, read all you can from reputable sources, whether it's confirming your original view or not. 2. Anchoring bias We have a tendency to use anchors or reference points to make decisions and evaluations, and sometimes these lead us astray. This is because the initial price you set for a house or car or more abstractly, for a deal of any kind, tends to have ramifications right through the process of coming to an agreement. Whether we like it or not, our minds keep referring back to that initial number. It's important for you to evaluate any property deal based on its own fundamentals and all the information you have available from your research and due diligence at the time. 3. Awareness bias How are your investments performing – are you happy with the results you're getting? It's been shown the poorest performers in all areas of life are the least aware of their own incompetence, a phenomenon known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. If you're the smartest person on your team you're in trouble. It's best to work with a team of mentors and professional advisors. 4. Positivity bias In the face of lack of capital growth, prolonged vacancies, or inflated expenses, some investors continue to believe that their investment will turn the corner “one day.” The problem with this is that when all signs point to a dud investment, it likely is one – but positivity bias can stand in the way of an investor taking action to rectify the situation. One of the best things an investor can do is admit what they don't know and get a good team of professionals around them. 5. Negativity bias Just as some investors can be overly positive this is the tendency to put more emphasis on negative experiences rather than positive ones. Our ancestors evolved a brain that routinely tricked them into making three mistakes: overestimating threats, underestimating opportunities, and underestimating resources. This helped keep them alive. It's a great way to pass on genes, but a lousy way to promote quality of life or grow your wealth through property. Fact is: there will always be property pessimists around, but you can minimize your risks and maximize your upside if you educate yourself and become financially fluent, follow a proven strategy, and get a good team around you. 6. Status quo bias This describes our tendency to stick with what we know, whether or not it's the best course of action. Psychologists call this “loss aversion” and it explains why so many Australians are willing to stick their money in a plain old bank account earning minimal interest, rather than taking the “perceived risk” of property investment. Successful investors, businesspeople, and entrepreneurs have mentors, coaches, and mastermind groups to help them see their blind spots and to encourage them to keep moving forward. 7. Survivorship Bias The misconception here is that you should focus on the successful if you wish to become successful, while the truth is that when failure becomes invisible, the difference between failure and success may also become invisible. The trick when looking for advice is to not only learn what to do but also look for what not to do. 8. Bandwagon bias This is the psychological phenomenon whereby people do something primarily because other people are doing it. The bandwagon effect has wide implications but is commonly seen during strong property markets where the media stirs up a frenzy and it's one of the factors that lead to asset bubbles. But when it comes to financial matters we know “the herd” is usually wrong – most property investors never build a substantial portfolio. It pays to remember that just because everyone else is doing it, that doesn't mean you should follow the crowds. 9. Restraint bias Following on from bandwagon bias, restraint bias is the tendency for people to overestimate their ability to control impulsive behavior. Psychologists say the very people who think they are most restrained are also most likely to be impulsive. 10. Bias bias Failing to recognize your cognitive biases is a bias in itself. Arguably this is the most damaging bias because having blind spots means you're less likely to recognize any of these psychological influences in yourself. Simply becoming aware of these biases means half your battle against your own worst enemy – yourself – is won. The bottom line: We all want to think we are rational and biases are things that afflict other people. However our brains are designed with blind spots and one of their clever tricks is to confer on us the comforting delusion that we, personally, do not have any biases. This is why so many of us are not only bad with money but make the same mistakes over and over again. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Some of our favourite quotes from the show: “It's actually not as much the investment, it's about the person.” – Michael Yardney “In fact, it's been shown the poorest performers in all areas of life are the least aware of their own incompetence.” – Michael Yardney “There will always be pessimists around, but I don't really know any rich pessimists.” - Michael Yardney PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW Reviews are hugely important to me because they help new people discover this podcast. 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Are you hoping to be a better investor, businessperson, or entrepreneur? Well, today's show is for you because we discussed the concept of behavioural finance, which is the study of the effects of psychology on investors and financial markets. But don't worry, it's not woo-woo stuff, and it's not technical. Instead, I share several quotes from my favourite author, Morgan Housel, and Mark Creedon and I will try and explain why investors often appear to lack self-control, act against their own best interest, and make decisions based on personal biases instead of facts. Whether you're a beginning investor or well down the track in your investment journey, I'm sure today's show will give you some insights, as you're probably twice as biased as you think, and if you don't think this applies to you, you're probably four times as biased as you think. Want to become better with your finances? Well, you could do a lot worse than learning from my favourite author, Morgan Housel, author of the Psychology of Money. His book The Psychology of Money shares 19 short stories exploring the strange ways people think about money and teaches you how to make better sense of one of life's most important topics. And today, I'd like to discuss several of Morgan Housel's quotes with Mark Creedon, founder and CEO of Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind. Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behavior is hard to teach, even to really smart people. ●        Doing well with money has little to do with how smart you are and a lot to do with how you behave.  ●        Money―investing, personal finance, and business decisions―is typically taught as a math-based field, where data and formulas tell us exactly what to do. But in the real world, people don't make financial decisions on a spreadsheet. ●        Emotions can override any level of intelligence. Morgan Housel Quotes “Be careful when reading about how stupid investors can be and not realize you're reading about yourself.” “The problem with economic forecasting is that the things you can predict tend to not matter, and the things you can't predict make all the difference in the world.” “Planning is important, but the most important part of every plan is to plan on the plan not going according to plan.” “Getting rich and staying rich are different things that require different skills.” “Most financial mistakes come when you try to force things to happen faster than is required. Compounding doesn't like when you try to use a cheat code.” “Imagine how much stuff you'd have to make up if you were forced to talk 24/7. Remember this when watching financial news on TV.” ●        Investors were probably better informed 20 years ago when there was 90% less financial news. ●        Predictions, opinions, and forecasts should be discounted by the number of times the person making them is on TV each week. ●        The more you want something to be true, the more likely you are to believe a story that overestimates the odds of it being true. “The market is rational, but investors play different games, and those games look irrational to people playing a different game.” ●        A lot of financial debates are just people with different time horizons talking over each other. ●        Beware of taking financial cues from people playing a different game than you are. ●        Everyone is making a bet on an unknown future. It's only called speculation when you disagree with someone else's bet. “When things are going extremely well, realize it's not as good as you think. You are not invincible, and if you acknowledge that luck brought you success, then you have to believe in luck's cousin, risk, which can turn your story around just as quickly.” “Controlling your time is the highest dividend money pays.” “No one is impressed with your possessions as much as you are.” ●        Don't attempt to keep up with the Joneses without realizing the Joneses aren't any happier than you are. “Read last year's market predictions, and you'll never again take this year's predictions seriously.” ●        A big takeaway from economic history is that the past wasn't as good as you remember, the present isn't as bad as you think, and the future will be better than you anticipate. “You're twice as biased as you think you are (four times if you disagree with that statement).” “Tell people what they want to hear, and you can be wrong indefinitely without penalty.” “You're twice as biased as you think you are (four times if you disagree with that statement).” “Risk management is less about how you respond to risk and more about recognizing how many things can go wrong before they actually do.” “If you have an idea but think “someone has already done that,” just remember there are 1,010 published biographies of Winston Churchill.” ●        Just because someone else has done it before, that's not a reason not to do it. If anything, it means that you can do it too. More people wake up every morning wanting to solve problems than wake up looking to cause harm. But people who cause harm get the most attention. So slow progress amid a drumbeat of bad news is the normal state of affairs. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs. Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Join us at Wealth Retreat 2023 on the Gold Coast in 2023– express your interest here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au   “We all think we know how the world works because we've only experienced a tiny sliver of it, so, therefore, we put our thoughts, our emphasis, our bias on this.” – Michael Yardney “Past success can't be relied on. You can't repeat that indefinitely.” – Michael Yardney “Don't judge your chapter one or two by my chapter 30 or 40.” – Michael Yardney PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW Reviews are hugely important to me because they help new people discover this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a review on iTunes - it's your way of passing the message forward to others and saying thank you to me. Here's how  

Today, I am joined by Mark Creedon, business coach and mentor to some of Australia's leading business people and CEO of the Metropole Property Group. Today, our discussion is centred around a fascinating list shared by Vala Afshar on Twitter – a collection of insights that reflect the wisdom one hopes to accumulate with time. Together, Mark and I discuss the concept of success, we talk about creating your own luck, remaining forward-focused, and leading by example. These are principles that will resonate with you as a player in the property market and as individuals committed to the pursuit of success. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Wisdom That Comes With Time: 33 Lessons Learned with Mark Creedon

Welcome to an episode that takes us on a captivating journey through the uncharted territories of AI, where feelings and technology meet. In this mesmerizing episode, we have a conversation with our distinguished guest, Marie Toft, a former journalist turned tech entrepreneur who is courageously venturing into the world of AI and empathetic intelligence. Hailing from Cork, Ireland, Marie's journey from newsrooms to AI startups is as engaging as it is inspiring. She navigates her way through the intricate world of AI, unveiling her innovative tool, Emotionise, a trailblazing solution that is reshaping how we perceive AI and empathy. Marie, an IFTA-nominated personality for Creedon's Wild Atlantic Way and Creedon's Shannon and award-winning producer of The Business, offers compelling insights on the significance of understanding others' feelings in AI, the potential implications of empathetic AI across various sectors, and the societal impact of this fusion. These insights are sure to leave you spellbound. As we delve deeper into this fascinating conversation, we also touch upon the ethical considerations in automation, the future of AI, and much more. So, if you've ever wondered how AI can harness the power of understanding emotions or how the future of AI could be woven with our world of feelings, this is an episode you can't afford to miss. Tune in for a conversation that's sure to leave you pondering the nuances of sentiment in AI and its significant potential to transform the world around us.

In the latest edition of the Full Stack Leader, we talked to Lauren Creedon, Head of Product at Goldcast, about planning and execution.Lauren talks about the significance of understanding the business's operational plan, market dynamics, and user behavior seasonality. This knowledge is crucial for effective product launches. Lauren also advocates coaching teams to achieve significant outcomes within a quarter, emphasizing the need for structured planning and phased execution.In the interview, Lauren emphasizes the importance of understanding target markets, budgeting cycles, and competition in the AI product market, advocating for clear communication over technical jargon. She introduces the concepts of seasonality and roadmaps, stressing alignment with usage peaks and budgeting cycles for optimal impact.

While you are probably here to learn about property investment, finance, or money, today I've got something a little different but exciting in store for you. If you're an entrepreneur, investor, or anyone charting their path towards personal growth and success, this episode is an absolute must-listen. You've probably heard the name Seth Godin—a best-selling author and a guy who genuinely understands the mechanics of personal and business success. In this episode, Mark Creedon and I will do an in-depth exploration of Seth Godin's 14 game-changing ideas. One of the reasons Seth Godin's ideas resonate so well is that they challenge traditional thinking. They push us to question the status quo and consider how we can be not just different, but better—better investors, better businesspeople, better individuals. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Seth Godin's Wisdom: A Roadmap for Property Investors and Entrepreneurs with Mark Creedon

Does money really buy happiness? Is there a clear relationship between money and happiness? To shed light on this age-old question, today I have a chat with Mark Creedon, founder of Mastermind Business Accelerator and CEO of the Metropole Group to decipher the enigma of happiness, money, investment and success. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs.  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job. Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Banknotes and Bliss: Does Money Really Buy Happiness? With Mark Creedon

One of the most influential books I read in the 1990's was Stephen Covey's ‘The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” It's a classic and a classic for a reason. The seven habits are really powerful things to build into your life. In a way, they're just common sense. Like “begin with the end in mind” or “put first things first” But the thing about common sense is it's just not that common. Not in practice anyway. So in today's episode, I delve into Stephen Covey's renowned Seven Habits of Highly Effective People with Mark Creedon, founder of Mastermind Business Accelerator. If you want to become more successful as a property investor or business person, or just in life in general I'm sure you got to get some gems from my chat with Mark Creedon today as we unpack the this personal development classic. What we learned from Stephen Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Proactivity and its relevance to property investors and business people. Learning to take responsibility for one's reaction to one's own experiences and take the initiative to respond positively and work for improvement. Beginning with the end in mind: setting clear goals for your future. Determining what you want is necessary in order to work and plan toward it. Prioritizing: putting first things first. Learning to distinguish between what's important and what's urgent. Building successful relationships by thinking in terms of win-win. Valuing and respecting others will lead to better outcomes. Understand others to be understood. Empathetic listening to others not only ensures that you'll understand them better but also prompts them to do the same for you. Understanding synergy to create a whole greater than the sum of its parts People are stronger together, and through positive teamwork, you can unlock improved outcomes Devoting regular time to self-renewal Putting in the time to renew yourself physically, spiritually, mentally, and socially makes you a more well-rounded individual. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Some of our favorite quotes from the show: “If other people have achieved success, there's no reason why you can't, and why not look for a shortcut about the way they think, about the way they do things, about how they go about their lives?” – Michael Yardney “I think in many conversations people don't really listen. They're waiting for a break in the conversation so they can continue on with their discussion, their argument.” – Michael Yardney “What I'm trying to say is fear does have some uses because it actually lets you know that you're alive.” – Michael Yardney PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW Reviews are hugely important to me because they help new people discover this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a review on iTunes - it's your way of passing the message forward to others and saying thank you to me. Here's how    

While we usually talk about property money and success, the underlying theme is most people want to become richer so today we're going to dig deep into the true essence of wealth building and that is consistency. Now you've probably seen or heard about those online success stories, haven't you? Those narratives that suggest getting rich is a simple matter of having the right idea at the right time or finding the next hot spot. However, the truth is, it's not that easy. So today, I'm joined by Mark Creedon, business coach to some of the most successful businesspeople and entrepreneurs in Australia and CEO of the Metropole Property Group of companies and we'll discuss 21 small actions that will make you rich slowly. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Mastermind Business Accelerator Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Small Actions That Will Make You Richer, With Mark Creedon  

Today I'll be chatting with Mark Creedon, and unpacking a somewhat controversial topic: Why, despite all the challenges and problems we face today, this is truly the best time in history to be alive. I've found that in this fast-paced world filled with uncertainty, it's all too easy to get bogged down by the negative news and lose sight of the incredible advancements and opportunities surrounding us. But today, Mark and I will delve into the many reasons why we believe that the present is a gift, and how it offers unprecedented opportunities for growth, success, and happiness. Together, we'll explore the remarkable progress we've made in technology, medicine, and communication, as well as the increasing global interconnectedness that has fostered collaboration and innovation like never before. We'll also discuss how we can harness these advancements to overcome the challenges we face, both individually and collectively. Now even though the main focus of this podcast is property, really the underlying theme is success and financial freedom so, whether you're feeling weighed down by the world's problems or you're just looking for a fresh perspective on life, I really hope today's show will be both thought-provoking and inspiring. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Subscribe to Mark's Mastermind for Business Podcast here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Embracing the Present: Why this is the Best Time in History to Be Alive, with Mark Creedon

In today's podcast, we will be discussing some of the things that I wish I had learned earlier in my life that would have helped me to appreciate my life better. Whether you are just starting out in life or looking for ways to improve your current situation, I hope my discussion with Mark Creedon today will provide you with some valuable insights that you can apply to your own life. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Listen to Mark's Podcast on your favourite Podcast App- Mastermind For Business Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, not a Job Join us at Wealth Retreat 2023 on the Gold Coast in 2023– express your interest here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: The secrets to a fulfilling life 19 things I wish someone taught me when I was young, with Mark Creedon  

It's the beginning of yet another year and a prime time for all of us to take stock of who we are, where we've been, and where we want to go. Many of us start each year with big ideas, plans, and hopes and then end each year with analysis and reflection. At the end of this year, some of us will look back on the year with joy about what we've accomplished. Be it in our investments, their business, or in their personal life We'll remember all the big wins we had and the successes we had. Unfortunately for some, this year will end with disappointment—maybe even regret—about all the things they wanted to accomplish but didn't. If you are tired of making resolutions that go nowhere; tired of reaching for the stars to only land in the dirt; and tired of running in place, then today's show is for you as I chat with Mark Creedon about a list of things that successful people don't do and as you'll find out that's just as important as understanding what successful people do. Have you ever wondered what successful people do to become... well… successful? Be they businesspeople, entrepreneurs, or property investors, their success is caused by all the things they have chosen to do and all the things they have chosen NOT to do. Sure there are lots of books, blogs, and podcasts on what successful people should do - great books like the 7 habits of highly successful people, but today I want to talk about things successful people don't do, and these can be just as important as the to do's on your path to success Links and Resources Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Subscribe to Mark Creedon's weekly newsletter here Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Join us at Wealth Retreat 2023 on the Gold Coast in 2023– express your interest here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: 25 things successful people don't do, and neither should you! With Mark Creedon

There are some must-read books on personal finances that will help you develop good saving and investing habits. One of them is Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad, Poor Dad, a must-read if you want to learn about personal finance. Now I've interviewed Robert three times on this podcast and while I don't agree with many of his views on Real Estate, and I definitely don't agree with his views that we're heading forth an economic Armageddon, I respect the lessons I learned from him many years ago on personal finance so today in this podcast with Mark Creedon, founder of Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind, I'd like to share 20 lessons I believe you should understand from his great book Rich Dad, Poor Dad. At the end of today's show, I hope you learn a few new things about money and finance and that I will have reinforced a number of things you already knew, and maybe we can help you escape the vicious cycle of working hard your whole life. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, Not a Job Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: 10 Key Lessons to Learn from Robert T. Kiyosaki's Rich Dad, Poor Dad, with Mark Creedon

How do you view life? Some people think that what happens in their lives is out of their control. These are the folks who wait passively for what life dishes out to them. They have few goals, and they are the ones who usually hope for the best — that life will be kind to them and that they will eventually be at the right place and at the right time. Other people realize that life is a great opportunity for learning and for realizing their fullest potentials. Some of these lessons are learned the hard way. However, by learning to cope with the challenges, one can come out of the experience wiser and stronger, more able to face whatever else lies ahead. Now, this is as just relevant in property investing as it is in business, entrepreneurship, relationships, in fact in all areas of your life. So, in today's show Mark Creedon and I discuss a series of life lessons you may have learned in the past but have most probably forgotten. And hopefully, by the end of today's show you'll have some great ideas, inspiration, and new plans to make this new year, 2022 the best year of your life. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a business not a job Join us at Wealth Retreat 2022 – find out more here Shownotes plus more here: Here's a list of life lessons you've learned over the years but probably forgotten, with Mark Creedon (Summer Series)

Are you hoping to be a better investor, businessperson, or entrepreneur? Well, today's show is for you because we discussed the concept of behavioural finance, which is the study of the effects of psychology on investors and financial markets. But don't worry, it's not woo-woo stuff, and it's not technical. Instead, I share several quotes from my favourite author, Morgan Housel, and Mark Creedon and I will try and explain why investors often appear to lack self-control, act against their own best interest, and make decisions based on personal biases instead of facts. Whether you're a beginning investor or well down the track in your investment journey, I'm sure today's show will give you some insights, as you're probably twice as biased as you think, and if you don't think this applies to you, you're probably four times as biased as you think. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Join us at Wealth Retreat 2023 on the Gold Coast in 2023– express your interest here Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au   Shownotes plus more here: What no one ever told you about being a successful investor, with Mark Creedon  

They say the road to success is paved with failures, and speaking from personal experience, I know that's very true. Life is a continuous learning experience. Throughout our lives, we keep rising and falling, picking up important lessons along the way. Some of these lessons come from experience, yet there are others that we learn by watching others or reading in books. In today's show, Mark Creedon and I discuss a series of life lessons from Robin Sharma, best-selling author of books like The Monk who sold his Ferrari. I think these lessons will be just relevant in property investing as they will be in business, entrepreneurship, relationships, in fact, in all areas of your life. And hopefully, by the end of today's show, you'll have some great ideas, inspiration, and new plans to make the coming year the best year of your life. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Join us at Wealth Retreat 2023 – www.WealthRetreat.com.au Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Powerful Life Lessons from Robin Sharma, with Mark Creedon  

Videos: Dad STUNS School Board When He Reads Aloud DISGUSTING Book From Library (3:37) RFK : The Real Anthony Fauci Clip (1st clip 5:50 – 2nd Clip 4:37) Dr. Michael Hudson Interview  Neil Oliver: We are expected to forget those promising to fix the disaster caused it (10:28) Almonds can help support the gut microbiome, study claims Kings College London, October 31, 2022 A new study finds that eating 56 grams of almonds daily — the equivalent of approximately 46 almonds — can improve gut health by promoting levels of butyrate. The research involved three groups replacing their regular snacks with whole almonds, ground almonds, or an energy-equivalent control muffin. The authors conclude that incorporating almonds into the diet could be a way of increasing fiber intake without triggering gut symptoms. An important player in gut health appears to be butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that supports the health of the microbiome itself. Dr. Alice Creedon explained to Medical News Today: “Butyrate is important to gut health, as it acts as the primary source of fuel for the cells of the colon, allowing them to function correctly and optimally. It is also involved in signaling to the gut to initiate the process of nutrient absorption.” “In addition,” said Dr. Creedon, “butyrate produced in the gut can enter the bloodstream where it is involved in the regulation of health in other areas of the body, such as the liver, brain, and lungs.” The study demonstrates that eating a healthy handful of almonds each day promotes the production of butyrate. Dr. Creedon's research documents the benefits of eating about 56 grams, or 2 ounces, of almonds daily — that amounts to about 46 almonds. “Butyrate supports the gut barrier, which keeps bacteria and other microbes from entering your blood. In doing so, butyrate can help to reduce inflammation, manage conditions like IBS [irritable bowel syndrome], and decrease gastrointestinal discomfort like bloating. “Butyrate is produced through the fermentation of fiber in the colon. Therefore, increasing fiber in the diet, such as in almonds, increases butyrate levels, which has a positive effect on our gut health,” said Tallman. Additional benefit of omega-3 fatty acids for the clearance of metabolites from the brain Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, October 23, 2022 New research published online in The FASEB Journal suggests that omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are found in fish oil, could improve the function of the glymphatic system, which facilitates the clearance of waste from the brain, and promote the clearance of metabolites including amyloid-β peptides, a primary culprit in Alzheimer's disease. To make this discovery, scientists first used transgenic fat-1 mice, which express high endogenous omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in the brain, to investigate the effect of omega-3 PUFAs on the clearance function of the glymphatic system. Compared to the wild-type mice, the fat-1 mice with enriched endogenous omega-3 PUFAs significantly promote the clearance function of the lymphatic system, including the Aβ clearance from the brain. Wild-type mice were supplemented with fish oil, which contains high concentrations of omega-3 PUFAs, and found that fish oil-supplemented mice also improved the clearance function of the glymphatic system compared to the control mice without fish oil supplementation. Omega-3 PUFAs help maintain the brain homeostasis, which may provide benefits in a number of neurological diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, traumatic brain injury, and sleep impairment, among others. “These now-famous fatty acids have been the subject of major studies both in academia and industry. Just when we thought we had heard everything, here is something new, and it is provocative indeed,” said Thoru Pederson, Ph.D., Editor-in-Chief of The FASEB Journal. “This study should not turn attention away from the roles of these substances in maintaining vascular health, but neither should they restrict our view. The brain is an extremely vascularized organ, while we might also bear in mind that omega-3 fatty acids may impact neurons, glia, and astrocytes themselves.” Are our brains physically shaped by life experiences? University of Ottawa, 23 October 2022 The notion that an experience external to the body – not something we have ingested, that has been affected by disease or damaged through physical injury – can measurably change the physical properties of an organ as intrinsic to our functioning as the brain is revelatory. But can we prove cause and effect? Tracy Vaillancourt, a psychologist at the University of Ottawa, Canada, who has conducted a range of studies into the emotional and psychological effects of bullying – as well as the neurobiological impact of bullying – finds it frustrating the media, public and policy makers are more inclined to pay attention to research on the subject if researchers can demonstrate biological damage. “When I show that something is biological, it makes headlines,” she told The Boston Globe. “For some reason I think humans are more compelled to believe biological evidence than someone saying, ‘Oh I'm depressed. I don't feel good about this.' I'm hoping that that is a policy changer.” Vaillancourt found that while bullied boys have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol than their non-bullied peers, bullied girls have much lower levels of cortisol compared with their peers. She also found that bullied teens score less well on tests of verbal memory than their peers, suggesting that the abnormal cortisol levels may be killing neurons in the hippocampus, leading to memory problems. As part of an ongoing, long-term study, Vaillancourt has been following teenagers – some of whom have a history of being bullied by their peers – and assessing their cognitive functioning every 6 months. Vaillancourt is also using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to scan the brains of the teens for evidence of damage to the hippocampus. In a previous study, neuroscientist Martin Teicher scanned the brains of 63 young adults, as part of a study into verbal victimization. Teicher found that, among the subjects who reported being the victims of verbal bullying, there were abnormalities in the corpus callosum. This region of the brain consists of a bundle of fibers connecting the brain's left and right hemispheres and is known to be important in visual processing and memory. The neurons in the corpus callosums of the bullied subjects were found to have less of the myelin coating that boosts communication between brain cells. It has been suggested that these brain abnormalities might make it difficult for victims to process what is happening around them and respond appropriately. It might also explain some of the cognitive impairments associated with being bullied – poor memory, attention and concentration – and could even contribute to the anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts experienced by many victims. The impact of childhood maltreatment, more generally, on neurobiology has been explored in several studies. Previously, the results of neuroimaging studies in abused children have been considered to be inconsistent. The researchers found that the participants who had been exposed to maltreatment exhibited significantly smaller volumes of grey matter in several brain regions. “Childhood maltreatment acts as a severe stressor that produces a cascade of physiological and neurobiological changes that lead to enduring alterations in the brain structure,” says author Joaquim Radua. The researchers found that the participants who had been exposed to maltreatment exhibited significantly smaller volumes of grey matter in several brain regions. ‘Processed meats have same cancer risk as cigarettes' World Health Organization, October 23, 2022 Bacon, ham and sausages have the same cancer risk as cigarettes, according to a report by the World Health Organisation (WHO), a media report said. WHO listed processed meat as a carcinogenic substance, while fresh red meat is also expected to join the encyclopaedia of carcinogens' and is likely to be regarded as bad for health. The classifications, by the WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer, are believed to regard processed meat as “carcinogenic to humans”, the highest of five possible rankings, shared with alcohol, asbestos, arsenic and cigarettes, the daily added. Studies have shown that people who eat a lot of red meat tend to eat fewer plant-based foods that protect against cancer. The WHO report follows a meeting of scientists from 10 countries who reviewed all available evidence. Processed meat is made by smoking, curing, salting, or adding chemicals. Examples include ham, bacon, pastrami and salami, as well as hot dogs and some sausages. Burgers are also expected to be included in the WHO list of carcinogens. Early supplementation may help offset early-life stress on the adult brain University of Amsterdam, October 25, 20229 Early-life stress has been shown to impair learning and memory in later life, but new research, published online in The FASEB Journal, suggests that improved nutrition may help offset the negative effects of this stress. Specifically, using mice, scientists focused on essential micronutrients, including methionine, vitamins B6 and B12, and folic acid, none of which are made by the body and need to be ingested through diet. They found that early-life stress reduces the levels of these nutrients in mouse pups, but supplementation prevented the reduction of methionine levels and even prevented some of the lasting negative effects of early-life stress on later learning and memory in adult offspring. To make their discovery, Korosi and colleagues mimicked a stressful early-life environment during the first week after birth (postnatal days 2-9) for newborn mice and their mothers. Control mice and their mothers were housed in a normal environment. During the stress period, half of the mouse mothers (control and early-life stress) received a standard rodent diet, the other half received a diet that was supplemented with essential micronutrients. The lactating mouse mothers ate the diet and thereby developed elevated micronutrient levels in maternal milk and subsequently in the blood and the brains of their pups. After the initial stress period, all mice received a standard diet and environment. Once the mice became 4 months old, their learning and memory skills were tested in various cognitive/behavioral tasks. Mice that were previously exposed to early-life stress performed worse than control animals and demonstrated poor learning and memory skills. However, stress-exposed mice from mothers that received the supplemented diet performed equally well as the control mice did. “The field of postnatal nutrition has sometimes taken a back seat to research on the maternal-fetal axis, but of course we cannot ever ignore either,” said Thoru Pederson, Ph.D., Editor-in-Chief of The FASEB Journal. “Here we see strikingly beneficial cognitive effects of a sound postnatal diet. The nutrients tested were familiar ones, but the results speak for themselves.” Cold Homes Increase The Risk Of Severe Mental Health Problems – New Study University of Adelaide (Australia), October 31, 2022 Concerns about fuel poverty and people not being able to heat their homes adequately are not new in the UK, but these worries have been heightened by significant increases in energy costs and the cost-of-living crisis. And as winter approaches, things are about to get a lot worse. Colder temperatures suppress the immune system. But we know relatively little about the effects on mental health. Our new research shows that living in a cold home is a significant mental health risk. Living in a cold home can affect your mental health in several ways. For many, heating costs are a source of stress and financial strain. Not being able to keep your home and family comfortably warm reduces feelings of control and autonomy over your environment. People who are unable to heat their home often adopt coping mechanisms that limit socialising – for example, not inviting friends over and going to bed early to keep warm. And many people are just worn down by the drudgery of a whole winter of being uncomfortably cold. Using data from a large representative sample of adults in the UK, we followed people over many years and tracked the effect of being unable to keep your home warm on mental health. When people's homes became cold, their risk of severe mental distress significantly increased. For people who previously had no mental health problems, the odds of severe mental distress doubled when they had a cold home, while for those who had some (but not severe) mental health symptoms, the risk tripled . We found these effects even after taking into account many other factors associated with mental health, including income.

Who do you ask for property investment advice? With so many mixed messages and vested interests, who can you really trust? And in today's property markets, there are very few advisers who have the perspective of having lived through and successfully invested in several property cycles and understand how to take advantage of the current stage of the property cycle. Yet there is a new breed of so-called property experts emerging. So, what's the threshold for being able to call yourself an expert? Usually, experts have years of experience in their chosen profession. They're at the top of their industry, and they shape the path of progress. And yet, there's no shortage of so-called “property experts” and buyers' agents whose only real experience seems to me they've done a short course and really love property. The rise of these so-called “advisors” coincided with the practice of personal branding on social media. While social media has undoubtedly created fantastic opportunities for real experts to connect and share their knowledge, it has also opened the floodgates for a tsunami of self-titled “property experts” looking to flog their books, consulting sessions, training programs, or online courses. So, in today's show, Mark Creedon and I are going to share some advice from Warren Buffett. As I said, don't take advice from somebody you wouldn't trade shoes with, and I bet you'd love to be in his position. The bottom line. These are only a few of the thoughts from probably the most quoted investor. I could easily have made the list twice as long but use these as motivation to think differently. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business not a Job Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: What would Warren Buffett do? 15 ideas for smarter investing in these challenging times, with Mark Creedon

Negotiating is a part of living; we do it all the time. When you walk down a crowded street, you negotiate the path you take. A couple negotiates their relationship before and during the marriage.  And of course, negotiation is one of the skills developed by all savvy property investors and businesspeople. Over the years, I've noticed that some people are very good at getting terrific deals. Most others simply get what the other party is willing to give. What's the difference?  In my mind, it's that the first group knows how to negotiate. It's more than that; they know how to influence and persuade others to do what they want. So today, I discuss the topic of negotiation, influence, and persuasion with Mark Creedon, founder and CEO of Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind. Links and Resources: Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Why not join Metropole's Business Accelerator Mastermind Learn more about Mark Creedon – Business Coach to some of Australia's leading entrepreneurs  Get a copy of Mark's new book here – Have a Business, not a Job Get a bundle of eBooks and reports – www.PodcastBonus.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Top negotiation tactics you must learn to succeed, with Mark Creedon

This week JD chats with guest Josh Creedon. Josh is a stand up comedian. Topics discussed include, but are not limited to: relationships, comedy, and blueberry farming. Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend! Follow LHRB on Facebook, Instagram @lefthandrightbrain, Twitter @LHRBpodcast, or just hit us up old school on the website lefthandrightboainpod.com