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How Angels Are Different From VCs Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Both angels and venture capitalists invest in early-stage companies. Here are the key differences between the two: Angels invest their own money while VCs invest other people's money. This makes the angel investor more risk-averse, while the VC often takes bigger risks. Most angels hold down a day job while most VCs are full-time in that role. Angels don't get paid to invest while VCs charge a management fee on the funds they deploy. Angels typically invest small amounts on their own unless they gather into groups and make a joint investment. VCs employ larger sums of money because they collected funds from many Limited Partners during their own fundraise. Most VCs lead the round if there isn't one, while most angel investors join party rounds rather than lead the deal, as it takes a great amount of time. Angel groups can bring some of the angel investors closer to some of the benefits of the venture capitalist. In pitching angels and VCs, keep these points in mind. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

Ein SRF-Hörer nimmt einen Betrugsanruf auf und entlarvt so die dreiste UBS-Masche. «Espresso» bringt Auszüge aus dem Gespräch und gibt Tipps, auf was man achten soll. +++ Weiteres Thema: Die Qual der (zu) grossen Auswahl bei der Zahnpasta: die wichtigsten Kriterien beim Kauf.

Der Loyalty Espresso ist das Kurzformat des Loyalty Talk Podcasts und liefert relevante Insights und Denkanstösse für alle, die sich mit CRM, Kundenbindung und Loyalität beschäftigen. Wie ein starker Espresso am Morgen: kurz, intensiv und belebend. Genau so servieren wir die spannendsten Loyalty-News aus der DACH-Welt. Themen dieser Episode des Loyalty Espresso: - Check24 ruft Loyalty-Programm Smily ins Leben - Valora lanciert Limited Deal-Plattform - Wortmann führt MyTamaris ein - Adyen übernimmt Talon.One - SumUp bietet neu Treueprogramme für kleine Händler - Lidl Plus stellt auch in Deutschland auf Punkte um

In dieser Episode von RevTalk sprechen wir mit Darius Lohmann über die Frage, wie moderne Vertriebsteams heute wirklich mehr Termine buchen – ohne sich hinter Automatisierung, Tools oder LinkedIn-Reichweite zu verstecken.Darius unterstützt Unternehmen mit KI-Workshops, Cold Calling as a Service und seinem LinkedIn-System dabei, mehr qualifizierte Gespräche in den Kalender zu bekommen. Im Gespräch teilt er seine Erfahrungen aus der Praxis und erklärt, warum viele Vertriebsteams bei KI die falschen Prioritäten setzen, weshalb Cold Calling noch lange nicht tot ist und wie LinkedIn tatsächlich zur Pipeline beitragen kann.Wir sprechen unter anderem über:Warum KI gute Vertriebsarbeit verstärkt, aber nicht ersetztDie größten Fehler beim Einsatz von KI im SalesCold Calling im Jahr 2026: Was funktioniert und was nichtLinkedIn als Vertriebswerkzeug statt reiner Personal-Branding-KanalWie erfolgreiche Sales Teams heute Meetings planbar generierenWarum Umsetzung wichtiger ist als der nächste Tech-StackEine Folge für alle, die weniger über Vertrieb reden und mehr verkaufen wollen.Viel Spaß beim Hören! Timecodes0:01 - Einführung durch Julian und Jannik0:27 - Jannik antwortet und spricht über die Rückkehr des Podcasts1:39 - Vorstellung des Gastes Darius Lohmann2:25 - Darius stellt sich und seine Arbeit vor3:48 - Diskussion über Verkaufsstrategien und LinkedIn5:06 - Jannik spricht über Networking und LinkedIn7:16 - Julian fragt nach Strategien zur Inhaltserstellung9:13 - Diskussion über Content-Recycling und LinkedIn-Strategien13:19 - Darius erklärt seinen Verkaufsprozess19:22 - Diskussion über Kaltakquise und Verkaufsherausforderungen31:51 - KI-Anwendungsfälle im Vertrieb38:45 - Diskussion über die Rolle und Grenzen von KI in Unternehmen43:10 - Abschließende Gedanken und Ratschläge für junge Vertriebsprofis

PostbagLionel Guerraz voice note about content reachCome to UpLift Live Nano Bristol on 17 September 2026 – a chance to ask your LinkedIn questions direct to me and get yourself a live LinkedIn profile review!Creator Marketplace and company page collaborationsSolo and small business owners: join the Espresso+ community to improve your LinkedIn and online presence. Find out more at jesp.me/joinSupport the show: Informed is not sponsored, so all production and hosting is self-funded. To make a small donation, go to jesp.me/informed-tip – thanks!

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Gaining Sales Traction for Fundraising Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In raising funding, revenue traction is a key driver in attracting investors. Here are some key steps to gain sales traction for your fundraise. Early-stage companies don't have a large number of users, as that will take time. Instead, start with a small but dedicated set of users. Engagement with the product comes before revenue. Bring a strong story of initial users engaging with the product. Show how they are daily, weekly, and monthly active users. Calculate a customer ROI for the initial cohort of users and share that number with the investors. Large numbers of users who rarely use the product will fail to convince investors. A small group of users who can't live without the product will attract investors. Show how customer acquisition is a repeatable and predictable process. This shows the investor that you can increase sales as needed. Consider these steps in gaining sales traction for fundraising. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

How To Maintain Presence With a Prospective Investor Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In raising funding, it takes several touches to close an investor. It's best to create additional interactions with the investor beyond asking, 'are you ready to invest yet?' Here are some key steps to maintain presence with a prospective investor: Offer to provide a special discount on your product or service to the investor's portfolio companies. This expands the relationship beyond the fundraise and provides value to the investor. Engaging with the investor's portfolio company generates many new interactions. As you encounter the portfolio companies, new conversations with the investor will arise. Ask for advice in a different way that goes beyond the startup. This adds a new dimension to the relationship and brings another set of touch points. Interact with mutual contacts who may then mention you in their own conversations with the investor. The unbiased third-party source of information is the most valuable. It shows others trust and believe in you. Look for ways to generate additional interactions with the prospective investor. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

This week's Espresso covers news from Clip, Spakio, Braven and more!Outline of this episode:[00:30] – Clip raises $500M[00:43] – SPAKIO raises $1.3M seed extension[00:54] – Braven raises $4.6M seed round[01:10] – Betterfly acquires Mexico's Minu in a $100M deal[01:24] – Asaas acquires Helena CRM for $29M[01:39] – Skyone acquires ADD IT[01:52] – Interview with Luis Loaiza, CEO of JelouResources & people mentioned:Startups: Clip, SPAKIO, Betterfly, Minu, Braven, Asaas, Helena CRM, Skyone, ADD IT, JelouVCs: Collide Capital, People: Luis Loaiza

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When the Investor Says No Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In raising funding, the founder hears the response 'no' many times. Here's what to do when the investor says 'no'. Show gratitude. Thank them for their time and attention. Ask for feedback. Find out more about what they like about your deal and what they don't. Connect on social media. Use the interaction to make a connection. Add the investor to the future prospective investor list.Some investors are risk-averse and want to see the outcome of the current round. If the founder does well, the investor may come in on the next round. Ask for other investors to contact. Investors know many other investors and may know someone that is a better fit. It's often the case that the investor will fund a founder's second venture because they are now more familiar with him. The objective is to use the short-term interaction to build a long-term relationship. Consider these steps for when the investor says no. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

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Takeaways The consumption of cold coffee has significantly increased. Cold coffee beverages have become a focal point for brands. Cold brew and iced coffee are distinct products. Coffee milk is a traditional beverage in Rhode Island. The market for cold coffee is expanding rapidly. Investment in cold coffee has surged in recent years. Cold brew production requires specific equipment and processes. The rules around cold brew are not clearly defined. The future of cold coffee looks bright with ongoing innovations. Cold coffee is a viable product that is here to stay. American coffee culture is often criticized for its reliance on sugar and artificial flavors. There is a growing demand for purist cold coffee products, especially from international markets. Espresso is considered the purest form of coffee, and its quality is paramount. Coffee can serve as an effective pre-workout beverage, tapping into the health and wellness market. The ready-to-drink coffee market is saturated, but there are still opportunities for unique branding. Innovative branding, like that of Liquid Death, can help coffee brands stand out in a crowded market. Cold brew coffee has distinct flavor profiles that differ from flash brewed coffee. There is potential for cold brew-only brands to thrive in the current market. Coffee businesses must acknowledge the public's love for cold coffee to succeed.     Part of The Covoya Coffee Podcasting Network TAKE OUR LISTENER SURVEY Visit and Explore Covoya!

This week on the Roast It Yourself Podcast, Stephen and Catherine tackle a question that gets right to the heart of roasting with intention: should you roast coffee differently depending on how you plan to brew it? Listener Steve from North Dakota asks whether coffees labeled for espresso, cold brew, or pour-over are truly roasted differently—or if it's mostly marketing. The discussion dives into how different roast levels interact with various brewing methods, when it makes sense to tailor a roast for a specific cup profile, and where the line between practical roasting advice and coffee-industry marketing starts to blur. Along the way, Stephen and Catherine discuss cold brew roast preferences, the realities of "espresso roasts," paper versus metal filtration, and how home roasters can think about matching roast development to the strengths of different brewing methods. Whether you're roasting for pour-over, espresso, French press, or just experimenting with your Fresh Roast setup, this episode offers practical insights to help you get the most from every batch. Have a coffee roasting question of your own? Send it to questions@rypod.com and you might hear it featured on a future episode. SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: questions@riypod.com NOTES: Follow Our Instagram Account @RIY_POD CHECK US OUT HERE: Coffee Bean Corral YouTube Coffee Bean Corral Website Current Crop Roasting Shop Website Rancher Wholesale Website

Fundraising Is Project Management Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Fundraising is project management. In launching a fundraise, treat it like a series of projects. Here are the key steps: Start with investor documentation and build out the materials needed. Build a list of potential investors. Gain introductions to those investors. Set up meetings with each one. Follow up on the investor meetings for next steps. Negotiate the terms of the deal when working with a lead investor. Finally, close the investor. As with all project management, it's best to plan out each step. Communicate the plan to others on the team. Use project management tools to keep track of each stage, such as a CRM and a scheduler. Each project takes time and focus to build. Apply project management skills such as delegation and prioritization of tasks. Consider these project management steps and tools for your fundraise. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

Coffee prices have dropped by 32% in the last six months due to an increase in production. As the availability of coffee in origin increases, stocks in destination countries are still scarce, and some volatility is expected before we see even lower prices. Join Oran van Dort and Carlos Mera as they discuss these and many other topics affecting much of the world's favorite beverage.  This episode was recorded on June 12, 2026.   Disclaimer: Please refer to our global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011417272/disclaimer for information about the scope and limitations of the material published on the podcast. 

Starting a Relationship With an Investor Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In raising funding from an early-stage investor, the founder must build a relationship with that investor. Here are some key steps to starting a relationship with an investor. Learn their background and experiences from online sources. It's important to know their education and work experience. Research the investor by talking to their portfolio companies. Talk with mutual connections to learn more. Broach the discussion about the level of support the investor can provide. Adjust the expectations you have for the investor. Check their interest in joining an advisory board. In the early stages, this is often an informal board that meets from time to time to discuss key issues. Actively solicit feedback from the investor and make clear it's always invited. Set up a time to meet on a regular basis in person. Finally, find a mutual interest outside of work so the discussion can focus on other things from time to time. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

Wie du im Selfpublishing erfolgreich mit Dienstleistern und Dienstleisterinnen zusammenarbeitest In dieser Folge spreche ich über ein zentrales Thema im Selfpublishing: die Zusammenarbeit mit Dienstleister:innen. Ob große Konzerne wie Amazon und BOD oder individuelle Profis wie Coverdesignerinnen, Lektoren und Buchsetzerinnen – die Art der Kommunikation und die Qualität der Zusammenarbeit sind entscheidend für den Erfolg deines Buchprojekts. Ich teile meine Erfahrungen aus über 15 Jahren in der Buchbranche und zeige dir, worauf du achten solltest, wie du Missverständnisse vermeidest und mit welchen Strategien du das Beste aus der Zusammenarbeit herausholst. Außerdem erfährst du, warum klare Abmachungen, Vertragsdetails und Respekt im Umgang miteinander so wichtig sind – und wie du langfristige, vertrauensvolle Beziehungen aufbauen kannst. Ob du gerade erst startest oder schon mehrere Bücher veröffentlicht hast: ‚Auch diese Folge bietet dir wertvolle Tipps und Impulse für deinen eigenen Weg im Selfpublishing!   Hier die wichtigsten Aspekte, die ich in dieser Folge anspreche: # Die 10 wichtigsten Erkenntnisse aus der Folge   1. Zwei Hauptgruppen von Dienstleistern  Die Zusammenarbeit im Selfpublishing unterscheidet sich stark zwischen großen Firmen (wie Amazon, BOD, Tolino) und Einzeldienstleister:innen (z.B. Coverdesigner:innen, Lektor:innen). Diese beiden Gruppen erfordern jeweils unterschiedliche Kommunikationsstrategien.   2. Großunternehmen sind nicht für Autor:innen da, sondern für den eigenen Profit  Eine zentrale Erkenntnis ist, dass große Unternehmen wie Amazon & Co. primär auf Gewinn ausgerichtet sind und nicht existieren, um Autor:innen zu helfen, ihre Bücher zu veröffentlichen.   3. Kommunikation verläuft oft über Filter und Automatisierungen  Der Kontakt mit Großunternehmen verläuft meist unpersönlich und automatisiert. Persönlicher Kontakt findet nur selten statt – und selbst dann sind die Mitarbeitenden an Vorgaben gebunden.   4. Respekt und Freundlichkeit sind grundlegend  Ich kann es nicht oft genug wiederholen, sowohl im Umgang mit Großunternehmen als auch Einzeldienstleister:innen lohnt es sich stets respektvoll und freundlich zu bleiben, aber dabei auch bestimmte Anliegen klar und bestimmt zu äußern.   5. Kommunikation und Austausch mit Kolleg:innen ist wertvoll  Der Austausch mit anderen Selfpublisher:innen hilft, gemeinsame Probleme zu erkennen und Lösungsansätze zu finden. Oft treten dieselben Schwierigkeiten bei mehreren gleichzeitig auf.   6. Geduld und Vorbereitung sind wichtig  Gerade bei großen Firmen muss mit längeren Wartezeiten gerechnet werden. Es ist hilfreich, sich vor Anfragen bereits in den Hilfetexten und Angeboten zu informieren, um gezielt nachfragen zu können.   7. Vertragsprüfung ist unerlässlich  Du musst die Vertragsbedingungen und AGBs der Dienstleister:innen unbedingt genau lesen, insbesondere was Rechte, Exklusivität und nicht beabsichtigte Klauseln (z.B. Hörbuchrechte) betrifft.   8. Schriftliche Abmachungen mit Einzeldienstleister:innen sind essenziell  Für alle Leistungen – vom Coverdesign bis zum Lektorat – brauchst du klare, schriftliche Abmachungen darüber, was geleistet wird und wie die Bezahlung geregelt ist, um Missverständnisse zu vermeiden.   9. Präzises Briefing ist erfolgsentscheidend  Je genauer und spezifischer die eigenen Vorstellungen an Dienstleister:innen kommuniziert werden, desto besser werden die Ergebnisse. Unklare Angaben führen zu schlechten Resultaten und langwierigen Prozessen.   10. Klare Absprachen zu Kommunikation und Bezahlung schaffen Sicherheit  Vereinbarungen über Kommunikationswege und Zahlungsmodalitäten sollen von Anfang an geklärt werden. Auch Authentizität, Ehrlichkeit und Verlässlichkeit in der Zusammenarbeit sind Schlüssel für langfristig erfolgreiche Beziehungen.   Zusammenarbeit mit Dienstleister:innen im Selfpublishing – Warum, wie und worauf du achten solltest Wenn du dein Buch im Selfpublishing veröffentlichen willst, kommst du nicht drum herum: Du musst mit Dienstleister:innen zusammenarbeiten. Das klingt erstmal stressig, kann aber richtig Spaß machen – wenn du ein paar Dinge beachtest. In Folge 334 vom Mission Bestseller Podcast dreht sich alles um das Thema: Wie läuft die Zusammenarbeit mit Dienstleister:innen ab? Welche Fettnäpfchen kannst du vermeiden? Und wie sorgst du dafür, dass dein Buch-Projekt nicht zur Katastrophe wird? Hier bekommst du den Überblick – locker-flockig und mit einem Augenzwinkern. Zwei Sorten Dienstleister:innen – und warum das wichtig ist In der Selfpublishing-Welt unterscheiden sich grob zwischen zwei Arten von Dienstleister:innen: die großen Konzerne (Amazon, BOD, Tolino, Nova MD etc.) und die Einzeldienstleister:innen wie Cover-Designer:innen, Lektor:innen oder Buchsetzer:innen. Und ganz ehrlich: Der Unterschied könnte größer nicht sein! Die großen Firmen sind deine Eintrittskarte in den Buchmarkt. Ohne sie läuft nichts - sie drucken, distribuierten, listen und liefern deine Buchbabys aus. Aber Achtung: Die machen das nicht für dein Wohl, sondern für den Profit. Liebe Autor:in, falls du dachtest, Amazon und Co. existieren nur, um deinen Traum vom Bestseller zu realisieren – sorry, da muss ich die Seifenblase platzen lassen. Sie wollen Geld verdienen, und zwar so viel wie möglich. Respekt und Professionalität – auch bei den Großen Was heißt das für die Zusammenarbeit? Erstmal: Bleib freundlich! Die Menschen (und Bots), die dir bei den großen Dienstleister:innen begegnen, hängen auch nur in ihrem Arbeitskorsett und können nicht zaubern. Aufregen bringt nix, Respekt hingegen kommt immer gut an. Kommunikation ist das A und O – und manchmal leider auch ein Geduldsspiel. Mach dir klar: Die Wartezeiten können lang werden, gerade bei BOD oder Nova MD. Amazon antwortet zwar schnell, aber meistens bekommst du erstmal Standardantworten à la FAQ-Bot 3000. Da hilft: Sich mit anderen Autor:innen austauschen, nachfragen, ob dein Problem ein Einzelfall ist oder ob gleich eine ganze Meute betroffen ist. So fühlst du dich weniger allein und kommst eventuell schneller voran. Ganz, ganz wichtig: Lies dir die Vertragsbedingungen durch! Und ja, ich weiß, das ist so spannend wie Steuererklärung, aber du willst nicht plötzlich alle Hörbuchrechte bei einem Dienstleister eingebucht wissen, nur weil du aus Versehen ein Häkchen falsch gesetzt hast. Die Einzeldienstleister:innen – Lektorat, Cover, und Co. Kommen wir zum zweiten Team in deinem Autor:innen-Leben: die Einzelkämpfer:innen, die sich liebevoll um deinen Text, dein Cover oder das Korrektorat kümmern. Hier ist der Umgang oft persönlicher – aber gerade deshalb sollte alles Schwarz auf Weiß geregelt sein. Verträge schützen beide Seiten. Das klingt nach Anwalt und Stress, ist aber oft das, was am Ende Freundschaften rettet. Wer übernimmt was, zu welchem Preis und in welcher Frist? Das klärst du unbedingt schriftlich. Und wenn dir jemand für ein Komplett-Korrektorat 50 Euro anbietet, dann investiere das Geld lieber in einen Espresso und nutze eine Textmaschine – Ernsthaftigkeit sieht anders aus. Gute Arbeit hat ihren Preis, und das ist auch sinnvoll, schließlich möchtest du, dass die Leute von ihrer Arbeit leben können. Sei ehrlich zu dir selbst: Was ist dir dein Buch wert? Ein gutes Cover ist kein Fiverr-Schnäppchen und ein ordentliches Lektorat kostet Zeit und Geld. Klar kommunizieren – macht alles leichter Egal, ob Cover-Design oder Buchsatz: Je klarer du beschreibst, was du willst, desto glücklicher sind am Ende alle. Vage Angaben führen nur zu Frust und endlosen Korrekturrunden. Rot und Gelb sind für dich vielleicht Farben, für Grafiker:innen aber ein ganzes Universum. Je genauer dein Briefing, desto besser das Ergebnis! Und wenn mal etwas nicht passt – sei ehrlich. Freundlich, aber ehrlich. Nur so kommt ihr gemeinsam ans Ziel. Sprich auch Kommunikationskanäle ab. Wenn du nur E-Mail magst, sag es. Wenn du WhatsApp nicht ausstehen kannst, dann sag's auch. Das erspart vielen Beteiligten das große: „Wie war nochmal der letzte Stand?" Und zu guter Letzt: Bleib flexibel. Nicht jedes Dienstleister:innen-Abenteuer wird ein Match made in Heaven. Jede:r hat schon die eine oder andere Enttäuschung erlebt – das gehört dazu. Offenheit, Respekt und die Bereitschaft, aus Fehlern zu lernen, bringen dich immer weiter. Das Miteinander macht den Unterschied Selfpublishing ist Teamarbeit. Du hast die Kontrolle, klar – aber ohne gute Zusammenarbeit mit Dienstleister:innen wird's schnell ein einsames, frustiges Unterfangen. Also: Verträge machen, respektvoll (und mit einer Prise Humor) kommunizieren, Budgets realistisch kalkulieren – und immer wieder mit anderen austauschen. So wird dein Buchprojekt nicht nur erfolgreich, sondern auch angenehm für alle, die an ihm mitarbeiten. Und falls du doch mal mit eine:r Dienstleister:in streitest – denk daran: Jede Anekdote ist potenzieller Stoff für dein nächstes Kapitel.

Where in the world am I? In San Diego, talking about Sao Paolo, Brazil Welcome back to the  Dr. Mary Travelbest Guide podcast. The FAQ is: Leslie asked, "After my injury/ operation, I'm concerned about travel. Can you tell me how hard it is to resume my former Step (1-5) for Travel? How should I set my expectations for future travel after I am healed? Answer:  The step for your next travel may be different than your last trip. For example, you may have been on an African safari, and that was a Step 5. Now you have had a broken bone, or you have had surgery, and you are wondering how to get back out there on your next adventure. You may need to re-group, drop down a step or two, and figure out your confidence again. You can always go on an overnight trip to a nearby city and start with Step 1 travel once again. There may be some things you missed or never saw that you've been meaning to visit, and now would be a good time to do so. I am not a medical doctor, so follow your doctor's advice on travel.   60-second confidence challenge Your challenge today, Confidence Challenge in Sao Paulo If you like today's Confidence Challenge, my book series delves deeper into health and wellness, while moving through the 5 steps to solo travel, from easy to more challenging, with foreign language communication tips and ways to improve your fun while solo, including areas like Sao Paolo, Brazil. You can find the series at the link in the description.    See Book A for addressing this concern. Look for Part C, which is coming soon. Find it on the website​​ at https://www.5stepstosolotravel.com/ or on Amazon. It's a several-part series. Today's destination is São Paulo, Brazil.   São Paulo is the capital of Brazil and home to 22M people, a Step 5 destination.   São Paulo is worth seeing for women who like culture, neighborhoods, museums, and food, but it is not the easiest first-choice city in South America for a solo woman over 50. It can feel gray, crowded, and tiring. The traffic is real. The scale is real. The safety concerns are real. But if you stay in the right area, move with intention, and do not try to conquer the whole city, you can have a rich two-day visit that feels strong, smart, and independent.   I booked a cheap place on a travel website in São Paolo near the airport. Please listen to my mistakes at the end to understand why not to do that.   If you just arrived, you may want to take the metro into town. Get a 24-hour pass for about $.-5 Or just buy individual tickets. Metro here is free for people over 60, so just show your passport upon arrival at the station. I have a story at the end about that also.   If you are planning to go, here is a 2-day itinerary, along with a few of my comments. Day 1: Start with the easier parts of the city Morning: Avenida Paulista and MASP area Begin on Avenida Paulista because it is one of the city's best-known and most practical starting points for a solo visitor. It is central, busy, and lined with museums, cafes, shops, and hotels. MASP is one of the city's landmark museums and a strong anchor stop, rather than just wandering without a plan. São Paulo's official visitor materials also highlight Paulista as one of the city's defining areas. Midday: Long lunch instead of overpacking the day Do not try to "do São Paulo" in one sweep. Build in a proper lunch near Paulista or Jardins. This city can wear you out. Traffic, sidewalks, noise, and decision fatigue are real. Afternoon: Parque Ibirapuera Head to Ibirapuera Park for a calmer second half of the day. Official city materials list it among the major attractions, and it is a better late-afternoon choice than pushing deeper into more chaotic areas when your energy is lower. Evening: Dinner close to your hotel This is where I would be critical. São Paulo is not the city where I would tell a solo woman to "go out and see what happens" at night. Have dinner in a well-reviewed area near where you are staying, and use a car service back if needed.  Day 2:  Morning: Liberdade Liberdade is one of São Paulo's signature neighborhoods and gives you a different side of the city. Go in the morning, when you are fresh, and the area feels more manageable. It is photogenic and culturally distinct. It felt like an asian-like atmosphere for me. I felt the Japanese and other asian cultural influences, which made it different than other parts of the city. What to watch out for: Do not confuse "interesting" with "relaxing." Some parts can feel crowded, messy, and overstimulating. Keep valuables out of sight and do not stand around consulting your phone at the curb. Lunch: Stay put, then move intentionally Have lunch there or in a nearby planned stop. Avoid zigzagging across the city without a clear reason. In São Paulo, too much transit can waste time and cause more hassle. Afternoon option A: Municipal Market, if you like food stops The Mercado Municipal is iconic and worth considering for a focused visit, not an all-day outing. Go, sample, look around, then leave. Afternoon option B: Easier finish in Jardins or back to Paulista If you want a smoother second day, return to a more polished area such as Jardins or the Paulista zone. This is the better choice if you are tired, jet-lagged, or feeling cautious. Evening: End early I would lean toward Paulista/Jardins rather than picking a cheaper stay in a less convenient area. That is not because those neighborhoods are risk-free. They are not. It is because being in a more established, service-rich area usually makes solo travel simpler and lowers friction. São Paulo can be rewarding, but it is not a city to treat casually. Official advisories warn about crime, including street crime, and São Paulo's own Metro provides a dedicated safety reporting channel, which tells you something important: security is an active issue, not an afterthought. "São Paulo is not the city to improvise, but it is a city that rewards a solo woman who travels with judgment." This is not the kind of destination I would describe as easy. It is not relaxed. It is not as charming as some other cities in Brazil. And it is definitely not a place where I would suggest that a solo woman just show up and wander around without a plan. But here is the honest part. Interesting does not always mean comfortable. Some areas can feel crowded and overstimulating. So go early, stay alert, and do not stand on a sidewalk corner looking down at your phone like a lost tourist. São Paulo can be rewarding, but it is not casual travel. You need to pay attention. I would not wear flashy jewelry. I would not hold my phone out while walking. I would not arrive in a brand-new neighborhood after dark. And I would not assume that a place is fine just because it looks busy. Busy does not always mean safe. Another point for women over 50: choose your hotel area carefully. I would spend a bit more to stay in a better-located neighborhood rather than save money and make every outing harder. In a city like São Paulo, convenience is not a luxury. It is part of your safety strategy. São Paulo is better for the traveler who can say, "I do not need this city to entertain me every minute. I just want to experience it intelligently." If you go, keep your schedule realistic, stay alert, and let the city come to you in pieces. You do not need to conquer São Paulo. You just need to experience the right parts of it with confidence. I was able to store my luggage at the airport for the day for about $10. Worth it, so I did not have to carry it all day. The storage is in Terminal 2: Arrivals. Turn left. Luggage storage- "Guarda-Volumes", near parking garage entrance at far end of terminal.    There is an express train from Luz to the city every 2 hours. It's called. "GRU Airport train " Or CPTM. Take the free GRU SHUTTLE BUS. See show notes for many details. Espresso aeroporto, 60 mins long was the ride. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A3o_Paulo_Museum_of_Art https://artsandculture.google.com/story/RAURhHm2wnzb1g   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jardim_da_Luz   https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g303631-d311969-Reviews-Pinacoteca_do_Estado_de_Sao_Paulo-Sao_Paulo_State_of_Sao_Paulo.html When I first arrived in Luz, I got off at Luz station. Beautiful building. Ornate. The Portuguese Language Center was located there, too, in the Parque de Luz. The police were guarding, but felt safe. Beautiful trees and a fresh smell after the rain. Walked to the Pina Art Museum. Lots of school groups. Modern. Plus some traditional: films, sculptures, paintings, 3d designs. Walked over a bridge to a long street still close to Luz. Walked about a mile. Stores and parking garages mostly. Optical, toys, and industrial products. Found Church of San Bento. Praying for them and others in this beautiful building. No video allowed. —————— My three Sao Paolo  missteps:    Spilling yogurt all over me early in the morning. Table, clothes, floor, everywhere. What a mess. Be more careful around yogurt containers.   In the San Bento metro station, the  Woman at the counter would not give me free subway access. She sent me to the ticket booth to buy a ticket. I showed my passport there, and she said,  Go back there. So I did. I told her my age. Finally, she smiled and let me pass. Maybe I looked too young for the free transport.   Booking a room near the airport that was not in a good neighborhood. Lots of reasons not to walk at night. Bars on the doors and windows here.   Thanks for listening, and I'll see you on the next journey. AI was used to select some of the suggestions for this episode.   Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest on YouTube In the news  

In today's episode, we catch up with Jack Simpson of Axil Coffee Roasters in Melbourne and the reigning World Barista Champion.After taking the Australian Barista Championship title three years in a row, Jack claimed the world crown in Milan in November, 2025.In this conversation, Jack reflects on the experience of winning on the biggest coffee stage in the world, the pressure and opportunities that followed, and what comes next. We also discuss sustainability in coffee, and why, for Jack, it's ultimately about relationships, respect and long-term support for coffee producers, to ensure fairness and economic viability across the supply chain.Credits music: "Nothing is Forever" by Georgia Mooney in association with The Coffee Music Project and SEB Collective. Tune into the 5THWAVE Playlist on Spotify for more music from the showSign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at worldcoffeeportal.comSubscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram @5thWaveCoffee and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

Overcoming Sales Call Anxiety Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startups raising funding need to show a growth story. Investors look for traction and momentum in businesses to fund. The ability to sell the product is a key skill for early-stage founders. Some founders are not good at selling and have sales call anxiety. Here are some key steps to overcome it: Know the product very well. Mastery of the product and how it works brings confidence. Know the customer's application. Research how customers are using the product to share with new customers. Create a sales script. Know what to say at each point in the sales process. Define a sales process for the product. Create a repeatable process to take customers through to a close. Generate warm leads. By investing in marketing, a founder can generate warmer prospects to pursue. Make sales a priority in the company. Turn the sales team into heroes, and others will aspire to pursue sales as part of their career. For founders, consider these steps in overcoming sales call anxiety. For investors, look at the sales skills of the founders and their sales process. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

In dieser Leadership-Espresso-Folge spricht Erika über die zentrale Frage aus dem Buch von Maya Shankar: „What's Possible Now?“Du erfährst:•⁠ ⁠Warum Veränderung selten das eigentliche Problem ist•⁠ ⁠Weshalb Festhalten an alten Mustern Wachstum verhindert•⁠ ⁠Wie Führung beginnt, wenn wir Annahmen hinterfragen•⁠ ⁠Drei kraftvolle Fragen für mehr Klarheit, Mut und WirksamkeitImpuls der Woche:Nicht fragen, was früher funktioniert hat. Frage: Was ist jetzt möglich?Viel Freude & Inspiration beim Hören! Buch-Empfehlung

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Unfair dismissal from January 2027 – what employers need to do now In this fourth episode of the Employment Espresso Pods mini-series on the Employment Rights Act 2025, Jenny Andrews and Sian McKinley, both Of Counsel, together with Knowledge Counsel Anna Henderson, turn to one of the most significant changes - certainly the most controversial in terms of its progress through parliament - the Unfair Dismissal changes landing on 1 January 2027.

Building a Moat Into a Startup Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startups in the early days have little to protect the business beyond intellectual property. As the company grows, the startup can build a stronger moat. Here are some key steps for building a moat into a startup: Network effects -- grow the network within your customer base to strengthen the business. Design the product and the marketing to connect others to the customer base. Platforms -- design a platform into the solution offered. A platform brings reduced cost and greater capabilities versus one-off products. Integrate with partners -- use APIs and other technical connections to create a seamless solution for customers. Integrations add value and are difficult to compete against. Bundle products -- package several services into a single product. Through bundling, one creates a better solution that appeals to a broader audience. Long-term sales contracts -- signing long-term contracts provides a moat. Customers who want to switch will find it costly, and competitors will get tired of waiting for the customer to come back to the table. Proprietary data -- data that is unique to the business adds value. Unique data can be mined for additional products and services. Brand -- build a brand that provides a unique promise to the customer. Brands take time to build but can provide an additional moat for the company. Consider these steps in building a moat into your startup. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

Brendan shares his experience at a home-con he attends yearly, Bogencon. Join us, won't you?The Board Game ShowRegular games for me:The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring – Trick-Taking Game (2025)Dice Miner (2021)Strike (2012)The Gang (2024)Games I dusted off:Chicken! (2023)Skull (2011)Glory to Rome (2005)Games I tried for the first timeDune (1984)Struggle of Empires (2004)What games have you tried lately? What are some of your favorite home-con games? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

How To Build a Capital-Efficient Startup Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Investors look for capital-efficient businesses to invest in. Founders looking to raise funding should first consider building a capital-efficient startup. Here are some key steps to building a startup that is capital-efficient: Look for a business opportunity that generates good revenue from the customer. The customer will pay a high price for the product. This often comes from a good product-to-market fit. The business runs efficiently and doesn't need a great deal of money to provide the product or service. Businesses in this category are considered frugal and spend carefully. Salaries are kept low, which raises the value of the equity of the business. The startup is in a high-growth market segment generating organic growth. The startup is highly scalable and doesn't need a great deal of capital to grow. Capital-efficient businesses in the long run should do better because they don't have to raise capital as often. Investors should look for these drivers in potential startup investments. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

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Key Sales Metrics To Look For Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In reviewing startups, here are the key metrics investors should look for: Annual contract value -- the value the customer spends on the product in one year. This needs to be a meaningful amount of money in order to grow a startup. Customer lifetime value -- the total amount of money the customer spends on the product. This indicates how well the product meets the customer's needs. Sales pipeline -- the number and revenue value of sales prospects. This shows ongoing demand for the product from new customers. Conversion rate -- this shows how many leads turn into sales. This needs to be a known figure so as to calculate how many leads to generate to meet a sales goal. Sales team turnover -- this shows how long sales reps stay with a company. This shows how many salespeople need to be recruited and trained. Referrals -- shows how many leads come from partner channels. This shows how many partners need to be recruited and trained. Customer retention -- this shows how long customers use the product. This determines how many new customers need to be recruited. The goal of metrics is to define the current business model so it can be tuned to operate efficiently. Look to see how well defined these metrics are for a potential startup investment. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

Lars Amend war Lifestyle Journalist, traf internationale Superstars und lebte ein Leben, das von außen betrachtet erfolgreich wirkte. Doch irgendwann merkte er, dass Erfolg allein nicht die Antworten auf die wirklich wichtigen Fragen liefert.In dieser Folge sprechen wir über Identität, Sinn, Selbstwert und die Suche nach dem, was im Leben wirklich zählt. Lars erzählt offen von seiner bewegenden Geschichte mit seiner Mutter, die er auf ihrem letzten Weg begleitet hat, von alten Verletzungen, Vergebung und der Erkenntnis, dass jeder Mensch die Welt durch seine eigene Geschichte betrachtet.Außerdem sprechen wir über Erfolg, Selbstoptimierung, die Bedeutung von Beziehungen, warum wir unsere Eltern nicht verändern können und weshalb echte Erfüllung oft dort entsteht, wo wir etwas einfach um der Sache selbst willen tun.

En este primer episodio, Juan Manuel de los Reyes y Valentina Orduz analizan la caída del viernes que rompió la racha de nueve semanas consecutivas de ganancias del S&P 500, un reporte de empleo que sorprendió al consenso y puso a la Fed en una posición complicada, y lo que viene esta semana: el CPI de mayo del miércoles, que será la hoja de ruta para la próxima decisión de tasas, y el IPO de SpaceX el viernes, el mayor en la historia de los mercados financieros modernos, a una valoración de 1.75 trillones de dólares.

How To Get the Most out of a Pitch Session Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. For those setting up a pitch session, here are the key steps so the presenter and investor get the most out of it. Decide the goal of the pitch session. This could be providing practice for the presenter, or giving feedback on the pitch, or making an investment decision. Determine the criteria for selecting the presenters. Recruit startup presenters who meet the criteria. Set up an agenda for who will pitch and how long. Provide documentation upfront about the pitches, including the deck or executive summaries. Set aside time for general questions after each pitch. Set expectations about what will be covered in the pitches and what will not. Encourage questions that drive to the goal of the pitch session. Discourage questions and feedback that distract from the goal. Set aside time for one-on-one discussions between the investors and the presenters. Make available the presenters' contact information. Encourage follow-up by the investors. Consider these steps in how to get the most out of a pitch session. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

Discovery analytics for in and out of network viewersShould you comment on content where you don't expect to reply?Why you shouldn't delete AI comments on your postsWhy you shouldn't use "comment X to get Y"Video tab arrives on mobileSolo and small business owners: join the Espresso+ community to improve your LinkedIn and online presence. Find out more at jesp.me/joinSupport the show: Informed is not sponsored, so all production and hosting is self-funded. To make a small donation, go to jesp.me/informed-tip – thanks!

Today, we're bringing you two standout conversations recorded live on the 5THWAVE stage at The Amsterdam Coffee Festival 2026.First up, we're joined by Menno Simons, Founder of Bocca Coffee and a pioneer of the Dutch specialty coffee scene. In this thought-provoking conversation, Menno reflects on 25 years of Bocca, the evolution and longevity of specialty coffee, and why even the most established brands must continue to adapt and innovate.We then speak with Paul Sharo, Founder of Man Met Bril Koffie – the Rotterdam-based coffee hotel and roastery. In this conversation we discuss how career pathways in coffee are always evolving, and why the industry can be a platform for entrepreneurship as much as employment.Credits music: "Here's To" by Pien in association with The Coffee Music Project and SEB Collective. Tune into the 5THWAVE Playlist on Spotify for more music from the showSign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at worldcoffeeportal.comSubscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram @5thWaveCoffee and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the action in the NWSL. Next, the crew pick their NWSL season awards so far before the league takes a break. Then, the panel talks the excitement of Emma Hayes and many others to see the return of Triple Espresso for the USWNT. And, a look back at Man City's FA Cup Final triumph & OL Lyonnes Premiere Ligue final thrashing of Paris FC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the action in the NWSL. Next, the crew pick their NWSL season awards so far before the league takes a break. Then, the panel talks the excitement of Emma Hayes and many others to see the return of Triple Espresso for the USWNT. And, a look back at Man City's FA Cup Final triumph & OL Lyonnes Premiere Ligue final thrashing of Paris FC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NEW PARTNERSHIPS (both are legit)Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTMMegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTMToday's Q&As: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:42 - Espresso vs regular coffee 00:05:00 - Is doing bodyweight lifts daily adding too much volume? 00:07:15 - Are weighted movements better for building abs? 00:11:58 - PEDs in the SOF pipeline / career 00:20:13 - Struggling to hit carb targets 00:26:41 - Improving push-up performance for SFAS 00:28:50 - Managing Army PT + hard training 00:33:45 - Travel during an SF career 00:35:59 - Lowering stress/cortisol as a hybrid athlete 00:47:11 - Thoughts on stretching post run? 00:48:57 - AFT prep with one month to go 00:51:55 - Using Ruck | Run | Lift for ultras 00:53:13 - Reason for OTC failure 00:55:53 - Are heart rate monitors necessary? 00:57:57 - Using straps while training for selection 01:04:18 - Mindset for injuries 01:06:56 - Flatland vs hills for rucking 01:08:17 - Is it worth cutting at 18% body fat if I can run a sub 35-min five-mile relatively easy for SFAS? 01:10:34 - Are there plans to make the self-development guide from the new SFAS plan available standalone? 01:11:36 - Eating back workout calories while cutting—Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.—New SFAS Program (includes 59-page SFAS Personal Dev Guidebook) New Running Program: TTM Run AdvancedNew Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide—TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!)—PDF programs2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength workKickstart- beginner/garage gym friendlyTime Crunch- Workouts for those short on timeHypertrophy- intermediate/advancedJacked Gazelle- Hybrid athleteJacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athleteSFAS Prep- Special forces train-up—Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTMMegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM—Let's connect:Newsletter Sign UpIG: terminator_trainingYoutubeWebsiteSubstack

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Killing thousands of mad guests on Rollercoaster Tycoon and installing a functioning toilet directly into your car passenger seat? Sounds like a spress pod to me babe. We're ending our lives over Olive Garden refusing to make garlic bread bowls and why can't we pull up to an AMC theater to watch the super bowl? One sec i'm scheduling a robot to walk my dog at 1:30pm

Nas Filipinas, a canção “My Way” deixou de ser apenas um clássico de Frank Sinatra para ganhar uma fama sombria nos karaokês: a música que tantos cantavam como símbolo de orgulho e vitória passou a aparecer no centro de brigas, humilhações públicas e mortes tão absurdas quanto reais.Produção: Crimes e Mistérios BrasilNarração: Tatiana DaignaultEdição: Tatiana DaignaultPesquisa e Roteiro: Tatiana Daignault Música de Destaque: Midside Notes de Martin Landstrom por Epidemic Sound

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