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Send us Fan MailShe earns seven figures. And she's living paycheck to paycheck.If that sentence made you exhale, this episode is for you. Dr. Latifat is talking about the thing nobody in the physician space wants to say out loud: high income does not automatically mean wealth. And the silence around it is making everything worse.This is the episode that will liberate somebody today.In this episode:Why the bigger the applause, the bigger the shame for high-earning physicians who feel brokeThe hidden cycle: avoidance → more work → more spending → more broke Problem #1: You've been prioritizing short-term comfort over the life you actually want Problem #2: Financial parasites, who they are, what they're doing to your money, and why Dr. Latifat is naming them Problem #3: Being a first-generation high income earner with nobody to show you the moves The difference between delegating and abdicating and why one of them is destroying you Dr. L's story: from "I don't know where my money goes" to launching her own practice in one year"You are not the fake version of you. You are meant to be the real version, free, at peace, and able to trust yourself."If you're tired of feeling like medicine is something you have to keep doing instead of something you get to choose, this workshop is for you.Join us to learn how busy women physicians are creating financial freedom, building real options, and designing lives they do not need to escape from without waiting for traditional retirement.

Benjamin L. Carp describes the fierce information war that followed the fire as both sides vied for public and international opinion. Figures like Benjamin Franklin and Robert Morris worked to protect the American reputation by insisting the fire was accidental. Conversely, the British used local newspapers to brand the rebels as arsonists and criminals. Curiously, formal correspondence between Generals Washington and Howe largely avoided the topic of the fire. This silence may reflect a "gentlemanly" code of the era, where neither commander wished to level such grave accusations without irrefutable proof, despite the ongoing propaganda battle. (6)1776

(2:00) Website formula for player salary valuations is worth talking about but not iron clad accurate (13:00) Baseball makes a pair of sizable moves (25:00) Link swing the pendulum too far? (29:00) Lonni Alameda nabs a softball slugger (35:00) New York Knicks defied convention, win a title...anything FSU can learn from? (49:00) Shoutouts and  On3ACC projection Music: Fetty Wap - With It Or What Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/square.com/go/warchant! #squarepod Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to the full episode Influential right-wing pundit turned celebrity conspiracy-peddler, Candace Owens, just visited Russia for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. While at “Russia's Davos” she marvelled at the cleanliness and beauty of Moscow, explained that Americans were never given any real reason why Putin invading Ukraine was bad, and deflected questions about her potential presidential run. She's not alone. MAGA has increasingly found a warm place in its heart for Vladimir Putin and other strongman dictator-types (like Viktor Orban). Owens rubbed shoulders with accused sex traffickers, the Tate Brothers, fake martial artist and aging film star, Steven Segall, Trump's head of the Commission of Fine Arts, and representatives of the Taliban, North Korea, Iran, and China. In this reimagining of Russia—the same “evil empire” of GOP patron saint, Ronald Reagan—the post-Soviet dictatorship is poo-pooed as a danger to European democracies by a growing cadre on the right. Figures like Owens, Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Tim Pool, Nick Fuentes, and Marjorie Taylor Green all oppose US support for Ukraine and involvement in the war in Iran. In another interesting turn, they now also all oppose US support for Israel—which makes for some strange diagonalist bedfellows with certain figures on the left, like Hasan Piker.  Julian unpacks this story. Stay tuned for claims that Carlson and Green have been less harmful to Gaza than Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, as well as for erstwhile left-wing pundit Ana Kasparian's come-to-Jesus moment on Owens' show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(2:00) Website formula for player salary valuations is worth talking about but not iron clad accurate (13:00) Baseball makes a pair of sizable moves (25:00) Link swing the pendulum too far? (29:00) Lonni Alameda nabs a softball slugger (35:00) New York Knicks defied convention, win a title...anything FSU can learn from? (49:00) Shoutouts and  On3ACC projection Music: Fetty Wap - With It Or What Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/square.com/go/warchant! #squarepod Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

308 - From 52 Houses to Fund Manager: How Tom St. John Built a Portfolio Powered by Discipline, Loss, and Unshakeable Due Diligence What happens when a single telescope changes everything? For Tom St. John, watching his father retire after 32 years at a power plant with nothing but a telescope as a gift was the moment that cracked his world open. That telescope became a symbol of what following the rules without building real assets actually gets you. Tom made a vow to find another way, and what followed was a decades-long journey through single-family rentals, multifamily acquisitions, devastating loss, and hard-won wisdom that now fuels NorthCorp Capital, his private capital allocator and fund management firm based in Toledo, Ohio. Tom's story is not a highlight reel. He built a portfolio of 52 single-family homes, auctioned off nine of them at minimum bids just to scrape together a down payment on his first multifamily deal, and then lost his brother and maintenance manager in a tragic car accident that forced him to run everything alone for six years. He later lost six figures as a limited partner by trusting the wrong operator, and that painful lesson transformed him into one of the sharpest due diligence practitioners in the private markets space. Today, Tom vets operators for a living, manages funds across multifamily, real estate debt, and private credit, and delivers annualized returns of 12% to accredited investors who want the economic benefits of real estate without the operational headaches. If you are a real estate investor wondering whether to stay in the grind of active operations or start thinking about passive investing and private alternatives, this episode will shift how you see both. Tom breaks down exactly how he stress-tests deals, what operator red flags look like in the wild, how to increase net operating income by improving tenant experience, and why significance matters more to him than success. Whether you are just starting out or ready to level up into multifamily or fund investing, you will walk away with a smarter framework and a deeper sense of what building a lasting portfolio actually requires. 5 Powerful Takeaways Auctioning nine houses to fund his first multifamily deal taught Tom that letting go of smaller assets strategically is often the fastest path to real scale, and that conviction in the right next move matters more than comfort. After losing six figures to the wrong operator, Tom learned to invest in people first and deals second, focusing on track record through difficult markets, conservative underwriting, and whether operators earn based on performance rather than fees. Increasing net operating income does not start with jacking up rents. It starts with building community, improving tenant experience, and making residents want to stay, because one lease renewal is worth far more than a $100 rent bump. High-pressure sales tactics from operators ("We're 85% subscribed, invest now!") are a major red flag that signals someone is in the business of raising money, not managing property. Tom's shift from pursuing growth and net worth to pursuing income replacement and significance is a mindset upgrade that every investor scaling toward time freedom needs to hear. About the Guest Tom St. John is the founder of NorthCorp Capital LLC, a private capital allocator and fund management firm based in Toledo, Ohio, with over 20 years of experience in real estate and private markets. Tom began his real estate journey in 2005 after watching his father retire from 32 years at a power plant with almost nothing to show for it, which set him on a relentless path toward financial independence. He built a 52-unit single-family portfolio, transitioned into multifamily, and navigated serious personal losses including the death of his brother and a six-figure loss as a limited partner, each of which sharpened his operational and due diligence skills. Today Tom manages funds across multifamily syndications, real estate debt, and private credit, helping accredited investors access vetted operators and stable income streams. He is known for his thorough stress-testing of deals, his deep operator relationships, and his conviction that significance is a more meaningful measure of success than net worth. 00:00 REIGN Podcast Intro 00:53 BRRRR Method Breakdown 02:51 Meet Tom St John 04:41 Telescope Turning Point 07:32 Learning Through Books 09:26 First Rental Deal 10:05 Scaling Single Family Ops 12:40 Auction to Go Multifamily 14:21 Why Multifamily Scales 16:52 From Operator to Investor 18:09 Boosting NOI With Amenities 21:19 Vetting Operators as LP 23:41 Losing His Brother and Rebuilding 26:29 Vetting Operators 27:57 Underwriting Stress Tests 29:16 Red Flags and Trust 31:04 NorthCorp Capital Today 34:13 Fund Structure Explained 35:38 Podcast and Guests 38:06 Badass Framework 38:12 Books and Advice 41:21 Drive Goals Systems 44:58 Significance and Wrap Up   Resources & Websites Mentioned NorthCorp Capital: https://northcorpcapital.com Tom St. John on LinkedIn: search Thomas St. John Book recommendation: "Parable of the Pipeline" by Burke Hedges Book mentioned: "Who Not How" Book mentioned: "Buy Back Your Time" by Dan Martell Book mentioned: "Rich Dad Poor Dad" TriVest (investor portal and fund administration platform) To learn more about Jen Josey, visit https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ To join REIGN, visit https://www.reignmastermind.com/ Stuff Jen Josey Loves: https://www.reignmastermind.com/resources Buy Jen Josey's Book: From Beginner to Badass: https://a.co/d/bstKlby New episodes drop every Monday Morning at 6am EST. 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If your pension is approaching or has passed €2 million, the question is no longer just how to grow it, it's how to generate income without handing a significant portion to Revenue unnecessarily. The Standard Fund Threshold in Ireland rose to €2.2 million in January 2026, and the decisions you make in the next few years will determine how much of that headroom you actually use. In this episode, Paddy covers the income strategies that matter most at the SFT level. If your pension is approaching €1.5 million or more, this episode is for you. • Why timing your Benefit Crystallisation Events can shelter up to €500,000 from Chargeable Excess Tax • How the lump sum offset mechanism reduces your CET exposure — and what the effective SFT really is in 2026 • What the imputed distribution rules mean when your ARF exceeds €2 million • How to manage income through the standard rate tax band efficiently • Why spousal pension planning is one of the most underused strategies at this level  

Que transmettons-nous sans le savoir ?Dans cet épisode des Sens de la Danse, je reçois Joséphine Tilloy.Chorégraphe, interprète et fondatrice de la compagnie Vibrisses, elle explore à travers ses créations les liens entre mémoire, héritage, féminité et mouvement.Issue de quatre générations d'artistes, elle grandit entre la danse, la gymnastique, les arts plastiques et le théâtre avant de construire une écriture singulière à la croisée de la danse contemporaine, de la performance et de la transmission.Aujourd'hui, ses pièces interrogent les récits que les corps conservent, les normes qui les traversent et les traces invisibles laissées par celles et ceux qui nous ont précédés.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de son parcours, de son rapport à la création, du rire comme matière chorégraphique, de maternité, de mémoire familiale et de cette question qui traverse tout son travail : que gardent les corps des histoires qui les ont précédés ?Une conversation sensible autour de la danse comme archive vivante.

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Tonight we have terrifying alien grays, speedy entities, a death clock and so much more. Keep it spooky and enjoy!Season 21 Episode 10 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves.SHOW NOTES:Support the show! Get ad-free, extended & bonus episodes (and more) on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/monstersamonguspodcastTonight's Sponsor - Upwork - Hire high-quality freelance talent today, visit Upwork.com and post your job for free and connect with top talent ready to help your business grow.  Tonight's Sponsor - Lumi Gummies THC & CBD gummies - Feel good, not stoned. Get 30% off your order with code MAU at LumiGummies.comMAU Merch Shop - https://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/shopMAU Discord - https://discord.gg/ybjc9KUagYWatch FREE - Shadows in the Desert: High Strangeness in the Borrego Triangle  - https://www.borregotriangle.com/Monsters Among Us Junior on Apple Podcasts  - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/monsters-among-us-junior/id1764989478Monsters Among Us Junior on Spotify -https://open.spotify.com/show/1bh5mWa4lDSqeMMX1mYxDZ?si=9ec6f4f74d61498bMountain Home Air Force Base  - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mountain_Home_Air_Force_BaseShip Clock for sale - https://www.ebay.com/itm/192933253210Clock from Marie's story front - https://bit.ly/4al9QXeClock from Marie's story back - https://bit.ly/3QyRrQ0Clocks stopping at the time of death - https://forums.forteana.org/index.php?threads/clocks-stopping-at-the-time-of-death.67597/Stopping the clock for the deceased - https://mb.nawcc.org/threads/stopping-the-clock-for-the-deceased.65901/King Henry XIV story - https://archive.org/details/ripleysgiantbeli0000ripl/mode/2upThomas Edison Story - https://bit.ly/4fE9jmQGhosts of Shepardstown Clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqqEoUnB69MRougarou - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=794681231313969Stardust Ranch - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtbybpyL4goThe Ranch with a Serious Alien Problem - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7woRsx2RVY4 Music from tonight's episode:Music by Iron Cthulhu Apocalypse - https://www.youtube.com/c/IronCthulhuApocalypseCO.AG Music - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcavSftXHgxLBWwLDm_bNvAMusic By Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio - https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteBatAudioWhite Bat Audio Songs:Almost DawnSpacewave - GaiaEdge of SanityNebula

Send us Fan MailEver notice how the thing that helped you survive can quietly become the thing that keeps you disconnected?The armor. The independence. The belief that you have to carry it all yourself.In this conversation, Carol sits down with Lady Jen Du Plessis to explore what happens when high achievers stop proving, protecting, and performing... and start allowing themselves to be seen.Together, they unpack the hidden cost of self-reliance, why vulnerability feels so uncomfortable for successful people, and how our brains often confuse safety with staying hidden.Because what if the breakthrough isn't working harder?What if it's letting a little more light in?If you've ever struggled to receive support, trust others, or share the parts of your story you've worked hard to protect, this episode will speak directly to you.Where are you still wearing armor?And what might become possible if you simply started poking a few holes in it?The path from hustle to harmony doesn't begin with doing more.It begins with being seen.

 It is estimated that many SMEs here in Ireland are missing out on the opportunity to recoup up to 35% of their r&d spend through tax credits. Figures from 2023 show that only 19% of SMEs are claiming r&d tax credits. Tcm Funding Has Now Officially Launched In Ireland, Offering Specialist Support To Help Businesses Identify Whether They Qualify And Submit Robust, Compliant Claims. To help Us Unpack What This Means for Irish businesses, and if more businesses should consider Applying For r&d Tax Credits, Susan Hayes Culleton in for Joe, was joined by Bradley Chalmers, Group Managing Partner TCM Funding

Mary Kissel highlights a regional trend toward liberty and transparency in the Americas, citing recent elections in Peru, Chile, and Argentina. She credits voters for rejecting failed leftist policies and discusses figures like Nayib Bukele and Javier Milei, the latter implementing a conservative agenda that is successfully reducing soaring Argentine inflation. (6)1605 SAN SALVADOR

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Most course creators add more channels to scale. Anna Konchar did the opposite and now runs a 7-figure business on 2 days a week. Natalie sits down with Anna Konchar — the funnel strategist behind a 7-figure evergreen course business that runs on 2 days a week while she's home with her three kids. Anna shares the exact mechanics of the evergreen funnel + paid ads engine she's used for eight years, why she cut her podcast and YouTube last year to focus on ONE offer, and how she rebuilt after her payment processor shut down her account overnight. Expect specific numbers, uncomfortable honesty about AI in funnels, and a framework you can test against your own course business this quarter. If you've ever wondered how a course creator can scale to seven figures without launching live, this episode is the operating system. Time Stamps: 03:11 From laid-off to full-time entrepreneur in 30 minutes 07:33 The funnel that sells while she sleeps 16:55 When the offer stops converting, fix THIS first 21:30 The pricing test most course creators never run 24:00 The webinar mistake 99% of course creators make 32:13 The day her recurring revenue disappeared overnight 39:10 How a 7-figure founder preps for maternity leave Resources + Links Annakonchar.com/bossbabe Find Anna on IG: https://www.instagram.com/annakonchar/ Pre-Order The Freedom-Based Business Method. Sign Up For Our Free Weekly Newsletter & Get Insights From Natalie Every Single Week On All Things Strategy, Motherhood, Business Growth + More. Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We'll Send You Natalie's 7-Figure Operating System Completely FREE (value $1,997).

In the halls of our Venice, Italy retreat house are priceless paintings and works of art. Clearly, the owner is a serious collector. But one piece stopped me. It hangs in a second-story hallway—gold-framed, almost sculpted into the canvas itself. It's not just a painting; it has depth, dimension, movement. Figures seem to step forward out of the frame and cast real shadows on the wall. And it tells a story. A man is kneeling in prayer, hands lifted, eyes fixed on a crucifix of Jesus on the wall before him. His posture is steady. His focus is anchored. But beside him stands another figure—dark, winged, intent. Not attacking violently, but persistently present. Watching. Pressing. Distracting. And yet the man does not turn. He stays fixed on Jesus. That image is not just art—it is a spiritual reality. We live in that scene. There is always a battle for the mind. Not always loud. Not always dramatic. Often subtle. Persistent. Relentless. The enemy does not need to destroy you if he can distract you. Because where your attention goes, your life follows. My friends, this is a real picture of what is continually going on around us. The spiritual battle of Satan's demons forever against us, flying around, shooting flaming arrows, throwing threats and insults – all while Jesus is strong and steady above it all. The question is, where are we looking? What are we focusing on? What gets our mind? If your mind isn't saved by Jesus, then it is completely vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy. If you're not focused on Jesus, you are continually distracted by the forces of darkness, acts of evil, and threats of terror. Your mind is the battlefield of this spiritual war. If the enemy captures your thoughts, he doesn't just influence your mood—he distorts your vision. If he gets your thoughts, you spiral in fear. If he gets your focus, you lose peace. If he gets your attention, you forget truth. This is why Scripture is so direct: The battle is not first in your circumstances—it is in your mind. For this battle, God offers a very specific piece of armor over your mind – the helmet of salvation. Ephesians 6:17, “Put on salvation as your helmet.” It's the final piece of your defensive armor. The belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of peace, the shield of faith, and finally the helmet of salvation. “Put on salvation as your helmet.” This is not decorative language. It is defensive language. A helmet exists for one reason: to protect what cannot afford to be struck. Your head. Your mind. Your thoughts. In Roman warfare, the helmet marked identity and provided protection. It told others who you belonged to—and it guarded what could end the fight instantly. Because a blow to the head ends everything. So Paul is saying something deeply practical and deeply spiritual: God is not only saving your soul—He is guarding your mind. The phrase translated “take” or “put on” carries the idea of receiving what is being handed to you. This matters. Because salvation is not self-produced. It is not achieved through willpower or positive thinking. It is received. You don't fabricate salvation. You accept it. You don't defend yourself from the enemy by willpower alone. You stand under what God has already given. The word “salvation” here is not abstract. It means rescue. Deliverance. Being pulled out of danger you could not escape on your own. So the “helmet of salvation” is not just: “I am forgiven.” It is also: “My mind belongs to the One who rescued me.” It is the assurance that “I am saved, I am held, I am not defenseless in my mind.” The enemy rarely begins with destruction. He begins with intrusion. The crafty enemy of our is soul doing everything he can to distract us, torment us, fill us with doubts and fears. He says, “take off that helmet and let me get in your head!” That's the battle. If he can saturate your thoughts, he doesn't need to change your circumstances. He simply convinces you that darkness is all there is. But the helmet of salvation interrupts that lie. Girl, did you take off your helmet? Did you let the devil get in your head? Are you filled with doubts, worries and fears? Oh, my sister, your eyes aren't on Jesus because your head isn't protected. God is offering you a helmet to protect your mind, but it's always up to you to accept it and put it on. The helmet of salvation reminds us of this: WE ARE SAVED, WE ARE REDEEMED and WE ARE PROMISED A FUTURE. When your mind knows that full well, it changes the way you live. You're no longer distracted by the wispers of Hell. You're no longer fearful of the pokes of Satan. You're locked in to Jesus. There is an old story often told of two wolves—one feeding darkness, one feeding life. It goes like this: An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life: “A fight is going on inside of me,” he said to the boy. “It is a terrible fight and it is between 2 wolves. One wolf is evil – he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, jealousy, lies, false pride, superiority and ego.” He continued, “The other wolf is good – he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith. The same fight is going on inside of you – and inside of every other person too.” The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win?” The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.” Whatever you feed grows stronger. And the truth is simple: Your thoughts are your daily feeding ground. What are you feeding? Isaiah 26:3, “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose THOUGHTS ARE FIXED ON YOU.” This is not for those who are partially focused. Not for those who are occasionally focused. This is for those who have a FIXED FOCUS on God. That's what the helmet does. It fixes our focus. The helmet of salvation is not just protection from attack—it is alignment of attention. It brings your mind back into place. Back to truth. Back to Christ. Back to peace. Not shallow peace. Not temporary peace. But perfect peace. “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose THOUGHTS ARE FIXED ON YOU.” Remember the art work in the Venice retreat house – the man kneeling in prayer with his eyes fixed on Jesus even while Satan's demon is present and making his attack. The protected mind that knows it is saved by Jesus is unbothered, held in perfect peace. And so the works of God grows in his life while the works of Satan diminish. Have you been giving the enemy daily food with your thoughts? Has he been growing stronger and stronger in your life because you've allowed your mind to be attacked by him? Girl, put on your helmet. Your helmet reminds you who God is and who you are in him. You are saved. You are redeemed. You are promised a future with him. A soldier's helmet includes a marking identifying who they are fighting with and for. A crest or emblem on their helmet would signify their allegiance. When you put on the helmet of salvation, you're taking a stand in this spiritual battle of whose side you're on. But when your identity is unclear, your thoughts become vulnerable. You gotta know your identity in Jesus – then you know who you are saved, redeemed, held, secured, and the accusations from Hell lose their power. The enemy cannot easily dominate a mind anchored in identity. You're standing with Jesus in victory. Your enemy has already been defeated – he fights from a place of defeat, settling for the spoils of your wandering thoughts and dark corners of your mind left unprotected. Give him NOTHING. The bad wolf gets NOTHING from you. Starve him out! Satan doesn't even get the crumbs of your thoughts today. Nothing. Give him no space in your mind. Billy Graham said this, “If you get your mind off Christ and you get it on some things you shouldn't be thinking about, then you pray, ‘Lord, forgive me and help me to get my mind back on Christ.’ I do many times.” This is the action of putting the helmet of salvation on. The moment you recognize your mind is wandering, you get it back under the protection of your salvation offered in Jesus! This is the discipline of the helmet. Not striving. Not panic. Just returning. Again and again. To Jesus. That painting in Venice shows it clearly: A man kneeling in prayer. Darkness present—but not dominant. Eyes fixed on Christ. That is the helmet of salvation. A protected mind is not a mind that never sees darkness. It is a mind that refuses to be ruled by it. So keep your focus. Keep your identity. Keep your helmet on. Because you are not fighting for victory. You are standing in it. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com

Also available on YouTube "It was a mind and body brokenness. I'll just say like depression." By 39, Chris Lang was running 10 businesses and falling apart. He killed most of them and bet everything on Fresh Chile, his bootstrapped Shopify chili brand from Hatch, New Mexico. It cracked the top 1% of Shopify and 8 figures in revenue, but didn't turn a profit until Q1 of year six. Inside: why he started publishing his real ROAS on LinkedIn when the numbers were ugly, the 80% Meta cut that finally flipped him profitable, and how a 250K-follower organic community out-engages Heinz, Tabasco, and Sriracha combined. SPONSORS Swym — Wishlists, back-in-stock alerts, and moregetswym.com/kurt Ecommerce Alley — Is it your ads, or is Meta having a bad day? Check it atecommercealley.com/bad Zipify — Build high-converting sales funnelszipify.com/KURT LINKS Fresh Chile: https://freshchileco.com/ Chris Lang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislangsocial/ Chris Lang on X: https://x.com/chrislangsocial WORK WITH KURT Apply for Shopify Help ethercycle.com/apply See Our Results ethercycle.com/work Free Newsletter kurtelster.com The Unofficial Shopify Podcast is hosted by Kurt Elster and explores the stories behind successful Shopify stores. Get actionable insights, practical strategies, and proven tactics from entrepreneurs who've built thriving ecommerce businesses.

The social media world is changing, and we all have to change with it! This isn't 2016 anymore. No one wants to see the perfect girl boss who never has any flaws. People want to see real people, with real problems and real solutions.    But that raises another question - how do I be vulnerable online without losing myself? How do I make a connection without being cringe? And how do I create content that builds trust if I'm not perfect? This week, we're going to take a look at Jessi Jeans 7-figure launch to answer all of these questions and more!   In this week's episode, we're talking about the lessons we can all learn from Jessi's 7-figure yap launch. That's right, Jessi Jean made 7-figures just by yapping to the camera and being vulnerable. That vulnerability of building in public is what connected her to her audience and created the foundation for such a successful launch!    Tune in to hear what she did right and what you can recreate in your own personal brand.  How to work with Erika: Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind program here! Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot! https://theerikacruz.com/manifest-your-marca    Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

Il y a 140 ans, en 1886, naissait une société savante destinée à défendre les singularités montmartroises : Le Vieux Montmartre.Plongez dans les méandres fascinants de la butte Montmartre, ce haut lieu emblématique de la capitale française. Franck Ferrand nous entraîne dans une passionnante exploration de ce quartier unique, témoin de plus de sept siècles d'histoire.Montmartre, c'est d'abord une butte sacrée, siège d'une abbaye bénédictine qui a fait de ce lieu un cœur battant de la France catholique d'autrefois. Mais cette colline abrite bien d'autres richesses : carrières de gypse, moulins à vent, vignes et guinguettes. Un village pittoresque et bouillonnant de vie, jusqu'à ce que Napoléon III ne l'annexe à Paris en 1860.C'est alors que naît une véritable société savante, le Vieux Montmartre, pour préserver l'identité et les particularismes de ce quartier menacé par l'urbanisation galopante.Entre ses moulins, ses vignes et ses artistes, Montmartre a su cultiver son âme de village rebelle, jusqu'à devenir l'un des quartiers les plus emblématiques de la capitale. Grâce à ces passionnés, son esprit bohème et son charme d'antan ont traversé les époques, offrant aux Parisiens d'hier et d'aujourd'hui un havre de paix unique en son genre.

Il y a 140 ans, en 1886, naissait une société savante destinée à défendre les singularités montmartroises : Le Vieux Montmartre.Plongez dans les méandres fascinants de la butte Montmartre, ce haut lieu emblématique de la capitale française. Franck Ferrand nous entraîne dans une passionnante exploration de ce quartier unique, témoin de plus de sept siècles d'histoire.Montmartre, c'est d'abord une butte sacrée, siège d'une abbaye bénédictine qui a fait de ce lieu un cœur battant de la France catholique d'autrefois. Mais cette colline abrite bien d'autres richesses : carrières de gypse, moulins à vent, vignes et guinguettes. Un village pittoresque et bouillonnant de vie, jusqu'à ce que Napoléon III ne l'annexe à Paris en 1860.C'est alors que naît une véritable société savante, le Vieux Montmartre, pour préserver l'identité et les particularismes de ce quartier menacé par l'urbanisation galopante.Entre ses moulins, ses vignes et ses artistes, Montmartre a su cultiver son âme de village rebelle, jusqu'à devenir l'un des quartiers les plus emblématiques de la capitale. Grâce à ces passionnés, son esprit bohème et son charme d'antan ont traversé les époques, offrant aux Parisiens d'hier et d'aujourd'hui un havre de paix unique en son genre.

If you've ever worried that taking a break means falling behind, this episode is for you.Because we live in a world that tells us we need to keep going, stay visible, be consistent and do all the things all of the time. But the truth is, sometimes the most aligned thing you can do is press pause.And that's exactly what I'm doing.In this episode, I'm sharing a personal update and opening up about a decision I've spent a lot of time thinking about.Join me as I share:

A lot of investors have written off bonds after 2022. In this episode, Paddy Delaney explains why that conclusion is based on a misreading of how bonds work — and what the historical data actually shows. The 10-year US Treasury yield went from under 6% to over 11% during the 1970s. Bonds still returned 5.4% per year. The worst single year was a loss of less than 1%. If bonds survived that rate environment, what does it mean for the environment we are in today? In this episode: - How bond returns are calculated (starting yield and duration) - Why rising interest rates improve your future bond returns, not reduce them - What the 1970s data shows, using Damodaran historical records - What this means practically for anyone with bonds in an ARF or occupational pension - A short note on lifestyling: being moved into bonds automatically is very different from choosing to hold them This episode is relevant if you are approaching retirement, already in retirement, or reviewing an ARF or pension that includes a bond allocation. If you would like to talk through your own situation, book a Clarity Call at www.informeddecisions.ie Full blog post: www.informeddecisions.ie/post/bonds-arf-retirement-ireland  • All Informed Decisions podcast episodes: www.informeddecisions.ie/podcast/   ABOUT THE SHOW The Informed Decisions podcast is hosted by Paddy Delaney QFA RPA APA — independent, fee-only retirement planner in Ireland. The podcast and the blog at informeddecisions.ie are educational resources for Irish professionals, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals navigating retirement, tax efficiency, and investment strategy. Find Paddy at www.informeddecisions.ie   TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Bonds and Market Perceptions 02:43 Understanding Bonds: Their Role and Functionality 05:20 The Impact of Interest Rates on Bond Investments 08:20 Predictability of Bond Returns and Historical Context 11:11 The Mechanics of Bond Funds and Their Advantages 14:01 Current Bond Market Landscape and Future Outlook 17:03 Strategic Considerations for Investors and Pension Holders 19:46 Common Misconceptions and Mistakes in Bond Investing 22:25 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts   DISCLAIMER This podcast is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute personalised financial advice. Figures and rules referenced reflect the position as at May 2026 and are subject to change. Always speak to a qualified, independent financial advisor about your specific situation.

The rural economy is awash with good news on the revenue front. Consumer spending figures from Cuscal Paymark, show consumer spending reached 3.8 billion dollars in May, that's up 1.2 percent, year on year. But in Waikato, the increase was 4.6 percent, 280 percent above the national average. Don Good, chief executive of the Waikato Chamber of Commerce spoke to John Campbell.

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Clare is one of only four counties in Ireland where there are fewer learner drivers on the roads than a year ago. Figures released by the Road Safety Authority to the Irish Road Haulage Association show there were 7,531 learner permit holders in this county at the end of March, down from 7,659 during the same period in 2025. Nationally, however, more than one in ten drivers are on a learner permit, with 6,219 more learner drivers on Irish roads compared to a year ago. Clare-based former IRHA president and Ennis haulier, Eugene Drennan, has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons while Clare is going "in the right direction", the RSA is "too big" to tackle the problem at a national level.

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HSE Mid West has spent over €140 million on agency staff since the beginning of 2024. Figures provided to Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney at the latest HSE Regional Health Forum Midwest meeting have revealed the spend on agency staff came to almost €68 million last year alone. HSE Mid West says agency staff are used "to provide rapid staffing solutions during crises or unexpected surges in demand" as well as "when permanent staff are unavailable due to illness, leave, or vacancies". Councillor McInerney says relying on temporary workers doesn't ensure a "stable and sustainable" health service.

HSE Mid West has spent over €140 million on agency staff since the beginning of 2024. Figures provided to Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney at the latest HSE Regional Health Forum Midwest meeting have revealed the spend on agency staff came to almost €68 million last year alone. HSE Mid West says agency staff are used "to provide rapid staffing solutions during crises or unexpected surges in demand" as well as "when permanent staff are unavailable due to illness, leave, or vacancies". However, concerns have been raised about the long-term sustainability of such spending, with calls for greater investment in direct recruitment and permanent staffing solutions. Clare FM's Sean Lyons has been speaking with Cllr Rita McInerney, and to discuss what these figures mean for patients, healthcare services and the future of staffing in the region, Alan Morrissey was joined by John Wall, Chairman of HSE Mid West's Patient and Service User Council. Image (c) Karola G from Pexels via Canva

In This Episode of Business Lunch: This episode features expert insights on transforming business profitability, increasing valuation, and strategic growth through proven systems and mental shifts. Learn how to leverage profit accelerators, build transferable value, and scale your business effectively.Chapters:00:00 Introduction: The Power of Strategic Lunches and Success Secrets00:46 Getting to Bankable Profit: The E2P Strategy01:02 Lessons from Inc 500 Companies and Profit Challenges02:08 The Impact of Profit on Momentum and Leverage03:07 Case Study: Native Commerce's Rapid Growth and Profitability04:01 Growth at the Cost of Profit: Lessons from Big Companies04:58 Optimizing Customer Acquisition and Unit Economics05:57 Amazon's Profit Centers: Fulfillment, Prime, and AWS07:22 Acquiring Media and Building Owned Channels08:19 Pivoting Business Models: From Selling Products to Leads09:10 Case Study: Turning a Golf Business Around10:09 Math Exercise: Monthly Profit Potential and Growth11:07 Reverse Engineering Business Valuation and Growth12:34 Old Way vs New Playbook for Business Growth13:02 Achieving Transferable Value: Brand and System Independence15:25 Productizing Services and Acquiring Intellectual Property17:22 Valuation Multiples and Growth Potential20:49 From Small Business to Unicorn: Growth Examples22:09 Breaking the Hamster Wheel: Creating Value Accelerators23:00 Internal Shifts: Working Above the Business23:57 The Power of Mentorship and Risk-Taking26:26 Mindset Shifts and the Importance of Mentors27:22 Accelerating Business Growth with Mentorship and ModelsConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

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Send us Fan MailBe honest.How many books have you read that changed your life...for about three days?How many podcasts have you listened to while thinking,"Wow. I needed to hear that."Only to go right back to doing things the same way?In this episode, Alex and Carol explore the uncomfortable truth that most high achievers aren't stuck because they don't know enough.They're stuck because they're waiting.Waiting for more confidence.Waiting for more certainty.Waiting for the perfect plan.But what if the thing you're searching for isn't another strategy?What if it's action?Through a powerful conversation inspired by the teachings of Napoleon Hill and Don Green, Executive Director of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, this episode unpacks why fear keeps us circling the same decisions, how self-talk quietly shapes our identity, and why vision matters more than current circumstances.Because your brain will always find evidence for the story you're repeating.So what story are you telling yourself?And what future are you rehearsing every day?You don't need more information.You need a reason to trust yourself enough to move.

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Jeffrey Epstein's rise, protection, and long run of abuse cannot be honestly framed as a partisan scandal. He cultivated relationships across the political spectrum—courting Democrats and Republicans, donating to candidates, socializing with presidents and princes, embedding himself in elite universities, financial institutions, and think tanks. His 2008 non-prosecution agreement in Florida was negotiated under a Republican U.S. attorney, but later federal oversight failures, intelligence lapses, and regulatory blind spots spanned multiple administrations. He moved easily between Wall Street, academia, philanthropy, and politics, exploiting a culture in which wealth and access often buy insulation. The machinery that allowed him to operate—deferred prosecution deals, sealed records, lax oversight in federal detention, and elite deference—was not owned by one party. It was enabled by a system that too often prioritizes influence, reputation management, and institutional self-protection over transparency and accountability.Reducing Epstein to a left-versus-right talking point obscures the broader failure: a bipartisan ecosystem of power that tolerated, minimized, or ignored red flags because he was useful, connected, or financially valuable. Figures from both sides distanced themselves only after public exposure forced their hand. The revolving doors between government, finance, and academia, along with opaque plea negotiations and limited victim notification, reveal structural weaknesses that transcend party labels. When scrutiny becomes selective—weaponized against political opponents while allies receive softer treatment—it reinforces the very dynamics that allowed Epstein to thrive. Accountability, if it is to mean anything, must confront institutional incentives, prosecutorial discretion, and elite gatekeeping across administrations. The scandal endures not because it belongs to one ideology, but because it exposed a system in which power protected power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein was invited to gatherings with a dozen members of Congress years after his initial arrest, documents reveal | The IndependentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

“By the Castle of Grey Skull! I have the POWER!!” In keen anticipation of the new summer blockbuster film due out, right along with the GenX love of all things nostalgia, this entertaining discussion explores the fascinating history of the Masters of the Universe franchise, it's cultural impact and how a toy line became a mythology that continues to deeply resonate today across worldwide scapes! Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee as they delve into the origins, storytelling & legacy of He-Man, Skeletor and the gang! Cya on the other side!Which characters of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe was your favorite cartoon warriors either saving the day in Eternia, or baddies stirring up predictable mayhem in this cherished 80s animated series?- He-Man - Man-At-Arms - Teela - The Sorceress - Orko - Cringer/ Battle Cat - Beastman - Trap Jaw - Merman - Evil Lyn - SkeletorSubscribe, rate and leave us a 5-star written review on Apple Podcasts, Deepcast.fm, Spotify or GoodPods. If you enjoyed what you heard this week, contact us on our official website retrotrekcaramelapples.com or send us a message, requests and/ or experiences you'd like to hear featured in a future episode at Spotify for Podcasters-->https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/retro-trek-the-caramel-applesHit us up on social media! Stop by and say hi! Leave a comment & share with us some of your favorite retro topics! X: @CaramelApples16The Gram (Instagram): @retrotrekthecaramelapplesTikTok: @retrotrekcaramelapplesYouTube: @thestickycaramelapplesOur Official Website: retrotrekcaramelapples.com

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Tourism has been given a welcome boost, with new figures suggesting overseas visitors are spending more and helping drive export growth. Mat Woods from Destination Queenstown spoke to John Campbell.

Australia's economy grew 0.3 per cent in the first quarter of the year, a drop from the last three months of 2025.

Ever wondered why every time you reach a new revenue level, the same exhaustion shows up — just dressed differently? In this conversation, Natalie sits down with Julie Santiago — founder of We Are The Women, former Wall Street operator, and one of the rare guests who can break down what high-functioning burnout actually looks like at the 7- and 8-figure mark. Julie walks through the three burnouts that shaped her career: the Wall Street year that put tumors on her ovary at 28, the coaching practice she rebuilt in a San Francisco apartment, and the post-motherhood collapse that brought her to her knees again. The takeaway isn't grit. It isn't quitting. It's something Julie calls evolution and it's the framework most high-achieving women never get taught. This isn't about hustle, balance, or finding your why. It's a brutally honest breakdown of what high-functioning burnout actually looks like at the 7- and 8-figure mark, why the same pattern that builds your success eventually breaks you, and how to evolve past the cycle so you stop ending up in the same place at every new level. Time Stamps: 00:59 The childhood imprint that built an 8-figure business and broke it 05:45 Wall Street, tumors at 28, and the body's verdict 13:10 The 2-path trap: why pushing through OR quitting both fail 20:45 Why clunkiness is a season change, not a failure to optimize 28:40 The match-my-salary moment her therapist shut down 33:22 Safety, surrender, and a new relationship to money 38:18 The metaphor that broke her thinking about money's source 43:30 Going all-in vs. knowing when to evolve Resources + Links: Pre-Order The Freedom-Based Business Method. Follow Julie on Instagram Learn more about We Are the Women Sign Up For Our Free Weekly Newsletter & Get Insights From Natalie Every Single Week On All Things Strategy, Motherhood, Business Growth + More.  Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We'll Send You Natalie's 7-Figure Operating System Completely FREE (value $1,997).

The Braves head to Cincinnati after taking 2 of 3 from Boston, and Chris Dimino thinks Atlanta's offense could be ready to EXPLODE. ⚾ Is Ronald Acuña Jr. finally breaking out? ⚾ Why Acuña's two walks were just as important as his grand slam ⚾ Austin Riley's growing fastball problem ⚾ Ozzie Albies showing signs of life ⚾ Should Orlando Mateo play more than Ha-Seong Kim? ⚾ Why Chris Dimino is predicting TWELVE Braves home runs this weekend ⚾ Braves vs. Reds series previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary:Dr. Stephanie Wigner sits down with Dr. Danielle Roach for a candid conversation about scaling businesses, building a family, and navigating the identity shifts that come with both. They unpack the realities of growing multiple practices, expanding into new ventures, leading larger teams, and making decisions before the timing feels perfect. The conversation also explores motherhood, judgment, purpose, and the pressure high-achieving women place on themselves. At its core, this episode is about trusting yourself enough to evolve, recalibrating when success no longer feels aligned, and building a life that reflects who you are becoming.Get tickets to our upcoming event in San Diego, CA:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/san-diego-event?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=san_diego_eventChapters:00:02:00 Chasing the next level00:06:45 The hidden price of scaling00:13:56 The performance trap00:22:20 Permission to choose differently00:29:31 The responsibility of impact00:34:06 Trust before evidenceKey Takeaway:The next level of growth requires trusting yourself enough to act before certainty arrives and staying connected to the purpose that makes the challenge worth it.

In this episode, I'm giving you my most honest take on MLMs, the good, the real, and what I actually think you should do if your goal is to make money from home on your own terms.We cover:What my MLM experience actually looked like (and why I don't regret it)The hard truth about why most women don't make money in MLMsThe one thing most people don't realize when they sign upWhy making money from home doesn't have to mean selling someone else's productWhat I'd tell any mom who wants to build something real for herself in 2026If you've been curious about MLMs, or you're already in one and something feels off, this episode will give you the clarity and the permission you've been looking for.Register for Business Breakthrough Experience: http://www.jameswedmoretraining.com/a/2148272142/LcoDSfh7

Jeffrey Epstein's relationship with Woody Allen was not some passing handshake or random name in an address book. Public reporting and released records have described Allen and Soon-Yi Previn as longtime friends and neighbors of Epstein in New York, with the three dining together often and maintaining contact even after Epstein's 2008 conviction. Newly released emails added more texture to that relationship, including records showing Epstein helped arrange a 2015 White House tour for Allen and Previn. That detail matters because it shows Epstein was not merely tolerated from a distance; he was still useful, still connected, and still treated as someone who could open doors for famous people. Allen has not been accused of criminal wrongdoing in connection with Epstein, but the relationship is still deeply uncomfortable because it fits the broader pattern of Epstein's post-conviction life: even after becoming a registered sex offender, he remained welcome in elite social circles where fame, money, and access insulated people from ordinary reputational consequences.Epstein's Hollywood world was part of a much larger celebrity-access machine. His name and records have been connected over the years to actors, comedians, models, producers, media figures, and entertainment-adjacent power brokers, not necessarily as criminal participants, but as people moving through the same rooms, dinners, parties, foundations, flights, introductions, and favor networks. Figures such as Kevin Spacey, Chris Tucker, Naomi Campbell, Chelsea Handler, and others have appeared in public Epstein-related reporting or records in different contexts, while modeling-world connections also show how Epstein used glamour industries as another access point to young women and status. The key point is not that every famous person who encountered Epstein committed a crime; the key point is that Hollywood, like Wall Street, academia, politics, philanthropy, and royalty, was one more prestige ecosystem where Epstein could launder himself socially. He understood that being seen around celebrities created legitimacy, and the entertainment world gave him exactly what he craved: proximity to fame, cultural polish, beautiful people, and the illusion that his criminal past could be buried under enough dinner invitations and famous names.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The Braves head to Cincinnati after taking 2 of 3 from Boston, and Chris Dimino thinks Atlanta's offense could be ready to EXPLODE. ⚾ Is Ronald Acuña Jr. finally breaking out? ⚾ Why Acuña's two walks were just as important as his grand slam ⚾ Austin Riley's growing fastball problem ⚾ Ozzie Albies showing signs of life ⚾ Should Orlando Mateo play more than Ha-Seong Kim? ⚾ Why Chris Dimino is predicting TWELVE Braves home runs this weekend ⚾ Braves vs. Reds series previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the five critical shifts entrepreneurs must make to scale their business to seven figures per month. Hosted by industry experts, it covers strategies for leveraging sales, increasing profits, and building transferable value without working more hours or sacrificing ownership.Chapters:00:00 Introduction: The Power of Strategic Lunches00:18 Host and Guest Introduction00:53 Overview of the Episode's Focus01:18 What It Takes to Reach Seven Figures Monthly02:12 Evolution of the Business Growth Framework03:11 Target Audience and Business Criteria04:10 Achieving Seven Figures in Revenue05:07 Leveraged Efforts and Results06:03 Importance of Exit-Ready Business07:00 Myth Busting: Work Less, Earn More07:29 The Value of Real Business Impact08:23 Overcoming Overwhelm and Market Confusion09:20 Generating Consistent Profits and Wealth09:46 Premium Valuations and Exit Strategies12:36 The Five Shifts to Scale to 7 Figures13:02 External Shifts: Sales, Profits, and Value14:01 The SPV Framework for Impact16:00 The Leverage Sales Shift17:25 Case Study: Digital Marketer's Transformation20:19 Building Evergreen and Recurring Revenue22:16 Content Marketing and Lead Generation Strategies24:38 Systematizing Sales for Growth26:02 Calculating Sales Growth Potential27:54 Analyzing Sales Variance and Opportunities28:52 Global Expansion and Replication29:34 Wealth Building Through Acquisitions30:03 Introducing the Epic Deal Fast Track Program31:00 How to Get Started with Business AcquisitionsConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

Most people think life insurance is just for when you die.But what if it's actually one of the most powerful wealth-building tools in America?In this powerful episode of Inside the Vault, Ash Cash sits down with Lindsay Smith — 7-figure insurance agency owner, author of Creating Wealth Through Life Insurance, and founder of The Wealthy Agent Community.This isn't just a conversation about policies.This is a masterclass on:• How life insurance really works • How wealthy families use it for leverage • Why most agents stay broke • The recession-proof blueprint for financial services • How to build a 6–7 figure insurance business • The annuity strategy nobody is talking about • Why 85% of agents fail in year one • How AI is transforming the insurance industry • The CEO mindset every agent must adoptLindsay breaks down the real game behind commissions, contracts, renewals, and how to build systems that generate organic leads without buying cold traffic.If you're an insurance agent struggling to grow…If you're thinking about getting licensed…Or if you want to understand how life insurance can create generational wealth…This episode is required viewing.