Podcasts about exits

On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Taylor Sheridan leaving Paramount for NBC Peacock and immediately cowriting a Call of Duty movie, Scream 7 and Stranger Things 5 trailers, two Road House sequels, The Conjuring prequel movie, no Imax for Spidey 4 screenings, Colin Farrell contradicts James Gunn on Sgt Rock script, Layer Cake sequel is in the works, John Williams to compose score for Spielberg UFO movie, Sydney Sweeney might be the female James Bond, movie reviews and more!#marvel #DC #warnerbros #paramount #HBO #WB #netflix #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha ____________________________________________________________________________________Chapters:0:00 Intro and What's Wrong With Fall Movies So Far6:50 Doug Liman Prepping a Rival Road House Sequel Movie10:17 Spider-Man Brand New Day Not Getting an IMAX Rollout13:47 Guy Ritchie To Direct a Layer Cake Sequel Starring Jason Statham16:38 Sneider Talks His 'The Conjuring" Prequel Scoop21:35 Why Taylor Sheridan Left Paramount for Peacock32:55 Sheridan to Co-Write Call of Duty Movie with Peter Berg Directing42:55 SCREAM 7 Trailer, Stranger Things S5 Trailer Talk57:20 CHRISTY Review1:06:02 Colin Farrell Loved Sgt Rock Script, John Williams Composing Spielberg UFO Film1:08:07 Margot Robbie NOT In American Psycho Remake, Sydney Sweeney for James Bond?1:11:22 Streamlabs and Superchat QuestionsFollow John Rocha: @therochasays Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider 

In this episode, Visionary Business Leader and Systemization Expert Ral West shares her insights on making the shift from being an operator to becoming a true owner.Through her 6 guiding principles—applicable to every business—Ral reminds us that passion can evolve, data can direct us, and the right team can transform our vision into a thriving culture. She talks about finding alignment with people, leading by example, and building systems that allow your business to grow beyond you.If there are parts of business you don't love, find someone who does. That's how you lead like an owner, not an operator.Tune in the full episode of The Coaching Equation - From Operator to Owner: Ral West's 6 Timeless Principles (45 Years, Multiple Exits)Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!Ral West is a Visionary Business Leader and Systemization Expert, who employs her 4+ decades of entrepreneurial experience and her passion for business in her newest endeavor: “Ral West Livin' The Dream”. Ral transforms overworked owner-operators into powerful business owners with the freedom to stop sacrificing their personal lives. Ral and her husband have founded several businesses, one notably achieving 8 digits in annual revenue before being acquired by Alaska Airlines in 2008. Ral has invaluable experience in scaling businesses and mastering the art of effective systemization.She is a master at the practical implementation of business theories to create effective processes that transform businesses and multiply success. A respected figure in the tourism industry and multifamily real estate circles, Ral has been a guest speaker on dozens of podcasts, has authored courses, and is a bestselling author.Ral and her husband live in Alaska when they are not jet-setting on their worldwide travel adventures. They have two daughters, one of whom lives in Australia, and three grandchildren - also in Australia.Connect with Ral West!Website: https://www.ralwest.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ralwestltd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ral-west-0ba7aa12/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RalWestLTD/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RalWest-wv3ouRyan Lang is the CEO of EMPIRE Partners and a highly sought-after performance coach and consultant. He helps establish business owners, coaches, and thought leaders transform from elite practitioners to transformational leaders by building businesses on five critical pillars instead of one wobbly leg. Over 20 years, he has guided 1000+ professionals to predictable, profitable growth using his Whole Performance Coaching methodology—combining sales mastery, strategic marketing, and human optimization principles that create lasting stability.Connect with Ryan Lang!Website: https://www.ryanrlang.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realryanlang/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-lang-b46a545b/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.lang.984 Learn more about Empire Partners:&nb

Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREAre you looking for some tech tips as a law firm owner? In this engaging episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, SEO expert and entrepreneur Jason Hennessey shares his journey from mobile DJ to founder of Hennessey Digital, detailing how necessity led him to discover SEO. He discusses the evolution of SEO, the impact of AI, and practical strategies for law firms.Jason speaks about the future of AI in SEO. In the early days of Jason's career, AI was being used to reverse engineer websites to figure out what was working, which was very time consuming. In this day and age, AI is a lot more accessible and is being used by different people for different things. For companies like Jason's, AI has opened the door to allow for more traffic because his service can reach different people due to AI's diverse usage.Jason and Tyson discuss the errors law firms make with their websites. One thing is people do not take action when they have the steps in order to do so. This is seen with many people who attend law conferences. Another error is trying to implement a solution right away and thinking it is going to solve the problem. Jason gives an example of a company hiring someone to design or maintain a website, but not having any oversight whatsoever. This can cause a lot of issues for a business owner who can lose control of what they are creating.Listen in to learn more!6:20 How SEO has changed10:01 Early adoption of AI and the future of AI in SEO17:41 Lifestyle businesses versus growth-focused businesses20:09 Frequent errors law firms make with their websites38:35 How social media now impacts SEO Tune in to today's episode and checkout the full show notes here. Connect with Jason:Website  Instagram  X FacebookLinkedin Youtube

What Investors Are Looking for in Your Startup Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Investors funding startups look for key factors that point to the success of the business. Here's a list of key points the investor looks for in the startup: Successful track record of the team. Exits by the team are the most substantial proof. Key experiences of the team in solving the problem at hand. Strong relationships with key players in the market. Focused strategy for going to market. Strong communication skills by the CEO. Evidence of success with traction. Scalability of the business model. Some fit with the investor's skills and interests. Market validation is shown by customers paying for the product. Product validation is shown by the product working. Evidence of momentum in the business. A moat of some kind around the business. The more elements you have in the deal, the more likely you are to raise funding.  Make sure you include these points in your pitch to the investor.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org  Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/  For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/  For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/  For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/  For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/   For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you'll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- Danny Davis, CEO of Hyperfi, shares hard-won lessons from multiple exits including taking a cannabis tech company public and missing an eight-figure investment in Loom. Key Topics: • How a hospital bed insight led to patenting the world's first cannabis cartridge filling system • Why board control is make-or-break for successful exits (and what happened when he lost it) • The revenue vs. investment dilemma: when to kill your cash cow for the bigger bet • Being Loom's first customer, offered to be first investor, and saying no—an eight-figure miss • Why he only invests in founder-led companies now (even controversial ones like Travis's Uber) • Building Hyperfi: applying Ben Horowitz's People → Product → Profit formula • The "N+1 strategy" for risk management every entrepreneur needs • Why timing is everything: two years makes the difference between too early and too late Biggest Takeaway: "For every person I talk to that has hindsight, they always had an inkling. The mistakes happen when you sell yourself short or get out too early." Danny went from 13 years in corporate IT to multiple successful exits by spotting pattern-breaking opportunities in taboo markets. Now he's building Hyperfi, an AI-powered IT procurement platform solving a $1.5 trillion problem. -- Danny Davis is a multi-exit founder, technologist, and hands-on operator known for building companies that push industries forward. From taking Convectium public at a $100M+ valuation to leading W3Box.io's blockchain and AI-powered membership systems for global brands, his ventures bridge the physical and digital worlds. Holding eight patents across connected packaging and authentication, Danny's work sits at the intersection of design, code, and commerce. Now founder of HyperFi, an AI-native enterprise IT platform, he leads with precision, purpose, and his guiding motto: “Break to Fix.” LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannydavis12/ Website - https://hyperfi.ai/ -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Lenskart's Rs 70,000 crore IPO and Peyush Bansal's bold “day zero” mindset. We also dive into Zerodha's plan to let investors buy U.S. stocks amid its first-ever revenue dip, and the fierce quick commerce battle heating up among Zepto, Blinkit, and Swiggy Instamart. Plus, Dunzo co-founder Kabeer Biswas exits Flipkart. Tune in for all the top startup headlines.

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How to Scale and Exit Your Business the Right Way: In-Depth Insights from Josh DavisMany founders and CEOs find themselves caught in the day-to-day grind, unsure how to grow their business sustainably—or how to prepare for an eventual exit. In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews Josh Davis, five-time founder, Chairman and CEO of JL Davis Enterprises, and one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40. Drawing from his own entrepreneurial journey and experience selling a fast-growing logistics company, Josh shares a step-by-step guide for scaling, systemizing, and ultimately creating a business that can thrive independently of its founder.Building for Scalability and Exit SuccessJosh emphasizes that every entrepreneur should build their business as if they plan to sell it, even if they never do. A “sale-ready” company—one with clear processes, reliable systems, and strong leadership—is not only more valuable to buyers but also far easier to manage. Founders who invest early in documentation, automation, and leadership development create companies that can grow sustainably and operate smoothly without their constant involvement.A critical part of scaling is having the right people in the right roles. Josh explains that businesses often plateau because of leadership gaps or founder dependency. He recommends regularly auditing your organizational structure, empowering key hires, and fostering a culture of ownership across all levels. By delegating effectively, founders free themselves to focus on strategy rather than daily operations.When it comes to exits, planning years in advance is key. The best outcomes happen when founders clean up financials early, minimize founder reliance, and work with experienced advisors well before they're ready to sell. Josh's firm helps business owners navigate this process, whether they're preparing for acquisition, seeking investors, or simply aiming for a more autonomous company.About Josh DavisJosh Davis is a five-time founder and the Chairman & CEO of JL Davis Enterprises, where he helps entrepreneurs scale and position their businesses for successful exits. Recognized as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40, Josh has led multiple ventures in logistics, consulting, and investment, combining hands-on leadership with a passion for mentorship and sustainable business growth.About JL Davis EnterprisesJL Davis Enterprises partners with founders and CEOs to optimize growth, streamline operations, and prepare businesses for sale or succession. The firm offers consulting, advisory, and acquisition services designed to help companies become more scalable, profitable, and self-sufficient. Learn more and access free resources at jldavisenterprises.com.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeJosh Davis on LinkedInJL Davis Enterprises WebsiteKey Episode HighlightsBuild your business as if you plan to sell it—whether you do or not.Hire and empower leaders who can run the business without constant founder input.Document and automate processes to enable scalability and efficiency.Prepare for a strategic exit years in advance, not months before selling.Invest in mentorship and expert advisors to avoid costly mistakes early on.ConclusionScaling and exiting a business successfully requires vision, structure, and discipline. As Josh Davis...

Get THE Leftover Pieces APP & don't miss anything! CLICK HERE TODAY -- The season gets crowded. Capacity isn't disloyalty—it's logistics for a heart carrying a lot.Journal prompt: “A boundary that made room for me was…”Choose your pace before the week chooses it for you. Let a flicker of relief lead: make one clear decision today and notice your shoulders drop. Rebuild with a concrete move—opt out (“Not this year”), leave early (“I can stay 45 minutes”), or tap-in an ally (someone who runs interference or signals the exit). Then step it onto the calendar: add start/exit times or your ally's name and plan in the event notes so Future-You doesn't have to negotiate in the moment.Choose-your-energy menu:Hollow (low): Remove one non-essential event this week.Healing (medium): Add an exit time to one commitment and text your ally.Becoming (higher): Add pacing notes to three upcoming events (opt out / leave early / ally + signal).To end today:Grief after suicide rarely fits the calendar the world hands you. Pacing isn't selfish; it's survival planning for a heart that's still rebuilding. When you opt out, leave early, or bring an ally, you're not disrespecting tradition—you're refusing to sacrifice yourself to it. Your capacity will change week to week; let your plans change with it. The people who love you can handle clarity, and the ones who can't are telling you something useful. There is no prize for white-knuckling through an event that costs you three days of recovery. Choose the version of participation that lets you wake up tomorrow with a little more breath than today. Exhale. Keep what serves you; leave the rest. I'll be here again tomorrow.

Jane Dutton speaks to National Treasury’s Ismail Momoniat, about South Africa being delisted from the Financial Action Task Force’s greylist. The country was added to the list in early 2023 over concerns about weak controls against money laundering and terror financing. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we asked listeners for their Worst Exits Ever stories. The cheaters who abandoned the family at Christmas. Or during a health crisis. Or just days before a giant exam. During the third round of chemo. Or when the chump is pregnant with twins. What's going on? Are they maximizing the cruelty? Is it deliberate? The good news is, everyone who reported in said after the initial hardship, life is a lot better without a heartless loser. 

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It's Week 4 of Married At First Sight UK Season 10, and things are getting messy! Chris & Dave unpack all the explosive commitment ceremonies, surprise exits, and awkward couple showdowns that have fans talking. From emotional walkouts to tense dinner-party clashes, get our full recap, unfiltered reactions, and all the MAFS UK gossip you need this week!#MAFSUK, #MarriedAtFirstSightUK, #RealityTVCast, #ChrisAndDave, #MAFS2025, #RealityTVPodcast, #UKRealityTV, #MAFSDrama, #CommitmentCeremony, #MAFSRecap, #RealityTV, #TVPodcast, #CoupleDrama, #DinnerPartyDrama, #MAFSFans, #RealityTVGossip, #TVTalk, #RealityRecap

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My newsletter: https://simonowens.substack.com/   One day in the 1990s, Alan Jay received a surprising phone call at work from Jeff Bezos's assistant, who said the Amazon founder wanted to meet with him during an upcoming trip to the UK. That meeting would eventually lead to Amazon acquiring IMDB, the movie database Alan had co-founded.   After the acquisition, Alan didn't rest on his laurels; over the next two decades, he went on to co-found two other media companies – one in entertainment and the other sports – both of which had their own successful exits. In a recent interview, Alan told the origin story of IMDB, walked through how he built the two other media properties, and explained why it's much harder to launch a media business today compared to 20 years ago.  

Prepare your business for a thriving future with expert insights into exit strategies and valuation on this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm. Today Roger Knecht is joined by Nancy Mills to discuss critical steps for business owners and accounting professionals, from clean financials to navigating emotional transitions. Learn how to maximize business worth and plan for a successful exit. In This Episode: 00:00 Introduction to Exit Strategies 02:35 Why Transition Planning Matters 05:15 Phases of Business Transition 08:53 Business Valuation Methods 12:50 Negotiating Earnouts and Exits 17:38 Emotional Aspects of Selling 25:38 Strategic Buyer Success Story 32:22 Vending Company Exit Strategy 36:30 Key Takeaways and Final Advice 41:17 Conclusion and Resources Key Takeaways: Start exit planning at least three years in advance to ensure optimal preparation and avoid common pitfalls. Assemble a diverse advisory team, including accountants, lawyers, wealth managers, and certified exit planners, for comprehensive support. Focus on timely, accurate financials and clearly separate personal and business expenses to boost valuation. Understand various business valuation methods, including EBITDA multiples and the impact of revenue thresholds on buyer interest. Prepare for the emotional aspects of exiting a business by planning for a post-exit purpose and maintaining control during the transition. Featured Quotes: “They don't understand. They think that exit planning means you're putting my company on the market for sale right away.” - Nancy Mills “It's just like your house. You've got to keep it well maintained.” - Roger Knecht “Every business owner needs to understand that they have options and they have many more options than they are currently aware of.” - Nancy Mills Behind the Story: Many business owners overlook exit planning, viewing it as a distant concern or a sign of decline. However, unexpected events like the “dismal Ds”—divorce, disease, death, disagreement, or disability—can force an accelerated exit. This episode highlights the crucial role of proactive planning, much like preparing a child for independence, ensuring a business can thrive without the owner's daily involvement. It emphasizes the emotional journey involved and the need for a supportive advisory team to navigate the process effectively. Conclusion: Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. For more information on how you can establish your own accounting firm and take control of your time and income, call 435-344-2060 or schedule an appointment to connect with Roger's team here.   Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth.   Offers: Uncover profitability leaks and get highly accurate, actionable insights that reveal your true profitability potential in each of the 12 profit drivers.   $500 for the first 5 to sign up for the Profit Driver Analysis https://lowenbergconsulting.com/profitdriver   Are you ready for a change, both personally and professionally?  Then accept and participate in the Accountrepreneurs Challenge.  This is a FREE opportunity to apply best practices and make this the best year yet in your career.   Get a FREE copy of these books all accounting professionals should use to work on their business and become profitable.  These are a must-have addition to every accountant's library to provide quality CFO & Advisory services as a Profit & Growth Expert today: “Red to BLACK in 30 days – A small business accountant's guide to QUICK turnarounds” – This is a how-to guide on how to turn around a struggling business into a more sustainable model. Each chapter focuses on a crucial aspect of the turnaround process - from cash flow management to strategies for improving revenue. This book will teach you everything you need to become a turnaround expert for small businesses. “in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable” – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. “Your Strategic Accountant” - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services (CAS - Client Accounting Services) you should offer as you run your business. Help your clients understand which numbers they need to know to make more informed business decisions. “Your Profit & Growth Expert” - Your business is an asset. You should know its value and understand how to maximize it. Beginning with the end in mind helps you work ON your business to build a company you can leave so that it can continue to exist in your absence or build wealth as you retire and enjoy the time, freedom, and life you want and deserve. 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Running small projects may not be glamorous. But for Thomas Ulman, it was the smartest way to scale and sell. His founder story shows how improving what already works can lead to clean, profitable exits.He took over Waitlist.email, a launch waitlist tool for founders, and Text.run, a minimalist personal-site builder. Instead of starting from scratch, he improved both products, rebuilt user trust, and sold them through Acquire.com, turning side projects into successful exits.Simplicity shaped the outcome. By removing free tiers, listening to users, and leveraging SEO, Thomas grew revenue with no paid ads. Both products were sold within weeks after listing.You'll hear:How to find value in small SaaS projectsWhy simplicity can outperform scale in growthWhat to fix before listing a business for acquisitionHow fast deals close when documentation is clean and trust is high3 lessons from Thomas's exits:Small doesn't mean insignificant — improve what worksPredictable, well-documented products sell fasterFocus and simplicity drive profitable outcomesWhether you're building SaaS or managing side projects, this episode is your blueprint for lean growth, focus, and smart exits.Follow Thomas's journey:LinkedInAlmostHuman.digital

Justin Fields is so bad even the stat pages are skipping him—Boomer wonders if the computers gave up. Jerry shared postgame audio from a still-positive Aaron Glenn, while Garrett Wilson vented his first-half frustration. Frank The Tank is fed up with Dolphins losses, the Seahawks, Steelers, and Drake Maye all picked up wins, and the Mariners took game 1 in Toronto. Boomer and Gio compared the Jets to Dan Campbell's 0-11 Lions, highlighting Detroit's smart drafting versus New York's mess—leaving fans wondering when it's okay to jump ship.

Jon Anderson speaks on Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni leaving the Blues, as well as Charlie Curnow's desire to leave the club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Anderson speaks on Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni leaving the Blues, as well as Charlie Curnow's desire to leave the club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

När energin tar slut hittar Tomas ny mening i att stötta andra. Han blir coach i Skövde och hjälper unga spelutvecklare – men entreprenörslusten väcks snart till liv igen. Mötet med Minecrafts första anställda leder vidare till skapandet av Blocksworld, ett spel som plötsligt får ett miljonbud från San Francisco. Det blir en resa fylld av förhandlingar, kulturkrockar och svåra beslut. I centrum står frågan: vad betyder framgång egentligen? Slutsatser: 1️⃣ Nya möjligheter uppstår ofta när man hjälper andra. 2️⃣ Exits är inte alltid slutet – utan början på något nytt. 3️⃣ Framgång är värdelös om man inte själv mår bra i processen.

Story of the Week (DR):CEO Succession:Disney CEO to Step Down, Replacement Race Narrows Between Two Major ContendersJosh D'Amaro, Chairman of Disney ExperiencesDana Walden, Co-Chair of Disney EntertainmentJimmy Kimmel Endorses Dana Walden as Next Disney CEO: “She's Done a Great Job”Tim Cook may step down as Apple CEO, John Ternus likely to be his successorVerizon Names Lead Director Daniel Schulman as Chief ExecutiveForget “DEI”—Bari Weiss Is Proof That Merit Doesn't Matter MMIs Paramount's Bari Weiss deal a Trump deal? We can't tell. And that's the problem.Cracker Barrel's logo controversy was driven by bots: What operators should learn from thisResearch from PeakMetrics found that 44.5% of X posts about the Cracker Barrel rebranding controversy were posted by botsAI “Friend” Startup Overwhelmed With HatredCocky AI CEO Does Photoshoot in Front of His Subway Ads That Got Relentlessly VandalizedCEO Who Plastered AI Ads All Over Subway System Afraid to Talk to Real New Yorkers Face-to-FaceLast month, AI startup Friend launched an eyebrow-raising advertising campaign in the New York City subway, which drew a striking amount of hatred.“Befriend something alive,” one pen-wielding tagger wrote.“AI wouldn't care if you lived or died,” another vandal raged.“AI will promote suicide when prompted, it is NOT YOUR ‘FRIEND.'”The company recently launched its controversial AI gadget, which is designed to constantly listen to you via a microphone and send snarky AI texts to your smartphone.Now, Friend's 22-year-old CEO Avi Schiffmann isn't just doing a photoshoot in front of the defaced ads for photos featured in The Atlantic — he's relishing the attention his company has been getting as of late. Schiffmann told the magazine that the backlash was part of Friend's plan. The ads were allegedly meant to provoke a conversation.Avi Schiffmann, a Harvard University dropoutShareholder Proposal No-Action Requests in the 2025 Proxy SeasonFor the 2025 proxy season, companies submitted approximately 35% more no-action requests than in the year before, and, excluding withdrawals, almost 70% of requests were granted — about the same rate as in 2024.The most common bases on which proposals were successfully excluded were:procedural and eligibility defects, orthat the proposal related to the company's ordinary business or would micromanage the companyImportantly, companies also had greater success than in recent years excluding proposals on the basis of:substantial implementation,economic relevance orbeing false and misleading.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Cuomo warns dem socialist rival's tax plan would trigger mass exodus of NYC's wealthyDR: Buildings are turning to ‘ice batteries' for sustainable air conditioning DR MMPepsiCo's Plan to Boost Lay's Sales: ‘Real Potatoes'DR: WestJet now charges passengers to recline seats on new Boeing 737 flightsMM: Shareholders?Shareholder group calls on UnitedHealth to decouple CEO from board chairBattle over Elon Musk's trillionaire pay package builds as pension funds face off against TeslaESG Investment Practices See Backlash, But No Abandonment In Sight: SurveyBloodthirsty activist investors are set to take down a record number of CEOs this year, Barclays says. The record is only a year oldWells Fargo Faces Activist Call for Independent Board ChairAssholiest of the Week (MM):Self Inflicted Wounds DRTrumps wind energy assault stings red statesAs Trump champions fossil fuels, the world is betting on renewable energyThe climate economy is delivering': CEO climate leaders publish open letter ahead of COP30Mark carneys shift from climate change warrior to fossil fuel cheerleaderTrump Labor Department Says His Immigration Raids Are Causing a Food CrisisAmerica's Soybean Farmers Are Panicking Over the Loss of Chinese BuyersJudge restricts ESG use in American Airlines 401(k) planThe judge has also ruled that employers should be allowed to discriminate on the basis of gender, gays shouldn't marry, blocked COVID vaccine mandates, and is Elon Musk's judge of choice (he judge shopped for a judge not in his district that owned Tesla stock)Now employers can't use as much data! You win!Idiot RobotsCracker Barrel's logo controversy was driven by bots: What operators should learn from thisMIT researchers studied 16 million election-related AI responses. They found chatbots are ‘sensitive to steering,' raising questions about LLMs' neutralityJapanese Farmers Send Out Automated Laser Drones to Defend ChickensTesla investigated over self-driving cars driving on wrong side of roadTesla faces U.S. auto safety probe after reports FSD ran red lights, caused collisionsEx-Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns AI models can be hacked: 'They learn how to kill someone'Investors don't even voteExecutives: 93% of executives say at least one director should be replaced, 78% say 2 or moreDirectors: 55% think AT LEAST ONE should be replaced, and 7% of directors - nearly 1 in 10 - think MORE THAN TWO directorsInvestors: 35% said they voted - IN EITHER DIRECTION - at allTo put that in perspective, investor voter turnout is roughly equivalent to voter turnout in Syria (37%)Headliniest of the WeekDR: Elon Musk's Wealth Now Dwarfs The GDP Of 83% Of CountriesDR: Markets look unstoppable, but JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon sees a 30% chance of a correction: ‘I'm far more worried than others'MM: Outer Space edition:Astronomer Estimates 30-40 Percent Chance Mysterious Interstellar Object Is Alien Craft Disguised as a CometElon Musk's Satellites Now Constantly Falling Out of the SkyWho Won the Week?DR: non-AI AI-hating sharpies: Sharpie Found a Way to Make Pens More Cheaply—By Manufacturing Them in the U.S.MM: Patagonia CEO who said of climate crisis denialists: ‘If you step out of a window from the third floor talking about how gravity doesn't exist, you're still going to hit the ground'PredictionsDR: Dana Walden, despite her experience, will immediately be called a DEI hire.MM: THIS IS THE YEAR SHAREHOLDERS VOTE OUT DIRECTORS!

Jaeden and Conor discuss the significant shifts in the consulting industry due to AI advancements, particularly focusing on Accenture's strategies for reskilling its workforce and the challenges companies face in adopting AI technologies. They emphasize the importance of mindset change and the need for organizations to adapt to new technologies while navigating the hype surrounding AI tools.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiConor's AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/coursesConor's AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/Jaeden's AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.comYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/W7CDKSoD9TEChapters00:00 Accenture's AI Journey and Challenges02:41 The Importance of Upskilling in AI05:45 Generative AI's Impact on Consulting08:23 Navigating AI Hype and Realities

 In 1944, the Hartford Circus Fire turned the “Greatest Show on Earth” into one of America's deadliest disasters. Flames consumed the Big Top in less than 10 minutes. This episode of An Ounce takes you inside the Hartford Circus Fire — the spark, the panic, and the aftermath. Why was the tent waterproofed with gasoline and paraffin? Why were families trapped under burning canvas? And what lessons from earlier fires like Triangle Shirt waist and Coconut Grove went ignored until it was too late? If this story struck you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone else who should hear it.

Private markets are swelling, public markets are shrinking, and the line between the two has never been blurrier. In this episode, CJ sits down with Scott Voss, Managing Partner at HarbourVest, to make sense of what's happening across venture, private equity, credit, and secondaries. Scott explains why companies like SpaceX and OpenAI are now valued alongside public giants, how the surge in take-privates is reshaping corporate strategy, and what happens when the quarterly earnings pressure disappears. They dive into the rise of GP-led deals, the evolving role of private credit as the “third voice in the room,” and why liquidity—not scarcity—will define this cycle. Scott also breaks down the growing appeal of evergreen and permanent capital structures, plus what AI mega-deals signal about the next phase of private investing.—LINKS:Scott Voss on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-voss-b91b94/HarbourVest Partners: https://www.harbourvest.comCJ on X (@cjgustafson222): https://x.com/cjgustafson222Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.comRELATED EPISODES:Secondaries, Continuation Vehicles, and Sidecar Funds: Private Equity with HarbourVest's Scott Voss -—TIMESTAMPS:(00:00:00) Preview and Intro(00:02:49) Sponsor – Mercury | RightRev | Tipalti(00:06:43) Opening Conversation(00:07:23) The Blurring Line Between Public and Private(00:09:36) The Rise of Mega Venture(00:11:20) The First $10 Trillion Company(00:12:28) The Shrinking Public Markets(00:13:09) Take-Private Playbook(00:14:04) Why Companies Go Private(00:16:00) Sponsor – Aleph | Rillet | Fidelity Private Shares(00:19:21) Efficiency and Exits(00:23:15) Liquidity in Private Markets(00:24:01) Secondaries and GP-Led Deals(00:27:14) Yale and the Secondary Market(00:29:09) Innovation and the Rise of GP-to-GP Trades(00:30:16) Liquidity Cycles and Interest Rates(00:33:18) The Third Voice in the Room – Private Credit(00:34:44) Private Credit and GP-Led Deals(00:36:02) Interest Rates and Deal Spreads(00:37:15) The Major Players in Private Credit(00:38:09) Regulation and Risk(00:39:25) Private Credit vs. Traditional Lending(00:40:33) Evergreen and Permanent Capital(00:45:57) Expanding Access to Private Markets(00:47:03) Understanding the Cap Table(00:47:44) AI Deals and Consolidation(00:50:00) The Evolution of AI and Blockchain(00:53:20) Funding Innovation and Risk(00:55:28) Lessons From Investing(00:55:39) Nostalgia and Life Phases(00:57:06) Nostalgia and the 1990s(00:59:21) Learn, Earn, and Return(01:00:45) Talking Nostalgia at Dinners(01:01:27) Summer Surfing(01:02:25) Wrap-Up and Closing—SPONSORS:Fidelity Private Shares is the all-in-one equity management platform that keeps your cap table clean, your data room organized, and your equity story clear—so you never risk losing a fundraising round over messy records. Schedule a demo at https://www.fidelityprivateshares.com and mention Mostly Metrics to get 20% off.Mercury is business banking built for builders, giving founders and finance pros a financial stack that actually works together. From sending wires to tracking balances and approving payments, Mercury makes it simple to scale without friction. Join the 200,000+ entrepreneurs who trust Mercury and apply online in minutes at https://www.mercury.comRightRev automates the revenue recognition process from end to end, gives you real-time insights, and ensures ASC 606 / IFRS 15 compliance—all while closing books faster. For RevRec that auditors actually trust, visit https://www.rightrev.com and schedule a demo.Tipalti automates the entire payables process—from onboarding suppliers to executing global payouts—helping finance teams save time, eliminate costly errors, and scale confidently across 200+ countries and 120 currencies. More than 5,000 businesses already trust Tipalti to manage payments with built-in security and tax compliance. Visit https://www.tipalti.com/runthenumbers to learn more.Aleph automates 90% of manual, error-prone busywork, so you can focus on the strategic work you were hired to do. Minimize busywork and maximize impact with the power of a web app, the flexibility of spreadsheets, and the magic of AI. Get a personalised demo at https://www.getaleph.com/runRillet is the AI-native ERP modern finance teams are switching to because it's faster, simpler, and 100% built for how teams operate today. See how fast your team can move. Book a demo at https://www.rillet.com/metrics#RunTheNumbersPodcast #PrivateMarkets #VentureCapital #TakePrivate #FinanceLeadership This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cjgustafson.substack.com

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Most professionals in the M&A space have been closing deals for decades. But being young doesn't mean you can't bring value to the table. Morgan Tate, founder of Breakwater M&A, has built a reputation as one of the younger voices in the industry. He has helped facilitate over $250 million worth of deals and is now using automation to make the process faster and more efficient. From the lessons learned in those transactions, he created the Breakwater Blueprint to keep deals from falling apart. Morgan offers a glimpse at the future of exits, where human connection and technology go hand in hand. In this episode, you will: Hear how younger advisors are closing more transactions Learn how AI is speeding up the deal process Understand why advisory fees are declining and how brokers can protect their value   Highlights: (00:00) Meet Morgan Tate (02:36) The Breakwater Blueprint (04:29) Earning trust as a younger advisor (10:42) Will AI lower advisory fees for business owners? (15:47) Let AI be your junior broker  (19:06) Where human judgment matters most in business sales (21:30) The future of M&A (26:18) AI can solve this mistake that hurts deals   Resources: For past guests, please visit https://www.defendersofbusinessvalue.com/   Follow Morgan: Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgantate    Learn more about Morgan's company: Breakwater M&A: https://www.breakwatermna.com   Follow Ed: Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmysogland/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defendersofbusinessvalue/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bvdefenders

What makes a great CEO today won't be enough tomorrow. In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Carolyn Dewar, McKinsey Senior Partner and coauthor of A CEO for All Seasons—a practical, research-backed roadmap for leaders navigating the full arc of CEO leadership. Building on her global work advising top executives and the success of her previous bestseller CEO Excellence, Carolyn offers a candid, timely, and deeply strategic perspective on how CEOs can lead—and let go—with clarity, discipline, and impact.Carolyn and Mahan explore the four leadership “seasons” every CEO moves through: preparation, early tenure, sustained performance, and exit. But what sets this conversation apart is its real-world focus on what actually trips up leaders—misjudged transitions, misplaced confidence, and the false comfort of past success. This isn't theoretical leadership advice—it's practical insight shaped by years of advising CEOs and boards during high-stakes moments.What emerges is a compelling case for fit over familiarity, foresight over reaction, and reinvention over complacency. Carolyn makes it clear that the best CEOs aren't simply great strategists—they're great at timing, sequencing, and knowing when to shift or step aside. She shares stories of leaders who planned their exits with grace and those who stayed too long—and why boards often get it wrong.If you're a CEO, board member, or senior leader shaping the next phase of your organization, this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership longevity and legacy. You'll walk away with practical framing for making bold decisions and managing change—not just within your business, but within yourself.Actionable Takeaways• Hear how to recognize the brief “unfreezing moment” that gives new CEOs a rare chance to reshape direction, expectations, and ambition • Learn why even the most successful CEOs must reinvent themselves—or risk becoming the barrier to future growth • Discover why the best succession plans start in a CEO's first year, not their last • You'll learn how boards often default to “more of the same”—and why that mindset leads to costly misalignment • Explore Carolyn's take on what only the CEO can and should do—and how over-functioning CEOs damage execution • Hear how some leaders design in tension—reverse mentors, red teams, bold advisors—to avoid echo chambers • Learn how to approach succession planning not as a person to pick, but as work to define • Find out what CEOs should leave behind in their final year—and what mistakes lock in poor transitions • You'll hear examples of how great CEOs sustain performance through S-curves while preparing for what's next • Gain perspective on how Carolyn sees AI as a CEO's partner, not a proxy for real leadershipConnect with Carolyn Dewar:A CEO for All Seasons Carolyn Dewar LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

As Russell Martin exits - we ask what now for Rangers? As they begin the search for a new manager we speak to BBC Scotland sport correspondent Chris McLaughlin and the Rangers Review's Joshua Barrie to find out what went wrong for Martin and where Rangers go from here.

En este nuevo episodio de Indie vs Unicornio, Lucas y Cristóbal se meten en algunos de los debates más incómodos (y necesarios) del mundo emprendedor: ética, dinero, inteligencia artificial y propósito.Arrancamos con el caso Frubana, un ejemplo que abre la conversación sobre cómo cerrar una empresa sin romper la confianza con proveedores y empleados. También analizamos el impacto de la política y la opinión pública en el mundo tech, con el caso de Guillermo Rauch (Vercel). En el terreno de la inteligencia artificial, debatimos el futuro del trabajo y si los developers promedio están realmente en riesgo. ¿Qué diferencia a un programador top de uno reemplazable?El episodio también se mete en el corazón financiero del ecosistema: cómo se están vendiendo las startups hoy, cómo funcionan los earn outs, y qué significa realmente tener F.U. Money — esa libertad total que muchos buscan después de un exit, pero que pocos saben manejar.Para cerrar, hablamos del fuego interno que empuja a los emprendedores incluso después del éxito: cómo mantener la motivación, cuándo volver a empezar y por qué los eventos y el networking muchas veces son más show que valor real.Un capítulo para founders, inversores y curiosos del mundo startup que quieren entender no solo cómo se construye una empresa, sino también qué pasa después del éxito.__Muchas gracias a nuestro Sponsor, Analytics Town por apoyar este episodio!¿Quieres crear un producto basado en inteligencia artificial pero no sabes por dónde empezar?En Analytics Town te ayudamos a diseñar tu nuevo producto y modelo de negocio, desde la estrategia hasta la ejecución del software con módulos de IA.Descubrimos oportunidades para tu empresa y validamos tu idea.Armamos el diseño funcional y el modelo de negocio.Diseñamos y desarrollamos tu producto potenciado con Inteligencia Artificial.Te acompañamos en todo el proceso, desde la idea hasta convertirlo en negocio rentable...Si mencionas que vienes de Indie vs Unicornio, te llevas el primer diagnóstico gratis!

We trace David's path from panic to purpose through the cave of Adullam, showing why the same door that sheltered you can also launch you. We pray for those stuck in revolving doors and call leaders to move with courage, clarity, and compassion.• honoring the house and opening prayer• reading 1 Samuel 22:1–5 in KJV and NIV• entrances and exits reframed by God's direction• David's misstep in Gath and merciful redirection• the cave as safety, recovery, and training• building real relationships in dark seasons• separation for preparation and caring for family• leading while wounded and guarding your heart• prophetic exit from the stronghold to Judah• breaking cycles and leaving the revolving door• scriptural receipts: Noah, Israel, Jonah, Jesus• testimony, altar call, and focused prayer for courage“Go to Judah… your people need to see you.”  Welcome To Chosen City Church! We are excited to you have worship with us today and we pray that this sermon blesses you!Partner With Chosen City Church:https://www.chosencitychurch.com/part...Support Chosen City Church:https://www.chosencitychurch.com/givePodcasts and More:https://linktr.ee/chosencitychurchConnect With Chosen City ChurchWebsite: https://chosencitychurch.com.comInstagram: @ChosenCityChurchYouTube: Chosen City ChurchFacebook: Chosen City ChurchIntro and outro created by Joe Anderson Jr. of Truflava Productions

Napheesa's Exit, Cathy's Response & Game 1 of the WNBA Finals

This segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, examines Amazon's decision to close all 19 Fresh grocery stores in the UK. Chris argues this confirms that grocery is incredibly hard to disrupt and that Amazon can't win on freshness, price, or experience without the necessary scale. He predicts Amazon Fresh in the US is "dead on arrival" and questions whether Amazon is making similar mistakes with Whole Foods by moving away from the "Whole Paycheck" premium positioning. Anne agrees that competitors like Sprouts, Lidl, and Aldi are beating Amazon at their own game with better distribution, fresher products, and lower prices. However, both hosts wonder if Amazon's pivot to online grocery could eventually win in a future where automated fulfillment becomes cheaper than in-store operations.

In this episode of Peter Lohmann's Podcast, I sit down with Amy Hanson, national NARPM President and two-time property management founder.Amy's career started by accident in 1993, when she picked up a real estate license just to earn a few bonuses. Fast forward: she's bought and sold two property management companies, navigated a non-compete by starting over in Dallas, and most recently sold to Berkshire Hathaway.We talk through what it's like to buy a brokerage without knowing the multiples, lessons learned from running two companies, and the transition from owner to corporate VP. Amy also opens up about her role leading NARPM during its “2.0” transformation: new bylaws, governance shifts, and the upcoming CEO handoff.If you're scaling a PM company, planning an exit, or curious about where NARPM is headed, you'll get a ton from Amy's story.(00:00) - Intro(01:56) - Amy's background and career(11:15) - Lessons learned in running a management company(14:20) - Sponsor - LeadSimple(15:54) - The architecture behind Amy's business(21:00) - Working for a PM company that you don't own(28:55) - The one-year president term for NARPM(32:24) - Sponsor - Appfolio's FutuRE Conference(33:57) - Amy's major initiatives during her term & NARPM 2.0Learn more and connect with Amy here: Berkshire Hathaway PM services division - ⁠https://weknowtxpm.com/Learn more & connect with me here:⁠Crane⁠, the private community for property management business owners.⁠My Free PM Newsletter⁠⁠RL Property Management⁠ 

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ What if you could turn your business into a $10M exit in just 24–36 months? In this raw, no-BS Dropping Bombs episode, I sit down with Lance Bachmann, the blue-collar dealmaker who's run the same play six times: partner with great operators, scale fast, then sell to real private equity—and do it again. He's already stacked six eight-figure exits (with more on deck) and his mission is clear: deliver life-changing checks, not empty promises.   Lance drops the traps most owners miss—“search funds” posing as PE, debt-loading deals, and why you should skip earn-outs unless the upfront is real—and the operating discipline that makes buyers line up: daily KPIs by 6:02 AM across every company, and the mindset shift that your roofing (or any trade) business is first a sales & marketing machine. He also shows how conferences and masterminds multiply valuation through relationships you can't buy. If you're chasing a $5M–$10M outcome instead of a lifetime “maybe,” this is your wake-up call.

If you're thinking about selling your online business, there's one part of the process that can make or break your deal: due diligence. Many sellers underestimate how important it is, and how much control they actually have over the process. In this week's podcast episode, Greg sits down with Ahmed Raza, founder of Rapid Diligence, to unpack the realities of due diligence and how sellers can prepare to maximize their exit. Ahmed starts by breaking down what due diligence really is and the steps sellers should take long before they go to market. He explains which diligence requests sellers can push back on, and the most common due diligence myths and misconceptions. Ahmed shares how buyer habits have evolved over the past few years and how, in some cases, due diligence can actually help sellers negotiate a higher sale price. We also dive into due diligence success rates, negotiation strategies when diligence turns tricky, and the typical timeline sellers should expect as their business works its way through the due diligence process. If you're planning an exit, this episode will help you avoid costly surprises, protect your leverage, and position your business for a smoother, more profitable sale. Topics Discussed in this episode: What is due diligence, and how sellers should prepare for it (03:53) How due diligence changes over different business models (11:16) Analyzing key man risk and team diligence (17:33) Due diligence requests that sellers can push back on (26:14) Biggest due diligence myths and misconceptions (29:17) How buyer habits have changed over the last few years (34:26) When due diligence can help you sell your business for more  (39:08) Due diligence success rates (41:50) How to negotiate better deals and work around due diligence issues (46:07) How long the due diligence process takes on average (49:21) Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter Rapid Diligence Sit back, grab a coffee, and get the insider's perspective on what really happens during due diligence.  

If you're thinking about selling your online business, there's one part of the process that can make or break your deal: due diligence. Many sellers underestimate how important it is, and how much control they actually have over the process. In this week's podcast episode, Greg sits down with Ahmed Raza, founder of Rapid Diligence, to unpack the realities of due diligence and how sellers can prepare to maximize their exit. Ahmed starts by breaking down what due diligence really is and the steps sellers should take long before they go to market. He explains which diligence requests sellers can push back on, and the most common diligence myths and misconceptions. Ahmed shares how buyer habits have evolved over the past few years and how, in some cases, due diligence can actually help sellers negotiate a higher sale price. We also dive into due diligence success rates, negotiation strategies when diligence turns tricky, and the typical timeline sellers should expect as their business works its way through the due diligence process. If you're planning an exit, this episode will help you avoid costly surprises, protect your leverage, and position your business for a smoother, more profitable sale. Topics Discussed in this episode: What is due diligence, and how sellers should prepare for it (03:53) How due diligence changes over different business models (11:16) Analyzing key man risk and team diligence (17:33) Due diligence requests that sellers can push back on (26:14) Biggest due diligence myths and misconceptions (29:17) How buyer habits have changed over the last few years (34:26) When due diligence can help you sell your business for more  (39:08) Due diligence success rates (41:50) How to negotiate better deals and work around due diligence issues (46:07) How long the due diligence process takes on average (49:21) Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter Rapid Diligence Sit back, grab a coffee, and get the insider's perspective on what really happens during due diligence.  

Top headlines for Tuesday, September 30, 2025Evangelical leaders urge President Trump to defend Israel ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, while a new study reveals nearly half of Americans don't take the Bible literally. Plus, New York City Mayor Eric Adams unexpectedly ends his reelection bid, and hundreds gather at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church for a discussion on unmasking gender ideology.00:11 Evangelicals want Trump to back Israel in Judea and Samaria01:01 Nearly half of American adults don't believe the Bible is true01:52 NYC Mayor Eric Adams ends reelection campaign; opponents react02:39 Death toll in LDS church attack rises; suspect identified03:25 Woman sets fire at church day before Charlie Kirk vigil04:11 Bill Maher rebukes media silence on genocide of Christians04:55 CP event tackles 'turning tide' of trans ideologySubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsEvangelicals want Trump to back Israel in Judea and Samaria | WorldNearly half of American adults don't believe the Bible is true | U.S.NYC Mayor Eric Adams ends reelection campaign; opponents react | PoliticsDeath toll in LDS church attack rises; suspect identified | U.S.Woman sets fire at church day before Charlie Kirk vigil | U.S.Bill Maher rebukes media silence on genocide of Christians | U.S.CP event tackles 'turning tide' of trans ideology | U.S.

On the DSR Daily for Monday, we discuss Eric Adams ending his campaign in NY, the Democrat/Republican showdown over a funding bill, Trump ordering the deployment of troops in Portland, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the DSR Daily for Monday, we discuss Eric Adams ending his campaign in NY, the Democrat/Republican showdown over a funding bill, Trump ordering the deployment of troops in Portland, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the DSR Daily for Monday, we discuss Eric Adams ending his campaign in NY, the Democrat/Republican showdown over a funding bill, Trump ordering the deployment of troops in Portland, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note: In this episode, Greg is interviewed on the SirLinksalot's SEO Podcast. We're sharing the interview here so that you don't miss out on the useful M&A insights that Greg shares. Greg returns to the SirLinksalot's SEO Podcast to share his insights from selling over 2,400 businesses and playing a part in turning 90 people into millionaires. Few people have a front-row seat to the changing landscape of online business like he does. In this episode, Greg dives into what really makes an online business sellable today, drawing from years of experience watching deals happen behind the scenes. They also explore the booming trend of faceless YouTube channels, why they're exploding in popularity, and how creators are building entire empires without ever showing their faces. Of course, no conversation about the future of digital business would be complete without AI. Greg shares his perspective on how artificial intelligence is transforming the way entrepreneurs operate, scale, and exit their businesses in a rapidly evolving digital economy. Whether you're building, buying, or just curious about the future of online business, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter SirLinksalot's SEO Podcast Sit back, grab a coffee, and enjoy this episode!  

Note: In this episode, Greg is interviewed on the SirLinksalot's SEO Podcast. We're sharing the interview here so that you don't miss out on the useful M&A insights that Greg shares. Greg returns to the SirLinksalot's SEO Podcast to share his insights from selling over 2,400 businesses and playing a part in turning 90 people into millionaires. Few people have a front-row seat to the changing landscape of online business like he does. In this episode, Greg dives into what really makes an online business sellable today, drawing from years of experience watching deals happen behind the scenes. They also explore the booming trend of faceless YouTube channels, why they're exploding in popularity, and how creators are building entire empires without ever showing their faces. Of course, no conversation about the future of digital business would be complete without AI. Greg shares his perspective on how artificial intelligence is transforming the way entrepreneurs operate, scale, and exit their businesses in a rapidly evolving digital economy. Whether you're building, buying, or just curious about the future of online business, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter SirLinksalot's SEO Podcast Sit back, grab a coffee, and enjoy this episode!  

"Every time I get off the phone with you, I feel better... but I don't call because I don't want to pay the billable hour."Alexandria Seydel heard this from clients constantly when she was practicing M&A law. So she made a simple offer: "What about once a month you buy me lunch and we go for 90 minutes and you get my brain."Those lunch conversations changed everything. Alexandria realized she was more energized talking business strategy than drafting legal documents. Now as founder of Ripples Edge Advisors, she helps business owners prepare for exits before they're forced to sell.Most owners think exit planning means getting financials in order and hoping for the best. Alexandria starts differently. She has clients close their eyes and picture life five years after selling: What does your typical day look like? Who are you spending time with? What gives you purpose?Those answers determine whether you should target private equity (focused on returns) or strategic buyers (who care about legacy and team). The visioning exercise prevents what Alexandria sees constantly: post-exit depression, even among sellers who make life-changing money.Right now she's watching clients in tech-adjacent industries get multiple serious offers in the same week. Legal tech, agricultural tech, climate tech - traditional industries adding technology are hot. But success isn't just about timing the market."If you were to go to Bali for three weeks, would your business run without you?" That's Alexandria's test for exit readiness. Most entrepreneurs think they're prepared until they actually try stepping away.In our conversation, Alexandria breaks down her exit readiness assessment, explains why the visioning exercise matters more than most tactical work, and shares what's driving current M&A activity in her clients' industries.• • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/alexandriaseydel• • •FOR MORE ON ALEXANDRIA SEYDEL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandria-seydel/Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ripples-edge-advisors/Website: https://www.ripplesedgeadvisors.com/FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/https://www.coreykupfer.com/Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton exiting early from his start Tuesday due to back tightness.

Selling your business won't save you if you're not ready for what comes after, and most founders aren't. Less than 1% of women founders successfully exit their businesses. That story is changing, and Carrie Kerpen is leading the movement. In this episode of Your Next, I sit down with Carrie Kerpen, founder of The Whisper Group and a successful agency exit veteran, to explore how women are rewriting the rules of business, building companies designed to sell, and creating exits that unlock freedom, legacy, and purpose. We go deep into the reality of life after a big sale: the loss of identity, the challenges of integration, and the path to reclaiming power on your own terms. If you've ever wondered what happens after the wire hits, this conversation will change how you think about exits. Press play now, and step into the conversation that could redefine how you see your next chapter. [00:00 – 12:00] The Agency and the Exit Carrie's journey from co-founding Likable to an 8-figure exit How Built to Sell became her roadmap to acquisition Why do women approach exits differently than men [12:01 – 20:00] Life After the Sale The emotional crash that follows even a successful exit The reality of working for “the mothership” after selling Why community and support matter most post-exit [20:01 – 25:00] The 3 Ds + B Every Founder Faces The 3 Ds that threaten every founder: Divorce, Death, and Disability, plus the B: Burnout Why lump sums bring more fear than freedom if you're not prepared How The Whisper Group equips women for the full journey, not just the transaction [25:01 – End] Building a Sellable Business and Lasting Legacy The three biggest mistakes that kill value Carrie's WHISPER framework for creating a sellable business Why legacy is built through resilience, profit, and purpose Key Quotes: “Nobody was really speaking to them in a way that matters.” - Carrie Kerpen “Women-owned businesses, fully female-founded businesses, account for fewer than 1% of total exits.” - Carrie Kerpen Connect with Carrie! LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carriekerpen Website:  carriekerpen.com/ Ready for your next chapter? Start Your Assessment Now

On this episode of “Fearless,” Jason Whitlock unpacks Tucker Carlson's explanation of Charlie Kirk's life and the forces at work in his assassination. Whitlock breaks down Carlson's revelation that Kirk was first and foremost a Christian and how Kirk's wavering support of Israel caused Turning Point USA donors to pull their support of the organization in light of Kirk's promotion of Carlson on TPUSA's platform. Whitlock explains why TPUSA as a whole was also a target of Kirk's assassination and analyzes why the motives of suspected killer Tyler Robinson purported by the mainstream media are questionable. Guest Steve Kim joins the show to discuss Molly Qerim's departure from hosting duties on ESPN's “First Take,” the dismal ratings of Dave Portnoy's new show on FS1, Arch Manning failing to live up to his hype, and Jon Gruden and Deion Sanders being favored as UCLA's next head coach. Another dynamic show today! ​​Today's Sponsors Kindred Harvest Unlike most teas loaded with microplastics and heavy metals from China, Kindred Harvest offers pure, American-blended, third-party lab-tested tea with biodegradable bags, free of toxins, for a clean, all-natural experience. Go to https://KindredHarvest.co and use my code FEARLESS for 20% off. Fatty15 Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15 levels to help support your long-term health and wellness - especially as you age. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/FEARLESS and using code FEARLESS at checkout. SHOW OUTLINE 00:00 Intro Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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