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Activists called for a nationwide shutdown of economic activity Friday, Jan. 30, following another killing by immigration officials. But in this unforgiving economy, small business owners who support the cause faced a difficult decision. Today, a few told us how they navigated the moment. Plus: Sluggish big oil earnings show why Venezuela investment isn't popular, Trump announces his pick for Fed Chair, and parents pay a price for snow days.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.

Activists called for a nationwide shutdown of economic activity Friday, Jan. 30, following another killing by immigration officials. But in this unforgiving economy, small business owners who support the cause faced a difficult decision. Today, a few told us how they navigated the moment. Plus: Sluggish big oil earnings show why Venezuela investment isn't popular, Trump announces his pick for Fed Chair, and parents pay a price for snow days.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.

In this webinar turned podcast, Molly Gamble joins Scott Becker to share insights into the book they co-authored “Building Great Businesses: Create Momentum, Overcome Setbacks & Scale with Confidence”.

Thomas Cox was this week's guest on Success Profiies Radio. He is the owner of Cox Capital and host of the Owners Table podcast. He helps business owners, real estate investors, and high-income earners deploy millions of dollars through private money lending and Infinite Banking strategies that build wealth, reduce taxes, finance growth, and protect capital. We talked about why some people are wealthy and others aren't, developing a mindset for wealth, what wealthy people do differently than everyone else, and why some families lose their wealth within two generations. In addition, we discussed how you can become your own bank through the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC), how it is used by the wealthy to fund real estate and business ventures, how it can minimize taxation, client success stories, and much more. You can subscribe and listen to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Audible, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and at https://toginet.com/shows/successprofilesradio/

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Entrepreneur and martial arts instructor Gary Engels joins me to unpack what it really means to rebuild when everything is stripped away—and why modern resilience requires more than grit.Most stories about reinvention soften the edges. This episode doesn't. Gary and I walk through what happens when loss is not metaphorical but literal: a house fire that destroyed everything he owned while raising three children under five, leaving him with nothing but insurance paperwork, a hotel room, and the responsibility to keep going.Gary shares how that moment forced a recalibration of risk, preparedness, and identity. From running a martial arts school for over two decades to building and exiting businesses across marketing, gig work, corporate networks, and professional services, his story is less about hustle and more about designing a life that doesn't collapse under stress.We explore how personal catastrophe reshapes perspective on money, why low burn rates matter more than high incomes, and how the gig economy has quietly become a resilience layer—not a side hustle—for over half of the U.S. workforce. Gary explains why independence isn't about chasing upside, but about reducing fragility.The conversation spans entrepreneurship, minimalism, family pressure, leadership, and the illusion of security in both “safe” careers and high-status wealth. We dig into why many high earners are more trapped than free, how possessions quietly tax attention and energy, and why preparedness—financial and psychological—is a leadership skill, not paranoia.This is not a motivational comeback story. It's a sober conversation about optionality, responsibility, and how repeated resets—business failures, market shifts, personal loss—can either hollow you out or harden your foundations.The lesson isn't optimism.It's realism: life will break your plans.Your job is to build systems that still function when it does.TL;DR* Total loss reframes what actually matters faster than success ever does* Low burn rates increase options more than high income* Gig work isn't instability—it's distributed resilience* Independence starts with expense control, not income growth* Every possession adds hidden management cost and stress* Most “security” is illusionary and fragile* Leadership is about preparedness, not bravado* You either win or you learn—but both require staying in the fightMemorable Lines* “I'd rather be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war.”* “Everything you own becomes a job.”* “Most people don't lose because they fail—they lose because they're unprepared.”* “Freedom comes from lowering the rock before trying to lift it.”* “It doesn't matter what happens to you. What matters is what you do next.”GuestGary Engels — Entrepreneur, CEO, and martial arts instructorCEO of MyGig, focused on helping independent workers and businesses access professional-grade services without corporate dependency. Veteran founder across brick-and-mortar, marketing, corporate networks, and gig economy platforms.Why This MattersThe modern economy rewards flexibility, not loyalty.Jobs disappear. Businesses reset. Income streams vanish overnight—sometimes literally in flames. Most people are taught to optimize for growth without understanding fragility.This episode reframes resilience as a design problem, not a personality trait.For founders, operators, and executives navigating volatility, this conversation offers a clearer lens: success isn't avoiding collapse—it's building systems that let you recover quickly without sacrificing family, health, or identity.Stability doesn't come from comfort.It comes from preparedness, discipline, and the willingness to rethink everything when the ground gives way. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dougutberg.com

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Micah Johnson welcomes Tryf Christoforou, co-founder of 3CRE Advisors, to discuss his decade-long journey in the real estate industry. Tryf shares insights into his diverse business units, which include commercial and residential real estate, property management, and capital markets. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the foundational aspects of real estate, such as financing and relationship-building, which have been crucial to his success. Tryf also highlights the strategic growth of his company, adapting to market changes, and the significance of providing value to clients through a comprehensive suite of services.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Roadside signs engage in a battle of wit. On today's Odd News+ we visit a town where signs are doing all the talking. Plus, news on an autograph scheme and topiary gardens. Businesses in Morehead City ,North Carolina are engaged in a very punny battle. If you collect autographs from celebrities at conventions, we have news about a recent scheme that is rocking the collectibles world. Sculpting realistic people and animals out of vegetation is hard. The Middle-Aged Farmer's Almanac may be able to help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is Friday, January 30. Here are the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

Coromandel businesses are encouraging people to visit this weekend, despite parts of the region being hammered by severe weather last week. The last part of State Highway 25 that was closed due to damage has reopened today. But NZTA says there's still about 20 spots along the highway that are down to one lane due to slips. General manager of tourism organisation, Destination Hauraki Coromandel, Kylie Hawker Green spoke to Lisa Owen.

(WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE) A motorcycle club. A fight club. A kidnappers club. Three men, one victim. But only one of them is convicted. Reb breaks out her DIY whiteboard for a very helpful visual aid of this very absurd kidnapping story. Spoiler alert: A Hail Mary motion is filed and...wins?!?! This is United States v. Cornelius Green (2024). SUPPORT MINNESOTA ORGANIZATIONS, BUSINESSES, AND MUTUAL AID: Donate to the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: https://www.ilcm.org/donate/  Donate to Pimento Relief Services or support their work: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Pimento-Foundation  Donate to Neighborhood House NM or support their work: https://neighborhoodhousemn.org/community-crisis-response/. Donate a gift card for the MN community via El Burrito Mercado: https://www.elburritomercado.com *** MERCH STORE IS LIVE! Shop Reb Masel and Rebuttal Pod merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rebmasel.shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to PREORDER Reb's book: The Book They Throw At You—A Sarcastic Lawyer's Guide* To The Unholy Chaos of Our Legal System, *God No, Not Actual Legal Advice *** Follow @RebuttalPod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow @Rebmasel on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! *** 00:00 - Intro / Important context 05:34 - Case begins 08:01 - The Motion that never gets granted 09:15 - ALL OF THE DRAMA! 18:36 - The trial (and everything wrong with it) 29:23 - Verdict / Appeal 42:12 - Reb's Rebuttal * Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Built for the Hobby, Brett sits down with Scott Lock, CEO and Co-founder of InfernoRed Technology, for an unscripted conversation on AI and its impact on the sports card hobby. There was no outline. No talking points. Just a real discussion on what AI means right now for collectors and hobby businesses.This is not an episode about hype or fear. Scott breaks down AI as a tool, where it is already showing up in the hobby, and why waiting for things to go back to how they were is not realistic. The conversation touches on speed, trust, human judgment, and why AI works best when it supports people instead of replacing them.If you collect cards, run a hobby business, or want to understand what is changing beneath the surface, this episode will help you think more clearly about what comes next and how to approach AI with intention instead of resistance.Check out the awesome software that InfernoRed Technology can build for you.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeStart your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Equipment financing scams target busy entrepreneurs who need tools and machinery to grow. The most dangerous scheme? Companies advertising impossibly low rates, then demanding upfront fees before securing actual approval. Contracts contain hidden clauses making these payments "non-refundable" when real terms arrive much worse, or never materialize. Other red flags include automatic lease renewals requiring cancellation within narrow windows (miss it and pay another full year), deposit schemes where companies simply disappear, and interim rent manipulation, adding phantom months to your bill. Protect yourself: Never pay significant fees before final approval. Verify companies through BBB ratings and complaint searches. Read every contract clause about renewals and refunds. Ask when the lender gets paid—legitimate companies earn commissions only upon successful financing delivery. Work with lenders who have dealer referrals and established reputations. If rates seem unbelievable or pressure tactics emerge, walk away. Your business deserves transparent financing partners, not predatory traps. Robert Misheloff

A number of Rochester businesses are banding together in support of anti-ICE protesters across the nation. On Friday, a group of businesses will close in a show of solidarity, while others will donate proceeds to organizations that support immigrants. Hundreds of businesses in Minnesota made similar decisions last Friday. This hour, we talk to some of the local owners about why they made this decision and what they hope it accomplishes. Our guests: Bob Hartman, co-owner of AltBar Niraj Lama, owner/operator of Happy Earth Tea Rob Nipe, owner of Grass Fed Molly Hartley, owner of Scratch Bakeshop Katarina Eddy, owner of Katboocha Jenna Kirchner, owner of The Unreliable Narrator Michael Solis, executive director of Writers & Books ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

You might feel like holding steady is the smartest move right now. Don't rock the boat. Don't make big changes. Just survive the noise. That instinct could cost you everything.In this conversation, Rick breaks down why the real risk in business right now isn't change. It's staying exactly where you are. From pricing conversations with customers to owners refusing to evolve, Rick walks through what actually happens when leaders avoid hard decisions while the world shifts underneath them.He also pulls back the curtain on acquisition conversations, service pricing, and why people say they want safety but keep choosing the most dangerous option. This episode is about looking straight at risk... without denial, without comfort stories, and without selling yourself short.What Rick explores in this episode:* Why staying the same quietly becomes your biggest liability* How selling on price exposes you and your customers to more risk* The difference between perceived safety and real protection* Why emotional decisions always come before logical ones* What happens to businesses that refuse to change in shifting marketsFollow Rick's Socials:Instagram | LinkedIn | RickJordan.TVKeywords: business risk, leadership decisions, fear of change, pricing strategy, value over price, selling on value, risk mitigation, business growth mindset, entrepreneur truth, hard business decisions, msp leadership, cybersecurity business, economic uncertainty, founder mindset, acquisition strategy, staying comfortable, avoiding change, business clarity, executive pressure, long term thinking

Businesses across Minnesota are feeling the strain as the Trump administration's immigration crackdown moves into its seventh week.Immigrant-owned businesses — and companies that rely on immigrant workers — have been hit especially hard. Employers say many workers are staying home, worried about being stopped or detained by immigration officers. At the same time, customers are also staying away, as fear and tension ripple through communities following the recent killings of two U.S. citizens, Alex Pretti and Renee Good. The result? Short-staffing, reduced hours, lost revenue — and a lot of uncertainty about what comes next. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell looks at how this surge in enforcement is disrupting business as usual and what people can do to support their local shops and restaurants.Guests: R.T. Rybak is the president and CEO of the Minneapolis Foundation, which just announced plans to distribute $3.5 million to businesses hurt by the immigration enforcement surge. He is also a former mayor of Minneapolis. Miguel Hernandez is the owner of Lito's Burritos, with locations on Lake Street in Minneapolis and Richfield. He grew up working in his parents' Richfield restaurant, El Tejaban Mexican Grill. Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.      

President Trump refuses to back down from his threats to take over the permit process for LA wildfire survivors. A Los Angeles City Councilmember is ordered to stand trial on corruption charges. LA's 2-1-1 hotline didn't live up to expectations during the holiday rainstorms. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Vic Keller founded 17 companies and exited 9 of them, including three sales to Berkshire Hathaway.He breaks down how growing up blue collar shaped his edge, why getting punched in the mouth early almost killed his first business, and how rebuilding instead of quitting changed everything.We also cover what real buyers look for, why cheap deals are not worth the pain, how to deleverage the founder, and the hidden cost of exits when selling the business means losing relationships too.This episode is a blueprint for building companies that survive bad weather and outlast the founder.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Are claims that businesses such as Turkish barber shops are involved in organised crime racist?Joining Iain Dale on a US affairs-focused edition of Cross Question are Senator Bernie Sanders' brother Larry Sanders, Republicans Overseas spokesperson Jennifer Ewing, Democrats Abroad campaigner Jamie Klingler, plus the broadcaster Tom Rivers.

A.M. Edition for Jan. 28. The dollar is steadying following its biggest one-day decline since April's global tariff turmoil. That's after President Trump said he wouldn't mind a weaker currency. WSJ editor Alex Frangos explains why that statement caused such a selloff. Plus it's a big day for the AI trade as Nvidia begins selling its chips in China and suppliers post record earnings. And two Middle East leaders say they won't help the U.S. in a possible attack on Iran as allies in the region reconsider their ties with Washington. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would make a 30-year-old with a corner office, a clear path to CEO, and more money than he ever imagined… walk away from it all?That's the question at the center of this conversation with Daniel Harkavy.Daniel spent his 20s grinding in the mortgage banking world, chasing deals, money, and success. By 30, he was next in line to run the company—but a quiet inner voice told him this wasn't the life he was meant to live. So he walked away.For the last three decades, Daniel has helped high-performing leaders do what this show is all about: build successful businesses without sacrificing their life in the process. As Founder of Building Champions, he's coached CEOs and executive teams at organizations like Chick-fil-A, Pfizer, and Bank of America.We talk about why so many leaders burn out after they scale, how culture and leadership behavior quietly shape everything, and what it really means to do business and life by design.5 of the biggest insights from Daniel Harkavy…#1.) Walking Away Wasn't Quitting, It Was ClarityDaniel walked away at the height of his career because success didn't feel sustainable anymore. A one-year sabbatical forced him to realize that continuing would have meant building a life he didn't want, no matter how successful it looked.#2.) A Smart Approach to Hiring Top PerformersDaniel built his team by intentionally spending time building relationships with his competitors — learning their goals, understanding where they were stuck, and finding ways to help them improve. By genuinely helping competitors grow where they were, he built trust, loyalty, and credibility. And when the time came, people chose him willingly.#3.) Scaling Without Vision Is How Advisors Get StuckA lot of advisors scale because they think they're supposed to. But if the “why” isn't clear, growth just adds complexity, stress, and people problems. Scaling only works when you're being pulled forward by a clear vision — not pushed by ego, comparison, or fear of missing out.#4.) Emotional Volatility Quietly Destroys CultureEmotional blowups cost more than most leaders realize. The energy spent repairing internal damage is energy not spent growing the business. Over time, volatility wears down culture, momentum, and trust, even when intentions are good.#5.) Fear Loses Power When You Zoom OutWhen you really ask, “What's the worst case?” most of the fear driving decisions starts to shrink. Failure is part of building anything meaningful, but it's rarely the disaster we imagine. Perspective changes the weight of decisions and helps you build with intention instead of fear.SHOW NOTEShttps://bradleyjohnson.com/153FOLLOW BRAD JOHNSON ON SOCIALTwitterInstagramLinkedInFOLLOW DBDL ON SOCIAL:YouTubeTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookDISCLOSURE DBDL podcast episode conversations are intended to provide financial advisors with ideas, strategies, concepts and tools that could be incorporated into their business and their life. No statements made in the episode are offered as, and shall not constitute financial, investment, tax or legal advice. Financial professionals are responsible for ensuring implementation of anything discussed related to business is done so in accordance with any and all regulatory, compliance responsibilities and obligations. The Triad member statements reflect their own experience which may not be representative of all Triad Member experiences, and their appearances were not paid for. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser. Please visit Triadwealthpartners.com for more information. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC and Triad Partners, LLC are affiliated companies.TP01255162010 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Eric Coffie breaks down a massive Q1 opportunity: the government has roughly 90 days to obligate $82.8B in unobligated DoD funds—or risk losing budget authority. Eric shares how he triangulated data across sources (including NDAA legislation, Treasury Fiscal Data, CBO, and unobligated balance reporting) and explains what "unobligated" really means: authorized money that hasn't been committed to contracts yet—creating a high-pressure spend window from January through March. Eric also explains why this is a "perfect storm" for small businesses: higher sole-source thresholds (non-manufacturing up to $8M, manufacturing up to $10M), relentless small business goal pressure, and a huge recompete marketplace where long-term vehicles can lock up spend for 5–10+ years. He closes with actionable next steps (buyers lists, low-competition hit lists, NDAA cheat sheets, agency pain points, and recompete trackers) so contractors can stop reacting late—and start positioning early. Key Takeaways: Q1 is a use-it-or-lose-it spend window—position now, not when the bid drops Most money is tied to task orders/IDIQs + sole source, not just SAM "open bids" Track recompetes + agency pain points to negotiate and partner before teams are picked If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: http://govcongiants.org/funding Join 2026 Surge Bootcamp Starting January 31: https://govcongiants.org/surge 

If you've felt uneasy about how visibility works lately, you're not imagining it.People aren't browsing the internet the way they used to. They're asking full questions — and increasingly, they're being given one clear answer instead of a list of options. Tools like Google's AI results, voice assistants, and ChatGPT are quietly reshaping how businesses are discovered.In this episode, we're unpacking Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and what it means for small business owners who want visibility without being dependent on social media.This conversation isn't about trends or tech jargon. It's about clarity — how clearly you explain what you do, who you help, and how you help — and why that clarity is now one of the most important visibility assets your business has.You'll learn how AI tools actually decide which explanations to surface, why your podcast and website matter more than social platforms for long-term discovery, and how to start adjusting your content so it's understandable to both people and answer engines.In this episode, we cover:Why search is shifting from browsing results to receiving answersThe difference between traditional Google search and AI-generated answersWhy Siri and other voice assistants are increasingly routing questions to ChatGPTWhat Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) actually is — without the hypeHow AI uses podcast content (and why audio alone isn't enough)Why clarity in episode titles and content matters more than clevernessHow Christian entrepreneurs can think about visibility as stewardship, not self-promotionA simple, actionable strategy to improve discoverability without posting on social mediaKey takeaway:Visibility today isn't about being everywhere.It's about being clear enough to be understood when someone is searching for help.Businesses that explain things well are the ones being surfaced.Free Resource Mentioned:If you want help evaluating whether your content is actually clear and discoverable, download the Visibility Checklist here:

Marketing is rarely clean or perfectly timed. Life happens. Businesses shift. Priorities change. And sometimes the best thing you can do is stop forcing everything to look polished and start moving with what's real.   In this episode of Simplified Marketing, I'm talking about the messy middle of marketing, what it actually looks like when life, business, and growth don't follow a neat timeline.   In this episode I talk about: Why January didn't feel like a “fresh start” this year and why that's okay What work-life integration really looks like (especially in seasons of motherhood) Why I shifted from agency life back to being a solopreneur The hardest business decision I had to make  Why flow, not hustle, is guiding how I build my business and help clients market sustainably   If you've been feeling behind, scattered, or unsure how to market consistently while still living your life, this episode is for you.     Book a Free Call: https://beesimplified.com   Let's Connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancamarissasmith/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beesimplified

Part of the cordon has been lifted near the site of the deadly Mt Maunganui landsip, allowing about a dozen businesses to reopen for the first time in six days. But just a few hundred metres around the corner, the recovery effort to find those buried continues - and that continues to weigh heavily on locals' hearts. Lauren Crimp reports from Mount Maunganui.

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Most businesses never hit a million dollars a year for one simple reason—and it's not traffic, talent, or timing. I've watched smart, hard-working entrepreneurs grind for years, doing everything ‘right,' and still stay stuck below seven figures. And almost every time, it comes back to the same mistake. They're undercharging. In this video, I want to show you why pricing isn't just about making more money—it actually affects the quality of your clients, the peace you have in your business, and how fast you can scale. I call this the Six P's of Premium Pricing, and once you see this, you'll never look at pricing the same way again Chapters 00:00 The Million Dollar Mistake04:35 Introducing the 10K Offer Challenge10:24 Profit: The Obvious Benefit18:39 Peace: More Valuable than Profit26:03 Pipeline: Less Leads, More Sales34:47 Participation: The Key to Client Success41:13 Final Thoughts on Pricing Strategy

In Part 2 of our conversation with Mitch Mann, we get ultra-practical about how dealerships can use AI to sell smarter, communicate better, and train faster. Mitch breaks down real-world use cases—from using AI to craft confident, customer-friendly responses in tough situations, to replacing awkward role-play with AI-powered sales simulations that help junior staff improve quickly (without the pressure).If you want to bring AI into your store in a way that actually moves the needle, this episode is your blueprint.

In this episode, we'll examine how AI has made recording conversations effortless—and why that convenience poses legal, ethical, and moral challenges for lawyers. We'll break down the risks of passive and stealth recording, including issues around consent, biometric privacy laws, and client trust. And you'll get simple, practical tips for using recording tools transparently while maintaining professionalism and integrity. Chapter Markers 0:00 Brooke's Legal Industry Background 1:09 Understanding Law Firms as Businesses 2:30 EOS and the Three Buckets 3:09 Becoming an EOS Implementer 6:06 The Six Pillars of EOS 10:04 Handling Toxic High Performers 13:50 Cash Flow Forecasting Basics 16:13 Six Key Numbers to Track 20:24 Owner Compensation & Firm Growth 23:13 Mindset Blocks Around Money 24:42 Hiring Smart vs. Cheap 27:24 Smart Outsourcing Strategies 29:33 Leveraging AI in Law Firms 31:16 EOS Implementation Resources Resource Links ChatGPT Lab (a weekly AI workshop for lawyers) Apply to join the ChatGPT Lab The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter) The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers) Follow and Review: I'd love for you to follow me if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. I'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Thanks to the sponsor: Smith.ai Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish. And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.  

Sri Kaza is a business leader and small business advocate with a career spanning corporate strategy, entrepreneurial ventures, and dedicated support for small businesses. He is the author of Unconvention: A Small Business Strategy Guide.Mentioned on the ShowVisit Sri's website: https://sri-kaza.com/Connect with Sri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikazaGet Sri's book, Unconventional: https://a.co/d/d9swnpBO'Brien and Sri discussed the book The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek: https://a.co/d/iDTdkFG (start with this book, not this one) Timestamps(00:00:00) Sri Kaza joins People Business with O'Brien McMahon(00:02:22) Could you connect your McKinsey background to writing a book on small business strategy?(00:10:36) What's the minimum threshold for making something unique in positioning?(00:12:09) Understanding lifestyle businesses vs. scalable businesses(00:19:50) Simon Sinek's The Infinite Game(00:22:29) How do small businesses with a deeper purpose make trade-offs between business and purpose?(00:28:35) What is meant by customer “intimacy” or customer proximity?(00:38:31) How can a business owner assess their own performance and sharpen your gut?(00:40:31) What are some effective self-reflection practices?(00:45:52) What are the best ways you've seen organizations scale purpose, proximity, and position while keeping the essence of those principles?(00:52:02) Final thoughts from Sri Kaza

This episode dives into how intentional business design and personal transformation can enable ambitious women entrepreneurs—especially mothers—to thrive without burning out. Georgia Thomas shares her journey from corporate law to building automated, scalable businesses and finding true freedom, purpose, and presence.Key points we discussed:The non-linear catalyst of leaving a traditional legal career to co-found and scale E!Studios, a social media agency built for operational independence.How becoming a mother fundamentally shifted Georgia Thomas's approach to business—prioritizing strategic delegation, team empowerment, and sustainable systems.The parallels between building a business and pregnancy/motherhood, and how motherhood can be a unique advantage in entrepreneurship.Why thought leadership, authenticity, and founder visibility are crucial for brand-building and scaling in today's social media landscape.The structure, strategy, and intentional limitations behind Venture Haus Group, balancing multiple ventures and family with long-term growth.TLDR: You don't need to do it all alone—structure, team, and mindset can liberate you from being “stuck working a job in your business.” By designing businesses for both sustainability and freedom, women founders—especially moms—can flourish without sacrificing what matters most.Thank you for listening!If this episode inspired you, please screenshot and share it on social media—be sure to tag @meganswanwellness so we can cheer you on. Your support means the world!Connect with Megan SwanInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellnessLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellnessWebsites: www.meganswanwellness.com + https://altavitahealth.ca/Connect with Georgia ThomasInstagram: @withgeorgiathomas | @createwithstudiosLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/withgeorgiathomasWebsite: https://createwithestudios.com/Keywordsfemale entrepreneurship, visionary CEO, business scaling, freedom in business, sustainability, reclaiming time, present motherhood, mompreneur, leaving corporate law, career transition, venture building, social media agency, business frameworks, team empowerment, strategic leadership, founder mindset, operational removal, intentional growth, work-life balance, e-commerce, creative technology, investment group, M&A (mergers and acquisitions), app development, building sustainable businesses, content creation, thought leadership, business partnerships, wellness brands, founder branding, hiring top talent

Why have US productivity and living standards outstripped the UK's? Why is it good news that more British businesses are failing? And why is the challenge now to make sure younger, more productive businesses get the capital they need? Steph and Robert talk to Ruth Curtice, Chief Executive of the Resolution Foundation, about the report card the Resolution Foundation has written on whether the government is meeting its central ambition to promote growth - and draw back the veil on Reeves's income tax U-turn. Email: ⁠⁠⁠the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠restismoney@goalhanger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRestIsMoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRestIsMoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RestIsMoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President and founder of Innovation DuPage Joe Cassidy, MBA EdD, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about what Innovation DuPage is and how they help small businesses thrive. Cassidy shares their efforts in helping companies that are focused on clean energy.

If you're in the messy middle of building something big and you're exhausted, doubting yourself, or wondering if it's ever going to click, this episode is for you. I'm giving you a real-time behind-the-scenes milestone from my company Frello: we just demoed a fully working product to our investors after a nearly three-year journey filled with pivots, pressure, setbacks, and more "this might not work" moments than I can count. I'm breaking down the two reasons businesses actually fail, the mindset that kept me in the game when most people would have quit, and why your dream is supposed to feel like this sometimes. If you've been close to giving up, let this be the reminder: there is always a way forward.   HIGHLIGHTS Renewed grit to stay in the game when you feel like quitting. A simple lens to diagnose what's really threatening your business. Confidence to pivot without making it mean you "failed". Perspective that turns setbacks into fuel instead of stop signs. A founder's roadmap for surviving the long, messy middle. RESOURCES Want Lori + Chris as your mentors this year? Only 2 Elite Mastermind spots left. Apply: chrisharder.me/mastermind Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Following yet another deadly shooting by ICE agents in Minnesota, more than 60 CEOs there have now signed a letter calling on federal, state, and local officials to de-escalate. Some smaller businesses across the state have temporarily closed or reduced hours as employees and customers worry about being stopped or profiled by ICE. Also: Surging precious metal prices hint at investor anxieties, and we look at the economic impact of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Following yet another deadly shooting by ICE agents in Minnesota, more than 60 CEOs there have now signed a letter calling on federal, state, and local officials to de-escalate. Some smaller businesses across the state have temporarily closed or reduced hours as employees and customers worry about being stopped or profiled by ICE. Also: Surging precious metal prices hint at investor anxieties, and we look at the economic impact of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The Trump administration ordered Immigration and Customs Enforcement to step up the removal of undocumented migrants more than six weeks ago, triggering large scale protests across the US. Rahul Tandon speaks to business owners who say staff are too frightened to come into work.In France, the government moves a step closer to banning social media for children under 15s.And as a deadly winter storm batters the US and Canada, a farmer explains how he keeps his animals safe in extreme conditions.[Photo: Protests in Minneapolis. Credit:CRAIG LASSIG/EPA/Shutterstock]

MN businesses came together to offer up a public statement on the immigration crisis in MN. Jason had a statement of his own. Which do you prefer?

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Micah Johnson interviews Justin Escajeda, a successful entrepreneur in the business acquisition space, particularly within the construction industry. Justin shares his journey from real estate investing to acquiring businesses, emphasizing the importance of cash flow, understanding company valuations, and the challenges of managing multiple businesses. He discusses the significance of maintaining a routine and the lessons learned from both successes and failures in business. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of real estate and construction, the value of relationships in business, and the need for discipline in decision-making.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that the surge in immigration enforcement is impacting U.S. businesses.

www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com- Great businesses don't fail in Gwinnett County—they get overlooked.In this episode, we break down why so many high-quality local businesses stay invisible online and what's really holding them back in 2026. From weak local SEO and underused Google Business Profiles to the lack of a clear visibility strategy, you'll learn the real reasons customers can't find you—even when you're doing everything right.If you've ever wondered why competitors with less experience show up first in search results, this conversation will give you clarity, practical insights, and a new way to think about local visibility in Gwinnett County._____________________________________________To Support This Show Check Out https://CoffeeThatDoesMore.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-gwinnett-podcast--3262933/support.

Most coaches think they have a marketing problem. Truth is… They have a trust problem. In this episode, I walk you through the exact marketing system we're using to sell over $52M/year in coaching programs. Not theory. Not "one funnel away" BS. The actual system we use to sign 5 to 20+ new clients a month (yes, on repeat) without giving into 'trend tracking' or burning your ad budget on webinar funnels that just don't work anymore. Here's what you'll discover: • Why views, content, and followers aren't converting (and the one metric you must fix) • The 6 RMAs Playbooks that generate leads, book calls, and close clients while you sleep • The $100K/week partner case study (and how fast it happened) • Why most coaches stall at $30K/month—and how to break through to $100K+ • The 7-11-4 Trust Framework that makes strangers buy from you • How to go from "struggling founder" to "peaceful operator" in 90 days • The only 3 phases that matter: Incubate, Step Up, Scale Up • How to build a sales machine that prints clients (even if you hate tech) • What's actually working and what to stop doing ASAP • Why most masterminds, agencies, and ad coaches are keeping you stuck • How to build a $1M/year profit machine without becoming the bottleneck If you're ready to simplify, scale, and finally enjoy your business again…

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Beijing saw strong foreign investment growth in 2025, with over 2,400 new overseas-funded businesses, a near 20 percent annual increase.

Today's conversation is with Steven Pettigrew.Steven is a business investor, turnaround specialist, and AI partner with deep, hands-on experience across business growth, mergers and acquisitions.He grew up inside a large family-run business, went on to build and exit his own company, and now specialises in acquiring and fixing businesses that are underperforming as well as integrating AI to scale already successful business. This is a grounded, no-nonsense conversation about why so many UK businesses struggle, what actually breaks when companies stall or fail, and how disciplined operators think differently about growth, acquisitions, and value creation.Expect to learn:What growing up inside a £35m+ family transport and waste business really teaches you about operations, people, and pressureThe biggest lessons Steven took from working in a multi-fleet, asset-heavy industry from a young ageWhen and why Steven decided to build — and eventually exit — his own transport delivery businessWhat selling a business teaches you that running one never willWhy Steven prefers acquiring businesses rather than starting them from scratchThe different ways to buy a business — and which methods actually work in the UK marketThe most common reasons UK businesses fail long before they run out of moneyWhat Steven focuses on immediately when he steps into a struggling businessHow AI can be used as a partner, not a gimmick, inside real businessesWhy most owners misunderstand scale, margin, and operational leverageSteven's parting advice for anyone looking to get started in business acquisitionsInvest with Fink using CAMBRO - https://fink.money/academy/ Get my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffConnect with StevenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpettigrewinvestor Insta - https://www.instagram.com/stevenpettigrewinvestor/ Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/ Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell 

8. Guest Author: Victor Davis Hanson. Headline: The Pandemic, Science, and Unelected Authority. Summary: Hanson argues the pandemic response empowered unelected bureaucrats like Fauci to arbitrarily shut down small businesses while protecting large corporations. He criticizes the suppression of the lab-leak theory by globalist elites and notes that lockdowns caused immense collateral damage to children and the working class without scientific justification,.1913 GETTYSBURGH REUNION 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Why exactly are we organizing an ICE out on Friday and shutting down businesses in the Twin Cities?ICE operations and protests have led to event cancellations and business closures in the Twin Cities, affecting the local economy and daily life.Snowboarders were expected to fill Minneapolis on Saturday, but the event was canceled. Comedy star John Mulaney also canceled three nights at the Armory due to the presence of ICE agents.“Commerce and business doesn't do well when there's uncertainty,” said Adam Duininck, president and CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council.Duininck said restaurants are hit hardest, with closures not seen since 2020. They are still counting the temporary closures, which are definitely in the dozens.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most fitness businesses don't fail because of effort.They fail because the system was never designed to scale.If you're still:• “Trying harder”• Tweaking ads without structure• Relying on motivation instead of infrastructure…this video will expose exactly why that approach breaks.Inside this breakdown, we dismantle the biggest lie in the fitness industry: