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Andy Hooper is an investor, entrepreneur and international speaker passionate about helping e-commerce brands and SMEs scale globally. He has bought and sold many businesses and shares some great methods with us.Andy has developed frameworks like STEMS, OATS and GEP which he discusses with us and explains what they are.You can find Andy at www.linkedin.com/in/andyghooper/Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:Instagram: @your.businesshourFacebook: @your.businesshour

What separates elite performers from everyone else isn't skill, strategy, or preparation. It's psychology. Collin Henderson knows this firsthand. A former Division I wide receiver at Washington State University, seven-time author, and host of the Master Your Mindset podcast, Collin has spent his career cracking the code on peak performance — training number one NBA draft picks, Heisman football finalists, and top sales teams at Nike, Amazon, Salesforce, and Alaska Airlines. His new book, The Oz Method: Psychological Secrets of Influence for Sales, Leadership, and Life (IdeaPress, 2026), delivers a parable-driven framework inspired by L. Frank Baum's classic — and it just might change the way you sell, lead, and communicate forever. In this episode of the Business of Story, Collin reveals why sales psychology beats sales strategy every time. We unpack his five-part story framework — Set the Scene, Establish the Challenge, The Growth Journey, Face Your Fear, Resolution — and explore why the brain is hardwired to respond to problems before solutions. Collin also shares why your identity is the hidden ceiling on your performance, how "trauma, drama, daddy and mama" shapes the way high achievers either freeze or fly under pressure, and why boring will put you out of business faster than any competitor. This is a masterclass in the psychology of influence, the neuroscience of storytelling, and the courage it takes to communicate when the moment gets biggest. What you'll discover in this episode: The five-part story framework every seller, leader, and communicator needs to master. Why psychological readiness trumps preparation in high-stakes moments. How to close the gap between what your team can do and what they actually deliver Connect with Collin Henderson at thecolinhenderson.com and on LinkedIn and Instagram @ColinHendersonCoach. Find The Oz Method wherever books are sold. Learn more about the Business of Story at businessofstory.com.

In the third episode of the AI Search Roadmap series hosted by SEO and AI Search specialist Aleyda Solis, she goes through the principles and do's and dont's to set an AI Search Optimization (GEO/AEO) strategy and goals with guests specialists Judith Lewis, Tom Capper and Jonathan Moore: 00:58 - Top Errors and Mistakes when Setting an AI Search Optimization Strategy12:43 - Steps to set a successful AI search optimization strategy and goals20:19 - Tips and Resources to use to effectively set an AI search optimization strategy and goalsThanks to Similarweb for the episode and series sponsorship! Take a look to their AI visibility and traffic solutions here: https://www.similarweb.com/#AISearchOptimization #AEO #GEO

Lynn Shaw Speaks With Lionel About the Huge Battle for the Safety of Kids Agasint Big Tech. And Lobbyisty. Spotlighting That a New Act From Congress Is Aiming to Establish a Duty of Care for Tech Giants, Forcing Them to Prioritize User Safety Over Advertising Revenue.

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(2:00) Corey starts us off with a defense of Michael Alford (10:00) Student-athlete (15:00) Betting on FSU (24:00) How to make your kid an FSU fan (29:00) How to convince adults to respect FSU (37:00) Offensive potential greater or lesser than last year (45:00) Establish, stop run (56:00) Ashton Daniels, Charlie Ward and ball security Music: Cursive - The Avalance Of Our Demise Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod   Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(2:00) Corey starts us off with a defense of Michael Alford (10:00) Student-athlete (15:00) Betting on FSU (24:00) How to make your kid an FSU fan (29:00) How to convince adults to respect FSU (37:00) Offensive potential greater or lesser than last year (45:00) Establish, stop run (56:00) Ashton Daniels, Charlie Ward and ball security Music: Cursive - The Avalance Of Our Demise Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod   Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#top .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-98191d0f547ef706035ac722b608a1f6{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-98191d0f547ef706035ac722b608a1f6 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-98191d0f547ef706035ac722b608a1f6 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; } Through My Bible Yr 03 – July 31Amos 5 LISTEN HERE Through My Bible – July 31 Amos 5 (EHV) https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/03-0731db.mp3 See series: Through My Bible Mourning for Fallen Israel 1 Listen to this word that I am raising against you as a lament, [1] O house of Israel: 2 Virgin Israel has fallen, and she will not rise again.     She is abandoned on her own soil.     There is no one to lift her up. 3 For this is what the Lord God says:     A city that marches out with a thousand will have a hundred left.     A city that marches out with a hundred will have ten left for the house of Israel. Seek the Lord and Live! 4 Listen, this is what the Lord says to the house of Israel:     Seek me and live! 5 But do not seek Bethel.     Do not go to Gilgal.     Do not travel to Beersheba,     because Gilgal surely will go into exile,     and Bethel will become nothing. 6 Seek the Lord and live,     or he will rush upon the house of Joseph like fire.     The fire will consume, and no one will extinguish it for Bethel. 7 There are some who turn justice into wormwood, [2]     who throw righteousness to the ground. 8 There is one who made the Pleiades and Orion,     who turns the shadow of death into morning,     who darkens day into night,     who summons the waters of the seas,     who pours them out upon the face of the earth—     the Lord is his name. 9 He causes destruction to flash against a stronghold,     and destruction comes upon a fortress. 10 There are those who hate an arbitrator [3] in the city gate. [4]     They despise anyone who speaks honestly. 11 That is why you trample on the poor,     and you collect taxes on their grain.     You have built houses of cut stones,     but you will not live in them.     You have planted choice vineyards,     but you will not drink their wine. 12 For I know that your rebellious deeds are many,     and your sins are numerous,     you who are enemies of a righteous man,     you who take bribes.     They thrust away needy people in the city gate. 13 That is why a prudent man will be silent in that time,     because it is an evil time. 14 Seek good and not evil, so that you may live,     and then it will be like this for you:     The Lord, the God of Armies, will be with you, as you claim. 15 Hate evil and love good.     Establish justice in the city gate.     Perhaps the Lord, the God of Armies,         will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph. 16 Therefore, this is what the Lord says,     the God of Armies, who is the Lord:     In the city squares there will be grief,     and in the streets they will say, “Woe, woe!”     They will summon the farmer to mourn     and the professional mourners to sing laments. 17 In all the vineyards there will be grief,     because I will pass through your midst, says the Lord. The Day of the Lord Brings Darkness 18 Woe to those who long for the Day of the Lord!     What good will the Day of the Lord be for you?     It will be darkness and not light. 19 It will be as if a man flees from a lion,     but a bear meets him,     or he enters a house and rests his hand on a wall,     but a snake bites him. 20 Will not the Day of the Lord be darkness and not light,     gloom without a trace of brightness? The Lord Hates Faithless Worship 21 I hate, I reject, your festivals!     I do not delight in the aroma of the sacrifices at your sacred convocations. 22 Even if you offer up to me your whole burnt offerings and your grain offerings,     I will not accept them.     I will not pay any attention to your fellowship offerings of fattened calves. 23 Get the noise of your songs away from me!     I will not listen to the music of your harps. 24 But let justice roll like the waters,     and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. 25 Did you bring me sacrifices and grain offerings in the wilderness for forty years, O house of Israel? 26 You lifted up images of Sakkuth, your king,     and of Kiyyun, your star god, which you made for yourselves. [5] 27 So I will exile you beyond Damascus,     says the Lord, whose name is the God of Armies. Footnotes Amos 5:1 Or sad song Amos 5:7 Wormwood is a toxic, bitter-tasting substance (absinthe). Amos 5:10 Or a mediator Amos 5:10 The city gate served as the courthouse. Amos 5:26 The form and meaning of several of the terms and names referring to gods in verse 26 are uncertain. The terms seem to refer to astral deities, most likely including Saturn. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-aocsdx-89cb4ca21532423cf697fc393b6fcee0{ height:10px; } The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4vzadh-3f04b370105df1fd314a2a9d83e55b26{ height:50px; } Share this entryShare on FacebookShare on LinkedInShare by MailLink to FlickrLink to InstagramLink to Vimeo

Re-releasing a Dental A-Team podcast favorite! Tiff is on the pod to chat with Kiera about an office she just visited which needed some attention on its collections and accounts receivable. To give an idea of where this practice sits at, its collections are at 80% and case acceptance is at 56%. Tiff shares three points she touched on with this office: Three tactics to put into place to raise collections Establish tracking methods Spun complaints in a positive direction Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Kiera Dent (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera. And today we are bringing you something so special. I am so excited because this is one of our most popular episodes from the archives. Whether you're hearing this for the first time or catching it again, I am so excited because it's jam packed with a ton of takeaways that you can start using right now in your practice. We have released thousands, literally thousands of episodes. And I wanted to start bringing a few of these amazing episodes back for you. So I hope you enjoy. And as always, thanks for listening and I'll catch you next time.   on the Dental A Team podcast.   speaker-0 (00:32) and you guys don't worry. We say we travel in the Dental A Team, and this time you might actually hear proof of it because I have the one and only Tiffanie Trader back on the podcast. She is getting ready to fly home, just finish up with an office, and we definitely got her to podcast while she's at the airport. So Tiff, where are you at today? How is this podcasting going?   speaker-1 (00:54) podcasting is gonna be fantastic because it is because I put it out there into the universe and I am I'm actually in DC, which is funny because it's funny because I thought I I thought I booked a different airport and I thought I booked an airport I had been to and then on the way here I was like, Yeah, I've surely never actually even been to DC and anyways it's been fun. This is how my life is.   speaker-0 (01:18) So funny travel story about Tiffanie and airports. We always giggle about this. Tiff, do you want to tell about the one time like this is like real life consulting one one for you guys? Do you remember the time that you maybe missed your alarm? You set like twenty five of them, but that's fine. Like I've seen your phone and there are seriously like, Wake up, no, like really wake up. No, like you've got to get out of bed. Like that's all your alarms that you have. But like what happened that time? Because it was a really funny travel experience.   speaker-1 (01:42) Here's the thing, Kiera. I just want to point out that I am in Virginia right now. It's   speaker-0 (01:47) Yeah.   speaker-1 (01:48) the only state that I have ever, ever, ever had any travel mishaps of any sort have been either coming to or leaving Virginia. I have Virginia stuck   speaker-0 (01:59) Is your   speaker-1 (02:00) here. I've gotten stuck here on a layover. Like Virginia just doesn't want me to leave, I think. So I slept through my alarm leaving New York, coming to Virginia.   because my flight was at six thirty in the morning, which is if you know me at all is not   speaker-0 (02:16) It's okay. It's all right. We all make decisions that we shouldn't have done. And I'll be honest, sometimes when we're like booking the travel, we're like, yeah, that seems like a really good idea until we actually have to live the travel we booked for ourselves and we're like, That was a really bad idea. So   speaker-1 (02:30) It was a poor choice.   speaker-0 (02:32) You're   up late. I remember you were texting me late at night that night and I'm like, Tiff, your freaking flight leaves so early tomorrow and you're like, I'll be fine   speaker-1 (02:40) Yes, but I was fine because I actually figured out that it was quicker to drive to where I needed to be than to fly anyway. So   speaker-0 (02:49) Only after she missed her flight. So it was you know a win.   speaker-1 (02:52) Because   I had to pivot. I had to be at an office that afternoon and I was like, shoot, how do I do this? So pivot or die is like what we live and breathe by. so I mapped it and I went and I got a car and the car rental guy was like, my gosh, this is absurd. so I drove a car from New York to Virginia and it was by far my favorite road trip of working experience because it was beautiful. I got this in so many I went through   It was like fall time, but I got snow, I got fall leaves changing. I have like every possible season.   speaker-0 (03:27) It's   one of favorite stories that I definitely feel like needed to be recorded for all of our posterity to hear and all of you listeners. So this might be mine and Tiff's like journal time over here. But this is liter   speaker-1 (03:36) I think I've I think I've now flown out as of today. I will have flown in and out of every airport in Virginia.   speaker-0 (03:45) Well, I'm glad that you're able to get the last one knocked off your list today. but you guys, that's literally the day in life of a consultant. I think it's it's fun to point out the fact that like in offices when things don't go as planned, like literally pivot. I know Tip and I have many times, I mean the time that I almost got deported out of Canada, hashtag I was literally a one hour drive across the border, but no, I flew back down to New Jersey and then back trying to get across the border.   And it would have been way better had I just driven. So I think also it's like looking at it. I mean, had we mapped it, now when people are booking travel, we're always thinking like, Could you drive there faster than flying? 'Cause there's always alternatives. So I love it. Welcome to Virginia. I'm glad you're coming home. Glad your office was there. Let's kinda like   speaker-1 (04:29) office was in New Orleans. It's   fine.   speaker-0 (04:34) Everything's fine, guys. Everything's fine. We are totally competent in dental offices and we're about like seventy-five, eighty percent competent traveling. We have that like twenty percent lack that we definitely are not great at.   speaker-1 (04:44) It   just needed to hit Virginia as a state this year, so I got it in.   speaker-0 (04:48) Good job, Tiff. So actually let's like deep dive on your practice you just came from. this is not the topic we were going to go on, but I just realized like we're talking about you leaving an office. Kinda walk us through some of the things you just implemented in that practice that you were in, just so people can kind of get an experience of what it's like having a consultant in their practice.   speaker-1 (05:05) Yeah, I think that's fun. Yep. So this was and I love a bit or die.   speaker-0 (05:10) Don't worry, we had a totally different topic, but like why not why not just keep with this consulting travel theme?   speaker-1 (05:16) I like it. So yes. this is my second time in the practice. This was Ashley actually saw this practice probably like a year ago, I suppose. so she saw them first and Ashley's no longer with us, wildfires, crying, lots of tears.   speaker-0 (05:29) Decided   to get married and move away and become a practice manager. It's fine. That office got real lucky. I shout out to them.   speaker-1 (05:37) Yeah. So anyways, this is their third visit. So it's really cool to see the progression and the growth that they've experienced, but then also like the holdups that they've had. So it's like, yes, we've been consulting them for a little over a year now. but there's still so much to be done. So this week what we did yesterday and today was we focused really heavily on collections and AR because they're just   struggling a little bit in that area and they're having a hard time dialing it into where it's coming from. So it was really fun because we saw the issue and then what I did was I kind of worked my way backwards, right? Because I think in any practice you can find something that's wrong and then I can tackle that person. Right. So I can go straight for the billing representative and the office manager and be like, why aren't you collecting? Where's your money? But it's not just them.   that are the the only cause of that, right? So the only effect of the cause. So we backtracked, we looked at everything, we realized, hey, patients aren't always getting signed treatment plans. Like patients aren't even they're not always getting told what they're going to owe in the first place. So then when they're coming in, it's a little bit more difficult to collect because I noticed we have a crown you know, a crown was in last week and they paid a hundred dollars. And so if you know anything about   Crowns in dental insurance, typically a hundred dollars is not going to be the copay required. So I thought, okay, why is this patient only paid a hundred dollars? Well, probably because this patient was not prepared to pay the six hundred dollars that he had owed when he came in. So we kind of backtracked. So we figured out, okay, our collections percentage is low. It's about 86% for last month, and overall for the year they're hovering in the mid 80s.   I like to see ninety eight percent for my practices or higher. I usually tell my Medicaid practices, Medicaid slash PPO providers, ninety-three to ninety-five percent just because Medicaid takes so long. So ninety-eight percent is what we're looking for here in this practice. So eighty six percent was like, my gosh, how are how are we paying the bills? So we back chopped and we started implementing they did NDTR for us like a boss. We've done that twice to the guys don't know the N D T   speaker-0 (08:00) And you're new, that's a perfect handoff. So next visit, date, time, recare. And I will say it's magic sauce when people do it. So good to know this office was which is great. It's good. Like Tip, I love that you're breaking this down. And I think offices should do this. Like when you find a gaping hole, don't go after it. Look at all the pieces that factor in to find out where is the true breakdown. So we already know that the handoff and the doctor exam   is spot on. We are crushing that. Our handoffs are good. Our doctor exams are great. So that's not the cause of the collections being low. Like good job Tiff of checking that box to ensure and I hope people are able to see that that that's what you're doing in this. Like you're assessing to find out where the breakdown is at.   speaker-1 (08:38) And I think that's right. And as you're saying that, it made me think of like treatment planning, right? So doctors, you go in the operatory and if you just looked at a tooth and you saw this this piece of decay, right? No x-ray, nothing else. You just look at the tooth, you're like, okay, there's decay there. We need to get it out. Let's do a filling. Okay. So you do a filling, you get in there, because you haven't looked at the x-ray yet, you get in there and you're like, holy cow, that's not the only problem. So I think of it as like   You go in, you look at the tooth, but you also look at the x-rays and all the other evidence that you have. You look at you know, intra-oral photos, you look at structure, all of these items to assess what the patient needs on that tooth. So if you look at the x-ray, maybe the x-ray shows like all of this patient's pain is actually stemming from a huge abscess at the root of the tooth. Had we not looked at the x-ray, we might have just tried to fill it, right? So I kind of think of that of something like that when I go into practices. So I do see, okay, there's an   issue so we're we're bleeding money right so there's an issue but what's the root cause of it so I think that's great what you said Kiera because it made me think of that like it's really we go in and we dig for the root cause so overhead is high collections are low so what's the root cause so handoffs are working great the diagnosis is there the treatments there the schedule's pretty full right they're producing 120 grand with two doctors and two hygienists that's not bad per month   so we really diagnosed. So we ramped up treatment planning with the front office, ramped up treatment planning, which should ramp up over the counter collections, and then we tackled cancellations, which I think cancellations across the board, across the country, and all of my practices have been really high lately. I think it's just a product of the mentality that we're living in right now, and a product of what we've become. So that aside, we just set some new goals. So   Over the counter collections and collections in general, they I set them another goal. So their goal now is 98% by the end of the year. Okay, and remember they're at about 86% now. Case acceptance, they're doing dollar for dollar. So case acceptance, dollar for dollar is set at 75% is their goal. They're hovering at about 56% right now. And then I want to see cancellations at less than 10% every day. So they'll do that by week and they're tracking all of those items.   It is actually really fun to hammer in the collections because the front office ladies are like, I don't know what I don't know why she keeps saying collections, collections, why are you saying collections is an issue? We collect the money. We collect all the money over-the-counter. We we don't let patients leave without paying. And so I said, Okay, totally fine. So, what we did was we set, we created a new tracker, right? So I created a tracker for them for over-the-counter collections. If they do not   collect in full from a patient, they've got to put it on the tracker. So it's just in their Google spreadsheets, something the office manager can check in on, but it's going to hold them accountable. So number one, I saw that you know we had a few patients we weren't collecting over-the-counter 100% from. So there should be some names on there. Number two, they're not going to want to fill out the tracker and they're not going to want anyone to see your name on there. So hopefully it will ramp up that over-the-counter collections.   But then also they had a good point. If they feel like they're collecting over the counter correctly, maybe it's on the back end where it's like our claims, you know, our treatment plans are are not accounting for downgrades, and maybe our claims are coming in, EOVs are being paid, and we're left with balances, it will show. So I took the problem, diagnosed what needed to happen, implemented three items and three different goals that should help. And then   allowed them the grace and the space to say, okay, fantastic. We're gonna push real hard on these items to ensure that your over the counter collections is happening exactly how you're saying that it is, just because I want you guys to kill it. And the proof will be in the end. Right. So if I see that over the counter collections is better and now our overhead is decreasing our collections is higher, then I know we tackle the problem.   If it's not and it stays where it is, and we start saying, okay, it's actually left over after insurance, we actually tackled that problem as well because we've we have our insurance, the team who's doing the insurance verifications are gonna start they're putting down grades in now. so that should be resolved as well. But it was kind of fun to see where it's like sometimes we think we're doing something and we can say, like, I always do this thing, which always and never are never accurate, right? So like   always well whenever I think like I always do it I'm like okay so I don't always do it so I need to like back off and take a look at the area where I probably could improve. So as soon as I hear something that I'm like okay I totally get it. It's like a it's a defensive space and we do feel like we're killing it in that area and it's great if we are you might be so we're gonna put this into place to see that to show it. So let's prove that you are doing the things and it's not you on the opposite side of the spectrum.   We're putting attention on it and so no matter what, whether you were doing it before and you're doing it y now you're doing it even more or you're doing it the same as before or you weren't ever doing it, it's going to improve no matter what, because we're putting attention on it.   speaker-0 (14:01) I love it.   speaker-1 (14:03) That's what we did in this caucus.   speaker-0 (14:05) So I think there's like a c quite a few pieces I wanna highlight from it is number one, I love that you talked about how you see an issue, but that issue is usually a symptom of a bigger problem. And so it was collections are low. And so you found three other areas to fix. I also love that you put tracking into place. And I also love that you took what people said of I'm always collecting and spun it into a really positive way. Cause some people be like, Okay, well, I get that you say you're always doing this, but the reality is we're not collecting. You didn't make them wrong. You said, Hey   I hear you. Let's actually track this and prove that you guys are really doing it. So like I'm on your team versus I'm making you wrong. And so I hope a lot of people listened and heard that. And I think that that's one of the beauties of coming in person. Because over the phone, I can't we can't move and navigate as easily as we can in person. In person we're able to see, okay, here's this broken piece. Let's go fix, let's look at the whole way up the chain to see where is the broken link. Because down below we know something further up is broken. But then we can get the in   entire team working on it. So you see quick, fast changes in a practice that are usually sustainable. So Tiff, I thought you did so many awesome things in it. And I know you tackled so many more pieces. Like that's just a quick, I mean, we're talking 15 minute synopsis right here where you're like, hey, I was there for a day and a half, but let me give you a quick 15 minutes. But I hope people took that. And so I'm like digesting this in for an office of how do you take this and make this applicable to you is number one, when you find a problem, look to see like what are all the pieces up ahead of that problem that got there.   To get to collections, what has to happen before collections? Insurance verification, inputting information, sending claims, getting the checks back from insurance. Are they getting lost in the mail? Do we have EFTs set up? How are we posting it? What about downgrades? What about our write-offs? Then you also looked at like, okay, what creates that copay amount for the patient portion? That's treatment plans. Are we giving every patient a treatment plan and having it signed and putting that copay amount or the amount that they owe in the appointment box so that way everybody knows and we just collect that?   Then let's go back even further and say, first and foremost, how's our case acceptance? Like, are we even having good handoffs to get the treatment that's diagnosed, to get the case acceptance, to get the schedule, to be able to then send it out. So that's why we love what we do. Like I just broke all that down. I'm like, that is what we freaking do, and we love it. We love it so much. But I hope you guys take it and diagnose that. And if you have a hard time seeing up that chain, Tiff and I are really good at seeing like, okay, here's the billing system, here's the case acceptance system, here is our new patient acceptance.   system like here are all these systems that could be impacting your collections. Let's look to see where it's at. Let's come up with some tracking. Let's give your team goals and then let's see magic happen. So if you guys are needing help with that, always email us Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. But gosh Tip like way to way to kill it at that practice. I love I love hearing your recaps after a practice.   speaker-1 (16:52) Thank you. Yeah. And you're right. We did a ton more, especially on the collection side. but yeah, I love it. And I love the diagnosis piece and really seeing like the light bulbs go off and doctors and teams too. So and I think you're right. I think it it can be done over the phone. It just takes a lot longer. And and I think we do miss pieces because it's a biased opinion. I'm I'm relying on the team or the doctor to provide me the information. I'm not seeing it firsthand. So   It is much more effective when we're able to get in practice and probably I'd say the f first one in office is like, okay, this is a good starting point. Second and third in office are really where we really I mean, we dig deep on those suckers because we know we know the practice at that point. So totally. I love it. I love it.   speaker-0 (17:38) So fun. Well, Tiff, as always, I love you headed to offices. I love you representing our company. And it's fun to see. So I hope you guys like take this into yourself. Put on the Tiffanie Kiera consultant hat. Look at your practice. See if you can uncover those spots and where it might be broken further up the chain. And if you can't see it or you also want to pick our brains, email us. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. And as always, thank you all. Thank you, Tiffanie. Thank you all for listening. And we'll catch you next time   Kiera Dent (18:04) I hope you all loved today's episode as much as I did. It is crazy to think that this many episodes have been released since we started the Dental A Team Podcast. And I started looking to say, my goodness, our listeners need to be reminded of some of the things they may have learned a year ago or two years ago or five years ago, because so many things in our practices weren't relevant back then when we heard them, but they are relevant today. And I would be doing you a huge disservice if I didn't re-release some of these episodes for you to remember, to refine.   to optimize and really truly if you ever need a topic or you're like, my gosh, I wonder if the Dental A Team has anything like this, go onto our website, TheDentalATeam.com, click on our podcast tab and you can literally search any topic. So whether it's overhead or hiring or firing or team morale or engagement or case acceptance or hygiene or associate onboarding or whatever it is, we have so many episodes for you. And so I am going to intentionally be   re-releasing some of the top best episodes for you, pulling back some of the ones that I needed to remember, some of the things that I feel for you to really, really relearn right now and to re-remember, or if it's the first time, welcome. I'm so happy you're listening to it, but I hope you truly enjoyed today's episode. I hope that you share this with somebody. I hope that you go and implement today because we only have one day. We only get today. And so making today the best that it possibly can be. If we can help you in any way, shape or form, reach out Hello@TheDentalATeam.com.   And as always, thanks for listening and we'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.  

You know the conversation. The one you should have had three weeks—or three months—ago. Instead of addressing the behavior, missed expectation, or performance issue, you start withdrawing. You stop coaching. You stop advocating. You quietly move the best projects somewhere else and tell yourself you are "giving them space." That is not kindness. That is quiet firing. In Episode 141 of Leadership Sandbox, Tammy J. Bond challenges leaders to confront the difference between caring for people and protecting themselves from discomfort. Avoiding a bold conversation does not preserve peace. It delays conflict, compounds the cost, and teaches the rest of the team that the leader cannot—or will not—handle what is hard. Tammy breaks down three reasons leaders avoid difficult conversations and introduces a practical four-step COMMAND tool: Claim the observable reality. Use the 24–24 Rule. Open with care and clarity. Establish the "By When" and follow-up. You will also get the exact sentence to begin the conversation you have been rehearsing but refusing to have: "I want to talk about something I should have brought up sooner because I respect you too much to keep letting it slide. Can we grab 15 minutes today?" Quiet firing is not leadership. It is leadership's absence wearing a name badge. Explore the COMMAND Leadership Behavior Operating System: https://www.bondgroupenterprises.com/command-leadership

Former BYU offensive lineman Kelly Harris joined PK and Riley Jensen to talk about the rise of the BYU football program as he and his 1976 teammates celebrate 50 years.

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JJ and Rich break down some of the biggest recent average draft position risers and fallers before JJ is joined by Establish the Run's Adam Levitan. The two discuss optimal draft strategy for 2026, Adam's favorite late-round targets, the importance of Week 17 correlation, and so much more. ---------- Download the DraftKings Daily Fantasy app and sign up with promo code LATEROUND. Enter a lineup in the $20 million Best Ball contest for $25 and get a bonus ticket for a second entry — two shots at the title. Draft One, Get One, only on DraftKings. The Crown Is Yours.Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org (CT). 18+ in most eligible states, but age varies by jurisdiction. Eligibility restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. 1 per customer. Must enter a lineup into the NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. $25 entry fee. Bonus issued as 1 ticket to NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is site credit valid for use only on NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is single-use and expires at contest lock on 9/9/26. See terms at https://www.draftkings.com/promotions. Ends 9/9/26 at contest lock. Sponsored by DraftKings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malcolm Hoenlein and Thaddeus McCotter turn to Lebanon's attempt to establish humanitarian pilot zones where the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) replace withdrawing Israeli troops. Critics argue this model mirrors the failed Gazadisengagement, as Hezbollah remains entrenched and unwilling to disarm. Additionally, Hoenlein discusses a recent Ukrainian attack on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea, which signals a dangerous expansion of the regional conflict that may have broader retaliatory implications for the future. (6)

Mats Steen spent most of his short life indoors in Oslo. To his parents he looked like a young man with no one. When he died, hundreds of people reached out to say they had known him for years, inside World of Warcraft, as a character named Ibelin. His parents had no idea.That story sits at the center of this episode, and so does the question underneath it: how much of what games actually do is invisible to the people measuring them?Recorded on a rooftop in New York at Games for Change 2026, this episode brings together three people running the organization. Susanna Pollack on twenty-plus years of arguing that games carry purpose beyond entertainment. Then Dr. Rachel Kowert and Arana Shapiro on brand-new research that says the panic about kids and gaming is not coming from the evidence.GuestsSusanna Pollack, President, Games for ChangeDr. Rachel Kowert, Research Director, Games for ChangeArana Shapiro, Chief Program/Operating Officer, Games for ChangeInterviews by Lewis Ward.Chapters00:00:00  Cold open: the story of Mats Steen00:00:42  Games for Change 202600:04:38  Susanna Pollack, and this year's awards00:06:30  What Games for Change actually is00:09:05  Rebuilding the festival: workshops and the Playtest Lab00:12:23  The argument the industry keeps failing to make00:14:37  Games are one of the few places failing is fine00:15:41  The education spine, and kids in 92 countries00:18:25  Raising Good Gamers: the 2019 origin00:22:11  Going global, and working with the UN00:27:54  What's coming next00:28:57  Dr. Rachel Kowert and Arana Shapiro00:30:00  The white paper, and 200,000 articles00:31:43  Why bad news about games travels further00:32:52  Stop counting hours, start asking why00:33:55  Most media is passive. Games are not.00:35:17  SPACE: the five moves00:36:25  60% of kids want their parents to play00:36:57  What Raising Good Gamers ships00:41:53  Self-determination theory and the Proteus effect00:43:41  Academy, Intel, and the DiscordWhat you'll take awayThere is more positive coverage of games than negative. The negative just gets shared further, which leaves parents inside what Dr. Kowert calls a biased information ecosystem.A game does not need to be designed for impact to have it. Joy, stress relief, connection, and a space where age, gender and location stop deciding anything.Games are one of very few activities where failing is acceptable and repeatable. That is how mastering a system quietly builds resilience.The parental concerns have not changed in fifty years. What changes is the question: not how many hours, but what purpose the play is serving.SPACE, the framework: Start with curiosity. Play together. Adjust for context. Cultivate digital citizenship. Establish boundaries together.60% of kids want their parents to play with them. What stops most parents is assuming they'll be bad at it.Mentioned in this episodeRaising Good Gamers, and the white paper by Dr. Rachel Kowert. Free, along with a conversation guide and a family gaming code of conduct template. Workshops rolling out through the PTA, Boys and Girls Club, and libraries.The Remarkable Life of Ibelin, the Netflix documentary about Mats Steen. A feature film is in development.The Games for Change Student Challenge, 10+ years, participants from 92 countries.2026 award winners: South of Midnight (Compulsion Games), the Vanguard Award to Jenn Panattoni, and the Giving Award to SpecialEffect for their adaptive controller work.The Proteus effect, first described by Nick Yee, who joined us back in February.Katie Salen, professor of informatics at UC Irvine, co-creator of Raising Good Gamers.Disclosure: the FTI Consulting media analysis underpinning the white paper was commissioned by Tencent.Where to go nextAcademy — free, built in short packs you can finish on a commute. academy.playerdriven.ioIntel — our prediction game. Call what the industry does next and see if you were right. intel.playerdriven.ioDiscord — where this conversation actually continues.The Operator's Briefing — Tuesdays, if you'd rather it come to you.

Episode Trigger Warning: Discussion of Rape Have you ever questioned where your boundaries came from and how they shape the way you see yourself and your relationships? Survivor, sex education speaker and founder of Better Boundaries CIC, Larissa Astara Gray speaks about her journey from childhood trauma and teenage rape to reclaiming her voice and purpose. She shares why breaking the silence around sex, consent and healthy relationships is essential, how education can empower the next generation, and why safe connections begin with understanding our own boundaries. On a mission to change the narrative for young people, discover what it truly means to establish better boundaries.   KEY TAKEAWAY "We've been fed this very, very toxic view of what sexuality is, which is objectification, control, dominance, performance. That's so far away from what true intimacy is, which is safety, care, consideration, respect, honesty, and actually what that does is it empowers and it expands both parties. The other stuff is limiting, it's constrictive, it's disempowering, it's everything we don't want it to be."   BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Coming of Age on a Porn Set by Jewel Baraka - https://amzn.eu/d/0arNyQCR    RESOURCE Interview with Christopher Zeischegg for Porn Education Awareness Week Day 3 - The Human Cost: https://riverside.com/shared/exported-clip/b42e26d0105a1202e60a    ABOUT THE GUEST – LARISSA ASTARA GRAY Larissa Astara Gray is an inspirational positive sex education speaker and founder of Better Boundaries CIC, a Community Interest Company dedicated to protecting and educating young people on the dangers of online toxic sexual content. She delivers empowering, shame-free talks on consent, boundaries, pornography awareness, trauma prevention, and healthy sexuality. Drawing from her personal journey overcoming rape, sexual shame, and addiction, Larissa equips young people, educators, and parents with the knowledge and tools for informed choices, safer relationships, and confident sexual communication. She also offers practical resources and workshops to foster respect and long-term positive change.   CONNECT WITH LARISSA ASTARA GRAY https://www.larissaastaragray.co.uk  https://www.betterboundaries.co.uk  https://www.linkedin.com/in/larissa-astara-gray-a98374202/    https://www.vibe25radio.com  https://www.instagram.com/betterboundariesonline    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

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In this fan-favorite episode of Design Business Freedom, we're diving into time mastery and a better workflow for interior designers who want to reclaim control of their schedules. You'll learn how to eliminate time-wasting habits, create productive workweeks, and recover hours that can be reinvested in your business, your creativity, and your life. Being busy does not automatically make an interior design business productive or profitable. This episode introduces a practical time-blocking method built around tracking your time, categorizing your responsibilities, assigning themes to your days, protecting uninterrupted creative work, and establishing communication boundaries with clients, contractors, vendors, and team members. In This Episode You Will Learn: Identify time-shrinking beliefs that keep you feeling overwhelmed, rushed, and behind. Track your time in 15-minute increments to uncover revenue rabbit holes and costly distractions. Categorize your weekly responsibilities into personal care, business building, creative delivery, and administrative work. Build a time-blocked weekly workflow that helps Design Business Freedom listeners protect billable and creative hours. Establish communication boundaries that allow interior designers to serve clients well without being constantly available. While one word can truly grow your profits, mastering more will lead to a full business and personal transformation. Get them all in my book "The Language of Success: 35 Words to Boost Your Worth and Wealth". You'll be pleasantly surprised at the effectiveness of these word swaps and the increased confidence you'll feel in business and life.  Timestamps: (00:03) Welcome to this Design Business Freedom fan favorite (01:27) Identify limiting beliefs and take control of time (04:01) Replace time-shrinking thoughts with empowering new beliefs (08:50) Manage your behaviors instead of trying to manage time (09:30) Track every activity in fifteen-minute increments for one week (11:08) Create a complete master list of weekly business tasks (12:02) Organize responsibilities into four essential time-blocking categories (17:07) Assign specific themes and priorities to each workday (19:59) Protect uninterrupted creative time from constant team interruptions (21:49) Set clear communication boundaries with clients and contractors (26:36) Build a color-coded weekly plan using Google Calendar (27:53) Find underbilling leaks that reduce interior design profitability (31:57) Create project deadlines and work backward from completion (35:38) Schedule vacations and quarterly CEO planning time annually (39:51) Reorganize your schedule and build a four-day workweek Key Takeaways: Busy work creates burnout, while productive work drives profitability, satisfaction, and sustainable growth. Time tracking reveals the distractions, interruptions, and administrative tasks that quietly consume your workweek. Interior designers need uninterrupted creative blocks to produce stronger work and increase billable capacity. A profitable interior design business requires clear boundaries, planned deadlines, and a calendar designed around your priorities. About Melissa Galt: Melissa Galt is an award-winning business coach, marketing consultant, speaker, and interior designer with more than 30 years of experience helping interior designers build profitable, scalable, and sustainable businesses. Through Design Business Freedom, Melissa shares proven Interior Design Business strategies, Interior Design Marketing insights, leadership training, pricing expertise, and growth systems designed to help designers attract better clients, increase profitability, and create lasting success. Connect with Melissa Instagram Facebook Linkedin Website  

(00:00:00) Trust Lost By The Bucketful (AUDIO) (00:02:46) Navigating Treatment and Family Dynamics (00:06:24) Trust, Relationships, and Recovery (00:11:54) The Importance of Self-Work in Recovery (00:17:51) Rebuilding Trust and Moving Forward (00:23:43) Family Support and Individual Healing (00:25:31) Navigating Relationship Challenges in Recovery (00:28:43) The Importance of Commitment in Recovery (00:32:05) Rebuilding Trust and Communication (00:34:41) The Family Dynamics of Addiction (00:37:47) Preparing for Transition and Rebuilding Relationships (00:42:28) The Power of Intelligent Self-Care (00:45:01) Taking Action: Steps Toward Recovery Episode 143 (74) Trust Lost By The BucketfulPositive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for BackupCoast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintockSummaryIn this episode, we discuss the complexities of addiction recovery, the impact on families, rebuilding trust, and practical steps for healing and moving forward.Ever felt like you're walking on eggshells with a loved one in recovery? You're not alone. Navigating the emotional rollercoaster of addiction recovery is tough. Families often face a whirlwind of fears: Will they stay sober? Will this be the last time?  Trust erodes over time, and the stress can feel overwhelming. It's not just the person in recovery who struggles; family members are left to manage the fallout of broken promises, emotional turmoil, and the fear of relapse.  But healing is possible!!! It starts with recognizing that you need to focus on yourself too. Establish healthy boundaries and encourage your loved ones to take their recovery seriously.  Remember, you can't pour from an empty cup. Prioritize your own well-being first, and together you can navigate these challenges.  What's your experience with this?  Let's talk about it!Key  topicsImpact of addiction on family dynamicsTrust erosion and rebuilding strategiesImportance of self-care and boundariesRelapse warning signs and preventionRole of therapy and support systemsTakeawaysTrust is lost by the bucketful and gained by the dropper full.Recovery is a continuous process, not a one-time event.Self-love and honesty are crucial for lasting change.Family involvement and support are vital for recovery.Relapse does not mean failure; it's part of the healing journey.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene02:46 Navigating Treatment and Family Dynamics06:24 Trust, Relationships, and Recovery11:54 The Importance of Self-Work in Recovery17:51 Rebuilding Trust and Moving Forward22:43 Family Support and Individual Healing25:31 Navigating Relationship Challenges in Recovery28:43 The Importance of Commitment in Recovery32:05 Rebuilding Trust and Communication34:41 The Family Dynamics of Addiction37:47 Preparing for Transition and Rebuilding Relationships42:28 The Power of Intelligent Self-Care45:01 Taking Action: Steps Toward Recovery“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”Music by Rod Kim-Let's Play-SoundtrackFirstresponder-wellness.comMentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.comPositiveconnectionsradio.comMcLintockcounseling.comhttp://www.youtube.com/@HALTandCallforBackuphttps://www.instagram.com/haltandcallforbackup/?hl=en

Navigational Keywords - Business Strategies for Websites (Best Practices)The conversation focused on the critical role of navigational keywords in business website strategies and best practices for SEO. Several points were raised, including the distinction between informational and navigational keywords, the practical implications for website structure, and how search engines and users interact with these elements.Key Themes & ConceptsWhat Are Navigational Keywords?One concept discussed was the definition of navigational keywords: these are brand-specific queries used to find specific web pages or destinations within a website, such as "Brand + login," "Brand + pricing," or "Brand + contact." Navigational keywords contrast with informational keywords, which are broad and unbranded, like "best restaurant near me" or "how to tie a tie" 09:06.Why Are Navigational Keywords Important?A key theme that emerged was the way navigational keywords indicate high search intent. Users searching with these terms already know the brand and are seeking specific information or functionality—like product pages, contact details, or policy documents 10:15.How to Implement Best PracticesThe discussion explored actionable best practices for leveraging navigational keywords on business websites:Dedicated Pages: Businesses should create clear, dedicated pages for key navigational actions—such as /contact, /about, /pricing, /reviews, /careers—so that search engines have specific, easily indexed URLs to display in search results 14:03.URL Structure & Keyword Density: URLs should reflect the navigational query and use clear, hyphenated keywords to make it easier for algorithms and users to understand (e.g., yourwebsite.com/privacy-policy). Hyphens are treated as word separators by search engines 15:12.Sitemaps & Technical SEO: XML sitemaps act as a roadmap for algorithms to crawl a website efficiently. Keeping both HTML (what users see) and XML (what bots crawl) structures organized is vital 26:31.Regular Updates: Pages should be maintained and regularly updated. The two critical dates for each page are the date published and the date last modified—these inform algorithms the content is current and relevant, improving SEO performance 45:04.Importance of Brand & Action PairingsThe conversation emphasized that effective navigational keywords pair the brand with a specific action or destination (e.g., "Sephora privacy policy," "Amazon shipping"), which allows businesses to "own" those key queries and drive high-intent traffic 12:24.Measuring & Managing SEOThe discussion also touched on website management:The number of well-structured, dedicated pages can impact investment and SEO value 18:03.Regular auditing and technical optimization of all primary and secondary web properties ensures consistency, compliance, and discoverability 22:41.Understanding audience awareness stages (unaware, problem aware, solution aware, product aware, most aware) helps align SEO content and navigational structure with user intent 35:12.TakeawaysNavigational keywords are essential for brand recognition and conversion, providing shortcuts for users seeking specific brand information.Businesses should invest in user-focused, clearly named, and regularly maintained navigational pages to capture high-intent searches 43:06.Effective technical SEO, including XML sitemaps and proper URL structures, boosts a website's usefulness to both users and search engines.By adopting these best practices, businesses ensure their websites are easily navigable for users and highly visible to search engines, setting the stage for better awareness, engagement, and growth.Who Is This For?The conversation focused on business owners, entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone looking to optimize their website's visibility and effectiveness, particularly through the strategic use of navigational keywords.It is especially relevant for those responsible for maintaining or improving the web presence of a brand, including solopreneurs and those with multiple or complex sites seeking clarity on SEO best practices and site structure (00:01:45, 00:21:48, 00:39:24).Key Moments & SEO Summary with TimestampsIntroduction to Navigational Keywords & Series Context: Outlining the focus on keywords for website business strategies (00:00:10).Website as a Core Asset: Emphasizing the necessity of a website as a brand hub for discovery and operations (00:03:00).Value of Quick Links and Site Accessibility: How having links to websites, calendars, and resources streamlines connections at events (00:04:02).Technological Tools for Networking: RFID/NFC and QR codes as ways to share multifaceted digital presences instantly (00:05:27, 00:07:00).Defining Navigational Keywords: Explained as brand-specific, high-intent search queries driving direct access to internal pages (e.g. “Brand + Contact,” “Brand + Login”) (00:08:39-00:12:24).Site Structure & Essential Pages: Importance of clear, dedicated URLs for contact, about, pricing, policies, reviews, etc. for both users and search engines (00:14:03, 00:16:17).Keyword Density, URL Structure, and Modifiers: The technical aspects affecting SEO on navigational and branded queries (00:13:33).Role of Sitemaps and Algorithm Interaction: Front- and back-end elements (HTML/XML) and the importance of current, updated content (00:26:31, 00:28:12).Awareness Stages: Moving from “unaware” to “most aware” for web users and the importance of matching their journey (00:34:42-00:36:46).Regular Updates and Maintenance: The necessity of revisiting and updating site pages to keep them “alive” in the algorithm (00:44:46, 00:45:50).Summary and Call to Action: Clarity, connection, and proactive site management—with encouragement to take the next steps (00:47:12, 00:48:28).FAQs1. What are navigational keywords and why do they matter?Navigational keywords are search queries aimed at finding specific branded pages (e.g. “Brand + Contact”). They guide users directly to the information or action they seek, playing a key role in brand visibility and customer experience (00:08:39, 00:10:15).2. What essential pages should every business website have?Contact, About, Pricing, Privacy Policy, Reviews, Careers, Locations, Return Policy, and Service pages—all clearly labeled with descriptive, hyphenated URLs (00:16:08).3. How often should I update my website pages?Regular updates signal activity and relevance to both users and algorithms. Important dates include “published” and “modified,” which should reflect recent engagement (00:45:04).4. How can I connect multiple websites or domains effectively?Centralize branding, ensure consistent linking, and consolidate scattered domains when possible so search engines understand their relationship and users can easily navigate between them (00:21:57).5. What's the role of awareness stages in website strategy?Your content and site structure should serve users at different familiarity levels—from “unaware” to “most aware”—with easy access to relevant information at every stage (00:35:12).Action Steps from Favour Obasi-ikeAudit All Active Website Pages:Ensure every required page exists, is linked clearly, and contains current information (00:16:17).Check and Update URLs:Use descriptive, hyphenated slugs for internal navigation—e.g., /about-us, /contact, /pricing (00:15:12).Establish an Update Routine:Schedule regular reviews to update modified dates—especially for high-traffic or business critical pages (00:44:46).Centralize Links Across Platforms:Use tools (link aggregators, NFC cards, QR codes) for seamless access from all touchpoints (00:05:52, 00:07:00).Monitor User Awareness:Identify which stage (unaware, problem aware, solution aware, product aware, most aware) your visitors occupy and tailor CTAs and navigation accordingly (00:35:12).Encourage Feedback and Continuous Learning:Collect responses (like the “put a 1 in the chat”) to gauge clarity and adjust future content and site structures (00:46:10).Ready to Rank? 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Establish the Run's John Daigle returns to Perspectives for a third time to talk about 2026 draft strategy, the running back dead zone, ambiguous backfields, and so much more. ---------- All DraftKings Customers enter a lineup into the Best Ball $20 million Headliner Contest and receive a bonus ticket for a 2nd entry! Download the DraftKings app and sign up using https://bit.ly/LateRound2026 or promo code LATEROUND! The Crown is Yours! Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org (CT). 18+ in most eligible states, but age varies by jurisdiction. Eligibility restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. 1 per customer. Must enter a lineup into the NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. $25 entry fee. Bonus issued as 1 ticket to NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is site credit valid for use only on NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is single-use and expires at contest lock on 9/9/26. See terms at https://www.draftkings.com/promotions. Ends 9/9/26 at contest lock. Sponsored by DraftKings. #DKPartnerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We had a guest walk in with gooey butter bars, so you already know it was a good night. Deacon Michael Halbrook is back, his fourth trip to Tulsa (one more and Dave's putting him in a green jacket), and Lady Pamela's baking came with him. Adam's oldest, Luke, was in studio too, which almost never happens, because mom was away and there were no rules. Luke's been out most nights hunting the raccoon that's been picking off the family chickens. No kill yet. But he knows what he's after now, and that's half the hunt.This week's pour was fitting: Hazel Baker Kentucky Straight Bourbon, six years old, bottled-in-bond at 100 proof, family owned out of Louisville. It came from a barrel the dads at Father McGivney Catholic High School picked out in Kentucky. Full strength, real caramel, nothing watered down.-------------------------------This episode is brought to you by the Amen app from the Augustine Institute, the free app Adam's family uses to pray the Sunday readings on the way to Mass. No paywall, no subscription trap, just Scripture, prayer, and audiobooks like Divine Mercy in My Soul and True Devotion. And by Select International Tours, the group Adam and Dave trust for pilgrimages. Whether you want to lead one or join one, that's who you call.-------------------------------Then it got serious. Michael spent 18 years in corporate tech and walked away from it to build something for the Church. Not on a whim. He built it nights and weekends for years while the paycheck was still coming, took the business plan to his wife and sons like a board of directors, and only leapt when the runway made sense. But the moment that broke him open happened kneeling in the back pew before Mass. He asked our Lord for the certainty he could keep providing for his family, and he heard back, unmistakably: You've never been the one who provided. I've always been the one who provided.That's the whole episode in one line.Bishop Paprocki gave him the order of operations: pray for clarity first, then courage. Most men flip it and go charging into the dark. Michael talks through the discipline of saying no to good things so you can say yes to the right one, and then walks us through what he built, the &Altar app from Domus Formation. One reading, five minutes, a launch pad for your holy hour instead of a replacement for it. Pray, fast, give. A track for every season of life: the man, the woman, the family, the teen, the young adult, the elder.The back half is fatherhood. Michael's second son, Matthew, is at Air Force basic training right now (pray for him), and Michael's living the Establish pillar in real time. Protect and Provide, most of us understand. Establishing a son (raising him to walk on his own, then actually letting him go) is the hard one. They get into the father wound, the men who never had an example to copy, and the way out: be a good husband first and the father will follow. Because the office of father never ends, and neither do your prayers for your kids.Raise your glass.Topics covered in this episode:Deacon Michael Halbrook's fourth visit, Lady Pamela's gooey butter bars, and Luke's ongoing raccoon huntHazel Baker Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a bottled-in-bond barrel pick from Father McGivney Catholic High SchoolLeaving 18 years in corporate tech to build a ministry, without doing it recklesslyBuilding the thing on nights and weekends while the secure paycheck was still comingTaking the business plan to your wife and kids and making them the boardThe back-pew moment: "You've never been the one who provided. I've always been the one who provided."Bishop Paprocki's rule: pray for clarity first, courage second, and why men flip the orderWhy success is more about saying no than saying yes, and the hundred failures you never see behind the one winCharlie Kirk's seven things and the discipline of a short listWhat the &Altar app actually is: five minutes to seed a holy hour, not to replace itPray, fast, give, and tracks for the man, woman, family, teen, young adult, and elderLiturgical living: letting the Mass form the home instead of the other way aroundMatthew at Air Force basic training and learning to let a son goProtect, Provide, and the hard third pillar: EstablishThe father wound, and the men trying to be good dads with no example to copyBe a good husband first, and the father will followWhy the office of fatherhood, and your prayers for your children, never expireReferenced in this episode:Deacon Michael Halbrook: permanent deacon, Diocese of Springfield in Illinois; founder of Domus FormationDomus Formation: https://wearedomus.com/&Altar app: https://andaltar.wearedomus.com/Bishop Thomas Paprocki, Diocese of Springfield in IllinoisBishop David Konderla, Diocese of Tulsa ("two moments in a Catholic's life: at Mass, and getting back to Mass")Hazel Baker Kentucky Straight Bourbon: bottled-in-bond, Louisville, KYFather McGivney Catholic High School barrel selection programCharlie Kirk, on the discipline of focusing on a short listMaria von Trapp, early writer on liturgical livingAmen app (Augustine Institute): Divine Mercy in My Soul by St. Maria Faustina; True Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de Montfort

Today, host John Norlin shares an evidence-based reflection strategy called EMR, developed by Dr. Clayton Cook. Using a simple roster exercise, educators categorize each student or staff member into one of three relationship phases: Establish, Maintain, or Restore, and then focus their energy where it is needed most. He also explains why this kind of intentional reflection matters. You cannot be all things to all people at once, but taking a few minutes to identify where each relationship stands gives educators a clear, actionable starting point for being more purposeful in the work they do every day. In this conversation, John offers important reminders for educators and leaders: Relationships with students and staff are not all in the same place at the same time. Some need to be established, some maintained, and some restored, and knowing which is which changes how you show up. You cannot prioritize everything at once. The EMR exercise helps educators zero in on the relationships that need the most intentional attention right now. Restoring a relationship takes real, deliberate action. Naming it honestly is the first step toward doing something about it. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Request a Quote Today! Learn more about CharacterStrong Implementation Support Visit the CharacterStrong Website

SCHEDULE FOR THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-22-2026.1740 BATAVIA MASSACREGordon Chang and Rick Fisher examine Xi Jinping's introduction of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), designed to establish Chinese dominance in setting global AI rules. Headquartered in Shanghai, the group aims to make international partners dependent on Chinese technology while promoting anti-democratic values. Meanwhile, China's economy is struggling, with real growth potentially near zero. Despite manufacturing strengths, China remains vulnerable due to a critical lack of high-end Nvidia chips required for advanced AI development. (1)Gordon Chang and Peter Huessy discuss the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) bill to drastically reduce the U.S. nuclear triad, including cutting ICBMs from 400 to 150. Supported by Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, the plan effectively promotes unilateral disarmament. Critics argue this trashes the concept of nuclear deterrence just as China and Russia expand their arsenals. Furthermore, there is a widespread "miseducation" of Americans regarding the necessity of a modernized nuclear deterrent. (2)Gordon Chang and Victoria Coates report that Iran has activated the Houthis to attack the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a critical choke point for Saudi Arabian oil exports. This escalation has pushed oil prices past $95 as the Houthis use Iranian-supplied missiles and drones to harass shipping. While the House of Saud is targeted, internal frictions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE complicate a unified regional response. The conflict represents a major humanitarian and economic disaster for global commerce. (3)Gordon Chang and Victoria Coates continue: China benefits from discounted Iranian oil but views the regime's economic instability as a "bad debt." Simultaneously, Saudi Arabia is deepening its partnership with the U.S. through a landmark nuclear cooperation deal. Iraq has also signaled a shift toward Washington, signing $60 billion in energy deals with American companies like Chevron. While Russia seeks to sell extra capacity to Asia, Ukrainian strikes on refineries may hinder Putin's ability to remain a reliable energy supplier. (4)Peter Earle traces how the word "trillion" entered the economic lexicon in 1981 when the U.S. passed $1 trillion in public debt. Today, the U.S. national debt approaches $40 trillion, with annual interest payments exceeding $1 trillion. Unlike 19th-century millionaires who faced high risks, modern trillion-dollar figures are often a product of government monetary expansion. We have entered "Trillionstan," where massive quantities of money are common, yet their long-term significance is often overlooked by the public. (5)Peter Earle argues that not all trillions are equal; some represent genuine wealth creation, such as SpaceX's $2 trillion valuation based on future technological potential. However, inflation and government borrowing have also inflated nominal values, potentially leading to a fiscal reckoning. If creditors lose faith in U.S. debt, the government may be forced to print more money, further devaluing the currency. Maintaining prosperity requires ensuring that economic forces focus on creating new wealth rather than merely redistributing it. (6)Henry Sokolski warns that the Trump administration's nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia allows the kingdom to enrich uranium, a process that can easily be diverted for bomb-making. Saudi Arabia has rejected the "additional protocol" for rigorous UN inspections, raising concerns about their true intentions. This "black box" arrangement lacks sufficient safeguards to prevent a rapid diversion of nuclear materials. Critics warn that providing enrichment technology to an ally involved in regional warfare is inherently delusional and dangerous. (7)Henry Sokolski continues: the Saudi nuclear deal could trigger a proliferation race, with nations like Egypt, Turkey, and the UAE demanding similar enrichment rights. Furthermore, allies such as South Korea and Poland may reconsider their own nuclear ambitions if they view American security guarantees as insufficient. Proliferation is no longer "old news" but a growing threat as nations seek their own deterrents. The result is a destabilized global order where multiple states hover on the verge of nuclear weapon status. (8)Michael Bernstam explains how Ukrainian drone strikes have destroyed 30% of Russia's refining capacity, causing the "crack spread"—the profit margin for refining oil—to triple worldwide. While Russia exports crude, it now suffers from severe domestic shortages of gasoline and jet fuel. Consequently, Russia is forced to buy back its own refined oil from India at premium prices. Putin has been "hoist on his own petard," creating a global energy weapon that has ultimately turned against the Russian economy. (9)Michael Bernstam reports that Ukrainian drones recently destroyed major distribution hubs for Wildberries, the Russian equivalent of Amazon, causing $2 billion in damage. These strikes have devastated small businesses and middle-class consumers, fueling internal resentment against the Kremlin. Simultaneously, 18 local Russian officials signed a petition calling for Putin's resignation as economic conditions worsen. The loss of consumer infrastructure and rising fuel costs are creating a constituency for ending the war to prevent a total economic collapse. (10)Bob Zimmerman reports that SpaceX is preparing for its 13th Starship flight, a prototype featuring major upgrades for future orbital missions and in-orbit refueling. In India, the startup Skyroot achieved a landmark success with the Vikram-1 rocket, signaling the rise of a private, capitalist space sector. However, the Indian government has counterproductively restricted ISRO employees from leaving for private firms. These contrasting approaches highlight the tension between state-run agencies and the efficiency of private enterprise in the global space race. (11)Bob Zimmerman surveys new discoveries: astronomers have detected a helium atmosphere on a terrestrial exoplanet located 48 light-years away in its star's habitable zone. Closer to home, archival data from Pluto reveals massive landslides, proving the dwarf planet is geologically active rather than dormant. Meanwhile, new images of Valles Marineris on Mars illustrate the canyon's staggering scale, with depths equivalent to the height of Mount McKinley. These discoveries emphasize that planetary bodies across our solar system are dynamic and evolving. (12)Simon Constable notes European energy prices are skyrocketing, with Brent crude hitting $95 and natural gas up 47% in a single month. In France, a heatwave and suspicious forest fires have added environmental stress to the economic crisis. A political movement in the U.S. is targeting data centers for their high energy consumption, which now exceeds 4% of usage. Surprisingly, the United Kingdom hosts the second-highest number of data centers globally, despite its historical association with "Luddite" skepticism. (13)Simon Constable observes that new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces immediate skepticism, with polls indicating nearly half of voters feel his government lacks direction. Burnham's focus on domestic issues like capping bus prices is criticized as a "tax and spend" policy that might alienate the wealthy. While he has emphasized national security, his early days have been defined by local populist initiatives. Critics worry his leadership style mimics a "Lord Mayor" rather than a strategic global prime minister. (14)Brandy Shufutinsky details how Qatar has provided extensive grants for Arabic language and culture programs in U.S.K-12 schools. These programs often utilize textbooks that omit Israel from maps and glorify extremist ideologies. Qatar Foundation International (QFI) even funds teacher salaries and work visas, raising concerns about who these educators truly report to. This funding creates a "pipeline" from elementary school to higher education, potentially instilling foreign-influenced perspectives in future generations of American citizens. (15)Conrad Black argues that Canada's economic growth has stalled due to high corporate taxes and "climate alarmist" policies under the Trudeau government. He suggests that new leadership under Mark Carney could revitalize the nation by making it more tax-competitive with the U.S. Canada's vast resources and skilled workforce provide the potential for a rapid rebound. For Canada to succeed, it must pivot back to pro-capitalist policies and attract foreign investment to drive future growth. (16)Two spelling corrections applied: Peter Earle (5, 6 — transcribed as "Pete Earl"; the AIER economist) and Brandy Shufutinsky (15 — transcribed as "Shubatinsky"). Both added to the log unless you'd prefer otherwise.

Gordon Chang and Rick Fisher examine Xi Jinping's introduction of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), designed to establish Chinese dominance in setting global AI rules. Headquartered in Shanghai, the group aims to make international partners dependent on Chinese technology while promoting anti-democratic values. Meanwhile, China's economy is struggling, with real growth potentially near zero. Despite manufacturing strengths, China remains vulnerable due to a critical lack of high-end Nvidia chips required for advanced AI development. (1)1923 TOKYO EARTHQUAKE

Carl and Mike get back into some SEC Media Days talk as they share thoughts on the quarterback competition at Alabama and agree the Tide has to improve in running the ball this season and finally establish their offensive identity under Kalen DeBoer. They then share thought on Jon Sumrall who they believe has an intensity about him which can be beneficial for him in year one at Florida.

Steven King, Managing Director at Quonset Development Corporation, joins the show to discuss a new workforce housing initiative. A factsheet provided by QDC: Workforce Housing at Quonset Business Park Quonset Development Corporation and Moran Properties are partnering to develop new workforcehousing at Quonset Business Park, helping expand housing options for the workers who support RhodeIsland’s economy.Project at a Glance• At least 140 new apartments• One- and two-bedroom units• Located on 6.89 acres along Gate Road• 40% of the apartments designatedas Quonset Workforce Housing • At least 10% reserved as low- andmoderate-income housing• Construction is anticipated to beginby end of 2027. Who Will the Workforce Housing Serve?Preference for the workforce-designated apartments will be given to people working:• At Quonset Business Park• In health care or education• Within 25 miles of Quonset Business Park• With the federal, state or local governmentKeeping Rents Within ReachThe long-term agreement establishes maximum rents for the workforce-designatedapartments. Those limits will be based on average wages at Quonset Business Park,household income levels in North Kingstown and state income guidelines for workforcehousing. Final rental rates will be determined as the project advances.Note: rents provided in the QDC Board packet are ceilings for rent over the course of theproject’s 99-year lease and are not meant to suggest current pricing.Site Map Infrastructure UpgradesWith the upcoming completion of RIDOT’s “Missing Move” project, the housingdevelopment will be situated adjacent to on- and off-ramps to Route 403, providingresidents with a direct connection to the highway in both directions. The ramps willsignificantly reduce travel on local roads, including along Devil’s Foot Road and through theWest Davisville neighborhood. A Public and Thorough Review ProcessThe housing proposal has undergone several years of public review and planning:• December 2022: The Quonset Development Corporation Board approved a majorvariance allowing workforce apartments at the site.• January-May 2023: The North Kingstown Planning Commission considered theproposal during four public meetings and a public hearing.• May 16, 2023: The Planning Commission approved the major variance in a public vote.• 2023-2025: Quonset conducted public processes to seek qualified developmentproposals, negotiating with several housing developers, who eventually declined tomove forward.• July 21, 2026: The Quonset Board considers the proposed agreement with MoranProperties. Benefits for North KingstownThe development will generate additional revenue for the Town of North Kingstown.Together with existing businesses at the Business Park, the project will help bringQuonset’s annual contribution to North Kingstown’s municipal tax base to more than $15million in property taxes and related payments. What Happens Next?Before construction begins, the project will be required to:• Complete Quonset’s technical review process• Secure all required state permits and approvals• Establish a construction and anticipated completion scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The next generation of financial advisors and leaders are not asking for a job, they're asking for a future. Ray Sclafani explores why career pathing has evolved from a nice-to-have benefit into the most critical retention lever advisory firms have. Drawing on Deloitte's 2025 research showing only 6% of Gen Z and Millennials prioritize reaching a leadership position, Ray unpacks what ambition actually looks like today: growth, meaning, money, well-being, and a thoughtful pace of development.For advisory firm owners and leaders, the implications are direct. A firm with no clear development path doesn't stand still, it falls behind. This episode provides a five-part framework for building career pathways that work. Ray then shares a practical starting point: a single career conversation in the next 60 to 90 days that changes how your people feel about their future with your firm.The firms that provide honest visibility of a future worth building will retain more top talent, develop better leaders, and build more durable businesses.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODEWhy the next generation defines ambition differently and what that means for retention strategyHow to define roles with clarity and purpose so every position has a visible pathwayThe single biggest mistake firms make when building career paths and how to avoid itWhy addressing AI's role impact directly is now a core part of career developmentHow to eliminate ambiguity around partnership so people stop guessing what it meansTHE FIVE-PART CAREER PATHING FRAMEWORKDefine the Roles. Establish clear purpose, expectations, and required skills for each position. Map progression pathways for advisors (from client service associate to enterprise leader), operations (specialist to enterprise operator), and leadership (people manager to executive leader).Define the Progression. Specify what it takes to move from one role to the next: technical skills, client relationship management, leadership capabilities, business development expectations, decision rights, and cultural behaviors. Specificity builds trust.Connect to Actual Development. Attach real development objectives to each progression step. Identify specific competencies that need improvement, not vague hopes. The manager's job is connecting today's work to tomorrow's opportunity.Address AI's Impact. Clarify which skills become more valuable (empathy, judgment, planning, decision making, communication, relationship leadership) and commit to training people to use AI responsibly. Don't let people wonder alone.Make Ownership Expectations Clear. Define passages to partnership, distinguish between producing and nonproducing partners, clarify income versus equity partnership, and spell out what business development, client retention, leadership, and enterprise thinking mean for ownership.REFLECTION QUESTIONS FOR YOUR LEADERSHIP TEAMCan every high potential employee at your firm see a future worth working toward?Where are career paths clearly defined, and where are they implied but not yet documented?Which roles will AI reshape first? And how are you preparing your team for that shift?Who needs a development conversation before they start taking calls from another firm?RESOURCES MENTIONEDDeloitte 2025 Gen Z and Millennial SurveySchwab 2025 Career Pathing ResearchCFP Board Career Pathway ResourcesClientWise Business Builders Academy™ClientWise Executive Coaching and Team DevelopmentBuilding the Billion Dollar Business is hosted by Ray Sclafani, founder and CEO of ClientWise, the financial services industry's leading executive coaching and team development firm for elite advisors and wealth management teams.Find Ray and the ClientWise Team on the ClientWise website or LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeBuilding The Billion Dollar Business

DESCRIPTION:In this opening episode, Tem encourages teachers to make the most of their summer break without guilt. She explores the balance between rest and preparation, emphasising that wellbeing looks different for everyone. Whether that means getting organised for the new academic year early or focusing on personal goals and hobbies, the key message is to use the holidays intentionally, avoid last-minute stress, and build sustainable habits that support wellbeing throughout the school year.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60 KEY TAKEAWAYS:There is no single right way to spend the summer holidays; teachers should do what genuinely helps them feel rested and prepared.Completing some school-related preparation early can reduce anxiety and create a more relaxing break later on.Use the summer break to reconnect with personal goals, hobbies, and experiences that have been postponed during the school year.Establish wellbeing habits during the holidays that can be maintained when the new academic year begins.Go to The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub to unlock exclusive content, strengthen your skills and access resources to help level up and thrive in your teaching profession for the price of a coffee! (link in the valuable resources section below)BEST MOMENTS:“I don't want us to be wishing our life away and counting down the days and worrying about school and worrying about what's coming up.”“If feeling more ready for the academic year means that you spend the first couple of weeks of your holiday preparing your classroom, preparing your resources, planning your lessons, then go for it.”“You do what suits you.”“Start living life to the fullest.”“Remember, keep on thriving and keep on changing young lives.”VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:The Power Of Positive School Cultures With Dr Jim Van AllanABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: tem@helpingteachersthrive.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Raising Lions with Pastor Joseph Episode #002: Parenting with Authority Boundaries, Consequences, and Biblical Authority Modern parenting has convinced many parents that love means avoiding conflict, removing consequences, and making children happy at all costs. But Scripture presents a different picture. In this episode of Raising Lions with Pastor Joseph, we explore how biblical authority, clear boundaries, and consistent consequences create security, develop character, and prepare children to follow Christ. If you're ready to restore order in your home without anger or fear, this episode will give you practical, biblical steps to begin today. In This Episode

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Adam's about to be Coweta's biggest celebrity. Porter and Prairie Farm's SEO game has worked so well that a Tulsa news station called wanting an interview about egg prices and how they're crushing family farms. Problem is, Adam has no idea what egg prices are doing anywhere else. He just knows what he charges, and that they've lost 35 chickens in two weeks. Lady Haylee, in her prudence, said maybe skip the interview. Adam already said yes. The real debate of the week: overalls or no overalls for the camera. Overalls, obviously. Carhartt, not blue jean, collared shirt underneath. Now both guys want branded farm overalls, Niles Ranch and Fecundity Farm for Dave, Porter and Prairie Family Farm for Adam.Sponsor: Amen app (from the Augustine Institute) The Amen app is the free Catholic prayer app the guys use to walk through the Sunday Gospel with their kids on the way to Mass, plus free access to classics like Divine Mercy in My Soul and True Devotion to Mary. No paywall, no subscription trap. Download the Amen app right now.Sponsor: Select International Tours When Adam and Dave planned their first pilgrimage, Select International Tours is who everyone pointed them to, and having used them, the guys can vouch for it. Wherever you want to go, head to selectinternationaltours.com and see what they offer.Dave's week wasn't any calmer. He harvested and shucked 500 to 700 ears of corn with the whole family, then blanched all of it late into the night while Lady Pamela held down a house full of unexpected company. His exact line on the way out the door: "I gotta go drink with my buddy for Jesus. It's a ministry, babe." Piglets are due any day, and this time he's praying they're born alive.The pour is a revisit: Salterra 14-Year Single Malt Scotch, finished in an Oloroso barrel, 48% ABV. Warm, not hot. Worth going back to.The prayer request is Mary. She's got an eye procedure Thursday, lasers, to make sure her retina stays attached so she doesn't go blind. She needs to put on weight first. Some days she gains 70 grams, some days she loses it. Thank you for praying. Keep it up.Then the real topic: what actually happens to your soul between the moment you die and the resurrection of your body. Can fire really burn something with no body to burn? Pulling from Aquinas's Summa, the guys walk through it. Your body dies, your soul doesn't, and it faces judgment immediately, heaven, hell, or purgatory on the way to heaven. The senses go dark since they run through bodily organs, but the intellect and the will, the parts that never needed a body to operate, stay fully awake. Aquinas's answer to the fire question: it doesn't burn the soul like a stove burns wood. It binds it. In sin, you subjected your higher self to a lower appetite, so in justice, a lower thing, fire, now holds your higher self captive. It's God's instrument, not chemistry.Then the bonus round: limbo. The limbo of the fathers, emptied by Christ at the Harrowing of Hell. The limbo of infants, never defined as dogma, still debated, and Dave's new coinage for where he thinks it actually belongs: limburgatory. A place with no suffering doesn't belong bolted onto hell.Protect what you love. Provide the truth even when it costs you something. Establish your kids in what's actually at stake. Raise your glass.TOPICS COVEREDPorter and Prairie Farm's SEO play working so well a Tulsa news station wants an egg price interviewLosing 35 chickens in two weeks and having zero idea what egg prices are doing anywhere elseThe overalls debate: Carhartt over blue jean, collared shirt, and the case for branded farm overallsThe economics of homesteading: it only "pays for itself" if you value your own labor at zeroDave shucking and blanching 500 to 700 ears of corn with the whole family in one night"I gotta go drink with my buddy for Jesus, it's a ministry, babe"Piglets due any day and praying for a better outcome than last timeBourbon of the week: revisiting Salterra 14-Year Single Malt Scotch, Oloroso barrel finish, 48% ABVPrayer update on baby Mary: a Thursday laser eye procedure to protect her retina, and the fight to gain weightWhat actually happens to the soul between death and the resurrection of the bodyMatthew 25:41 and what "everlasting fire" could mean for a devil who has no body to burnThe difference between your particular judgment at death and the general judgment at the end of timeWhy death is genuinely abhorrent: the violent separation of body and soul, not just leaving earthAquinas on why the intellect and will stay fully awake after death even though the senses go darkSt. Gregory versus Aquinas on whether merely seeing hellfire is itself the punishmentAquinas's actual argument: fire doesn't cook the soul, it binds it, as an instrument of divine justiceWhy the fires of hell and purgatory are, per Aquinas, the very same fireThe three conditions required for mortal sin, and why hell is always a freely chosen destinationThe limbo of the fathers, the bosom of Abraham, and Christ emptying it at the Harrowing of HellThe limbo of infants, the 2007 theological commission document, and why it was never defined as dogmaBaptism of desire and the "intent of an intent" question for unbaptized infantsDave's case for "limburgatory" against Dante's placement of limbo as an annex of hellWhy presuming on God's mercy is itself a sin, and how that shapes the whole limbo debateREFERENCED IN THIS EPISODEBooks & Writings:Summa Theologiae, Supplement, Questions 69 and 70, by St. Thomas Aquinas (compiled by his students after his death)The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri (limbo placed as an annex of hell)Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul by St. Maria Faustina Kowalska (free on the Amen app)True Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de Montfort (free on the Amen app)Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 1261 (hope for children who die without baptism)The Hope of Salvation for Infants Who Die Without Being Baptized, International Theological Commission, 2007 (approved by Pope Benedict XVI)Saints & Church Figures:St. Thomas AquinasSt. Gregory (the Great)St. AugustineSt. Francis de SalesSt. Maria Faustina KowalskaSt. Louis de MontfortPope Benedict XVIDr. Peter Kreeft (referenced via the Matt Fradd interview clip, and the recent death of his wife of 63 years)People:Adam Minihan (host; Porter and Prairie Family Farm, Lady Haylee, baby Mary's NICU and eye procedure update, M6 Marketing, The Grounded Builder on Substack)Dave Niles (host; Fecundity Farm, Niles Ranch, Lady Pamela, the corn harvest, coiner of "limburgatory")Lady Haylee (Adam's wife)Lady Pamela (Dave's wife)Matt Fradd (interviewer in the referenced Peter Kreeft clip)

DAY 3 of **40 Days to PMP Exam Success 2026** focuses on one of the most important responsibilities of a project professional: **leading the project team**.Everything rises and falls on leadership. In today's session, we examine what effective leadership looks like across predictive, Agile, and hybrid project environments—and how these concepts may appear on the 2026 PMP exam.Today's breakdown covers the seven key enablers of leading the project team:✅ Establish expectations at the team level✅ Empower the team✅ Solve problems collaboratively✅ Represent the voice of the team✅ Support varied experiences, skills, and perspectives✅ Determine the appropriate leadership style✅ Establish clear roles and responsibilitiesYou will also learn:• How team charters, social contracts, and ground rules establish the operating culture• How to use RACI to clarify ownership and decision-making authority• The difference between an issue, problem, impediment, obstacle, and blocker• How to apply the DIGIVE problem-solving framework• Why leadership is based on influence—not merely position or authority• How leadership differs across predictive, Agile, and hybrid environments• The role of the project manager as the organizational bridge in hybrid projectsWe also break down several major leadership and motivation models, including:

To analyze short-term rental (STR) deals in 2026, it is essential to recognize the professionalization of the industry, which requires higher standards for design, amenities, and overall property quality.Key strategies for effective deal analysis include:Move Beyond Geographic Analysis: Analyzing revenue solely based on a property's immediate geographic radius or comparable listings is often short-sighted and disappointing.Prioritize Market Understanding: Start by analyzing the market first: determine the primary traffic drivers, identify the guest avatar, and understand what guests are willing to pay for.Utilize Buy Boxes: Predetermine the characteristics of a successful property—such as size, design, amenities, and "look and feel"—before evaluating individual deals.Define "Deals" vs. "Properties": A property only becomes a "deal" when it meets your specific return on investment (ROI) goals.Establish a Conservative Baseline: When market data is limited, underwrite based on a conservative baseline of what current properties are generating. Do not project significantly higher returns without proven data, though acknowledging that superior quality and amenities can lead to better-than-projected performance.Create a "Moat": To differentiate from the competition, add unique amenities or features that others in the market cannot easily replicate. Merely copying top competitors is unlikely to yield the same results due to the compression of returns as markets become saturated.Ultimately, successful investing in 2026 involves pattern recognition: identifying what works in a market, assessing whether a property can meet those criteria, and finding a way to create a competitive advantage that protects your investment from market saturation.

Is your approach to performance management improving results or creating more frustration, wasted energy, and unnecessary drama?Strong performance management is about much more than annual evaluations or stepping in when something goes wrong. When expectations are unclear, feedback comes too late, or accountability rests solely with managers, your team may struggle despite everyone's best intentions. In this episode, you'll learn the three common mistakes that undermine performance and how to replace them with practical, human-centered leadership habits that help everyone succeed.You'll discover how to:Make feedback an ongoing conversation so annual evaluations never contain unwelcome surprises.Establish clear outcomes, priorities, and expectations that give every team member a strong foundation for success.Create shared accountability across managers, senior leaders, and individual contributors so high performance becomes the norm.Play the episode now to strengthen your performance management approach, reduce workplace drama, and build a high-performing team people want to be part of.Check out:01:12 | Why Annual Evaluations Are Not EnoughLearn why performance evaluations should summarize feedback your employees have already received, rather than introduce concerns for the first time.04:54 | Build the Foundation for Strong PerformanceDiscover how clear expectations, shared priorities, and specific outcomes can prevent many performance problems before they happen.09:40 | Make Accountability Everyone's ResponsibilityExplore how senior leaders, managers, and individual contributors can create a culture of shared accountability where everyone helps maintain the team's standards.Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.

Bad habits drag you down. But establishing good habits can be an accelerator for your career and your life. So how do you set yourself up for success? How do you make and keep good habits? These are the questions we will answer in today's episode of DevQuestions.Website: https://www.iamtimcorey.com/  Ask Your Question: https://suggestions.iamtimcorey.com/ Sign Up to Get More Great Developer Content in Your Inbox: https://signup.iamtimcorey.com/

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS breaks down the debate between content quality and velocity. He argues that while velocity drives visibility, quality is the foundation that keeps audiences engaged and builds trust.High-quality content must be readable, understandable, and digestible, utilizing clear formatting and strong internal linking. By establishing a proof of concept and adhering to Google's E-E-A-T guidelines, creators can scale their publishing frequency sustainably.Who Is This For?This episode is for entrepreneurs, marketers, SEO professionals, bloggers, and creators trying to build search visibility. It serves anyone looking to publish consistently without falling into the trap of low-quality content overload.Key Moments & Timestamps[00:03] - Introduction: Content quality versus content velocity.[02:38] - Quality is not only what you say; it is how it is presented.[05:03] - Headings and the “readable, understandable, digestible” standard.[12:10] - Quotes, testimonials, strong titles, and the content experience.[15:13] - Self-audit: Would you watch, read, or listen to your own content?[21:00] - Attention, engagement, and quality as audience priorities.[26:54] - Google E-E-A-T: experience, expertise, authority, and trust.[29:39] - The debate: Evergreen content versus timely updates.[45:03] - Updating old articles and leveraging the modified date.[47:26] - Content velocity, manual indexing, and internal linking.[52:02] - Two top-quality articles beat ten subpar pieces.[53:35] - Building a controlled cadence to avoid audience burnout.[59:42] - Establish quality and a proof of concept before scaling output.[64:00] - Researching ranked content to evaluate the competitive landscape.[67:17] - Aligning keywords, titles, URLs, and opening lines with intent.[68:42] - Best strategy: High-quality content posted consistently.[77:41] - Final takeaway: Quality trumps velocity; scale only with quality.Memorable Quote"Quality trumps velocity—and if you're going to do velocity, make sure you do it with quality."Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)What makes content high quality?High-quality content is useful, trustworthy, well-researched, and structured. It should be easy to read and act on, utilizing proper formatting to guide the user experience.Does publishing more content improve SEO?Publishing volume helps only when relevance, quality, internal linking, and audience value remain strong. Velocity without quality leads to subpar results.Should old content be updated?Yes. Update older content when facts, tools, algorithms, or market conditions change. This preserves its evergreen foundation while signaling freshness.Is evergreen or fresh content better?Both serve a purpose. Evergreen content supports lasting discovery, while fresh content is necessary for news, trends, and platform updates.How often should a brand publish?Choose a publishing cadence your team can sustain without lowering standards. It is better to publish fewer high-quality pieces than to overwhelm your audience.Action StepsAudit one of your existing pieces for readability, formatting, and search intent.Fix heading hierarchy, paragraph length, text emphasis, visuals, and calls to action.Refresh a strong older article with current evidence, updated links, and fresh examples.Define a minimum quality checklist and test it until it becomes a repeatable process.Set a sustainable publishing cadence based on audience behavior and team capacity.Scale your output only after your quality, engagement, and workflow are stable.For more strategies, connect directly via the podcast resources shared at the conclusion of the episode.

When cash flow gets tight, most practice owners look at revenue first. But one of the biggest drains on your cash may already be sitting on your shelves. Excess inventory doesn't just take up space—it ties up working capital, increases expiration risk, and quietly chips away at your margins.  In this episode, I break down why inventory management deserves more attention in your financial strategy and share practical ways to manage injectables, retail skincare, and consumables more effectively. Small changes in how you purchase, track, and replenish inventory can have a meaningful impact on your cash reserves and overall profitability.  Buying More Inventory Doesn't Always Save You Money  Bulk discounts can be tempting, but they're not always the best financial decision. Purchasing more product than you can realistically use may lower your cost per unit, but it also locks up cash that could be used for payroll, marketing, or other growth opportunities.  Inventory should support your practice—not compete with it for cash. Before placing a large order, consider your usage rate, seasonality, payment terms, and how quickly that inventory will actually generate revenue.  Every Product Category Needs a Different Strategy  Not all inventory should be managed the same way. Injectables, retail skincare, and everyday consumables each serve a different purpose in your practice and carry different levels of financial risk. Creating category-specific inventory strategies helps improve cash flow, reduce waste, and ensure you're investing in products that support both patient demand and long-term profitability.  Establish inventory par levels for injectables, retail skincare, and consumables  Track inventory turnover and usage by provider  Monitor expiration dates, shrinkage, spoilage, and waste  Assign one team member ownership of inventory reconciliation  Adjust purchasing based on seasonal demand instead of automatic reordering  Negotiate flexible payment terms with vendors whenever possible  Make sure every product on your shelves has a purpose. When you consistently monitor inventory levels and adjust purchasing decisions based on real usage, you free up cash, protect your margins, and create a more efficient operation.  04:00 Managing inventory responsibilities  07:31 Managing Inventory and Cash Flow  11:19 Tracking inventory and usage metrics  15:47 Upselling and Packaging Services  16:52 Managing inventory and pricing strategy Good Inventory Data Leads to Better Financial Decisions  Inventory counts should do more than confirm what's on the shelf. They should tell you how inventory is moving through the practice and whether it's contributing to healthy cash flow.  When you regularly review inventory tracking alongside your financial reports, it's much easier to identify underutilized inventory, margin loss, or products that aren't generating the return you expected. That visibility allows you to make adjustments before small issues become expensive ones.  Cash Should Keep Working for Your Business  As your med spa grows, inventory becomes more than an operational task—it becomes a strategic financial decision. Expanding locations, hiring providers, investing in new technology, or building cash reserves all require liquidity. Every dollar tied up in excess inventory is a dollar that can't be invested elsewhere.  Practices that scale successfully understand how to balance inventory levels with demand. They know what products generate revenue, what products move slowly, and when it's worth negotiating better payment terms instead of purchasing more inventory. Managing inventory with intention doesn't just protect margins—it creates the financial flexibility needed to grow with confidence.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.  Connect with Shannon:  Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/  Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc., and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.  To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.  Hosts for this Episode Christopher Brenton - Beta Tau Chapter (North Carolina State) Alumnus and Sigma Nu Fraternity's Director of Communications Guest for this Episode Randy Rowland - Gamma Kappa Chapter (Colorado) Alumnus. Advisor for the Gamma Kappa Chapter and Travel Enthusiast Episode References Randy's Substack Link - Visit to follow along with Randy's travels abroad. Register for Navigators - Apply to be a mentee or mentor in the Fraternity's mentorship experience for brothers.  General Resources Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral. Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Contact Scott Smith at scott.smith@sigmanu.org for more information. Become a Volunteer - Learn more and take the next steps to become a volunteer for the Fraternity. Establish or Serve an Alumni Chapter - Learn more about how to help establish and maintain an Alumni Chapter. Organize an Alumni Club - Learn more about how to become engaged with or set up an Alumni Club. Donate to the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation - Give a gift to help advance the Fraternity's honorable Mission.

In this podcast, Eric and Mike Garvey explore the transformative philosophy that scaling a business is fundamentally about scaling people. He recounts his professional evolution from a solo entrepreneur to the leader of a team, emphasizing that investing in employees is the only way to achieve a $50 million vision. Triplett explains how empowering staff to handle sales and technical decisions removes him as a bottleneck, ultimately fostering a culture of excellence and personal growth. The discussion highlights that setting high standards and providing daily motivation through team meetings are essential for building a successful brand. Key Takeaways:  Shift your focus from the tasks you perform to the people you lead by making their professional and personal growth your primary mission. Empower your team members by teaching them the skills to handle more responsibilities, which frees you up to focus on scaling the bigger vision. Implement a multi-stage interview process that prioritizes cultural alignment and core values over technical experience alone. Establish clear standards of excellence and hold everyone accountable to them to ensure the entire team operates at a high level. Host brief daily meetings focused on celebrating wins and tracking metrics to keep your team energized, connected, and motivated.

Burnout doesn't have to be the end of the story.In this concluding episode of our three-part burnout series, Andy Huckaba and Teresa Schwab explore what recovery actually looks like after burnout has been recognized. While the first two episodes focused on understanding burnout and the role leaders and organizations play in creating healthy or unhealthy systems, this conversation shifts toward hope, healing, and sustainable leadership.Recovery is rarely a single decision or quick fix. It is a journey that begins with awareness, reflection, and the courage to make intentional choices. The conversation explores reconnecting with purpose, examining personal values, establishing healthier boundaries, seeking support through coaching and trusted relationships, and recognizing when a change in environment may be necessary.The discussion also examines how managers and organizations can create cultures where people recover, thrive, and perform at their best without sacrificing their well-being.Five Action Steps for Individuals• Increase your awareness of the physical, emotional, and behavioral signs of burnout.• Pause and reflect to reconnect with your purpose, values, and direction.• Establish healthier boundaries to protect your time and energy.• Seek support through coaching, mentors, trusted colleagues, or counselors.• Be willing to make courageous changes when your work consistently conflicts with your values.Five Action Steps for Organizations• Recognize burnout as an organizational responsibility, not just an individual one.• Support meaningful recovery by encouraging true time away from work.• Create psychological safety where people can speak openly about burnout.• Align work with organizational purpose and meaningful contribution.• Provide coaching, development, and ongoing support—not just wellness programs.Five Action Steps for Managers• Lead with curiosity and compassion when employees are struggling.• Ask, 'What can I do to support you right now?'• Protect employees' recovery by respecting boundaries and time away.• Help reprioritize work so people can focus on what matters most.• Model healthy leadership through sustainable work habits and boundaries.Burnout SeriesEpisode 31 – Understanding Burnout: Recognizing the Warning Signs Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/53ipwQBC7034U1sZvis8rQ?si=RVI-Yxp0RkqYXhCzO4RHRw Episode 32 – Building Resilient Systems and Organizations: The Leader's Role in Preventing Burnout Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jkDxNVCR6vkxpwZZuTvjO?si=mC32bDO4QASLlShypx0tQwOther Growth Beyond Boundaries Episodes You May Enjoy• Episode 23 – Finding Your Compass: Living and Leading Through Your Values• Episode 24 – The Power of Coaching Conversations• Episode 27 – Leading Through Uncertainty• Episode 28 – Navigating Transitions and Growth• Episode 29 – Mastering Delegation• Episode 30 – Intentional Leadership: The Power of the PauseLearn MoreLearn more at #AdAstraCoachAllianceTag us @AdAstraCoachAlliance and share your thoughts or takeaways from this episode!Hashtags#GrowthBeyondBoundaries #AdAstraCoachAlliance #Burnout #BurnoutRecovery #Leadership #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #Resilience #HealthyLeadership #OrganizationalCulture #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceWellbeing #Coaching #PersonalGrowth #PurposeDrivenLeadership #SustainableLeadershipMusic CreditsMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!)License code: 1AF9FYKW2TNQNGG1

We're back! After a short break to finish two big projects (a brand new client app and a fully revamped website), Talking Nutrition returns with a big one: the introduction of the RESTORE Method. This is the 2.0 version of the OCS Process, and the exact roadmap Johan takes his clients through, from root cause to resilience.In this episode, Johan walks through all 7 phases of the RESTORE Method step by step: Reveal, Establish, Solve, Transform, Own, Rebuild, and Embody. You'll hear real client stories (including autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's and ulcerative colitis going into remission), why internal health always comes before external results, and a full tour of the free tools on the new website, from the Gut Repair Blueprint symptom assessment to the updated TDEE calculator.Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching and how the RESTORE Method can help you finally reach your long-term goals? DM "COACH" to @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram for a free Discovery Call.---Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems@johanvesters_ocs on Instagramwww.odysseycoachingsystems.cojohan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

https://teachhoops.com/ If you walk into a basketball facility in the dead of winter on a freezing Tuesday afternoon in January, you can instantly feel the energy deficit. Lungs are heavy, legs are burning from a multi-game weekend stretch, and the gym is completely quiet. In a typical basketball program, the head coach reacts to this quiet atmosphere by pacing the baseline and screaming at the top of their lungs, desperately trying to inject excitement into a flat group of athletes. But if you are a masterclass program builder, you know that trying to force empty excitement from the sideline is a losing battle. Fake enthusiasm introduces an operational leak into your culture. It keeps your roster trapped in a model of robotic, coach-fed compliance. In this episode, we step directly into the "Truth Room" to flip this dynamic entirely on its head by analyzing a critical diagnostic question. We break down how to transition from an exhausting model where you are the sole source of motivation into an elite, high-transfer ecosystem where Activity Density, structural constraints, and player-led accountability naturally generate a high-velocity workspace every single afternoon. To accurately audit whether your practice energy is sustainable or merely a superficial, coach-driven illusion, you must evaluate your environment through this specific lens: "If you completely locked your vocal cords, put your whistle in your pocket, and stood silently on the baseline for an entire two-hour practice, what level of intensity, vocal communication, and competitive friction would your players actively sustain on their own?" If the energy in your gym immediately drops to zero the moment you close your mouth, your program is stuck in Level 2 compliance. Your players are Coach-Fed actors waiting for a joystick instruction. If the gym stays at a roaring, high-hands championship standard, you have successfully built a Level 4 player-led powerhouse that brings its own "gym juice" to the hardwood. You cannot simply demand energy; you must build a high-transfer practice environment that naturally extracts it through the following structural pillars: When players stand in a single-file line of eight people waiting to take a casual finishing shot, their core temperature drops, their focus drifts, and their energy plummets. The Blueprint: Your practice script must feature a mandatory Multi-Ball architecture. Ensure that at least 70% of your roster is actively catching, moving, or passing concurrently across all available baskets. High rep density leaves zero room for conversational laziness. You should never carry the burden of being the only high-energy signal in the gym. Allocate specific structural roles to your assistant coaches based on their unique DNA to keep the floor moving at a rapid clip. The Blueprint: Empower The Organizer to completely command the practice clock, managing sprinted drill transitions to eliminate dead time. Unleash The Antagonist to act as your bad-cop culture enforcer—the voice that stops the clock instantly the second a player soft-recovers on a closeout or drops their hands through fatigue. When your players face extreme physical exhaust or a tough, high-friction scrimmage deficit, they will naturally want to retreat into quiet isolation. The Blueprint: Mandate a streamlined, high-signal language. Replace passive, empty apologies ("My fault, coach") with an immediate physical reset command: "Next Play Speed." When the focus starts to fracture, banish sideline coaching lectures and demand that your athletes step up to "Own The Room." This simple linguistic boundary forces your players to become the ultimate enforcers of the energy standard. Coach's Note: "Stop trying to be a cheerleader for your basketball team. If you have to bring all the juice to the gym every single afternoon, you are going to be completely burnt out by February, and your players will crumble the second they play a tough road game in a hostile environment. Stop over-coaching effort. Clean up your practice clock, maximize your rep density, implement small-sided socratic constraints, and force your players to own the room. Build a self-policing powerhouse." Title Ideas: Does Your Basketball Team Pass This Critical Energy Test? Stop Screaming at Your Players! How to Build a Self-Policing Basketball Practice How to Keep Basketball Practice Energy High Without Saying a Word Are Your Practices Coach-Fed or Player-Led? (The Ultimate Culture Audit) Primary Keywords: Bringing energy to basketball practice, high school basketball team culture, TeachHoops, Coach Collins, basketball practice rep density, building player-led teams, coaching staff alignment workflows. Secondary Keywords: Next play speed resilience, own the room vocabulary, active density practice design, standard of tolerance, decision IQ constraints, socratic coaching method, Types of Coaches (3).pdf. Description Snippet: "Are you exhausted from having to constantly yell, clap, and scream to get your basketball players to talk, sprint, or lock in on defense? In this podcast episode, Coach Collins reframes the entire concept of practice energy into an unyielding diagnostic question. Discover how to transition away from coach-driven excitement and implement a high-density, structural practice design that forces your players to generate their own championship energy every single day." Suggested Tags:#BasketballCoaching #TeachHoops #CoachCollins #PracticeDesign #TeamCulture #PlayerLed #SportsLeadership #HighSchoolBasketball #CoachingTips Are you evaluating your practice energy dynamics to prepare your varsity staff for a rigorous mid-winter tournament schedule where you need your players to remain emotionally steady during exhausting back-to-back game layouts, or are you looking for a specific sequence of small-sided game constraints to naturally inject competitive friction into your program's youth development camps? Show NotesThe Diagnostic Question Every Program Builder Must AskEngineering the Practice Engine for Automatic Energy1. Maximize Your "Rep Density" to Eliminate Boredom Leaks2. Deploy Your Staff Lenses to Balance the Friction3. Establish a Shared Linguistic ShieldThe Energy Balance: Coach-Fed Noise vs. Player-Led JuiceEnvironmental ElementThe Level 2 Compliant Gym (Leak)The Level 4 Transformational Gym (Standard)Primary Sound SourceThe head coach screaming instructions from the sidelineFive players on the floor shouting coverages through exhaustDrill TransitionsSluggish walking; players casually grabbing water bottlesSprinted transitions driven by The Organizer and player huddlesAdversity ResponseHeavy emotional hang-time; looking to the bench for energyImmediate player-led huddle; elite Next Play Speed resetHandling FatigueHands on hips; quiet focus on individual exhaustionHigh-hands posture; players actively pulling up lagging peersYouTube SEO Strategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To watch a video version of this podcast, click here: https://youtu.be/NZSMT78oKmQIn this episode, Reuben Saltzman, Tessa Murry, and Eric Houseman delve into the craziest service inquiries and complaints home inspectors face, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and proper process. They share real stories, lessons learned, and strategies to handle difficult situations effectively.TakeawaysMost customer complaints come from miscommunication and unclear expectations.Set clear expectations before, during, and after the inspection.Listen first and fully understand the client's concern before responding.Show empathy and remain professional when handling complaints.Follow a consistent process for resolving service inquiries.Gather all facts before making conclusions or offering solutions.Track and analyze service inquiries to identify recurring issues.Use complaint trends to improve processes and team training.New construction homes can still have defects and require thorough inspections.Educate clients on the value and limitations of home inspections.Keep detailed documentation, including notes, photos, and communication records.Clear documentation helps resolve disputes and protects the business.Be responsive and follow up with clients to build trust.Maintain professionalism when dealing with unpaid clients and report access.Establish and communicate clear payment policies.Build strong relationships with both clients and real estate agents.Focus on factual, objective findings rather than assigning blame.View complaints as opportunities for learning and continuous improvement.Strong communication, empathy, and consistency lead to better customer satisfaction.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates02:15 Understanding Service Inquiries06:49 The Process of Handling Complaints11:39 Trends in New Construction Complaints15:39 Tracking Service Inquiries21:16 Customer Service Philosophy24:29 The Importance of Showing Up28:25 Navigating Client Relationships30:42 Handling Service Inquiries35:57 Learning from Inspection Experiences44:19 The Role of Agents in Home Inspections

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.