Podcasts about Engagement

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky.

**Jeep Talk Show: Anthony Dreyer - "Moonchild" | AC-130 Avaiator, Combat Missions, PTSD & Recovery** In this powerful episode, we sit down with Anthony Dreyer — former U.S. Air Force Special Missions Aviator and **AC-130 Gunship Avaitor ** with over a decade in special operations aviation. Anthony flew high-risk missions around the globe as a gunner on the legendary Spectre and Spooky gunships, earning multiple accolades including the Air Force's Jolly Green Rescue Mission of the Year in 2018. From growing up in the Appalachian Mountains of Sylva, North Carolina, to orbiting battlefields at night delivering devastating close air support, Anthony shares his raw and honest story of service, trauma, addiction, and ultimate recovery. **Topics Covered:** - Life as an AC-130 Avaitor– malfunctions, miniguns, 105mm howitzer, and combat operations - Combat search & rescue missions (including the intense June 8, 2018 mission) - PTSD, prolonged exposure therapy, and choosing better over bitter - The brotherhood of special operations and the real cost of service - Writing his memoir "Moonchild" – turning pain into purpose - Military humor, call signs, and why freedom isn't free Anthony's memoir **Moonchild** is a gripping, emotional look at war, family, loss, and healing — must-read for veterans, first responders, and anyone wanting to understand the invisible battles many service members face. **Grab the book here:** - Amazon → https://amzn.to/4gxVK8O - Barnes & Noble and major retailers **Connect with Anthony:** - Instagram: @marco_brolo21 - Facebook: Moonchild - Signed copies: anthonyp.direcjmo.com If you're a veteran or struggling, remember: It's okay not to be okay — but it's not okay to do nothing about it. Reach out and get help. Thanks for watching Jeep Talk Show! Drop a comment below — what part of Anthony's story hit you the hardest?

SUMMARY In this episode of Whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, Jeremy and Andrew explore the question of what defines a real martial artist. They discuss the importance of personal definitions, the role of discipline and character, the significance of rank, and the impact of social media on perceptions of martial arts. The conversation emphasizes that being a martial artist encompasses more than just combat skills, highlighting the importance of personal development and the need for a supportive community.   TAKEAWAYS Training makes us better and can improve lives. The definition of martial arts varies for everyone. Martial arts is not solely about fighting. Discipline and character are key components of martial arts. Rank signals progress but does not define character. Social media has distorted perceptions of martial arts. Real martial artists should uplift others, not tear them down. Personal definitions of martial arts are essential. Engagement in training is what makes a martial artist. Criticism of others often stems from personal insecurities.   Join our EXCLUSIVE newsletter to get notified of each episode as it comes out! Subscribe — whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

This is it, the final episode! Danny gives us his closing arguments, reflecting on all he's learned about the data center fight in communities across the United States. We listen in on Danny's conversation with prolific author and tech critic Cory Doctorow about the centaur/reverse centaur theory of how we use technology and how technology uses us. And, we take another quick trip to some of the communities we've visited along the way: Data Center Alley in Northern Virginia, Davis, West Virginia, and Memphis, Tennessee, to get the latest on their fights. When it's all said and done, the greatest lesson from the data center clashes may be in the value of agency, and that the way to protect communities from harmful data centers is to ensure that technology serves communities, not the other way around.In this episode, we hear from:Cory Doctorow: Science fiction author, activist and journalist whose recent books include “Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse And What To Do About It” and “The Reverse Centaur's Guide To Life After AI.”Nikki Forrester: Helped launch Tucker United, now serves as the director of communications and spokesperson, lives in Tucker County, WV, and is a journalist. Elena Schlossenberg: Our local tour guide, and deeply involved in grassroots organizing in Prince William County and Loudoun County. She has a deep knowledge of land-use management and serves as the executive director of the Coalition to Protect Prince William County.Amber Sherman: Local policy organizer in Memphis.Delegate John McAuliff: Recently elected Delegate for Fauquier and Loudoun counties in Northern Virginia, flipping the seat by running largely on data center regulation. Samuel Black: Award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist working with More Perfect Union. He covers tech, labor, energy, finance, housing, and U.S. politics. Resources:Corruption is Driving Up Your Electricity Bill  Cory Doctorow's blog, CraphoundSamuel Black's More Perfect Union coverage from BoxtownLocal coverage from Tucker County about Fundamental Data's visit, and how local leaders reactedThe latest updates from Prince William County about the Data Center Gateway caseA tool tracking every data center moratorium

More than 500 mothers and babies came to harm or died as a result of inadequate care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. That's according to Donna Ockenden's review into the maternity services there. Anita Rani speaks to the Times' Health Editor Eleanor Hayward, and mothers Sarah Hawkins and Sarah Andrews whose babies, Harriet and Wynter, both died from preventable errors.Sarah Vine's memoir, How Not to Be a Political Wife, is out in paperback this week, coinciding with the 10 year anniversary of the Brexit vote. The Daily Mail columnist was married to the former Conservative minister Michael Gove, a leading figure in the campaign for the UK to leave the European Union. She gives Anita her take on some of the most turbulent years in modern British politics, and how the pressures affected her friendships, her family, and ultimately her marriage.Over half of women diagnosed with breast cancer are outside the current 50-70 age range for screening, according to new research by a youth focused breast cancer awareness charity. It's calling for the age of women given screening to be lowered. Anita is joined by Sophie Dopierala-Bull, Director of Services and Engagement at CoppaFeel! A new exhibition at the Tate Modern in London looks at how and why the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo became a global icon and a key influence on a generation of artists. Anita speaks to Bea Garcia, co-curator of the exhibition Frida - the making of an icon, and author Hettie Judah.

Most creators have an audience. Far fewer have influence.In this episode, Aneesh Lal, also known as The Jerry Maguire of LinkedIn, the Founder of The Wishly Group, joins me to unpack what actually drives trust, attention, and buying behavior in the creator economy.From why some creators convert while others don't, to the difference between being relatable versus aspirational, we explore the hidden dynamics behind audience growth, brand partnerships, dark social, and influence itself. We also get into why vanity metrics matter more than most marketers admit, what brands consistently get wrong about creators, and why attention alone isn't enough to change behavior.Highlights:(00:00) Introduction(01:06) Meet Aneesh Lal and why he's the Jerry Maguire of LinkedIn(02:33) Brands are rushing the funnel(04:46) The dream creator campaign(06:12) The deals worth rejecting(07:47) Pay gaps in creator marketing(11:13) Does the label matter?(15:13) Engagement doesn't equal sales(17:13) Why creators need video(18:18) Where creators should expand(19:18) Everyone cares about followers(24:43) The dark social problem(27:57) Why expertise matters(30:03) Losing connection with audiences(32:53)  To the creators who want to start partnering with brands (34:11) Depth over short-form skillsResources:Hear more from me in the Stop the Scroll Newsletter: https://briannadoe.substack.com/Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianna-doe/ Aneesh''s LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/aneeshlal The Wishly Group  LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/thewishlygroup The Wishly Group Website: https://www.wishlygroup.ca/ 

My friend (and past TIU guest) Corey Hersch just got engaged! Him and his lovely fiancée Erin joined me to walk through how their relationship got started all the through to their engagement last week.

From child actor to Disney star to pop icon dubbed "Lesbian Jesus," Hayley Kiyoko built a career creating the representation she never had as a half-Japanese, queer artist. In this episode of She Pivots, Hayley opens up about becoming a community's symbol practically overnight while still figuring herself out, and how she moved from leading with fear to leading with confidence and self-love. She also shares how she found her fiancée, Becca Tilley, and reflects on the decade-long journey that culminated in her Girls Like Girls film and album—a project that started with high school heartbreak twenty years ago. Happy Pride Month, Pivoters! Girls like girls is out NOW. See it in theatres and check out the companion Girls Like Girls album. Chapters: 00:00.240 Welcome to She Pivots 00:39.839 Guest Intro: Hayley Kiyoko 01:55.920 Hayley's Childhood 08:12.105 Early Music Career: Joining Stunners 13:26.210 The Birth of "Girls Like Girls" 18:27.920 20GayTeen: Music and Queer Identity 20:27.837 Music Industry Challenges 28:16.883 Hayley's Personal Identity Journey 34:33.599 The Journey to Film Direction 37:16.857 The Power of Representation on Screen 40:00.669 From Low Point to Launch 41:43.024 Do You Think You'll Pivot Again? 43:25.760 Reflections on Hayley's Journey 44:17.600 Podcast Credits Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iheart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What makes a workplace truly great? At CX Summit 2026, researcher of workplace trends and author Lisa X Walden explains why the future of work is becoming more human-centered, why Gen Z is reshaping employee expectations, and how small leadership changes—or "micro moves"—can dramatically improve company culture. From work-life harmony to creating workplaces that don't suck, this conversation explores why happier employees aren't just better off, they may actually help businesses perform better. #lisaxwalden #cxsummit #bproFind Lisa X Walden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaxwalden/Check out her book: https://www.goodcompanyconsulting.com/bookGood Company Consulting: https://www.goodcompanyconsulting.com/Read more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/writeContact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/Follow me on social mediaFacebook https://www.facebook.com/financecolombiaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/finance-colombia/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finance_colombia/Check out my other YouTube Channels:Loren Moss: https://www.youtube.com/@LorenMossFinance Colombia Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@FinanceColombiaShortsE Pluribus Unum: https://www.youtube.com/@OutofmanywebecomeoneE Pluribus Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@EPluribusShortsCognitive Business News: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessNewsCognitive Business Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessShortsEmpleo Bilingüe: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpleoBilingueRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

Bill and Brandon talk about how systematic routines like daily KPI checks and proactive resident engagement transform chaos into consistent growth. Bill shares how a background in manufacturing and construction translates into sharper maintenance standards, standardized toolkits, and faster work order turnarounds cutting response times to less than 24 hours. Brandon and Bill discuss the importance of in-person resident conversations post-acquisition, building trust that leads to higher renewal rates and fewer vacancies. Bill Ray Asset Manager in VSF Investments Based in: Celina, Ohio Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-ray-5430b51a3/ Brandon Virgallito Managing Member of Real Estate Alpha Based in: Dayton Metropolitan Area Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bvirgallito/ Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Silence in meetings costs everyone. It silences voices, stalls accountability, and signals that thinking isn't happening in real time. But silence isn't inevitable. It's a leadership choice. In this episode, Jill Griffin breaks down what silence actually means, why AI-generated content is training us to consume instead of engage, and the specific moves leaders and peers can make to bring people into the conversation. Leadership is a lifestyle and an inside job. Here's how to show up.You're in a meeting and nobody's talking. What's actually happening?The silence in your meetings is costing you more than you realize.Most leaders have it backwards about what silence means in the room.Show Notes: Workslop: The Hidden Cost of AI-Generated BusyworkSupport the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 8-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

The system that decides whether you have a good night in multiplayer almostnever gets explained by the people who actually build it. Today it does.Call of Duty just walked back the biggest matchmaking change in its history.Activision recently published internal white papers explaining parts of howtheir system actually works, which is rare for an industry that usually treatsthis stuff as proprietary. Lewis Ward and Greg Posner sit down with CharlieOlson, the engineer who helped architect Call of Duty's matchmaking ratingsystem back in 2015, to walk through what the white papers actually said,what they left out, and what's broken about how the industry thinks aboutmultiplayer matchmaking."Matchmaking is part of the UX. It's not a technical problem. This is adesign problem." — Charlie Olson

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The Head of Instagram announced on Threads that the Instagram app is now available for Samsung TVs. Also, the Instagram team announced on Friday that carousels now support multiple captions - so you can make one caption per slide. In today's episode, the Head of Instagram answers questions about Reach, Engagement, Stories, and short form vs. long form video. Links: Instagram: App Now Available on Samsung TVs (Threads)   Leave a Review of the Podcast: Apple Podcasts   Connect with me on Instagram: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on Threads: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on YouTube: @danielhill_media   Leave a Review of the Podcast: Apple Podcasts     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Sanjay Bindra is a practicing cardiologist who built a $2.5 million endowment at a zero-staff nonprofit in less than four years, with no campaigns and no urgency emails. Then he studied why it worked. The result: the GIVE Study, a 12-month real-time look at how small nonprofits can achieve sustainable recurring giving through trust, behavioral design, and strong governance. In this episode, you'll hear:Why first-time donor retention has been under 20% for decades, and the single most important thing you can do to change that numberThe difference between dopamine-driven fundraising and oxytocin-driven relationshipsThe GIVE framework: Gratitude, Impact, Voice, and Engagement, and how to apply it to build genuine donor relationships that lastWhat your org can do right now to start building a sustainable baseYou'll walk away with a replicable framework for turning one-time donors into lifelong community members.

These engagement failures, and how to fix them, map directly onto the Octalysis Core Drives. Get the free Core Drives in the Wild guide: professorgame.com/WildCD Episode Summary Rob breaks down why Amazon shut down KiroRank, the internal leaderboard that scored staff on raw AI usage on its Kiro developer platform. He shows how stacking Core Drive 2 (Development & Accomplishment) and Core Drive 5 (Social Influence & Relatedness) produced flawless compliance toward the wrong target, a textbook case of Goodhart's law: once a measure becomes a target, it stops being a good measure. Drawing on the Octalysis Strategy Dashboard and Toyota's Five Whys, he lays out the one question to ask before you measure anything. Listeners learn to measure outcomes instead of activity, and how to keep a proxy metric from quietly getting gamed. About the Host Rob Alvarez is Head of Engagement Strategy, Europe at The Octalysis Group (TOG), a leading gamification and behavioral design consultancy. A globally recognized gamification strategist and TEDx speaker, he founded and hosts Professor Game, the #1 gamification podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of global experts. He designs evidence-based engagement systems that drive motivation, loyalty, and results, and teaches LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and gamification at top institutions including IE Business School, EFMD, and EBS University across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Key Takeaways Amazon shut down KiroRank, its internal leaderboard scoring staff on AI usage on the Kiro developer platform, after employees set autonomous AI agents on needless tasks just to climb the ranks and inflated the company's compute costs. Goodhart's law explains the failure: when a measure becomes a target, it stops being a good measure. You get what you measure, not what you want, so raw AI usage climbed while productivity went unmeasured. KiroRank stacked Core Drive 2 (Development & Accomplishment) through a progress bar and ranking, and Core Drive 5 (Social Influence & Relatedness) through public status, producing flawless compliance toward the wrong outcome. The more powerful and expensive the tool being measured, the more a gamed metric costs you, which is why Amazon paid in real compute money rather than a rounding error. The Octalysis Strategy Dashboard starts with business metrics by asking what outcome you actually want, using Toyota's Five Whys to move from "increase AI usage" to a result worth hitting, like productivity per employee. Engagement is the value created for users and the business, not click counts or usage volume, which is why most dashboards measure activity when they should measure the outcome. Topics Covered 0:00 - The $200 billion AI paradox 0:27 - Goodhart's law and gamed metrics 1:49 - The two Core Drives Amazon stacked 2:39 - Flawless compliance, the wrong target 3:38 - Amazon's KiroRank AI leaderboard 5:11 - Measure the right thing, not usage 5:38 - The Octalysis Strategy Dashboard 6:12 - Toyota's Five Whys for metrics 7:21 - When proxy metrics are unavoidable 7:58 - Measure the outcome, not the activity 8:33 - Get the Core Drives in the Wild guide Mentioned in This Episode Goodhart's law The Financial Times report on Amazon's KiroRank leaderboard Amazon's Kiro developer platform The Five Whys (Toyota / lean operations) A previous Professor Game episode on AI use and academic testing Free Resources and Get in Touch Core Drives in the Wild: Professor Game Free Guide Get Daily Value on Your Email Let's chat about your gamification project YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Start Your Community on Skool for Free Ask a question

This episode originally aired in September of 2024, however it was jam-packed with so many valuable insights I wanted to share it again. In this throwback rewind we're thrilled to welcome Jason Yarborough, a seasoned professional with a diverse background that includes roles such as:Director of OperationsAssistant Store Manager at StarbucksSales Representative/Account ExecutiveDirector of Marketing/StrategyVP of PartnershipsT-Ball Coach He currently guides partner programs to scalability through GTM training, program development, and coaching. He co-hosts the "Friends with Benefits" podcast with his wife, Sam. In this week's episode, we discussed:His journey from being a generalist to becoming a strategic partner in the business world.How he bridges the gap between agencies and leadership challenges.His diverse career experience, from operations at Starbucks to marketing and partnerships at companies like Garden of Life, Social Fresh, Terminus, and Arcadia.The importance of building long-term relationships and creating engagement through thoughtful experiences.Jason also emphasized the importance of partner experience, long-term relationship building, and creating engagement through thoughtful moments. He highlighted the "Disney Experience" approach, where partners feel seen, heard, and known, and discussed the need to move beyond transactional relationships by offering advanced training and focusing on where to invest time effectively. Please enjoy this week's episode with Jason Yarborough! I am now in the early stages of writing my first book! It will cover my journey into sales, the lessons learned, and include stories and advice from top sales professionals around the world. I'm excited to share these interviews and bring you along on this journey!Like the show? Subscribe to the email: Subscribe HereI want your feedback! Reach out at 20percentpodcastquestions@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.If you know anyone who would benefit from this show, please share it! If you have suggestions for guests, let me know!Enjoy the show!

Unser heutiger Gast ist gelernter Fluggerätmechaniker, Wirtschaftsingenieur, täglich Meditierender und Gründer eines der am schnellsten wachsenden SaaS-Startups in Deutschland. Keine gewöhnliche Kombination – aber genau das macht seine Geschichte so spannend. Julian Wiedenhaus begann mit einem dualen Studium bei Airbus in Bremen. Er baute Flugzeuge, lernte, was Produktionstechnik bedeutet, und wechselte für den Master an die TU Hamburg – bewusst, weil dort Entrepreneurship im Lehrplan stand. Dort traf er Alexander Noll, einen Bauingenieur, dessen Vater eine Zimmerei in Niedersachsen betreibt. Und genau dort, zwischen Werkstatt und Büro, sahen die beiden, was Hunderttausende Handwerksbetriebe in Deutschland jeden Tag erleben: veraltete Software, Excel-Tabellen, Stift und Papier. Gleichzeitig ein enormer Fachkräftemangel, steigender Kostendruck und eine Branche, auf die wir alle angewiesen sind – für jede Sanierung, jeden Neubau, jede Wärmepumpe. Im Februar 2020 gründeten sie mit dem Entwickler Richard Keil Plancraft. Die erste Tischlerei in Hamburg-Ottensen ging im Sommer als Pilotkunde live. Heute, fünf Jahre später, nutzen über 20.000 Kunden in elf Ländern die Software, das Team ist auf über 130 Mitarbeitende gewachsen, und mit mehr als 50 Millionen Euro Finanzierung – zuletzt eine Series B über 38 Millionen, angeführt von Headline – spielt Plancraft in der ersten Liga europäischer ConstructionTech-Startups. Die Vision: das europäische Betriebssystem für das Handwerk. Weniger Büro, mehr Handwerk. Doch was Julian Wiedenhaus besonders macht, zeigt sich nicht in den Zahlen, sondern in der Kultur. Er meditiert seit über fünf Jahren jeden Morgen, hat mit dem „Weekly Fight Club" ein gemeinsames Achtsamkeitsritual im Team etabliert und führt nach dem Prinzip: Vertrauen gegen Engagement. Die Unternehmenswerte bei Plancraft heißen #stoked, #together, #humble. Als er 2024 drei Wochen auf Sri Lanka verbrachte, schrieb er auf LinkedIn offen darüber, was es bedeutet, als CEO loszulassen und seinem Team zu vertrauen. Seit mehr als neun Jahren beschäftigen wir uns in diesem Podcast mit der Frage, wie Arbeit den Menschen stärkt, statt ihn zu schwächen. Wir haben in über 500 Episoden mit fast 700 Persönlichkeiten darüber gesprochen, was sich bereits verändert hat und was sich weiter ändern muss. Fünf Millionen Menschen arbeiten im deutschen Handwerk, die meisten in Betrieben mit weniger als zwanzig Mitarbeitenden. Wie verändert sich Arbeit, wenn eine Branche, die Jahrhunderte lang analog funktioniert hat, plötzlich digital denken muss – und kann? Plancraft entwickelt sich zunehmend zum KI-Unternehmen. Der neue Telefonassistent PORTA nimmt Anrufe an, dokumentiert Anfragen, koordiniert Termine. Wenn die Vision lautet, dass Handwerker bald nur noch ihre Stimme brauchen – was bedeutet das für die Rolle des Menschen im Betrieb? Und wie baut man als junger Gründer eine Unternehmenskultur, die gleichzeitig Höchstleistung und Menschlichkeit trägt – mit Meditation im Kalender, Vertrauen als Führungsprinzip und dem Mut, als CEO drei Wochen zu verschwinden? Fest steht: Für die Lösung unserer aktuellen Herausforderungen brauchen wir neue Impulse. Wir suchen weiter nach Methoden, Vorbildern, Erfahrungen, Tools und Ideen, die uns dem Kern von New Work näher bringen. Darüber hinaus beschäftigt uns von Anfang an die Frage, ob wirklich alle Menschen das finden und leben können, was sie im Innersten wirklich, wirklich wollen. Ihr seid bei On the Way to New Work – heute mit Julian Wiedenhaus. [Hier](https://linktr.ee/onthewaytonewwork) findet ihr alle Links zum Podcast und unseren aktuellen Werbepartnern

Le Carnet de Maxime Blot "Devenir un Artisan Hôtelier" pour 39€ seulement !Fruit de plusieurs années d'expérience sur le terrain, ce carnet signé Maxime Blot, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, offre un regard affûté sur les enjeux actuels du service hôtelier.1️⃣ Présentation de l'invitée :Quelle meilleure manière de briser la glace que d'immerger son invité dans un bain à 2 degrés ?Ce n'est pas ma technique, mais celle de la dénommée “Ice Queen”, Caroline Arditti !Caroline Arditti est bien plus qu'une simple coach en bains glacés. Elle se définit comme une exploratrice de l'humain, une architecte d'expériences et une créatrice de liens. Originaire de Paris, elle a passé cinq ans en Australie pour ses études avant de se lancer dans le conseil en communication et événementiel. Après 15 ans dans le domaine, elle a fondé ses propres entreprises, Sunshine Makers et Paris Ice Club, pour se consacrer à sa passion : rendre le monde plus humain et l'humain plus vivant ! Caroline utilise ses compétences pour organiser des séminaires et des expériences de déconnexion d'entreprise, se spécialisant dans les icebreakers qui peuvent inclure ou non la glace.Comment les bains glacés permettent de calmer le mental, de gérer les émotions ?Pourquoi la méthode Wim Hof prépare-t-elle le corps et l'esprit à un état de relaxation ?Comment les expériences de première fois peuvent revitaliser le mental, l'émotionnel et le physique ?Est-il possible de trouver du confort dans l'inconfort ?Quels sont ses conseils pour intégrer des moments de déconnexion dans le quotidien professionnel ?Comment des pratiques simples, comme la douche froide, peuvent transformer notre résilience et notre bien-être général ?Toutes les réponses dans notre échange !2️⃣ Notes et références :▶️ Toutes les notes et références de l'épisode sont à retrouver ici.3️⃣ Le partenaire de l'épisode :HotelPartner Revenue ManagementPrendre un rendez-vous avec MarjolaineDites que vous venez d'Hospitality Insiders et Marjolaine se déplace gratuitement dans votre établissement pour effectuer un diagnostic !4️⃣ Chapitrage : 00:00:00 - Immersion dans la glace00:03:32 - Parcours de Caroline Arditti00:09:17 - Icebreakers pour entreprises00:16:45 - L'humain dans la performance00:24:38 - Le silence et de la déconnexion00:30:00 - Méthode Wim Hof00:39:00 - Commencer la douche froide00:45:00 - Questions signaturesSi cet épisode vous a passionné, rejoignez-moi sur :L'Hebdo d'Hospitality Insiders, pour ne rien raterL'Académie Hospitality Insiders, pour vous former aux fondamentaux de l'accueilLe E-Carnet "Devenir un Artisan Hôtelier" pour celles et ceux qui souhaitent faire de l'accueil un véritable artLinkedin, pour poursuivre la discussionInstagram, pour découvrir les coulissesLa bibliothèque des invités du podcastMerci de votre fidélité et à bientôt !Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky. Founder of B Known Agency, a boutique branding and digital marketing firm specializing in sports and entertainment. Kaminsky shares his journey from consulting, to working at ESPN, to eventually launching his own agency. He discusses helping major personalities like Stephen A. Smith, Jalen Rose, Harrison Barnes, and Rich Eisen develop strong social media identities and storytelling strategies. Brendan explains why he left ESPN after six and a half years—despite the security, prestige, and Disney benefits—to pursue entrepreneurship. He describes how brand building has shifted from traditional media to a landscape where relatability, vertical video, audience engagement, and consistent content matter more than follower counts. He also talks about the pressure of managing public-facing work in real time, the importance of being accessible to high‑profile clients, the rising role of AI in content creation, and how social platforms have become core to modern marketing strategies. Additionally, Brendan shares specific examples of working with Jalen Rose on mixing sports commentary with community-focused storytelling and describes how Rich Eisen’s annual “Run Rich Run” 40‑yard dash evolved into a signature charitable brand moment. The interview closes with insights on relationship-building, authenticity, and visibility—reinforcing that in the digital era, it’s not just “who you know,” but who knows you. PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW 1. To highlight Brendan Kaminsky’s entrepreneurial journey McDonald explores how Kaminsky transitioned from a major corporation (ESPN) to founding a successful agency. 2. To educate listeners on the evolving world of branding and digital media Kaminsky explains how branding now depends on relatability, vertical video, and engagement over follower count. 3. To provide actionable guidance for entrepreneurs and creators The interview teaches how consistency, accessibility, and storytelling help build a recognizable digital brand. 4. To show how athletes and media personalities use content to expand influence Brendan walks through real client strategies—from Jalen Rose’s community work to Rich Eisen’s fundraising dash. 5. To explore the role of AI in modern marketing Kaminsky discusses how AI assists with analytics, research, and identifying viral content moments. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Relatability drives modern branding People connect with authenticity, not polished promotion. Talk to your audience, not at them. 2. Engagement matters more than follower count Algorithms reward content that resonates, regardless of how many people follow you. A creator with 10,000 followers can hit a million views. 3. Social media requires presence and accessibility High-profile clients expect responsiveness; being available is key to agency success. 4. Vertical video is the new standard Optimizing content for mobile consumption is essential—TV graphics no longer dictate how content is built. 5. AI is an asset, not a threat Kaminsky uses AI for virality scoring, caption suggestions, research, and identifying strong clips from long-form content. 6. Data tells the story Success can be clearly measured through views, engagement, and growth—unlike billboards or traditional media. 7. Use “hot topics” to highlight deeper work For clients like Jalen Rose, trending sports conversations help drive attention to community-focused initiatives like his leadership academy. 8. Brand moments can start from something small Rich Eisen’s 40-yard dash evolved into a signature charity event and content anchor. 9. Entrepreneurship requires trusting your gut He left ESPN without telling anyone beforehand to avoid discouragement—because he felt the pull to build his own vision. 10. Visibility creates opportunity In the digital era, it’s not just who you know—it’s who knows you. NOTABLE QUOTES On entrepreneurship “I trusted my gut… I didn’t tell one person I was leaving ESPN because I didn’t want anyone to make me doubt myself.” On branding “People want to relate to you. They want to get to know you.” “Talk directly to your audience.” On social metrics “It’s become a lot more about engagement and views than total follower number.” On accessibility “You could be the best at your job, but if a client can’t reach you, it doesn’t matter.” On visibility “It’s not about who you know—it’s about who knows you.” On AI “AI is absolutely an asset… it helps us with research, analytics, even virality scoring.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky. Founder of B Known Agency, a boutique branding and digital marketing firm specializing in sports and entertainment. Kaminsky shares his journey from consulting, to working at ESPN, to eventually launching his own agency. He discusses helping major personalities like Stephen A. Smith, Jalen Rose, Harrison Barnes, and Rich Eisen develop strong social media identities and storytelling strategies. Brendan explains why he left ESPN after six and a half years—despite the security, prestige, and Disney benefits—to pursue entrepreneurship. He describes how brand building has shifted from traditional media to a landscape where relatability, vertical video, audience engagement, and consistent content matter more than follower counts. He also talks about the pressure of managing public-facing work in real time, the importance of being accessible to high‑profile clients, the rising role of AI in content creation, and how social platforms have become core to modern marketing strategies. Additionally, Brendan shares specific examples of working with Jalen Rose on mixing sports commentary with community-focused storytelling and describes how Rich Eisen’s annual “Run Rich Run” 40‑yard dash evolved into a signature charitable brand moment. The interview closes with insights on relationship-building, authenticity, and visibility—reinforcing that in the digital era, it’s not just “who you know,” but who knows you. PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW 1. To highlight Brendan Kaminsky’s entrepreneurial journey McDonald explores how Kaminsky transitioned from a major corporation (ESPN) to founding a successful agency. 2. To educate listeners on the evolving world of branding and digital media Kaminsky explains how branding now depends on relatability, vertical video, and engagement over follower count. 3. To provide actionable guidance for entrepreneurs and creators The interview teaches how consistency, accessibility, and storytelling help build a recognizable digital brand. 4. To show how athletes and media personalities use content to expand influence Brendan walks through real client strategies—from Jalen Rose’s community work to Rich Eisen’s fundraising dash. 5. To explore the role of AI in modern marketing Kaminsky discusses how AI assists with analytics, research, and identifying viral content moments. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Relatability drives modern branding People connect with authenticity, not polished promotion. Talk to your audience, not at them. 2. Engagement matters more than follower count Algorithms reward content that resonates, regardless of how many people follow you. A creator with 10,000 followers can hit a million views. 3. Social media requires presence and accessibility High-profile clients expect responsiveness; being available is key to agency success. 4. Vertical video is the new standard Optimizing content for mobile consumption is essential—TV graphics no longer dictate how content is built. 5. AI is an asset, not a threat Kaminsky uses AI for virality scoring, caption suggestions, research, and identifying strong clips from long-form content. 6. Data tells the story Success can be clearly measured through views, engagement, and growth—unlike billboards or traditional media. 7. Use “hot topics” to highlight deeper work For clients like Jalen Rose, trending sports conversations help drive attention to community-focused initiatives like his leadership academy. 8. Brand moments can start from something small Rich Eisen’s 40-yard dash evolved into a signature charity event and content anchor. 9. Entrepreneurship requires trusting your gut He left ESPN without telling anyone beforehand to avoid discouragement—because he felt the pull to build his own vision. 10. Visibility creates opportunity In the digital era, it’s not just who you know—it’s who knows you. NOTABLE QUOTES On entrepreneurship “I trusted my gut… I didn’t tell one person I was leaving ESPN because I didn’t want anyone to make me doubt myself.” On branding “People want to relate to you. They want to get to know you.” “Talk directly to your audience.” On social metrics “It’s become a lot more about engagement and views than total follower number.” On accessibility “You could be the best at your job, but if a client can’t reach you, it doesn’t matter.” On visibility “It’s not about who you know—it’s about who knows you.” On AI “AI is absolutely an asset… it helps us with research, analytics, even virality scoring.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

durée : 00:29:14 - Les Bonnes choses - par : Caroline Broué - Les pâtes, aliment du quotidien par définition, occupent en Italie une place qui dépasse largement la cuisine. Leur histoire croise parfois celle de la politique et des luttes sociales, jusqu'à devenir un support de mémoire et de contestation. - réalisation : Léa Warrin, Jean-Christophe Francis - invités : Chloé Tournier Directrice de La Garance, scène nationale de Cavaillon, Floriane Facchini Metteuse en scène, autrice et artiste culinaire, Italia Palladino Cheffe du restaurant Italie Là-Bas [Ré], installé au sein de la Collection Lambert à Avignon Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

When it comes to innovation and productivity, the challenge for the Australian government remains the inability to turn good ideas into long-term economic growth. In this episode, Kate Whitehead, MD of strategic grants and government funding advisory, Avant Group, explains what the proposed changes to the R&D Tax Incentive could mean for SMEs, innovation investment and Australia’s broader productivity problem. Then, leadership expert Kylie Paatsch explains why so many engagement strategies fail to deliver real performance. Her argument? The problem isn’t engagement; it’s lack of connection between leaders and teams. If you’re considering launching a podcast to grow your authority and client base, reach out to our team to learn how we can support you. Business Essentials is produced by soundcartel.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to episode 336 of Grow Your Law Firm, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken welcomes back Eric Morgan, President and CEO of Roux Advertising, to answer a critical question for growing firms: Who's really in charge of your marketing?   As law firms add SEO, PPC, LSAs, billboards, TV, social media, and community outreach into the mix, the marketing machine gets louder, but not necessarily smarter. Ken and Eric break down why many firms lack a true marketing orchestrator, what the CEO's role should be in protecting the brand, and how firms can stop obsessing over impossible attribution and start focusing on what actually drives growth. What you'll learn in this episode:   1. Who Should Own the Marketing Vision - Why most "marketing directors" are implementers, not strategic leaders - The need for a single orchestrator to align vendors, channels, and goals 2. The CEO's Role in Brand and Message - Why law firm owners must never delegate their voice or positioning - How others execute the message without changing its intent 3. Creating Accountability with Marketing KPIs - How scorecards define what a "win" looks like for marketing roles - Why objective KPIs work better than subjective creative judgment 4. Engagement vs. Vanity Metrics - Why likes and clicks don't equal future clients - How engagement signals real interest and intent 5. Rethinking Marketing Attribution - Why single-source tracking no longer works in modern marketing - How testing, correlation, and small tweaks improve results over time Resources:    Website: rouxadvertising.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/eric-morgan Facebook: facebook.com/RouxAdvertising Instagram: instagram.com/rouxadvertising Additional Resources:    https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect https://www.pilmma.org/resources https://www.pilmma.org/mastermind

The team gets into the growing conversation around weight loss and whether the obsession with getting thin has gone too far. Plus, big personal news as James announces his engagement — congratulations are in order! The highlight of the show is a sharp, no-holds-barred conversation with political analyst and State of the Nation podcast host Mike Sham, who joins Gareth to unpack why BEE isn't delivering on its promise, the state of the GNU, and what's really holding South Africa back from its potential. Honest, provocative, and typically GCS — this one's worth your time.

There are only about 76 daily newspapers left in America that are not owned by a major corporate chain or billionaire-backed private owner.Seventy-six.In a country with more than 19,000 cities, towns, and villages, that number should stop us in our tracks.Chapters06:43 The State of Local Journalism09:15 Challenges of Independent Voices14:17 Reflecting Community Voices16:01 The Role of Local Journalism17:41 The Impact of Digital Disruption19:26 The Soul of a Newspaper22:55 Community Engagement and Trust24:52 Building Relationships with Public Officials27:44 Navigating AI in Journalism44:46 Engaging Voters and Civic Responsibility53:17 The Future of Print vs. Online Journalism59:01 The Importance of Supporting Local News01:02:17 The Importance of Content in Media01:03:05 Engagement and Community ActionIn this episode of the American Dream Factory Podcast, Nick Smoot and Joe Toney sit down with Clint Schroeder, President and Publisher at Hagadone Media, for a conversation about local journalism, civic trust, the First Amendment, AI, news deserts, and why every community still needs someone watching, listening, verifying, and telling the truth.Clint oversees newspapers, magazines, and media properties across the Inland Pacific Northwest, Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Hawaii. After nearly 30 years in the industry, he has watched newspapers move from being the dominant civic voice in town to fighting for survival in a world shaped by Craigslist, Cars.com, social media, shrinking newsrooms, and now AI.But Clint does not talk about newspapers with nostalgia. He talks about them as mission.Local newspapers are not just businesses. They are civic infrastructure. They are archivists, watchdogs, conveners, mirrors, and defenders of the First Amendment. They record the story of a place. They cover school boards, city councils, local elections, public institutions, infrastructure fights, community victories, and warning signs that no national outlet will ever care enough to cover.And when they disappear, the information does not disappear.The verification disappears.The context disappears.The accountability disappears.Clint makes the case that healthy local media is one of the last remaining foundations of healthy civic life. As he says in the conversation, the press is the only industry named directly in the U.S. Constitution. That means newspapers carry a responsibility that goes far beyond content, clicks, ads, or subscriptions.Nick, Joe, and Clint explore what happens when a community loses its paper, why opinion pages and letters to the editor still matter, how local media can preserve balanced civic conversation, and why communities should not take their local newspaper for granted.They also discuss the difference between real reporting and content generation, why AI should not replace original journalism, how young people consume news, and what it would take to rebuild local news in places that have become news deserts.

Many organisations want a positive workplace culture, but creating one is easier said than done.How do you know what your culture is really like? What role do leaders play? And why do some organisations create environments where people thrive, while others struggle with engagement, retention, and performance?In this episode of HR Coffee Time, Fay is joined by workplace culture and leadership expert Aoife O'Brien, founder of Happier at Work and author of the bestselling book Thriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention.Aoife shares her Thriving Talent framework and practical advice to help organisations create cultures where people can thrive. Together, Fay and Aoife explore psychological safety, leadership, values, strengths, employee needs, and practical ways to improve the experience of work for everyone.In This Episode, You'll Learn:The framework Aoife uses to help organisations create cultures where people thriveWhy psychological safety is the foundation of a thriving workplaceWhy culture is not HR's responsibility aloneThe role leaders play in shaping workplace cultureHow to identify what your workplace culture is really like todayPractical ways to involve employees in shaping cultureWhy many organisations have "accidental leaders" - and the impact this can have on engagement and retentionHow HR can build the business case for investing in leadership developmentWhy values, strengths, and employee needs play such an important role in helping people thrive at workPractical ways to identify your strengths and understand what helps you do your best workChapters[00:00] - Why workplace culture matters[01:34] - Introducing Aoife O'Brien[04:14] - Why Aoife wrote Thriving Talent[07:09] - The Thriving Talent framework explained[10:00] - The research behind the framework[13:55] - Why psychological safety matters[14:27] - Is workplace culture really HR's responsibility?[17:28] - How to define the culture you want[19:15] - The challenge of accidental leaders[25:27] - Making the business case for leadership development[30:03] - What helps people thrive at work?[35:22] - Values, needs and strengths[39:27 ]- Book recommendations[40:44] - How to connect with Aoife[41:49] - Closing and book giveaway reminderSpecial Offer for HR Coffee Time ListenersAoife has kindly arranged a 10% discount on her book, Thriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention. Use this link to access the discount.Useful LinksConnect with Aoife O'Brien on LinkedInVisit Aoife's Happier at Work websiteLearn more about the Thriving Talent bookConnect with Fay on LinkedInLearn about Fay's Essential HR PlannerLearn about Fay's Inspiring HR Leadership ProgrammeBooks Recommended In This EpisodeThriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention - Aoife O'BrienInsight: How to succeed by seeing yourself clearly - Dr Tasha EurichDare to Lead - Brené BrownYour Best Meeting Ever - Rebecca HindsHelpful Episodes to Listen to NextEp 47: Discovering your values to help your HR Career, with Zoe HawkinsEp 107: The Impact of Imposter Syndrome at Work and How to Tackle It Head-On, with Aoife O'BrienEp 136: How to shape a winning workplace culture when you work in HR, with Annabelle Lawson and Paula BrockwellEp 114: What Workplace Culture Is, How to Measure It, and a Surprising Way to Improve It, with Arend BoersemaEp 76: HR Insider tips on how to create an amazing remote working culture, with Claire CathcartEnjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Sign up for the free weekly HR Coffee Time email to be notified each time a new episode is released - and get free career tips, tools, and resources.Mentioned in this episode:Kara Connect - Help When It's Needed MostMenopause, grief, ADHD, relationship breakdown... Every day, employees dealing with these situations are turned away by their EAP because they didn't qualify for counselling. When someone finally asks for help, they deserve better. Visit Kara Connect, where no employee is ever turned away. Kara Connect

As many will already know, it was the youngest child of Prince Louis of Battenberg and Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine who would become a prominent figure in the lives of the modern world of the Windsors. Young Louis Battenberg, later Louis Mountbatten, was known as Dickie to his confidants, and was stung early when his father, First Sea Lord of the British Navy, was removed from his post at the outbreak of WWI because of his German origins. The episode would motivate his son to excel in a Naval career to reclaim the title, and the then-Mountbattens' familial closeness with the House of Windsor would give him an avenue to real political power and influence. Edwina Ashley, future wife of Louis Mountbatten, was born into a family of means, but not of emotional connection. While her grandfather, Sir Ernest Cassel, was kind and involved, her parents left her sister and Edwina to mostly be raised by governesses. After her mother's death, Edwina's father married for a second time to a woman Louis would later describe as "a wicked woman." Edwina was ultimately able to find refuge in her grandfather's home, where as a teenager she became a sophisticated society hostess and a friend to many in the monied elite. Sir Ernest Cassel's death, when Edwina was about 20, made her one of the richest women in England. Upon her engagement to the much-less-rich Louis Mountbatten, Sir Anthony Eden noted in his diary, "Edwina Ashley is engaged to Lord Louis Mountbatten. What a waste." Want early, ad-free episodes, regular Dumpster Dives, bonus divorces, limited series, Zoom hangouts, and more? Join us at⁠ patreon.com/trashydivorces⁠! Want a personalized message for someone in your life?⁠ Check us out on Cameo⁠! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ⁠info@amplitudemediapartners.com⁠. Sources ⁠The Mountbattens: Their Lives and Loves⁠, by Andrew Lownie (Amazon.com) ⁠Edwina Mountbatten: A Life of Her Own⁠, by Janet Morgan (Amazon.com) ⁠Lord and Lady Mountbatten Wedding⁠ (townandcountrymag.com) ⁠THE LIFE AND LOVES OF LADY EDWINA MOUNTBATTEN - The Washington Post⁠ ⁠The Countess Who Counted - The Washington Post⁠ ⁠Inside the scandalous 'bed-hopping' marriage of Louis and Edwina Mounbatten | The Sun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As many will already know, it was the youngest child of Prince Louis of Battenberg and Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine who would become a prominent figure in the lives of the modern world of the Windsors. Young Louis Battenberg, later Louis Mountbatten, was known as Dickie to his confidants, and was stung early when his father, First Sea Lord of the British Navy, was removed from his post at the outbreak of WWI because of his German origins. The episode would motivate his son to excel in a Naval career to reclaim the title, and the then-Mountbattens' familial closeness with the House of Windsor would give him an avenue to real political power and influence. Edwina Ashley, future wife of Louis Mountbatten, was born into a family of means, but not of emotional connection. While her grandfather, Sir Ernest Cassel, was kind and involved, her parents left her sister and Edwina to mostly be raised by governesses. After her mother's death, Edwina's father married for a second time to a woman Louis would later describe as "a wicked woman." Edwina was ultimately able to find refuge in her grandfather's home, where as a teenager she became a sophisticated society hostess and a friend to many in the monied elite. Sir Ernest Cassel's death, when Edwina was about 20, made her one of the richest women in England. Upon her engagement to the much-less-rich Louis Mountbatten, Sir Anthony Eden noted in his diary, "Edwina Ashley is engaged to Lord Louis Mountbatten. What a waste." Continue your investigation with ad-free and bonus episodes on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠! To advertise on Done & Dunne, please reach out to ⁠⁠⁠info@amplitudemediapartners.com⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years, educational technology has promised to make learning faster, more personalized, and more efficient. On some respect, it has delivered on those promises. But as concerns about screen time and student engagement continue to grow, more educators are rediscovering the value of low-tech learning.... The post What the Revival of Barnes and Noble Can Teach Us about Gen Z and Technology appeared first on Spencer Education.

As many will already know, it was the youngest child of Prince Louis of Battenberg and Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine who would become a prominent figure in the lives of the modern world of the Windsors. Young Louis Battenberg, later Louis Mountbatten, was known as Dickie to his confidants, and was stung early when his father, First Sea Lord of the British Navy, was removed from his post at the outbreak of WWI because of his German origins. The episode would motivate his son to excel in a Naval career to reclaim the title, and the then-Mountbattens' familial closeness with the House of Windsor would give him an avenue to real political power and influence. Edwina Ashley, future wife of Louis Mountbatten, was born into a family of means, but not of emotional connection. While her grandfather, Sir Ernest Cassel, was kind and involved, her parents left her sister and Edwina to mostly be raised by governesses. After her mother's death, Edwina's father married for a second time to a woman Louis would later describe as "a wicked woman." Edwina was ultimately able to find refuge in her grandfather's home, where as a teenager she became a sophisticated society hostess and a friend to many in the monied elite. Sir Ernest Cassel's death, when Edwina was about 20, made her one of the richest women in England. Upon her engagement to the much-less-rich Louis Mountbatten, Sir Anthony Eden noted in his diary, "Edwina Ashley is engaged to Lord Louis Mountbatten. What a waste." Listen ad-free at ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/trashyroyalspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠. To advertise on this podcast, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠info@amplitudemediapartners.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cette semaine, j'ai la chance rare d'accueillir au micro de Demain N'attend Pas un des derniers sages de notre époque, le grand penseur de l'écologie spirituelle : Satish Kumar.C'est une rencontre dont j'ai longtemps rêvé.Cet homme, âgé de 89 ans, né à l'autre bout du monde, élevé comme un moine Jaïn, est porté par un optimisme sans faille et par une conviction pacifiste profonde. Au micro de DNP, il partage avec une simplicité et une joie désarmante ce que la vie lui a appris. Ce sont les enseignements les plus justes et peut-être les plus radicaux qu'il m'aie été donné d'entendre :- Satish nous dit que les transformations écologiques ne se réaliseront QUE SI on opère un changement profond dans notre vision du monde et dans nos coeurs. En faisant la paix avec nous-même, en tissant des liens entre les hommes et en prenant soin du vivant. - Il nous incite à nous éloigner de la peur qui nous dresse les uns contre les autres et à nous ouvrir à l'émerveillement, à la gratitude et à la différence. - Il nous appelle à agir pour un monde meilleur de façon déterminée... tout en refusant résolument toute forme de violence et de polarisation des débats... - Il nous recommande d'agir à notre échelle, sans attendre le grand soir, en nous concentrant sur notre action et non sur les résultats, sur le chemin et non sur le but. C'est simple et pourtant si loin de notre façon d'être au monde aujourd'hui. Chez lui, l'engagement se vit chaque jour.Dans cette discussion à coeur ouvert, Satish nous raconte : - Comment sa vie a basculé à neuf ans : marqué par la mort de son père, il demande alors à devenir moine Jaïn et entre au monastère. - Comment, inspiré par le courage des figures comme Gandhi et Martin Luther King, il défie le cloisonnement entre spiritualité et action et choisi de quitter la vie monastique pour pratiquer la spiritualité dans l'action, avec la main et le cœur autant qu'avec la tête.- Comment il part faire un tour du monde à pied pendant 3 ans, sans un sou en poche, reposant sur l'accueil et la générosité des habitants -et donc sur le lien à l'autre : il traverse les continents pour rencontrer les dirigeants des 4 puissances nucléaires de l'époque et dénoncer les dangers de ces armes.- Comment il s'installe en Angleterre il y a près de 40 ans et crée une école pour enfant (little school) et une école pour adulte (Schumacher College) où il propose une éducation holistique, qui nourrit la tête, le coeur et le corps. Autant vous dire que cet épisode de DNP est très important pour moi. Si important que j'ai voulu jouer les prolongations et vous proposer une suite. Vous retrouverez Satish dans le prochain épisode de DNP pour un enregistrement live avec une soixantaine de personnes. Ce sera l'occasion de l'entendre revenir sur ses thèmes de prédilection et répondre à toutes les questions de l'audience.Ces deux épisodes sont en anglais bien sur. Si l'anglais vous va, restez ici, vous êtes au bon endroit. Si ce n'est pas le cas, je vous encourage à aller voir l'épisode sur la chaine Youtube de DNP où vous les trouverez en vidéo sous-titrées en français.Et si en écoutant Satish, vous rêvez de vivre l'expérience du Schumacher college, contactez moi. Je vais monter un petit groupe qui partira une semaine à l'été 2027. Allez, installez vous confortablement et apprêtez vous à vivre intensément l'heure à venir. (Tous mes remerciements à la Résidence Tallard, où Satish a résidé lors de son séjour à Paris et qui nous a reçu pour l'enregistrement de ce podcast.)Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

At the World Federation of Hemophilia World Congress in Kuala Lumpur, thousands gathered to discuss the future of bleeding disorders care. Gene therapies. Rebalancing agents. Artificial intelligence. New possibilities seemed to be everywhere. But beneath the excitement, one question echoed throughout the meeting: who still gets left behind? In this episode of the Global Hemophilia Report, Patrick Lynch sits down with Believe Limited's Amy Board, WFH Humanitarian Aid Director Assad Haffar, and Sanofi's Bonnie Anderson to explore the promises of innovation, the realities of global inequity, and the humanitarian efforts working to close the gap. From breakthrough science to life-changing access programs, this conversation examines what "Treatment for All" really means in 2026. Guests: Amy Board – Director, Engagement and Programs, Believe Limited Assad Haffar – WFH Humanitarian Aid Director Bonnie Anderson –  Head of Humanitarian Aid, Rare Diseases at Sanofi   Senior Advisor: Donna DiMichele, MD   Hosted by: Patrick James Lynch   Featured Advertiser: Sanofi   Subscribe to the Global Hemophilia Report Show Notes:   Connect with the Global Hemophilia Report Global Hemophilia Report on LinkedIn Global Hemophilia Report on X/Twitter Global Hemophilia Report on Facebook   Connect with BloodStream Media: BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook  BloodStream on X/Twitter   

In this week's episode, Scott McInnes sits down with Christine Armstrong, to dive deep into the critical importance of connection in the workplace. Together they explore how workplace trends have eroded relationships and the role of intentionality in creating a thriving organisational culture.  Christine offers practical strategies to rebuild trust at work and really nurture those vital human connections.    Key Takeaways:  Connection is a deliberate act, not a happy accident  Hierarchical and operational policies inadvertently undermine trust  Connection thrives on small, frequent interactions, not grand initiatives  Trust is the foundation for difficult conversations and authentic connection  The middle layer of work relationships has been lost to societal and organisational shifts  Organisations should design work around human needs, not assumptions of tradition  Simple listening and positive reinforcement are the most cost-effective trust builders    Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to Connection in the Workplace  02:20 The Importance of Connection  05:20 Impact of COVID on Workplace Connections  08:09 Rebuilding Connections: Strategies and Initiatives  11:39 Creating Learning Moments and Engagement  14:12 Responsibility for Connection in the Workplace  19:50 Navigating Difficult Conversations  23:46 Assuming Positive Intent in Communication  27:02 Meeting Diverse Needs in the Workplace  30:40 Consequences of Weak Connections  35:06 The Power of Listening to Rebuild Connections       Connect with us:  LinkedIn  |  YouTube  |  Instagram     Connect with Christine:  LinkedIn |  Website   

Qu'est-ce qui pousse un homme à tout quitter pour devenir moine à 9 ans, puis à repartir dans le monde, marcher 8 000 kilomètres sans argent, et porter le message de la non-violence jusqu'aux dirigeants des grandes puissances nucléaires ?Dans cet extrait, je vous propose un moment suspendu avec Satish Kumar, penseur, militant pacifiste, ex-moine jaïn, pionnier de l'écologie profonde et fondateur du Schumacher College.Satish nous y partage le récit de sa marche autour du monde qui dura près de 3 ans. Tout y est symbole :- il part sans argent pour s'obliger à être en lien avec les gens,- il marche et refuse toute autre façon de se véhiculer pour s'imprégner de la diversité des cultures,- il offre un sachet de thé aux représentants des puissances nucléaires pour les invités à s'assoir à table et à dialoguer plutôt que de s'armer,- il commence sa marche à la tombe du Mahatma Gandhi et la termine à celle John F. Kennedy pour montrer que les armes et la violence doivent être condamnées.Cet échange ouvre la porte à une sagesse puissante, à mille lieues d'un simple idéal : un chemin d'engagement concret, qui invite à déconstruire nos réflexes et à oser une action fondée sur la confiance et la radicalité du cœur.Un épisode pour celles et ceux qui ressentent l'élan, ou la nécessité, de réconcilier spiritualité et action, réflexion et engagement, et qui veulent puiser dans l'expérience d'un infatigable marcheur de paix, une inspiration sincère pour traverser nos tempêtes contemporaines.Je vous embarque dès demain, le 17/06/2026 pour l'épisode complet !Belle écoute.PS : l'épisode est en anglais. Si l'anglais vous fatigue, il sera sous titré en français sur youtube dès demain.(Tous mes remerciements à la Résidence Tallard, où Satish a résidé lors de son séjour à Paris et qui nous a reçu pour l'enregistrement de ce podcast.)Demain N'attend Pas est un podcast indépendant créé et animé par Delphine Darmon.Toutes les 2 semaines, j'échange avec des personnalités inspirantes pour questionner les récits qui façonnent notre monde, et ouvrir des pistes concrètes de futurs plus désirables.SOUTENEZ-nous : abonnez-vous au podcast, donnez-lui 5 étoiles, partagez-le, c'est notre meilleur soutien !Suivez DNP : Linkedin @delphinedarmon, Instagram @Demainnattendpas, Youtube @DemainnattendpasAbonnez-vous à la newsletter : Abonnement à la Newsletter - Demain n'attend pasHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Are you struggling to capture the attention of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in a saturated cybersecurity market? Join us in this enlightening episode of The Cyber Go-To-Market Talk podcast for cybersecurity sales and marketing teams, where we unpack the secrets to effective cyber security sales strategies that can elevate your approach and drive revenue growth. Host Andrew Monaghan sits down with Chris Camacho, co-founder and COO of Abstract Security, who brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles as a buyer at financial services companies. Chris shares invaluable insights into the shifting dynamics of selling cybersecurity solutions, particularly to Fortune 500 companies. He emphasizes the critical need for cyber sales teams to either reduce current spending or replace existing vendors to gain traction, making a strong first impression that resonates with decision-makers. This episode dives deep into Chris's unique journey from being a buyer of cybersecurity products to becoming a builder and seller, offering listeners a rare perspective on what works and what doesn't in the realm of cyber security sales. With around 3,900 vendors vying for attention in the cybersecurity space, standing out is no easy feat. Chris discusses the challenges of differentiation and the evolving role of AI in both sales and product development, providing actionable insights that can help your team navigate these complexities. Building and maintaining relationships is key in the cybersecurity landscape, and Chris stresses the importance of leveraging networks effectively to understand clients' specific needs. By creating tailored solutions that demonstrate clear ROI, sales teams can not only meet but exceed client expectations. Listeners will walk away with practical takeaways on sales onboarding, sales coaching, and metrics that matter in insurance, all aimed at accelerating growth in a rapidly changing environment. This episode is packed with cybersecurity marketing insights and go to market strategies for anyone involved in cyber security sales. Whether you're part of a startup or an established company, the lessons shared here will empower you to grow sales and enhance team management capabilities. Tune in to The Cyber Go-To-Market Talk podcast for cybersecurity sales and marketing teams and discover how to navigate team challenges while building trust and scaling sales teams effectively. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get better at marketing and drive predictable revenue growth! About the guest: Chris Camacho spent around ten years on the buy side in financial services, an early adopter of vendors like Crowdstrike and Flashpoint, before crossing over to build and sell security products. He is co-founder and COO of Abstract.Chapters:00:51 — Crossing from the buy side to the "dark side"02:55 — Why he bought CrowdStrike and Flashpoint early11:45 — A market with thousands of vendors, and the spend arms race15:33 — Three ways to fill a regional CISO event18:23 — Relationships, Ninja Jobs, and meeting his co-founder22:20 — What he interviews for (and what he doesn't)26:22 — When an AI lab lands in your category29:59 — What CISOs are telling him about AI32:22 — Reduce or replace: the way in now34:17 — AI for sellers, and his 17-year-old BDR Support the showThe Cyber Go-To-Market Talk is the show for cybersecurity sales leaders, founders, CROs, and go-to-market operators looking to improve cyber sales performance and build more predictable revenue growth. Hosted by Andrew Monaghan, founder of Unstoppable.do, covering cyber sales leadership, revenue leadership, sales onboarding, forecasting, pipeline generation, and cybersecurity go-to-market execution.Follow me on LinkedIn for regular posts about growing your cybersecurity startupWant to grow your revenue faster? Check out my cybersecurity sales consulting and trainingNeed ideas about how to grow your pipeline? Sign up for my newsletter.

In this episode, we welcome strategic executive leader and event producer Kelly Olson, joined by her husband Eric Scott Olson, to discuss her career in live events and television and her current work on the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in the Twin Cities. Kelly shares her origin story working on the 1991 Special Olympics opening ceremony, including an early assignment to find a piano for Prince, and traces her path through major productions, including Oprah (six years), LA events, and later PR work after leaving New York following 9/11 and anthrax concerns. The conversation highlights the scale of the USA Games, unified sports growth, venues, opening and closing ceremonies, celebrity participants, and the impact of mentorship, networking, and service-minded production.

Listen as we explore why community-based marketing is becoming more popular and how insurance agents can get started. This strategy is a great way for agents to grow their business just by getting involved in your local community.   Read the text version   Get Connected:

AI can help faculty think beyond static course content and toward learning experiences where students practice, reflect, receive feedback, and connect ideas to their own interests. For this June Summer Short, Andrew Everett revisits three conversations about AI and course design. Dr. David Wiley discusses how generative AI may change the future of open educational resources by creating more customized learning conversations. Dr. Rafael Pacheco shares how an AI-powered adaptive learning tool can provide immediate feedback and support students with different levels of preparation. Arthur Takahashi, Jeff Mastromonico, and Andrew also return to the idea of vibe coding and how faculty can start small with AI-assisted building through announcements, content pages, study guides, and other low-risk course materials. Get free access to more of our content, including the Continuing the Conversation Activity, by visiting our show page for more. 

The most important part of your surgery isn't plugged in, mounted, or calibrated. It's the person standing beside you. Have you ever dreaded walking into a beautiful practice with lovely patients — purely because of who you share the surgery with? What do you actually do, in the moment, when your assistant rolls their eyes at a request for rubber dam? And should you be friends with your assistant at all — or does that cross a line you'll regret? This is an Interference Cast — a non-clinical but deeply practical episode — with Dr. Sarah Braun, a dentist in Australia and a fellow Protrusive Guidance member who DM'd to suggest this very topic. No course, no book, nothing to sell: just two clinicians comparing notes (and the odd scar) on the one relationship that quietly shapes your whole working life. It sits inside this month's theme of the relationships that support your career. https://youtu.be/OyztRyPpcHM Watch IC075 on YouTube What You'll Take From This Episode The full breakdown is in the Premium Notes; here's the shape of the thinking that runs through the episode: Engagement is the whole game — the assistant relationship sets the mood of the room, the patient's experience, and whether good people stay. Speak their language — appreciation only lands if it's delivered in the form that particular person actually values. Appreciation is a verb — specific, named praise lands far harder than a vague “good job.” Let them, let me — you don't control how someone reacts in the moment; you only control your response to it. Lead the room — dentistry is a performance, and the room takes its emotional cue from whoever is leading it. Highlights of this episode: 00:00 TEASER01:13 Why This One Relationship Can Make or Break You03:49 A Non-Clinical Interference Cast: What to Expect04:47 Meet the Guest: Nine Years In, City to Country07:01 A Week in Private Practice09:15 How Much Does the Dentist–Assistant Relationship Matter?11:01 Engagement at Work: The Gallup Lens12:30 People Remember How You Made Them Feel14:21 When the Relationship Turns Toxic15:23 The Power Imbalance You Might Not See18:11 The First-Day Conversation20:52 Keeping Your Assistant Engaged22:23 Specific Praise Beats a Vague “Good Job”23:55 Midroll27:37 You Can Only Control Yourself29:34 The Eye-Roll Moment: Let Them, Let Me31:23 Off Days vs Patterns32:12 Appreciation, Gifting & Speaking Their Language35:32 Run the Relationship Like It Matters36:48 Friends With Your Assistant, or Keep Your Distance?39:08 A Best Friend at Work: The Engagement Link41:15 Advice for New Grads: Start With Time Management44:26 Teaching as a Tool: Show Your Working Out48:05 Wrap-Up & a Healthy Debate48:37 CPD Outro & the Protrusive Vault References & Further Reading: Sources and further reading from this episode: Chapman G. The Five Love Languages. Northfield Publishing, 1992. The five ways people give and receive appreciation — words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service, receiving gifts, and physical touch — applied here to the dentist–assistant relationship. Robbins M, Robbins S. The Let Them Theory. Hay House, 2024. The “let them / let me” reframe for releasing what you can't control and owning your own response. Rath T. StrengthsFinder 2.0. Gallup Press, 2007. The CliftonStrengths assessment; “Learner” is one of its talent themes, referenced in the discussion of teaching as a way to engage your assistant. Gallup employee-engagement research. The Gallup Q12 engagement survey (including the validated “I have a best friend at work” item) and Gallup's State of the Global Workplace reports. Source of the workforce-engagement framing in this episode. Exact figures vary by year — see Reviewer Note. Want more? If you enjoyed this episode, check out: How to Find a Mentor in 5 Seconds Flat! – IC058.  #InterferenceCast #CareerDevelopment #Communication #BeyondDentistry Listen, Subscribe, Earn CPD: This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. This episode meets GDC Outcomes A and B AGD Subject Code: 550 Practice Management and Human Relations Aim & Learning Outcomes: Aim: To help dental practitioners understand and strengthen the working relationship between dentist and dental assistant — recognising its impact on team engagement, patient experience and personal job satisfaction, and building practical habits to improve it. Learning Outcomes — by the end of this episode, dentists will be able to: Explain how the working relationship between a dentist and a dental assistant affects team engagement, the patient experience, and clinician wellbeing. Identify practical strategies for communicating appreciation and recognition in ways suited to the individual, and for involving an assistant according to their preferences. Apply self-management and emotional-regulation approaches to leading the surgery and responding constructively to interpersonal friction.

Bill Ray and Brandon Virgallito have a conversation about the insider strategies that have transformed his company's approach to property makeovers. You'll discover how a laser-focused pre-moveout inspection starts the process months before tenants leave, enabling faster scheduling and fewer down days. Brandon breaks down the critical importance of standardized materials and clear checklists that keep quality high even when managing nearly a thousand units across multiple properties. Bill Ray Asset Manager in VSF Investments Based in: Celina, Ohio Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-ray-5430b51a3/ Brandon Virgallito Managing Member of Real Estate Alpha Based in: Dayton Metropolitan Area Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bvirgallito/ Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky. Founder of B Known Agency, a boutique branding and digital marketing firm specializing in sports and entertainment. Kaminsky shares his journey from consulting, to working at ESPN, to eventually launching his own agency. He discusses helping major personalities like Stephen A. Smith, Jalen Rose, Harrison Barnes, and Rich Eisen develop strong social media identities and storytelling strategies. Brendan explains why he left ESPN after six and a half years—despite the security, prestige, and Disney benefits—to pursue entrepreneurship. He describes how brand building has shifted from traditional media to a landscape where relatability, vertical video, audience engagement, and consistent content matter more than follower counts. He also talks about the pressure of managing public-facing work in real time, the importance of being accessible to high‑profile clients, the rising role of AI in content creation, and how social platforms have become core to modern marketing strategies. Additionally, Brendan shares specific examples of working with Jalen Rose on mixing sports commentary with community-focused storytelling and describes how Rich Eisen’s annual “Run Rich Run” 40‑yard dash evolved into a signature charitable brand moment. The interview closes with insights on relationship-building, authenticity, and visibility—reinforcing that in the digital era, it’s not just “who you know,” but who knows you. PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW 1. To highlight Brendan Kaminsky’s entrepreneurial journey McDonald explores how Kaminsky transitioned from a major corporation (ESPN) to founding a successful agency. 2. To educate listeners on the evolving world of branding and digital media Kaminsky explains how branding now depends on relatability, vertical video, and engagement over follower count. 3. To provide actionable guidance for entrepreneurs and creators The interview teaches how consistency, accessibility, and storytelling help build a recognizable digital brand. 4. To show how athletes and media personalities use content to expand influence Brendan walks through real client strategies—from Jalen Rose’s community work to Rich Eisen’s fundraising dash. 5. To explore the role of AI in modern marketing Kaminsky discusses how AI assists with analytics, research, and identifying viral content moments. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Relatability drives modern branding People connect with authenticity, not polished promotion. Talk to your audience, not at them. 2. Engagement matters more than follower count Algorithms reward content that resonates, regardless of how many people follow you. A creator with 10,000 followers can hit a million views. 3. Social media requires presence and accessibility High-profile clients expect responsiveness; being available is key to agency success. 4. Vertical video is the new standard Optimizing content for mobile consumption is essential—TV graphics no longer dictate how content is built. 5. AI is an asset, not a threat Kaminsky uses AI for virality scoring, caption suggestions, research, and identifying strong clips from long-form content. 6. Data tells the story Success can be clearly measured through views, engagement, and growth—unlike billboards or traditional media. 7. Use “hot topics” to highlight deeper work For clients like Jalen Rose, trending sports conversations help drive attention to community-focused initiatives like his leadership academy. 8. Brand moments can start from something small Rich Eisen’s 40-yard dash evolved into a signature charity event and content anchor. 9. Entrepreneurship requires trusting your gut He left ESPN without telling anyone beforehand to avoid discouragement—because he felt the pull to build his own vision. 10. Visibility creates opportunity In the digital era, it’s not just who you know—it’s who knows you. NOTABLE QUOTES On entrepreneurship “I trusted my gut… I didn’t tell one person I was leaving ESPN because I didn’t want anyone to make me doubt myself.” On branding “People want to relate to you. They want to get to know you.” “Talk directly to your audience.” On social metrics “It’s become a lot more about engagement and views than total follower number.” On accessibility “You could be the best at your job, but if a client can’t reach you, it doesn’t matter.” On visibility “It’s not about who you know—it’s about who knows you.” On AI “AI is absolutely an asset… it helps us with research, analytics, even virality scoring.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Discovering Grayslake, host sits down with Mayor Elizabeth Davies as she reflects on her first year in office. They cover the village's balanced budget, expanded bike paths, and nature trail improvements. Mayor Davies addresses the controversial data center development, emphasizing fact-based dialogue and community unity. The conversation also highlights support for local businesses on Center Street and exciting upcoming events, including a 250th anniversary drone show. Throughout, Mayor Davies reinforces her commitment to transparent leadership and keeping Grayslake a wonderful place to live, work, and play. Discovering Grayslake: Leadership, Community, and Growth – Insights from Mayor Elizabeth Davies Grayslake, Illinois, is more than just a picturesque Midwestern town—it's a thriving community built on fiscal responsibility, open communication, and a deep sense of hometown pride. In a recent episode of the "Discovering Grayslake" podcast, Mayor Elizabeth Davies sat down with the host to reflect on her first year in office, discuss the village's priorities, and share her vision for the future. This in-depth blog post unpacks the main themes and actionable insights from their conversation, offering valuable guidance for residents, local leaders, and anyone passionate about building stronger communities. Table of Contents Fiscal Responsibility: Building a Sustainable Future Transparent and Positive Communication Supporting Local Businesses: The Heart of Grayslake Open Spaces and Connectivity: Enhancing Quality of Life Smart Growth and Zoning: Balancing Progress with Community Values Navigating Controversy: The Data Center Development Celebrating Community: Events that Unite Grayslake Expert Advice: Actionable Tips for Community Leaders Final Thoughts: Fostering Unity and Engagement 1. Fiscal Responsibility: Building a Sustainable Future Key Takeaway:   Grayslake's commitment to fiscal responsibility is a cornerstone of its success. Mayor Davies' first budget as mayor maintained a balanced budget and zero debt status, with only a modest 1.5% increase in spending despite inflationary pressures. In-Depth Insights: Prudent Budgeting:**     Every dollar spent is carefully evaluated to ensure it delivers value to residents.   The village prioritizes essential services while seeking efficiencies to keep costs down. Zero Debt Policy:**     Grayslake's zero debt status is rare among municipalities and provides flexibility for future investments.   Avoiding debt means more resources can be directed toward community projects and less toward interest payments. Strategic Investments:**     New funding was allocated for marketing and communications, recognizing the importance of keeping residents informed and engaged. Actionable Advice: For Local Leaders:**     Regularly review and justify all expenditures.   Communicate budget decisions transparently to build trust.   Invest in areas that strengthen community engagement and long-term sustainability. 2. Transparent and Positive Communication Key Takeaway:   Effective communication is essential for building trust and fostering community engagement. Mayor Davies has prioritized improving how the village connects with residents. In-Depth Insights: Official Channels Matter:**     As mayor, communication must be measured and comply with legal requirements like the Open Meetings Act.   Email is the preferred method for residents to reach the mayor, ensuring accountability and transparency. Expanding Communication Tools:**     The village is investing in new channels—such as newsletters, social media, and public meetings—to reach a broader audience. Tone and Approach:**     Mayor Davies emphasizes the importance of positive, respectful dialogue, especially when addressing controversial topics. Actionable Advice: For Community Leaders:**     Establish clear, accessible channels for resident feedback.   Respond promptly and thoughtfully to questions and concerns.   Foster a culture of civility, even when opinions differ. 3. Supporting Local Businesses: The Heart of Grayslake Key Takeaway:   Local businesses are the backbone of Grayslake's economy and community life. Supporting them is vital for maintaining the town's unique character. In-Depth Insights: Economic and Social Impact:**     Businesses on Center Street and throughout Grayslake contribute to civic organizations, schools, and local events.   They create jobs, sponsor scholarships, and help fund community celebrations. Community Promotion:**     The village actively promotes local businesses through events like the farmers market, craft beer fest, and seasonal festivals. Standing with Businesses During Controversy:**     Mayor Davies addressed recent calls to boycott businesses over unrelated village decisions, urging residents to support, not punish, local entrepreneurs. Actionable Advice: For Residents:**     Shop local whenever possible.   Attend community events and patronize businesses that give back. For Business Owners:**     Engage with the community through sponsorships and partnerships.   Communicate openly with customers about your role in the community. 4. Open Spaces and Connectivity: Enhancing Quality of Life Key Takeaway:   Grayslake's commitment to open spaces, trails, and bike paths enriches residents' lives and supports environmental stewardship. In-Depth Insights: Nature Trail and Environmental Management:**     The downtown nature trail not only offers recreation but also manages water flow through the Mill Creek Drainage District.   Recent enhancements include planting 300 trees and adding amenities like the "Gilmore Girls gazebo." Expanding Bike Paths:**     Grayslake boasts one of the region's most extensive bike path networks.   New connections, such as the path from Lake Street train station to Allegheny Park, improve safety and accessibility.   Collaboration with state and local officials was key to securing funding and approvals. Actionable Advice: For Municipalities:**     Invest in green infrastructure that serves both recreational and environmental purposes.   Prioritize connectivity to make walking and biking safe and convenient. For Residents:**     Explore local trails and parks.   Participate in community clean-up and tree-planting events. 5. Smart Growth and Zoning: Balancing Progress with Community Values Key Takeaway:   Zoning and comprehensive planning are essential tools for guiding responsible development while preserving Grayslake's character. In-Depth Insights: Zoning Framework:**     The village sets zoning districts (residential, commercial, industrial) but does not select specific businesses.   Property owners and developers propose projects that must comply with zoning and village ordinances. Community Input:**     The comprehensive plan was recently updated with input from residents, business owners, and other stakeholders.   This plan guides future growth, ensuring it aligns with community values and needs. Actionable Advice: For Local Governments:**     Engage the community in planning processes.   Regularly review and update zoning ordinances to reflect changing needs. For Residents:**     Stay informed about local development proposals.   Participate in public hearings and provide constructive feedback. 6. Navigating Controversy: The Data Center Development Key Takeaway:   Major developments, like the proposed data center in south Grayslake, require careful communication and fact-based dialogue. In-Depth Insights: Project Background:**     The data center has been in planning for years, with extensive public hearings and approvals.   It is expected to generate up to $50 million annually in tax revenue at full buildout. Community Concerns:**     National attention and local debate have highlighted the need for clear, accessible information.   The village created an FAQ website and encourages residents to ask questions directly. Respectful Discourse:**     Mayor Davies stresses the importance of respectful, fact-based conversations and discourages divisive actions like business boycotts. Actionable Advice: For Leaders:**     Proactively address concerns with transparent, factual information.   Create dedicated resources (e.g., FAQ pages) to answer common questions. For Residents:**     Seek information from official sources.   Engage in civil discussions and avoid spreading misinformation. 7. Celebrating Community: Events that Unite Grayslake Key Takeaway:   Community events are vital for fostering unity, celebrating heritage, and creating lasting memories. In-Depth Insights: Signature Events:**     The 250th anniversary drone show, Summer Nights, tree lighting ceremony, and Taste of Grayslake are highlights of the town's social calendar.   These events draw large crowds and showcase Grayslake's vibrant spirit. Honoring Service:**     Memorial Day ceremonies, featuring local leaders and Gold Star families, reinforce the community's values and gratitude. Actionable Advice: For Event Organizers:**     Plan inclusive events that appeal to diverse interests and age groups.   Partner with local businesses and organizations to maximize impact. For Residents:**     Attend and volunteer at community events.   Invite friends and neighbors to participate and build connections. 8. Expert Advice: Actionable Tips for Community Leaders Drawing from Mayor Davies' experience and the podcast discussion, here are nuanced, actionable tips for effective community leadership: Prioritize Fiscal Health:**     Maintain a balanced budget and avoid unnecessary debt.   Invest in projects that offer long-term value, not just short-term gains. Communicate with Intention:**  

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