Podcasts about experimentation

How quickly should an AI investment begin producing measurable business results? In this episode, I speak with Monica Kumar, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Extreme Networks, about the growing pressure on technology leaders to prove that AI investments are producing financial and operational value. The conversation draws on Extreme Networks' State of AI for Networking 2026 report, based on a global survey of 200 C-level executives and vice presidents of IT. The findings suggest that enterprise AI has entered a far less forgiving phase. Experimentation continues, but executives increasingly want evidence that deployments are reducing costs, improving productivity or creating better user experiences. The most striking result is the speed now expected. Some 57 percent of respondents said they expect measurable AI impact within weeks or sooner, compared with 16 percent in the previous year. Projects that once might have received six or 12 months to demonstrate value may now face questions within 30 or 60 days. Monica explains why these demands are changing which AI projects receive attention. Leaders are looking for use cases connected with existing operational problems, where results can be measured and communicated clearly. This makes enterprise networking an interesting test case. AI workloads depend on network compute, bandwidth, availability and access to current data. According to the research, 92 percent of respondents said AI is increasing demands on network compute and bandwidth. A fragmented or outdated network may therefore limit the performance of the AI applications running across it. The network can also provide an early opportunity to show what AI produces in practice. Monica discusses performance monitoring, predictive analysis, troubleshooting, compliance checks, capacity planning and security. These are repetitive, data-heavy activities where improvements can be measured in time saved, fewer support tickets and better service availability. A case from Middlesbrough College brings those claims into focus. The college reports that firmware tracking fell from as much as five hours each week to approximately five minutes, while the time spent troubleshooting decreased by around 90 percent. For a small network team, the value comes from giving people additional capacity without asking them to monitor every device or event manually. We also discuss why AI capabilities work better when embedded within normal business systems rather than added as another standalone tool. If an AI service remains outside the daily workflow, employees must move between platforms, transfer information and interpret the result themselves. Integrated AI can monitor the network, identify anomalies, recommend action and automate routine work within the environment where the team already operates. Monica also warns that the quality of AI depends heavily on its data. Before investing in another model or application, businesses need accurate, current and well-managed information. They must also examine whether their network has the capacity to support additional workloads and whether employees understand how to use AI responsibly. If executives expect AI results within weeks, are businesses selecting the right use cases, or simply imposing unrealistic deadlines on complicated technology programs? Listen to the episode and share your thoughts with me.

Ever wondered why some brands earn attention while others get overlooked?  In this episode of the DMI podcast, host Will Francis speaks with entrepreneur Ernest Cantillon about what it really takes to build brands people remember.  Ernest is co-founder of Black Emerald Irish Whiskey, COO of LYQD - a digital exchange for whiskey casks, and owns the pub Sober Lane in Cork, Ireland. Drawing on his experience across hospitality, food and drink, and e-commerce, Ernest shares the lessons he's learned from building businesses and taking risks in competitive markets. This conversation explores the ideas and experiences that have shaped Ernest's approach to building lasting attention.  Ernest's top 3 tips: Don't take your brand too seriously: authenticity resonates far more than trying to appear perfect Ship your ideas: getting good work into the world beats endlessly chasing perfection Focus on creating experiences people genuinely want to share: great products and happy customers are your best marketing  The Ahead of the Game podcast is brought to you by the Digital Marketing Institute and is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all other podcast platforms. And if you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review so others can find us. If you have other feedback or would like to be a guest on the show, email the podcast team!  Timestamps: 0:00:00 – Why attention is every business's biggest challenge 0:01:12 – Building customer loyalty with email marketing 0:03:05 – Why WhatsApp Business is worth watching 0:05:00 – How hospitality marketing has changed 0:06:28 – Creating content people actually enjoy 0:07:45 – Building a brand through culture and community 0:08:57 – LinkedIn as a networking and personal branding tool 0:09:52 – Marketing products that require education 0:11:10 – Why in-person events still matter 0:12:16 – When unexpected content creates opportunities 0:13:35 – Experimentation, failure, and learning in business 0:14:00 – The restaurant pivot that didn't work 0:16:38 – Why failure is still worth it 0:18:54 – Personal branding as a founder 0:20:09 – Growing beyond founder-led businesses 0:21:51 – Looking after existing customers first 0:23:15 – Why the product is the marketing 0:25:16 – Positioning a premium whiskey brand 0:27:23 – Adapting marketing for international audiences 0:29:43 – When attention doesn't translate into sales 0:31:05 – Why consistent marketing beats viral moments 0:31:48 – User-generated content and simple marketing ideas 0:32:16 – Turning your product into your marketing 0:33:49 – The messy middle between awareness and purchase 0:34:18 – How AI is changing marketing workflows 0:35:53 – Why AI helps marketers do more, not less 0:37:48 – Ernest's top tips for building awareness

Lawfare Senior Editor Renée DiResta sits down with Senior Editor Kate Klonick and Elissa Redmiles, an assistant professor of computer science at Georgetown University. They examine the people who create AI-generated sexual content and whether prominent technical proposals can actually prevent AI systems from generating exploitative content.For further reading:Jaron Mink, Lucy Qin, and Elissa M. Redmiles, “‘Unlimited Realm of Exploration and Experimentation': Methods and Motivations of AI-Generated Sexual Content Creators”, FAccT '26: The 2026 ACM Conference on Fairness, Accountability, and Transparency (June 2026)Renée DiResta and Berin Szóka, “Grok, ‘Censorship,' & the Collapse of Accountability,” Lawfare (January 2026)Lucy Qin, Sharon Wang, Yigit Aydinalp, Marin Scarlett, and Elissa M. Redmiles, "'Did They F***ing Consent to That?': Safer Digital Intimacy via Proactive Protection Against Image-Based Sexual Abuse," USENIX (August 2024)Safe Digital Intimacy.orgPlease note that this podcast discusses sexual violence and the harms of image-based sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Le suivi des prestations reste un défi quotidien pour de nombreux acteurs de l'immobilier. Maintenance, nettoyage, vérifications réglementaires... comment disposer d'une information fiable, exploitable et utile à la décision ? C'est la question à laquelle répond Scoob, start-up de la promotion Maille'Immo 2026. À l'occasion d'une interview réalisée par Corentin Brabant sur radio.immo, Hugues Marchal, cofondateur de Scoob, revient sur la naissance de cette solution de traçabilité imaginée à partir d'un constat simple : le manque de visibilité sur la réalisation effective des prestations terrain. Au fil de l'échange, il partage : - l'histoire de la création de Scoob ; - les retours d'expérience qui ont permis de construire la solution avec les utilisateurs du terrain ; - la vision portée par l'équipe pour faciliter le suivi des interventions et la preuve de service ; - les perspectives de développement de la solution au-delà du nettoyage vers les métiers de la maintenance et de l'exploitation immobilière. Au sein de Maille'Immo, nos partenaires Magellan, Twenty Campus, SERGIC BATISANTÉ et Logista Hometech explorent comment cette solution peut contribuer à : - améliorer le pilotage des prestations ; - faciliter le suivi des interventions techniques ; - fiabiliser les données terrain ; - renforcer la qualité de service apportée aux clients et aux occupants. Parce que l'innovation ne consiste pas uniquement à développer de nouvelles technologies. Elle consiste aussi à apporter des réponses simples à des problématiques concrètes rencontrées chaque jour par les professionnels de l'immobilier. Merci à Hugues Marchal pour ce partage d'expérience et à l'ensemble des partenaires engagés dans ce POC. Site internet : https://scoob.fr/

Le suivi des prestations reste un défi quotidien pour de nombreux acteurs de l'immobilier. Maintenance, nettoyage, vérifications réglementaires... comment disposer d'une information fiable, exploitable et utile à la décision ? C'est la question à laquelle répond Scoob, start-up de la promotion Maille'Immo 2026. À l'occasion d'une interview réalisée par Corentin Brabant sur radio.immo, Hugues Marchal, cofondateur de Scoob, revient sur la naissance de cette solution de traçabilité imaginée à partir d'un constat simple : le manque de visibilité sur la réalisation effective des prestations terrain. Au fil de l'échange, il partage : - l'histoire de la création de Scoob ; - les retours d'expérience qui ont permis de construire la solution avec les utilisateurs du terrain ; - la vision portée par l'équipe pour faciliter le suivi des interventions et la preuve de service ; - les perspectives de développement de la solution au-delà du nettoyage vers les métiers de la maintenance et de l'exploitation immobilière. Au sein de Maille'Immo, nos partenaires Magellan, Twenty Campus, SERGIC BATISANTÉ et Logista Hometech explorent comment cette solution peut contribuer à : - améliorer le pilotage des prestations ; - faciliter le suivi des interventions techniques ; - fiabiliser les données terrain ; - renforcer la qualité de service apportée aux clients et aux occupants. Parce que l'innovation ne consiste pas uniquement à développer de nouvelles technologies. Elle consiste aussi à apporter des réponses simples à des problématiques concrètes rencontrées chaque jour par les professionnels de l'immobilier. Merci à Hugues Marchal pour ce partage d'expérience et à l'ensemble des partenaires engagés dans ce POC. Site internet : https://scoob.fr/

Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets Chairwoman Anna Paulina Luna called a hearing on “Mind Control and Accountability: Uncovering the Truth of the CIA's MKULTRA Experiments.” During the hearing, members examined the history and timeline of the Central Intelligence Agency's (CIA) MKULTRA project and its original classification and how the project meets the CIA's obligation to protect the United States. It wasn't a question of whether or not the program existed, that had been settled. What came in question was the accountability of the agency, the extent of the experimentation, and questions as to if the program actually stopped.Watch the hearingThe government document on the hearing.

In this special Inspire Alter everything episode, we unlock the secrets of building trustworthy AI to drive real impact. In a world flooded with flashy demos, it's important to understand what separates those leading the pack from those chasing trends. This episode reveals how top executive leaders are transforming AI from experimental pilot projects into reliable business engines that truly serve customers.Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everythingEpisode Chapters0:00 AI Beyond the Demo1:18 Ben Canning: Building AI People Can Trust2:36 Hands-On Product Leadership3:26 Leading Teams Through AI Change7:01 Turning AI Experiments Into Practice10:51 The Future of AI Interfaces12:32 Michelle Huff: AI in Marketing15:32 Experimentation and Business Value18:40 The AI "Aha" Moment21:12 Derek Bates: AI in Sales24:26 AI as a Sales Advantage27:18 Alteryx One and MCP30:34 Closing Thoughts

Sarnjit believes great organisations are built on cultures that genuinely care. At Cox Automotive, she shares how psychological safety, active listening and continuous feedback create environments where people can thrive. For Sarnjit, HR isn't simply responsible for culture – every interaction is an opportunity to shape it.  As AI changes the way work gets done, Sarnjit sees technology as a tool to enhance, not replace, human judgement. Drawing on examples from Cox Automotive, she explains why HR leaders must stay deeply connected to the business they support, understanding how work really happens so people strategy creates lasting commercial value.  Growing up with immigrant parents, inclusion has always been personal to Sarnjit. She reflects on how her Sikh heritage has shaped her leadership, and shares Cox Automotive's work to embed inclusion across the organisation, for example to increase female representation. Throughout the conversation, one idea comes through consistently: stay curious, keep learning, and never stop looking beyond your own role. How HR Leaders Change the World Live! 11th November 2026 – London Book your Early Bird ticket now! 150 of the best HR leaders in one room! Join the annual gathering of bold, forward-thinking HR leaders who believe people strategy shapes the future of business - and the world beyond. ·      Hear stories from pioneering CHROs, be part of hands-on workshops and work with a community of peers who get it; you'll leave with actions, as well as inspiration.  ·      Expectr real conversations on building cultures that perform under pressure, rethinking productivity in the age of AI, and designing organisations that are genuinely human. ·     This year's sessions include The Agility Lab: Reimagining High-Performance Culture through Experimentation, and speakers include CPOs from easyJet, Edelman, Havas, Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Lloyds of London and PepsiCo Europe. Plus, this year's grande finale keyonte is the extraordinary Livia Firth! Her session titled: Stop Eating at Your Desk, and Other Stories to Fall in Love with Change, will bring an inspiring and very human lens to transformation. And who's not talking about transformation right now?! Here's what attendees have said on previous years: ·     "Game changing ideas on how we shape the future of work" Dannii Portsmouth, CPO, PepsiCo Europe ·      "Brim full of ideas and inspiration" Emma Norton, People Policy & Risk, Bupa ·      "Absolutely inspired is how I feel!"  Natalia Wallenberg, CHRO, Ahold Delhaize And as always, every penny of profit empowers vulnerable children to be safe, loved and learning, so your ticket is creating positive change from the go! Places are limited, the early bird closes 17th July It's energising. It's practical. And it's a reminder that HR holds extraordinary influence. If you care about the future of work, and the role you play in shaping it, this is your room. You can book your Early Bird here: https://www.upliftingpeople.com/pages/how-hr-leaders-change-the-world-live-2026 See you there!    

In this episode, Michael sits down with Shamir Duversau to unpack what most organizations are getting wrong about AI adoption and digital transformation. Shamir brings over 16 years of experience leading a technical marketing agency and shares insights from her career journey through major brands like Southwest Airlines, The Walt Disney Company, and Marriott International. The conversation cuts through the hype around AI and focuses on what actually drives results: clarity, structure, and disciplined execution.

What happens when leaders can no longer offer certainty? Many professionals I speak to are navigating continuous waves of change with organisational restructures, constantly shifting priorities, AI changing ways of working, economic uncertainty and changing customer expectations all part of everyday working life. For many, it feels less like steering towards a destination on the high waves, constantly adjusting course, with no chance of calm seas. In this podcast episode, I explore one of the biggest questions that I hear emerging: how do leaders create certainty for their teams when nobody can confidently predict what comes next? As teams adapt to permanent change, leadership itself is changing too. The old expectation that leaders should always have the answers is not realistic.  Drawing on reflections from the recent CIPD Festival of Work conference, conversations with senior leaders and my own coaching work, I explore why your clarity has become one of the most important leadership skills in uncertain times. What you will learn in this episode: Why uncertainty means leaders have to be like Wimbledon tennis players  The difference between creating certainty and creating clarity How leaders can communicate direction honestly, while acknowledging what is still unknown Experimentation - a more effective leadership mindset than forecasting  The importance of alignment, communication consistency and transparency when priorities are changing What your team need most from you The questions you can answer to create clarity How the 4 Pillars of Global Leader Communication can help you through uncertainty  How can you create greater clarity for your team this week? Resources: Learn more about and buy Victoria's book, Become a Global Leader: https://culturecuppa.com/book/ Follow Victoria on LinkedIn for more leadership communication, confidence and Cultural Intelligence insights: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-rennoldson Talk to Victoria about leadership coaching: https://culturecuppa.com/contact/

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Cannabis tissue culture, plant genetics, micropropagation, and pathogen testing are transforming modern cultivation. In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk is joined by Dr. Nathan Johnson, President & CEO of Verne Bio, for a fascinating deep dive into one of the most powerful—and misunderstood—tools in cannabis cultivation. Together they explore how tissue culture is helping preserve elite cannabis genetics, eliminate plant pathogens, improve cultivation consistency, and solve some of the industry's biggest challenges. Drawing from Dr. Johnson's extensive background in molecular biology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and plant science, the conversation breaks down how tissue culture works, why it's becoming essential for commercial cultivation, and what growers should know before adopting it. The discussion also examines cannabis testing, microbial contamination, remediation methods, irradiation, and the science behind maintaining healthy plants without sacrificing quality. They unpack how beneficial microbes interact with cannabis, why current testing regulations remain controversial, and the differences between qPCR, culture-based testing, sequencing, and pathogen detection. The episode also explores THC testing variability, why cannabinoid percentages aren't always the best indicator of quality, and how cultivation practices influence the chemistry consumers ultimately experience. Whether you're a home grower, commercial cultivator, cannabis scientist, breeder, laboratory professional, or simply curious about the future of cannabis science, this episode is packed with practical insights and evidence-based discussion. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and Topic Setup 01:00 Nathan's Background and Mission 01:59 Why Mother Plants Decline 03:28 Tissue Culture Origins and Bananas 04:39 Media and Hormones Explained 06:03 Meristem vs Node Methods 07:11 Sterile Lab and Decontamination 09:09 Strain Specific Recipes 12:32 Cleaning Pathogens and Viroids 13:31 Hop Latent Viroid Reality Check 15:57 Biobanking and Longevity 18:32 Gen Zero Vigor Strategy 19:46 Rooting and Hardening Off 22:01 Reintroducing Beneficial Microbes 24:24 Does Tissue Culture Change Chemistry 26:35 Experimentation and In House Testing 28:19 What Verne Bio Actually Does 30:06 Batch Size Reality Check 30:20 Solving Contamination Mysteries 31:07 Why SOPs Matter 32:32 Massachusetts Testing Spotlight 35:18 Setting Safety Thresholds 36:07 Microbial Tests Explained 39:03 Remediation Risks 40:00 Irradiation Tradeoffs 44:16 Sequencing Path to Pass 48:32 qPCR vs Culture Methods 52:42 Sampling Variance Shock 54:39 Rethinking THC Reporting 57:09 Where to Find VernBio 57:54 Final Thanks and Wrap Connect with Dr. Nathan Johnson

In this talk, Ivan, Senior Engineering Manager at Personio, shares his deep expertise in the data and software space from his early days building traditional NLP systems and massive ETL pipelines to his current leadership role in Identity and Access Management (IAM). We explore the rapid evolution of Generative AI, the reality of managing AI agents in production, and the emerging field of context engineering to optimize developer workflows.You'll learn about:- The buy vs. build dilemma for AI infrastructure and local LLMs.- How AI agents are shifting workloads and evolving code reviews.- Why AI is currently better at fixing tech debt than building from scratch.- Measuring the ROI of AI integration using DORA metrics and cycle times.- Strategies to manage vendor lock-in and minimize AI provider dependency.- Using "context engineering" and specification-driven development to maximize LLM quality.- Why hiring junior engineers is still essential and how AI accelerates their onboarding.TIMECODES:00:00 Career Journey in Data Science and NLP07:37 Industry Adoption of Generative AI and Agents11:45 Buy vs Build Dilemma for AI Infrastructure15:46 AI Capability Limits in Fixing Tech Debt19:32 Developer Workloads and AI Code Contributions24:49 Experimentation with Open Source AI Agent Architectures30:06 Measuring ROI and Business Value of AI Integration35:10 Tracking AI Impact Using DORA Metrics39:51 Impact of AI Code Generation on CI/CD System Reliability43:00 Best Practices for Team AI Tool Adoption48:20 Managing Vendor Lock-In Risks with AI Providers51:27 Importance of Hiring Junior Software Engineers56:28 Accelerated Junior Developer Onboarding with AI Assistants01:00:12 Specification-Driven Development and Context EngineeringThis talk is perfect for software engineers, engineering managers, and technical leaders looking to practically integrate AI tools into their teams without sacrificing code quality or system reliability. It is especially valuable for tech professionals navigating the complexities of AI adoption, CI/CD pipeline management, and organizational scaling in the GenAI era.Connect with DataTalks.Club:- Join the community - https://datatalks.club/slack.html- Subscribe to our Google calendar to have all our events in your calendar - https://calendar.google.com/calendar/r?cid=ZjhxaWRqbnEwamhzY3A4ODA5azFlZ2hzNjBAZ3JvdXAuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ- Check other upcoming events - https://lu.ma/dtc-events- GitHub: https://github.com/DataTalksClub- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/datatalks-club/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/DataTalksClub - Website - https://datatalks.club/ Connect with Ivan:- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivan-bilan/ - Twitter - https://x.com/demiourgosua - Github - https://github.com/ivan-bilan - Website - https://github.com/ivan-bilan

As use of artificial intelligence increasingly becomes foundational for lawyers' daily operations and processes, FY2026–27 presents a "fantastic opportunity" to deliver legal services in exciting and innovative ways. In this episode of LawTech Talks, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Harvey's country manager in Australia and New Zealand, Ashleigh Whittaker, about what we learnt about AI adoption in law in FY2025–26, what it means for the new financial year, whether the 2026 calendar year is living up to predictions about being the year of agents, why AI use is more foundational than experimentational at this point, current market sentiment, the capabilities being built by Harvey for in-house teams, ensuring optimal ROI, and predictions for FY26–27.

Social media use trajectories and substance use experimentation: A prospective cohort study The American Journal of Psychiatry An analysis of data from more than 7,000 adolescents over 5 years found significant associations between rising social media use trajectories and substance use. Four distinct social media use trajectories were identified, with greater social media use over time throughout early adolescence being proportionally associated with an elevated likelihood of substance use.   Read this issue of the ASAM Weekly Subscribe to the ASAM Weekly Visit ASAM

Joe Ours talks about what it actually takes to move from experimentation to enterprise-wide impact. Joe is Director of AI Solutions at Centric Consulting where he helps organizations move beyond AI experimentation and into real-world deployment at scale. He works with clients across industries to identify high-impact use cases, implement AI solutions, and drive the organizational change needed to make adoption stick. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationIn this episode of The Mailbox Money Show, host Bronson Hill and co-host Nate Hambrick welcome business strategist Carl J. Cox for a powerful discussion on "The Difference Between a Business and a Very Expensive Job."Carl shares practical insights from scaling multiple companies, revealing how to start and grow a real business instead of just creating more work for yourself. Topics include side hustles for safety, leveraging transferable skills, building genuine value with strong margins and cash flow, calculated risk-taking, buying existing businesses, and treating strategic plans as hypotheses to test.About the Guest:Carl J. Cox is a business strategist, entrepreneur, and CEO of 40 Strategy and 40 Accounting. With extensive experience scaling companies across industries, he is the creator of the Captain Method and author of Lost at CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Strategy. He helps leaders build sustainable, high-performing businesses through strategic planning, succession, and execution.Packed with actionable advice for aspiring and current business owners, this episode will help you shift from trading time for money to creating real freedom and wealth.TIMESTAMPS00:40 - Welcome to the Mailbox Money Show!01:12 - Statistics on Business Success Rates01:51 - Guest Intro: Carl J. Cox02:25 - Avoiding Starting a Business That Becomes Just Another Job04:19 - Side Hustles and Leveraging Experience05:56 - Baby Steps for Finding and Starting the Right Business08:24 - Adjacent Industries and Calculated Risk-Taking10:09 - Staying Sharp Through Continuous Learning12:13 - Building Profitable Business Models and Saying No14:55 - The Role of Experimentation and Testing Ideas21:31 - Funding, Cash Flow, and Avoiding Growing Broke26:32 - Buying Existing Businesses from Retiring Boomers29:59 - Key Takeaways and Closing Remarks31:39 - How to Connect with Carl J. CoxCONNECT WITH THE GUESTWebsite: 40strategy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/40strategy/Carl's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carljcox/Podcast: Measure Success PodcastBook: Lost At CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide To Strategy (Amazon)Get the book for FREE: carljcox@40strategy.com#BusinessMindset#Entrepreneurship#SideHustle#BuildABusiness#CashFlow#StrategicPlanning#ScaleYourBusiness

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik is joined by Dr. Heather Howard to discuss the realities of sexual adjustment as we age or experience health changes. They explore how bodies and desires can shift over time, strategies for reconnecting with partners, and practical tools like ergonomics for intimacy with chronic pain. Listeners will gain insights into setting realistic expectations, communicating needs, and adapting to new sexual normals for healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Sex and aging adjustments00:49 Reconnecting with your body01:42 Experimentation and pleasure03:31 Effort and evolving intimacy04:09 Rethinking sexual goals06:05 Communicating shifting needs10:15 Approaching difficult conversations13:32 Personal health journey23:25 Research and motivation in care Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#227: After more than seven years and over 200 episodes, this is the final episode of Change Work Life, at least for now. Jeremy reflects on why he started the podcast, what it became, and how he came to the decision to bring it to a close.What you'll learn[01:02] The reflection exercise Jeremy used at the start of the year and why it had such an impact.[02:14] Why Jeremy originally started the podcast and the business idea behind it.[03:15] Why building a commercially successful podcast is far harder than most people realise.[04:30] How the podcast became an unexpected networking and relationship-building tool.[05:35] Why interviewing guests helped Jeremy realise coaching was a good fit for him.[06:45] The difficulty of knowing what impact your work is really having on people.[08:00] Why the podcast no longer felt aligned with Jeremy's coaching and business direction.[09:20] How Jeremy realised he loved the conversations but not the machinery around them.[10:48] How using AI and voice mode created structured space for honest reflection.[12:15] Why reflection often confirms things you already know deep down.[13:05] The idea of “testing a hypothesis” and knowing when an experiment has run its course.[14:30] Why worthwhile projects don't necessarily need to last forever.[16:15] Why giving yourself permission to reflect honestly can be so valuable.[17:05] What Jeremy is taking away from more than seven years of Change Work Life.Resources mentioned in this episodePlease note that some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase.  This helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you.Unscripted, MJ DeMarcoEpisode 178: How to keep mentally fit, move from surviving to thriving and avoid burnout - with Al and Leanne Elliott of Truth, Lies and Workplace CultureEpisode 200: One year in: lessons from my first year as a full-time coach - with Jeremy Cline of Change Work Life and Al Elliott of The Truth, Lies and Work PodcastSmart Passive Income Podcast Episode 907: Six Steps to Make 2026 Your Best Year YetClaude.aiEpisode 226: Saying yes and saying no: the power of permission - with Jillian ReillyFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/reflection-experimentation-and-knowing-when-to-move-on/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

Joddy Pettit is a bowyer in Colorado with 30 years of experience. Through his company, Meadowlark Adventure Gear, he sells traditional bows and bow making supplies. He is the author of the Building the Bamboo-Backed Reflex/Deflex Bow, and the creator of extensive bow building content on YouTube.Please enjoy this episode of Project Quiver on Salish Wolf with Joddy Pettit.          Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/meadowlarkbows/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNdYge5ocCvElEVheCn7eoQhttps://www.facebook.com/meadowlarkbows/https://meadowlarkag.com/Project Quiver at Anchor Point ExpeditionsSummary:In this episode, Joddy Pettit shares his 30-year journey in bow making, from primitive self bows to advanced composite designs, and discusses his innovative techniques like peri-reflex bows and bamboo lamination. Discover practical insights, his process for teaching, and his plans for future projects in the art of bow crafting.Show Notes:Joddy Pettit's 30-year bow making journeyPeri-reflex bow design and lamination techniquesUse of bamboo in bow constructionExperimentation with bow shapes and materialsTeaching and sharing bow making knowledgeChallenges in bow making and material sourcingFuture projects and online coaching plansChapters:00:00 Introduction to Joddy Pettit and His Craft04:29 The Journey into Bow Making07:23 Diverse Bow Making Techniques10:26 The Science of Bamboo in Bow Making13:17 Exploring Perireflex Bow Design16:20 The Art of Bow Performance and Safety19:31 The Role of Social Media in Bow Making22:30 Teaching and Sharing Knowledge25:13 The Process of Writing a Bow Making Book41:00 Collaborations and Influences in Bow Making42:30 Exploring Materials: Bamboo and Beyond45:57 Experimentation with Bow Design49:21 The Art of Primitive Bow Building51:37 Learning from Experience: The Journey of a Bowyer54:01 The Impact of Environment on Bow Making56:16 Future Aspirations and Teaching Bow Building59:04 Community and Connections in Bow Making01:01:29 The Artistic Side of Bow Making01:02:57 The Story Behind Metal Arc01:03:44 Looking Ahead: New Projects and Content

All individuals matter; you're more empowered than you think; an old way of being is no longer viable; the bravery to try new things - that's the territory we're in. It's an "up and out" pocket. Hold the note of seeking out beauty, harmony, flow, and belonging so that you're energy isn't hijacked by turbulence in the coming weeks.

Why the best leaders treat uncertainty as a chance to learn, not a failure to avoid.Most companies are built to grow. Far fewer are built to stay true to their purpose as they do.Eric Ries is an entrepreneur, creator of the Lean Startup movement, and author of Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad and How Great Companies Stay Great. For Ries, innovation starts with a simple reality: nobody can predict the future. “If you're going to do something fundamentally new,” he says, “how are we supposed to forecast” what success will look like? Instead of relying on certainty, leaders should focus on learning. “If you cannot fail, you cannot learn.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Ries and host Matt Abrahams explore how leaders can communicate through uncertainty, turn setbacks into valuable insights, and build cultures rooted in trust. From the power of the build-measure-learn feedback loop to the importance of making “deposits” in a company's culture bank, Ries shares practical strategies for creating organizations that innovate, adapt, and stay true to their values as they grow.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Eric RiesEric's Book: IncorruptibleEp.56 Lean Messaging: How Simple Messages Really StickEp.54 Leadership and Ethics: How to Communicate Your Core Values  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:21) - Lean Startup Fundamentals (04:03) - Business Plans vs. Reality (06:31) - Learning from Failure (08:11) - Why Companies Go Bad (10:49) - The Culture Bank (13:51) - The Final Three Questions (22:05) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.comJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

In this conversation featuring Travis and producer Eric, the discussion centers on personal branding, audience building, content creation, and the power of documenting your journey. Drawing from their own experiences growing podcasts, social media accounts, and upcoming projects, they explore why creators, entrepreneurs, and business owners should start building attention long before they have something to sell. From launching new accounts from scratch to documenting the process behind a book or business, this episode is packed with practical insights for anyone looking to grow an audience in today's digital landscape. On this episode we talk about: Why building a personal brand can create opportunities beyond your primary business or project The benefits of starting new social media accounts from scratch to test ideas and audiences How documenting the creation process can build trust and anticipation with your audience Why losing followers can actually improve engagement and long-term growth The importance of experimenting with content formats, hooks, and messaging Top 3 Takeaways Build the audience before the product is ready. The most successful launches often happen because attention and trust were established long before the product became available. Documenting creates authenticity. Showing the process behind a project helps people feel invested in the journey and proves the work behind the finished product. Experimentation is the fastest path to growth. Testing new accounts, different hooks, and multiple versions of the same message can reveal what truly resonates with an audience. Notable Quotes "Build the audience around the thing that you know is coming." "Documenting is almost the proof—the certificate of authenticity." "If you're not sure where to post it, start a new account from scratch and see what happens." Connect with Travis Chappell: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Website: https://travischappell.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ITB hosts Adam Caplan and Geoff Mosher go further inside what they learned from the first OTA and how they decipher what is real vs. what is experimentation and rotation.They also discuss the upcoming June 1 deadline and what that means for an A.J. Brown trade.► Subscribe to our Patreon Channel for exclusive information not seen or heard anywhere else and become among smartest Birds fans out there (just ask our members!!) + get all of our shows commercial free and a lot more!!:https://www.patreon.com/insidethebirds►Support our sponsors!!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/►Eagles Fan Travel: Visit philadelphiaeagles.com/travelFollow the Hosts!► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsideBirds► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffpmosher► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannflNFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.► Sign up for our newsletter! • Visit http://eepurl.com/hZU4_n.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.