Podcasts about Delegation

What if "work-life balance" is really a myth—and the real struggle is between what you have to do and what you want to do?In this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with Cherylanne Skolnicki, top-rated speaker, coach, and founder of Brilliant Balance, for an honest, eye-opening conversation that will challenge everything you think you know about balance. Cherylanne shares the story behind her transition from a successful corporate career at Procter & Gamble to her mission helping thousands of women worldwide "reengineer" their lives for greater fulfillment at work and at home—without losing themselves along the way.Key Highlights:Cherylanne reveals why the traditional view of work versus home life isn't the real source of imbalance (and what is).Learn the simple but powerful skills—like saying "no," delegating, and simplifying—that high achievers use to thrive in all areas of life.Discover the emotional barriers that stop us from prioritizing what matters most, and why courage (not another time management hack!) is the secret ingredient to change.Get the inside scoop on her transformative BRAVE program, which empowers women to take control one week—and one choice—at a time.On a lighter note, you'll find out Cherylanne's favorite movies, jams, and even her guilty pleasure food.If you're ready to drop the pressure of perfection and finally move toward a life you genuinely love, this episode is for you!Timestamped Overview:00:00 – Intro Announcer welcomes listeners and introduces Lou Diamond.00:29 – Lou Diamond introduces Cherylanne Skolnicki and her work.01:28 – Cherylanne Skolnicki shares her origin story, corporate life, and shift to helping women find balance.02:49 – How Brilliant Balance grew from personal curiosity to a global coaching platform.04:23 – The true source of imbalance: "have to do" vs "want to do."06:04 – High achievers, the skill set behind fulfillment, and learning to say "no."07:11 – Lou Diamond asks about Cherylanne's “greatest hit” concept; Cherylanne Skolnicki shares the aha moment and emotional realities.10:02 – Delegation, letting go, and stories of teamwork from podcast production.11:07 – The universal "gift" Cherylanne receives: lightbulb moments with audiences.11:38 – All about BRAVE—weekly action, courage, and women supporting women.13:17 – Where to find Cherylanne online and connect.14:20 – Fun Street: Cherylanne's favorite movies, foods, activities, and travel dreams.17:29 – Episode wrap-up, final thoughts, and how to keep thriving.Ready to rethink what “balance” really means? Press play, get inspired, and take your first BRAVE step!

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Send us a textAre You the Bottleneck in Your Own Business... Again?Every December, ambitious founders hit the same wall: doing too much, too late again. But what if your year-end chaos didn't start this month? What if it started in August with the delegation conversation you never had?In this episode, Dawn gets real about the real reason you're overwhelmed in December, and it's not your team, your calendar, or your perfectionism. It's your avoidance of feedback. She reveals how AI can help you fix it, and why the solution isn't better time management, it's braver leadership.This episode will punch you in the truth and then hand you the exact tool to finally break the cycle.Download The Feedback Fix. Give feedback that actually lands, no emotional spirals, no overthinking. This free guide will help you coach your team through the “not quite right” moments before they turn into a December disaster.Get it now and start leading like it's August even in December.Key Takeaways:Your burnout isn't a time issue. It's a feedback issue. The delegation you skipped in August is now biting you in December.You're not a perfectionist. You're avoiding conflict. Avoiding feedback conversations now leads to resentment and overwhelm later.AI exposes bottlenecks. It can draft briefs, gift lists, and emails,  but if only you can send them, you're the problem.Brave leadership starts with a single question: What conversation did I avoid in August that's costing me now?Your team doesn't need perfect. They need clarity. Build a delegation brief with AI to hand off better next year.Resources & LinksThe Feedback Fix – Free GuideAI for Founders Playbook – Toolkits & TemplatesRelated Episodes:112 | The 4‑Stage AI Process Female Founders Use to Stop Losing 10 Hours Each Week Answering Questions Their Team Should Own — builds on delegation, team autonomy, and reducing founder bottlenecks110 | 3 Custom GPTs That Save Female Founders 16 Hours a Week (+ Build Your First in 10 Minutes) — tactical time‑saving tools founders can build with AI.108 | 3 AI Systems That Help Female Founders Manage Time, Clients, and Business During the Holidays — complements the seasonal theme of your episode with AI systems for holiday productivity.Want to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Charlie Gaudet discuss:Moving beyond hard work toward sustainable growthEscaping the founder-centered business modelOutperforming talent using systems Protecting time as the highest-leverage asset Key Takeaways:Hard work eventually becomes a liability when it replaces strategy, systems, and recovery. Sustainable growth requires designing the business so it scales without destroying the founder's health or capacity.Businesses stall when the founder becomes the bottleneck for decisions, delivery, and growth. Long-term scale only happens when systems and teams replace heroic individual effort.Top performers win not because they work harder, but because their systems reduce variation and create consistency. Documented, measurable processes turn small improvements into repeatable, compounding gains.Return on Time matters more than effort, activity, or hours worked. Delegation, automation, and pricing strategy free leaders to focus on high-impact thinking instead of constant execution. "They have to look at ROT, which is return on time… Where are they spending the time, and how do they maximize their time?… Raise your rate… leverage AI… More and more attorneys are able to get more done in less time when they can leverage AI in the right way." —  Charlie Gaudet Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again. Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/ Thank you to our Sponsor!Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/ Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/ About Charlie Gaudet: Charlie Gaudet is the author of “The Predictable Profits Playbook: The 7- and 8-Figure CEOs' Guide to Generating Consistent and Sustainable Growth“ (voted #1 Book on Sales & Marketing by Indie Excellence) and host of The Beyond 7-Figures Podcast.The International Business Times called him “The Go-To Business Coach for 7- and 8-Figure Businesses” and perhaps the “busiest sales coach in the US.“GritDaily said Gaudet is: “regarded in entrepreneurial circles as one of the top coaches for helping entrepreneurs surpass the seven and eight-figure mark.”Yahoo Finance referred to him as: “The CEO Whisperer.”CEO Weekly said he was one of the top 10 “Innovative CEOs to Follow.”And he's listed at the top of several “Best Business Coach”  lists.He's been an entrepreneur since the age of 4, created his first multi-million dollar business at 24, and has helped others generate millions with his strategies.He's received numerous awards and recognition (including founding a company named as “One of the Best Seed Stage Companies” by Ernst & Young), received his Certificate of Leadership Development from The US Army War College and has his business advice featured around in the world – including Inc., Forbes, Salesforce, Success, Entrepreneur, and Fox Business – as well as on podcasts and radio.He was named one of American Genius's Top 50 Industry Influencers.He trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (two gold medal finishes) and is a 3-time wrestling state champion. He lives in Florida with his beautiful wife, three adorable kid-preneurs, and one badass dog. Connect with Charlie Gaudet:  Website: https://predictableprofits.com/  Connect with Steve Fretzin:LinkedIn: Steve FretzinTwitter: @stevefretzinInstagram: @fretzinsteveFacebook: Fretzin, Inc.Website: Fretzin.comEmail: Steve@Fretzin.comBook: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more!YouTube: Steve FretzinCall Steve directly at 847-602-6911 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

This episode is sponsored by DigiCoach. Make walkthroughs meaningful. Simplify your coaching culture. Visit digiCOACH.com and mention Darrin for special partner pricing.In Episode 252 of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin Peppard sits down with Scott Borba, superintendent–principal in California's Central Valley and author of The Leader You're Not. Together, they explore leadership identity, the cost of perfectionism, imposter syndrome, delegation, boundaries, and why sustainable leadership begins with self-awareness.This is a candid, reflective conversation for leaders at any stage — especially those feeling the weight of trying to do it all.Key Topics & TakeawaysWhy early-career leaders often fall into the “superhero” trapThe unique challenges of serving as both superintendent and principalHow COVID forced many leaders to confront identity, confidence, and callingThe importance of trusted mentors and leadership networksWhy perfectionism quietly fuels burnout and imposter syndromeHow delegation and asking better questions build leadership capacityThe cost of saying “yes” — and why boundaries are not selfishWhy leaders must stop comparing themselves to “Facebook leadership”The freedom that comes from knowing who you're not as a leaderWhy legacy matters most at home — where leaders are not replaceableMemorable Moments“Trying to be the perfect leader kept me from growing.”“Every yes comes with a cost.”“You're not replaceable at home — and that matters.”“Delegation isn't weakness; it's leadership.”About the Guest: Scott BorbaScott Borba is a superintendent–principal serving a small, rural school district in California's Central Valley. With over 20 years in school leadership, Scott is deeply committed to relational leadership, mentorship, and sustainability in the profession.He is the author of The Leader You're Not: Why It's Just as Important as the Leader You Are, a reflective exploration of leadership identity, self-awareness, and letting go of unrealistic expectations. Scott also teaches in a university administrator preparation program and leads a countywide leadership network focused on connection, growth, and reducing burnout.Resources & Links

Seit Wochen laufen Verhandlungen für ein Ende des Kriegs in der Ukraine. In Genf, Berlin und seit Samstag in Miami. US-Vertreter sprechen mit einer hochrangigen Delegation aus Russland. (00:00) Intro und Schlagzeilen (01:33) Ringen um Frieden in der Ukraine in Miami (03:18) Nachrichtenübersicht (08:15) Dekarbonisierung in der Schifffahrt (13:46) Forschungserfolg: Malaria-immune Mücke entwickelt (18:55) Dumpinglöhne im Orchestergraben (23:06) Im Lötschental soll es wieder aufwärts gehen

As the calendar flips toward a new year, Vinney (Smile) Chopra and Beau Eckstein sit down for a meaningful conversation about growth, scaling, and designing a better life through smarter business decisions. In this episode of The Vinney and Beau Show, they explore the idea of ELF Businesses — businesses that are Easy to run, Lucrative to own, and Fun to scale — and why this framework is especially powerful for busy professionals and investors.   The episode blends mindset with execution, covering topics such as:

Summary  In this episode, Gary Skelts navigates a real estate setback as one of his properties in Memphis catches fire. While many would see disaster, Gary highlights the importance of active involvement in business, viewing this challenge as a learning opportunity. Explore leadership, risk, and why passive income can't replace active engagement. This conversation is a must-listen for those invested in real estate or contemplating the realities of passive income.. Episode Highlights 00:00:40  Turning real estate headaches into opportunities.   00:02:20 - Active business vs passive real estate. 00:03:32 - Delegation and leadership lessons. 00:05:23 - Real estate as a storehouse of wealth. 00:07:19 - Hard assets and inflation. 00:09:02 - The role of a bookkeeper in real estate management. 00:11:11 - Learning from property management and insurance testing. 00:12:16 - Executing property management decisions wisely. 00:16:02 - Insights on handling property challenges. 00:18:21 - Learning from setbacks for future growth.   Episode Resources The podcast transcript does not provide any specific mentions of books, websites, or tools that can be linked. It mainly contains discussions about personal experiences, property management, and real estate investment strategies, but does not refer to specific resources by name or URL.   Keywords real estate   property management   passive income   investment strategy   financial independence   insurance claims   property maintenance   fire damage   rehabbing properties   leadership   bookkeeping   wealth storage   hard assets   inflation   income properties   real estate portfolio   turnkey properties   fire movement   rental income   property management challenges  

Go from marketing chaos to marketing confidence, book a call with our team to learn how.If your roofing marketing felt like a guessing game in 2025, this episode will give you clarity going into 2026.In this unscripted Roofing Marketing Q&A, Joseph Hughes breaks down how roofing companies should actually think about marketing strategy, budgets, channels, and growth—without chasing random tactics or copying what other roofers are doing.This conversation covers the real reasons roofing companies get stuck, how marketing priorities change as you grow, and what it takes to build a marketing engine you control instead of “spraying and praying” with ads, agencies, and lead vendors.If you're a roofing company owner who wants predictable leads, smarter spend, and long-term growth, this episode will help you reset your marketing approach.Key Takeaways✔️ The biggest bottlenecks preventing roofing companies from scaling✔️ Delegation vs abdication (and when structure actually hurts growth)✔️ How marketing strategy changes from $1M to $10M+ companies✔️ How much roofing companies should really spend on marketing✔️ Meta ads vs Google ads vs SEO — and when each makes sense✔️ Why storm-focused roofers must build a retail model✔️ The minimum tech stack for marketing and lead handling✔️ Why brand, visibility, and recruiting drive long-term growthChapters 00:00 Why Roofing Marketing Failed in 202501:27 The #1 Bottleneck Stopping Roofing Companies From Scaling05:23 Delegation Mistakes That Kill Momentum08:09 How Marketing Changes From $1M to $10M+12:19 How Contractor Dynamics Helps Roofers Build Real Strategy13:11 How Much Roofing Companies Should Spend on Marketing22:28 Insurance Changes & Why Retail Roofing Matters Now27:14 Meta Ads vs Google Ads vs SEO (What to Use First)39:05 The Minimum Tech Stack Every Roofer Needs49:45 Final Advice for Predictable Growth in 2026Connect with Contractor DynamicsWebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn#roofingcompany #roofingmarketing #contractordynamics #roofingbusiness #marketingstrategy #roofingcontractors #leadgeneration #businessgrowth #digitalmarketing #fivemilefamous

From getting laid off in 2015 to building a life completely on his own terms, Doug Cunnington has one hell of a story.In this episode of The Extreme Personal Finance Show, I get to sit down with Doug to talk about escaping the corporate machine, building an online business from scratch, stumbling into the FI community in Longmont, CO and redefining what “success” and “productivity” actually mean.We dig into:• How a layoff pushed Doug into entrepreneurship• The early days of online business, SEO wins, and huge mistakes• Why corporate jobs trap your identity• Delegation, control, sunk-cost bias, and the danger of chasing titles• Life after FI: slowing down, sleep, health, walking, cooking, guitars, and finding real hobbies• Why rest is productivity• The impossible guilt of “not being busy”• How Hallmark movies are the secret metaphor for Financial Independence (yes, really)• Why men over 40 desperately need real friendships and community• Building a life that feels good, not one that just looks good on LinkedInChris and Doug also riff on cooking, sous vide cooking, earplugs at concerts, band life, travel, health, and what they hope life looks like 20 years from now.If you've ever wondered what's actually waiting for you on the other side of FI, this episode goes way deeper than money.Contact Chris:https://heavymetal.money⁠https://www.facebook.com/MoneyHeavyMetal⁠https://x.com/MoneyHeavyMetal⁠https://www.instagram.com/chrisluger⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@heavymetalmoney⁠email: chris at heavymetal.moneyResources and Links:Mile Hi Fi Podcast⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MileHighFIPodcast⁠Pat Flynn ⁠https://www.smartpassiveincome.com⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@HomegrownHustle⁠⁠https://fourhourworkweek.com⁠⁠https://www.mrmoneymustache.com⁠Sleep Scores in iOS 26⁠https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/view-your-sleep-score-and-sleep-history-apded441a669/watchOS⁠⁠https://peterluger.com/pages/menus⁠⁠https://eargasm.com/⁠Hot Frosty⁠https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32359447/⁠A Clüsterfünke Christmas⁠https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14932820/⁠Lacey Chaberthttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000327/

"I think curiosity is very important. When you're curious about something, you listen." "You have to be at the forefront, not the back. You can't, hide behind and say, 'hey, you know, guys solve it', right?" "When they trust you, beautiful things happen."              "Ideas are welcome. You know, ideas are free. But it's got be data driven."  Tomo Kamiya is President Japan at PTC, a company known for parametric design and CAD-driven simulation that helps engineers model, test, and refine complex products digitally before manufacturing. He began his career in sales at Bosch, covering Kanagawa and Yamanashi with a highly autonomous, remote-work style that was ahead of its time, learning early that trust and relationship continuity—not brand alone—move outcomes in Japan. He later joined Dell during its disruptive growth era, moving from enterprise sales into marketing and broader regional responsibility, including supporting Korea marketing and later leading the server business, where his team hit number one market share in Japan. After a short consulting stint connected to Japan Telecom, he joined AMD to grow the business in Japan, then relocated to Singapore to run a broader South Asia remit and strategic customers. He subsequently led a wide Asia Pacific portfolio at D&M Holdings across multiple markets, navigating shifting consumer behaviour as subscription and streaming changed the fundamentals of product value. That experience led naturally into Adobe during its historic shift from perpetual software to subscription, where he led the Digital Media business in Japan (including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat) for almost a decade. Across this cross-industry arc, he has repeatedly adapted to business model change, regional cultural differences, and the practical realities of leading people in Japan—especially the need to listen deeply, build trust patiently, and step forward decisively when problems hit. Tomo Kamiya's leadership story is, at its core, a story about compressing complexity—first in products, then in organisations. At PTC, he sits at the intersection of engineering reality and digital abstraction: the ability to take something massive—a ship, an engine, an entire manufacturing system—and "frame" it into a screen so it can be simulated, stress-tested, and improved before any physical cost is incurred. That same instinct shows up in the way he talks about people and performance. In his earliest Bosch years, he learned that Japan's reliability culture does not eliminate the need for continuous trust-building; even a global brand can stall if the relationship energy disappears. His answer was to create value where the buyer's uncertainty lives—showing up, demonstrating, educating, and, as he put it, "sell myself," because credibility travels faster than product brochures. That bias for action stayed with him through Dell's high-velocity era, where "latest and the greatest" rewarded leaders who could anticipate market timing and organise teams around speed without losing discipline. Later, running regional remits outside Japan, he saw the contrast between Japan's "no defect" mindset and emerging markets that prioritised pace. Rather than treat one as right and the other as wrong, he learned to search for the productive middle ground: the discipline that prevents future failure, paired with the pragmatism that prevents paralysis. It is a useful lens for Japan, where uncertainty avoidance and consensus expectations can slow decisions unless the leader builds momentum through listening and clear intent. In his most practical leadership shift, an executive coach forced a hard look at his calendar: too much time on objectives, not enough time on people. The result was a deliberate reallocation toward one-on-ones, deeper listening, and clearer delegation—creating what amounts to a management operating system that improves decision speed because the leader knows what is really happening. He sees ideas as abundant but insists that investment requires decision intelligence: data points, ROI thinking, and a shared logic that gives teams confidence to commit. In Japan's consensus environment—where nemawashi and ringi-sho-style alignment often determine whether execution truly happens—his approach is to build trust through presence, make it safe for the "silent minority" to contribute, and then move decisively when critical moments arrive. Technology, including AI as a "co-pilot," can help leaders think through scenarios and prepare responses, but he remains clear that empathy and execution in the worst moments cannot be outsourced. The leadership standard, as he defines it, is simple and demanding: when things go south, step to the front. Q&A Summary What makes leadership in Japan unique? Leadership in Japan is shaped by trust-building, restraint, and the practical demands of consensus. Even when products are high quality and risk reduction is strong, outcomes often hinge on relationships and continuity. Japan's consensus culture—often expressed through nemawashi and ringi-sho-style alignment—means leaders must invest time in listening, building internal confidence, and demonstrating respect for the context that teams and customers protect. Why do global executives struggle? Global executives often arrive with a headquarters lens and try to "fix" what looks inefficient before understanding why it exists. When they change processes or people without learning the customer rationale, they trigger resistance and lose credibility. The gap is not intelligence; it is context. Japan requires deliberate time in the market and inside the organisation to decode what is really being optimised—often customer trust, stability, and long-term reliability. Is Japan truly risk-averse? Japan can appear risk-averse, but much of the behaviour is better described as uncertainty avoidance. The goal is to reduce surprises and protect relationships, not to avoid progress. Kamiya's early sales experience shows that buyers will pay for reliability when the cost of failure is high. The leadership challenge is to move forward while lowering uncertainty—through data, clear rationale, and predictable communication—rather than forcing speed without alignment. What leadership style actually works? The style that works is visible, empathetic, and action-oriented. Trust grows when leaders walk the floor, create everyday touchpoints, and listen in detail—especially because many Japanese employees will not speak up easily. At the same time, Kamiya argues that in critical moments—big decisions, business model shifts, major complaints—the leader must be "at the forefront," not hiding behind delegation. Delegation matters, but stepping forward in the hardest moments is what earns trust. How can technology help? Technology helps leaders compress complexity and make better decisions. In product terms, simulation and digital-twin style approaches reduce risk by testing before manufacturing. In leadership terms, data-driven thinking improves idea selection, investment confidence, and ROI clarity. AI can function as a co-pilot for scenario planning—offering options and framing responses—but it does not replace human judgement, empathy, or the social work of building consensus. Does language proficiency matter? Language matters because it shrinks distance. Full fluency may take years, but even small efforts signal respect and closeness, making it easier to build rapport and trust. Language is not just vocabulary; it is an everyday bridge that reduces friction with teams and increases the leader's ability to read nuance—critical in a culture where people may be reserved. What's the ultimate leadership lesson? The ultimate lesson is that trust is built through time, listening, and decisive presence. Leadership is revealed when trouble hits: the leader who listens, takes action, and stands in front earns durable commitment. Once trust is established, the organisation can move faster—because consensus forms more naturally, delegation improves, and decisions carry less uncertainty. Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have also been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). In addition to his books, Greg publishes daily blogs on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, offering practical insights on leadership, communication, and Japanese business culture. He is also the host of six weekly podcasts, including The Leadership Japan Series, The Sales Japan Series, The Presentations Japan Series, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews. On YouTube, he produces three weekly shows — The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews — which have become leading resources for executives seeking strategies for success in Japan.

In this Bite-Sized episode, I revisit my conversation with George Kruis, former England international rugby player and co-founder of fourfive. George explains how he and Dom began building their wellness brand while recovering from operations, sitting on physio beds and asking themselves how to take control of their recovery. This clip focuses on the early execution stage. He talks openly about setting up the company, learning how to operate outside the structure of professional sport, and why delegation, speed, and clarity are essential when you move into business. His honesty about the transition and the steep learning curve will resonate with anyone starting something new.Guest: George Kruis, co-founder of fourfive and former England rugby player.Key Takeaways:The first version of any business requires fast learning and deliberate action.Delegation is a skill founders must develop early.Your network is an asset only if you use it intentionally.Co-founders need different strengths to build momentum.

The way of Jesus is for organizations to nurture flourishing individuals and societies. But many of us have experienced the devastating effects of a toxic work environment. This is not the way God meant organizations to run. From the ancient Old Testament Scriptures and the teachings of Jesus and his Apostles, everything in life is meant for universal flourishing, or Shalom.Our guest is Dr. Justin Irving, Professor of Christian Leadership at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. His newest book is titled, Healthy Leadership for Thriving Organizations: Creating Contexts Where People Flourish (Baker Academic, 2024), In it, he provides theological foundations for healthy Christian leadership in for-profit corporations, nonprofits, and churches. He also provides insights from interviewing over 200 executive leaders.In our discussion, we discuss: * Leadership for human flourishing* Cultivating healthy teams* Delegation for the good of the people we lead and for the organization* What hinders good organizational communication* How to measure how healthy an organizational culture is* How to be sure that every aspect of an organization aligns with the organization's values and beliefsIn our conversation, we discussed the Good Place Operating System (GPOS), from The Good Place Institute, for which Bob Robinson is a Partner Consultant. The GPOS is a systematic approach to clearly stating a purpose and mission in a charter, to build all the systems in an organization to align with the charter, and then to measure success on business dashboards. If you'd like to explore implementing an operating system meant for kingdom purposes in which people are valued, communities flourish, and profits are made for these regenerative purposes, connect with Bob by emailing him at Bob.Robinson@goodplaceinstitute.com .Scroll down to learn more about Justin Irving.Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app:Thanks for listening!If you enjoyed this podcast, please share it with your friends. Your hosts are Dr. Bob Robinson and David Loughney. For further resources on reintegrating all of life with God's mission, go to re-integrate.org.Dr. Justin IrvingAfter serving for 20 years at Bethel Seminary in a variety of faculty and administrative roles, Dr. Justin Irving now serves as Professor of Leadership, Chair of the Department of Leadership and Discipleship, and Director of the Ed.D. program at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. Check out his Purpose in Leadership blog. Dr. Irving is a member at Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky. He is married to Tasha, and they have five children.Would you consider buying Dr. Irving's books from independent booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore? They are eager to serve God's people with great books. Order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about the book on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off. Get full access to Bob Robinson's Substack at bobrobinsonre.substack.com/subscribe

NDP MP Jenny Kwan was supposed to be visiting both Israelis and Palestinians in the Occupied West Bank. But we'll reach her in Jordan -- after she and the rest of a Canadian delegation were blocked by Israel for what it describes as “security reasons”.Media mogul Jimmy Lai's daughter says she made the difficult decision to leave Hong Kong to advocate for her father's release -- and now that he's facing life in prison, she says that is more important than ever.Rob Reiner was a superstar director -- but to Kris Perry, he's the man who fought alongside her to overturn the ban on same-sex marriage in California. The late Donna Summer lit the fuse of the mid-'70s disco explosion -- and now, she's been honoured for writing some of the most enduring dancefloor-fillers of all time.We'll bring you another classic from our catalogue of holiday readings -- "The Gift of the Magi", a story of a couple unlucky in gift-giving...but lucky in love. On what would have been Jane Austen's 250th birthday, New York Times writers and "Pride and Prejudice" enthusiasts try to answer once and for all: who is the definitive onscreen Mr. Darcy?As It Happens, the Tuesday Edition. Radio that knows pride cometh before a ball.

In this episode of Acta Non Verba, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Rod Yancy — entrepreneur, writer, attorney, and founder of Oath and Bootleg. Rod shares how he’s found success across multiple industries, from law and financial planning to software and now music. The conversation explores what it means to build companies that serve people, live with intention, and innovate within the modern music industry. Rod offers timeless lessons on creativity, courage, and taking action to turn vision into reality. Episode Highlights: 5:04 - The Power of Mortality in EntrepreneurshipRod discusses how contemplating mortality (memento mori) shaped his philosophy and inspired the founding of Oath, emphasizing the importance of living intentionally and making meaningful decisions. 9:39 - Overcoming the Success TrapRod and Marcus explore the “success trap” many entrepreneurs fall into—chasing money or status at the expense of fulfillment, health, and relationships, and how true success requires self-awareness and balance. 40:07 - Delegation and Leadership Lessons from Richard BransonRod shares advice from Richard Branson about the importance of delegation, empowering others, and stepping back as a leader to allow the team to thrive, even if it means feeling less “needed.” 56:00 - Empowering Artists with New Revenue StreamsRod introduces his new venture, Bootleg, which helps artists monetize live concert recordings, providing fans with unique experiences and artists with ongoing revenue, illustrating innovation and creative entrepreneurship. Rod Yancy is a serial entrepreneur, attorney, and founder of Oath, a company dedicated to helping people live intentionally by contemplating their mortality and planning their legacy. With a background in philosophy and law, Rod has built and scaled multiple businesses, including Oath Planning and Bootleg, a platform empowering artists to monetize live performances. Known for his creative approach, resilience, and commitment to meaningful work, Rod draws inspiration from both ancient philosophy and modern mentors like Richard Branson. He is passionate about fostering innovation, supporting artists, and helping others find purpose beyond financial success. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textWe trace Justin Cummings' path from early leadership training to steering Santa Cruz through a pandemic, fires, and a fragile housing landscape. Practical stories show how to connect experts, cut red tape, protect renters, and stay grounded without losing joy.• early leadership roots in camp programs and team captaincy• becoming mayor during crisis and defining the role• building information bridges across sectors• doubling local COVID testing capacity through escalation and certification• handling criticism with clarity and boundaries• self care, time management and public visibility• housing instability as the central community risk• tenant protections and a funded attorney resource• transparency versus strategy in public communication• culture setting through joy, humor and choosing issues not sides• advice for emerging leaders on listening and sharing the stage BioI moved to Santa Cruz from Chicago in 2007 to pursue a PhD in ecology and evolutionary biology with a designated emphasis in environmental science from UC-Santa Cruz, which I received in 2013.  My work has largely focused on invasive species eradication in places such as Panama and the Galapagos, sustainable fisheries science, tropical forest restoration, assessing the impacts of climate change on the environment, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in environmental conservation. After a brief post-doc in Miami, I returned to Santa Cruz in 2015 to co-found and direct the UC-Santa Cruz Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program, whose mission is to prepare college students from diverse backgrounds to become the next generation of conservation leaders.   In Santa Cruz, I witnessed and experienced the impacts of the exorbitant housing market. I got involved in a rent control measure campaign and was one of the highest signature gatherers to place the measure on the 2018 ballot. This, along with a commitment to community engagement, prompted me to run for city council. In 2018, I was the highest vote recipient and became one of two African American men voted onto the Santa Cruz City Council for the first time in history. In 2020 I became the first African American man to serve as Mayor of the City of Santa Cruz. In 2022, I was elected to the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors as the Third District Supervisor.  During my time on the council, I focused on sustainable community growth, increasing affordable housing, reducing carbon emissions, public safety reform, amplifying the voices of marginalized community members, connecting people to resources during the pandemic, and most importantly bringing our community together to make Santa Cruz better for everyone. Support the show

The biggest myth about freedom is that you earn it by doing more. Not true.In this episode of the Be Unmessablewith podcast, we're flipping the script on leadership, control, and the lie that hustle equals freedom. If you've built a successful business but find yourself overwhelmed, overworked, and over-it, this is your wake-up call.You'll Learn:Why delegation feels threatening to high achieversThe hidden identity trap that keeps entrepreneurs stuck in overworkWhat happens when success turns into a self-built prisonThe 80% Rule that can win you back 12+ hours a weekThe real reason your brain resists letting go (and how to override it)One of My Favorite Moments:"Perfect is the enemy of free. Do you want perfect or do you want freedom?"Design Yourself to Be DeletedLeadership isn't about doing. It's about designing systems that let your vision live beyond you.Want to Explore Working Together?If you're tired of holding it all together and ready to build a business that gives you time, freedom, and fulfillment, book a discovery call with me.Book Your Discovery CallConnect With JosselyneWebsite: beunmessablewith.comInstagram: @beunmessablewith

In this conversation, Megan Beattie, a seasoned marketing consultant, shares her insights on the importance of execution in consulting, the role of leadership in empowering young professionals, and the necessity of effective sales techniques. She emphasizes the value of scripts, training, and ethical canvassing in sales, while also discussing the challenges of delegation and the impact of personal experiences on leadership. The discussion touches on the future of AI in business and the importance of investing in training and leadership for sustainable growth. 00:00 The Importance of Execution in Consulting 05:05 The Role of Scripts in Sales 11:02 The Evolution of Sales Techniques 16:56 The Challenges of Leadership and Delegation 19:53 Ethical Canvassing and Door-to-Door Sales 28:55 The Importance of Capacity Planning 32:00 Understanding Customer Needs 41:51 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Leadership 46:00 Overcoming Market Objections 01:00:02 The Future of AI in Business 01:01:51 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Training

Chris Anderson speaks with Dr. Brian McCarley about his journey from a head athletic trainer to a long-time successful chiropractor, guiding entrepreneurs, business leaders, and families.From Athletic Training to Chiropractic: Dr. Brian recounts his career shift, explaining that the late-night, intense lifestyle of an athletic trainer was incompatible with being a newlywed. This led him through a brief stint in the business world before choosing chiropractic—a more natural, faith-aligned healthcare approach—necessitating a difficult move to Texas for three years of school.The Entrepreneurial Decision Cascade: Success after the initial leap requires navigating a continuous series of smaller, difficult decisions that, when stacked together, can feel overwhelming. Dr. Brian advocates for prioritizing based on what's urgent versus what's truly important, and learning to make the "least bad decision" when all options are challenging. He suggests using whiteboards and Post-it Notes to visualize and prioritize tasks, and to always assess how one decision will affect others down the road.The Value of Advisors: Having a team of trusted advisors is crucial for gaining an outside perspective, simplifying complex issues, and identifying personal "blind spots" or ego-driven blocks that cloud judgment. Dr. Brian sees his role with patients and clients not as an educator, but as a "guide" to help them become the "hero of their own life."Overcoming "Brain Fog" with Health: The episode dives into the connection between health and entrepreneurial performance. Dr. Brian pinpoints "bright shiny syndrome" and neglecting self-care as common causes of mental clarity issues that compromise business-critical decisions.Practical Health Strategies for High-Achievers:Efficient Exercise: Focus on activities that offer the greatest benefit in the shortest time, citing rucking (walking with a weighted vest) as an effective, low-impact method.Time Management & Delegation: Calculate your effective hourly rate and delegate tasks that cost less than that rate to a VA or part-time help, freeing up the entrepreneur for high-value work and personal time.Hourly Brain Breaks: Set a timer to take a 5-minute break every hour to step away from the computer. This prevents neurological burnout and increases efficiency and problem-solving.The Logic of Intermittent Fasting: Dr. Brian shares his thoughts on intermittent fasting, noting that three meals a day is a product of the industrial revolution and that bodies are designed for periods of fasting. He advises anyone trying it to be deliberate, prepare for mental shifts, and learn to distinguish between true hunger and boredom by drinking water. This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something.===========================⚡️PODCAST: Subscribe to our podcast here ➡ https://elevatemedia.buzzsprout.com/⚡️Need post-recording video production help? Let's chat ➡ https://calendly.com/elevate-media-group/application⚡️For Support inquires or Business inquiries, please email us at ➡︎ support@elevate-media-group.comOur mission here at Elevate Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs elevate their brands and make an impact through the power of video podcasting.Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all our episodes or videos on the Elevate Media and Elevate Media Podcast YouTube channels. https://elevatemediastudios.com/disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

StefanFeuersteinis a leadership expert recognized by Oprah Winfrey as part of her inaugural SuperSoul 100 list of “awakened leaders” using their voices to elevate humanity. With over two decades of high-stakes leadership experience in humanitarian and private-sector roles, he has led teams of hundreds to over 4,000 across Honduras, Peru, and the United States. He served as legal guardian to more than 1,000 orphaned and abandoned children with Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos and later oversaw the care of over 51,000 unaccompanied migrant children as Operations Chief of the largest shelter of its kind in history. Born in Washington, D.C., raised in Luxembourg, and educated in England and Germany,Stefanholds degrees from the University of Warwick and University College London and has spent 15+ years working throughout Latin America. His A-B-C Delegation method gives leaders a practical framework for knowing when they need to be asked, informed, or completely hands-off—empowering teams, eliminating bottlenecks, and redefining how leadership scales.

Okay family, pull up a chair because we need to talk. Washington State recently became the third state in America to fund a reparations study for African Americans, and it should be a moment to celebrate. The Legislature allocated $300,000 in seed funding, and the Washington Equity Now Alliance — a community-based organization doing the real work — raised another $450,000 to ensure this sacred study is done right. Governor Ferguson signed the law that spells out who’s qualified to lead the study: a PhD focused on reparations, peer-reviewed publications, expertise in calculating uncompensated slave labor, and lived experience. So far, so good, right? But here’s where it gets messy. The Department of Commerce is creating its own procurement rules, and its decisions are now preventing the community from securing qualified consultants for this work. Somehow, an “apparent successful bidder” has been named – a company called Truclusion that doesn’t appear to meet ANY of the legal requirements got through the procurement process — while the nation’s leading reparations scholar, an UCLA endowed chair and Howard University department head who literally wrote a BOOK on Reparations, was denied due process on a technicality when he asked for his legal right to a debriefing. How is the state this incompetent with something this important? Sisters Audrey and Melannie sit down with Attorney Jesse Wineberry Sr. — former five-term state legislator, first Black House Majority Whip in Washington’s history, and Chair of WENA — to break it down, shed light on the matter, and invite the community to take action. Somethin’ ought to be said. What say YOU? Links Washington Equity NOW Alliance Reparative Study for Washington Descendants – Washington State Department of Commerce Truclusion Website (Apparent Successful Bidder) Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter – Achievements Marcus Anthony Hunter – UCLA Sociology Review of City-Level Reparations across the United States (.PDF) Dept. of Commerce WENA Community Partner Designation (REPARATIONS STUDY) (.PDF) WASHINGTON REPARATIONS STUDY BUDGET (.PDF) Calls to Action Support Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter The Department of Commerce has denied Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter his legal right to a debrief in accordance with Washington State Law RCW 39.26.170(2). He now must incur legal costs to challenge this injustice. It's not about the “contract” anymore – it's about the “principle” of the matter and the blatant disrespect of “Black Excellence.” Please support Dr. Hunter in this fight. This work is SACRED and COLLECTIVE. Donate here File a public records request Department of Commerce – Public Records Request Office of the Governor – Public Records Request CUT & PASTE THIS TEXT INTO YOUR EMAIL PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST Pursuant to RCW 42.56, I request all records in any format—including emails, texts, memos, notes, meeting minutes, and other documents—related to COMMERCE RFP 26-33740-001 (Charles Mitchell and George Washington Bush Reparations Study), managed by Michelle Griffin, Department of Commerce: 1. Bidder Evaluation and Selection All proposals submitted in response to the RFP Individual and composite scores for all bidders Identities of all scorers/selection committee members Evaluation criteria and scoring rubrics Deliberations and comparative analyses All records supporting the selection of Truclusion as the apparent successful bidder All communication transmitting Dr. Hunter’s proposal to the scoring committee 2. Deadline Extension All communications and justifications regarding the November 10, 2025 decision to extend the contractor announcement deadline from November 5-10 to November 18, 2025, including the stated need for “additional time for scoring” 3. Delegation of Authority Any documents authorizing the Department of Commerce to delegate review and selection duties for this RFP to the Commission on African American Affairs 4. Conflict of Interest Documentation All signed conflict of interest disclosure forms and/or waivers executed by selection committee members CONTACT: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE commercewa@govqa.us Natasha Langer Public Disclosure Specialist Operations Division Office Services 360-725-3156 THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE publicdisclosure@gov.wa.gov Tricia Smith Director of Public Information & Records 564-200-2106

If you feel stretched too thin, it's not because you're weak—it's because you're carrying weight God never told you to carry alone. In this message, we unpack why overworking isn't faithfulness, why burnout is often a warning, and how God's strategy for rest includes delegation, clarity, and shared responsibility. Using Matthew 11 and Exodus 18, this sermon exposes a hard truth: Overworking can be disobedience disguised as responsibility. If you're overwhelmed, exhausted, or trying to do everything by yourself—this is your reset. Key themes in this message: Why rest is a real strategy, not laziness “Make your load lighter” (God's leadership principle) Delegation without guilt Why capable people matter How clarity eliminates confusion

Notes: Contract Law Exam Ready GuideUnderstanding Third Party Rights: A Comprehensive Guide for Law StudentsThis conversation delves into the complexities of third-party rights in contract law, focusing on beneficiaries, assignments, and delegations. It provides a structured five-step framework to analyze these issues, emphasizing the importance of understanding the roles of various parties, the concept of vesting, and the implications of defenses and priority conflicts. The discussion also highlights the differences between common law and UCC rules regarding assignments and delegations, ultimately equipping listeners with the tools needed to navigate these intricate legal concepts effectively.In the intricate world of contract law, third party rights often present a complex challenge for students preparing for exams. This blog post delves into the nuances of third party rights, offering a roadmap to navigate these tricky waters.The Three-Dimensional Contract WorldContracts are not just agreements between two parties; they often extend obligations and rights beyond the original signatories. This concept is crucial for law students, especially when preparing for exams. Understanding third party rights is essential, as these issues frequently appear disguised within other legal scenarios.The Framework: Five Steps to MasteryIdentify the Role: Determine if the third party is a beneficiary, assignee, or delegatee. This identification is crucial as it sets the stage for further analysis.Validity and Vesting: Assess whether the third party's rights have become permanent. Timing is key here, as it dictates the enforceability of these rights.Rights and Defenses: Analyze what claims can be brought against the third party and who they can sue. This step involves understanding the legal standing and potential defenses.Modifications and Novation: Consider if the original parties have altered the contract before the third party's rights became final. This can significantly impact the third party's legal standing.Breach and Remedies: Finally, evaluate what happens when the contract falls apart. Understanding who is liable and the available remedies is crucial for a comprehensive analysis.Historical Context and Modern ImplicationsThe doctrine of privity of contract historically limited legal actions to the original parties. However, landmark cases like Lawrence V. Fox have expanded these rights, allowing intended beneficiaries to enforce contracts. This evolution reflects the law's adaptation to ensure fairness and prevent unjust enrichment.Mastering the ExamBy following this structured approach, law students can confidently tackle even the most complex exam questions on third party rights. Remember, contracts are dynamic, and understanding their full lifecycle is key to mastering this area of law.Subscribe NowStay updated with more insights and tips on mastering contract law by subscribing to our newsletter.TakeawaysThird party rights are essential in contract law.Understanding the roles of beneficiaries is crucial.Vesting of rights locks in a beneficiary's claims.Defenses can be raised against third party claims.Assignment transfers rights, while delegation transfers duties.Priority conflicts can complicate assignments.Novation requires consent from all parties involved.UCC rules provide specific guidelines for assignments.A structured framework helps analyze complex scenarios.Mastering these principles is key for legal exams.contracts, third party rights, beneficiaries, assignment, delegation, novation, UCC, legal obligations, standing, contract law

If you want more time, better energy, and a calmer mind, this episode gives you a blueprint for achieving it. Host Dave Asprey talks with entrepreneur Jonathan Swanson, who explains how delegation functions as a powerful form of biohacking that frees cognitive load, improves sleep quality, protects your mitochondria from chronic stress, and opens space for longevity, brain optimization, supplements, fasting, ketosis, and the full Human Upgrade approach. Jonathan shows how eliminating low value tasks can reclaim hours every day and upgrade your human performance far more than people realize. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Jonathan Swanson is the Founder and Chairman of Thumbtack and Athena, two global companies he scaled to more than one thousand team members each. He has raised over seven hundred million dollars from leading investors including Sequoia Capital, Google Capital, and Blackstone. At Thumbtack he built one of the top marketplaces for local services. At Athena he created an elite academy for executive assistants and leadership development. Jonathan also served in the West Wing for the President's chief economic advisor, giving him rare insight into time leverage, decision making, and performance under pressure. Jonathan breaks down why overloaded to do lists elevate stress hormones, reduce neuroplasticity, interfere with recovery, and sabotage longevity goals. He explains how removing decision fatigue improves metabolism and cognitive function, how AI can accelerate human support instead of replacing it, and why even small forms of leverage increase ambition, resilience, and overall life satisfaction. Jonathan shares real examples from scaling billion dollar companies, building global teams, managing his own health routines, and designing systems that create more time for family, recovery, and meaningful work. You'll Learn: • Why leverage comes before ambition, not after, and how that shift changes what you believe is possible in your life • How Jonathan went from 16 to 18 hour days and polyphasic sleep to becoming a “time billionaire” through ruthless delegation • The cardinal sin of delegation, why doing it yourself feels faster at first, and how that belief traps you in busywork • The stages of delegation, from single tasks to projects to goals to “clairvoyant delegation,” where you first hear about a task when it is already done • How to start at any budget level, from using AI as a starter assistant, to hiring directly on global platforms, to working with a fully trained Athena EA • Practical ways an assistant can support biohacking, sleep optimization, supplements, lab tracking, family logistics, and even creative life projects • How to build trust, set boundaries, and protect security when you work with remote assistants who have access to sensitive parts of your life• Why human plus AI assistants beat AI alone, and how the next generation of support will supercharge human performance instead of replacing it • How to think about your hourly rate so you stop doing tasks that kill your metabolism, focus, and long term longevity Thank you to our sponsors! -BEYOND Conference 2026 | Register now at https://beyondconference.com/ -BrainTap | Go to http://braintap.com/dave to get $100 off the BrainTap Power Bundle. -Essentia | Go to https://myessentia.com/dave and use code DAVE for $100 off The Dave Asprey Upgrade. -Generation Lab | Go to http://generationlab.com/, use code Dave20 for $20 off, and see what your body's really doing behind the surface. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. 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Nach Gesprächen mit US-Vertretern teilte der ukrainische Präsident Selenskyj mit, dass die Ukraine wichtigen Aspekten einer gemeinsamen Strategie zum Wiederaufbau des Landes zugestimmt habe. Dabei nennt er einen Schlüsselfaktor für die wirtschaftlichen Aussichten nach dem Krieg.

Are you buried in the daily grind, afraid that missing one detail could wreck your team or business? Wondering how the best COOs stay energized, innovate, and avoid burnout while leading in a world that never slows down?This episode, guest host Sivana Brewer dives deep with Nick Dinsmoor, COO of Reel Axis, a fast-growing B2B marketing powerhouse. They unravel the secrets of self-awareness, delegation, and what happens when leaders brutally prioritize. You'll hear why letting your employees run side hustles sharpens your edge, how to ride the AI tsunami without drowning, and why radical candor—without the edge—still gets results.If you want to stop reacting and start driving bold operational change, this conversation drops the truth you need. Listen now to discover how top COOs avoid chaos and push their teams further, faster. Tune in or risk missing out on the real breakthroughs shaping the new COO elite.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The critical habit COOs need to ignore “the noise”—and why it's a superpower[02:16] – Why giving back is central to culture, and how it wins business in surprising ways[04:37] – How AI completely upended content marketing (and what agencies do differently now)[06:15] – When radical transparency turns toxic, and the pivot that saved a team[08:29] – Newsletters: The “outdated” tactic that's suddenly driving explosive growth[10:29] – The 95/5 rule: A marketer's secret to outlasting competitors in any vertical[21:29] – The surprising upside of having employees with side hustles[27:07] – What ruthless prioritization actually looks like for high-performing COOsAbout the GuestNick Dinsmoor is the Chief Operating Officer at Reel Axis, a leading B2B marketing agency specializing in buyer intent data and anonymous visitor identification. Known for his blend of financial discipline and creative strategy, Nick has helped scale Reel Axis through radical transparency, empowering culture, and a relentless focus on operational evolution.

All links and images can be found on CISO Series. Check out this post by Nick Nolen of Redpoint Cyber for the discussion that is the basis of our conversation on this week's episode co-hosted by me, David Spark, the producer of CISO Series, and Geoff Belknap. Joining us is Erika Dean, former CSO, Robinhood. In this episode: Delegation requires accountability The reality of daily decision-making The gap between theory and practice Beyond the advisory role Huge thanks to our sponsor, ThreatLocker ThreatLocker makes Zero Trust practical. With Default Deny, Ringfencing, and Elevation Control, CISOs get real control that's easy to manage and built to scale. Stop threats before they execute and reduce operational noise without adding complexity. See how simple prevention can be at ThreatLocker.com/CISO

SummaryIn this conversation, Kayvon Kay, Mike, and Ryan Roghaar explore the themes of identity, commitment, and the importance of genuine communication in achieving success. They discuss how personal identity shapes actions and outcomes, the pitfalls of merely stating intentions without real commitment, and the significance of measuring productivity through clear goals. The discussion also delves into the art of conversation, emphasizing the need for curiosity and connection over self-centered dialogue. Finally, they touch on the impact of internal biases and the importance of self-reflection in personal growth.TakeawaysKayvon's journey from corporate sales to entrepreneurship was driven by a desire for freedom.The importance of mental toughness in overcoming challenges is crucial for success.Resourcefulness can lead to unexpected opportunities and solutions.Success in sales often comes from building relationships rather than just selling products.Many people don't know what they truly want in life and need to define their goals.Money can bring happiness, but it amplifies who you are as a person.People often underestimate what they can achieve in five years while overestimating one year.The grass is greener where you water it; focus on your own growth.Defining your own dreams is essential in a world filled with external influences.The B Do Have concept emphasizes the importance of action in achieving goals. Success is about becoming who you want to be first.People often confuse stating intentions with taking action.Productivity is more important than busyness.Effective communication is about asking questions and listening.Self-identity plays a crucial role in achieving goals.Expectations can lead to disappointment; commitment is key.Understanding your biases can help in personal growth.Conversations should focus on the other person, not yourself.Silence can be powerful in conversations.Self-reflection is essential for overcoming internal barriers.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kayvon Kay and His Journey03:01 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship06:00 The Struggles of Starting a Business09:09 The Power of Resourcefulness12:07 Finding Success in Sales15:06 The Importance of Mental Toughness18:00 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Clarity21:02 The Role of Passion in Achieving Goals24:05 Understanding True Happiness and Wealth26:59 The Grass is Greener Where You Water It29:51 Defining Your Own Dreams32:50 The B Do Have Concept39:24 The Power of Identity in Success42:55 The Illusion of Action vs. Real Commitment46:55 Measuring Productivity and Setting Goals48:15 The Art of Conversation and Connection56:03 Understanding Internal Biases and Self-ReflectionCredits:Hosted by Ryan Roghaar and Michael SmithProduced by Ryan RoghaarTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Show: eggscast.com@eggshow on X and InstagramOn iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOnStitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcherAlso available on Google Play Music!Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

AI is transforming software development—redefining roles, creativity, and community, while challenging developers to embrace ambiguity, orchestrate specialized agents, and stay human through empathy and curiosity. Will AI make developers more creative, or will we forget how the machine really works under the hood?This week Dave, Esmee , Rob sit down with Scott Hanselman, VP Developer Community at Microsoft for a wildly energetic, deeply human, and brilliantly practical conversation about how AI is reshaping software development and what that means for creativity, careers, and all industries. TLDR00:30 – Scott Hanselman introduced as a special guest from Microsoft Ignite 2025.02:16 – Scott discusses how AI is fundamentally redesigning all industries.09:50 – Don't anthropomorphize AI, I want the computer from Star Trek!15:30 – Delegation: contrasting the roles of humans and agents.18:30 – The importance of supporting early career growth and learning.26:30 – Why specificity matters in AI and coding.35:30 – Making AI delightful and fun.45:30 – Always put humans first in AI development.46:00 – Each morning I think about lunch. GuestScott Hanselman: https://www.hanselman.com/The Hanselminutes Podcast: https://www.hanselman.com/podcasts with over 1025 podcasts! HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/ 'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? You're not alone, and there's a better way to work. In this conversation, Mark McGaunn, CPA/PFS, CFP® and Partner at LGA, joins Certified Veterinary Practice Manager and hospital owner Jenni George, CVPM, to sit down with cohost Chris O'Day. Together, they tackle one of the most important and often overlooked skills in veterinary medicine: delegation.Veterinarians are highly trained, highly driven, and often highly overloaded. Many try to do everything themselves, from charts to billing to nail trims, and it comes at a cost. Burnout, stress, missed revenue, stalled growth, and underutilized teams are all too common.In this episode, we explore:  • Why delegation is so hard for veterinary professionals  • How over-functioning leads to exhaustion and inefficiency  • The connection between delegation, profitability, and team retention  • Real-world stories from both practice and advisory work  • Tasks vets should stop doing immediately  • How to empower technicians and CSRs without feeling like you're losing control  • Small habits you can start tomorrow to reclaim time and reduce stressMark also offers insight from his role as a Partner at LGA, a regional CPA and Business Advisory firm that supports veterinary hospitals with financial strategy, tax planning, and outsourced accounting.If your schedule feels overloaded or you're struggling to step back from day-to-day tasks, this episode will help you create a healthier and more sustainable way of working for yourself, your team, and your patients.Tune in now to the newest episode of The Veterinary Survival Show.

Ready to stop wearing all the hats in your solo business?In 2026, AI integration will be as common as using your smartphone.But if you're a solo business owner who feels behind or overwhelmed by all the new tools, you're not alone.In this episode, I break down how to use AI and why strategy, simplicity, and your authentic voice are the keys to growth in the next wave of online business.What You'll Discover in This EpisodeMy top 3 predictions for 2026 and how they affect solo entrepreneursThe 3 leadership skills that will set you apart in the age of AIWhy content marketing is about to explode, and how to stand out with heart and originality, not just more content.Why your story and perspective are still your biggest business assetsActionable steps for simplifying your offers, building a strong brand voice, and using AI effectively. Key TakeawaysAI isn't a magic fix; it mirrors what you give it. Your clarity and communication matter more than ever.Delegation is now about asking: Should I be doing this, or can AI?Imagination is your competitive edge. Margin gives you the space to innovate.Your brand message and personality are your biggest differentiators in a crowded, AI-generated world.Keep your business focused: one offer, one audience, one problem, one transformation.Join AI Lab for SolopreneursReady to learn how to work smarter with AI and amplify your personal authority?Find out more at https://marisashadrick.com/communityAudio Timestamps:00:00:00 – Intro and why AI content is starting to blur00:01:20 – AI adoption trends and predictions for 202600:03:20 – Strategic use of custom GPTs and tools00:04:50 – Why prompting skills are your new superpower00:05:57 – The explosion of content: blogs, books, and newsletters00:08:02 – 3 leadership skills solopreneurs need for the future00:09:35 – How to simplify your offer, lead magnet, and audience00:12:05 – Rethinking delegation with AI as your assistant00:14:15 – Why imagination is your next best strategy00:16:28 – Protecting your voice and brand in the age of AI00:18:47 – Closing and community invitationSkip Hours of Prompt Trial & Error with ChatGPTWhether you're writing, planning, analyzing, or brainstorming, my C.O.N.T.E.X.T. ™ method transforms ChatGPT into a consistent marketing assistant. No steep learning curve.Free Download!https://marisashadrick.com/prompts If you're ready to grow with effective marketing that actually feels manageable, here's your next move.Inside AI Lab for Solopreneurs, get Custom GPTs, templates, and coaching to grow your business. Visit: https://marisashadrick.com/communityListen to the "Amplify Your Authority" Podcast! Click Here! Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Tip: Answer these questions inside of ChatGPT (free or paid) and have AI craft your review! How did you discover this podcast? What's your biggest takeaway from this episode? How has this podcast helped your current journey? Thanks so much for taking a few minutes to craft a review!

Jonathan Swanson has built two rare successes: Thumbtack, the home-services marketplace, and Athena, the fast-growing platform that pairs ambitious people with world-class personal assistants. Today he runs a 4,000-person company, invests on the side, and raises four kids — all by designing his life around leverage.a16z General Partner, Erik Torenberg, sits down with Jonathan to unpack what that actually looks like. They discuss how elite assistant culture shaped his philosophy, why delegation is a skill most founders never truly learn, and how the combination of humans and AI is redefining personal productivity. Jonathan explains why he believes ambition grows with leverage, not the other way around, and breaks down how he delegates everything from scheduling to search processes to entire life systems.They also get into the future of work, the rise of machine-generated delegation, the expanding role of chiefs of staff, and how founders can design their time around the few things that matter most. It's a conversation about work, life, and the systems that allow people to operate at scale. Resources:Follow Jonathan on X: https://x.com/swaaansonFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Stay Updated:If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with your friends!Find a16z on X: https://twitter.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zListen to the a16z Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bC65RDvs3oxnLyqqvkUYXListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a16z-podcast/id842818711Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see http://a16z.com/disclosures. Stay Updated:Find a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why does December feel different this year and how do we find our footing when everything shifts? Rebecca and Seth settle in for Whinypaluza Wednesday to talk about the emotional, messy, funny reality of a December that looks completely different from years past. With Max away at college, winter storms rolling in, traditions shifting, and a to-do list that seems to regenerate overnight, this episode walks through how to stay grounded and joyful even as your holiday season changes. They explore sadness, nostalgia, new family rhythms, letting go of perfection, and how to stop making December a stress marathon. It is warm, relatable, and the perfect reminder that you get to design a holiday season that fits your life, not your expectations. Six Key Takeaways:→ Your December can change and still be meaningfulWhen kids get older or move away, traditions shift. You can reshape them with intention instead of pressure. → Less can feel like moreFewer gifts. Fewer commitments. Fewer decorations. More peace. More joy. More presence. → Holiday emotions are real and validSadness when saying goodbye. Relief when the storm passes. Gratitude when everyone is home again. All of it belongs. → Delegation is a holiday survival skillYour kids can decorate. They can bake. They can help. You do not need to carry the whole season on your shoulders. → Ask yourself what you truly want to do and what you want to skipGingerbread houses might be a yes. Holiday cards might be a no. Give yourself permission to choose what supports your joy. → Quality time beats quantity with older kidsWhen your kids return from college, they want a connection. Conversations. Shows. Meals. Presence. This is the real gift of the season. Thank you for listening to Whinypaluza Wednesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast, and share it with someone who could use a more peaceful December. Your support means everything and helps this wonderful community grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to The Embodied Baddie Podcast!In today's episode, we're diving into a conversation so many women entrepreneurs quietly struggle with: What happens when you stop loving your business… and how to get that love back.This episode was inspired by a passing comment from Alex Hormozi that hit way too close to home — and cracked open a much deeper truth about passion, pressure, and the emotional labor of entrepreneurship.Inside This Episode:When the magic fades: Why so many high-achieving women find themselves disconnected from a business they once adored.Somatic shifts that change everything: How coming back into your body helps you reconnect with desire, intuition, and creativity — the things that actually make your business feel GOOD again.The sneaky impact of “shoulds” and hustle conditioning: How the belief that you must always push erodes fulfillment and leads straight to burnout.Delegation as devotion: Why getting tasks off your plate isn't just “smart business”… it's an act of self-preservation that frees you to return to what lights you up.Your people matter: How building a values-aligned team allows you to step back, soften, and operate in your true zone of genius.Key TakeawaysJoy is strategy.Doing what you love isn't indulgent — it's fuel. Reconnecting with the tasks and roles that genuinely excite you reignites momentum.You deserve support.When your team shares your values and energy, everything flows easier. You get to show up as the visionary again — not the bottleneck.Your nervous system is the business.Investing in your emotional and energetic well-being isn't optional. It's the foundation that determines how sustainably you grow.Try This This WeekAudit your energy: What feels expansive vs. draining? Make one tiny shift toward joy.Identify a hand-off: Pick one task you're ready to delegate or automate.Come back to yourself: Block 10 minutes for something that regulates your system — breathwork, silence, movement, sunlight, anything that brings you home.If you've been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or like you're “doing everything right” but still not feeling fulfilled… this conversation is your permission slip to slow down, reconnect, and rebuild a relationship with your business that actually feels good.Thanks for tuning into another episode of The Embodied Baddie Podcast.If this resonated, be sure to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a fellow entrepreneur who needs this reminder.Come hang out on Instagram @theembodiedbaddie — and let's keep redefining success on our own damn terms.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and client, Connor P. Coleman—a ranch management consultant, entrepreneur, and Enviropreneur Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution. Connor has one of the most fascinating blends of passions: land management, environmental problem-solving, and navigating life and business with ADHD. From childhood memories of kindergarten “Candy Land punishment” to building a thriving consulting business in the mountains of Colorado, Connor opens up about how ADHD has shaped his work, well-being and success.We explore the highs, lows, and turning points that pushed him to embrace systems, routines, delegation, and self-advocacy. Connor shares what burnout taught him, how he finally built a support team, and what shifting from “contractor” to true CEO looks like for a neurodivergent mind. His insight and honesty will resonate with anyone who's ever felt overextended, misunderstood, or unsure how to scale their brilliance.Entrepreneur attempting to do good, better Connor P. Coleman is an amateur philosopher and aspiring polymath based in the mountains of Colorado. Diagnosed with ADHD at an early age, he struggled to keep up in school, but through grit and determination, he was able to navigate college and graduate school successfully. Nearly a decade ago, he founded a ranch management advisory firm that serves conservation-minded landowners nationwide. These days, Connor relies more on systems and habits than pure grit to advance his mission.  Episode Highlights:[0:33] – Introducing Connor and his work in ranch management and wildfire-risk solutions [1:14] – What it means to be an Enviropreneur Fellow at Stanford [2:16] – The ADHD-entrepreneur connection and Connor's early path to business [2:44] – Childhood signs of inattentive ADHD and the infamous Candy Land memory [5:52] – How early school experiences shaped Connor's work-reward patterns [8:50] – The impact of having a parent in the medical field and receiving an early diagnosis [10:02] – School accommodations, testing struggles, and how support changed everything [13:04] – Academic Decathlon, discovering intelligence beyond test scores [15:29] – Transitioning into the workforce and the accidental start of his business [18:30] – The “ADHD tax,” missed billing, overwhelm, and finally asking for help [20:07] – Time blindness, doubling time estimates, and the power of realistic planning [22:29] – Learning to celebrate wins and build sustainable routines [23:41] – Burnout, lifestyle changes, and respecting energy and limits [27:12] – The importance of transitions, routines, and boundaries [29:12] – Delegation struggles, the relay-race mindset, and building a trustworthy team [32:08] – Tools like Trello, Monday, and Asana for getting chaos out of your head [33:39] – Learning systems later in adulthood and adapting them over time [35:04] – Connor's advice: own your ADHD, learn the comorbidities, and advocate for yourselfLinks & ResourcesConnor on Instagram: @connor.p.colemanResiliency Lands (Connor's business): https://resiliencylands.com Book mentioned:

The holidays are here, and if you're already feeling that mix of excitement, pressure, and low-key dread, you're in good company. In this episode, we dig into why holiday burnout hits women so disproportionately hard, how old expectations keep sneaking in, and what we can actually do to reclaim joy, presence, and a sense of sanity this season. From perfectionism and invisible labor to new traditions and deliciously low-effort holiday moments, we're getting honest about what has to shift.Together, we explore the inner work, the practical strategies, and the gentle permission slips that help us show up for the holidays in a way that feels good—without losing ourselves or burning out in the process. If you've ever felt torn between wanting magic and wanting a nap, this is your episode. Episode Highlights:[0:03] – Kicking off the convo: why holiday burnout hits women hardest [1:54] – Laura reflects on past years of over-functioning through the holidays [3:08] – The pressure of “perfect” holidays and the invisible mental load [4:52] – The struggle of asking for help and shedding generational conditioning [6:11] – Family-of-origin expectations and the identity tied to holiday perfection [9:03] – The emotional payoff vs. resentment check-in [10:08] – Letting go of perfect, simplifying, and knowing your “why” [12:22] – Delegation, releasing control, and tolerating the discomfort [14:11] – When your aesthetics get in the way of shared experiences [15:40] – Creating new rituals and letting go of traditions that no longer fit [18:18] – Low-effort connection and shared experiences that truly matter [20:03] – Embracing flexibility and shifting holiday dates without guilt [21:44] – Managing blended family holidays and redefining “the day” [22:22] – Avoiding consumer overwhelm and choosing experiences over stuff [23:52] – Gift ideas that foster connection (and zero clutter) [25:18] – Silent Book Clubs, parallel play, and refreshing social rituals [26:55] – Reclaiming meaningful ritual with creativity and openness [27:55] – The power of daily gratitude and shifting the emotional tone [28:15] – Preparing for others' disappointment when you take things down a notch [28:40] – Emotional maturity, boundaries, and choosing what truly matters [30:01] – Final reminders for a holiday season rooted in joy, not pressure If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Pre-order The Cost of Quiet now! Colette's new book, The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations that Create Secure, Lasting Love, launches February 3rd. Secure your copy today and get VIP bonuses available only before launch day. https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Keywords: business development, entrepreneurship, leadership, tax planning, financial growth, relationship management, service-based businesses, strategic planning, client success, business transformation Summary: In this engaging conversation, Michael Walsh shares his extensive experience in business development, transitioning from tax planning to empowering businesses to grow sustainably. He emphasizes the importance of relationships, delegation, and creating an intelligent ecosystem within organizations. Michael discusses the complexities of managing growing teams and the need for strategic planning to navigate these challenges. He also highlights the significance of finding the right people and fostering a culture that values contributions, ultimately leading to greater success and impact. Takeaways: Michael has run his firm for over 30 years. He transitioned from tax planning to business development. Delegation is key to business growth and efficiency. Combining commerce and economics provides a powerful perspective. Business growth changes management dynamics significantly. Relationships are crucial for business success. The power dynamics in business have shifted to knowledge workers. Creating an intelligent ecosystem is essential for growth. Complexity increases with team size, requiring effective management. Finding the right people is critical for business success. Titles Unlocking Business Growth: Insights from Michael Walsh The Power of Relationships in Business Development Sound bites "You can only save somebody so much tax." "Every business absolutely needs structure." "It's not about the money, it's about freedom." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:59 Transitioning to Business Development 09:13 Starting His Own Business 12:45 The Evolution of Business as It Grows 16:38 Empowering Employees for Success 19:57 Shifting Power Dynamics in the Workplace 24:26 The Complexity of Growing Teams and Relationships 28:49 The Value of Top Talent in Service-Based Industries 30:47 Growing Businesses: Balancing Quality and Demand 33:38 Strategic Planning for Impact and Growth 36:57 Exploring Business Growth in the UK 39:18 Transforming a Small Business 40:44 Understanding Business Growth Challenges 42:33 Identifying Danger Zones in Business 43:27 Framework for Sustainable Business Growth 45:05 Defining the Ideal Client Profile 47:02 The Importance of Freedom in Entrepreneurship 49:22 Building a Powerful Business Ecosystem 52:13 The Power of People in Business 55:03 Engaging with Clients and Resources

You started your business for freedom, but now you're working more than ever. You're stuck in the weeds, and the idea of handing tasks to someone else feels like letting them borrow your own child. Sound familiar? In this episode, Kevin from the Pro Sulum team unpacks the brutal psychology behind why delegation feels impossible—and exposes the three big lies keeping you trapped in your business instead of working ON it. If you're dealing with burnout, working 60+ hour weeks, or convinced that "no one can do it like you can," this episode will challenge everything you think you know about delegation. This isn't your typical "just hire a VA" advice. This is about understanding the psychological barriers, dismantling the lies, and building systems that actually set you free.

On this episode of Groove with Portia, I had the honor of speaking with Gladys DeClouet—executive powerhouse, author of A Layered Life, and a woman who truly knows what it means to lead during life's darkest storms.As I reflected on the wisdom passed down from my great-grandmother—whose birthday month I share—Gladys and I explored how our most personal pain can fuel our greatest purpose. Gladys opened up about a time when her world was crumbling: filing for divorce, her husband being diagnosed with colon cancer, and running a $2 billion business—all at once.We talked about how so many Black women are conditioned to believe we have to “do it all,” and what it really means to let go, delegate, and trust others. Gladys shared the power of building strong, committed teams and why leadership is really about helping others grow—not doing everything yourself.We also explored the intersection of grief and leadership, how AI is reshaping the workplace, and the mindset shift required to release control and embrace change. Gladys reminded me—and all of us—that delegation isn't weakness. It's wisdom.You can learn more about Gladys and her book A Layered Life at GladysDeClouet.com.

Today we are diving into part 2, but first… In Part 1, we talked about why your goals keep slipping and why you feel exhausted even when you think you're “resting.” Today we're going deeper — into the leadership patterns, clarity gaps, and subtle habits you don't always notice… but absolutely shape everything about how you lead. These are the lessons that shifted my clients out of anxiety, out of reaction mode, and back into aligned leadership. And I can't wait to share them with you.

In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim sit down with Tobin South, co-chair of the OpenID Foundation's AI Identity Management Community Group, to delve into the intricacies of identity management in the age of agentic AI. They discuss the challenges and solutions related to AI agents, the role of the Model Context Protocol (MCP), and the concept of recursive delegation and scope attenuation. Additionally, the conversation covers practical advice for developers and enterprises on preparing for AI-driven identity management and explores the cultural touchstone of coffee from various global perspectives.Connect with Tobin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobinsouth/OpenID Foundation: https://openid.net/Identity Management for Agentic AI (OpenID Whitepaper): https://openid.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Identity-Management-for-Agentic-AI.pdfConnect with us on LinkedIn:Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/Visit the show on the web at http://idacpodcast.comChapter Timestamps:00:00 – Jeff and Jim banter about unopened iPads and conference season05:55 – Introduction to Tobin South and his AI identity background07:00 – How AI has evolved from machine learning to generative models09:00 – The OpenID AI Identity Management Community Group10:30 – ChatGPT's impact on the AI perception shift12:00 – Users vs. Agents: What's the difference?14:00 – Letting the right bots in: AI agents vs. bad bots17:00 – AI impersonation, delegation, and the risk of shared credentials20:00 – Impersonation vs. Delegation – what practitioners need to know23:00 – Governance, oversight, and delegated authority for agents26:00 – Liability and “who is responsible” in agentic systems30:00 – How developers can prepare for agent identity and access management32:00 – Explaining the Model Context Protocol (MCP)36:00 – Enterprise use cases for MCP and internal automation38:00 – Is MCP the next SAML?42:00 – Recursive delegation and scope attenuation explained46:00 – The one key takeaway for IAM professionals48:00 – Lighter note: Coffee talk – from Sydney to San Francisco54:00 – Wrap-up and where to find more IDAC contentKeywords:IDAC, Identity at the Center, Jim McDonald, Jeff Steadman, Tobin South, OpenID Foundation, AI Identity Management, Agentic AI, Delegated Authority, Impersonation vs Delegation, Model Context Protocol (MCP), Recursive Delegation, Scope Attenuation, Identity Access Management, IAM, AI Governance, AI Standards, Enterprise AI, AI Agents, Identity Security

Welcome to the Practically Pastoring Hot Takes Episode — the one where we unintentionally roast half of evangelicalism and guarantee Andrew never gets invited to another conference again.From At-the-Movies sermons, to canceling church the Sunday after Christmas, to whether bad coffee means you hate visitors… this might be the most unhinged—and honest—episode we've ever recorded.Grab your headphones, brace yourself, and enjoy the chaos.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – The intro that might get us all fired00:35 – Hot Take #1: At-the-Movies (We said what we said)05:10 – Is the seeker-sensitive era dead?09:26 – Conference ad read (but actually funny)10:42 – Hot Take #2: Canceling the Sunday after Christmas19:36 – Why “Sabbath Sunday” might be missing the point20:45 – Hot Take #3: Your livestream probably needs help27:22 – Why live-stream views don't count as attendance30:11 – Hot Take #4: Multi-site churches & accidental celebrity culture37:11 – When a campus pastor becomes a hostage38:32 – Hot Take #5: “We're just being faithful…” or are we lazy?45:16 – Church revitalization and marketing46:19 – Lightning Round Hot Takes47:00 – Kids in service48:52 – Women on stage49:57 – Delegation or insecurity?52:47 – The real story behind “church hurt”56:26 – The most divisive issue of all: church coffee01:00:00 – Frank's wife Cori gets dragged into the show again01:01:12 – Conference invite + chaos outro

This Week In Startups is made possible by:Northwest Registered Agent - https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/twistCrusoe - http://crusoe.ai/buildGusto - https://www.gusto.com/twistToday's show: Delegating is its own unique skill, requiring training and a real investment of time and attention.On TWiST, Jason chats for a full hour with the founder of one of his favorite startups, Athena, which trains online assistants and pairs them with busy founders and executives. (Jason has 2!) But getting the MOST out of your executive assistants is less obvious than it looks. Jonathan unpacks some of the secrets to “Black Diamond Delegating,” and how he manages to keep 6 different high-level helpers operating at once.Plus, Jason and Jonathan look back at the Open Angel Forum days, where Jason invested in Jonathan's previous company, Thumbtack, praise the “Checklist Manifesto,” discuss the telltale signs you've achieved market pull, and lots more insights.Timestamps:(01:53) We're joined by Jonathan Swanson from one of JCal's fav startups, Athena!(02:02) Jason and Jonathan first met during the Open Angel Forum, when Jonathan was working on Thumbtack(06:44) Finding the “little touches” that can help make an app more delightful(9:47) Northwest Registered Agent - Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(12:05) The shift from Thumbtack to Athena was all about time(12:52) How Jonathan delegates to 6 exec assistants at once(14:22) Pricing Athena's EAs: Jason runs the numbers(15:09) Why Athena made Jason believe in hiring assistants again(18:15) Getting past the “Cardinal Sins of Delegation”(19:38) Crusoe Cloud: Crusoe is the AI factory company. Reliable infrastructure and expert support. Visit https://crusoe.ai/build to reserve your capacity for the latest GPUs today.(20:48) Will AI ever be able to replace Athena assistants?(23:41) Inside how Athena finds and trains assistants from around the world(27:01) How JCal became an Athena Ambassador… and almost crashed the system!(30:55) Gusto - Check out the online payroll and benefits experts with software built specifically for small business and startups. Try Gusto today and get three months FREE at https://www.gusto.com/twist(32:11) The magic of having assistants work on “backstop projects” and creative tasks(37:14) How to know when you have achieved market pull(40:05) Why getting the most out of delegating takes real investment and training(44:36) More praise for the Checklist Manifesto(46:26) Jonathan gives us a peek at what “Black Diamond Delegation” looks like(52:14) Jason's early experiences hiring overseas assistants, from the Mahalo days*Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp*Follow Lon:X: https://x.com/lons*Follow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelm/*Follow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis/*Thank you to our partners:(9:47) Northwest Registered Agent - Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(19:38) Crusoe Cloud: Crusoe is the AI factory company. Reliable infrastructure and expert support. Visit https://crusoe.ai/build to reserve your capacity for the latest GPUs today.(30:55) Gusto - Check out the online payroll and benefits experts with software built specifically for small business and startups. Try Gusto today and get three months FREE at https://www.gusto.com/twist

Kiera provides very specific tips for how a visionary CEO can keep their practice(s) flourishing on multiple levels without sticking their fingers in all the pies. She gets to the quick with a single question a leader should ask anytime a new task comes across their desk: Just because you can do something, does it mean you should? Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and I'm excited about today's topic and I hope you are too. Delegation, I feel like it's such a, ⁓ feels so hard. It feels like what should I do? What should I delegate? What should I not delegate? And this is for like helping you get to multi-level success. So whatever your success level is, whatever you want it to be, delegation is a huge portion of leadership. And I feel like,   especially in multi-practices, if you want to get to multi-practices, that's kind how I'm going to highlight this today. You have to ⁓ really get good at delegation. It's not about doing more. It's about doing more of the right things ⁓ and doing less of everything. And so really, really, really getting into that zone of genius, helping you out with that. So I'm excited about this. ⁓ I'll kind of work it through in a couple of different parts to make this easier for you. It's helping you know, what should I delegate? What should I keep?   and how to lead across all the locations with clarity. Because as you scale, a lot of people forget that they have to delegate, that they have to get different pieces. And so what happens is things just start to fall off the wagon. And that can get really, really scary. And then you're trying to like catch it all. And so many people, when they get into multi-practice ownership, they tell me like, I wish I would have just stayed at one. And I think, well, yes, there are benefits to staying at one. You had a call inside, you're so wanting to grow. It's just hard right now because we didn't set it up as   successful as we could have. Now, I am not one to judge. I did the exact same thing. And so I know the the taffy pole stretch of trying to do every single piece when you're a multi-practice ownership. And so this is coming from real life tactical, curious life experience of what we see with clients to give you the tips of the trade, to give you the secrets to success and doing it here on the podcast in such an open, friendly, welcoming, no judgment zone. More to just give you a hug to tell you, hey, you're doing better than you think you are. And let's give you some tactical practical tips to help you out.   So, A Team, we're obsessed with single practices, so multi-practices. We love to help owners build thriving practices at all levels. We love to work with practices anywhere from the startup zone all the way to the multi-location zone. Whether your plan is to build it into a legacy practice or to sell to a DSO or to whatever it is, there is no right answer with Dental A Team. It is your right answer. It is what is best for you, your life, your practice, and also allowing you the freedom to change that. So.   working with doctors and their teams to get to that high level success. ⁓ We are ultimately here to help you have the most profitable practice, the happiest team, the thriving practice of your dreams, and to do it on the easiest way possible. So that's what we're about. This is for ⁓ true, true, helping doctors become true CEOs, not ⁓ operators of their businesses to own their businesses to act in that seat rather than being the managers that oftentimes they are. So step one, when you're moving into this multi-practice ownership,   you are shifting and I want you just to know your identity is going to be stripped away. You're going to become the same thing that you feel very uncomfortable in because you've never done this, but this is what your organization needs and I think so often owners fail to rise to the need of the organization of what it needs and they like to stay where it's comfortable. And I remember as an office manager, I like when I truly stepped into the office manager role, I'm like,   Well, this is weird. I don't even know what I'm supposed to do. And you've got to just settle in and you'll figure it out very quickly. so helping you just know as the owner CEO of the company, what you have to own, like your true role is to own the vision strategy and culture. These are things that do not get delegated out. They're the core of the leadership. They're you setting the example. And when I realized, like, I remember one day I Googled like, what does a CEO do? Like I truly did not know.   ⁓ because I'd been a manager for most of my life. I'd been a doer most of it. I did not realize that my job was to own the vision, the strategy, and the culture. Now, not all CEOs, not owners of businesses actually enjoy the vision. You might not be a visionary and that's okay. You might just need to have somebody paired with you who's a really strong visionary. There's usually a visionary integrator according to Traction by Gina Wickman that I choose to, I subscribe to the strongest. So I'd be like a CEO and a COO. ⁓   The CEO is the visionary, the CEO always operations the day to day making the dreams happen. So it's like Walt and Roy Disney ⁓ are some good examples of that too. So when I'm looking at as a portion that you cannot delegate away, you've really got to own this vision strategy culture. That's you, you're the culture master, you're the strategy, you're the vision. So where are we headed? What does that look like?   ⁓ What's our 12 month? What's our three year? What's our 10 year target? That can still be, you set the like framework, the team builds it into a full complete picture. And then what's the culture that we want replicated across all the teams. So ⁓ when we start to get that vision strategy and culture aligned and ⁓ owners don't delegate that, you then can bring in hires faster. You can have core values. You can have KPIs like, because we know it's very clear. How do we act?   What are we going towards? And then what are the things that we need to measure? So this is truly something that when I realized like that was my job and it was the bigger picture piece, there's other people that do the day to day. It felt awkward. I'm not gonna lie. Like I was like, ⁓ I feel like I'm putting on a different t-shirt today. And like, I don't even feel comfortable. Like I don't look good in yellow. Well, you might not look good in it, but this is what the organization needs and nobody else is doing this besides you. So ⁓ the question is, if you're a multi-practice ownership and you're in this ownership role, question one is,   have I clearly communicated our vision? It's like, if Kiera or the Dental A team were to walk into my practice today and ask any team member, would they know the vision of our company? That should be a resounding yes. And if not, you have not communicated it enough and it has not been clear enough. Does your entire company know the core values and do they live them? And does every single practice know what their targets are for that practice and the KPIs they're tracking?   It's very simple way to ask yourself this. And I love to ask this and I love to come to offices. If you were to ask any member of our team member, they would be able to tell you, yes, we know exactly what our core values are. We know what the mission is of our company. We also know where we're headed. Now, I think I could be a bit more clear of where I'm headed in the three and tenure. My leadership team knows that a lot better. My core team knows where we're headed this year, what our core values are, and what the core values are of a company. We have this on a...   So some of them could rattle it off, our new team members, this is part of their onboarding. So helping you really figure that out is going to be paramount because now all your practices, all the locations are operating the same way and there's strong clarity. Step two is you're going to delegate operations for leaders. So this is kind of like the CEO versus the COO. So like realistically owners of like CEOs of DSOs and multi-practice ownership, you don't have to be a DSO for this. It can be multi, it can be private still.   I have a lot of private practices that are three, five, 10 locations. That's totally fine. You can do that, but you can't scale if you're still solving the supply issues and front desk drama and putting them. So you have to have a regional manager and a lead at each location. That's paramount. You need to have it. They need to have their KPIs and what they're tracking. They also need to know how to make decisions. Like what's the decision framework and how, what do I have decision making autonomy over at the office manager or regional monitor level versus what needs to get approval?   And then also we've got to have like training, not just tasks. So that way everybody has training of what do we need to do when we have that set up consistently. So you teach your team and you have a set protocol and process of how to run huddles. Like a system to me is something that no matter who you are, where you come from, whether you've been with us for one day or 10 years, you should be able to do the same thing and get the same results. So a huddle should have a form that everybody follows. You can have it broken down for me. I even have minutes next to it. Like this part's two minutes, part's five minutes. So it's a true 15 minute huddle.   for every single practice. Our one-on-ones have a set protocol of how do we do them, when are they run, and how often are they done, where are these things stored? We have a process of how we set up our rooms. We have a process of how we schedule. All these things that you start working on, and doctors who are owners and visionaries might not be good at these processes. So you need a really good regional or really good office manager or really good operations next to you to help build all these things so you do have confident leaders that are leading next to you. But this is everything that gets delegated out.   And there's a doctor that I worked with who's actually really, really great at checklists and operations and building. And I said, that's fine. Rock on. You got to pick which seat you want to be in. Do want to be in the CEO visionary seat or do you to be in the operations seat? Both are fine. Both are on the table. Both are doable. And you could honestly do both super, super, super well. You just have to decide which one you want to do. And this doctor, two years later sent me a message and they said, Kiera, I'm so glad you pushed me into that because as much as I was trying to do both, wasn't excelling in either.   So they moved into the CEO visionary role. They hired an amazing assistant to them. They hired an amazing regional manager and the practices are flourishing on multi-levels and they have seven locations now in their organization. But this way, there's not the bottlenecks. The CEO, the owner often creates these bottlenecks because they're not delegating those pieces. And then next up is going to be like, how do we actually systematize across the board all the locations? And... ⁓   So this is again, like we've talked about it so many times, it's KPIs, having a dashboard and a scoreboard so you know how every practice is doing, having leadership meetings with agendas and having communication that's very open amongst all practices. And then I do like a centralized training at least once a quarter, if not like once or twice a year. So that way all the teams and all the organization, I know this is a pain for people, but the more you get them all together, the more they realize that they're all on the same team, they're all there.   But like, this is not you owner, you're delegating these pieces. So you're delegating the reporting and the communication. So if you look at this really, you're not delegating the culture, you're not delegating the vision, and you're not delegating ⁓ the other piece to that is like the strategy of how we're going to get there. That's your world, that's what you're supposed to be doing. And then your job is to really rise up your leaders. But you are delegating operations, you are delegating systems, you are delegating meetings.   Like there's so much to your job that you've been used to doing that you're delegating. And me going from an office manager to a business owner, sometimes it's easy for me to get stuck in management because that's where I feel comfortable. That's where I feel good. ⁓ Vision and strategy, that's actually really hard to put on a scorecard and to account for my time to say like, yep, I put in 40 hours. Well, vision and strategy are not tasks. are, it's like fluffy clouds.   and they take quiet, they take ⁓ out of the office, they take ⁓ white noise time is what I like to call it. And it's actually very hard. And I think sometimes this is why CEOs don't like to go into this because it feels fluffy. feels, ⁓ I don't know, like so hard to track, if you will, which it is. But at the same time, if you do that job and you do it well, everything else falls into place and then you just check in on all the other pieces.   that are truly delegated. really, it feels so, sometimes I feel like it's unfair. I'm like, what? Like this is all I'm doing and this is everything else that they're doing? Tasks and vision do not get put in same buckets. They're not on a scale of equilibrium. It's not like, well, I spent three hours on vision so I should spend three hours on tasks. No, sometimes vision takes longer. Sometimes it's harder to build. Sometimes strategy's harder to build. The number of nights and times where I'm like working it through in my brain and I'm building it on paper and I'm working through like,   What does the company need and what is the culture and how am I going to show up and present and like, what are the meetings I'm going to put it in place? Just because that comes natural for visionaries does not mean that it should be shortchanged for operation that's task built and task focused. But all of this is literally delegated. So all you do is you own the vision and you delegate the operations and you delegate the systemization. Now you oversee it, you are a part of it, you can help create it. So that way it's there.   But this is how you have to start to operate in multi locations. A lot of times you are also over the hiring of new doctors ⁓ and then like the partnership portions within the company. If that's a piece of it, that's really what the owner CEO visionary C is responsible for. Yes, you might still do some clinical dentistry, but typically the more practices you build in, the more you're going to need to be overseeing the entire organization and doing less and less and less dentistry because it's something you can delegate out. No one else can do the vision, the strategy and the culture. They can't.   everything else can be delegated. And I know this feels weird. It feels awkward. And it's not always right away, but it will start to be something you phase out and phase out and phase out. And it actually becomes really fun and it becomes hard and it's a challenge, but that's what it is. Scaling is not doing all of it. It's about doing the right things as a leader. And this is something where so often we have a phrase in our company where we say, just because you can do it, does that mean you should do it?   So leaders, really want to ask the question, just because you can do it, and this is for regional managers, this is for office managers, this is for all leaders, just because you can do it, does that mean you are the best that should do it? We have some team members on our team that love to help out, and I am so grateful for that. Also though, creates that murky and muddy to where I actually don't know who I need to hire, because I've got five people doing something when two people should be able to do it, but I don't know, are they overworked or underworked, because we're all quote unquote helping. So having that.   clarity around is really going to help you. So this is a zone where when you're trying to scale multiple practices and you've got that taffy pole, it's the cue that you've got to step into the CEO level leadership and your practice might not need you fully a CEO yet. The business might not need you solely there yet. And so you've got to work on it in phases. And I think the phases are the hard part because you are taffy pulled. So you start to set up days and you start to set up blocks where this is my deep work time for CEO time. And then this is my clinical time. Then this is my...   CEO time, and then this is my culture time. This is my strategy time. And I hate the word strategy, it's the swear word in our company, but you do have to build strategy. You do have to talk to other people. have to work on those big relationships. Like that's part of what you do and not undermining it and getting you fully into the right person in the right seat for your organization is going to be paramount for you. And it does take a lot of time. And if you're someone like me, I talk to think, I don't think to talk.   So you might need somebody on the other side that works it through with you, whether that's a coach, whether that's a mentor, whether that's your manager, but being able to work through it so that way you're truly in that CEO seat. And so for this, this is strategic leadership. This is next level leadership. This isn't what you've been doing day in, day out, and it's for the next level. And so as you might even be a solo practitioner listening to the podcast today, helping you see what do I need to become and how do I evolve into this? Who do I need on the team? What players do I need to have with me?   are all going to be paramount for you to get to this great success that you have. So for this, if you're scaling, you're stuck, you feel like you're doing it all, reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. This is what we do. Our job is to make it to be simple, to be easier for you, to be more fun for you, and all around to create the freedom and the growth that you need to be successful. You have to have the space to do this. That's paramount for you to be able to do it. And we're here to help you along the way. And as always, don't do this alone. You don't have to. And just because you're learning a new role,   just like a lot of office managers are learning a new role. There's nothing wrong with that. We're here to help you. We're here to support you. You're not expected to know at all. So stop pretending like you need to and start to grow into the zones that you are truly great at. And as always, let us know how we can help you reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. Go to our website, TheDentalATeam.com book a call. Let's talk about it. Let's find your gaps. Let's give you some resources, no judgment, just massive momentum, massive clarity. And as always, thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on The Dental A Team podcast.  

The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode 417 HOSTS: Kyle Bergman and Colin Ambler GUEST: Dr. Peter Boulden DESCRIPTION In this episode of The Extraction podcast, Dr. Peter Bolden shares his insights on dental practice growth, focusing on staff engagement, effective systems, and the transition from clinical work to business management. He emphasizes the importance of clarity in career goals, the need for robust systems in practice management, and the value of gamification in team engagement. Dr. Bolden also discusses the significance of delegation and finding one's zone of genius to achieve a successful dental practice. TAKEAWAYS Dr. Peter Bolden emphasizes the importance of staff engagement in practice growth. Identifying the right dental model is crucial for success in a new city. Transitioning from clinical work to business requires effective systems. Clarity in career goals can prevent a 'lost decade' in dentistry. Systems should be dynamic and regularly updated to avoid chaos. Gamification can enhance team engagement and accountability. Delegation is key to freeing up time for business development. Understanding your zone of genius helps in effective delegation. Revenue growth can facilitate the transition away from clinical work. Regular audits of daily activities can help identify bottlenecks. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Dental Practice Growth 02:25 Starting a Dental Practice in a New City 06:50 Transitioning from Clinical to Business 10:31 Building Effective Systems in Dentistry 20:22 Gamification and Team Engagement in Dental Practices 21:16 Hygiene Reactivation Strategies and Metrics REFERENCES Bulletproof Summit Bulletproof Mastermind  

President Vladimir Putin has accused European countries of being on the side of war and putting forward proposals to end the conflict in Ukraine that they knew would be unacceptable. He added that Russia was ready for a wider war with Europe if that's what they wanted. Mr Putin was speaking shortly before he started talks with President Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner in Moscow. Also in the programme: a rising death toll after floods in Indonesia; and a Faberge egg sells for millions at auction.(Photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin, presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev and foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov attend a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, December 2, 2025. CREDIT: Sputnik/Alexander Kazakov/Pool via REUTERS)

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