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Chasing numbers can actually destroy what made your business great. In this episode, Dan and Ian unpack Goodhart's Law — the idea that once a measure becomes a target, it stops being useful — and how founders accidentally turn smart goals into bad incentives. Plus, you'll hear six ways to build healthier systems, lead better, and stop metrics from running your company off the rails. LINKS Share your thoughts about the podcast (takes 2 mins) (https://getperspective.ai/interview/tmba-feedback) This week's sponsor: SPP.co “Your billing, onboarding & projects in one client portal” (https://spp.co/) This week's sponsor: Smash Digital “Scale your organic traffic with future-proof strategies” (https://smashdigital.com/) Connect with 6-, 7- & 8-figure founders in person and online (https://dynamitecircle.com/) Hang out exclusively with 7+ figure founders and join us in NYC this December (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) 22 FREE business resources for location-independent entrepreneurs (https://tropicalmba.com/resources) CHAPTERS (00:01:16) The Hair-Dye Economy & Durable Businesses (00:03:38) The Problem with Metrics (00:07:44) Fix #1: Revisit Your Brand Promise (00:09:12) Fix #2: Determine a Countervailing Metric (00:12:17) Fix #3: Combine Input and Output Metrics (00:13:12) Fix #4: Refresh Metrics Every 90 Days (00:14:39) Fix #5: Pulse Discipline (00:16:05) Fix #6: The Leadership Lens (00:20:00) The Alt Business School (00:25:42) When a Job Post Becomes a Marketing Hack CONNECT: Dan@tropicalmba.com Ian@tropicalmba.com Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Lucy Bella. PLAYLIST: Wealth Without a 7-Figure Exit: 5 Steps (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/wealth-without-7-figure-exit) How to Instantly Improve Your Lead Pipeline by 20-50% (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/improve-your-lead-pipeline) Growth vs. Optimization — 90% of Growth Comes from 10% of Activities? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/growth-vs-optimization)
Could your fatigue, bloating, or random skin rashes be more than “just stress” or IBS? You might be shocked to learn they could actually be signs of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or even colon cancer — yes, it's possible without having obvious digestive symptoms.It's unfortunately common to discover that you have Crohn's or ulcerative colitis in your 60s, and not because of gut issues… but during a routine colonoscopy screening. Others are misdiagnosed for years while battling brain fog, thyroid problems, skin issues like psoriasis, vitiligo, eczema, or even unexplained anemia — all while the real problem quietly worsens.I'm joined by Dr. Ilana Gurevich, a naturopathic gastroenterologist who specializes in complex GI disorders. We dive into the hidden signs of IBD, how it differs from IBS, sneaky signs of colon cancer (especially with skyrocketing rates), and the TRUTH about colonoscopies – why you should absolutely stop putting it off and never use a stool test for gut health as a replacement.If you've been brushed off, gaslit, or still searching for answers, you don't want to miss this.⭐️Mentioned in This Episode:- See all the references
Lead by 3 - Leadership with Simplicity A New Direction brings you an in-depth conversation with retired Naval Academy alum Steven Mays, author of The Power of 3: Lessons in Leadership. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the endless “leadership frameworks,” this episode is a breath of clarity. Steven cuts through noise using a foundation rooted in three—three pillars, three practices, three indispensable commitments. It's concise, potent, and built for people who lead under pressure. In The Power of 3, Mays doesn't shy away from the harder side of leading. He explores how despair, unmet expectations, and human frailty challenge even the best of intentions. But he also shows how effective leaders engage in three core acts: assist (serve those you lead), inspire (ignite purpose and vision), and depend (trust and rely on others). That last part may surprise you—he makes dependence not a weakness but a leadership strength. These themes are not abstractions; they're revealed in stories, real tension points, and situations you'll recognize. On our show, I'll push Steven to unpack exactly how those triads work in everyday leadership life. How do you “assist” without overstepping? When your team's morale is sliding, how do you “inspire” in a real, not canned, way? And when things go sideways, how do you lean into “dependence” without losing authority or credibility? We'll also dig into the internal life—how love, despair, and disappointment show up in your leadership—and how to structure your guardrails to stay steady even when people around you aren't. Make plans to join us and capture insights to lead yourself and others. Whether you lead a small team, a department, or your own personal mission, this isn't just another leadership talk—it's a chance to recalibrate how you lead from the inside out. Steven May's book, "The Power of 3: Lessons in Leadership" is a very quick read, but there is elegance in simplicity. And that is what this book brings. The idea that learning to lead does not have to be difficult. What Steven Mays gives us is how in the power of 3 we can learn to lead and lead well. As with any great book he starts with the three fundamentals. Honesty, Courage, and Talent. Don't be fooled by the word "honesty" because he gives it a different definition. And it all starts with an honest self-awareness of where are really. Then he moves to courage, which again he breaks down into 3 ideals...Accept it, Fix it, or Leave it. The least important of these three fundamental principles? Talent. As Steve Mays reminds us that leaders are not born, they are made if they have the right tools. The book is filled with lessons of threes that he puts into triangles and demonstrates that The Power of 3 and the strength of 3 can be used to build successful and great leaders. While it is only 50 pages long if you dig deep into the simplicity of The Power of 3 you will discover more depth than you can imagine! Get you copy of the Power of 3: Lessons for Leadership by Clicking Here. Enhance Your Audiobook Experience with Zoundy! If you're an author or narrator looking to produce high-quality audiobooks with ease, Zoundy is the ultimate tool you need. Designed specifically for audiobook creation, Zoundy delivers crystal-clear sound, seamless editing capabilities, and professional-grade production tools—all in one intuitive platform. Whether you're recording your own book or refining your narration, Zoundy ensures every word is heard with perfection. And here's the best part: As a listener of A New Direction, you get an exclusive deal! Head over to zoundy.com/jay and use the code JAY25 at checkout to unlock special savings on your audiobook production. Don't settle for anything less than studio-quality sound—power up your audiobook journey today with Zoundy! AND Linda Craft Team, REALTORS located at 7300 Six Forks Road in Raleigh North Carolina, they have been serving the Research Triangle Park area...
Today I'm joined by Sanjiv Yajnik, President of Financial Services at Capital One. We cover why tech integrations are still the biggest challenge for F&I, how lenders are anticipating an EV market slowdown, why "6%" is the most important number in dealership leads and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. vAuto - As the industry's premier provider of end-to-end inventory management solutions, vAuto gives every dealer—from a single point store to the largest groups—the data, insights and tools they need to maximize returns from the new and used vehicle inventory investments. Known for its game-changing inventory management innovations, vAuto provides AI-powered predictive data science to help dealers see their future and consistently make the right, ROI-minded decisions with every vehicle they appraise, acquire, price and retail. Visit @ https://www.vauto.com 2. WarrCloud - Your warranty claims process shouldn't drain your profits—or your people. Our award-winning AI technology transforms OEM warranty processing, helping you capture every dollar you've earned. Dealers reduce costs, speed up reimbursements, and uncover new revenue opportunities—while consistently improving OEM claim scores. The future of fixed ops belongs to those who adapt. Let's talk about automating your warranty processing today by visiting @ https://warrcloud.com/get-an-analysis 3. Capital One – Many dealers believe digital tools can help boost sales. But early findings from a recent Capital One Auto survey revealed operational challenges dealers are still navigating and how trust is shaped. Listen for insights as to what's been uncovered and where the research is headed. Learn more: https://www.capitalone.com/cars/auto-financing/dealer Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 00:51 Last year's predictions: right or wrong? 02:21 What is the future of EVs? 04:51 Dealerships' role in the EV transition? 07:28 How does tech create transparency? 13:45 Biggest tech integration challenges? 16:37 How to improve the F&I process? 23:13 How do downturns impact dealerships? 29:00 Best dealership tech stack recommendations? 40:34 Top predictions for dealerships' future? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
A little over a month ago we did a last-minute podcast about an audacious experiment our special guest today, Nick O'Connor, did with Glenn Fisher and the financial publishing giant Marketwise: Glenn told us how they put together a special program called Financial Copy U, which would train 12 copywriters ABSOLUTELY FREE on how to write copy for financial publishers. With the understanding that some graduates might be offered full-fledged copywriting jobs on the spot, depending, of course, how they did in the training. Now that Financial Copy U is in full swing, we asked Nick to tell us more about what he and Glenn did and are doing right now. Seeing as there's not enough other solid training for financial copywriting going on right now, at least that I know of, I realize Nick has a lot of valuable information for us. Among his many impressive accomplishments, Nick was Head of Copy and Publisher for Agora's financial imprint in the UK, Southbank Investment Research. Today, as well as co-founding The Fix, he writes freelance for financial publishers in the UK, US and Australia and consults with Agora companies around the world. Nick told us about the origin of Financial Copy U, why he, Glenn and Marketwise decided to do it, the difference between winning applications to the program and those that didn't make it, and a lot more. Great information about financial copywriting and copywriting in general! For more info about the program: https://www.financialcopyu.com Download.
In this episode of The Supported Wife Society, host Lemon Price dives into why husbands often stop taking initiative in relationships. She explains how high-achieving women can unintentionally monopolize the mental load and decision-making processes, leaving no room for their husbands to lead. Lemon offers practical steps to reinstate balance, starting with a mental load audit to identify responsibilities. She emphasizes the importance of pausing to allow husbands space to plan and act, handing over manageable tasks, and refraining from micromanagement and criticism. This episode aims to foster a true partnership in marriage, where both spouses share the load and thrive together.00:00 Welcome to The Supported Wife Society00:42 Understanding the Lack of Initiative03:47 Mental Load Blindness Explained10:38 The Habit of Defaulting to You14:07 Fear of Doing It Wrong15:54 Steps to Fix the Issue21:42 Join the Supported Wife SocietyEnjoy the episode, everyone!How can you be part of the movement to equip women?1. Share the podcast!2. Leave a 5-star review!Here are the best ways for you and me to connect and grow together!Step 1: Subscribe to the PodcastStep 2: Download the Mental Load AuditStep 3: Let's Connect: https://www.lemonprice.co/coffeechatThanks for listening!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share this in your stories and tag me! And don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.CONNECT WITH LEMON:FacebookInstagramVisit the WebsiteJoin the Supported Wife Society
Why you should listenRob Fegan shares the exact 4-phase framework he used to transform his Microsoft partner business from zero to millions in annual revenue—and how SMB partners can replicate this success even as "small fish" in a 30,000-person sales ecosystem.Learn how to leverage Microsoft's Commerce Incentives Fund to access thousands in funded engagements per customer, essentially getting Microsoft to pay you to deploy their solutions while you focus on high-margin services.Discover why connecting with AI specialists (not just AEs) is the key to unlocking Microsoft's FY26 priorities, and how to position your messaging so Microsoft's field teams become your biggest sales asset instead of just another vendor relationship.You're running a solid Microsoft partner business, delivering real results for clients, but you feel completely invisible to Microsoft's massive sales organization. You watch bigger partners effortlessly access pipeline opportunities, co-sell motions, and vendor support while you're stuck fighting for scraps. You know the opportunity is there—Microsoft has 30,000 salespeople who could be feeding you qualified leads—but you have no idea how to cut through the noise when you're just a 1-10 person shop.In this episode, I sit down with Rob Fegan from RYZE Partners who spent 15 years building and scaling Microsoft partner businesses before a successful exit. Rob breaks down his proven 4-phase framework that turns Microsoft's field teams into your biggest sales asset, even as a small partner. We dive into the four critical areas most partners get wrong, why SMB partners are suddenly Microsoft's top priority after years of enterprise focus, and the specific funded programs that can inject thousands of dollars per engagement into your business. If you're tired of being stuck, overlooked, and sidelined while bigger partners dominate the conversation, this episode gives you the exact playbook to change that.About Rob FeganRob Fegan is the founder of Venvito and co-founder of RYZE Partners, where he helps Microsoft SMB partners go from invisible to in-demand. After 15+ years in the Microsoft ecosystem, Rob built his own Microsoft practice from zero to millions in annual revenue before a successful exit. Now he's on a mission to help 10,000 Microsoft partners escape what he calls "SOS Mode" - being Stuck, Overlooked, and Sidelined - through his proven frameworks for demystifying selling WITH Microsoft. Rob's approach has helped partners transform from vendor status to becoming Microsoft's go-to referral sources, turning field teams into their biggest sales asset.Resources and LinksRyze-partners.comVenvito.netRob's LinkedIn profilePrevious episode: 639 - How to Stop ChatGPT from Lying to You (AI PhD Reveals the Fix) with Garima AgrawalCheck out more episodes of the Paul Higgins PodcastSubscribe to our YouTube channel: @PaulHigginsMentoringJoin our newsletterSuggested...
Matthew 6:25 - “Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing?” (NKJV) 1. Bring your worries to God in prayer. Philippians 4:6 - Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. ( NLT) 2. Trade your worry for worship. Philippians 4:6-7 - Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. (NLT) 3. Focus your mind on the pure and positive things. Philippians 4:8 - And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. (NLT) Proverbs 4:23 - Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. (NIV) Romans 12:2 – Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. (NLT) Colossians 3:1-3 - Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. (NIV) Isaiah 26:3 - You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! (NLT)
“Chiefs who take a one-size-fits-all approach to leadership will ALWAYS end up failing.” Chief, today I'm diving into one of the most powerful models in business performance and leadership: the Fix, Reset, Grow, Change the Game journey map. This is the framework I use with almost every executive or organisation I coach. It gives you clarity, confidence and direction as a leader by showing you exactly where your business is, where it's heading, and what to do next.
Welcome to the Ekklesia Hattiesburg podcast. Find out more at https://www.ekklesiahattiesburg.com Luke 17:1-4 “Jesus said to his disciples, “Things that cause people to trip and fall into sin must happen, but how terrible it is for the person through whom they happen. It would be better for them to be thrown into a lake with a large stone hung around their neck than to cause one of these little ones to trip and fall into sin. Watch yourselves! If your brother or sister sins, warn them to stop. If they change their hearts and lives, forgive them. Even if someone sins against you seven times in one day and returns to you seven times and says, ‘I am changing my ways,' you must forgive that person.” Luke 17:5-10 The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” The Lord replied, “If you had faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,' and it would obey you. “Would any of you say to your servant, who had just come in from the field after plowing or tending sheep, ‘Come! Sit down for dinner'? Wouldn't you say instead, ‘Fix my dinner. Put on the clothes of a table servant and wait on me while I eat and drink. After that, you can eat and drink'? You won't thank the servant because the servant did what you asked, will you? In the same way, when you have done everything required of you, you should say, ‘We servants deserve no special praise. We have only done our duty.'””
This week on the She Rises podcast...What do you do when he suddenly goes quiet? You feel it! The emotional distance, the shift, the leaning out. Your instinct? Fix it. Prove your worth. Get closer. But what if the most powerful thing you could do... was nothing at all? In this episode, we explore what to do when someone pulls away… without chasing, closing off, or losing yourself in the process. If you’ve ever felt your nervous system spiral when a man leans out, this one is for you! Follow us on Instagram @sherises.podcast Join us in our Facebook forum
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to preview the upcoming SCOTUS term and the cases that will define our future, spanning LGBTQ+ rights, campaign finance, and excessive executive power at a time when the justices have a critical impact on law and policy. Then, the #Sisters castigate the Trump administration for making government agencies political by sending ICE into our communities, considering the militarization of our cities, and choosing convenient falsehoods over facts. They also discuss a recent ruling that resoundingly upholds the 1st Amendment for everyone of all backgrounds while in the United States. Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merch Additional #SistersInLaw Shows & Content Are Here! Check out Jill's New Politicon YouTube Show: Just The Facts Check out Kim's Newsletter: The Gavel Books & Upcoming Tour Events From The #Sisters Joyce's new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable, is now available for pre-order! Not only that, for a limited time, you have the exclusive opportunity to order a signed copy here! Also, don't miss her upcoming book tour! You can buy tickets on her Substack. Pre-order Barb's new book, The Fix! So, don't wait! You can also get Barb's first book, Attack From Within, here, now in paperback! Make sure you don't miss her ongoing tour! You can buy tickets at barbaramcquade.com for all upcoming shows. Add the #Sisters & your other favorite Politicon podcast hosts on Bluesky Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon. Support This Week's Sponsors Calm: Perfect your meditation practice and get better sleep with 40% off a premium subscription when you go to calm.com/sisters Fast Growing Trees: Fall is planting season! Get up to half off on select plants and other deals, plus 15% off your first purchase when you use the code SISTERS at checkout at fastgrowingtrees.com Osea Malibu: Get 10% off your order of clean beauty products from OSEA Malibu with free samples, as well as free shipping on orders over $50, when you go to oseamalibu.com and use promo code: SISTERS10 Factor: Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/sil50off and use code sil50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year! Get More From The #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Bluesky | Twitter | University of Alabama Law | Civil Discourse Substack | MSNBC | Author of “Giving Up Is Unforgiveable” Jill Wine-Banks: Bluesky | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | Just The Facts YouTube Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Bluesky | Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | The Gavel Newsletter | Justice By Design Podcast Barb McQuade: Bluesky | Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC | Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America
This week's New to Lou Too feature is the BurnBuster Fire Sachet! A quick, safe solution for extinguishing dangerous oil and grease pan fires in residential kitchens, effective for use on up to 1 gallon of hot oil. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.
It's another HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini and Jim Hanlon, Owner of Chicago Firewood Company, who shares the many options they offer. Let Chicago Firewood cater to all your firewood needs by visiting chifirewood.com or call (872) 327-9728.
Robert Wesselhoff, Owner of LintFighters, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini to share why they are the dryer vent cleaning specialists and how they can protect your home from fire. Learn more at lintfighters.com or schedule a cleaning by calling (844) 546-8911.
Michael Boudart, President of Lindemann Chimney, Heating & Cooling, joins HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini live at their facilities for Lou's Fire Safety Show! They discuss how important it is to have your chimney inspected and cleaned going into the colder months. Schedule your fireplace and furnace cleanings now at Lindemann.com.
Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with Lou's Fire Safety Show, offering great advice for homeowners and special guests, including Jim Hanlon, Owner of Chicago Firewood Company, Robert Wesselhoff, Owner of LintFighters, Michael Boudart, President of Lindemann Chimney Heating and Cooling, and more!
Special guest Jane Leavy joins Eric to discuss her book 'Make Me Commissioner - I Know What's Wrong with Baseball and How to Fix it'. They talk about the decline of baseball's popularity, the impact of analytics on the game, and ways to make the game more exciting again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Special guest Jane Leavy joins Eric to discuss her book 'Make Me Commissioner - I Know What's Wrong with Baseball and How to Fix it'. They talk about the decline of baseball's popularity, the impact of analytics on the game, and ways to make the game more exciting again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Is Tylenol really safe?With all the dramatic discussions online about acetaminophen, autism, and potential side effects (that include liver failure risks), my clients have been asking my opinion. The truth is somewhere in the middle because, as with anything – over-the-counter medications like this, herbs or even nutritional supplements – there are pros and cons.Nothing is risk–free.In this episode, I'm breaking down what acetaminophen does in your body, what it depletes (super important!), stats on side effects, and what to consider before reaching for it—plus some supportive options and cleaner alternatives.⭐️Mentioned in This Episode:- See all the references
Victoria says…“That is so gross!”And it might be. If you don't like eggs.My name is Mr. Twenty Twenty.That's the length of a daydream.And daydreams don't manifest.They dissipate.Remember, don't make the Mind Movie Mistake…Because movies feel good then fade away.That's why I am BIG into…One Sip Simple.Watch the video…Notice how I surrendered into a BLINK…That's what we call an Author moment.It's the blink where the Producer…The spark meets the Author…The one who writes the final One Sip Simple scene.The Author writes the final scene.And the final scene is easy…if you begin with,“Wouldn't it be cool?” And you let it be something - simple and sweet.Anyway… Tat's from Neville Goddard's Four Mighty Ones.More on that later.Reach out if you want more. I have a really cool little chart you'll love…And I'm writing two books and designing a course on The Core Four right now.So let's get gross.Here's what I do.I crack a duck egg into my cup.Not just any egg.A duck egg.Because I found these wonderful local farmers…A local couple who are amazing.They sell me duck eggs at chicken egg prices.And they're huge.So I crack one into my coffee cup…Then I grab this little gadget — a spring whisk.Four bucks at Kohls's.It's like my best friend.Still grody… Because it's got some egg on it.Anyway. Gross.But here's what I've noticed…Order matters.Cup first.Egg goes in.Spring whisk goes up and down.Thirty-nine seconds.Not less. Not more.Much less, and it's egg-drop soup coffee. Gross.Much more, it gets frothy and never settles. Gross.But at the exact right amount of time?I can feel it.Right then.Ahhh.That release.Then I add the hot water.Shake like hell.And what comes out is glorious.That's why I'm sharing this today.Because manifesting is the same.Same ingredients.Wrong order = gross.Right order = glory.And just like using the spring whisk…Some people stop too soon.Some people go way too long.Both get gross results.Neville gave formulas for a reason.We keep exploring them.Neurology.Biology.Nature.The sacred order shows up everywhere.And here's the deal…Most people won't even bother cracking a duck egg into coffee.Much less test the order.And I'm fine with that.This is just something I enjoy.In the “real” world?I imagined being the Kung Fu King.And suddenly I lost all interest in carbohydrates.And I'm not blaming the diet.I'm not blaming the eggs.What I noticed is this:Two years ago I was functionally crippled.Walking stick.Painkillers.Two hip replacements looming in my future.Now?I do Kung Fu - Wu Shu on the staircases I used to avoid.That tells me something.Not diet.Not time.Not technique.I changed.In the twinkle of an eye.You've got a choice to make today…You can make stuff up on your own.Crack an egg in coffee, slam it back.Gross!Or you can follow Sacred Order.Whisk it just right.Enjoy the richness and gobble up the glory.Same with manifesting.Stop too soon? Soup. It never feels real.Go too long? Froth. Because daydreams dissipate.That's the Mind Movie Mistake. Fix that with the first 2 videos at HowToFeelitReal.comAnd if you're ready for some real fun…Go to ManifestingMasteryCourse.com the 90-day adventure.At least grab the free videos at HowToFeelItReal.com.So you don't waste years making up your own recipe…and wondering why it's gross.That's my gift to you today.I'm Mr. Twenty Twenty.You've been enjoying the Power of Imagination Podcast.Where we explore one thing, and one thing only…The wonder-working power of the human imagination.And it all begins with that little Producer moment.“Wouldn't it be cool…”Blink.Producer meets Author.Possibility becomes Proof.And I already feel your comments,your emails, your thank-yous.See ya.
Join our Patreon to hear the FULL episode, AD FREE! http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU The factory floor is open, and this one gets… weird. We're talking: Tim Hortons serving canned chicken (?!?!) Amazon's latest suggestion: a 3-pack of camel toe concealers (don't ask, don't click) Which Grand Slam tennis cocktail is the GOAT “Pick Your Poison”: cursed martinis featuring hot dog water, Pepto-Bismol, and an O'Henry bar on a stick AMA time: how we actually prep for movie reviews This is the feral, too-sweaty-for-YouTube energy that only P-Hounds get.
After analyzing 6,500+ sales calls, I found there are only 3 objections that actually matter…And none of them are “I need to think about it,” “too expensive,” or “I'll ask my spouse.”In this episode you'll learn how to spot and solve:1️⃣ Desire — “I don't truly want what I said I want.”Use early value anchoring: “If we could get you to the outcome you described, would an investment around $5k make sense—or should I point you to a free starter resource instead?”2️⃣ Belief — “I don't believe I can do it.”Ask commitment checks: “Nothing else has worked—why will this be different?” “When it gets hard, will you lean in for support?”3️⃣ Trust — “I don't believe you/your system can get me there.” Fix before price: professional presence, targeted social proof, and a dialogue-based prescription (tie each pillar of your offer to what they said earlier).You'll also get:– The pre-close tie-down that makes price easy– Simple phrasing to neutralize stalls without pressure– Why better marketing & pre-call priming reduce trust objectionsThis isn't about being salesy. It's coaching during the sale so prospects make the best decision for themselves.NEXT: If you're serious about scaling your health coaching without the grind or guesswork, then watch the Million Dollar Health Coaching Roadmap on our Youtube → https://youtu.be/xwSu1f1za6QIt's the full plan to grow from $0 to $1M+ as a health expert or coach.
Fix-and-Flip is DEAD? Why New Construction CRUSHES Your Flipping Returns (and How to Fund It!) Carlos Gonzalez transitioned from flipping over 100 houses a year to becoming a developer. He explains why new construction is typically more profitable and easier to manage than dealing with the "unknowns behind the walls" of an old rehab. Plus, he previews his upcoming REL Summit on how to leverage everything to scale your business. The Land Due Diligence Trap: Don't buy a lot until you understand soil tests and buildability. Carlos shares the biggest mistake new investors make that leaves them stuck with unusable land. The Price of Capital: Is a 10.5% interest rate too high? Carlos breaks down why hard money for a short-term flip is a minuscule factor that drastically increases your cash-on-cash return and allows you to scale faster. The REL Summit Advantage: Learn how to fire the IRS (legally!), leverage your stock portfolio, and tap into other people's capital and resources at the Real Estate Leverage Summit in Tampa. Want to level up your scaling strategy? Grab your ticket for the REL Summit and connect with Carlos! Details at RELsummit.com. #RealEstateEntrepreneur #NewConstruction #PropertyEntrepreneur #InvestmentStrategy #HardMoneyLending #RealEstateMindset #RealEstateTips #BusinessGrowth #RealEstateSuccess #WealthBuilding #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyDevelopment #FixAndFlipTips #RealEstateEducation #TampaRealEstate #LeverageSummit #ConstructionFinance #RealEstatePodcast
Did you know the secret to scaling your Fix and Flip business to 47 projects isn't creativity, but being BORING? We're revealing the "Blueprint" that saves time and thousands. The philosophy of "Boring is Scalable" and how to apply it to your rehabs: use a simple blueprint (same color, same granite) to maximize speed and margins. Why limiting your projects to 3–5 flips at a time can yield more money with less stress than running a massive operation (The Hurricane Harvey lesson). The hack to drastically cut site disposal costs with a single upfront investment (owning your own dump trailer!). Want to see our "low-stress" projects? Follow us for more insider tips and to see examples of properties we've scaled! ➡️ Follow for more tips! #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateTips #InvestmentStrategy #FixAndFlip #RealEstateMarket #BusinessGrowth #RealEstateMindset #RealEstateSuccess #RealEstateEducation #InvestingInRealEstate #PropertyEntrepreneur #RealEstateEntrepreneur #WealthBuilding #CashFlow #RentalProperties #RealEstatePodcast #FlippingHouses #ScalingBusiness #HomeRenovation
Help water find its level on your roster by joining Joe Pisapia, Pat Fitzmaurice and Derek Brown for their top fantasy football Week 5 waiver wire pickups of the 2025 NFL season. Will Houston Texans RB Woody Marks be worth the FAAB it will cost to acquire him? Is Minnesota Vikings RB Zavier Scott just a flash in the pan? Plus, could New York Giants QB Jaxson Dart be more than just a one-week streamer? The Pros pray for rain and fantasy difference-makers along the shores of Lake Erie! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00Fantasy Football Championship Belt Giveaway Winner - 0:00:39Fantasy Football Golden Toilet Giveaway - 0:01:18Waiver Wire Add of the Week: Woody Marks (RB - HOU) - 0:02:03Kenneth Gainwell (RB - PIT) - 0:07:13Blake Corum (RB - LAR) - 0:11:04Brashard Smith (RB - KC) - 0:11:26Zavier Scott (RB - MIN) - 0:12:40Drops: Tank Bigsby (RB - PHI) & Brian Robinson Jr. (RB - SF) - 0:14:01Hard Rock Bet - 0:15:47Troy Franklin (WR - DEN) - 0:17:17Jalen Coker (WR - CAR) - 0:18:51Romeo Doubs (WR - GB) - 0:21:26Jayden Higgins (WR - HOU) - 0:25:11Darius Slayton (WR - NYG) - 0:27:18Jalen Tolbert (WR - DAL) - 0:29:25Isaiah Bond (WR - CLE) - 0:30:39Drops: Tyquan Thornton (WR - KC) & Tre Tucker (WR - LV) - 0:33:28StitchFix - 0:34:47 Week 5 Streamers - 0:35:59Sam Darnold (QB - SEA) - 0:36:11Jaxson Dart (QB - NYG) - 0:36:52Dalton Schultz (TE - HOU) - 0:37:40Theo Johnson (TE - NYG) - 0:38:06Cleveland Browns D/ST - 0:39:05Arizona Cardinals D/ST - 0:39:36Spencer Shrader (K - IND) - 0:40:06Chad Ryland (K - ARI) - 0:40:24FantasyPros Waiver Central - 0:41:27DBro's Top-5 Waiver Wire Adds - 0:41:49Fitz’s Top-5 Waiver Wire Adds - 0:42:11Outro - 0:44:45 Helpful Links:Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA)Stitch Fix - Stitch Fix sends you a Fix box with clothes that actually fit and make sense for your life— work, weekends, whatever. It saves you time—you look great and you don’t even have to think about it. Try it all on in the comfort of your home. Keep what works, send back the rest—free shipping and returns, always. And no subscription required. Plus, get a free try-on for your first Fix! Get started today at stitchfix.com/fantasypros to get $20 off your first order—and they’ll waive your styling fee. My Playbook - Sync your league instantly to My Playbook to get custom advice on how to manage your team throughout the season. See your league’s top available players, power rankings, and more for free! Check the “Are They Playing” tool each week to get the latest game-day availability odds for all injured players. If you’re premium – you unlock all kinds of helpful waiver, trade, lineup and league analysis tools. You can even auto-start your team’s optimal lineup each week with Auto-Pilot. Sync your league and dominate every week of the season with My Playbook at fantasypros.com/myplaybook or on the FantasyPros App Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(3:00) Norvell Monday presser summary(7:00) Should they have gone for two? Any chance Virginia "beats them twice"(15:00) Most impactful play vs Virginia(24:00) Did they look ahead?(26:00) Fix scheme or coach up their confidence?(31:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(44:00) Defense under the microscope(1:00:00) Should FSU stop playing big name teams in openers(1:15:00) Tricky dynamic to schedule?Music: Trick Daddy - Shut Upvitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free! Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code WAKEUP at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/WAKEUP #Bruntpod Download the Underdog app today and sign up with promo code WARCHANT to score fifty dollars in Bonus Funds when you play your first five dollars. Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
(3:00) Norvell Monday presser summary(7:00) Should they have gone for two? Any chance Virginia "beats them twice"(15:00) Most impactful play vs Virginia(24:00) Did they look ahead?(26:00) Fix scheme or coach up their confidence?(31:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(44:00) Defense under the microscope(1:00:00) Should FSU stop playing big name teams in openers(1:15:00) Tricky dynamic to schedule?Music: Trick Daddy - Shut Upvitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free! Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code WAKEUP at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/WAKEUP #Bruntpod Download the Underdog app today and sign up with promo code WARCHANT to score fifty dollars in Bonus Funds when you play your first five dollars. Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today I'm joined by Joseph Agresta, Jr., Chair of the Mercedes-Benz Dealer Board. We get into why his top salespeople are fluent in Korean, the future of Mercedes EVs in a post–tax credit market, and how outdated incentive structures are frustrating customers — plus plenty more along the way. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Podium - Don't miss another lead. With Podium's AI BDC, dealerships are seeing an 80% increase in after-hours appointments by handling leads 24/7. Instantly respond to inquiries, book test drives, and let your team focus on what matters: closing deals. Learn how Podium can help you sell more cars @ https://www.podium.com/car-dealership-guy 2. vAuto - As the industry's premier provider of end-to-end inventory management solutions, vAuto gives every dealer—from a single point store to the largest groups—the data, insights and tools they need to maximize returns from the new and used vehicle inventory investments. Known for its game-changing inventory management innovations, vAuto provides AI-powered predictive data science to help dealers see their future and consistently make the right, ROI-minded decisions with every vehicle they appraise, acquire, price and retail. Learn more @ https://www.vauto.com/contact-us/#requestDemo 3. Nomad Content Studio - Most dealers still fumble social—posting dry inventory pics or handing it off without a plan. Meanwhile, the store down the street is racking up millions of views and selling / buying cars using video. That's where Nomad Content Studio comes in. We train your own videographer, direct what to shoot, and handle strategy, to posting, to feedback. Want in with the team behind George Saliba, EV Auto, and top auto groups? Book a call at http://www.trynomad.co Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 01:34 What does the Mercedes Board Chair do? 02:38 History of Benzel-Busch Motor Car? 05:54 Biggest EV market challenges and strategies? 13:09 How do brokers impact the market? 24:52 Using AI for business efficiency how? 29:03 Best lead conversion strategies? 33:09 How to improve manufacturer-dealer relations? 50:22 Ultra luxury market insights? 53:11 Future outlook for the auto industry? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
It's October at the Cafe, and Elisabeth and Tracy got to sit down with Meg Bowles—co-author of the New York Times bestseller How to Tell a Story—to explore why stories power so much of our work and lives. In Book Buzz, they spill what got underlined and dog-eared (stakes, structure, callbacks, and more) in today's book. And for Q&A, they tackle the evergreen trap: jumping to solutions before we've even named the problem. 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - What's on the Menu? 02:11 - Book Buzz How To Tell A Story 15:15 - Q&A "How do you handle the impulse to jump to solution?" 27:37 - Featured Guest Meg Bowles 01:01:40 - Upcoming Events Lean Construction Congress New England Lean Summit Virtual Lean Coffee Discussion of Picture Yourself a Leader Hosted by the Michigan Lean Consortium:
Title: The Big Backyard UltraSpeaker: Rob BerrethScripture: Hebrews 12:1-2Episode Overview:In Hebrews 12:1–2, the Christian life is pictured as an endurance race—not a sprint, but a lifelong marathon of faith. In this episode, we explore how God equips us to keep running with perseverance by providing both encouragement from the “great cloud of witnesses” and the ultimate focus—Jesus Christ, the author and perfecter of our faith. We'll look at what it means to cast off every weight, lay aside besetting sins, and fix our eyes on Jesus who endured the cross for the joy set before Him. This is a call to run faithfully, not in our own strength, but with the confidence that Christ Himself will carry us across the finish line.Key Highlights:• The Race Set Before Us – Every believer is called to run the race of faith with endurance.• The Cloud of Witnesses – Past and present believers testify that it can be done, cheering us on in faithfulness.• Casting Off Hindrances – We are called to lay aside not only sin, but even good things that weigh us down from pursuing Christ.• Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus – He is both the forerunner who shows us how to run and the finisher who ensures we reach the goal.• Future-Focused Faith – Just as Jesus endured the cross for the joy ahead, we too are strengthened by the eternal reward promised to us.Call to Action:Ask yourself, what race has God set before me right now? What sins or weights need to be laid aside so you can run unhindered? Fix your eyes on Jesus daily, not on your failures or distractions, but on the One who has already secured your victory. Endure with hope, knowing you are not running alone—and that Christ Himself will bring you safely to the finish line.Redeemer Church211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226www.redeemernw.org
KTLA's morning host Kacey Montoya talks to Andy about her amazing blue eyes, plus her spay 'n' neuter nonprofit Fix'n Fidos. A pro-Trump California dentist went viral for joking about giving her patients worse care if they aren't Trump supporters, and a Chicago dentist, who was confused for the California dentist in an attempted cancelation, is speaking out. Plus, we head to LA ComicCon to hang with the nerds. South Bay comedian Granison Crawford is in studio to talk about using the Metro in LA instead of driving, plus doing comedy in Cali. Also, horrifyingly, one in five adult Americans get their news from TikTok.
Prepare for your new obsession The Fix. This brand new episode features your beauty agony aunts, Kelly & Amy, who don't shy away from solving the awkward, embarrassing, and absolutely essential dilemmas you're too embarrassed to ask anyone about. This episode covers the real, honest stuff: the unspoken rules around cosmetic injectables, a very hairy boyfriend situation, and the case of the office hand cream thief. Plus, we're serving up our Beauty Edit with all the news you need to know from the beauty world this week. EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 'If you love matcha, I hate to be the bearer of bad news' SKKN By Kim GET IN TOUCH: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Our Q&A episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note on Instagram! CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Amy Clark The Beauty Edit Hosts: Cassandra Green & Sophie Campbell Producer: Sophie Campbell Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killing the Golden Goose — Why Tinkering Hurts (and How to Stop)Ever “improved” your business and watched revenue dip? This episode is about the Tinker phase—when a little success gives you a little freedom…and you accidentally starve the golden goose that got you here. I unpack the three ways owners drag healthy businesses down:Fiddling for “better.” Endless tweaks to offers, pricing, scripts, and schedules without evidence. Fix: install a change discipline—a monthly change window, small A/B tests, a simple decision log, and a weekly dashboard (leads, show/close rate, ARPU, churn, CSAT).Neglect via distraction. A shiny side project steals your best hours while the core engine slows. Fix: a Minimum Care Plan—a daily Owner's Power Hour (one growth action before anything else), a crisp scorecard cadence, 10-minute SOPs for recurring tasks, and one Primary-in-Command with clear escalation thresholds.Blowing it up. Panic leads to firing staff, scrapping models, or rebranding from scratch. Fix: a 30–60–90 recovery—stabilize, repair what worked, then improve surgically (one test at a time).You'll leave with a practical cadence to keep speed, protect consistency, and grow without self-sabotage—plus three quick actions to run this week: schedule a monthly change window, add a daily Power Hour, and pick one metric to protect every Friday.Connect with Chris Cooper:Website - https://businessisgood.com/
Welcome to Season 2 of the Orthobullets Podcast. Today's show is Podiums, where we feature expert speakers from live medical events. Today's episode will feature Dr. Justin Zumsteg and is titled "Distal Ulna Fractures: When to Fix and When to Ignore."Follow Orthobullets on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInYouTube
This week's New to Lou Too feature is Pepper Pong! A portable game that crosses pickleball and ping pong. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.
Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with great advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!
In this episode of the PPC Den Podcast, Michael Erickson Facchin and Clifford Donovan unpack five practical fixes for messy Amazon accounts. They cover how to really track where your budget goes, the pros and cons of AMC audiences, when auto campaigns can be effective, the hidden risks of product targeting, the impact of “previously viewed” placements, and how to approach Creator Connections.If you're looking to clean up your Amazon PPC strategy and stay profitable in 2025, this conversation gives you the clarity and tools you need.We'll see you in The PPC Den!
FCC chair Brendan Carr's “easy way or hard way” threat to TV broadcasters lit a censorship firestorm this week. Our Cato panel digs into the government's jawboning, broadcast licensees' “junior-varsity” First Amendment rights, and whether it's time to scrap the FCC altogether. Plus, the latest on AI regulation and the art of the TikTok deal.Featuring Gene Healy, Ryan Bourne, Brent Skorup and Jennifer HuddlestonBrent Skorup, "Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC, and Why Broadcasters Still Have “Junior Varsity” First Amendment Rights," September 19, 2025.Ilya Somin, "Abolish the FCC," September 18, 2025.David Inserra and John Samples, "Kimmel Cancellation a Dangerous Sign for Free Speech," September 24, 202Jennifer Huddelston, "Trump's TikTok Reprieve Won't Fix the Law's Free Speech Problems," February 3, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Have you tried maca root for perimenopause, menopause, manopause (low T), adrenal fatigue, or hormone imbalances and felt like it didn't work—or even made things worse? While it's often marketed as a universal hormone balancer, not all maca is created equal. Different types of maca root affect the body in very different ways, so using the wrong kind can actually worsen symptoms triggering anxiety, acne, or energy crashes.In this episode, Dr. Deanna Minich, PhD—nutrition scientist and educator —returns to unpack the science behind maca's many forms. With over 20 years of experience in both academia and the natural health industry, Dr. Minich shares…
Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D'Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today's automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Autumn Ross, CFO of Ewing Auto Group, and Brittany Newcomer, VP of Sales at Corpay This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by Corpay: Corpay - Corpay is transforming how dealerships handle payments. We help you save time, score big rebates, and ditch manual headaches — all while syncing directly with your DMS. Trusted by dealerships coast to coast, Corpay is here to rev up your efficiency and profitability. Don't settle for “good enough” in your AP. Visit @ https://www.corpay.com and see what Corpay can do for your bottom line. Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 0:45 How do robots transform service departments? 1:37 Ewing's key tech advancements? 4:47 Biggest expense management challenges? 9:36 Why transition to digital systems? 12:35 How Core Pay solved problems? 18:51 Best fraud prevention strategies? 23:57 Biggest digitization challenges and recommendations? 30:51 Benefits of digital payment processes? 40:51 Shifting from checks to cards? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Chris Duffin sits down with world-renowned hybrid athlete, elite performance coach, and bestselling author, Kris Gethin. Known for redefining boundaries in fitness—from professional bodybuilding to Ironman triathlons and ultra-marathons—Kris has become a leading voice in the world of health optimization, biohacking, and longevity. Chris and Kris dive deep into topics ranging from overcoming self-doubt and societal expectations, building resilience through discipline, navigating the world of peptides and biohacking, and the evolving landscape of fitness—from chasing aesthetics to prioritizing healthspan and longevity. Kris also discusses the mission behind his new supplement line, Unmatched, aimed at bridging the gap between performance and well-being without sacrificing long-term health. 8/ High performers want quick fixes (double the supplements, peptides, biohacks). Kris's advice?
In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, I sit down with Anu to explore how gut health impacts everything from energy and motivation to inflammation, mental health, and recovery.We dive into how your microbiome diversity shapes performance, why intentional eating matters more than most people realize, and how stress, exercise, sleep, and even mindset play key roles in gut health. Anu also shares her MBHR framework: Microbiome, Brain, Hormones, and Reframing mindset, and real patient stories that highlight how small, consistent changes can transform health.If you've ever struggled with fatigue, brain fog, cravings, or stubborn inflammation, this conversation will help you understand why your gut may be the missing link, and what you can do to fix it.Key Takeaways-- Gut diversity fuels motivation, dopamine, and higher performance.-- Intentional eating is one of the fastest ways to change gut health.-- Stress disrupts digestion, raises cortisol, and drives belly fat.-- Exercise reduces inflammation, boosts digestion, and supports microbial diversity.-- Gut imbalances influence cravings, brain fog, and mood.-- Targeted probiotics and prebiotics work — but not all strains help.-- Sleep and gut health are directly connected to cravings and insulin resistance.-- Food is either poison or medicine — cut triggers like sugar, gluten, and processed oils.-- The gut is the lead domino: fix it and you improve inflammation, weight, pain, and clarity.Gut health isn't just about digestion; it's about energy, clarity, recovery, and long-term vitality. Fix your gut, and you set the foundation for everything else.Links:DERRICKTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@drderrickInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrickANU:Buy her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Flourish-Within-Feed-Lifelong-Health/dp/1954493797/ref=sr_1_1?crid=9Z49DJGUXZTJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kU7039-KFUhIHFg1Bnfc_syYtZkl3p_lrN1XOsYWxc1tN8OTrvwLud49ZtEIBefDWuc27ZRGlSurMIVr8TjbHcI_JzqgQiZYn4fj_7kuYG0Ng9cPow0tX3YvmjXpdC1ABJWiFaJAerr_dFxGgA7SggmStPW4VexQVDXw0i5GV6yn8paIzaFuSei3WzsI1zTTvmZCe9e9k7g5x9HQpBAQC7S1TPnQG0xyHgIecuegnws.uEqsN5zv2kS04bkIegNOaVNJvhrXBaroiWequAPsSAU&dib_tag=se&keywords=flourish+from+within&qid=1758677205&sprefix=flourish+f%2Caps%2C597&sr=8-1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9armsofwellness/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@BadMedicinePodcastWebsite:https://www.9armsofwellness.com/
Former Texans WR & Your NRG Stadium Game Day Host - Our Guy Cecil Shorts III Joins THE DRIVE to Talk these Texans & How to FIX them!! full 634 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 23:57:47 +0000 jGWkgbXXdiBhrRZwK67TxyDmwHtaoBM0 nfl,afc,cj stroud,houston texans,nick caserio,joe mixon,nico collins,demeco ryans,afc south,nfl news,texans,nfl week 4,texans news,stroud,mixon,nfl news notes,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,afc,cj stroud,houston texans,nick caserio,joe mixon,nico collins,demeco ryans,afc south,nfl news,texans,nfl week 4,texans news,stroud,mixon,nfl news notes,sports Former Texans WR & Your NRG Stadium Game Day Host - Our Guy Cecil Shorts III Joins THE DRIVE to Talk these Texans & How to FIX them!! 2-6PM M-F © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports
Today I'm joined by Whitney Yates Woods, Dealer Principal at Yates Buick GMC & Yates Mitsubishi. We discuss how the loss of her father pulled her from a successful real estate career into leading a single-point dealership, her bold leap into social media to drive sales, the decision to build a new store for a struggling brand, and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. CDK Global - - Managing inventory doesn't have to be a grind. Backed by over 50 years of CDK know-how and powered by next-gen AI tools, you'll price with confidence, merchandise like a pro, and move cars off the lot faster — all while boosting your bottom line. Learn more about the CDK Vehicle Inventory Suite @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/cdk-vehicle-inventory-suite 2. Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Learn more @ https://lotlinx.com 3. CDG Dealer Consulting – The right tech can make or break your dealership—so don't guess, and don't go it alone. Backed by insights from 500+ dealerships, CDG Dealer Consulting audits your tech stack, recommends the right products and vendors, and secures guaranteed best pricing. Our team then guides rollout and integration, helping you avoid costly mistakes and hit the ground running. Discover dealership tech that actually works @ http://www.cdgdealerconsulting.com Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 00:26 How the social media journey started 01:44 Taking over family business challenges 03:25 Key lessons from early challenges 06:41 Improving sales and service how? 16:51 Best brand building strategies? 20:05 Most creative marketing tactic? 23:51 Effective social marketing secrets? 26:12 Best customer engagement ideas? 33:56 Biggest future goals and challenges? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
In this episode, Adam is joined by Brand Revolt's creative director, Camden Bernatz, to discuss modern research—an approach that focuses on observing consumer behavior rather than relying on traditional surveys or focus groups. Because behavior is the most reliable indicator of a visitor's true intent, Adam argues that it has proven to be much more effective in predicting which content types will resonate with the target audience. They also talk about Camden's new book, Stop Asking For Pitches: 10 Rules to Fix the Client-Agency Relationship, a thorough guide on how destinations and agencies can collaborate to find long-term solutions to their marketing challenges. Subscribe to our newsletter! The Destination Marketing Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Adam Stoker and produced by Brand Revolt. If you are interested in any of Brand Revolt's services, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com or visit www.thebrandrevolt.com. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined Todd Martin from the VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They opened with some conversation about the latest in New Japan including a curious pick many are making for the G1 Climax winner, then move on to a review of AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, and a comparison of the two shows this week. Then Todd reviews the return of ROH with first-run content on TV with their Pure Title. From there, reviews of top happenings on Smackdown and Raw, plus coverage of last weekend's UFC and Bellator events, plus a preview of this weekend's fights. And finally, an in-depth review of Al Snow's biography that came out last year full of wild and funny behind the scenes stories about his decades in pro wrestling.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today I'm joined by Jason Swiech, Product Marketer at CDK Global. We discuss what top-performing dealers are doing in the F&I office, why double-entry data is crushing customer satisfaction, the add-on products flying off the shelves and much more. Read CDK Global's 2025 F&I Shopper Study mentioned in the episode here: https://www.cdkglobal.com/insights/new-report-shows-shifts-fi-trust This episode is brought to you by: 1. Repair360 - If you're in the used car business, you know wasted time is wasted money. Check out Repair360—the first and only reconditioning software that connects every function in the dealership to tighten recon and help you sell more cars — No more hounding vendors. Goodbye endless texts and hallway chases. Repair 360 connects all the dots. See where every car is and what its recon is costing minute-to-minute in real time. Go to https://www.repair360.com 2. Cox Automotive - Omnichannel isn't a buzzword anymore—it's the playbook winning dealers are running. In a world where the buyer journey is more fragmented than ever, the most successful dealers are connecting the dots—online, in-store, and everywhere in between. The result? Smoother deals, faster turnarounds, and serious lift at the bottom line. Nearly 80% of omnichannel dealers are seeing higher close rates, and you can too. Want in? The Omnichannel Dealership—a new guide from Cox Automotive—breaks it all down. Click the link to download it now free. @ https://www.coxautoinc.com/retail/omnichannel-dealership 3. CDK Global – Managing inventory doesn't have to be a grind. Backed by over 50 years of CDK know-how and powered by next-gen AI tools, you'll price with confidence, merchandise like a pro, and move cars off the lot faster — all while boosting your bottom line. Learn more about the CDK Vehicle Inventory Suite: https://www.cdkglobal.com/cdk-vehicle-inventory-suite Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 00:08 What is Jason's role at CDK? 01:24 Current F&I trends in dealerships? 02:03 Why is F&I process critical? 04:29 Digital retailing's impact on F&I? 06:11 Key F&I survey insights? 07:14 Solving F&I workflow challenges? 18:59 F&I manager compensation structure? 22:33 Digital vs paper in F&I? 25:42 Future predictions for F&I? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Is running a dental practice the most stressful part of your life? Does hiring and retaining the right people seem impossible? Do you question whether dentistry was the right choice for you? Kiera reflects on DAT's recent CEO Dentist Webinar, including what dental leadership ideally looks like — from an individual and team perspective. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Kiera Dent (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera. And today I am so giddy to be recording this podcast. If you missed it, you missed out. We did our CEO dentist webinar workshop and it was so rad. We did it in August and just kudos to all the doctors that were there. If you missed it, you're in luck. I'm going to give you the highlight reel. But I really hope that you plan to join us. It was a three day, ⁓ full playful out workshop that I just thoroughly loved. had doctors. joining us every single night and really just having that mindset shift of how do I go from being this day in day out operator to a CEO owner of my business? Like what are the things that I really should be doing as a CEO versus what should I be doing as a founder? Like how do we shift that mindset? And we did it based on our proven model, the yes model. You guys have heard me chat about that. The focusing on you and your vision, earnings and profitability, and then systems and team development. So it was just really, really fun. This really was something to help. Honestly, like afterwards, had so many calls with so many people that were there. And it was just joyful because they said, Kiera, I really want to learn how to be the CEO. Like as you talked about it, I finally understood like what my role should look like and how I should be evolving. And so just really fun. So just want to say thanks for our entire team. Thanks to everybody who joined. And for all of you, if you didn't ⁓ get to be there, you missed out. It was like full blown. And I did a little surprise. I wasn't expecting it, but I actually ended up ⁓ like doing an after party and it was really fun to just have real conversations. So ⁓ really, truly just a highlight. And today I'm going to kind of like break this down into what we did. I'll give a couple of highlights from each day of just for you to kind of get the highlight reel of it. And then, Hey, if you ever want to chat about how to become the CEO dentist of your practice, this is what we're doing for a lot of offices. I've kind of been shifting our model to help dentists and teams really elevate to have practices that run with team. leadership to have dentists to truly run in their realm of being that healthcare provider that you love and or exiting and going out of the chair. No, there's no set path. It's your path and really helping dentists ⁓ just elevate to that level of like, do I own this business and not have it own me? So just super jazz. That's what we're working on. Just really, really, really fun and exciting things and getting your team bought into this as well. So with that, I'm just excited. Welcome. If you're new to the podcast, I'm Kiera. It's super nice to meet you. ⁓ I love all things dentistry, including my last name is Dent. ⁓ I came from self-made, ⁓ being able to help practices grow to the level, the growth, the fulfillment, the joy that they want, helping doctors and teams align. And this is coming from real life, all of my experiences, all of our collective experience of our consulting team, bringing you tactical practical tips to make your life and your business work for you and not against you. So with that, ⁓ was just a jazz. Like it was so fun. So the first day we really talked about, ⁓ just some topics of like who can relate. So if you can relate to this great, this podcast is for you. number one is running a dental practice is the most stressful part of your life. hiring and retaining the right people seems almost impossible. Some months so great. Others feel like you're drowning. Your patients are canceling last minute, leaving your team and you helpless. know how to be a dentist, but you have no clue how to run a business. You're alone with your problems. You question if dentistry was the right choice for you. You feel like everyone has it together, but you don't. ⁓ and I hope if you answered yes to any of those questions, you realize that truly, truly, truly, you're not alone. And every single dentist feels this at some point and some survive and others thrive. And so the whole goal of the CEO Dennis workshop was to help you thrive. And so on the first day we really went through like, what exactly is a CEO? I remember there was this aha moment in my career where I'm like, what does a CEO actually do? I'm not joking, I Googled this and I was like, what is a CEO? Like, what do they do? And it was a good, I would say a good, ⁓ probably identity shift for me. To realize like a CEO is your chief executive officer. So like, this is the person who executes. So you oversee the execution of day to day, but you don't do it all. So your job is to lead the vision, plan for the future. Create and protect the culture and do big opportunities, but stay out of the weeds. Like that's genuinely what you're supposed to do. And a lot of dentists, we'll add one more Asherick. A lot of times you do the dentistry. Sometimes you do it full time and other times you hire associate dentists to do it with you. So like, that's what it means. It means you oversee. You think about a CEO of Amazon, they are not packing the boxes and shipping it out. They are not calling on all the customer service things. They are not creating the bots and the software. Their job is to look over the vision. Their job is to keep people accountable. Their job is to plan for the future, look for the big opportunities, ⁓ really truly protect the culture and stay out of the weeds. So I think when I looked at that, I'm like, how many dentists actually live like this? Probably not a lot. So what we did is we like went through an audit and then we worked on like the key foundation and this might feel a little fluffy and I'm sure some participants might have thought this, but if we don't get the you portion of the yes model correct, we can't say yes to things. The number one, and I purposely built the yes model in the pillars in the exact formula of you first earning second systems third. And if you will follow this model, you really truly can get there. And so what we talked about is how like how you show up as a leader directly impacts the success, the relationships, your financial and personal freedom and the overall happiness and fulfillment you have in your practice. So when I look at this, like, okay, great. You have to take care of you and We talked about like actually how to shift your identity. And so a lot of times people identify themselves today. But if you knew like Tony Robbins said, the strongest force in the human personality is the need to stay consistent with how we define ourselves, not who we actually are, but how we define ourselves. So what we actually had ⁓ everybody doing the workshop on day one was to create this new identity of being the CEO dentist. Like what would the CEO dentist do or not do? ⁓ you're still checking charts at night. What a CEO handle end of day task like that. Yes or no. No one's held accountable. What does CEO allow chaos to become culture? Your team's just clocking in. How would a CEO reignite motivation? You're bleeding cancellations. How would a CEO oversee the systems to prevent that? Your schedule's full, but your profits don't show it. How would a CEO fix that? Cashflow is unpredictable. How would a CEO create stability? You're doing busy work and have no time to look at the big picture. How would a CEO solve it? So just again, it's like when we shift our identity, not from who you are, but to a CEO. So I now am, I'm not Kiera, I'm not dentist Kiera. I am now, you guys, I was never dentist Kiera. I was dental assistant Kiera, I'm consulting Kiera. But for you, like you're dentist John, you go in, you do the fillings, you are this practice owner. But what would CEO John or CEO Kiera or CEO Sarah or CEO Marsha or CEO Tom or CEO Tony or CEO Kevin, what would they do or not do? And when you can shift this identity, you can actually start to see, and you can look at the delegation ladder. And we talked about the delegation ladder of what tasks, because when you're a small business versus when you expand and become a larger business, you actually have different, like it's literally in a tier of what you're going to delegate and when, because as a founder is a new startup, as a CEO, you're doing a lot of the work. You don't have the cashflow. You can't afford it. You're going to do all the work. So at that point, that CEO is doing that. But as the practice builds and evolves, a lot of CEOs stay there and they don't actually evolve into delegating the tasks that they should be. And so when we go through the entire delegation ladder from like administrative tasks, a patient experience, treatment coordinator, and selling cases to marketing, to leadership, these are all the zones of where is your name out on that delegation ladder and where should it be based on the current size of your practice. And then what, even if you're small, what's your next hire? Well, first hires administrative tasks. So it's either a front office team member, it's a personal assistant, or it's an office manager. that's going to immediately delegate all of those front office tasks for you, but they're going to do all of that. And then you move into, you're doing the patient experience, you're doing the closing of the cases, you're doing the marketing, you're doing the leadership, like, but you, you offload that first and then you offload the next and the next and the next. And so really looking at this of like, we, it was really cute. We had this fairy godmother and it's like, you are now the CEO. It's time to be the CEO. And I think for us on day one of people just being highlighted of you now have this new identity. And so looking at it of when I look at this, what's standing in my way of being the CEO? What does my dream business look like? What does that vision timeline look like for me? And what must change now to become the CEO? So as you go through that, that was a quick recap of day one. And then we rolled right into day two, which day two is a lot more tactical. Day one's a bit more of you, you becoming and taking on this new identity. And I will tell you, when I got on calls afterwards, because it was actually real fun. We had a lot of calls, really excited to welcome the new offices to our company and to our group. And they're already shifting and changing. had some people text me after that of saying, I'm now committing to being the CEO dentist. And when you take and embody a new identity, like, because I thought through this and we were brainstorming as we were prepping this webinar or this workshop. And I thought, how am going to get people to recognize that the you portion is the most pivotal pillar of this whole success model? And how do get them to do it quickly? And I realized change identity is the fastest way to change. But like changing identity can feel hard. But if I tell you like, it's like putting on a t-shirt and I say, all right, today you're wearing CEO t-shirt. How are you going to act? Just like I can be Kiera, the executor. I can be Kiera, the consultant. I can be Kiera, the sales. I can be Kiera, the customer service. Those are just t-shirts and hats. But if I'm going to put on my main t-shirt, my main hat, I change my identity and I walk into that office every day. And I'm now the CEO dentist. you will start to act quicker and faster. It's just like the person who wants to get healthy read Atomic Habits. say what they do is they don't ask them to like become healthy. They say, what would a healthy person do? Well, they would walk to their car instead of driving and get the closest parking spot. They would eat snacks like celery sticks for snacks rather than other things. They would have their tennis shoes by the side of their bed. They would go walking every day. you don't, and that's how you'd be able to like, what would a CEO dentist do? What would a CEO dentist not do? That's how you can start to shift this identity and become that. So that was just a quick, like I said, quick recap of day one and then day two is just fun. It's about numbers. ⁓ Numbers are one of my favorite things because you've got to really understand numbers because numbers are your superpower. Not knowing your numbers, believe it or not, causes more stress than knowing them. Even if they're bad, even if they're good, not knowing because you're getting this constant fear of like, are they good? Do we have money? I don't know. It's also helping you make confident decisions. develops the steps of where you need to go. And it also helps you track progress to take action before it's too late. So really numbers to me are the proactive approach in a business rather than the reactive. And it's okay, it does not matter where we start. It always helps us then become more proactive as we're going through. So we went through KPI. So a key performance indicator, which one should you be looking at? What are some common ones? We went through stats and KPI spreadsheets, how we look at these, like what we need to do on the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly. So like daily we're looking at month. Today production collections, we only have that 98%. We also want to look at our end of day sheet, making sure we've got all of those procedures built out weekly. We're looking at our KPIs to review during doctor and OM weekly meetings. So looking at trends, creating action items before things get too late, like literally our entire team and our clients, they track stats every single week. Cause we're looking for trends. The offices that do this are always my profitable offices. The offices that don't are the not profitable. Like it is science though, like what you track and measure improves. So track. Monthly, you do your month and number review, like all the KPIs, what were the trends and what are we going to do better next month? Where are we at? I just talked to an office the other day. We realized we're a hundred thousand behind where we want to be for end of year. We have four months left or two months left or one mother, wherever you are. But if you plan and you look ahead. Four months, trying to make up a hundred grand is way easier to do than two months, trying to make up a hundred grand. So when we look at that and you just change the game, you change how we schedule, we change how we're going to do our block schedules. All of it is really easy, but if you don't look at this and you don't measure it. Huh, you're in stress. This is stress. ⁓ We look at our overhead, we look at our PNL, and then quarterly we look at our year to date, where are we at? What are the gaps? We're gonna set reach goals or quarterly goals, and then we track weekly and make sure we're on track for that. So we went through a monthly cost spreadsheet too. This is honestly my most favorite spreadsheet of all time. So legit, I love it, and it's here, and it's something that I have of what is our monthly BAM, our bare ACE minimum? What does it cost us to run the practice? on a high end, low end and where we currently are. So if I've got to scale and add more people, if I need to reduce in times of chaos or hard times, I at least know those numbers and that will give you so much confidence because now you've got a piece of the puzzle to then know what do we need to produce? What do we need to collect? We went through an overhead calculator and what are the benchmarks? What should my payroll be? What should my supplies be? Labs, advertising, all of that. What's my overhead? What's my doctor salary and where can I cut? Because the way to fix your numbers are three things. One, decrease what we're spending. That's one, two, increase production and three, increase collections. If our collections, cause you can be producing and if you're not collecting, guess what your overhead sky high strip, like that's a stressful zone. Just go collect the money. You've already done it. Collect the money. If we're not producing enough to cover our bills, well, we need to increase our production and build block schedules and different pieces like that to make sure what we need to produce for our practice is actually there. And then like looking at our costs, what can we cut? What things could be more efficient in? do we maybe need to delay a hire or do we need to make the hire? whatever it is, but knowing those areas, like that's where math becomes very fun. Numbers become fun. It's just a simple math equation. It's not hard. We're not going into algebra and geometry and calculus and all of that trig. No, it's literally simple, basic math where we can say, okay, this is what I'm making. This is what I'm spending. And this is what we're collecting. Which of those levers do I need to turn? And so showing offices how like collections matter and different pieces like going through an overhead calculator, had actual spreadsheets for KPIs, for a monthly cost spreadsheet, for our overhead calculator. All of that was actually really, really lovely. And then showing offices like we're aiming for you to be 20 % profitable after doctors paid, after all expenses are paid, 20 % profit is what we aim for with our practices. And so when you look at your profit, and if right now you're like, I don't even know profit, hey, let's chat. Let's talk about it because you gotta make the money and keep the money. We're gonna make sure we're not spending more money than we're making. And then we're prepping and preparing and we're working towards that profit margin. having cash flow, having profit at the end of the month will lower your stress radically. So we went through all that. We also had like a whole KPI checklist to have, and it was really fun because when we look at these numbers, this is where the stress stops. And we actually went through like a real life example with the people that were participating with us and they could quickly see, you don't even know this practice. Look at this KPI scorecard. What do you see and what should this practice take immediate action on? Again, a CEO hat, a CEO shirt. That person's going to look at the trends. They're not going to go dig into the weeds. Most of the time, they're going to look at this and say, okay, well, if my production's 160 and my collections are a hundred right now, even you listening on the podcast, you can tell that's my gap. We're producing 160, but we're collecting a hundred now that one succeed because we're putting in our numbers in gross, not net production. That's a problem. Fix that. Maybe our collections are good, but if we're producing that in net and we're only collecting a hundred thousand, that's a huge gap. What do we need to do to fix our collections? Our year to date collection presented 62%. You know right there. And when this office had an overhead of 85%, well, to me looking at that without even knowing this practice, they have a collections problem right there. They increase the collections, their overhead goes down, money instantly becomes available. So many offers like, here, we don't have the money. And I look and I'm like, you got 500,000 in AR, you've got the money. We just need to collect the money. You're producing well, your expenses are in line. Or other times like our expenses are high. Let's reduce that. Let's figure out how we can get it. So giving some parameters in that and really knowing like, when you look at as a quick review for you, do you actually use your numbers as super power? So one, do you have KPIs? Two, do you review them weekly? Three, does every team member have their own number and do they track them? So meaning like a number that's going to move the business forward that they know that they can impact that they own as ownership. Does your team know how they can impact the numbers? Do you know your overhead? Do you know what's in your AR right now? How much money is sitting out? And do you have a plan to get to ideal profit? So answering those questions really will help you kind of have an overview of, all right, got it. These are the things. And I will say for anybody, you want, we actually gave away a lot of these worksheets. So to anybody who scheduled the call. So if you're like, Hey, I'm just curious, like, how can you help me with like maybe my you portion, maybe my earning portion or the last person of systems and team development. Hey, schedule a call with us. I'm happy to share a lot of these spreadsheets with you in a lot of the pieces, because why not? I know you weren't there and I know you didn't get all of it. But I would love to help you out and I'd love to give you a lot of these resources. So book a call. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com or go to our website, TheDentalATeam.com click book a call. I think it's really something lovely to be able to help. And honestly, Hey, why not? You're going to get all the resources and we're to be able to give you a true roadmap for your practice. actually do. ⁓ it's about an hour long complimentary call where we actually go through your practice. give you a highlight, ⁓ of where to go. What are kind of the big pieces in your practice and then also give you resources. So really it's a no risk for you. ⁓ It's no pressure, just truly clarity and momentum. So, ⁓ and like I said, the KPI scorecard, the monthly spending, the overhead calculator, those types of things I think are just so powerful to be able to access those and to even see what you should or could be doing. So then as a wrap, day three of the workshop was so fun. It was one of my favorite days. Shout out to Eve, our marketer. She said, Kiera. I want you to really try something for me. And I'm all here for innovation creation. Like let's try something new. And she said on systems, I want us to do like a rapid fire. And so what we did, because what I found is one, you have the vision, you take on this, this, this new hat, new identity of I'm the CEO dentist. You now know that numbers are your superpower and you're going to use your numbers to not be used by your numbers. So you're to look at the numbers and we're going to see where are the gaps. whatever your numbers are. So the numbers need to lead to the vision and whatever numbers tell us, the numbers tell us a story. Just like that example I gave you, there was a collections problem. Well, great. If there's a collections problem, that's the system that we now go implement into a practice. So it's really, really great to see like, my gosh, I don't have to like eat this whole elephant. It's very simple based on the vision and the numbers to tell you which systems are broken, which systems are lacking and what things we need to implement, improve or optimize. So the last part was systems and Dental A Team, I I like cadences. like to see like a map. So I put 12 systems for the 12 months of the year. And some of you have heard these things in the past. You can look these up on our website. We've got lots of them, but basically just like, okay, what's my kind of outlook for every single month? So January's office management mastery and leadership, February's doctor optimization. So making sure like endo, CE, Botox, like whatever it is, we're just optimizing our doctor procedures in-house, looking to see what could we do to optimize that more. March is billing with ease, April's five-star patient experience, May is smooth sailing scheduling, June is maximized case acceptance, July is dynamite dental assistance, August is elevated hygiene, September is confident marketing, October is complete operations manual, so get that thing done, November is practice profitability, what we just discussed, and December, yes, pun intended, A-Team hiring and onboarding. So like a little calendar for you to, as you're going through as a CEO, Now you don't have to think of like, I've got to do all the systems. You've got a checklist of, all right, let me go look at this system. Let me go look at this system. Let me look at this category and see what could I optimize? What could we improve? What could we enhance? So what we did is we actually did a speed round and it was a yes or no. You weren't allowed to have anything gray and we had three questions under every system. So they went through 36 different areas of their practice and it was either yes or no to then say, how are your systems in those areas? So for example, and people were giving a zero out of three, a one out of three, a two out of three or a three out of three. So let's go to management mastery. This would be your office manager. I review weekly KPIs to ensure we're on track to hit goals. It's either a yes or no. There's no in between. My leadership team runs effective meetings and follows up on action items. Yes or no. know each team members receiving regular one-on-one coachings for growth monthly. Yes or no. And I'll give you a trickier one. Cause why not? Let's like, people were like, I was doing so good. And then I got into. Some of these other ones, so let me grab, let's do maximize case acceptance. This one would be our practice maintains at least a 75 % patient case acceptance and tracks it daily. Yes or no? You might be having that. And if you don't know, then it's a no. We have a solid follow-up system for unscheduled treatment and offer easy financing options. Yes or no? Next, visits are scheduled in the back office to help increase case acceptance. Yes or no? So what we did is there's so many things within every single system, but tried to break it down so people could quickly see. of the 12 systems, where am I maybe lacking to then maybe take execution and action and also as CEO. then no great. have a focus for every single month that I can really look at. I can have a checklist. I can look at this and then we actually take action to improve our practice consistently. So we worked through that. And then we said that the piece is we can talk about you as a leader. We can talk about money and profitability and systemization, but for excellent systems to stick. You have to have extraordinary leadership. And this is where it was like, but wait, what about the CEO dentist? Do I have to do all of this? And the answer is again, as a CEO, your job is to lead the vision, plan for the future, create and protect the culture, big opportunities and stay out of the weeds. That's your job. That's what you're supposed to do. And maybe we can add in their clinical dentistry if you want to, but like that is what you do. So for that, Britt and I actually then went into their, their two dimensions of leadership because we started thinking about this and in that delegation ladder, There is this zone of leadership and one side is going to be the executive and that's the future planning, the vision, the culture. Like that is truly the CEO dentist, but there's a split side to it. And the other side is the management side. So Britt and I actually make the yin and yang of the leadership team. I've got the executive side. Britt's got the management side. And management side is operations and systems, people, and then nitty gritty details. Britt is amazing at this. I'm amazing at vision and you need both of those pieces to work in harmony together. to have it and it's usually not the same person. And so helping people go through that and to see where am I strong? And as the CEO of your practice, you might actually flourish in the management side and that's a okay. You need to hire somebody who's a visionary next to you. Or you might be freaking awesome at the visionary side. You need a strong manager that does all the pieces that you are actually not naturally good at, nor should you be spending your time on to pair gently with you and perfectly with you. This way your practice can flourish and you can actually be the owner of your business rather than being owned by your business. So looking at this, was really like, where do you actually fall as a CEO dentist, executive leader? Where are you doing? What needs to change in your practice? And as we go through this for you to even kind of do an assessment of how am doing on my vision and owning and being the CEO dentist and that identity and truly sitting in that seat. Then what about my numbers and how's the profitability of my business, the future progress and growth? And then looking at my systems, how are we on those 12 systems? What needs to happen? And then on my executive leadership, am I on the visionary side or on the management side? And who do I need to have? And do I have a strong person? Is that the right person in the right seat there? Or does that need to be evolved? And so it's one of those pieces of like, we have all the pieces, like we, we know, but how do we actually make this go from like knowledge to action? And I think that was the piece of really helping people. ⁓ recognize that time is so fluid and so fast. And when I look back, I shared a story of where I truly was sitting in a room of a bunch of really smart business owners and I'm like, I don't even know what they're talking about. And I think so many times when we hear a podcast like this or we listen, we know we should be doing it, but we don't actually know how and we feel inferior. It's what we do is we just keep doing the same thing. And rather than that, I would maybe suggest you take a pause and you say, are you really the best person as a CEO to do this? Or... Is it maybe worth it to hire somebody who knows how to do it and has been there, done that and done it successfully to help you and your team. I really, really dislike coaching for myself. So that's why I built that only team the way I did. I don't like to be coached as the CEO and then have to try and take that back to my team. That's exhausting. There's things that I need to know. And there's things that my team needs to know. And that's actually why we built Dental A Team the way we did. We coach doctors and teams. We teach doctors how to be the executive. We teach you how to be the CEO, how to get out of the weeds, how to empower your team. And then we teach teams how to follow up so dentists can actually let go. We can build the leadership. We build the tracking. We build the numbers so you can sit there and confidently run your business rather than being ran by your business. And to think about like when I took the leap of faith to hire a coach, when I didn't know and was so scared to do it, I look, and that was six years ago that I hired her. And in those six years, things that happened like Dental A Team, has definitely grown. Like we have hundreds of clients that we're able to serve on a very personal intimate level. I was very adamant as we built this company that I would never go to a spot where people just felt like a number and not a person. And so being able to scale it to grow, because my mission is to positively impact the world of dentistry and to do it in the greatest way possible. Like truly, how do I do this, but make people still feel like a person and to be seen. So Dental A Team, you want to be here? If I would have not like taken the leap and. gotten the help that I needed and truly owned that I'm a CEO. I'm not expected to know everything. And I need to hire people that are smarter than me, better than me, and help me grow and optimize in areas that I don't even know. ⁓ My confidence wouldn't be here. My passion, the certainty of myself, my growth, my purpose, my freedom of life, like the life that I get to live now versus the life I was living, the ability to say yes to everything I need, want, and deserve. And that's why I built the yes model, because to help other doctors, other team members be able to say yes. to everything you need, want and deserve is life changing. That's why we've got the Yes model. And so for that, it was just a really fun, like it was such a beautiful thing to walk people through a complete workshop to help them see where am I at? And I hope today you took kind of the notes and you look to see like, am I at? And just know that being the CEO and owning your business is not a destination, but it's a journey. It's a space and you'll get more and more into that, but it's a forever evolution. You're never fully systematized. You're never always profitable. You're never always going to sit perfectly in the CEO seat. You're going to ebb and flow and it's just like a mountain and climbing the mountain. There's peaks and valleys and there's highs and there's lows and that's the game of business that we signed up for, but not doing it alone, not trying to figure it all out on your own, not trying to solve all the problems. I think is one of the most beautiful things. So if that resonates with you, we really talked about like joining consulting. is only for offices that want to thrive and not just survive. It's you want strong systems in your practice that work with or without you there. You want to improve your leadership skills and actually learn how to be the CEO dentist. You want to be the CEO dentist that you were meant to be. You want to have a team that enjoys their work and owns their work. You want to be with peers like other dentists, other office managers, other leadership teams that make you better. Not that of like comparison and competition, but out of true genuine lifting each other up. bringing part of a bigger community that's more that gives you hope, gives you help, gives you ⁓ benchmarks to look forward to, gives you ideas of how to do it differently and better. And you know that there must be a better, easier way because you know that there truly is. And so if that's something that you're interested in, like I'd love for you to reach out. Like I know you weren't able to attend the workshop. I hope you tend next year. Cause it was like so much more than I could even give on this podcast. But if that resonates with you. Schedule the practice growth call. Like truly we're going to go through it. It's complimentary. We're going to dig through all the pieces of your practice. Look at a lot of things we just discussed and the added bonus is you will get all of the resources. So KPI scorecard, KPI checklist, fixed cost spreadsheet, ⁓ our monthly cost spreadsheet, the overhead calculator, the cashflow guide, some really, really incredible things that I think are just so valuable and powerful for you. But more than that, you're going to get clarity and momentum. And I think right now that's one of the greatest gifts you could give yourself. So book the call. take action. You don't have to do it all yourself. And I think that that's like get out of the weeds because we need your vision. We need you to be the leader of the business. We need you to actually be looking at the numbers, having a team, driving that forward because no one else is doing that. You're the leader at the helm and it's either you or it's got to be someone else. But generally speaking, it's you, the dentist, the owner. And so let's help you out. Let's give you that freedom. Let's give you that confidence. Let's give you that roadmap. and do it in a way that's for you and your practice. So reach out, head to the website, TheDentalATeam.com, book a call, email us, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. And truly let's help you out. Let's do a complimentary call and just see where are you at? How can we help you? And like I said, as an ad bonus, let them know you listened to the CEO Dennis Workshop ⁓ podcast and we will happily give you those downloads. ⁓ They are tactical, they're practical, they're able to be put into place right away because you all know I love tactical, practical, and you know that my biggest passion is you. It's you being successful. It's you having the life that you want. It's being able to have life on your terms, to be able to say yes to everything that you want, need and deserve. That's why you did this. That's why you went to dentistry. And so let's give you the life that you had always envisioned. And let's take that from a dream and a wish to a reality. And with that, thanks so much for listening. I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast. ⁓