Podcasts about Forbes

Mark Murphy shares insights from his research on maximizing team effectiveness.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why you don't want a team of all “team players”2) The simple trick for more decisive teams 3) How to get your team to generate 3X more valuable ideas Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1105 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARK — Mark Murphy is a New York Times bestselling author, Senior Contributor to Forbes, andFounder of Leadership IQ, a research and training firm. His latest book is TEAM PLAYERS: The Five Critical Roles You Need to Build A Winning Team. Mark's previous bestselling books include: Hiring for Attitude, Hundred Percenters, HARD Goals, Managing Narcissists, Blamers, Dramatics and more. Mark leads one of the world's largest databases of original leadership research, and his work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fortune, Forbes, Bloomberg, BusinessWeek, Harvard Business Review, and U.S. News & World Report. He's been a featured guest on programs including CBS News Sunday Morning, ABC's 20/20, Fox Business News, CNN International and NPR.Some of his most well-known research studies include “Why New Hires Fail,” “Are SMART Goals Dumb?,” “Why CEO's Get Fired,” “High Performers Can Be Less Engaged,” and “Don't Expect Layoff Survivors to Be Grateful.” Mark has conducted training for The United Nations, Harvard Business School, Microsoft, IBM, MasterCard, Merck, and thousands more.• Book: Team Players: The Five Critical Roles You Need to Build a Winning Team• Quiz: “Team Player Quiz: What Type Of Team Player Are You?"• Website: LeadershipIQ.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Studies in the Principles of Judgments and Attitudes: II. Determination of Judgments by Group and by Ego Standards” by S.E. Asch• Book: Escape from Freedom by Erich Fromm• Past episode: 256: Science-based Solutions for Delivering Tough Truth at Work with Mark Murphy— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/Awesome• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyler Forbes got into hunting just 5 years ago and is the best example of shortening the learning curve by putting in tons of hard work. In just 5 years he's turned into a highly knowledgeable and successful hunter which culminated in him killing a World Class 180+ inch buck this season in a hard state to do so. Seeing proof of a buck jumping from 100 inches to 135, then to possibly 185 is proof of what passing younger deer can lead to. We believe that each person's individual hunting journey is unique and don't advocate for everyone to pass deer in all circumstances. We think that everyone should do what their heart desires and make the choice that makes them happy! TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW Come to Huntstock! Check www.huntstockevents.com often for when tickets will go on sale or purchase an exhibitor booth! Email huntsuburbia@gmail.com Download the onX Hunt App - Use code HS20 for 20% off your membership!

British singer-songwriter dodie has spent half her life in public. Long before algorithms and engagement metrics ruled the day, she began posting homemade songs and videos on YouTube as a teenager from Essex. Her soft voice, self-effacing humor, and unfiltered honesty drew millions of viewers who watched her grow up online—sharing heartbreaks, mental-health struggles, and moments of joy in real time. Fifteen years later, that same authenticity anchors her second album, Not For Lack of Trying (Decca / Verve), a project that finds her looking inward with more clarity and balance than ever. Produced with Joe Rubel, the record feels both intimate and expansive, blending hushed guitars, clarinets, and a subtle electronic pulse beneath lyrics about healing, boundaries, and learning to feel okay. Here she talks about what it means to grow up online, how she learned to protect her private life, and the long road to emotional equilibrium. She opens up about the strange feedback loop of being praised for her pain, the decision to step back from constant posting, and the discovery that medication, therapy, and time have finally helped her feel “a bit better.” She discusses the making of Not For Lack of Trying, her collaboration with friends like Greta Isaac and producer Joe Rubel, and the sonic choices that define her sound - the low rumble of drop-tuned guitars and the warmth of analog synths supporting a voice that seems to hover just above the mix. “When I'm writing,” she says, “I'm not aiming for how it sounds. I'm aiming for how it feels—I just want to get goosebumps.” Along the way, dodie reflects on the evolution from being a “special girl” with a ukulele and a webcam to becoming a full-fledged artist with more than a billion streams, seven million followers, and a place on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list. Through it all, she's still trying, still curious, still kind, still chasing that feeling. www.third-story.com www.substack.leosidran.com www.wbgo.org/podcast/the-third-story

Sheila Vijeyarasa on Courage, Alignment & Stepping Through the FearEpisode IntroductionWhat happens when your life falls apart and that breakdown becomes your greatest breakthrough? In this empowering episode, Steve sits down with Sheila Vijeyarasa, a spiritual teacher, leadership coach, and author of Brave: Courageously Live Your Truth, to explore what it really means to find alignment, rebuild after loss, and live from intuition rather than fear.Sheila shares her raw story of walking away from corporate success to embrace a higher calling, navigating her own dark nights of the soul, and building a life of authenticity, purpose, and power. Together, Steve and Sheila unpack what bravery looks like in real life — and how every challenge can be the doorway to transformation.About Our GuestSheila Vijeyarasa is a globally recognised intuitive business coach, speaker, and author of Brave: Courageously Live Your Truth. Combining spirituality with high-performance leadership, Sheila helps women and professionals reclaim their confidence, develop intuition, and create a life of aligned purpose. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Sydney Morning Herald, and CEO Magazine, and she continues to inspire thousands through her keynotes, retreats, and coaching programs.Follow Our GuestWebsite: https://www.sheilav.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheila_v__/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheila.vijeyarasa/Follow Us OnHost Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/Episode Highlights00:00 - Episode Trailer00:35 - Meet Sheila Vijeyarasa: from corporate executive to spiritual coach02:30 - The internal and external noise that shapes our lives05:40 - How losing everything became Sheila's awakening08:20 - Turning breakdowns into breakthroughs11:45 - The power of curiosity and self-awareness14:25 - Finding courage to walk through the unknown16:02 - Quieting the inner critic and trusting your growth19:20 - Facing fear and building the muscle of bravery22:10 - Why courage is cultivated through small daily acts24:35 - Speaking your truth and showing up with authenticity26:45 - Handling criticism and connecting with the one person who needs your message29:45 - Steve's story of facing his biggest fear and the freedom beyond it33:20 - Sheila's practices for calming the noise and embracing discomfort37:22 - Checking in on your goals and staying in alignment with your values40:10 - Believing that you deserve everything you dream of41:50 - Journaling as a mirror for your emotions and growth44:15 - A message from Sheila to those standing at the edge of change47:04 - What's next: global speaking, new book, and brave new beginnings50:30 - Why even the brave still face imposter syndrome52:00 - Closing reflections and where to connect with Sheila

In this episode Derek Champagne interviews Devin Thorpe. As a new-media journalist and founder of the Your Mark on the World Center, Devin has established himself as a champion of social good. Devin was formerly the CFO of one of the top 3 Fortune 500 companies before shifting his attention to social entrepreneurship.As a Forbes contributor, with more than 250 bylines and over one million unique visitors, he has become a recognized name in the social impact arena. His YouTube show, featuring celebrities, CEOs, billionaires and entrepreneurs who are out to change the world, has been viewed over 200,000 times, giving him a recognizable face as well.Devin is also a noted author with 4 popular books and calls himself a champion of social good. As an author, speaker and Forbes contributor he focuses on helping those doing good in the world.www.devinthorpe.comBusiness Leadership Series Intro and Outro music provided by Just Off Turner: https://music.apple.com/za/album/the-long-walk-back/268386576

I’ve been talking with founders who used AI to build companies, but aren’t getting enough customers. I found the perfect person to show them how to grow. Neil Patel has been on the cutting edge of AI marketing. He’s going to show us what’s working for his customers and his company. At the end of the conversation, you’ll see the exact process his company, NP Digital, is using AI to scrape yellow pages, create custom offers, and get clients. Neil Patel is the co-founder of NP Digital, a global marketing agency serving clients such as Intuit, Canon, and Cartier. He's also the creator of the SEO platform Ubersuggest and a leading authority on digital growth, named a top marketer by Forbes and The Wall Street Journal. Through his work, Neil helps businesses combine AI, data, and marketing strategy to drive measurable revenue. More interviews -> https://mixergy.com/moreint Rate this interview -> https://mixergy.com/rateint

In this Live Greatly 2 minutes of motivation podcast episode Kristel Bauer shares a key component to becoming a better leader.  Tune in now! Explore Having Kristel Bauer speak at your next event or team meeting. https://www.livegreatly.co/contact  Order Kristel's Book  Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024) About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to “Live Greatly” while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Buy Kristel Bauer's book, Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024) Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil presents a special double header from the recent SED Forum Fall, examining how recent U.S. policy changes are reshaping the clean energy landscape. Stanley Reynolds, Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Arizona, unpacks the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) and its reversal of key Inflation Reduction Act incentives. He outlines the bill's potential economic impacts, including higher energy costs and reduced investment, while also pointing to reasons for optimism like competitiveness in the renewables space and continued innovation. Peter Kelly-Detwiler, Principal at NorthBridge Energy Partners, continues the discussion with insights on navigating this environment. He highlights the industry's resilience, the growing role of breakthrough technologies like geothermal and modular nuclear, and strategies for energy buyers to adapt amid uncertainty and opportunity. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in… Overview of the One Big Beautiful Bill and its economic impacts (03:16) Key provisions of the OBBB, including rescinded IRA funds (04:09) Forecasts for energy prices, investment, and jobs (10:45) Opportunities in renewables, innovation, and state-level policy (13:01) Arizona as a case study for policy impacts and opportunities (15:55) Status of major offshore and onshore projects post-OBBB (20:08) Emerging technologies like advanced geothermal (25:04) Rising electricity demand from data centers and electrification (30:14) On-site generation and geothermal systems as near-term solutions (34:38) Legal, ESG, and financial considerations for energy buyers (38:10) For full episode show notes, click here. Connect with Stanley Reynolds On LinkedIn Stanley Reynolds joined the University of Arizona after earning a doctorate in Economics from Northwestern University. He has served as Economics Department Head and Vice Dean of the Eller College of Management at U. of Arizona. His areas of expertise include energy economics, environmental economics, and industrial organization. His research has been published in leading economics journals such as Econometrica, Quarterly Journal of Economics, and the Rand Journal of Economics. His current research examines the economics of grid-scale energy storage, the impact of environmental policy on energy markets, and integration of renewable energy into the electric grid. Connect with Peter Kelly-Detwiler On LinkedIn Peter Kelly-Detwiler has 30 years of experience in the electric energy industry, with much of his career in competitive power markets. He's currently a leading consultant in the electric industry, providing strategic advice to clients and investors, helping them to navigate the rapid evolution of the electric power grid. Mr. Kelly-Detwiler offers numerous keynotes and workshops on a wide range of topics. He has also written widely on energy issues for Forbes.com and GE, with over 300 articles to his credit. His book on the transformation of electric power markets – “The Energy Switch” – was published by Prometheus Books in June of 2021. Connect With Smart Energy Decisions Smart Energy Decisions Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to Smart Energy Voices on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Android, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio, aCast, PlayerFM, iHeart Radio If you're interested in participating in the next Smart Energy Decision Event, visit smartenergydecisions.com or email our Community Development team at attend@smartenergydecisions.com

Want to Start or Grow a Successful Business? Schedule a FREE 13-Point Assessment with Clay Clark Today At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com   Join Clay Clark's Thrivetime Show Business Workshop!!! Learn Branding, Marketing, SEO, Sales, Workflow Design, Accounting & More. **Request Tickets & See Testimonials At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com  **Request Tickets Via Text At (918) 851-0102   See the Thousands of Success Stories and Millionaires That Clay Clark Has Helped to Produce HERE: https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/testimonials/ Download A Millionaire's Guide to Become Sustainably Rich: A Step-by-Step Guide to Become a Successful Money-Generating and Time-Freedom Creating Business HERE: www.ThrivetimeShow.com/Millionaire   See Thousands of Case Studies Today HERE: www.thrivetimeshow.com/does-it-work/  

My conversation with Steve Nygren starts at about 45 minutes after headlines and clips Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you! Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls National bestselling author, Steve Nygren is Founder and CEO of Serenbe, the biophilic community leading the wellness real estate and agrihood movements. He started his career in hospitality, having founded the 34-restaurant group, Peasant Restaurants, serving guests from the 1970s until the mid ‘90s. Concerned by trends of poor human health and a degraded environment, Steve Nygren was on a treadmill trying to effect change but going nowhere. He surrendered to hopelessness and retreated to the countryside on the edge of Atlanta to raise his family. After seven years of retirement while walking the trails, he realized the tentacles of dysfunction could destroy his rural paradise. Rather than retreat further, he launched an effort to save his own backyard expanding the effort to the surrounding 40,000 acres that is now a living laboratory for change offering solutions and hope to communities around the world who are curious about a better future. Steve and Serenbe have been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, Forbes, Dwell, and Southern Living as a new model for community development. Start in Your Own Backyard Visionary placemaker Steve Nygren chronicles the rise of Serenbe, a pioneering model of biophilic living outside Atlanta, and charts a path for others wishing to challenge the status quo, embrace optimism, and reinvent their communities…and themselves.   For many Americans, life is no longer working. We are increasingly sick, stressed, anxious, and unhappy. Many feel left behind by the economy, disillusioned by once-respected institutions, and helpless in the face of environmental decline. Steve Nygren argues that much of this can be traced to where—and how—we live. By rethinking and reinvesting in our own communities, we can rediscover the joy of connected, meaningful lives for ourselves and future generations.   National bestselling book, Start in Your Own Backyard provides a blueprint for developing sustainable communities where citizens of all generations can thrive, and awe is found in everyday moments, which requires understanding: The unintended consequences of sprawl, and why clustered development supports more green space, more housing, and lower costs Why being disconnected from nature and each other is at the root of many environmental, societal, and health-related woes Tactics to encourage a local food-based economy (and why that matters) How small yards, front porches, and blueberry bushes at crosswalks lead to strong, supportive neighborhoods The benefits of aging in place, and how to nurture connections between uncaged elders and free-range kids Whether you're a placemaker, developer, civic leader, business owner, or parent or grandparent wishing to improve the things that complicate your life, this book is for you. It educates and inspires, demonstrates the impact of local action, and sparks hope that one person can change the world in amazing ways by starting in your own backyard. Why shouldn't that person be you?   On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete   Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page   Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo All things Jon Carroll  Buy Ava's Art    Subscribe to Piano Tuner Paul Paul Wesley on Substack Listen to Barry and Abigail Hummel Podcast Listen to Matty C Podcast and Substack Follow and Support Pete Coe Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing  

Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss crack open the 2025 Forbes 400 and spot a seismic shift: 71% are now self-made, the cutoff is a record $3.8B, and the newest entrants aren't entertainers or app celebrities—they're infrastructure builders (data labeling, energy export, freight platforms, drive-thru formats). The guys lay out a practical framework—B.O.T. (Bottlenecks, Order Flow, Tools)—to find, buy, and scale the “unsexy” choke points where outsized wealth is created. Expect candid takes on ethics and regulation, tax advantages vs. complexity, and why tech alone isn't a moat in the AI era.Key TakeawaysQuiet wealth > spotlight wealth: New billionaires control choke points (permits, labeled data, logistics, power access) instead of chasing virality.Tech isn't the moat—distribution is: If you're just a feature, the platform will build you tomorrow. Own users, data, or order flow.B.O.T. framework:Bottlenecks — Find scarce inputs (power near substations, HIPAA-grade data, specialized trades), professionalize small operators, exit to strategics.Order Flow — Aggregate fragmented brokers (freight, dirt hauling, niche staffing), add AI matching, monetize spread & float.Tools — Bundle niche AI/DevOps tools (monitoring, RLHF QA, rights mgmt.) into suites; sell shovels for the gold rush.Ethics & risk: Bottlenecks ≠ monopolies; add real value or get routed around. Order-flow plays invite regulatory heat—design accordingly.Luck favors the paranoid: Nvidia's rise = timing + category choice. Choose your competitor carefully; it defines your playing field.Episode Highlights00:00 – Cold open: dentists, numb faces, and a record-breaking Forbes 400.03:10 – The stat no one's talking about: 71% self-made, $6.6T total wealth, $3.8B cutoff.08:20 – Why opportunity has more leverage than ever (AI + democratized tools), but tech alone won't save you.12:45 – B is for Bottlenecks: picks & shovels thinking; mini-moats in permits, medical transcripts, underground tank installers for data centers.22:10 – Ethics check: bottlenecks vs. monopolies; how to add value without getting regulated to death.27:05 – O is for Order Flow: Robinhood's play, freight/dirt broker roll-ups, AI pricing/matching, monetizing spread & float.36:40 – The toll-booth trap: if you don't add value, the sides will route around you.41:30 – T is for Tools: why toolmakers outlive trends; bundling niche AI devtools; the Nvidia, Intel, AMD cautionary tales.53:10 – Choosing competitors = choosing categories; luck + timing still matter.57:45 – Operator wrap: how to map your business to B.O.T. this quarter.Memorable Quotes“If all you are is a feature, you don't have a business—you have a countdown clock.”“Quiet wealth lives in the choke points everyone else ignores.”“Bottlenecks aren't monopolies—create value or the market will route around you.”“Tech isn't a moat. Users, data, and distribution are.”Mentioned in This EpisodeForbes 400 (2025): $6.6T total; $3.8B entry; 71% self-madeCategories: Data labeling (Surge AI), LNG export...

https://rhr.tv/stream 2:35 - Gold/bitcoin 5:35 - Tucker 17:35 - AWS and Signal 29:30 - Fed crypto 38:55 - BPI news 43:05 - Up Only 49:35 - !Event 51:05 - Mempool 57:35 - Opp Cost bug and Forbes list 1:01:50 - Boosts Shoutout to our sponsors: Coinkite https://coinkite.com/ Stakwork https://stakwork.ai/ Obscura https://obscura.net/ Follow Marty Bent: Twitter https://twitter.com/martybent Nostr https://primal.net/marty Newsletter https://tftc.io/martys-bent/ Podcast https://tftc.io/podcasts/ Follow Odell: Nostr https://primal.net/odell Newsletter https://discreetlog.com/ Podcast https://citadeldispatch.com/

Prospects decide who to trust long before they ever call, and the media they read shapes those choices. We break down a fast, practical PR system for design and remodeling professionals who want to be discovered as experts—without spending five figures a month on an agency. You'll hear why third‑party credibility changes buyer behavior, how quick expert quotes outperform long project pitches for busy editors, and the compounding benefits of press logos and backlinks on your website.We walk through the exact routine that fits real schedules: 20–30 minutes twice a week to scan Qwoted, HARO-style lists, and SOS threads for relevant queries, then craft crisp replies with specific, quotable advice. Along the way, we share real-world wins—early placements in Forbes and the Wall Street Journal—and set honest expectations about the numbers game behind PR. Ten thoughtful submissions might yield one or two features, but those features open doors to higher‑end clients, stronger SEO, and faster sales conversations.If you've wondered what to say, we spell it out: give one sharp takeaway, add a concrete example from your projects, include a short credential line, and link to a relevant page on your site. Keep it simple, be consistent, and run your outreach in one‑ to three‑month sprints so the habit sticks. By the end, you'll have a clear plan to turn your everyday expertise into media coverage, social proof, and a steady flow of better-fit leads. If this helps, subscribe, share the show with a colleague, and leave a review to tell us your first target outlet.If you would like to get the links and show notes for this episode, click on the link below:​https://www.designerdiscussions.com/episodes/episode-152-Get-Quick-Press-PR-That-WorksTransform your marketing with Designer Discussions Academy. In weekly face-to-face sessions, we equip busy business owners with cutting-edge PR strategies, marketing insights, and time-saving tools to not just work in your business, but on your business. Join us to outshine competitors and elevate your business.Join us for our weekly live sessions and workshops: https://www.designerdiscussionsmarketing.studio/pages/academyDesigner Discussions is an educational interior design podcast on marketing, PR and related business topics. We also provide in-depth, actionable products in the Marketing Studio including time-saving templates and guides to help design professionals grow their businesses. Download our FREE Client Avatar Guide https://designerdiscussionsmarketing.studio/store. Designer Discussions is a partnership of three experts: Jason Lockhart, CEO of KABMS; Maria Martin, founder of DesignAppy; and Mirjam Lippuner, founder of Get Ink DIY

When people hear “franchise”, they immediately picture a drive-through window and a fryer in the back. That narrow view hides one of the most accessible and profitable paths to business ownership today: non-food franchising. We've been taught that entrepreneurship means starting from scratch: writing business plans, building systems, and hoping your idea sticks.  Franchising flips that equation. You're not reinventing the wheel; you're stepping into a proven system with training, marketing, and infrastructure already built. The best part?  You can own a business that runs without you being chained to it. The real secret is that most high-income professionals, doctors, executives, and even W-2 employees can buy or build semi-passive franchises that generate cash flow, deliver powerful tax advantages, and diversify their wealth far beyond the stock market.  And yet, most never explore it because they still think of “fast food.” Why is buying a franchise a better path into business ownership? What are the lesser-known benefits you get from this model?  In this episode, I sit down with Jon Ostenson, founder of FranBridge Consulting and author of Non-Food Franchising. We unpack the world of franchises that don't involve burgers or coffee cups. We talk about how to identify the right concept, fund your investment, and leverage the new tax rules that make owning a franchise smarter than ever.  Things You'll Learn In This Episode  -The shortcut to entrepreneurship Most people think you need to invent something new to build wealth. What if the fastest path is owning a system that's already proven to work? -Semi-passive ownership, real results Some franchises thrive even when the owner isn't there daily. How do they do it, and what separates a true “executive model” from wishful thinking? -The hidden tax advantage of business ownership Business owners play by a completely different tax rulebook. How can franchising open those same doors for people still working a W-2 job? -The non-food franchise boom From home services to senior care, boring is the new profitable. Why are the most recession-resistant franchises the ones no one talks about?   Guest Bio Jon Ostenson is a Top 1% Franchise Consultant; 2 x Inc 5000 Founder; author of 'Non-Food Franchising', Forbes Contributor, and CEO of FranBridge Consulting. Specializing in the area of non-food franchising, he draws on his experience as both the president of an Inc. 500 franchise system and as a multi-brand franchisee in serving his consulting clients who are looking to explore business ownership opportunities. Jon helps clients understand all aspects of non-food franchising in the process of introducing them to opportunities from the over 600 high-growth brands that he represents. Before FranBridge, Jon was the President of ShelfGenie, a national franchise system with 200 locations. To learn more and get a free copy of his book 'Non-Food Franchising', go to http://franbridgeconsulting.com/.    About Your Host From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America's #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is the founder of The Money School™ and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier. His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans, delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.   Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!   

Home cooking without the hassle.If you're longing for a taste of home but you find yourself ordering takeout again and again, then this conversation is for you. Get ready to meet Ciji Castro, founder and executive chef of Domestic Gourmet. It's a food and lifestyle brand inspired by the Palm Harbor resident's Cuban and Puerto Rican roots. Domestic Gourmet's oils, spices and recipes are designed to make traditional family flavors fast and easy to enjoy. The products are a hit with Ciji's scores of social media followers, as well readers of Forbes and Southern Living—just two of the many media outlets that have featured Domestic Gourmet.Whether you're juggling a hectic schedule or just craving a convenient taste of home, Ciji's products are designed to bring joy and tradition to your table without hours in the kitchen.Ciji visited our studio at WUSF Public Media. In this conversation, she shares lessons you can use both in the kitchen and in the world of business.

In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Stacey Brown Randall discuss:The realities and misconceptions of referral marketing for professionalsBuilding genuine, relationship-driven client experiences that foster loyaltyBalancing efficiency, personalization, and automation in client communicationMindset management and learning from business failures in professional growth Key Takeaways:Doing great work alone doesn't automatically generate referrals—intentional relationship-building and structured referral strategies are essential.A strong client experience combines excellent work output with emotional connection and proactive relationship touchpoints across the “new,” “active,” and “alumni” stages.Only about 20–30% of clients are typically referred; managing expectations and distinguishing between repeat and referred clients prevents misleading assumptions about referral rates.Protecting one's mindset and resisting external pressure or comparison—especially regarding success metrics—is crucial to maintaining authenticity and preventing burnout. "Doing great work does not equal referrals." —  Stacey Brown Randall Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again. Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/ Thank you to our Sponsor!Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/Legalverse Media: https://legalversemedia.com/ Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/ About Stacey Brown Randall: Stacey Brown Randall is the author of the new book, The Referable Client Experience, the award-winning book, Generating Business Referrals Without Asking, and the host of the Roadmap to Referrals podcast. Stacey teaches business owners how to generate referrals naturally...without manipulating, incentivizing, or even asking. She has been featured in national publications like Entrepreneur magazine, Investor's Business Daily, Forbes, and more. She received her Master's in Organizational Communication and is married with three kids. Connect with Stacey Brown Randall:  Website: https://staceybrownrandall.com/Book: The Referable Client Experience: https://referableclientexperience.com/Show: Roadmap to Referrals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roadmap-to-referrals/id1405302350LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceybrandall/ Connect with Steve Fretzin:LinkedIn: Steve FretzinTwitter: @stevefretzinInstagram: @fretzinsteveFacebook: Fretzin, Inc.Website: Fretzin.comEmail: Steve@Fretzin.comBook: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more!YouTube: Steve FretzinCall Steve directly at 847-602-6911 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

Overcomer Covenant Church exists to advance the Kingdom of God, locally and globally, by preaching the Gospel, partnering with other ministries, and planting churches. To support Overcomer and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: If you've just made a decision for Christ, click the link today - If this is your first time joining us, click the link today - https://overcomercc.org/newhere —— Stay Connected! Website: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: https://facebook.com/overcomercc

Summer Crenshaw is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Enterprise Technology Association (ETA), the national leader in AI and emerging technology adoption. She serves on multiple advisory boards and champions innovation, education, and responsible technology adoption. A seasoned tech entrepreneur and strategist, she previously co-founded Tilr, an AI-powered job marketplace recognized by CNBC, Forbes, and VentureBeat. Summer has been featured in major outlets and spoken on national stages, including DisruptHR and Dreamforce. In this episode… Business leaders across industries are responding to AI with a mix of excitement, fear, and uncertainty. Many want to use AI tools to accelerate business goals, yet they also worry about the risks and how these tools could disrupt jobs and existing roles. To move forward, companies need to focus on continuous learning that helps people understand and apply AI responsibly. So how can companies close the skill gaps that limit progress while ensuring their teams continue learning as AI evolves? Accelerating responsible AI adoption starts with education that connects people, communities, and industries. Organizations like the Enterprise Technology Association are helping bridge that gap through AI Week, a fast-moving initiative that brings together local leaders, educators, and companies to share insights for responsible AI adoption. These community-driven gatherings are designed around the industries and priorities of each city, creating programming that makes AI accessible to both technical and non-technical audiences. For companies to succeed, they also need to rethink how they approach governance. Rather than viewing it as a brake that hinders progress, it should serve as a steering wheel that guides teams with implementation and helps them achieve their goals.  In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels chat with Summer Crenshaw, Co-founder and CEO of the Enterprise Technology Association (ETA), about how businesses can accelerate responsible AI adoption through education and collaboration. Summer shares how AI Week launched in just five weeks and scaled across multiple cities by empowering local leaders and creating accessible AI programming. She explains why governance should enable rather than hinder AI implementation and what separates the 5% of successful AI projects from those that fail. Summer also discusses how to prepare for AI in 2026, addressing the shift from theory to measuring human impact.

Send us a textJim Clash covers extreme adventure and classic rock. Over three decades of writing for Forbes, Clash, who holds an MBA from Columbia University, has penned four books, most recently Amazon bestseller “Amplified,” about ‘60s music. His first-person stories include supersonic flights in eight separate aircraft pulling up to 9 Gs and flying to 84,000 ft; driving a Bugatti at 253 mph and Indy cars at 200 mph; expeditions to the North and South Poles; summiting the Matterhorn and 23,000-ft. Aconcagua; a C-130 flight through Category V Hurricane Dorian; chasing tornadoes; riding jet skis on 60-ft waves in Portugal; a U-2 flight to the edge of space; bullfighting; being shot point-blank in a ballistics jacket, and more. Interviews include Neil Armstrong, Mario Andretti, John Glenn, Edmund Hillary, Roger Bannister, Grace Slick, Joe Frazier, Chuck Yeager and Edward Teller. For fun, Jim gives 170-mph rides at Daytona speedway. He's a former director at The Explorers Club.See more of Jim's work at Forbes and on his FaceBook pageGet Jim's books here on AmazonSupport this Podcast:  buy me a coffeeHosted by Michael J. ReinhartMichaelJReinhart.com   Whiskey and a Map:  Stories of Adventure and Exploration.  #space #JamesClash #biggestwaves #supersonicflight

What if the greatest investment you could ever make isn't in your retirement account, but in the people you love most, right now? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Derek Coburn, financial advisor, author of “Let's Retire Retirement: How to Enjoy Life to the Fullest―Now and Later,” and USA Today bestselling author, to challenge the conventional idea of “saving life for later.” Together, they explore why waiting until 65 to finally live is a flawed plan, and how small, everyday choices like family dinners, workouts with your kids, or even junk time on the couch can become priceless $50,000 moments you'll wish you could buy back one day. In this episode, Darius and Derek will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Clubhouse Connections (02:24) Derek's Book Journey and Success (05:31) The Art of Asking for Support (09:23) Writing Process and Midlife Reflections (15:05) The Concept of Retirement Revisited (18:10) The Tale of Two Tonys (23:31) Challenging Traditional Retirement Norms (26:22) The Importance of Social Networks in Work Life (27:43) Engagement and Longevity: The Case for Never Retiring (29:30) Purpose vs. Happiness: The Science Behind Meaningful Living (32:12) Serving Others: A Path to Fulfillment (36:19) Finding Balance: Work, Purpose, and Personal Satisfaction (38:31) The Financial Equation: Extending Your Runway (40:36) The Entrepreneurial Perspective on Retirement (43:40) Regret Minimization: Making the Most of Time (48:10) Creating Meaningful Moments with Family (54:54) Final Thoughts: Embracing Life Now and Later Derek Coburn is an entrepreneur, financial advisor, and USA Today bestselling author of “Let's Retire Retirement: How to Live Your Life to the Fullest—Now and Later.” With over 27 years of experience, he challenges the traditional retirement model and offers a new vision for building a life so fulfilling you'll never want to retire. He is also the co-founder of CADRE, an exclusive community for CEOs and entrepreneurs, and the author of the #1 Amazon bestseller “Networking Is Not Working.” Featured in Forbes, Derek is a passionate advocate for investing in experiences and relationships over material success. He lives in Virginia with his wife Melanie and their two sons. Sponsored by: Brevo: Head over to brevo.com/greatness and use the code greatness to get 50% off Starter and Business Plans for the first 3 months of an annual subscription. Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/darius.  Shopify: Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/greatness.  Connect with Derek: Website: https://www.derekcoburn.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekcoburn/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cadredc/  Book: https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Retire-Retirement-Enjoy-Fullest_Now/dp/1774585065  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Forbes warns that President Trump appears to be pushing a settlement with Russia that would jeopardize Ukraine's viability, and would jeopardize the free world—and urges the administration to change course and protect Ukraine's sovereignty.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's the deal with adaptogens—are they just wellness hype, or do they actually work?Hey, love. This solo episode is a soul-to-sip deep dive into something super close to my heart: adaptogens. I've studied these herbs for years, experimented with them through the depths of burnout and postpartum, and today I'm breaking it all down for you — myths, magic, and everything in between.This one's raw, real, and sprinkled with chai wisdom. You'll also get the backstory of how I blended ancient traditions with modern mama needs to create a soul-calming, hormone-honoring chai experience.What you'll get out of this episode… What adaptogens are and how they work3 common myths about adaptogensHow to use adaptogens to get your brain and mood back to normalA simple, nourishing ritual to reconnect with your bodyThe reason why I added adaptogens to my wellness chai brandFor the mamas carrying it all—this is your permission to pause. Chai Tonics was crafted with soul, our blends and tools designed to ground your energy, calm your mind, and help you slow down. Start your mini ritual today at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics and use code BRAVE for 15% off.This Episode is Powered by Health NagYour 30s and 40s don't have to mean slowing down. Health Nag's Bioactive Collagen Jelly supports skin, joints, and gut health with science-backed, highly absorbable collagen. Female-founded, functional, and made for real life. Grab yours at https://neetabhushan.com/healthnag and use code BRAVETABLE for 10% off.Sponsored by Zoime Longevity ClinicYour health is your greatest wealth. Zoime Longevity Clinic uses advanced multi-omics testing and AI-powered diagnostics to decode your unique biology—so you can thrive, not just survive. Learn more at https://neetabhushan.com/zoime and use code BRAVETABLE for 10% off your consultation.Want more?☕ Love chai + self-care? Grab my free 12-month ritual guide → neetabhushan.com/chaitonics

The beer world is filled with achievements. A few weeks back the Great American Beer Festival handed out its annual awards. Around Denver there were other competitions like Alpha King and Krispy King. Brewers might be crowned in “best of” lists by newspapers or local magazines. Way back in the day Wynkoop Brewery would hand out its beer drinker of the year award.Other milestones are more private and personal. Don Tse, recently hit an important beer milestone. For nearly thirty years he has been chronicling and cataloguing every beer he has consumed. The number is impressive as is his commitment to the cause. Tse a prolific writer and his work appears in magazines, on Forbes.com, and he co-hosts the All About Beer podcast.  For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsDogfish Head Craft BreweryCalling all hop heads! Dogfish Head's 60 Minute IPA is a fantastically hoppy India Pale Ale that's beautifully balanced thanks to their unique continual hopping method. Delivering a pungent hop flavor that isn't crushingly bitter, 60 Minute is continually hopped throughout the boil for a full 60 minutes … starting to see where the name comes from?! Check out dogfish.com to learn more and to find some 60 Minute near you! Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Milton, DE. Please drink responsibly.Stomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code FIRSTRUN for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuest:  Don TseSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp Stickers, Dogfish HeadTags: Tasting, Travel, Milestones, CanadaPhoto:  Don Tse

No roadmap, no safety net, only risk and the hope of reward — that's entrepreneurship. For Jimmy and Megan Feeman, founders of NoBaked Cookie Dough, landing on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list came after quitting their jobs, breaking into a new industry, and evolving their business through every challenge that came their way. In this episode, Jimmy shares the moment they knew they had a successful product and what it's really like to be named a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Hear his insights on building a brand on social media, running a business with your spouse, and learning from your mistakes! Topics discussed: Introduction (00:00) Jimmy's entrepreneurial journey (01:40) Risks and the entrepreneurial mindset (06:16) Founding NoBaked and early mistakes (08:50) Their first moment of success (10:58) The key to making business and marriage work (11:53) How to build a brand on social media (15:15) Pivoting from a franchise model to CPG (17:33) How parenthood impacted his perspective (20:13) The reality of making the Forbes 30 Under 30 list (23:13) What brought you JOY today? (27:33) Resources: Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/ Connect with Larry Sprung: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung Connect with Jimmy Feeman: Website: https://nobakedcookiedough.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nobaked/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/feemanjimmy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@behindthefoodpodcast Podcast: https://linktr.ee/Jamesfeeman About Our Guest: Jimmy Feeman is the co-founder of NoBaked Cookie Dough, a dessert brand redefining the refrigerated cookie dough aisle. Jimmy and his co-founder, Megan, grew NoBaked from a single scoop shop into a national CPG brand. NoBaked is now focused on franchising scoop shops to bring the NoBaked experience to more cities across the country. Jimmy is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, an Ironman, and passionate startup enthusiast. Jimmy shares his insights on building brands, scaling franchises, and growing businesses on LinkedIn, social media, and his podcast Behind the Food. Disclosure: Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site. This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

Why are employees leaving—and how can leaders keep them committed? In this episode, Hall of Fame keynote speaker Joe Mull, CSP, CPAE, shares powerful employee retention strategies to help organizations improve workplace culture, employee engagement, and motivation. Joe reveals the real reason people change jobs and the two essential questions every leader must ask to attract and retain top talent. Learn how to create a destination workplace that boosts employee satisfaction, strengthens leadership development, and inspires people to join, stay, care, and give their best. To subscribe to Joe Mull's BossBetter Email newsletter, visit https://BossBetterNow.com For more info on working with Joe Mull, visit https://joemull.com For more info on Boss Hero School, visit https://bossheroschool.com To email the podcast, use bossbetternow@gmail.com #transformativeleadership #workplaceculture #companyculture #talentretention #employeeengagement #employeeretention #bossheroschool #employalty Joe Mull is on a mission to help leaders and business owners create the conditions where commitment takes root—and the entire workplace thrives. A dynamic and deeply relatable speaker, Joe combines compelling research, magnetic storytelling, and practical strategies to show exactly how to cultivate loyalty, ignite effort, and build people-first workplaces where both performance and morale flourish. His message is clear: when commitment is activated, engagement rises, teams gel, retention improves, and business outcomes soar. Joe is the founder of Boss Hero School™ and the creator of the acclaimed Employalty™ framework, a roadmap for creating thriving workplaces in a new era of work. He's the author of three books, including Employalty, named a top business book of the year by Publisher's Weekly, and his popular podcast, Boss Better Now, ranks in the top 1% of management shows globally. A former head of learning and development at one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S., Joe has spent nearly two decades equipping leaders—from Fortune 500 companies like State Farm, Siemens, and Choice Hotels to hospitals, agencies, and small firms—with the tools to lead better, inspire commitment, and build more humane workplace cultures. His insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and more. In 2025, Joe was inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame (CPAE). This is the speaking profession's highest honor, a distinction granted to less than 1% of professional speakers worldwide. It's awarded to speakers who demonstrate exceptional talent, integrity, and influence in the speaking profession For more information visit joemull.com.

Marcy Axelrod is a bestselling and award-winning author, TV Contributor, 2X TEDx speaker and management consultant. Her latest book, How We Choose to Show Up, is a #1 Bestseller and was recently awarded the Hayakawa book prize. Marcy has been interviewed in Forbes, Psychology Today, and The Marketing Journal, among others. Her approaches have been tested and proven through projects with some of the world's largest high-tech companies (e.g., HP, SAP, Cisco). With a background on Wall Street (Lehman Brothers) and in Silicon Valley, Marcy's work has been highly praised by professors at Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, and Cornell. Based on 20+ years of research, Marcy's latest book, How We Choose to Show Up, presents in 3-D nature's model of how humans are designed to Show Up to thrive. The resulting model is helping thousands of people connect more deeply with themselves, others and their experiences, adding meaning to their lives, and helping companies around the world to innovate and grow. Showing Up integrates neuroscience, psychology, behavioral economics and evolutionary biology with top consulting strategies and leading business practices, to help people, companies and societies succeed.  https://choosetoshowup.com/  

We're back for another episode of our Dear Former Fence-Sitter series with mom, therapist, and former fence-sitter, Amanda E. White, where we're answering questions that include... I feel like having a child will mean a more fulfilled life, but I can't seem to focus on anything but the downsides of parenthood. What should I do?  If I don't like other people's kids, is it still possible I'd enjoy having my own? How do I know if the pull I feel to have a child comes from within — or is just external pressure? As mentioned in the show: Listen to my original conversation with Amanda, where she shares her personal Kids or Childfree journey, here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ir3CeSSRRLLh2PbVwQn1h Find Amanda on Instagram: instagram.com/therapyforwomen Read Amanda's Fence Sitter Substack: amandaewhite.substack.com Listen to Amanda's Nuance Needed Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/73G84FVO6k5lIAaRWhzlUi?si=39f1a6ffbd444408 Learning about Amanda's therapy practice, Therapy for Women Center: www.therapyforwomencenter.com About Amanda: Amanda E. White is a licensed therapist and the creator of the popular Instagram account @therapyforwomen. She writes a substack called Fence Sitter. She is the author of the book “Not Drinking Tonight” and its corresponding workbook. She is the founder of the group therapy practice, Therapy for Women Center, based in Philadelphia serving clients across the country. She has been featured in notable publications such as Forbes, Washington Post, Shape, Women's Health Magazine, and more.  To learn more visit amandaewhite.com __ Join an upcoming Kids or Childfree workshop here: kidsorchildfree.com/workshop Check out our free resources here, or at kidsorchildfree.com/free-resources And don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Kids or Childfree Podcast if you love what you're hearing! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, or a rating on Spotify. Find us online at www.kidsorchildfree.com. Instagram: www.instagram.com/kidsorchildfree TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@kidsorchildfree

Sherré DeMao is founder and CEO of BizGrowth Inc, an award-winning strategy, intellectual property, and training firm focused on providing next-level, next-idea solutions for entrepreneurial enterprises. She is an expert in helping entrepreneurs and their teams realize success through empowering exponential growth, building preferential value, and embracing industry leadership. Her firm has earned more than 50 awards locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Her business acumen, advocacy and innovative approach to advising and working with entrepreneurs has resulted in national recognition including being honored with a Small Business Woman Champion Award (2006) by the Small Business Administration, named among North America's 50 Most Enterprising Women (2007), and being inducted as an expert in Forbes Council in 2022 as a result of her business growth track record. A Certified Growth Strategist, Sherré is a nationally acclaimed speaker, author, and thought leader. Her book, Me, Myself & Inc. resulted in her being the subject matter expert for Chapter 2, also called Me, Myself & Inc. in the university textbook, Smart Start-up Business Management. Her book Dream Wide Awake was released in February 2020 and selected as a Leadership Book Club choice by NAWIC National. Her next books, The Profitability Quotient: What COVID Business Successes Confirmed, and THIRVE! Too Agile to Fail, will be released in 2026.Contact Sherre De Mao:Since my books are not going to be released until 2026, the one book that could be promoted is Dream Wide Awake which is an empowerment guide for dream doing instead of daydreaming. It can be purchased on amazon and any other book retailer websites.My blogs, Dream Wide Awake & BizGrowth 5.0 and Forbes thought leader insights. May be the easiest to promote.https://www.sherredemao.com/dream-wide-awake/ (weekly)https://www.bizgrowthinc.com/bizgrowth-5-0/ (bi-monthly)https://councils.forbes.com/profile/Sherre-DeMao-CEO-BizGrowth-Maestro-BizGrowth-Inc/917cdcd3-f596-4c5f-8d0f-06596dca6053https://www.facebook.com/sherre.demao/https://www.instagram.com/bizgrowthmaestro/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherre-demao-02248a1/Dr. Kimberley LinertSpeaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral OptometristEvent Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com702.256.9199

Because healthcare today can be increasingly defined as commodified, expedient, financialized, myopic, reductionist and failing to transcend politics, the question of healthcare's ethics or the roll ethics plays should play is increasingly begged. For example, last October Health Affairs launched an “Ethics and Health Systems Change” series that to date has simply complained about private equity and corporate medicine, federal immigration and gender care policies and de-professionalization. What fidelity does healthcare have to normative ethics when, for example, 27 million Americans and counting are uninsured, over 100 million lack a primary care provider and over 90 million cannot afford care if they needed today. Dr. Jain, President and CEO of the SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan, discusses the causes of healthcare's ethical erosion and how begged ethical issues or questions can be addressed. The two Forbes articles authored by Dr Jain and discussed during this interview are at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/sachinjain/2025/09/22/ethical-erosion-how-good-people-lose-their-way-in-healthcare/ and https://www.forbes.com/sites/sachinjain/2025/01/21/who-me-ethical-erosion-and-the-deafening-silence-of-americas-healthcare-leaders/. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thehealthcarepolicypodcast.com

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for October 21, 2025 is: sedentary • SED-un-tair-ee • adjective Something described as sedentary does or involves a lot of sitting. Sedentary can also mean "not physically active" (as in "a sedentary lifestyle") or "not migratory" (as in "sedentary birds" or "a sedentary civilization"). // Editing the dictionary is a sedentary job. See the entry > Examples: "From open offices to home workstations, employees across industries invested in sit-stand setups with the hope of counteracting sedentary lifestyles." — Michelle Stansbury, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2025 Did you know? Sedentary comes from the Latin verb sedēre, meaning "to sit." Other descendants of sedēre include dissident, insidious, preside, reside, and subsidy. Sedēre is also the base of the rare sedens, a noun that refers to a person who remains a resident of the place or region of their birth.

Do you want to learn the right mindset to achieve your ultimate success? In this episode of the Happy Hustle Podcast, I have on Alex Banayan, the youngest and #1 international bestselling business author in American history. Alex and I talk about the mindset of success and the power of possibility. Named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list and Business Insider's “Most Powerful People Under 30,” Alex is his generation's leading expert in high performance and personal development, having been featured in Fortune, CNBC, Businessweek, The Washington Post, MSNBC, Fox News, and NBC News. An acclaimed keynote speaker, he has presented the Third Door™ framework to corporate leadership teams around the world, including Apple, Google, Nike, IBM, Snapchat, Salesforce, Delta Airlines, Kaiser Permanente, Mastercard, and Disney. His new book, The Third Door is his seven-year quest to uncover the definitive mindset of exponential growth and success. Over the course of his unprecedented journey, he interviewed Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, Larry King, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, Jessica Alba, Quincy Jones, and more. The book is now a #1 international bestseller, has been translated into more than a dozen languages, and has been acclaimed by The New York Post as “a joy to read.” If you want to know how the world's most successful people succeed in their careers, grab a copy of The Third Door Book at https://amzn.to/3lDyjy9 And if you're feeling like you need a holiday from the holidays, I have the perfect solution. Do yourself a favor and start taking Magnesium Breakthrough every night before you go to bed. Magnesium Breakthrough is so effective is because it's the only organic full-spectrum magnesium supplement that includes 7 unique forms of magnesium for stress relief and better sleep, all in one bottle. For an exclusive offer to all Happy Hustlers, go to www.magnesiumbreakthrough.com/hustle and use code HUSTLE to save 10% when you try Magnesium Breakthrough.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: [00:30:16:02] Persevere past Rejection to Achieve Success [00:36:52:06] The Third Door: The Power of Possibility [00:13:04:26] Use Your Unconscious Mind to Achieve Your Goals [1:00:56:15] Happy Hustle Hacks [Health, Money, Entrepreneurship, Spirituality] [01:21:24:13] Rapid fire questions   What does happy Hustlin mean to you?  Alex says it means going after what you want and the way you want to do it and it's just one of the privileges in life.   Connect with Alex Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Twitter   Find Alex on his website: http://thirddoorbook.com/   Connect with Cary! Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter Youtube   Get a free copy of his new book, The Happy Hustle, 10 Alignments to Avoid Burnout & Achieve Blissful Balance Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure   “It's time To Happy Hustle a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”

Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes.com back to the show for a deep dive into music, madness, and metal. They preview this year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony and trade stories from Jim's recent interviews with legends like Rob Halford of Judas Priest — including Halford's hilarious tale about the best massage he's ever had in Chicago's Boys Town — plus Marky Ramone, Emo Phillips, and the chaotic geniuses of GWAR. Jim also recaps Riot Fest, Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, and more, while he and Nick swap some wild and heartfelt Shane MacGowan memories. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to break down Hollywood's strangest casting choices, from Angelina Jolie somehow playing Colin Farrell's mother to Tom Cruise trying to fill the massive boots of Jack Reacher. Turns out, suspension of disbelief only stretches so far. [Ep 396]

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Muriel M. Wilkins, host of Harvard Business Review's podcast, Coahing Real Leaders and author of LEADERSHIP UNBLOCKED: Break Through the Beliefs that Limit Your Potential. Tune in now!  Key Takeaways From This Episode: Some common pain points and limiting beliefs facing leaders How to navigate micromanaging A look into Muriel's book, LEADERSHIP UNBLOCKED: Break Through the Beliefs that Limit Your Potential ABOUT MURIEL M. WILKINS: Muriel M. Wilkins, founder and CEO of Paravis Partners, is a sought-after C-suite adviser and executive coach with a twenty-year track record of helping senior leaders take their performance to the next level. She is the coauthor of Own the Room: Discover Your Signature Voice to Master Your Leadership Presence. Muriel is the host of the Harvard Business Review podcast Coaching Real Leaders, consistently ranked as a top-ten podcast in Apple's Management category. Connect with Muriel: Order Muriel's book: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Unblocked-Through-Beliefs-Potential/dp/1647827264/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0  Website: https://www.murielwilkins.com/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/murielwilkins/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/coachmurielwilkins   About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to “Live Greatly” while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

William Vanderbloemen is the founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, one of the leading executive search firms serving churches, nonprofits, schools, and values-based businesses. A former pastor and now a trusted advisor to mission-driven organizations, William has helped over 3,000 clients find leadership talent that aligns both in competence and character. He's also a Forbes contributor and the author of Work How You're Wired, Be the Unicorn, and Next: Pastoral Succession That Works. On this episode we talk about: How polishing his grandmother's silver as a kid sparked his entrepreneurial streak Lessons learned from ministry leadership that translated into building a multimillion-dollar faith-based search firm The moment he left job security to launch a business from scratch — in the middle of the 2008 financial crisis Why pursuing your deeper mission matters more than any financial metric The role of relationships, purpose, and wiring in long-term success How understanding your natural strengths can transform your leadership, career, and team dynamics Top 3 Takeaways You'll never have perfect clarity before you start—take the first step and let the next one reveal itself. Success looks different when you're doing work aligned with your unique wiring and purpose. No relationship is accidental—treat every connection as an opportunity to serve and grow. Notable Quotes “Work how you're wired. Everyone has unique lanes that make them better at what they do.” “If you wait until it's clean to take the first step, you've already missed your chance.” “You can do good and do good business at the same time.” Connect with William Vanderbloemen: Website: vanderbloemen.com ✖️✖️✖️✖️

Kate Assaraf is a serial entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Dip Sustainable Hair Care, building a 7-figure beauty brand without Amazon, big-box retailers, or influencer gimmicks. Kate is also a Forbes columnist, and a mom of two who proves that entrepreneurship and motherhood can coexist without burnout—by prioritizing presence, purpose, and smart business choices. Kate has been featured in Allure, Cosmopolitan, Modern Salon, and The Unwash, was named NJ's Mompreneur of the Year (2024), and was honored as a “Woman of Courage” by Insigniam Quarterly. She's passionate about helping other moms in business build profitable brands without sacrificing their families, values, or sanity.

On the latest episode of the Remarkable Retail Podcast co-hosts Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc deliver another fast-moving episode at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and retail reinvention.The episode opens with Steve leading the weekly news rundown, spotlighting Walmart's groundbreaking partnership with OpenAI's ChatGPT — a move that could redefine how shoppers discover products and transact. They then turn to earnings where LVMH's modest rebound hints at a possible luxury reset, contrasted sharply with Saks Global's double-digit losses and ongoing integration pains. The co-hosts analyze Levi's direct-to-consumer surge under CEO Michelle Gass, before diving into Aritzia's remarkable 32% growth and aggressive US expansion.From there Michaels Arts & Crafts CEO David Boone joins for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, transformation, and speed. Boone shares how Michaels' “seize the moment” initiative emerged after the collapse of Party City and JoAnn's — an opportunity to rapidly introduce new in-store and digital concepts like The Party Shop and Balloon Bar. Drawing on his leadership experience at Staples Canada, Boone contrasts private equity agility with public-company complexity and explains why, in today's market, inaction is riskier than risk itself.Boone also details Michaels' journey toward a truly omnichannel creative ecosystem, where digital discovery enhances the tactile joy of physical stores. He discusses the integration of JoAnn's beloved IP into the Michaels experience and how the company's purpose — “fueling the joy of creativity and celebration” — guides everything from store design to marketing voice.Steve and Michael close with their “what's remarkable” segment, breaking down OpenAI's new Sora social video app and the explosive pace of AI adoption and lifting up International artisanal brand MUDD and the creative retail energy they embody. Together they reflect on the balance of innovation, humanity, and retail momentum heading into the 2025 holiday season. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

In this empowering episode of The Entrepreneurial You, Heneka Watkis-Porter sits down with Nerissa Golden, author, speaker, and fearless entrepreneur, to talk about what it truly means to trust your intuition, embrace faith, and step courageously into your God-given purpose. Nerissa shares her bold journey of walking away from her prestigious role as the first Director of Information for the Government of Montserrat — a life-changing decision that tested her faith and strengthened her trust in God's plan. Through honesty and vulnerability, she reveals how surrendering to divine guidance can unlock freedom, peace, and success far beyond what logic can offer. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to trust your intuition when logic says otherwise The difference between fear-driven and faith-driven decisions How to overcome fear in business and step into your purpose Why prayer and worship are essential weapons against fear Practical lessons from Live Fearless: A Christian Entrepreneur's Guide to Life and Business COMMUNITY CONNECTION: Now it's time for one of my favourite parts of the show — Community Connection! This is the moment where I get to pause and connect directly with you — our incredible listener. I absolutely love hearing how these conversations are inspiring your journey, shaping your leadership, and helping you grow into the phenomenal entrepreneur you were created to be. Today's message comes from Tashana Lindsay, a graduate of the Grace to Grow Cohort 5 & 6, who shared this beautiful note following our celebration at LeaderHouse Kingston: “Remarkable, remarkable, remarkable — and again I say remarkable! It was such a wonderful experience for me. THUMBS UP to everyone — you all felt like family. Now, let's shine and pay this beautiful grace forward! Thank you, Heneka.” Thank you so much, Tashana, for sharing your heart! Your words remind us what this community is all about — connection, courage, and paying grace forward. CONTACT NERISSA GOLDEN: Instagram: instagram.com/trulynerissagolden LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nerissagolden Facebook: facebook.comnerissa.golden GIVE AWAY: Fearless Quiz and get a personalised strategy and access to my free fearless living course. TRENDING NOW: According to Forbes 2025, almost 72% of female entrepreneurs cite fear of failure as their primary barrier to scaling. Yet, research from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor shows that women who blend purpose with profit now lead 48% of new business innovations. Nerissa's brand of fearless entrepreneurship is what more of the world needs right now. If you enjoyed this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating, and share it with your friends. Visit henekawatkisporter.com to download a free eBook on how to conduct podcast interviews like a pro! RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT ENJOY: Discover more episodes that offer valuable insights, inspiration, and practical tips to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. Rewrite Your Story: Human Behavior as the Key to Leadership and Growth With Carly Pepin Time Freedom: The Secret Weapon for Entrepreneurs and Executives With Renee Hastings AFFIRM WITH ME: I am fearless, faithful, and fully equipped for the purpose God has placed within me. LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE: Spotify: https://bit.ly/TEYSpotify Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/2nDEbsZ POWERED BY OUR SPONSORS: Thanks to our sponsors henekawatkisporter.com & the Jamaica Stock Exchange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most agents are a little freaked out by AI, but here's the truth: it's not here to replace the real estate professional. It's here to replace inefficiency. For years, real estate has rewarded the agents who grind harder, not smarter. The ones who show up earlier, stay up later, and never stop hustling. But the next wave of top producers will be the ones who out-automate everyone else. When most agents hear “AI,” they think job loss. But what if it's actually the key to something real estate's never offered: predictable income and real financial freedom? What if it's the missing link between chaos and consistency in your business? How do we lean into AI and leverage it to run profitable businesses? I was featured on Atlanta real estate broker Glennda Baker's show, Glennda's Gurus.  We talked about how to build a retirement-ready business in a field that doesn't even have pensions. We also discussed how to use AI to scale your brand and influence, and why fear is the biggest wealth killer in real estate right now.   We've been using AI for many years, but companies have been charging us for it. Now we have the choice to use these tools to increase our income, return on investment, and return on time for free. -Marki Lemons Ryhal    Things You'll Learn In This Episode  AI as your income multiplier I boosted my productivity by 261% and my monthly income by 283% by automating repetitive tasks. How can you use AI to do the same, without losing your personal touch? Consistency as your competitive edge Success in real estate isn't about doing more; it's about doing the right things consistently. How can AI help you stay consistent when motivation fades? Automation as your retirement plan Most agents don't have pensions, but technology can help you build one. How can automation create the financial freedom real estate rarely provides? Fear is your biggest opportunity If most agents are too scared to adopt AI, what happens to those who lean in early and master it while others hesitate?   Guest Bio Glennda Baker is an international real estate broker with three decades of expertise, recognized as both a prominent social media influencer and a distinguished thought leader in the field. As a highly respected Atlanta real estate broker, she specializes in residential real estate and has been recognized nationally as one of Newsweek's America's Best Agents. Glennda's expertise in the local market and global connections are unparalleled, making her the go-to source for real estate guidance worldwide. As the leader of The Diamond Squad, an all-female real estate team, Glennda has honed her marketing skills and out-of-the-box thinking to build a signature brand that is recognized and respected worldwide. Industry leaders refer to Glennda as the most recognized face in real estate. As the Queen of Real Estate Video, Glennda shares her love and passion for real estate to impact, inform, and inspire buyers and sellers all over the world to create generational wealth through real estate as well as level up the real estate agent community. To learn more, visit https://glennda.net/.    About Your Host Marki Lemons Ryhal is a ​​Licensed Managing Broker, REALTOR®, and avid volunteer.  She is a dynamic keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, both on-site and virtual; she's the go-to expert for artificial Intelligence, entrepreneurship, and social media in real estate. Marki Lemons Ryhal is dedicated to all things real estate, and with 25+ years of marketing experience, Marki has taught over 250,000 REALTORS® how to earn up to a 2682% return on their marketing dollars. Marki's expertise has been featured in Forbes, the Washington Post, Homes.com, and REALTOR® Magazine.   Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you! 

In today's episode, we have the pleasure to interview Robert Glazer, author of The Compass Within.Robert is a #1 Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and international bestselling author of seven books, including Elevate, Friday Forward, and Elevate Your Team. He's the founder and chairman of Acceleration Partners, a global leader in partnership marketing, and the creator of Friday Forward, a weekly newsletter read by over 200,000 leaders in 100+ countries.He's A TEDx speaker, top-rated CEO, and host of the Elevate Podcast—a top 1% global show with more than 3 million downloads—Robert has been featured in Harvard Business Review, The Today Show, Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc. Magazine. He's known for helping individuals and organizations clarify their values, elevate performance, and build cultures that actually live their principles.In this episode, you'll learn how to uncover and articulate your personal core values using six deceptively simple questions, why alignment across the “big three” decisions—partner, community, and work—determines your daily energy and long-term success, and how to turn values into real decision-making tools (not wall art) with a validator test and practical rituals.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Robert Glazer.To Learn More about Robert and buy his book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/5zzxDxIWebsite/Socials: https://robertglazer.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/glazer/https://www.instagram.com/robertglazer_Chapters: 0:00 Intro1:56 Figuring out what your core values are7:43 Why company values & reality most times don't match10:33 Fiction narrative as a more effective way of communication12:30 Companies always have values & priorities16:37 The big 3 in life & alignment to core values21:37 Picking a life partner based on values28:08 Work, business and values alignment31:56 6 questions to find out your core values34:39 Using AI to work through your core values35:58 Where to connect with Robert, his work and book____________________________________________Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community!https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

October is Maria's birthday month—and her wish this year? More empathy and compassion in leadership. In this special solo episode, Maria shares why we must stop accepting toxic leadership as “normal,” and how you can turn the tide toward human-centered, high-performing workplaces.Plus, she's got a special birthday and holiday gift for you (and maybe one for her, too!): Buy The Empathy Dilemma in bulk for your clients or teams and get a free 30-minute virtual Author Fireside Chat if you order 50+ copies by Dec 31, 2025.She also shares three powerful, practical actions any leader can take to be a more empathetic leader and increase engagement, performance, and accountability —and reminds you where to go for more inspiration, including her upcoming virtual leadership events and her Forbes column.To access the episode transcript, go to www.TheEmpathyEdge.com and search by episode title.Highlights:Maria's 53rd birthday reflections: why empathy matters more than ever.The myth of “tough” leadership and what to replace it with.Her birthday/holiday book, discounted bulk order promotion, and how it benefits your team.Three actions leaders can take right now to model empathy.Details on Maria's virtual Leadership Events.Where to find her latest Forbes articles. "There's clearly no more data I can show you. Now, it's a question of you deciding what kind of leader - and person - do YOU want to be?" — Maria Ross Episode References: Buy The Empathy Dilemma in bulk at a discount: https://www.TheEmpathyDilemma.com. Buy 50 or more copies and contact me to get your free virtual Author Fireside Chat to guide discussion and enable action.Join an upcoming Leadership Event: https://red-slice.com/leadership-workshopRead Maria's Forbes column: https://www.forbes.com/sites/mariarossArticle on the 996 trend: https://www.wired.com/story/silicon-valley-china-996-work-schedule/ Sponsor Message: Keynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariaross Connect with Maria:Get Maria's books on empathy: Red-Slice.com/booksLearn more about Maria's work: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red SliceThreads: @redslicemariaKeynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariarossGet your copy of The Empathy Dilemma here- www.theempathydilemma.com

In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author and leadership expert Mark Murphy, founder of Leadership IQ and one of the most respected voices in organizational culture, performance, and hiring.Mark's work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and Forbes, and his newest book, Team Players: The Five Critical Roles You Need to Build a Winning Team, breaks down what it truly takes to create a high-performing organization.We talk about:The five critical roles every winning team needsHow to hire the right people and build future leaders within your companyThe importance of stepping up as a CEO or leader to support your team's growthWhy pushing people out of their comfort zones leads to breakthroughsPractical advice for entrepreneurs doing it all and burning outThis episode is packed with lessons on leadership, accountability, and culture whether you're running a company, leading a small team, or trying to scale your business the right way.Guest Info: Mark MurphyWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.leadershipiq.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markamurphy/Host Info:Email: Bill@rkreiman.comCONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶︎ YOUTUBE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAdSxHN0dIXZPhA-6p1HYA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ INSTAGRAM | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/imbillreiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎FACEBOOK| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/billy.reiman ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ LINKEDIN | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-reim...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ TWITTER | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ImBillReiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ WEBSITE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rkreiman.com⁠

Presented by Lauren Stibgen With one-third of our life spent working, it is no wonder we seek friendship and connection from our colleagues. A recent Forbes article from March 2024 titled How Loneliness Can Impact Your Job (And Life) by Tracy Brower says 69% of employees report they are unsatisfied with their social connections at work, and 43% don't feel a sense of connection with their colleagues.[1] Loneliness is universal, and it doesn't hold a title or age. CEOs and assistants are equally impacted by these feelings of disconnection. Since it is subjective, we need never negate our own personal feelings of loneliness or those feelings of a colleague. As followers of Jesus, what does this mean for us? First, what if we are the employee feeling dissatisfied with our social connection at work? Turning to the Word of God can remind us it is our God who sees us in our daily work even when we feel alone. Consider when the woman at the well went to draw water. She went in the middle of the day, the hottest time. Although we are not told about her feelings, we know she went alone because she likely was not accepted by the other Samaritan women. She was alone, and perhaps lonely when she encountered Jesus. He knew the intimate details of her not so perfect life and offered her living water—salvation in him! You can read this story in John 4:4-30. And, what about Hagar? She was sent away, pregnant and alone when she was met by God and felt seen. Read more about Hagar in Genesis 16. The woman at the well and Hagar are reminders that even when we are walking alone, God sees us. Maybe you aren't lonely at work. You have a wonderful social community! As a follower of Jesus, we are called to see others. Just as Jesus saw the woman at the well and God saw Hagar, who do you see in your workplace who could use some social connection? There is a Christian song by Brandon Heath, Give Me Your Eyes with perfect lyrics: “Give me your eyes for just one second, give me your eyes so I can see…”[2] Take a listen. It can encourage you to see those in your workplace that could use you extending your care and connection in that moment! -- [1] Brower, T. (2024, March 21). How Workplace Loneliness Can Impact Your Job (And Life). Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2024/03/21/how-workplace-loneliness-can-impact-your-job/ [2] Heath, B., & Ingram, J. (2008). Give Me Your Eyes [Song]. In What If We [Album]. Reunion Records.

EPISODE SUMMARY What if business growth followed the laws of physics? My guest, Chip Higgins, says it does — and he's built a system around it called Bizzics: the physics of business.  To learn more, listen to the full episode now! We talked about: … The physics of business … Why creating momentum is paramount … Identifying friction in your life & business   EPISODE NOTES Chip Higgins is a 40-year veteran of the banking industry and founder of Bizzics, LLC - a small business coaching practice that focuses on momentum as a starting point for growth plans. Bizzics is "the physics of business". In 2024, Chip authored The Bizzics Way: Powering Your Small Business to Maximum momentum under the Forbes imprint. The book achieved Amazon bestseller status on pre-sale and eventually earned the #1 bestseller distinction in five different Amazon categories. Most recently, Chip launched Bizzics on Demand, an AI agent trained in the book and a wide variety of business resources that offers unlimited access to a 24/7 thinking partner at a very affordable price point.   LINKS Free 7-day trial:  www.bizzics.com/bizzics-on-demand www.bizzics.com www.chiphiggins.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-higgins-072a754/   ------------ Click this link to listen on your favorite podcast player and if you enjoy the show, please leave a rating & review: https://linktr.ee/wiredforsuccess ------------------ Music credit: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) ----------------- Disclaimer: Podcast Episodes might contain sponsored content.        

You know about social media. You know about marketing. You know about sales.But when it comes to PR, most business owners have no idea where to start.In this video, I'm breaking down exactly what every founder, marketing team, or product-based brand needs to know before pitching the media.Here's what we'll cover:✨ What PR really means for your brand today (it's not just press releases)

Send us a textIn this episode, Jamie Shibley, CEO of The Expressory joins host Jason Mudd to discuss how to strengthen relationships through thoughtful, strategic corporate gifting.Tune in to learn more!Meet Our Guest:Our episode guest is Jamie Shibley, CEO of The Expressory, a strategic engagement agency helping businesses strengthen relationships through thoughtful, relationship-first strategies. She's a best-selling author and recognized expert in strategic gifting and relationship marketing, with insights featured on “Entertainment Tonight” and Forbes.com.Five things you'll learn from this episode:1. Strategic and themed gift giving for internal and external audiences2. How to redefine “gifting” beyond presents3. The three emotional pillars that build strong business relationships4. Ethical considerations and best practices for corporate gifting programs5. Why systems and consistency are essential to meaningful engagement Quotables“To form a relationship with somebody, that person needs to feel three things. They need to feel that you understand them, they need to feel that you validate what's important in their world, and they need to feel that you care.” — Jamie Shibley“You recognize that it's not only the people that you already know and have some sort of relationship with. It's about nurturing the ones you want for the long term as well.” — Jamie Shibley“When your vendor partners feel valued and seen, they will work harder for you.” — Jamie Shibley“Sometimes a gift is your smarts. Sometimes a gift is just something that's simply helpful to someone so you don't have to spend. The budget does not matter.” — Jamie Shibley“We would be better off not sending a gift or not sending a note card to somebody if it has something that has a negative unintended consequence or ramifications.” — Jason MuddIf you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share it with a colleague or friend. You may also support us through Buy Me a Coffee or by leaving us a quick podcast review.More About Jamie ShibleyJamie Shibley is the CEO of The Expressory, a strategic engagement agency that believes the key to accelerating business growth and profitability in the post-COVID era lies in your ability to maintain personal connections and build emotional loyalty in your relationships. Jamie is the best-selling author of “Relationship-First Strategic Engagement” and is widely respected as a market leader. Her work has been featured on “Entertainment Tonight” and Forbes.com.Guest's contact info and resources:Jamie Shibley on LinkedInThe Expressory website“Relationship-First Strategic Engagement” bookRecorded: June 23, 2025Support the show On Top of PR is produced by Axia Public Relations, named by Forbes as one of America's Best PR Agencies. Axia is an expert PR firm for national brands. On Top of PR is sponsored by ReviewMaxer, the platform for monitoring, improving, and promoting online customer reviews.

In episode 112 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott is joined by Michael Scarpati, co-founder and CEO of RetireUS, to expose the hard truths behind financial planning today. From the myth of “set it and forget it” retirement accounts to the hidden toll of financial stress, he explains why doing nothing may be the most dangerous decision of all.Together, they unpack why 85% of financial professionals aren't required to act in your best interest, how trust in big-name institutions can leave families vulnerable, and why financial wellness is really a form of mental wellness. As Michael shares, financial stress doesn't stay in your bank account, it bleeds into your health, relationships, and leadership.Eric and Michael dive into how fintech is opening access for the 98%, how independent fiduciaries are reshaping trust, and why clarity with money is the key to leading with confidence in uncertain times. Whether you're early in your career, preparing for retirement, or leading a business through chaos, this conversation will give you the clarity to stop "crockpotting" your future and start planning it with intention.Connect w/ Eric Elliott:Website: https://ericelliott.com/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-elliott-45704745/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericmelliott/Twitter: https://x.com/ericmelliottLinktree: https://linktr.ee/ericmelliottEmail: Eric@EricElliott.comText: 843-279-5843Connect w/ Michael Scarpati:Website: https://retire.us/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-a-scarpati/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retire.usSupercharge your online advertising campaigns with Optmyzr!Streamline management, optimize performance, and boost your ROI. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hs.optmyzr.com/hs/vip⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how Optmyzr can revolutionize your digital marketing.Also, as a special treat for our listeners, sign up with the code GOINGFORWARD20 and enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on your first year with Trainual! Seize this opportunity to supercharge your operations and propel your business forward!Eric Elliott is a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert with extensive experience crafting impactful brand narratives for clients across industries. He is the founder of VIP Marketing and Craft Creative. In 2009, Mr. Elliott started VIP Marketing with almost no resources. VIP now has a global team and is recognized as one of the top branding agencies in the USA by Clutch.co. He founded Craft Creative in 2015, a full-service video production company providing premium services to clients across the US. Eric is also the host of Going Forward, a podcast moving conversations with entrepreneurs and leaders that inspire, motivate, and challenge you to embrace possibility and make a difference. Mr. Elliott is the author of numerous articles and an active contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, and Medium. Recognized as a pillar of his community, the city of North Charleston established Eric Elliott Day to honor his name and legacy to inspire others.Going Forward is brought to you by ⁠VIP Marketing⁠.VIP Marketing is a law firm marketing agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to partner with our clients to make them the choice in their market, not just a choice. We're focused on helping them thrive in the digital age by providing a comprehensive suite of services specifically tailored to their needs including: digital marketing services such as SEO and PPC; brand strategy and identity design; website design and development; and premium video production. At VIP Marketing, we elevate the marketing presence of law firms, helping them stand out in competitive markets.

What if the fastest way to future-proof your career isn't networking — it's owning your story? In this episode, AJ and Johnny sit down with Goldie Chan, Forbes columnist and founder of Goldie Builds, to unpack how personal branding creates opportunities long before résumés do. Goldie shares how she went from shy creator to “The Oprah of LinkedIn,” why introverts have a unique advantage in today's attention economy, and how anyone can build a personal brand without dancing on camera or posting every day. This conversation breaks down the simple, repeatable steps to make your digital footprint work for you. Whether you want to get noticed by recruiters, stand out in your field, or create more leverage in your career, this episode gives you the framework to build visibility and credibility on your own terms. What to Listen For [00:00:00] Goldie's unexpected journey from introvert to LinkedIn icon [00:02:15] Why your digital footprint matters more than your résumé [00:04:42] How 800 daily videos built a global brand [00:08:30] Overcoming “Cringe Mountain” and posting your first piece of content [00:13:20] Why personal branding gives you career leverage [00:18:45] How to start with just one post a month [00:24:30] The secret power of Employee Generated Content (EGC) [00:31:05] Why introverts can thrive in personal branding [00:36:42] Goldie's three steps to showing up authentically online [00:42:18] How to build visibility without burning out A Word From Our Sponsors Stop being over looked and unlock your X-Factor today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠unlockyourxfactor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  The very qualities that make you exceptional in your field are working against you socially.  Visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠artofcharm.com/intel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for a social intelligence assessment and discover exactly what's holding you back. Indulge in affordable luxury with Quince. Upgrade your wardrobe today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and hassle-free returns. Grow your way - with Headway! Get started at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠makeheadway.com/CHARM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use my code CHARM for 25% off. Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Sign up for your $1/month trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Need to hire top talent—fast? Claim your $75 Sponsored Job Credit now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SELECTQUOTE.COM/CHARM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TODAY to get started  Curious about your influence level?  Get your Influence Index Score today! Take this 60-second quiz to find out how your influence stacks up against top performers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theartofcharm.com/influence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode resources: ⁠⁠⁠Goldie Chan's LinkedIn Personal Branding for Introverts Check in with AJ and Johnny! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on TikTok⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Execution, not strategy, is where most organizations stumble. In this episode from 2019, Andy Stanley sits down with Chris McChesney, co-author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution, to unpack why great ideas often die in the “whirlwind” of daily work. Chris explains a simple, proven framework that can help leaders improve execution and turn their plans into measurable results. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine. If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing! ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Eric breaks down the evolution of SEO beyond keywords and backlinks, revealing why “search everywhere optimization” is the new essential strategy. He explains how platforms like YouTube, Reddit, Instagram, and even LLMs now influence visibility, and shares actionable methods to adapt and win with SEO today. Learn how to leverage platform-specific content, build positive brand mentions, and stay ahead by embracing adaptability and channel mastery. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Why SEO is misunderstood and what's changed (03:00) The rise of search everywhere optimization (06:00) Optimizing for LLMs, AI overviews, and alternative search engines (09:00) Channel mastery: platform-first strategies for growth (12:00) Adapting and thriving in a changing search landscape

October 20, 2025: In this episode of Future Ready Today, Jacob Morgan breaks down five major stories that show how leadership, learning, and loyalty are being redefined in real time. Korn Ferry reports that 79% of employees say their job isn't what they were promised, revealing a growing gap between expectations and reality. Business Insider finds that white-collar professionals now value employer loyalty more than higher pay, signaling a deeper cultural shift in what workers want from companies. Another Business Insider story by Amanda Hoover explores the rise of “vibe working,” where AI tools reshape how we create, collaborate, and code — but also remind us that real innovation still requires human skill and judgment. Meanwhile, SHRM's State of Recruiting 2025 shows that 69% of organizations are struggling to fill full-time roles, turning hiring into the first real test of the employee experience. And according to Forbes, education systems are falling behind as AI redefines work, leaving both schools and companies scrambling to keep people future ready. Together, these stories reveal a new reality: transparency replaces stability, loyalty outweighs pay, and learning becomes the ultimate competitive edge.