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Send us a textIn this video, at one of our investor panels at the Family Office Club event, One of our speakers dives into the 5 P Method, a powerful framework for evaluating investment funds and managers. We'll break down each component:- People: Who are the individuals behind the fund? What are their backgrounds? Are the right people in the right roles at the right time?- Processes: What processes are in place for selecting and managing investments? Are these processes documented and consistently followed?- Performance: What has the fund's performance been like? Is it understandable and repeatable? We'll discuss how to assess the metrics that matter.- Plans: What are the future plans for the fund? Are the strategies realistic and aligned with investment goals?- Platforms: What technology and platforms are being utilized to manage the business? Are they efficient, or is the fund relying on outdated methods like Excel?---------------------------------------------- Watch the Youtube video : https://youtu.be/B0EuFbhll88 

On today's episode, Greg is joined by Jennifer Ives -- a seasoned leader working at the intersection of business and technology, an in-demand AI advisor to C-suite executives, and all-around big thinker.   Together, Jennifer and Greg set out to bust some AI myths. Is your organization really falling behind? Is everyone else already using AI? And isn't "everything" AI these days, anyway? Does AI literacy matter for line-of-business leaders? Are ethics important? And a whole lot more. Tune in as they discuss the current state of AI adoption in organizations. They highlight that only a small percentage of organizations are leveraging true artificial intelligence. They emphasize the importance of AI literacy at the executive level and the need for organizations to start small, test and learn, and build out their AI strategies. They also discuss the challenges organizations face, such as data cleanliness and the development of ethical AI frameworks. They conclude that, no, you're (probably) not behind -- but warn that the early movers now are developing a big advantage. So, if you haven't started yet, the time is now. Chapters 00:00 The True State of AI Adoption in Organizations 10:53 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption  36:08 Igniting Ideas and Driving AI Adoption  41:28 Challenging Assumptions and Breaking Through Barriers  42:28 The Urgency of Embracing AI  43:59 Critical Areas of Focus for AI Adoption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's Talk about Wealth...What and How do you define TRUE Wealth?   Examples of Wealth categories: Health, Relationships, Time, Family, Knowledge, Money, Assets, etc.   3 most Important Types of Wealth: 1- Health 2- Relationships 3- Finances   Note- truly determine what factors are important to you in each...   #1- Health- state of high energy and enthusiasm Health is the corner stone of wealth that affects all other wealth categories. Several parts....not just physical.... ...energy...enthusiasm...body and mind   Formula for great health is made of of diet, exercise, attitude and mindset. Mental discipline can be considered a key ingredient of physical and mental health. Benefits: manage stress, anxiety, better energy, clarity, peace and self image and confidence. NOTE- water is a key ingredient of great physical health.   #2- Relationships- love, respect, admiration and closeness with other people in your life. Many areas of relationships...partner, family, friends, and partners... Take inventory often...build and maintain Key ingredients to improve your relationships...TIME and APPRECIATION (gratitude) NOTE- learn to prioritize this type of wealth and VIEW it as a true asset in life...will influence other areas.   #3- Money Wealth- accumulation of assets, security and lifestyle Most people don't track...this is key to accomplishing anything. What are your numbers? What do you want? What are you trying to accomplish in life, business and lifestyle? 4 Critical Areas or Steps to Accumulating and Appreciating Money Wealth 1- Attitude- abundance, value, investment v expense, gratitude 2- Protection #- emergency cash to cover your needs for 1-2 years 3- Independence #- enough cash or investments to cover your needs without active income (but don't stop active) 4- Freedom #- enough cash or investments to cover your "wants" and lifestyle   NOTE- Money is a result...of mindset, activity, strategy and focus. Money is a tool not a destination. Money is simple but requires discipline and consistency. Learn to budget, track, focus and value the money you have. How you do anything is how you do everything...   thanks for listening today.  see you tomorrow. George Wright III Visit jointheevolution.com for more ways we can work together.

Let's Talk about Wealth...What and How do you define TRUE Wealth?   Examples of Wealth categories: Health, Relationships, Time, Family, Knowledge, Money, Assets, etc.   3 most Important Types of Wealth: 1- Health 2- Relationships 3- Finances   Note- truly determine what factors are important to you in each...   #1- Health- state of high energy and enthusiasm Health is the corner stone of wealth that affects all other wealth categories. Several parts....not just physical.... ...energy...enthusiasm...body and mind   Formula for great health is made of of diet, exercise, attitude and mindset. Mental discipline can be considered a key ingredient of physical and mental health. Benefits: manage stress, anxiety, better energy, clarity, peace and self image and confidence. NOTE- water is a key ingredient of great physical health.   #2- Relationships- love, respect, admiration and closeness with other people in your life. Many areas of relationships...partner, family, friends, and partners... Take inventory often...build and maintain Key ingredients to improve your relationships...TIME and APPRECIATION (gratitude) NOTE- learn to prioritize this type of wealth and VIEW it as a true asset in life...will influence other areas.   #3- Money Wealth- accumulation of assets, security and lifestyle Most people don't track...this is key to accomplishing anything. What are your numbers? What do you want? What are you trying to accomplish in life, business and lifestyle? 4 Critical Areas or Steps to Accumulating and Appreciating Money Wealth 1- Attitude- abundance, value, investment v expense, gratitude 2- Protection #- emergency cash to cover your needs for 1-2 years 3- Independence #- enough cash or investments to cover your needs without active income (but don't stop active) 4- Freedom #- enough cash or investments to cover your "wants" and lifestyle   NOTE- Money is a result...of mindset, activity, strategy and focus. Money is a tool not a destination. Money is simple but requires discipline and consistency. Learn to budget, track, focus and value the money you have. How you do anything is how you do everything...   thanks for listening today.  see you tomorrow. George Wright III Visit jointheevolution.com for more ways we can work together.

When we think of self-care, vacation and a day at the spa may come to mind. While these activities certainly soothe our bodies, what can we do to soothe the mind and soul? Do you struggle to take the time to process difficult emotions? In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to allow our inner thought life to fall to the wayside, eventually leading to burnout and despair.  Janice McWilliams is a therapist, spiritual director, writer and speaker. As a ministry leader with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, she taught ministry skills addressing the value of life-balance. As she moved into spiritual direction and therapy, she began to consider the critical aspects of self-care so people in ministry can maintain their mental health and thrive. She shares how taking control of her thoughts and emotions has substantially improved her quality of life.  Janice's book, Restore My Soul, explores the four critical areas of self-care to help us bring our full emotional self to our relationship with God. This authenticity and mindfulness helps us to mitigate stress and establish a healthy, fulfilling rhythm.    Go to www.hormonesoupresource.com to download Janice's 50 Self-Care Ideas. SUPPORT His Heartbeat through Crown of Beauty Internationalhttps://www.crownofbeautyinternational.com/donateCONNECT with His Heartbeat and Crown of Beauty InternationalWebsite// Facebook//InstagramEmail: crownofbeautyinternational@gmail.comConnect with Sue Corl's Instagram//Facebook// WebsitePurchase Sue's Transformational Bible Studies and Devotionals on Amazon!Sue Corl's best-selling books: Crown of Beauty Bible Study, Broken But Undefeated  Janice McWilliams Website Crown of Beauty International: EMPOWERING WOMEN AROUND THE WORLD WITH GOD'S TRUTH!

The national security expert addresses her immense background; open border deniers are changing their tune; border states' longtime burden; destructive factions illegally assaulting our border; Communist China's warfare tactics waged against us; worldview ideologies insidiously assaulting Constitutional/Judeo-Christian America; a predicted rise of American patriots; taking the China threat seriously; getting involved to stop the lunacy. […] The post Is America On The Brink? Clare Lopez Identifies Several Critical Areas Of Concern appeared first on Radio Influence.

The national security expert addresses her immense background; open border deniers are changing their tune; border states' longtime burden; destructive factions illegally assaulting our border; Communist China's warfare tactics waged against us; worldview ideologies insidiously assaulting Constitutional/Judeo-Christian America; a predicted rise of American patriots; taking the China threat seriously; getting involved to stop the lunacy. […] The post Is America On The Brink? Clare Lopez Identifies Several Critical Areas Of Concern appeared first on Radio Influence.

Explore the path to a secure financial future with our Retirement Planning insights! Delve into the realms of Income Planning, designed to provide lifelong expense coverage. Discover Investment Planning strategies that align with your goals, control volatility, and optimize portfolios. Gain clarity in Tax Planning to minimize liabilities and enhance efficiency. Our Health Care Planning addresses the intricacies of Medicare and Long-Term Care to handle rising healthcare costs. Join us on a thoughtful journey into Legacy Planning, ensuring a smooth transition of your assets. Subscribe for informed financial insights and a step-by-step approach to retirement considerations.   #retirementplanning #financialwisdom #legacyplanning #informed  

You might think that you lack financial savvy and are doomed to make money mistakes. But even people who are good with money can slip up sometimes. One of the tricky things about poor financial choices is that they often go unnoticed or unacknowledged by the person who makes them. It might take a long time for them to realize the consequences of their actions, if they ever do. But when a bad financial choice crosses the line into something unethical or illegal, the stakes are much higher. It's not just a money mistake anymore. It's a life-altering decision that can have serious repercussions.A podcast that blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them.Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT-I™, has helped people make better money decisions by integrating financial planning. He blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them and shares them on his financial therapy podcast.

1 Corinthians 15:1-4 ESV1 Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain. 3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures, • • •Romans 10:9 ESV9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. • • •Romans 6:4 ESV4 We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. • • •“The wrong things we do separate us from God. Messiah Jesus died, taking our punishment, and rose again proving He is God. Trust in Him.” • • •First ImportanceThey Received It (mind and heart)The Stand In It (will)They Are Saved By It • • •2 Timothy 3:16-17 ESV16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. • • •Sermon Points:The GospelThe Word of GodRelationships • • •John 15:13 ESV13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. • • •1 Peter 5:7 ESV7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. • • •1 Corinthians 12:24-27 ESV24 which our more presentable parts do not require. But God has so composed the body, giving greater honor to the part that lacked it, 25 that there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another. 26 If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together. 27 Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it. • • •Romans 12:4-5 ESV4 For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, 5 so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. • • •Application:How can we encourage, strengthen and model interdependence in our mission to share the Gospel?

Welcome to the Rialto Marketing podcast. Today's episode is a revenue acceleration series interview where we talk to seven figure B2B professional service firm owners that are actively trying to grow their business and get to the next level. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly so that you can learn from their experience.

In this episode, Travis explores how the Dolphins can improve in short-yardage, taking the football away on defense and a variety of options from a defensive standpoint, via their offseason moves. Plus, more tape talk on the 2023 draft class and Cam Smith, Devon Achane, Elijah Higgins and Ryan Haynes, and the word on the street about the Fins draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Brian discusses the three critical areas that you must set goals if you want to be the best version of you in 2023. Brian Cain, MPM, the World's leader in Mental Performance Coaching brings you practical tips, techniques, stories, strategies, meditations and motivations every day that you can use to close the gap from where you are to where you want to be with The Mental Performance Daily Podcast.   Have a question you'd like Brian to answer on a future Mental Performance Daily episode? Click here to submit your question. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review for a chance to win a FREE 1-1 coaching session with Brian each month and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak  Be sure to join Brian's email list at BrianCain.com/join so that you can stay updated and in the know when it comes to mental performance training and opportunities to work with Brian. If you are a coach looking to master mental performance coaching, the missing link in your clients and athletes performance, join Brian's MPM Coaches Insiders List and receive his best strategies for coaching mental performance and save $200 off his MPM Certification Course when it opens in May and November. Are you a coach? Join Brian's FREE 3 Day Mini Course on Coaching Mental Performance Are you an athlete? Join Brian's  FREE 3 Day Mini Course on Mental Performance for Athletes Are you a golfer or golf coach? Join Brian's  FREE Golf Masterclass Are you a baseball player or coach? join Brian's FREE Baseball Masterclass

Every year we have the opportunity to invest our time and attention into many different things. In a coffee shop it can be overwhelming and toward the end of the year we tend to look back and determine way to improve how we invest our time and attention for a better result.  In today's Shift Break we will be discussing a few very important and foundational areas where, if you consistently focus your energy with intention, you will find massive return for your customer's, your staff's, and your own happiness and well being.  Related episodes to listen to next:   Shift Break: Working Clean Fix the Small Stuff! : Management, Morale, Coffee Bar Culture 067 : 6 Truths About Power : The Responsible Approach to Power Dynamics in the Cafe Feedback Culture : Making feedback a part of what you do not just something you sometimes do 165 : The Art of Deep Listening w/ Oscar Trimboli Being the Point of Clarity  248 : The 5 Elements of Resourcing your Team   Visit our Sponsors!!! The best espresso machines in the world! www.lamarzoccousa.com   Custom branded mobile apps for your shop! www.espressly.co   Subscribe to KTTS Follow on IG @KEYSTOTHESHOP

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2022.12.15.520260v1?rss=1 Authors: Mana, L., Vila-Vidal, M., Kockeritz, C., Aquino, K., Fornito, A., Kringelbach, M. L., Deco, G. Abstract: Schizophrenia is a debilitating neuropsychiatric disorder whose underlying correlates remain unclear despite decades of neuroimaging investigation. One contentious topic concerns the role of global signal fluctuations and how they affect more focal functional changes. Moreover, it has been difficult to pinpoint causal mechanisms of circuit disruption. Here we analysed resting-state fMRI data from 47 schizophrenia patients and 118 age-matched healthy controls and used dynamical analyses to investigate how global fluctuations and other functional metastable states are affected by this disorder. We then used in-silico perturbation of a whole-brain model to identify critical areas involved in the disease. We found that brain dynamics in the schizophrenic group were characterised by an increased probability of globally coherent states and reduced recurrence of a substate dominated by coupled activity in the default mode and limbic networks. Perturbing a set of temporoparietal sensory and associative areas in a model of the healthy brain reproduced global pathological dynamics. Healthy brain dynamics were instead restored by perturbing a set of medial fronto-temporal and cingulate regions in the model of pathology. These results highlight the relevance of global signal alterations in schizophrenia and identify a set of vulnerable areas involved in determining a shift in brain state. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

Jim Brown is the Senior Pastor of Grace Community Church in Goshen, Indiana, better known as "The Man Church." He's also the founder and creator of Fight Club. Jim started FIGHT CLUB back in 2011. Fight Club is a men's discipleship and leadership development program specially designed for the local church. You contact Jim by visiting his website at http://www.FightClub414.com or http://www.gracecommunity-church.com and also on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fightclub414  -------------------   If you want to help us transform the lives of even MORE MEN for God's glory, please take a minute to leave us a helpful REVIEW on iTunes: http://www.rmcpodcast.com and SHARE this podcast with any young man (or men) you're mentoring or discipling. And make sure you don't miss an interview episode by signing up for our Man-to-Man eNewsletter at http://www.RealMenConnect.com, and grab your FREE copy of the Real Men Victory Tracker.  Are you stuck? Want to go to the next level in your marriage, career, business, or ministry?  Then maybe it's time you got a coach. ALL CHAMPIONS have one. Let me coach you to help you strengthen your faith, improve your marriage, spiritually lead your family, achieve more, balance your time, grow your ministry, or even stop an addiction. Click here for details: http://www.RMCfree.com   Also join us on: Join the Real Men 300: http://www.RealMen300.com Facebook Group: http://www.realmenuniversity.com/ YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com Facebook: @realdrjoemartin Instagram: @realdrjoemartin Twitter: @professormartin

How often do you track your business' finances? Do you know what your numbers are telling you? As a business owner, it's essential to understand your numbers and what they imply.In this episode, Christina shares her tips and insights on creating a robust financial statement that will attract investors and lenders. She explores the connections between the three financial reports that every business founder has to make and provides tips on how to make them.If you want to learn how to improve a business's legal aspect toward sustainability, this episode is for you!3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Understand the connection between transactions and the three financial reports.Learn how to create a robust financial statement.  Find out what investors and lenders are looking for — and resolve any cash flow issues that might drive them away. Episode Highlights[11:58] Christina's Background [14:58] The Importance of Historical Data [18:37] The Key Components of an Income Statement[22:24] Why Investors Look at Balance Sheets[27:11] Creating a Robust Financial Statement[30:10] Connecting the Numbers[37:38] What Lenders Look For[42:47] Christina's Tips[46:13] Critical Areas of Cash Flow[50:27] Tracking Your Cash Flow[55:09] Top Takeaways From the EpisodeEnjoyed This Podcast?Write a review and share this with your friends.Connect With The TeamReady to transform your purpose into an impactful business financial story, profit, and joy? Schedule a chat with the Profit Reimagined™ Team at any time.

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If you own and operate your own business and have been doing so for a while, you may have at one point, or on an ongoing basis, experienced the feeling of overwhelm. Being in the space of feeling overwhelmed is typical if your business is growing. However, you may not be able to pinpoint exactly what's causing you to feel overwhelmed. You can do a lot of things in your business each day, so it can be difficult to determine what the culprit is that's causing you angst. If this is you, then know that you're not alone. In this episode, I will share with you two areas of your business that are most likely causing your overwhelm and what you can do about it. Today on the Unbottleneck Your Business Podcast:The two most common areas of business that can cause overwhelmWhy these areas cause overwhelm How you can manage each of these areasResources:Visit www.teamdelegate.com/downloads for tools and additional information to help you on your delegation journey.Leave us a review!If you've been enjoying the show, let us know by leaving a review. We'd love to hear from you and how the episodes have helped you in your business. Visit Apple Podcasts to post your review.

The Department of Veterans Affairs' Office of Healthcare Equity is using the agency's increasingly sophisticated data interoperability and analytics capacities to better address key areas of health care disparity. Executive Director of the Office of Health Equity Dr. Ernest Moy breaks down how VA is leveraging its increasingly modernized health IT system to identify and bridge critical care gaps and improve delivery across both geographic and demographic lines.

Bitcoin has taken a massive leg up, and Altcoins are following suite. The question most are wondering is if it's a real pump? With investors suffering from PTSD many may be skeptical about this move. Sheldon takes to the charts to see if the macro picture is changing. If so, then what are the next most important levels to watch and at what point do you consider an entry? Join live to find out all this and more.

Let's Talk about Wealth...What and How do you define TRUE Wealth?   Examples of Wealth categories: Health, Relationships, Time, Family, Knowledge, Money, Assets, etc.   3 most Important Types of Wealth: 1- Health 2- Relationships 3- Finances   Note- truly determine what factors are important to you in each...   #1- Health- state of high energy and enthusiasm Health is the corner stone of wealth that affects all other wealth categories. Several parts....not just physical.... ...energy...enthusiasm...body and mind   Formula for great health is made of of diet, exercise, attitude and mindset. Mental discipline can be considered a key ingredient of physical and mental health. Benefits: manage stress, anxiety, better energy, clarity, peace and self image and confidence. NOTE- water is a key ingredient of great physical health.   #2- Relationships- love, respect, admiration and closeness with other people in your life. Many areas of relationships...partner, family, friends, and partners... Take inventory often...build and maintain Key ingredients to improve your relationships...TIME and APPRECIATION (gratitude) NOTE- learn to prioritize this type of wealth and VIEW it as a true asset in life...will influence other areas.   #3- Money Wealth- accumulation of assets, security and lifestyle Most people don't track...this is key to accomplishing anything. What are your numbers? What do you want? What are you trying to accomplish in life, business and lifestyle? 4 Critical Areas or Steps to Accumulating and Appreciating Money Wealth 1- Attitude- abundance, value, investment v expense, gratitude 2- Protection #- emergency cash to cover your needs for 1-2 years 3- Independence #- enough cash or investments to cover your needs without active income (but don't stop active) 4- Freedom #- enough cash or investments to cover your "wants" and lifestyle   NOTE- Money is a result...of mindset, activity, strategy and focus. Money is a tool not a destination. Money is simple but requires discipline and consistency. Learn to budget, track, focus and value the money you have. How you do anything is how you do everything...   thanks for listening today.  see you tomorrow. George Wright III                

Let's Talk about Wealth...What and How do you define TRUE Wealth?   Examples of Wealth categories: Health, Relationships, Time, Family, Knowledge, Money, Assets, etc.   3 most Important Types of Wealth: 1- Health 2- Relationships 3- Finances   Note- truly determine what factors are important to you in each...   #1- Health- state of high energy and enthusiasm Health is the corner stone of wealth that affects all other wealth categories. Several parts....not just physical.... ...energy...enthusiasm...body and mind   Formula for great health is made of of diet, exercise, attitude and mindset. Mental discipline can be considered a key ingredient of physical and mental health. Benefits: manage stress, anxiety, better energy, clarity, peace and self image and confidence. NOTE- water is a key ingredient of great physical health.   #2- Relationships- love, respect, admiration and closeness with other people in your life. Many areas of relationships...partner, family, friends, and partners... Take inventory often...build and maintain Key ingredients to improve your relationships...TIME and APPRECIATION (gratitude) NOTE- learn to prioritize this type of wealth and VIEW it as a true asset in life...will influence other areas.   #3- Money Wealth- accumulation of assets, security and lifestyle Most people don't track...this is key to accomplishing anything. What are your numbers? What do you want? What are you trying to accomplish in life, business and lifestyle? 4 Critical Areas or Steps to Accumulating and Appreciating Money Wealth 1- Attitude- abundance, value, investment v expense, gratitude 2- Protection #- emergency cash to cover your needs for 1-2 years 3- Independence #- enough cash or investments to cover your needs without active income (but don't stop active) 4- Freedom #- enough cash or investments to cover your "wants" and lifestyle   NOTE- Money is a result...of mindset, activity, strategy and focus. Money is a tool not a destination. Money is simple but requires discipline and consistency. Learn to budget, track, focus and value the money you have. How you do anything is how you do everything...   thanks for listening today.  see you tomorrow. George Wright III                

Episode 5. In today's interview, prominent accounting influencer Randy Johnston brings 45 years of experience to share the critical areas for accounting firms and CPAs in the coming year. Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston, MCS has been a top-rated speaker in the technology industry for over 40 years. Inducted into the Accounting Hall of Fame in 2011, Randy is listed as a Top 25 Thought Leader in Accounting from 2011-2021. His influence throughout the accounting profession is highlighted once again this year by being a recipient of the 2021 Accounting Today Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting award for the eighteenth consecutive year. Among his many other awards, he holds the honor of being one of nine technology stars in the U.S. by Accounting Technology Magazine. Randy writes a monthly column for The CPA Practice Advisor, features for the Journal of Accountancy, and creates articles for both accounting and technology publications, as well as being the author of numerous books. He has started and owns multiple businesses, including K2 Enterprises in Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group, Inc. in Hutchinson, Kansas. NMGI has supported CPA firms for 30+ years and is the largest managed service provider serving the CPA profession in North America. Key takeaways from this episode include: ✓ why it's impossible now to separate accountancy from technology, and what this means for the profession ✓ why 2021 wasn't a stellar year for accounting, and that's not just because of the Covid pandemic ✓ how the contingency approach to running CPA firms is hindering growth and innovation in accounting ✓ why best practice is no longer easy to define for accountants ✓ how the sheer pace of change in technology has made it difficult for accountants to stay ahead of the game ✓ the two most critical areas for the accountancy profession that must be addressed in 2022 ✓ the conflicts arising from a lack of objectivity and independence within the software and fintech world serving accountants ✓ how advisory services are now catching on for accountants to their clients but a lack of expertise still holds them back ✓ the key difference between education and training for accountants that makes them more reactive and narrow in their focus ✓ what separates the good accounting firms/accountants from the great ones ✓ comparing the backward-looking compliance approach with a more proactive approach of an advisory, whole of client approach ✓ why client focus should always be a priority for accountants and CPAs, but why some have taken their eyes off their clients ✓ what made Randy's two favorite words/phrases in 2021 for accounting and fintech were 'client experience' and 'collaboration' ✓ the single biggest reason accounting professionals lose their client focus and become more internally than externally oriented ✓ the main reason accountancy practices get client experience wrong (hint - it's to do with leadership and culture) ✓ simple ideas to help accountants be more proactive, anticipatory and responsive with their clients ✓ where valuable commercial acumen and business awareness can come from for accountants and CPAs ✓ the two reasons why accountants fall short with their current clients that make those clients open to being poached by other professionals ✓ the two biggest challenges accounting firms face if they want to grow next year ✓ how accountants and CPAs can quickly decide their priorities to be more client and team focused ✓ 3 valuable pieces of advice for accounting leaders going into a new year and a new season When not working, Randy, his wife and four children enjoy many experiences together, including theatre, music, travel, golf, skiing, snorkeling, and model trains. His experience as a college instructor, management and technology consultant, and advisor to the profession will be evident to you in today's interview. Contact Randy here: randy@k2e.com or randyj@nmgi.com Websites...

Season 2 Episode 1. To kick off a new year and a new season, on this week's Accounting Influencers Podcast: ➜ News: Martin explores the "Impact of Covid on the Accounting & Fintech World." ➜ Special Guest Interview: "Martin Bissett on Accounting Generations, Changes & Predictions." ➜ Here's What Works: Martin offers practical advice and tips for accounting practitioners on "Here's What Works In Not Giving Away Your Knowledge for Free." ➜ Expert Interview: Rob talks to an accounting software legend on "Critical Areas for Accountants in 2022 with Randy Johnston." For full shownotes on these segments, check out the stand-alone episodes coming out this week and outlined on the days below. NOTE TO LISTENERS: The Accounting Influencers Podcast is a daily radio-style show with four segments coming out every Monday which are repeated on the other 4 weekdays as standalone episodes, plus a bonus 'from the client's perspective' episode on Saturdays . On Sundays, listeners get a short min trailer for the coming week's episodes. Every Tuesday the show gives you a relevant news topic from the accounting and fintech world with a direct application to accountants, CPAs and bookkeepers. Great to stay informed and build your commercial acumen. Every Wednesday and Friday, we feature an uncut interview with top authors, leaders, thinkers and performers in the accounting and fintech world. Every Thursday the show gives you a practical 'here's what works' tips concerning a key challenge, need or strategy for accountants, CPAs and bookkeepers. Great to stay current and keep your skills topped up. Finally, every Saturday gives listeners a bonus episode which focuses on the buyers of accounting services - the clients themselves. In particular how they feel, react to and experience their interactions with accountants. That includes why they buy or don't buy, why they move or stay and why they think how they think about you, your firm, your prices and your offerings. Martin and Rob love to hear from the show's 18000+ unique listeners in 144 countries around the world. If you like the show, leave a review wherever you listen, and please recommend the show to your friends and colleagues.

Trailer - coming up this week on the daily radio-show style Accounting Influencers Podcast with Martin Bissett & Rob Brown: ➜ Monday: hear the full show with the best bits of accounting/fintech news, two expert interviews and practical tips for accounting professionals in the 'here's what works' segment. ➜ Tuesday: News - Martin explores the "Impact of Covid on the Accounting & Fintech World." ➜ Wednesday: "Martin Bissett on Accounting Generations, Changes & Predictions." ➜ Thursday: Martin offers practical advice and tips for accounting practitioners on "Here's What Works In Not Giving Away Your Knowledge for Free." ➜ Friday: Special Interview - "Critical Areas for Accountants in 2022 with Randy Johnston." ➜ Saturday: Bonus new series from the accounting client's perspective, starting this week with "Why Didn't They Buy Part 1 - Talking to the Wrong Person?" ➜ Sunday: Short trailer for next week's episodes - a teaser of what's coming up on the show. NOTE TO LISTENERS: The Accounting Influencers Podcast is a daily radio-style show with four segments coming out every Monday which are repeated on the other 4 weekdays as standalone episodes, plus a bonus 'from the client's perspective' episode on Saturdays . On Sundays, listeners get a short min trailer for the coming week's episodes. Every Tuesday the show gives you a relevant news topic from the accounting and fintech world with a direct application to accountants, CPAs and bookkeepers. Great to stay informed and build your commercial acumen. Every Wednesday and Friday, we feature an uncut interview with top authors, leaders, thinkers and performers in the accounting and fintech world. Every Thursday the show gives you a practical 'here's what works' tips concerning a key challenge, need or strategy for accountants, CPAs and bookkeepers. Great to stay current and keep your skills topped up. Finally, every Saturday gives listeners a bonus episode which focuses on the buyers of accounting services - the clients themselves. In particular how they feel, react to and experience their interactions with accountants. That includes why they buy or don't buy, why they move or stay and why they think how they think about you, your firm, your prices and your offerings. Martin and Rob love to hear from the show's 18000+ unique listeners in 144 countries around the world. If you like the show, leave a review wherever you listen, and please recommend the show to your friends and colleagues.

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On this weeks episode we talk about the 7 critical areas you should be keeping your eye on consistently in your life. These areas will be mentioned in my upcoming book. Listeners will gain fresh and exclusive insight as I unpack this thought. Don't miss this episode, it will help create the foundation for your life long development plan. That's something worth getting excited over, at least I think so!

Most podiatrists understand the fundamental marketing concepts needed to attract a consistent flow of new patients to their podiatry businesses. Still, when it comes to marketing their business to attract new talent and team members, they often fall short.   My guest Sam Harrop will cover eleven critical areas of your podiatry business that need your attention if you want to become an employer of choice and have potential team members chasing you instead of the other way around.  Sam is the author of ‘Getting Stuff Done' and ‘Small Business Big Exit'. He is also the Business Maximiser Programme founder, a coaching program designed for ambitious tradie business owners. He helps them to maximise sales, productivity, and cash flow.  In this episode, we discuss:  Q: What is the purpose of a business? A: It's a vehicle to achieve your personal goals. What is your brand as an employer? You are effectively marketing yourself as an employer of choice so you can attract people. Is your podiatry business first-class, business, premium, economy and freight? Why paying podiatrists more money is not the answer.  "Paying podiatrist more money is like a sugar hit; it's only short-lived".  Three parts of the employment triangle The promise of the job How you articulate it Do you believe it Why using words such as Innovative, Friendly, Family Business in your job ads are no good.   Why would somebody work for you? Do you know your ideal candidate? Are they a good fit? 11 Critical Areas of Your Business (PART-1) Remuneration Job Clarity Access to tools, software, materials and equipment Workplace environment Communication "Gossip thrives when there's a lack of communication." *** STAY TUNED FOR PART-2 NEXT WEEK ***  If you have any questions about this episode, one-on-one coaching or any of my group coaching programs, please send me an email at tf@tysonfranklin.com, and we can arrange a quick ZOOM call.  Competitive Advantage If you're looking for a Competitive Advantage over other podiatrists in your area, please visit my EVENTS PAGE, and consider joining my next group coaching program, the 12-Week Podiatry Business Reboot or join the Podiatry Business Owners Club on Facebook. 

Whether you call it case management, direct service work, care coordination, or whole-person advocacy, the life changing work you do with survivors should be as effective as possible. Not because you “think” it is, but because you use best practices. Listen to this episode to better understand the three fears direct service workers have in working with survivors of human trafficking. Also listen to learn how effective case managers assess those ten critical areas that are common issues and needs of human trafficking survivors. 

In this week’s episode It’s a challenge facing most MSPs: how can you grow bigger… with a small team? Well, this special episode will definitely help Paul has an extended interview with an MSP owner who achieved huge success with a small team His fascinating journey has been broken down into 9 critical areas for you to focus on Show notes Out every Tuesday on your favourite podcast platform Presented by Paul Green, an MSP marketing expert Paul’s special guest was Luis Giraldo from N-able, talking about how he grew a very profitable MSP with limited staff Check out the Café con Luis webinar / podcast series The following books were mentioned: Built To Sell and Automatic Customer by John Warrillow, plus Start With Why by Simon Sinek and Value-Based Fees by Alan Weiss For more fascinating long-form interviews with leading figures in the channel, check out the Studio section of the new N-able website On May 4th Paul will be joined by Andrew Eardsley from MSP Easy Tools talking about some hidden security problems in Office 365 Please send any questions, ideally in audio-form (or any other feedback) to hello@paulgreensmspmarketing.com Episode transcription Luis Giraldo: Fresh every Tuesday for MSPs around the world. This is an MSP Marketing Podcast special. Paul Green: Hello, and welcome to a very special edition of the podcast. Now this week, we’re going to get rid of the usual format, because there’s someone fascinating that I want you to listen to for the next 20, 30 minutes or so. He’s someone that I’ve come to know fairly well over the last couple of weeks, because we’ve been spending what seems like a never ending series of video calls and interviews, and just sitting, talking to each other, even though he’s many, many thousands of miles away from me. Paul Green: So I’m going to introduce you to a guy who has built an MSP from scratch up to a 1.2 million pound business. And in fact, he did that just with himself and a tiny, tiny number of staff. He’s going to tell us today exactly how he did that and how you can take some of the mistakes that he made along the way and many of the things that he got right and turn them into useful things for your business. He’s also goin

In this week’s episode It’s a challenge facing most MSPs: how can you grow bigger… with a small team? Well, this special episode will definitely help Paul has an extended interview with an MSP owner who achieved huge success with a small team His fascinating journey has been broken down into 9 critical areas for you to focus on Show notes Out every Tuesday on your favourite podcast platform Presented by Paul Green, an MSP marketing expert Paul’s special guest was Luis Giraldo from N-able, talking about how he grew a very profitable MSP with limited staff Check out the Café con Luis webinar / podcast series The following books were mentioned: Built To Sell and Automatic Customer by John Warrillow, plus Start With Why by Simon Sinek and Value-Based Fees by Alan Weiss For more fascinating long-form interviews with leading figures in the channel, check out the Studio section of the new N-able website On May 4th Paul will be joined by Andrew Eardsley from MSP Easy Tools talking about some hidden security problems in Office 365 Please send any questions, ideally in audio-form (or any other feedback) to hello@paulgreensmspmarketing.com Episode transcription Luis Giraldo: Fresh every Tuesday for MSPs around the world. This is an MSP Marketing Podcast special. Paul Green: Hello, and welcome to a very special edition of the podcast. Now this week, we’re going to get rid of the usual format, because there’s someone fascinating that I want you to listen to for the next 20, 30 minutes or so. He’s someone that I’ve come to know fairly well over the last couple of weeks, because we’ve been spending what seems like a never ending series of video calls and interviews, and just sitting, talking to each other, even though he’s many, many thousands of miles away from me. Paul Green: So I’m going to introduce you to a guy who has built an MSP from scratch up to a 1.2 million pound business. And in fact, he did that just with himself and a tiny, tiny number of staff. He’s going to tell us today exactly how he did that and how you can take some of the mistakes that he made along the way and many of the things that he got right and turn them into useful things for your business. He’s also

While the COVID-19 pandemic has made this year especially difficult, it is not the only time of uncertainty--the future is always unknown. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve shares three key areas of focus to help your business thrive despite the uncertainty of the future: cash, throughput, and people. Steve explains what it means to have 90 days of cash, why it is crucial for success both in your business and personal finance, and how to obtain this cash. Despite gaining profit from projects, the time it takes to complete these projects has a huge impact on your organization's overall revenue. Investing in human capital can be difficult or even unappealing. However, Steve explains why the importance of training employees and creating a productive team, as well as how we can do that despite the current circumstances. By focusing on these three areas, your business can prosper both now and in the ever-uncertain future.How to Get the Most Out of Your Strategic Planning EffortsSupport the show (http://www.stevecoughran.com)

TSN’s Jamie McLennan says in the big picture he’s not worried about Brock Boeser but right now, he’s inconsistent & needs more urgency in critical areas & needs to get to the middle of the ice more.

Do you have an upcoming or are you living through a Merger or Acquisition of another companies Accounts Payable activity into yours?  My guest today Robert E Bendetti JR is a CPA and here to talk about what 3 critical areas you should be focusing on.Topics Covered:Learn what you should do first with their AP team before you start the merging processesLearn Working Capital strategies with the new and also your existing vendorsLearn how you can protect both companies before and after a Merger & Acquisition Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help cleaning your vendor master file or implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments.  Subscribe today to be entered in the subscriber-only monthly drawing to win a free Putting the AP in hAPpy Coffee Mug.   Links mentioned in the podcast:   Robert E Bendetti Jr, CPA:  Life Cycle Engineering:  https://wwww.LCE.com/  Global CFO Council:  https://www.globalcfocouncil.com/ LinkedIn Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbendetti/Blog Post Merger or Acquisition? 5 Steps to Merge Vendors into Your Vendor Master FileVendor Validation Reference List with Resources Links: www.debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-downloadGet ready for that AP Automation project with the  5 Day Vendor Master File Clean-Up.Prevent Fraudulent Payments.  Get Your Own Copy of the 3 Step Vendor Setup and Maintenance Process eGuide.More Podcasts/Blogs www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com #stayhappy #accountspayable #puttingtheapinhappypodcast #podcast #vendorsetup #fraud #suppliermasterfile #vendormasterfile #technology #rpa #acquisition #merger 

TSN's Jamie McLennan says for the Canucks, he'd like to see a little bit more desperation in critical areas. Jamie points to the Riley Nash game winning goal in Columbus, as there were three missed assignments before the puck even gets to the goaltender.

Jim Brown is the Senior Pastor of Grace Community Church in Goshen, Indiana, better known as "The Man Church." He's also the founder and creator of Fight Club. Jim started FIGHT CLUB back in 2011. Fight Club is a men's discipleship and leadership development program specially designed for the local church. You contact Jim by visiting his website at http://www.FightClub414.com or http://www.gracecommunity-church.com and also on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fightclub414  If you want to help us transform the lives of even MORE MEN for God’s glory, please take a minute to leave us a helpful REVIEW on iTunes: http://www.rmcpodcast.com and SHARE this podcast with any young man (or men) you’re mentoring or discipling. And make sure you don't miss an interview episode by signing up for our Man-to-Man eNewsletter at http://www.RealMenConnect.com, and grab your FREE copy Real Men 300 Victory Tracker. Are you stuck? Want to go to the next level in your marriage, career, business, or ministry?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. ALL CHAMPIONS have one. Let me coach you to help you strengthen your faith, improve your marriage, spiritually lead your family, achieve more, balance your time, grow your ministry, or even stop an addiction. Click here for details: www.CoachMeDrJoe.com  Also join us on: The Real Men 300: http://www.RealMen300.com  Download Our APP:  iPhone or Android Facebook Group: http://www.realmenuniversity.com/ Facebook: @realdrjoemartin Instagram: @realdrjoemartin Twitter: @professormartin

This week, SHP founders, Derek Gregoire, Matthew Peck CFP® CIMA®, and Keith Ellis will walk us through the SHP Retirement Road Map®. They will take us through the 5 critical steps: Income Planning, Investment Planning, Tax Planning, Health Care Planning, and Legacy Planning. These are very important areas to focus on when getting ready to retire. Now that we have entered a new year, it is important that you think about your retirement plan.

This week, SHP founders, Derek Gregoire and Keith Ellis, are going to take a deep dive and explain a couple of exciting upcoming SHP events. The first event will be the first round of the SHP University College Courses. This is a two night course, held on August 20th and 27th at Bridgewater State University. This course will go deep into the 5 critical areas of retirement planning. The second event will be the SHP High Net Worth - Tax Summit, on September 18th or 19th. If you have saved at least $1 million dollars or more, you are going to want to register for this event and find ways you can potentially save on taxes, while taxes are on sale.

Last week, we talked about the 4 critical areas in membership marketing to focus on. And I went in detail on the first two of these areas. This week I finish off this membership series with the third and fourth area to focus on in your membership. It's these final two areas where the big...

Can we share your review on the show? Leave one here! MEET JENI: Jeni is a marketing strategist and business coach for smart women who want to build a strong, profitable business that transforms the lives of their followers. Step by step, she shows them how to leverage connections with readers to develop services, transformational […] The post The Four Critical Areas to Focus Your Energy :: Jeni B of Biz Mavens {EP 97} appeared first on Declare.

Last week, we talked about different elements to include in your membership to make it stick. This week, I give you the 4 critical areas in membership marketing to focus on. Stick to these four areas and develop strategies to meet these objectives to give your membership group the best chance of success. (No more...

What is the development moratorium, why was it enacted, and how does it address growing concerns about the type of development happening on Bainbridge Island? In this podcast, BI Senior Planner Christy Carr and Planning Commissioner Jon Quitslund help clarify the issues. Beginning in January 2018, the Bainbridge Island City Council passed a series of ordinances establishing and clarifying a six-month moratorium on certain new developments. The moratorium was set to expire mid-summer but was extended on June 26 by an additional 90 days.   Listen here as BCB host Christina Hulet talks with long term islanders Christy and Jon  about the moratorium and several related topics, including the review process and design of subdivisions; the role of the Design Review Board and the Planning Commission; the Critical Areas and Landmark Tree ordinances; and the recommendations just delivered by the Affordable Housing Task Force. We also explore some of the criticisms associated with the moratorium and consider how best to hold the tension between development and preserving what we love about our island. For more information on the moratorium, visit the City's website at www.bainbridgewa.gov. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

What is the development moratorium, why was it enacted, and how does it address growing concerns about the type of development happening on Bainbridge Island? In this podcast, BI Senior Planner Christy Carr and Planning Commissioner Jon Quitslund help clarify the issues. Beginning in January 2018, the Bainbridge Island City Council passed a series of ordinances establishing and clarifying a six-month moratorium on certain new developments. The moratorium was set to expire mid-summer but was extended on June 26 by an additional 90 days.   Listen here as BCB host Christina Hulet talks with long term islanders Christy and Jon  about the moratorium and several related topics, including the review process and design of subdivisions; the role of the Design Review Board and the Planning Commission; the Critical Areas and Landmark Tree ordinances; and the recommendations just delivered by the Affordable Housing Task Force. We also explore some of the criticisms associated with the moratorium and consider how best to hold the tension between development and preserving what we love about our island. For more information on the moratorium, visit the City’s website at www.bainbridgewa.gov. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

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4 Things You Need To Do To Prepare For A Home Inspection If you have any question or comments be sure to reach out to us at www.SirAshley.com 1. Fix interior Problems 2. Prep the Exterior 3. Keep Utilities On & 4. Provide Access to Critical Areas

Jim Brown is the Senior Pastor of Grace Community Church in Goshen, Indiana, better known as "The Man Church." He's also the founder and creator of Fight Club. Jim started FIGHT CLUB back in 2011. Fight Club is a men's discipleship and leadership development program specially designed for the local church. You contact Jim by visiting his website at http://www.FightClub414.com or http://www.gracecommunity-church.com and also on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fightclub414  If you want to help us transform the lives of even MORE MEN for God’s glory, please take a minute to leave us a helpful REVIEW on iTunes: http://www.rmcpodcast.com and SHARE this podcast with any young man (or men) you’re mentoring or discipling. And make sure you don't miss an interview episode by signing up for our Man-to-Man eNewsletter at http://www.RealMenConnect.com, and grab your FREE copy of the Real Men Spiritual Leader Blueprint AND our Are You the Man ebook.  Are you stuck? Want to go to the next level in your marriage, career, business, or ministry?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. ALL CHAMPIONS have one. Let me coach you for the next 21-Days to help you strengthen your faith, improve your marriage, spiritually lead your family, achieve more, balance your time, grow your ministry, or even stop an addiction. Click here for details: www.CoachMeDrJoe.com  Also join us on: The Real Men 300: http://www.RealMen300.com  Download Our APP:  iPhone or Android Facebook Group: http://www.realmenuniversity.com/ Facebook: @realmenconnectnow Instagram: @joemartinspeaks Twitter: @professormartin

Do you know the difference between time management and energy management? If you’re a CPA, accountant or anyone that's entering their peak revenue season, this podcast is a must-listen. We have a number of tips and techniques on how to get the most energy out of ourselves and how to generate more energy when we need it. Greg Conderacci is an expert on energy management. He wrote Getting Up!: Supercharging Your Energy and rode his bicycle across the United States of America in 18 days averaging 150 miles a day. He really understands energy management. Greg believes that we should move away from those old time management techniques into a new and more productive method of managing our energy.   “We’re kinda missing the boat here in the 21st century by talking about time management time management time management when, really, I think this is the century of energy management.”   The emphasis on time management goes back a couple hundred years. When most people in the U.S. worked on farms, the day started when the sun came up and it ended when the sun went down. During the Industrial Revolution, there was a concerted effort to make people think of time laterally. People on assembly lines were taught to think of time in terms of minutes and hours. We are still victims to this time management mentality, especially in our education system.   Not a lot of people work on assembly lines anymore, so why do we still have that mentality?   We need to focus on where we add value – and we add value with our energy.   “If you look at people who are making fabulous amounts of money, they're making fabulous amounts of money because of the value that they're adding – not because of the time they’re spending.” The key is to focus on energy flows. None of us are at 100% peak all day long so you should take note of the times that you are most efficient and effective and schedule the most intellectually challenging work at those times. After that, Greg has two big suggestions for maximizing the amount of energy you have in those times: Get at least seven hours of sleep. Drink a lot of water.   Your energy is maximized when you have seven hours of good sleep (so don’t drink yourself to sleep!). On top of getting energy, your brain is also working while you’re asleep. You can literally solve problems in your sleep. There’s also value to the idea of a midday siesta, or an afternoon power nap. Most people are at their lowest energy between 2:00 and 4:00 in the afternoon, anyway. Sleep or rest will charge your batteries and make you more productive for the rest of the day. The last part of the equation are all of the energy suckers in your environment. We have technology, we have instant messaging, we have texting, we have constant interruptions and, if that's not enough, we’ll pull out our cell phones. Discipline will save your energy. “We're working on a scarce resource. We should manage our time carefully, there’s no question about that, but we keep thinking it's going to give us more time – it's not!” If you have energy and you are purposeful about using it on your most intellectually challenging work, then you can maximize productivity by doing less challenging tasks when you have less energy. Emails don’t need to be checked first thing in the morning. I greatly appreciate Greg coming on the show to share these extremely valuable tips for getting the most out of our energy. A lot of accountants are going to have a much better busy season if they put his advice into action.   Resources: Getting Up!: Supercharging Your Energy by Greg Conderacci Connect with Greg at MorePersonalEnergy.com Valuable articles for the busy season: “3 Critical Areas of Personal Well-Being During Busy Season” “Communication Will Matter This Season” “Manage Your Busy Season With a Dose of Humor” “Be the Leader Your Team Needs This Season” “Your Busy Season Sitcom”   Production & Development for Improv Is No Joke by Podcast Masters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Focus, focus, focus. It’s the key to sticking to the plan you built your business on. The problem is, most entrepreneurs are extremely creative and highly motivated, and as creative types, it often feels impossible to maintain focus when there are so many other exciting opportunities on the horizon! But single-mindedly sticking to your business’s original value proposition is so important if you want to see consistent growth. Today, Vinnie Fisher – lawyer, entrepreneur, and all-around smart-as-a-whip businessman – joins us to share insights on staying the course to prevent premature pivoting, and how to keep your business’s priorities in check. Tune in! In this episode, you will… Get Vinnie’s 6 Critical Areas to Run Your Business Learn to develop a vision and goal for your business Discover when to downsize, when to switch gears, and when to grow your team Realize how important the back-end metrics of your business are Understand how important it is to cultivate a team   “We’re not fix-up specialists; we’re start-up specialists.” – Vinnie Fisher CLICK TO TWEET

Your sales reps spend time on things every day that do not generate revenue. The solution? Sales process automation. When it comes to automation, you might be asking yourself, “Is there a problem?” and “Do we really need to automate this?” The answer is yes. In this episode, David Hood, CEO at VanillaSoft, unpacks three problem areas in your sales system and how to automate them.

I found out that we can point out at least 4 areas of life we have to be aware of. There are things we know about ourselves, and everybody else knows about us. That is called Obvious. That is our major habits, preferences, likes and dislikes, choice of music, etc...

From his posting in HBCU Lifestyle, Dr. Charlie Nelms discusses "HBCU Alignment: 5 Critical Areas that Need Adjustments" with our Host, Anthony Ray on The HBCU Nation Radio Show!

Back in Episode 65, we talked about Strategic Simple Living and shared a few great tools you can use to plan your simple living strategy. Specifically, we used the 4 Direction Ideation Tool of Looking Outward/Inward/Backward/Forward as lenses for developing your strategy. We shared how we used this tool when downsizing for trying to find the perfect area for us to live. But when we came to a decision point, we used a different framework for evaluating our final choice...and actually choosing where we're moving to. So, armed with all we learned from the 4 Direction Ideation Tool process, we did our final analysis through the lenses of the 4 major areas of our life: Home, Work, Community, and Self.  And yep, we're moving! We don't have a hard and fast timeline yet, but we actually put our money where our collective mouth is and bought a lot to build on! Read More... Topic:  4 Critical Areas You Need to Consider When Downsizing Background So there are 4 critical areas you need to consider when downsizing, moving, simplifying, or making any other major change in life if you want to achieve and maintain some kind of congruence. They are Home, Work, Community, and Self. I borrowed and tweaked some definitions for these from a course I took through Wharton taught by Stew Friedman. But the true key is that you need to define these areas for yourself. What works for you might be completely different from what works for us and that’s fine. Again, the goal is to achieve some congruity between these areas and create what Dr Friedman calls “4 Way Wins.” A 4 Way Win is an activity that has a positive impact on each of the four major areas of your life. Again, those are Home, Work, Community, and Self. Example Continuing on with our example of looking for the ideal place for us to live, you can listen in to the episode and hear how we looked at those 4 critical life areas and how they impacted our downsizing efforts and our simplicity journey. So the big announcement for us is that we're moving to East Aurora, New York. Yeah...we know...we're the family that is actually moving TO the Buffalo, NY area! But we know exactly what we're getting into! I'm from Buffalo and it'll be great to get back there after 31 years away, and living all over the world. And the little village of East Aurora embodies so much of what we're looking for in a small town community. If you listen back to Episode 65 you'll be amazed at what we said we were looking for, and what East Aurora has to offer. All except "mild winters," that is! "Anyhoos" (as Vanessa would say), here's a quick video of some of the history of East Aurora and it's influence on simplicity. You'll see right off why we're attracted to it! If you can’t see this video in your RSS reader or email, then click here. Four Areas So we've mentioned these four major life areas. Let’s address these one at a time. If you listen in to the show, you'll see how we used each of these to evaluate where we’re going to call home. The first area is Home. The home, or family, can include the people (or animals) you live with, your family of origin (parents, siblings, and others), or your family of creation (spouse, partner, significant other, children, and others). We include our physical home too. For us, we want that to be an outgrowth of our relationship with those close to us, and serve as a setting for interaction with them. The second area is Work. Now, this could be different for everyone. For most people, this is your job... what you do for a living or, if you're between jobs, what you're aiming to do next. If you're in school, then consider school as part of your work domain. You can include here the wide array of things you do as part of your career. Then we have Community. Community can mean friends, neighbors, social groups, religious institutions, charitable activities, political committees, membership in nonprofit organizations,

Research shows that sleep is one of the most important factors in your overall health. The Harvard Womenâ??s Health Watch suggests six reasons to get enough sleep, among which are Learning & memory, Metabolism & weight, Safety, Mood, Cardiovascular health and even Disease. In this episode we talk about how sleep can affect these 6 areas and what you can do about it.

"It's a good idea to bring in outside consultants or coaches to get help with your blind spots." - Darin Persinger

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