Podcasts about Differentiation

Are you a law firm owner who is thinking about improving how the business operates? In this podcast episode, Tyson chats with Paul Yokabitus, a guest expert in legal and financial planning. They discuss Paul's journey in building a successful firm.Building a successful law firm involves understanding the risks that might exist. Tyson and Paul discuss how attorneys should operate when attacking these risks. It involves starting each day with an agenda that is intentional in getting things done and tackling any issues that arise. It is also important to be open to new opportunities as a business owner and preparing for the good and bad of running a firm.Client and customer service should be of top concern for law firms when it comes to measuring success. In a world where many businesses are using AI, attorneys need to prioritize customer service. This can include ensuring clients understand the legal process or going over documentation. AI should be used to streamline certain processes, so you can free up your time to service customers and clients.Listen in to learn more!05:19 Mindset of Successful People12:26 Differentiation in a Crowded Market13:32 The Importance of Client Service 16:55 Pivoting in Legal Practice 17:39 Finding the Right Team 24:21 Overcoming Failures Tune in to today's episode and checkout the full show notes here.Connect with Paul:Website Instagram  Facebook LinkedinYoutube  X

This week, Eric Vallee from Silver Fox MKE joins us to explore SEO and strategies for boosting your website traffic. He and Dave discuss effective tips for driving visitors to your site, optimizing your Google Business Profile, and the impact of AI on websites in recent years.

Send us a text#162 – Moving Through Family Conflict, part 2When you're in conflict with another person, that's normal and should be expected. The way you handle that conflict is important and can either damage the relationship or strengthen it. This episode goes into the tools of Differentiation and how we can use these tools to navigate conflict while strengthening ourselves and the relationship.    If you dream of a PEACEFUL holiday season with your family, but someone or something always throws you out of peace and into web of stress, this guide is for you.  Wouldn't it be nice if everyone would behave just the way you want them to? It's time to stop wishing for a miracle, and deal with the reality of your family dynamics.  This guide will be your holiday lifesaver.  The 3-Step Solution to Keeping Your Cool Around Family Holiday Drama CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD  Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She helps her clients move past contention in their homes and move into connection. It takes one person to begin changing unhealthy patterns. You can be the one. Tina is a positivity practitioner and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information

The 15th Annual B2B Content Marketing Report is out, and Michelle J Raymond sits down with Robert Rose to unpack what it all means for the future of B2B marketing. Today's episode is sponsored by Metricool. Make sure to register for a FREE Metricool account today. Use Code MICHELLE30 to try any Premium Plan FREE for 30 days.  https://i.mtr.cool/NEDXVZ Key moments in this episode:00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:52 Origins of the B2B Content Marketing Report 04:10 Current Trends and Challenges in B2B Marketing 05:32 The Identity Crisis in B2B Marketing 07:38 Encouraging Creativity and Differentiation 13:25 Practical Tips for Marketers 19:42 The Role of Technology in Marketing 26:30 Looking Ahead to 2025 30:23  Final Thoughts Connect with Robert Rose on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robrose/ The Content Marketing Research is available here - https://contentmarketinginstitute.com/articles/b2b-content-marketing-trends-research/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMONDMichelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn™️ B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn™️ and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn™️ Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn™️ Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more  - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #LinkedIn #ContentMarketing #B2BMarketing

Felipe Tomaz is Associate Professor of Marketing at the Saïd Business School at University of Oxford. He's about to publish a paper in the Journal of Marketing after analyzing 1,000 campaigns and a million customer journeys via Kantar and Wavemaker. With this paper, he'll be showing that "not all reach is created equal" as well as how few campaigns are actually effective. I invited Tom Roach to join me for this chat. Links Felipe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drfelipethomaz Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-roach-5b468026/ Mark: http://www.instagram.com/markpollard For strategy training, check out http://www.sweathead.com

812: Sharpen Your Vision: Differentiation Success – Part 4 – Adriana BoothThere are dentists on every corner of the country. So, why would patients come to you? In the final episode of this four-part series, Kirk Behrendt brings back Adriana Booth, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to help you answer this question. Embrace differentiation, and you can finally set your practice apart! To learn how by using ACT's free tools and resources, listen to Episode 812 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Adriana:Join Adriana on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adriana.boothFollow Adriana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrimariebSend Gina an email: gina@actdental.com Send the ACT team an email: info@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttSee the ACT Dental/BPA Live Event Schedule: https://www.actdental.com/eventGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 812: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosWatch Part 1, Episode 806 with Miranda Beeson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQLizN05Zn8Watch Part 2, Episode 807 with Carlie Einarson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLya9ItEvk4Watch Part 3, Episode 808 with Robyn Theisen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkrZg-ONkNsDownload ACT's Differentiation Tool: https://info.actdental.com/hubfs/PDF/Differentiation%20Tool.pdfDownload ACT's Better Practice Strategic Plan: https://23476641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/23476641/ACT_Dental_-_Better_Practice_Strategic_Plan.pdfMain Takeaways:Start by identifying your core customers.Do not skip identifying your core...

On this episode of Business Growth Talks, host Mark Hayward welcomes seasoned business coach Steve Preda to delve into transforming businesses through systemized frameworks. With a storied career starting in Hungary with investment banking, the episode explores Steve's journey to the US, facing challenges of adapting business strategies, and his evolution into a prominent coaching figure. The conversation provides entrepreneurs with actionable insights into scaling businesses through well-designed processes, strategies, and mindset shifts necessary for elevating company performance and market standing.In an engaging exchange, Steve shares his philosophical and practical grounding in aiding business growth using Summit OS and Strategy OS frameworks. He emphasizes the crucial role of building systems and cultivating leadership to drive organizational and financial growth. The episode also dives into how 'business mindset' can directly affect a company's success and the importance of having robust team dynamics comparable to a harmonious jazz ensemble. Steve's perspectives are particularly anchored in his personal experiences and transformative client stories, making this episode rich with pragmatic wisdom and valuable business coaching concepts.Key Takeaways:Embrace a 'business mindset' focused on growth rather than merely navigating the business landscape complacently.Successful growth relies on structured systems, coherency, and a team culture that can execute and evolve with business challenges.Differentiation in business strategy involves understanding and leveraging unique activities and overcoming constraints to build competitive moats.Delegation empowers teams to maximize leadership effectiveness, akin to operating as 'mini-CEOs.'Transition from startup to growth stage necessitates building scalable systems and processes that can absorb and amplify business momentum.Support the showIf you want to watch the full video of this episode go to:https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalksDo you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to:www.podcastintroduction.comFind more details about the podcast and my coaching business on:www.businessgrowthtalks.comFind me onLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw...Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Mina Mesbahi, Content Marketing Strategist and Consultant, joins hosts Dallion Durán-Ballén and Baylee Gunnell on this episode of Content Logistics to discuss building a unified content strategy. Mina emphasizes a methodical approach, drawing from her engineering background.She introduces her DDA framework: Direction, Differentiation, and Amplification. This approach helps businesses create a minimum effective content strategy by first identifying core messages and goals before choosing platforms or formats. Mina encourages listeners to ditch the "spaghetti at the wall" method and focus on amplifying what resonates.Mina also challenges traditional content marketing notions like forced consistency and arbitrary content ratios. Instead, she champions a flexible, data-driven approach that prioritizes quality, valuable content that drives real business outcomes.

On today's episode, I'm joined by Maurits Schön, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director at OneFootball. Maurits has an intriguing career journey, having made the leap from law into the world of sports media, joining OneFootball as Senior Legal Counsel. Since then, he has risen through the ranks while navigating a period of significant transformation for the company. It is this evolution that makes today's conversation so compelling. Once perhaps seen as just a football content aggregator, OneFootball has grown into a comprehensive platform. From expanding its OTT presence with recent landmark deals with the likes of MLS and Serie A, as well as launching a loyalty program and expanding into commerce, the company is redefining how fans connect with the beautiful game. Timestamps: 4:00 - Maurits Career Journey 6:00 - Unique Positioning of OneFootball 9:00 - Challenges with Club Apps 15:00 - Key Markets for OneFootball 16:00 - Collaborating with Apple and MLS 22:00 - Building a Loyalty Rewards Program 26:00 - Developing an OTT Offering (and PPV Access to Bundesliga 2) 30:00 - OneFootball Partnership with Serie A 34:00 - Non-Exclusive and Incremental Content and Rights Partnerships 37:00 - Differentiation from YouTube 41:00 - Having a Team in the Icon League 46:00 - Launching a Commerce Functionality Additional Links: Connect with Maurits on LinkedIn - Here Connect with Andy on LinkedIn - Here

Do you tell yourself you can't go out-of-network? If you do, stop! You can, and today's guest will teach you how. Kirk Behrendt brings in Eric Hubbard, a master marketer and founder of Pain-Free Dental Marketing, to help you be paid more to work less. If you're tired of the long hours, dealing with insurance, and less-than-ideal patients, listen to Episode 811 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Eric:Follow Pain-Free Dental Marketing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/painfree_dentalmarketingLearn more about Pain-Free Dental Marketing: https://www.painfreedentalmarketing.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttSee the ACT Dental/BPA Live Event Schedule: https://www.actdental.com/eventGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 811: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRead Traction by Gino Wickman: https://benbellabooks.com/shop/tractionMain Takeaways:If you don't have a solid admin team culture, you are not ready to go out-of-network.Demonstrate to patients that your excellence is beyond just “being a good dentist”.Keep your social media and website updated. This is where patients always look.View everything about your practice through the eyes of your patients.Be curious about your patients. Engage in meaningful dialogue.Get rid of your self-limiting beliefs. You can go out-of-network!Seeing more patients does not mean you earn more money.Invest in your practice — even in the smallest of ways.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:37 Eric's background.3:45 Why this is an important topic.7:11 Do this before exiting insurance plans.13:54 Look at the comprehensive patient experience.16:47 What is your system for asking for referrals?20:13 How are you demonstrating excellence?23:49 Also invest in the small things.27:52 Where and how to spend money in marketing.32:36 Differentiation, explained.36:16 Final thoughts.38:00 More about Pain-Free Dental Marketing.Eric Hubbard Bio:Before founding Pain-Free Dental Marketing, Eric Hubbard started his career in the corporate world. He built his marketing foundation...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Barry LaBov, a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, celebrated author, and brand strategist, as we dive into his new book, The Power of Differentiation: Win Hearts, Minds, and Market Share. With over forty years of experience helping hundreds of companies across diverse industries discover their magic and genius, Barry brings exceptional insights on what it takes to stand out in today's competitive land-scape. Beyond branding, we will explore Barry's wisdom on business and life, drawn from his remarkable career journey that began in the world of 80's rock music and evolved into a successful entrepreneurial path as the Founder and CEO of LABOV Marketing, Communications, and Training. Through real-world case studies and actionable steps, we'll uncover valuable lessons on differentiation, business, and personal growth that any listener can apply. Whether you're an established brand, entrepreneur or simply looking to be inspired, this episode will be a valuable listen.

David Brier, a global authority on branding, joins us to share insights from his upcoming book, "Rich Brand, Poor Brand: How to Unleash Your David in a World of Goliaths." Together, David and Tony unpack how visionary leaders like Steve Jobs and Elon Musk have harnessed their personal influence to forge iconic brands and discuss the often underestimated power of personal branding within the corporate structure. Branding is more than a facade; it's the art of differentiation that drives business success. David makes the case for branding as a foundational element that sets the stage for effective marketing and sales strategies. By sharing anecdotes and strategies, he demonstrates how small and medium enterprises can assert themselves in markets dominated by larger players, echoing the theme of unleashing potential in competitive landscapes. The episode also touches on the rarity and power of genuine business relationships, highlighting the profound impact of true customer engagement and attraction marketing. In an era dominated by AI, maintaining human connection is paramount. David and Tony explore the contagious nature of personal branding and the nuances of effective communication, from overcoming public speaking anxieties to leveraging modern technology for growth. This conversation concludes with the concept of micro shifts, revealing how subtle perceptive changes can preempt larger issues in business.  Key highlights: The Art of Differentiation in Branding The Importance of Branding Differentiation The Impact of Genuine Business Relationships The Value of Genuine Engagement The Power of Micro Shifts Connect with David Brier: Website: risingabovethenoise.com Facebook: David Brier Instagram: @risingabovethenoise Twitter: @davidbrier LinkedIn: David Brier Connect with Tony Whatley: Website: 365driven.com Instagram: @365driven Facebook: 365 Driven

Barry LaBov is a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, a nationally recognized author, brand strategist, and honored guest here on the YES, BRAND podcast. He is the Founder and CEO of LABOV Marketing, Communications, and Training—a full-service agency that specializes in helping clients discover and celebrate their brand differentiation. LABOV's clients include national and international brands in automotive, recreational products, premium spirits, motorcycles, PE firms, and more. Barry's upcoming book is entitled, “The Power of Differentiation, Win Hearts, Minds and Market Share.”

About the Guest(s):Alexis Thomason is an accomplished virtual art instructor at the Pearson Georgia Connections Academy. She has a robust background in teaching, having spent 25 years in various educational roles. Initially starting her career in middle school education with certifications in K-12 art and language arts for grades 4 through 8, Alexis transitioned to the virtual teaching sphere following her enriching experience during the COVID-19 pandemic. She is known for her dedication to fostering an inclusive and engaging educational environment that benefits all learners, including those with disabilities.Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of the Think Inclusive podcast, host Tim Villegas explores the realm of virtual education alongside guest Alexis Thomason from the Georgia Connections Academy. This episode dives deep into the possibilities and challenges of providing inclusive education in an entirely virtual setup. With the rapid transition to online schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic, many educators faced the challenge of adapting their teaching methods. Alexis shares her journey from traditional classroom teaching to becoming a virtual art educator and discusses how online education can be a viable and inclusive option for students, especially those with disabilities.As virtual education becomes a more prominent fixture in the educational landscape, Alexis outlines how Pearson Georgia Connections Academy operates as a tuition-free online public school, serving K-12 students. Emphasizing flexible learning and accessibility, Alexis explains how virtual schooling can uniquely support learners with disabilities, allowing for personalized and differentiated instruction. With insights on how virtual environments foster self-driven learning and teaching, Alexis provides a compelling case for educators and parents to consider virtual schooling as a potential avenue for their educational needs.Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/12q3Th8cahLWUnBULlKfYnN34soKey Takeaways:Virtual education can be an inclusive and accommodating environment for students, including those with disabilities, by offering personalized learning options.Pearson Georgia Connections Academy provides a flexible, 100% online schooling option that caters to K-12 students across multiple states.Differentiation in teaching methods is crucial in a virtual setting to cater to diverse learning styles and needs, helping ensure that each student receives the appropriate support.The transition to virtual education offers flexibility not just for students but for educators too, allowing them to find a teaching style that suits their personal needs and professional goals.Students can thrive in a virtual learning environment by receiving individualized support and having access to recorded lessons and flexible learning schedules.Resources:Pearson Connections Academy: https://www.connectionsacademy.com/Thank you to our sponsor, IXL! Learn more: https://www.ixl.com/inclusive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Points of Interest00:01 – 00:42 – Introduction to Guest: Marcel introduces Dr. Kristian Alomá, PhD, an expert in narrative psychology and author of Start With the Story, to discuss the power of storytelling in agency service design.00:48 – 01:14 – Background on Narrative Design: Kristian introduces his agency, Threadline, and explains narrative design as applying storytelling principles to branding, marketing, and business strategy.01:52 – 02:18 – What is Narrative Psychology? Kristian describes narrative psychology as the study of how people make sense of experiences through storytelling, emphasizing its importance in understanding client relationships.03:10 – 04:20 – Power of Storytelling: Marcel and Kristian discuss how storytelling resonates with both logical and emotional thinking, making it a powerful tool in sales and brand connection.05:38 – 06:30 – Changing Agency Landscape: Kristian explains how agency success has shifted from mere service delivery to forming meaningful client relationships that support brand values and identity.08:27 – 09:30 – Beyond Behavioral Marketing: Kristian discusses moving from a behavior-driven marketing approach to one focused on narratives that align with both client goals and agency values.10:23 – 11:33 – Client Relationships Across Career Stages: Kristian highlights the importance of adapting agency services to fit the evolving needs of clients as they grow from entry-level to executive roles.11:47 – 12:40 – Differentiation in a Specialized Market: Marcel and Kristian talk about how understanding clients' unique stories allows agencies to differentiate in an increasingly specialized market.15:08 – 16:15 – Hero's Paradox: Kristian explains the concept of the “hero's paradox,” where placing the client as the hero ultimately strengthens the agency's role as a trusted partner.18:50 – 19:18 – Identifying Client Struggles: Marcel asks Kristian for tactical advice on understanding client struggles, which Kristian breaks down through his STORY framework.19:17 – 20:25 – Introduction to the STORY Framework: Kristian outlines his framework: Struggle, Tools, Objectives, Rewards, and Yearning (STORY), as a guide to designing client-centered services.23:29 – 24:45 – The Importance of Understanding Struggles: Marcel and Kristian discuss the importance of going beyond surface-level problems to truly understand a client's struggle for deeper impact.27:39 – 28:32 – Focusing on Individual Challenges: Kristian emphasizes the need to view client challenges from the individual's perspective within the organization, making service solutions more impactful and personalized.Show NotesBook: Start with the Story: Brand-Building in a Narrative EconomyThreadline: Visit the WebsiteConnect with Kristian A. Alomá:LinkedIn ProfilePersonal WebsiteLove the PodcastLeave us a review here.

Daniel Den joins us this week to explore innovative strategies to help your business stand out in a crowded marketplace. Daniel shares insights on how to create a unique value proposition that resonates with your audience and keeps your brand top of mind. Daniel and Dave share the main elements to break through the noise and give actionable tools to gain a competitive edge and become a market leader.

Join us for a discussion standing out in a crowded leadership space. Mark Levy is a Differentiation expert and former advisor to Simon Sinek. One of my favorite parts of the interview is how he encourages clients to gather stories and use them at work. You can get the Magic of Feedback Guide (and other business system guides) to find issues before they become an expensive problem. Highlights from the interview: 1. Differentiation and positioning Mark discusses the importance of differentiation and positioning for businesses and leaders. He explains how he helps organizations and individuals stand out through unique ideas, messaging, and strategies. They discuss examples of how leaders can differentiate themselves and their organizations. 2. Gathering and using stories Mark shares techniques for gathering and leveraging stories within an organization, including having leaders share "proud moments" and systematically collecting stories about reliability, problem-solving, and other vital themes. They discuss how this can empower employees to communicate the company's unique value effectively. 3. The power of free-writing Mark introduces the free-writing technique he learned from author Peter Elbow. This technique involves 10-minute bursts of uninterrupted writing to access new ideas and insights. He explains how this process can help overcome the limitations of the internal editor and lead to creative breakthroughs. You can learn more about Mark Levy over at Levy Innovation. You can also connect with him on LinkedIn. As always, if you have any questions or want to submit an amazing guest for the podcast, just reach out to me on the Systematic Leader website, and I'll do my best to get them on. If you enjoy the interview, please take one minute to rate the Systematic Leader podcast on your favorite platform. Thanks!

In this episode of The CEO Project Podcast, host Jim Schleckser interviews Brent Yeagy, the CEO of Wabash, a publicly traded company specializing in transportation and distribution assets, including trailers and digital solutions. Wabash, founded in 1985, operates across manufacturing, service, and distribution locations, generating billions in revenue. The discussion delves into how Wabash differentiates itself through customer-focused, innovative services, including their subscription-based "trailers as a service" product. This approach helps clients with agile capacity without capital ownership, enhancing flexibility and efficiency for logistics companies. They explore how Wabash's offerings like agile trailer pools provide a competitive edge in a traditionally low-margin industry. The CEO also discusses Wabash's joint ventures and lean operational strategies, which extend beyond manufacturing to encompass strategic and innovative business practices, enabling faster deployment and more adaptable processes. Additionally, Schleckser and the CEO discuss navigating the cyclical nature of the transportation industry, with Wabash's lean balance sheet providing a foundation for resilience through economic downturns.

In this episode, Ken Shuman continues the series on emotional maturity by continuing the discussion on assessing what we have learned over the last several weeks. This week, we talked about what we learned in our first formation. What did you learn about people different than you, judging, and criticizing others different than you, and staying connected? This conversation was recorded in November 2024.

BONUS NEW CONTENT + Best of SMH Flashback from exactly 4 years ago. My parting gift to you. This week was (in 2021) the 10th anniversary of leaving my last corporate job and starting my own business. I didn't have a plan, but I did have the essentials: Ability, Passion, Effort, Attitude, Collaborators, Expectations, Ethics, Differentiation and last but certainly not least... a Value Proposition. What does this mean for you? Let's talk about it. After 10+ years of successfully growing my business The Golding Group, I have a lot of insights and advice for any business owner, from idea to execution to management. Check out The Golding Group Strategic Growth podcast on this subject with more technical advice here: bit.ly/StrategicGrowthPodcast THIS IS THE LAST EPISODE OF THIS PODCAST SERIES. New episodes ended on 5/18/24, but I have been posting "best of" and "flashback" episodes from the last 7 years until today. You can still find all the past episodes, swag and links to your favorite podcast platforms at https://saturdaymorninghustle.com. It's Saturday. I'm in the office. This is the #SaturdayMorningHustle podcast. Listen while your competition is still sleeping. https://bit.ly/ListenToSMH

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a Positive Review!Series Title: A Story of LDS Faith Expansion & Marital Resilience [Part II of III]In this in-depth episode of Latter Day Struggles, Valerie continues the three-part series with Katie and Jeremy, a couple now thriving following a rough time of transition as Katie was evolving in her relationship to God and spirituality. Val leads Katie and Jeremy in a conversation about their complex journey, focusing on creating a supportive and differentiated marriage. Key topics include intentional parenting, honoring individual spiritual pathways, and building a strong relationship based on values rather than uniform beliefs. They share personal stories and insights, offering hope and practical advice for others in mixed-faith marriages.Learn more about the online class created and facilitated by Valerie Hamaker [Establishing Safety as a Couple] discussed in this episode here **More sensitive or more psychologically advanced themes are saved for paid Friday episodes to protect the content creators from being mischaracterized by less familiar consumers.**LEARN HOW TO SUBSCRIBE TO FRIDAY EPISODES(Watch a 2-minute how-to video)THEN subscribe to Fridays here. TROUBLE WITH YOUR SUBSCRIPTION? Email: support@buzzsprout.comCONSULTING: Interested in doing individual or couples work with Valerie or a member of her trained team? Time-limited packages with Valerie and extended work with her team of coaches and therapists are available ⁠⁠here!⁠ SUPPORT GROUPS: Tuesdays 12:30p November 2024. Register here.OFFICE HOURS FOR FRIDAY SUBSCRIBERS: Register hereCLASSES: Visit our library.SUPPORT: Make a one-time donation to ⁠her business Venmo account⁠ or Patreon⁠....

Robb Munger, founder of Exodus Place, champions transitional housing for homeless men. With a background in finance, where he established a leading financial company in manufactured housing, Munger's journey took a pivotal turn when he joined the board of Guiding Light Mission. There, he propelled a struggling rescue mission into prominence and transformed a former state corrections facility into Michigan's largest non-governmental transitional housing, offering new beginnings to those in need. A former Army Officer, Munger's commitment to service shines through his philanthropic work and innovative solutions in community development. His collaboration with the Salvation Army and Goodwill in a small town within American City has showcased an innovative approach to addressing homelessness, demonstrating the impactful change that results from combining compassion with action. This initiative, with Munger at the helm, has become a testament to the power of collaborative community efforts in making a tangible difference in people's lives. What You Will Learn: Who is Robb Munger? Rob shares his early experiences in real estate, influenced by his father's involvement in construction and real estate. How did he purchase his first property—a duplex—at age 17 with his father's help? Rob talks about his time in military college, becoming a second lieutenant, and the impact of military discipline on his life. When did he decide to focus on business? Rob elaborates on his journey through different types of real estate investments, including fix-and-flips and land development. What are the different investment strategies? Differentiation between traditional buy-and-hold strategies and commercial property investment for accelerated appreciation. Discussion of cost segregation as a method for maximizing tax benefits through accelerated depreciation. Rob shares details about his current investments, including climate-controlled storage units and an industrial building for seasonal storage. How cost segregation can impact debt service ratios and the financial flexibility it offers investors? What is Exodus Place? Rob's personal journey that led to his involvement in nonprofit work after a chance encounter with a homeless individual. Rob's transition into a leadership role within the nonprofit sector and his efforts to turn the organization around financially. What are the challenges in nonprofit leadership? What is the difference between active and passive income and how Exodus Place represents a proactive solution to homelessness? The importance of building relationships and understanding the needs of individuals in the community, shifting the focus from purely financial metrics to human connections. Rob reflects on his personal growth throughout this journey and the lessons learned from working alongside those he aimed to help. Darin shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from Robb Munger: Website: https://www.exodusplace.org/ Email: robb@robbmunger.com  Phone: +1 (616) 550-8090 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbmunger/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExodusPlace/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exodus.place.gr/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMrDXQpIbWhBJbOV-dhJQZA Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW!   Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg  

Ready to transform your teaching? In this episode of EduMagic, host Dr. Sam Fecich dives into Universal Design for Learning (UDL) with UDL expert Sarah Grossi! This episode is packed with practical tips and real-world examples to help you make your classroom more inclusive, engaging, and supportive of all learners.From boosting student choice and voice to designing lessons that allow every student to thrive, Sarah shares her go-to UDL strategies to create a learning environment where students feel empowered to succeed.Join us as we break down the three core UDL principles—engagement, representation, and expression—and discover how to apply them effectively in your daily teaching. Plus, find out how you can earn your Associate UDL Credential to level up your skills and stand out as an inclusive educator!Tune in for:Engagement Tips: Strategies to keep every student engaged and motivated.Representation Insights: How to present information in diverse, accessible ways.Expression Tools: Creative ways for students to demonstrate their knowledge.Whether you're new to UDL or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode will inspire you to take action and make every lesson more meaningful. Perfect for educators seeking to create a classroom where all students can shine!

Carol Ann Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor Emeritus at the University of Virginia's Curry School of Education and Human Development. Prior to joining the faculty at UVa, she was a public school teacher for 21 years. During that time, she taught students in high school, preschool, and middle school, and administered district programs for struggling and advanced learners. She was Virginia's Teacher of the Year in 1974. Carol was named Outstanding Professor at Curry in 2004 and received an All-University Teaching Award in 2008. In 2023, she was #16 on in the Education Week Edu-Scholar Public Presence Rankings of all university-based academics who are contributing most substantially to public debates about schools and schooling. In that same list, she was ranked as the #4 most influential voice in Curriculum & Instruction. Carol is author of over 300 books, book chapters, articles, and other educational materials including: (from ASCD) How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms (3rd Ed.), The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners (2nd Edition), and (with David Sousa) Differentiation and the Brain: How Neuroscience Supports the Learner- Friendly Classroom. Her most recent books are: So Each May Soar: The Principles and Practices of Learner-Centered Classrooms (ASCD, 2021) and Everybody's Classroom: Differentiating for the Shared and Unique Needs of Diverse Learners (Teachers College Press, 2022). Her books on differentiation are available in 15 languages. Carol works throughout the United States and internationally with educators who seek to create classrooms that are more equitable and effective for academically diverse students. -Never intended to be a teacher, but ended up a middle school educator. Traveled and commuted with a friend who became her learning partner. She had a diverse range of needs within her classroom of 40. -If we taught the whole class we were doomed, we needed to  try something new. -We wanted our students as our partners. They told us how to help them more, what they liked, what they disliked, and what we could tweak to make learning better. She remained in that school for 21 years. -Differentiation -is a teaching model and it has to do with everything we do within a classroom and within schools.It can give us guidance to be better in every aspect of how we teach. -Resistance is human. Our job is not to wallow in it but to circumvent it. Our job is to make this classroom better for whoever walks through the door that day. -Coaching should not be a revolving door schedule. There is more opportunity when coaches deeply understand differentiation first and let go of their, “yes, buts…” -Help a teacher move forward confidently and competently-Teaching is complex. A good leader needs to be a little ahead of the game. -Aspire to get better in all elements of teaching- one element at a time. -Voice and choice are important in their learning, they have things they can teach us. Use time and space and materials flexibility. We can reach out to  connect children's experience, their experience and their knowledge.  -Show us that you know this, understand this and then can you show this, and can make a choice in how you show me. Make your choice in how you can show what you know.  -There are many ways to be able to reach out to kids. Putting students at the center of their learning and teaching. What about these students? It is helping them to take charge from there. Scaffolding is so vital to so many learners.  -Grace, the bottom line is grace, everyone in education needs to give themselves and each other grace every single day.   Connect with Carol: Twitter-@cat3y LinkedIn-Carol Ann Tomlinson ASCD - Carol Ann Tomlinson So Each May Soar: The Principles and Practices of Student Centered Instruction or Everybody's Classroom

to watch this episode, subscribe to my YouTube channel: optYOUmize podcast Youtube optYOUmize is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy and HelloFresh - America's #1 Meal Kit Summary Brett Ingram interviews Roy Osing, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience. Roy shares his journey from a systems analyst to leading a billion-dollar internet company, emphasizing the importance of differentiation in business. He discusses the concept of being unique, understanding customer cravings, and the deliberate act of entrepreneurship. Roy also introduces his strategic planning process, focusing on creating an 'only statement' to define uniqueness and the challenges of achieving clarity in business strategy. In this conversation, Roy Osing shares his insights on business success, emphasizing the importance of embracing imperfection, focusing on customer retention, and executing audacious strategies. He discusses the need for businesses to differentiate themselves and the significance of hiring passionate individuals who connect with customers. Osing advocates for a deliberate approach to success rather than relying on accidental achievements, urging entrepreneurs to put aside traditional methods and embrace innovative thinking. Visit https://www.bedifferentorbedead.com to learn more about Roy's work and to join him in the BE DiFFERENT or be dead conversation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Roy Osing's Journey 05:50 The Importance of Differentiation 12:13 The Deliberate Act of Entrepreneurship 17:46 The Only Statement: Defining Uniqueness 23:44 Chasing Perfection vs. Embracing Imperfection 29:50 Audacious Strategies for Business Success 35:55 Hiring for Passion and Human Connection #differentiation #bedifferent #personaldevelopment #optyoumize #brettingram #entrepreneurpodcast #podmatch

Tom Shimko, a seasoned expert in customer experience (CX) and marketing, to discuss the ROI of CX. Tom highlights the necessity of treating CX as a strategic imperative rather than a mere nicety. He unpacks the IDIC framework by Peppers and Rogers, emphasizing identification, differentiation, interaction, and customization as key steps. Tom shares insightful case studies, including work with 1800 Flowers, AIG, and Prudential, demonstrating how targeted CX improvements can significantly enhance customer value and reduce attrition. He underscores the importance of aligning CX initiatives with senior leadership's goals and understanding customer needs at every lifecycle stage to justify continued investment in CX efforts. What are some misconceptions about proving the value of customer experience? Addressing misconceptions helps CX leaders understand the critical elements that often go overlooked or misunderstood. Tom highlights the importance of measurable metrics in customer experience, which are essential for justifying investments and making informed decisions. It also helps shift the view of customer experience from being a "nice to have" to a strategic necessity. How does the IDIC framework relate to the customer lifecycle? Tom discusses the IDIC framework, which includes Identification, Differentiation, Interaction, and Customization. Understanding this framework allows businesses to segment their customers effectively, address their needs more precisely, and measure the impact of their strategies. By relating it to the customer lifecycle, Tom shows how this framework can be applied in real-world scenarios to enhance customer relationships and drive business growth. Can you walk through some use cases from your experience to give leaders a blueprint for how they might identify opportunities to calculate the ROI of CX? Real-world examples and use cases provide practical insights and a blueprint for CX leaders. Tom's examples from 1-800-Flowers, AIG, and Prudential show how specific strategies can have a significant impact on business metrics like customer retention, revenue, and cancellation rates. These use cases offer actionable steps for leaders to follow and adapt to their unique contexts. Meet Tom! Tom Shimko brings a background of 20+ years of experience leading marketing, customer experience, and strategic planning in both senior management and consulting roles.  These have included building and leading the consulting division as a Senior Managing Partner at Peppers & Rogers Group, Director of International Marketing at Prudential, Head of Marketing Intelligence and Customer Experience at GE Capital, SVP, Customer Retention and Loyalty at AIG, and as the Chief Marketing Officer at Pitney Bowes, Danbury Health Systems, and the DMA.  His consulting clients cross B2B, B2C and Nonprofit sectors, and include organizations such as Acxiom, Oracle, 1800Flowers, Space.com, Jaguar, Wolters Kluwer, Rodale Publishing, the American Cancer Society, and the Young President's Organization.  Tom currently leads Shimko1to1.com, where he helps organizations to increase customer acquisition, improve retention, and grow customer value, by focusing on customer needs, potential value, and by improving the customer experience.  Known for driving transformative growth, Tom excels in crafting innovative customer-centric strategies and leveraging data-driven insights, with a focus on action, impact and results. 

In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers sits down with Steve Bruder from Foxen to discuss how Foxen integrates renters' insurance compliance and risk management solutions into property management. The conversation highlights how property managers can use Foxen's system to ensure compliance with insurance requirements, prevent gaps in coverage, and generate ancillary income through revenue sharing. Steve provides insights into how Foxen's innovative approach addresses the often-overlooked problem of tenants canceling insurance policies, which can leave property owners vulnerable to costly claims. This episode emphasizes how commercial insurance agents can leverage Foxen's solutions to differentiate themselves in the habitational real estate space, improve client retention, and enhance the value they offer to clients managing larger property schedules. Key Points: Closing Renters Insurance Compliance Gaps Foxen ensures consistent renters insurance compliance, protecting landlords from uninsured claims—an issue their founders faced firsthand. Opportunity for P&C Agents Foxen helps agents differentiate by providing a revenue-sharing model for property managers, making renewals easier and adding value beyond insurance. Identifying Ideal Prospects Ideal clients are property managers struggling with insurance compliance or uncovered claims. Foxen manages compliance to save time and reduce risk. Efficient Claims Process Foxen's in-house claims team and digital system streamline the process, handling common issues like water or fire damage caused by tenant negligence. Standing Out in a Hard Market With rising premiums, Foxen enables agents to offer unique, risk management solutions instead of just cutting costs, creating a competitive advantage. Additional Rent Reporting Services Foxen also offers rent reporting, especially useful in states requiring landlords to report on-time rent payments, adding even more value for clients. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Steve Bruder LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Killing Commercial Foxen Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes

Industry experts Paul Barron, Rudy Miick, and Paul Molinari discuss the evolving fast-casual restaurant landscape on Restaurant Masterminds podcast, emphasizing the critical need for brand differentiation, operational consistency, and unique value propositions. The conversation explores emerging opportunities in health-conscious and allergen-friendly dining, while highlighting challenges in managing food costs and maintaining brand identity. Key insights include the struggles of established chains like Chipotle and Cava to distinguish themselves, the importance of reliable customer experiences, and the potential growth in specialized dietary segments, all while keeping core costs under control to deliver perceived value.FastCasualDining #RestaurantInnovation #FoodServiceTrends

This podcast interview focuses on the entrepreneurial journey to build deep vertical business solutions that deliver 10x value for every 1x in price charged. My guest is Dan Uyemura, CEO of Pushpress. Dan has had an entrepreneurial spirit from a young age. He was a Dot-com era pioneer: During college, he founded Mixture.com, a platform that was ahead of its time and preceded social media giants like Myspace.  After working in tech, including a stint at Myspace, he made a dramatic career pivot by opening his own CrossFit gym.  He quickly got frustrated with the poor software options available for gym management. So in January 2012, he leveraged his tech background to create PushPress and rebel against manual paperwork and complicated, overpriced software. Their mission: to make gym management
 the easiest part of starting a fitness business.  And this inspired me, and hence I invited Dan to my podcast. We explore his journey from MySpace coder to gym owner to software entrepreneur. Dan shares his insights on what it takes to create a competitive advantage that's hard to beat. He elaborates on empathy-driven support, value-based pricing, and the "layer cake" approach that makes his SaaS products invaluable. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on customer value over traditional SaaS metrics and shares innovative strategies to outmaneuver competitors. Last but not least, he shares his data-driven decision-making framework and lessons on team building.  Here's one of his quotes "Money is an output. It's the result of energy spent somewhere else. So the problem is, a lot of people build those businesses around money. How do I make more money? How do I generate more money? How do I increase my top line? Or bottom line? The reality is that's an output, and you can never affect an output. You can only affect the input. And the input is the order of magnitude and the sheer volume of value you provide to customers. That's what you got to focus on." During this interview, you will learn four things: How he's tuning his product strategy to grow a highly defensible position against competitors. His framework for building conviction and speeding up decision-making in feature development How he overcame the balancing act of horizontal feature breadth with vertical depth improvements His approach to innovating pricing models to outmaneuver competitors and accelerate growth. For more information about the guest from this week: Dan Uyemura Website: Pushpress Subscribe to the Daily SaaS Reflection Get my free, 1 min daily reflection on shaping a B2B SaaS business no one can ignore. Subscribe here Yes, it's actually daily. And yes, people actually stay subscribed (Just see what peer B2B SaaS CEOs say) My promise: It's short. To the point. Inspiring. And valuable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coaching teachers can be overwhelming, especially if we try to coach them all the same way! When we differentiate our work based on a teacher's current needs, we make it much more meaningful! This past semester, I worked with several coaches to apply strategies from my Instructional Coaching Strategy Toolbox to their work. Today, I invited one of these coaches, Gina Armstrong, to talk about her experience using the strategies and how it affected her coaching! During the podcast, we talk about the tools Gina used and which ones she found most impactful. We also discuss leveraging low-level strategies into higher-impact coaching work. Gina shares advice about what she learned and explains how using these different approaches allowed her to respond to teachers in more meaningful ways. Listen now to hear Gina's Instructional Coaching Strategy Toolbox success story! -Chrissy Beltran   Buzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/   Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-B   Instructional Coaching Cycle Forms & Coaching Introduction Slide Show - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/product/coaching-cycle-forms-and-slide-show-for-instructional-coaching   FREE Coaching Menu - https://www.buzzingwithmsb.com/coachingmenu   Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode213   Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It's free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching! Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

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In this podcast, Trevor Nelson and Nikki Barjon discuss the significance of branding for nonprofits, emphasizing the need for differentiation over competition. They share insights on the importance of storytelling in branding and the personal journey of self-discovery that led to the creation of Nikki's book, 'Brand New.' The discussion highlights the role of community building and the inner work required to understand one's mission and impact. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Brxnd Sportsplex and Polymath Identity 03:07 The Importance of Branding for Nonprofits 06:00 Differentiation vs. Competition in Branding 09:06 Understanding Your Mission and Impact 11:46 The Power of Storytelling in Branding 15:05 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Storytelling 17:53 Introducing Nikki's New Book: Brand New 21:04 The Inner Work of Branding and Community Building 23:48 Reflections on Personal Growth and Communication 26:58 Conclusion and Future Aspirations (Guest) Nikki Barjon's Info: Learn about Nikki - https://www.nikkibarjon.com/ Buy Nikki's book - https://www.nikkibarjon.com/blank-1 Find her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkibarjon/ Develop your brand - https://www.thebrandshoppe.co/our-focus Her nonprofit - https://www.brxnd.co/

RESOURCES Quick Start Guide: www.leslievernick.com/start  Pattern Questions to Ask: When was the first time ... When was the last time...  What is a typical time? What's the worst time? Summary: In this episode, Julie Sedenko and relationship expert Leslie Vernick discuss how to recognize and address destructive relationships. Leslie highlights five key signs of a destructive relationship and offers advice on navigating these challenging situations. Identifying Red Flags in Marriage Explanation of common red flags that may indicate a relationship is becoming destructive. Recognizing Patterns of Destructive Behavior Importance of identifying repeat patterns in behavior that are harmful. Differentiation between occasional mistakes and ongoing destructive patterns. Sign One: Feeling Controlled Indicators of control and manipulation in a relationship. Psychological and emotional impact of being controlled. Sign Two: Feeling Afraid Understanding fear in non-physically abusive relationships. Common fears and their effects on the dynamics of a relationship. Sign Three: Feeling Confused The role of gaslighting in causing confusion. Strategies for regaining clarity and validating one's own reality. Sign Four: Feeling Objectified Recognizing when one is being treated as an object rather than a partner. The emotional toll of objectification. Sign Five: Deception Impact of chronic deception on trust and safety in a relationship. Recognizing the signs of deceit and its consequences. Navigating Deceptive and Manipulative Behavior Dealing with duplicity and manipulation in relationships. Strategies for protecting oneself and maintaining sanity. Taking Control of Your Happiness Personal anecdotes and empowerment stories. Importance of self-celebration and taking charge of one's own well-being. Recognizing Destructive Patterns and Seeking Safety Identifying patterns and understanding their frequency and intensity. Assessing personal boundaries and safety measures.

I just returned from one of the Top Amazon Seller conferences, AMZ Innovate, and I wanted to share some of what I learned with you! Also have a listing teardown that I did for a seller while at the show. Anyone can sell on Amazon including you!

Send us a text“Don't be so hard on yourself and allow yourself to be who you are.” - Barry LaBovIn this multifaceted episode of the Deep Wealth Podcast, host Jeffrey engages with Barry Lebov, renowned brand strategist, entrepreneur, and author. The episode traces Barry's journey from a young musician to the CEO of Lebov Marketing, highlighting how he transformed challenges into success stories, including winning the Ernst Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.04:34 Barry Lebov's Journey09:53 The Power of Differentiation18:23 The Importance of Storytelling24:18 Uncovering Your Unique Value27:37 Creating a Unique and Priceless Plan32:05 Learning from Century-Old Companies40:00 Avoiding the Perfect Trap42:25 The Future of Differentiation in the Age of AIClick here to subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast to save time and effort.SELECTED LINKS FOR THIS EPISODEDifference Talks Podcast SeriesLABOVlabovandbeyond | X@labovmktg • Instagram LaBov and Beyond | FacebookLABOV - YouTubeBarry LaBov  | LinkedInBarry LaBov Writes@labovmktg | TikTokBook: The Power of Differentiation eBook : LaBov, Barry: Kindle StoreResources To Have You Thrive And ProsperLooking to unlock your path to wealth and success? The Deep Wealth Podcast is your go-to source to extract your deepest wealth in business and life. Picture yourself mastering the foundational strategies that led our founders to a 9-figure exit. Ready to grow your profits, boost the value of your business, and optimize your life post-exit? Shoot us a quick email at insights[at]deepwealth.com with "Deep Wealth" in the subject line for more info. Click the links below to explore the resources, gear, and books that have paved the way for our guests and the high-achieving Deep Wealth team to reach remarkable success. Here's to helping you unlock the riches and success you deserve! https://www.deepwealth.com/thriveContact Deep Wealth: Client testimonials The Deep Wealth Strategy Map LinkedIn Instagram Subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast Help us pay it forward by leaving a review.May you continue to thrive and prosper while remaining healthy and safe!

In this episode of Finding Arizona Podcast, we explore A Safe Pool's journey in revolutionizing pool safety. Founded to prevent pool-related accidents, A Safe Pool has become a trusted provider of removable pool fencing designed to keep children and pets safe while preserving backyard aesthetics. The company's commitment to quality and safety education has driven its growth from a local business to a national presence. Now, through a collaboration with Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps and the Michael Phelps Foundation, A Safe Pool is amplifying water safety awareness by promoting essential layers of protection—such as barriers, alarms, and supervision. In this episode, you'll learn: Essential safety tips for creating a secure pool area at home. How A Safe Pool's removable fencing combines protection with visual appeal. Key Moments in This Episode: 00:04:00 - Intro to Pool Safety 00:08:44 - Product Development Journey 00:12:54 - Focus on Quality and Differentiation 00:15:12 - Employee Training and Community Education 00:19:23 - National Impact and Future Goals 00:25:40 - Collaboration with Michael Phelps Foundation 00:33:51 - Encouraging Community Awareness 00:35:46 - Final Thoughts and Resourcese Resources Mentioned: Learn more about pool safety products at asafepool.com. Schedule a consultation with A Safe Pool's Arizona office at 480-622-0706. Follow A Safe Pool on social media for updates on water safety and their partnership with the Michael Phelps Foundation. Connect with Finding Arizona Podcast: YouTube: Finding Arizona Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/findingarizonapodcast Website: findingarizonapodcast.com Twitter: twitter.com/findingarizona

In this episode, Ken Shuman continues the series on emotional maturity by continuing the discussion on assessing what we have learned over the last several weeks. This week, we talk about boundaries and self-differentiation. What did you learn about yourself in your first formation? This conversation was recorded in November 2024.

Are you fascinated by the intersection of health and entrepreneurship? In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Michael Tecku, founder of Momentum Shake. Michael shares the story behind creating a health product designed to enhance longevity, with the ambitious goal of adding a million years to human life. Dive into his journey from music scouting to mastering the health supplement industry, where he challenges the status quo with a focus on quality and integrity. Listen as we explore the rigorous process behind Momentum Shake, from concept to market, and Michael's philosophy on creating products that not only promise longevity, but also ensure enhanced daily vitality. We dive into the nuances of entrepreneurial life, how Michael's past experiences shape his leadership and operational strategies today, and more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4fi8Jrd Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners?  Learn more here.   Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups?  Subscribe via email.

Katie, Nicolaie, Gbolahan and Steven discuss takeaways for EM Edge economies from last week's IMF/World Bank meetings. Investors started the year ready to increase their exposures to EM Edge economies spurred by improved fundamentals, attractive valuations and reduced US recession risks. Improving fiscal and current accounts, better growth, high nominal (and real) rates and structural reform efforts drove interest in a diverse set of Edge economies. That interest remains intact. Yet, stories remain highly idiosyncratic which warrants differentiation. Following an overview of broad themes, the podcast goes into the most top-of-mind frontier markets from last week's meetings. Speakers: Katherine Marney, Emerging Markets Economic and Policy Research Gbolahan Taiwo, EM, Economic and Policy Research Nicolaie Alexandru-Chidesciuc, EM, Economic and Policy Research Steven Palacio, EM, Economics Research This podcast was recorded on 31 October 2024. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-4829599-0 for more information; please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2024 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party. It is permissible to use J.P. Morgan Data for internal business purposes only in an AI system or model that protects the confidentiality of J.P. Morgan Data so as to prevent any and all access to or use of such J.P. Morgan Data by any third-party.

The market still hasn't seen any examples of huge success in AI monetization for consumer-facing products, but Apple is differentiated in that its AI is free with a new Iphone or recent product. We dive into whether or not that will work out. Plus, OpenAI is rolling out a search function for ChatGPT, able to provide realtime access to things like sports, weather, and stock data, in a major challenge to Google and startup Perplexity. 

Follow me @samirkaji for my thoughts on the venture market, with a focus on the continued evolution of the VC landscape.Today I'm excited to speak with the founding team of Chemistry, a new venture firm led by Kristina Shen, Ethan Kurzweil, and Mark Goldberg, who recently spun-out of blue chip firms Andreessen Horowitz, Bessemer, and Index Ventures, respectively. The firm just announced a significantly oversubscribed $350MM debut fund. As a new entrant to the market (in the toughest time to start a new firm in over a decade), I wanted to ask them about their blueprint for building a firm, including how they chose to partner up and the work they did beforehand, LP strategies and selection, and what they felt was their unique reason to exist in a highly competitive market. About Kristina ShenKristina Shen is Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Chemistry Ventures, overseeing a $350M fund focused on early-stage software investments. Formerly a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (2019-2024), she led significant investments in Mux, Pave, Wrapbook, and Rutter. Kristina specialized in high-growth startups.She began her venture career as a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners (2013-2019), working with companies such as Gainsight, Instructure, and ServiceTitan. Previously, she worked in investment banking at Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse, focusing on technology sectors.About Mark GoldbergMark Goldberg is Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Chemistry Ventures since, investing in seed and Series A software startups. Previously, a Partner at Index Ventures (2015-2023), he worked with companies such as Plaid, Pilot, Intercom, and Motive, establishing a strong fintech and software portfolio.Prior to Index, Mark worked at Dropbox in Business Strategy & Operations and Strategic Finance (2013-2015), where he contributed to growth strategies during Dropbox's scaling phase.He started his career as an Analyst at Morgan Stanley (2007-2010) before joining Hudson Clean Energy as a Senior Associate. Mark holds an AB in International Relations from Brown University.About Ethan KurzweilEthan Kurzweil is Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Chemistry Ventures, leading investments at the seed stage for tech-driven startups. He also serves as a board member for companies like Intercom and LaunchDarkly.Previously, Ethan was a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners (2008-2024), where he worked with companies such as HashiCorp, Twilio, and Twitch. His focus on software and digital platforms spanned roles as board member and investor, contributing to significant IPOs and acquisitions.Early in his career, Ethan worked in business development at Linden Lab (creators of Second Life) and served as a Senior Manager in the CEO's Office at Dow Jones. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and an AB in Economics from Stanford University.In this episode, we discuss:* (01:43): Importance of Team Chemistry and Partnership Formation* (03:27): Challenges of Building a Firm in the Current Environment* (08:00): Unique Value Proposition for Early-Stage Founders* (10:18): Early-Stage Focus and Differentiation from Large VC Firms* (16:12): Fundraising Insights and LP Relationship Building* (19:00): Choosing Aligned LPs and Targeting Long-Term Partnerships* (27:23): Single-Trigger Investment Decision-Making Model* (30:12): Balancing Conviction with Collaborative Feedback* (35:23): Independent Decision-Making for Follow-On Investments* (39:19): Personal Contrarian Beliefs about the Venture Industry* (42:18): Closing Remarks on Building a New Venture FranchiseI'd love to know what you took away from this conversation with Kristina, Mark, and Ethan. Follow me @SamirKaji and give me your insights and questions with the hashtag #ventureunlocked. If you'd like to be considered as a guest or have someone you'd like to hear from (GP or LP), drop me a direct message on Twitter.Podcast Production support provided by Agent Bee This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ventureunlocked.substack.com

Renowned sports psychologist Dr. Rick Jensen draws on his remarkable experience coaching 33 major champions across golf and tennis to reveal the mindset of elite performers. Dr. Jensen shares how performance psychology principles apply far beyond sports, offering powerful insights for excelling in insurance. He explores the value of specialization, emphasizing the competitive advantage professionals gain by becoming trusted consultants within specific niches rather than staying generalists. Highlights include: (00:00) - Rick Jensen on Growth and Leadership (12:51) - Specialization and Differentiation in Professional Advice (17:16) - Unleashing Achievement Mindsets in Leadership (32:30) - Analyzing Performance Stats for Success (39:19) - Measuring Performance Metrics in Agencies (43:36) - Learn From Experience (50:45) - Creating the Best Agency Our conversation delves into the transition from transactional to consultative relationships, highlighting how targeting a specific audience with tailored advice can elevate client connections and revenue. Dr. Jensen illustrates how professionals can benefit from a champion's mindset, including achievement motivation, deliberate efficiency, and the importance of structured time management. This episode sheds light on practices that help top achievers reach new heights, offering listeners actionable strategies to build focus, resilience, and consistent growth. To get started on your agency's growth plan, visit www.sitkins.com/bookacall

In this episode of Content Briefly, we've interviewed Robyn Showers, Director, of Content Marketing at Apollo.io, and discussed what it is like to be in a mature company with an established content program, the story behind Apollos' book publishing, and more.This episode is brought to you by our friends at Minuttia (https://minuttia.com).************************Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:03 Who is Robyn Showers?03:35 Robyn's background.06:25 What is Apollo.io?08:39 Writing approach at Apollo.io.10:37 Apollo.io's content program.13:53 The story behind the Outbound Sales book.19:01 The process for writing and publishing the book. 22:33 What is Appolo Magazine?26:10 Managing the content program for an established company.31:48 How are the industry changes affecting Apollo's content strategy?36:28 Learn more about Robyn and Apollo.io and get in touch.37:19 Outro************************Useful Links:Robyn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynshowers/https://www.apollo.io/academy/guides/pipeline-generationhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHJ7VWJ9************************Stay Tuned:► Website: https://www.superpath.co/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@superpath► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/superpath/► Twitter: https://twitter.com/superpathco************************Don't forget to leave us a five-star review and subscribe to our YouTube channel.

Have you ever wondered why your aging parent suddenly needs to arrive an hour early for everything? Or why, after knowing them your entire life, they suddenly appear to be trying to exert control and order at a level that you've never experienced? In today's episode of The Virtual Couch podcast, Tony Overbay, LMFT, takes us on a fascinating journey through the human brain, starting with the incredible story of Phineas Gage - the man who survived an iron rod through his head and lived to tell the tale (though he wasn't quite the same person afterward). From there, he dives into something most all of us are impacted by, either directly or through someone that we care about - anxiety. But not just any anxiety - we're talking about why our caveman's brains are still trying to protect us from tigers in the parking lot and how this shows up differently as we age. Tony breaks down the fundamental differences between normal aging, dementia, and Alzheimer's in a way that finally makes sense. Tony then breaks down a listener's email about their father's increasingly anxious behaviors. Tony unpacks powerful tools for handling these delicate family situations. Tony introduces the acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) principle of psychological flexibility (think yoga for your emotions) and shares David Schnarch's “4 Points of Balance” to becoming more differentiated, which helps you maintain your sanity while staying connected to those you love. Tony explains Schnarch's 'crucible' as the transformative space where relationships grow or crack under pressure. Whether you're dealing with an aging parent, a challenging relationship, or just trying to understand why people do what they do, this episode offers the “why” behind our anxious and controlling behaviors and practical ways to navigate life's complicated relationships without losing yourself. 00:00 The Incredible Story of Phineas Gage 04:04 Introduction to the Virtual Couch 05:38 Listener's Email: Concerns About Aging Parent 07:40 Understanding Anxiety and Its Evolution 14:57 Distinguishing Dementia and Alzheimer's 17:33 Coping with Aging and Anxiety 24:50 Practical Advice for Managing Anxiety 24:59 Reframing Perspectives 25:09 Empathy and Understanding 25:25 Intentional Conversations 25:55 Meeting Halfway 26:12 Choosing Your Battles 26:54 Boundaries vs Ultimatums 27:12 Psychological Reactance 30:22 Differentiation and Emotional Autonomy 32:57 Four Points of Balance 38:30 Constructing Your Crucible 44:43 Final Thoughts and Takeaways To learn more about Tony's upcoming re-release of the Magnetic Marriage course, his Pathback Recovery course, and more, sign up for his newsletter through the link at https://linktr.ee/virtualcouch Available NOW: Tony's "Magnetic Marriage Mini-Course" is only $25. https://magneticmarriage.mykajabi.com/magnetic-marriage-mini-course Please follow Tony's newest Instagram account for the Waking Up to Narcissism podcast https://www.instagram.com/wutnpod/ as well as Tony's account https://www.instagram.com/tonyoverbay_lmft/ Subscribe to Tony's latest podcast, "Waking Up to Narcissism Q&A - Premium Podcast," on the Apple Podcast App. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waking-up-to-narcissism-q-a/id1667287384 Go to http://tonyoverbay.com/workshop to sign up for Tony's "Magnetize Your Marriage" virtual workshop. The cost is only $19, and you'll learn the top 3 things you can do NOW to create a Magnetic Marriage. You can learn more about Tony's pornography recovery program, The Path Back, by visiting http://pathbackrecovery.com And visit Tony mentioned a product that he used to take out all of the "uh's" and "um's" that, in his words, "must be created by wizards and magic!" because it's that good! To learn more about Descript, click here https://descript.com?lmref=bSWcEQ

In this episode of Power Producers Shoptalk, David Carothers discusses the importance of shifting away from selling on price and focusing instead on the total cost of risk (TCOR). Carothers emphasizes that insurance producers must position themselves as trusted advisors by addressing not only insurance premiums but also uninsured losses, compliance costs, safety program investments, and indirect costs such as reputational damage and employee downtime. He offers five critical questions that producers can ask at the point of sale to differentiate themselves from competitors and provide value to their prospects by focusing on long-term risk management and business operations. David highlights the power of understanding a client's operations, recounting a personal experience where he helped a resort reduce their high workers' compensation mod by improving operational efficiencies. He stresses the importance of asking the right questions to uncover hidden risks and developing solutions that prevent losses, thus lowering long-term insurance costs. The episode concludes by encouraging producers to adopt a proactive approach, offer value-added services, and leverage their insights to establish deeper client relationships, especially in a hard market. Key Points Stop Selling on Price Producers need to focus on total cost of risk (T-Core) instead of just competing on premiums. This strategy positions you as a trusted advisor and improves long-term risk management for clients. Value of Power Producer Base Camp The podcast introduces Power Producer Base Camp, a program for individual producers designed to provide support and coaching, distinct from the larger Killing Commercial platform. Focus on Comprehensive Risk Insurance premiums are only part of the overall cost of risk. T-Core includes uninsured losses, compliance costs, safety program investments, and indirect costs like reputational damage. Producers need to highlight the full scope of risks to add value. Examples and Stories Real-life examples, like identifying inefficiencies in a resort's housekeeping or missed opportunities in manufacturing, showcase how addressing T-Core improves business performance and mitigates risks. Critical Questions to Ask: What are your top operational risks? How do losses and claims impact your business? What risk management strategies are in place? Have you evaluated the long-term costs of choosing lower insurance limits or excluding critical coverages? Would you allow me to calculate your total cost of risk? Addressing Objections Clients may want to reduce insurance costs by adjusting limits or exclusions, but producers should help them understand the risks of doing so and propose solutions like raising deductibles instead. Long-Term Client Relationships By focusing on reducing T-Core, producers can establish long-term relationships with clients, creating fewer claims, lower uninsured losses, and more favorable premiums over time. Differentiation and Execution Producers must differentiate themselves from competitors by offering proactive solutions, implementing risk management strategies, and ensuring clients see them as trusted advisors. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes

This week, Tyler shares his personal story of transforming his contracting business from a stressful, unhealthy, unprofitable grind into a thriving, profitable operation that provides him guaranteed profitability and a healthy work-life balance.   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Steve Mehr discuss:Importance of CRM and data-driven approaches in law practice managementStrategies for scaling a law firm efficientlyThe role of marketing and brand differentiation in legal industry successBalancing multiple roles and responsibilities within a growing practice Key Takeaways:A customized CRM system is essential for tracking key metrics, enabling predictive analytics, improving budgeting, and preventing lawyers from running practices without measurable results.Scaling a law firm effectively requires standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent case outcomes, allowing firms to handle more cases successfully as they grow.A unique brand name like "Sweet James" helped Steve's firm stand out in a competitive legal market by attracting clients through a distinctive identity while reducing the focus on ego.Regular short team meetings that address daily priorities, obstacles, and urgent issues keep everyone aligned, enhancing both efficiency and clarity for the team. "If you're not tracking the data, that means you can't measure it, and if you're not measuring your data, then you're probably in law as a hobby." —  Steve Mehr Join Steve on November 15th for an exclusive 60-minute session focused on actionable strategies for business growth. Register now—seats are limited to the first 20 attorneys! Sign up here: https://www.fretzin.com/blog/category/events/ Thank you to our Sponsors!Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/Rainmakers Roundtable: https://www.fretzin.com/lawyer-coaching-and-training/peer-advisory-groups/ Episode References: Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don't by Verne Harnish: https://www.amazon.com/Scaling-Up-Companies-Rockefeller-Habits/dp/0986019526 About Steve Mehr: Steve Mehr is the founding partner of Sweet James, a leading personal injury law firm in the U.S. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in catastrophic injuries, product liability, vehicle accidents, and medical malpractice, overseeing hundreds of millions in client recoveries. As a business leader, Steve is passionate about helping businesses grow and used his proprietary CRM software to drive rapid growth at his firm, which he sold for multiple seven figures. He now shares unique insights into scaling businesses and is dedicated to mentorship and philanthropy, supporting local charities. Connect with Steve Mehr:  Website: https://sweetjames.com/Email: steve@sweetjames.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sweetjames/ 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. 

Get the full show notes here: https://antiaginghacks.net/podcast/povilas-sabaliauska-reduce-stress-in-4-minutes/ Povilas Sabaliauskas is a highly skilled professional in the fields of neuromodulation and product development. Currently, he serves as the CEO of Pulsetto, where he is leading the company's efforts to innovate within the neuromodulation industry, with a focus on both wellness and medical devices. With extensive experience in product management, research, and development, Sabaliauskas is committed to integrating scientific approaches and data-driven strategies to refine Pulsetto's flagship products. His leadership is shaping the future of Pulsetto, particularly with advancements in vagus nerve stimulation technology, which aims to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve overall wellness. Prior to his current role, Sabaliauskas contributed significantly to product development as the company's Chief Operating Officer. His vision includes expanding partnerships, enhancing the company's R&D efforts, and establishing Pulsetto as a leader not only in neuromodulation but also in the data-driven health tech space. Here are our topics of discussion: [2:28] - Background and Inspiration for PETTA [8:21] - The Importance of the Vagus Nerve [12:11] - How the Device Works [15:17] - User Experience [17:04] - Recommended Usage [18:24] - Target Users [22:31] - Impact on Hormones and Sleep [23:56] - Validating Effectiveness [26:31] - Differentiation from Competitors [28:57] - User Feedback [31:14] - Future Development [33:40] - Learn More and Purchase

CardioNerds (Dr. Dan Ambinder and Dr. Rick Ferraro) join Dr. Mansi Oberoi and Dr. Mohan Gudiwada from the University of Nebraska Medical Center discuss a case of constrictive pericarditis. Expert commentary is provided by Dr. Adam Burdorf, who serves as the Program Director for the Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The case discussed involves a 76-year-old woman with a history of monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and squamous cell carcinoma was admitted to the hospital for worsening shortness of breath, swelling in lower extremities, hyponatremia, and urinary tract infection. CT chest to evaluate for pulmonary embolism showed incidental pericardial calcifications; the heart failure team was consulted for the management of her decompensated heart failure. Echo images were nondiagnostic. Subsequent invasive hemodynamic monitoring showed elevated right and left-sided filling pressures, diastolic equalization of LV and RV pressures, and positive RV square root sign with ventricular interdependence. Cardiac MRI showed septal flattening on deep inspiration and septal bounce, suggestive of interventricular dependence. After a heart team discussion and with shared-decision making the patient opted for medical management owing to her comorbidities and frailty. Enjoy this 2024 JACC State-of-the-Art Review to learn more about pericardial diseases and best practices for pericardiectomy (Al-Kazac et al., JACC 2024) US Cardiology Review is now the official journal of CardioNerds! Submit your manuscript here. CardioNerds Case Reports PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Case Media - Constrictive Pericarditis Echo: Left Ventricular ejection fraction = 55-60%. Unclear septal motion in the setting of atrial fibrillation MRI: Diastolic septal flattening with deep inspiration as well as a septal bounce suggestive of interventricular dependence and constrictive physiology  References Garcia, M. Constrictive Pericarditis Versus Restrictive Cardiomyopathy. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, vol. 67, no. 17, 2016, pp. 2061–2076. Pathophysiology and Diagnosis of Constrictive Pericarditis. American College of Cardiology, 2017. Geske, J., Anavekar, N., Nishimura, R., et al. Differentiation of Constriction and Restriction: Complex Cardiovascular Hemodynamics. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, vol. 68, no. 21, 2016, pp. 2329–2347. Constrictive Pericarditis. ScienceDirect. Constrictive Pericarditis. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, vol. 83, no. 12, 2024, pp. 1500-1512.

Barry Labov is a former rock musician turned successful business owner and marketing expert. Originally from Philadelphia, Barry started his career producing jingles before transitioning into the business world following his father's passing. He founded a small jingle company that grew into a renowned full-service marketing agency, working with high-profile brands like Volkswagen and Harley Davidson.   Labov is known for his innovative five-step process to help companies differentiate their brands, focusing on rallying employees and effectively communicating to the market. His book, The Power of Differentiation, became a #1 new marketing book on Amazon, offering practical strategies for business growth and brand success.   Despite challenges like the Great Recession and pandemic, Barry continues to work with diverse clients while sharing insights on entrepreneurship and business leadership.