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Discover the key to unlocking true business success by shifting your mindset and implementing a strategic plan that supports freedom and growth. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Trevor McGregor, CEO of Trevor McGregor International, who has guided countless individuals to unlock their potential and achieve success. After experiencing financial failure and a life-changing transformation, Trevor went on to mentor high performers and build a coaching business that helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses while maintaining balance in life. In this episode, Trevor shares his unique insights into the five freedoms: financial, time, location, impact, and relationship freedom, and how anyone can achieve them with the right mindset and strategic planning. Key Takeaways: → The Power of Identity: Your identity determines your success. You'll never outperform the person you believe you are. → Real Estate as a Gateway to Freedom: Trevor's shift to real estate investing helped him recover from financial loss and build a profitable portfolio. → Tony Robbins' Coaching Legacy: Trevor's time working with Tony Robbins gave him unparalleled insight into coaching and human behavior. → Strategic Planning is Key: Most people fail to scale because they don't have a strategic plan or vision for the future. → Limiting Beliefs Hold Us Back: To grow, you must challenge and eliminate limiting beliefs that restrict your progress. Trevor McGregor is a world-class Real Estate Investor and High-Performance Master Coach who has spent more than two decades transforming the lives, and businesses of clients around the globe. With over 45,000 one-to-one coaching sessions to his name, Trevor is recognized as one of the most trusted and sought-after strategic advisors in the industry. He has coached and mentored Fortune 500 Executives, Doctors, Attorneys, Elite Real Estate Investors, Entrepreneurs, and even Olympic Athletes. Trevor's mission is simple: to help people Scale Their Business, Make More Money and Achieve Unparalleled Levels of Success and Time Freedom, faster than they ever thought possible.  His unique blend of real-world investing experience, elite coaching methodologies, and deep mindset mastery has positioned him as a transformational catalyst for high performers who are committed to taking their business and their lives to a whole new level. Connect With Trevor: Website:https://trevormcgregor.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/iamcoachtrevor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-mcgregor-93375862 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this powerful Dropping Bombs episode, founder of Child Safety Soldiers Shane Coyle and undercover decoy Justin Parfet expose the predator epidemic threatening children nationwide.    They detail their heroic work in stopping these criminals, which has led to hundreds of exposures and dozens of convictions. Shane, the voice decoy, and Justin, the primary chatter, explain how predators operate on platforms like Roblox and Instagram, the grooming tactics they use, and their collaboration with police to secure convictions.    They also expose AI dangers, why schools desperately need education on this, and why Hollywood is "Pedo Wood." From busting correctional officers to sounding the alarm on high-profile threats, Shane and Justin deliver urgent, actionable strategies every parent needs right now.   If you're a parent or simply care about child safety, this conversation is your wake-up call—reach out, get involved, or donate today.  

Send us a textA bright dashboard can feel like certainty, but certainty is often the first illusion. We sit down with Dr. Mike Orkin, a seasoned statistician who has advised casinos and Fortune 100 leaders, to explore why smart people make bad calls when the numbers look right—and how to prevent it. From margin of error to the myth of tidy causation, Mike breaks down the difference between patterns worth acting on and patterns that will quietly burn your budget.We dig into classic misreads—like soda sales “causing” polio or alcohol “causing” lung cancer—and show how hidden variables twist decisions. Then we step onto the casino floor to see probability without the storytelling: independent trials, house edge, and why betting limits protect profits. If you've ever heard of positive expected value, you'll hear why it still fails without disciplined sizing, and how the Kelly criterion turns winning odds into sustainable advantage. Along the way, we tackle lotteries, survivor bias, and the uncomfortable truth that winners often emerge because enough people played, not because someone discovered a secret.AI enters as both accelerant and trap. Large language models thrive on correlation and can hallucinate when the evidence runs dry. Mike shares practical guardrails for using AI in places like engineering and support—pairing models with domain expertise, testing for failure modes, and resisting the lure of overconfidence. We also zoom out to a leader's mental model: when to think deterministically, when to think probabilistically, and how to blend data with context, incentives, and human will.If you're steering strategy, allocating capital, or building with AI, this conversation offers a clear checklist: respect uncertainty, size your bets, interrogate correlations, and hire experts who can “think with other people's brains.” Subscribe, share with a data-loving friend, and leave a review with one insight you'll apply this quarter.Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Follow The Brand! We hope you enjoyed learning about the latest trends and strategies in Personal Branding, Business and Career Development, Financial Empowerment, Technology Innovation, and Executive Presence. To keep up with the latest insights and updates, visit 5starbdm.com. And don't miss Grant McGaugh's new book, First Light — a powerful guide to igniting your purpose and building a BRAVE brand that stands out in a changing world. - https://5starbdm.com/brave-masterclass/ See you next time on Follow The Brand!

How does faith influence leadership?  LinkedIn says it molds our ethical framework,decision-making process, and our approach to handling challenges. According toa study by the Center for Creative Leadership, leaders who incorporate theirfaith into their professional lives tend to exhibit higher levels of integrityand ethical behavior.Ryan T. Reichert is a born-again Christian, author, speaker,podcaster, mindset coach, and servant leader with over four decades of lifeexperience, working across small-town America to global metropolises. He is aretired Lieutenant Colonel, serving 23 years in the U.S. Army, includingairborne, ranger, and multiple combat deployments. Following his militarycareer, he transitioned into the Fortune 500 world, gaining insight intocorporate leadership and strategy. Today, Ryan is co-founder and owner of Our ProtectorLegendary Leadership Companies, providing 1-on-1 Coaching, Group and LeadershipCoaching, Keynotes, Seminars, Trainings, Live Events, and Book Writing Support.Above all, Ryan's greatest passion is helping others.Whether through volunteering, advocacy, or service, he goes wherever God leadshim, committed to making a lasting impact wherever he is sent. His journey as arecovering alcoholic and addict, father, and business owner continues to shapehis mission—guiding others toward faith, purpose, and transformation. For more information: https://ourprotectordevelopment.com/Check out the Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@ourhealerourprotectorFollow: @Ryan T.Reichert

Mae and Fortune try to pull off something cool, talk about Mae's new wheels, and muse about the Olympics on a gold medal-worthy Pretty Little Episode!Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune FeimsterSubmit your questions to speakpipe.com/handsomepodFollow us on social media @handsomepodMerch at handsomepod.comWatch Handsome on YouTubeThis is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Handsome via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode was sponsored by Collective Shift   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this unfiltered Dropping Bombs episode, high school dropout turned crypto millionaire CEO Ben Simpson shares his wild ride from $120K loss to $1M/month revenue empire. As founder of Collective Shift—partnered with Coinbase and Swyftx—he built a research-first platform that never takes paid promotions.   Ben breaks down spotting real opportunities and his 7-step starter guide, plus why Bitcoin will hit $1 million in the next decade. Learn token economics, smart exit strategies, and lending hacks wealthy investors use to cash flow without selling.    With a global TEDx talk and mission to democratize crypto for busy pros—whether you're new or refining your strategy—this is your blueprint to stop getting wrecked and start building real generational wealth. Press play to level up.  

David Meerman Scott is a business growth strategist, advisor to emerging companies, and international bestselling author of 13 books, including Fanocracy and The New Rules of Marketing & PR. His work has helped companies generate tens of billions in revenue, and his portfolio career spans speaking, writing, advisory roles, and equity-based coaching, giving him a uniquely practical perspective on how to build a flexible, lucrative life in business.​ On this episode we talk about: How David went from pulling weeds at 11 to launching an office in Tokyo in his 20s Why his “dream job” on Wall Street became unbearable—and what he did next How to act like an entrepreneur inside a company and get paid to learn The transition from corporate CMO to fractional CMO, author, and speaker Why he stopped consulting for cash and started coaching for equity instead How book writing became the engine for 500+ paid speaking gigs worldwide Portfolio strategy: mixing speaking, royalties, courses, and equity for freedom Avoiding lifestyle bloat so you can say yes to long-term upside (not just quick cash) Top 3 Takeaways You can practice entrepreneurship while still employed by taking ownership, cutting deals tied to profit, and treating your role like you're running a mini-business. Building intellectual property (like books and courses) can become powerful marketing for higher-ticket revenue streams such as speaking and advisory work. Keeping your lifestyle lean and your income diversified gives you the freedom to take equity, play the long game, and avoid becoming trapped in work you hate. Notable Quotes “It was totally entrepreneurial even though I was on salary—my bosses were 12 time zones away, and I was responsible for everything.” “I wasn't writing books to make money from book sales; the books were the advertising for my speaking and advisory work.” “I don't want cash; I want a piece of the upside.”​ ✖️✖️✖️✖️

AI search optimization requires understanding fanout strategies, yet 90% of marketers ignore this critical element. Josh Blyskal, founder of Profound, has developed enterprise-level AI optimization frameworks that transform how Fortune 500 companies approach search visibility in the age of generative AI. The discussion covers fanout-first content strategy development, prompt-to-fanout mental model restructuring, and authoritative source positioning for AI citations. Blyskal reveals how shifting from traditional SEO thinking to fanout-centered optimization immediately elevates marketers to the top 1% of AI search practitioners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode was sponsored by ARP   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this explosive Dropping Bombs episode, Texas-based real estate entrepreneur Logan Fullmer reveals the distressed property acquisition strategy minting millionaires—while traditional flippers go broke. He shares his raw journey from heroin addiction and burning seven figures to building a $50M+ empire tackling the deals others run from.   Logan breaks down skip tracing owners, negotiating massive liens down, and using creative legal plays to close fast. He explains why this model thrives in any market, turning chaos into consistent wins—and how his DPA Summit delivers hands-on training to get you started.    Whether you're a struggling flipper, realtor, or ambitious entrepreneur, this conversation is your golden ticket to recession-proof wealth.  

Choosing Not to Fit In When I first came to New York, I worked briefly at a Fortune 500 company. It did not take long for me to realize that I could never work in a large corporation. I did not fit in—and I did not want to. I would rather take a chance, even risk unemployment, than surrender my autonomy. I do not fit comfortably in corporate America, government, industry, or even most movements. I may believe in a movement's goals, but I rarely trust its leadership. Too often, ego replaces balance. That clarity has shaped my life.

We got Ryan Carson on the pod to break down the “Ralph Wiggum” Agent and why it's suddenly everywhere. He walks me through a simple workflow that lets an autonomous agent build a full product feature while I sleep: start with a PRD, convert it into small user stories with tight acceptance criteria, then run a looped script that ships work in clean iterations. The big idea is you're not “vibe coding” one giant prompt—you're giving the agent testable, bite-sized tickets and letting it execute like an engineering team. By the end, Ryan shows how this becomes repeatable (and safer) with a memory layer—agents.md for long-term notes and progress.txt for iteration-to-iteration context. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 02:44 – What is the Ralph Wiggum AI Agent 03:40 – Step 1: PRD Generator 06:11 – Step 2: Convert PRD to Json 09:47 – Step 3: Run Ralph 12:05 – Step 4: Ralph Picks a Task 13:14 – Step 5: Ralph Implements Task 14:49 – Tokens + Cost: What It Actually Spends 15:45 – Guardrails: Small Stories + Clear Criteria Keep It Sane 16:19 – Step 6: Ralph commits the change 16:38 – Step 7: Ralph Updates PRD json file 16:55 – Step 8: Ralph Logs to Progress txt 20:08 – Step 9: Ralph Picks another Task 20:48 – Step 10: Ralph Finishes Tasks 21:18 – Example of how Ryan uses Ralph 24:08 – How To Start Today (Ralph Repo) and Tips Links Mentioned: Ralph Wiggum Agent: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/Ralph-agent  AI Agent Skills: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/amp-skills  AMP: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/amp-code  Ryan's Ralph Step-by-Step Guide: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/Ryans-Ralph-Guide Key Points I can't expect “sleep-shipping” unless I translate the feature into small, testable user stories with clear acceptance criteria. Ralph works like a Kanban loop: pull one story, implement, commit, mark pass/fail, then grab the next. The real leverage is the reset: each iteration starts fresh with a clean context window, instead of one giant, messy thread. agents.md becomes long-term memory across the repo; progress.txt is short-term memory across iterations. The bottleneck isn't “coding”—it's the upfront spec quality: PRD clarity, atomic stories, and verifiable criteria. The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ The Vibe Marketer - Resources for people into vibe marketing/marketing with AI: https://www.thevibemarketer.com/ FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND RYAN ON SOCIAL: X/Twitter: https://x.com/ryancarson Amp: https://ampcode.com

Enterprise brands are shifting 40% more budget toward answer engine optimization as ChatGPT visits surge 90% year-over-year. Josh Blyskal, Head of AI Strategy at Profound, has analyzed over one billion citations to reveal which brands win in AI discovery and shares proven frameworks from Fortune 500 implementations. The discussion covers fan-out query analysis for identifying the 3-5 word searches that LLMs actually execute behind complex prompts, multi-surface consensus building strategies that align PR, social, and content teams around AI visibility goals, and product feed optimization frameworks that translate traditional services into structured data formats for agentic commerce success.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Tom: I feel like my core superpower is convincing people to believe in my dreams and rallying them around.Most people view recycling as a public service, but the reality is that it is a business governed by the ruthless laws of economics. If the value of the material recovered doesn't exceed the cost to collect and process it, that item ends up in a landfill. This economic gap is exactly where Tom Szaky has built an empire.Recently, Tom Szaky, the CEO and founder of TerraCycle, shared insights on how he is tackling the world's garbage problem. His company isn't just a recycling firm; it is a supply chain innovator that figures out how to recycle the “unrecyclable,” from cigarette butts to dirty diapers.Tom explains the core issue with clarity. “The reality is most things in the world can be recycled. The difference is that recycling is not really a public service. It's run by for-profit companies.”He notes that aluminum cans are recycled because they are profitable. Conversely, complex items like coffee capsules cost more to process than the aluminum is worth. TerraCycle solves this by finding stakeholders—brands, retailers, and cities—willing to fund that gap.This model has proven incredibly successful. TerraCycle has been profitable for years and recently completed a Regulation Crowdfunding offering for TerraCycle US. They raised $5 million in less than 60 days.Investors are drawn to the company not just for its mission but for its financial discipline. Tom highlighted that previous investors have already received significant returns. “If you invested, say $1,000 in REG A back five years ago, you'd have already been paid somewhere between 17% and 20% of that invested capital in dividends.”Tom Szaky, Founder and CEO of TerraCycle, will be speaking at SuperGreen Live, sharing insights on sustainability, circular economy solutions, and rethinking waste at scale—register now at SuperGreenLive.orgTom challenges the old binary that you either make money or you do good. He believes purpose fuels business fundamentals. By locating his HQ in Trenton, New Jersey, he revitalizes an underserved community while gaining access to affordable real estate and a diverse talent pool.“Why should on one end we make money and on the other end give it away to NGOs to help save the world?” Tom asks. “Why can't those two concepts come together where you can invest in a profitable business whose core focus is making the world better?”TerraCycle is proving that you can indeed do both. By aligning profit with planetary health, Tom is showing a path toward a zero-waste world that makes economic sense.tl;dr:TerraCycle creates supply chains for hard-to-recycle waste by getting stakeholders to fund the cost gap.Recycling is an economic challenge because items are only recycled locally if they generate profit.Tom recently raised $5 million via Regulation Crowdfunding by demonstrating proven growth and consistent dividends.Purpose-driven business models can drive better economic fundamentals like lower costs and government support.Tom's superpower is rallying people around a vision by starting with a beautiful, impactful idea.How to Develop Rallying Believers As a SuperpowerTom describes his superpower as the ability to get others to see his vision and join him in executing it. It isn't just about salesmanship; it is about authentic conviction. He explains, “I feel like my core superpower is convincing people to believe in my dreams and rallying them around.” This ability allows him to mobilize diverse groups, from college interns to multinational corporations, to tackle massive global challenges like waste elimination.To illustrate this, Tom shared a charming story from his childhood. In second grade, he had a vision of folding thousands of origami cranes to create a decorative entryway for his bedroom. He started folding them at a table with four other classmates. He didn't force them to help; he just started doing the work with passion. Within two days, the whole table was folding cranes. By the end of the week, the entire class was involved. This early experience taught him that if you lead with action and a compelling idea, people will naturally want to be part of the journey.How to Develop This SuperpowerFor those interested in rallying people around a vision, Tom offers several insights that can help transform this into a skill:Start with a beautiful idea. The core concept should not just be about making money. It must be something that makes the world better, more beautiful, or more sustainable.Believe in it yourself. Authentic, unwavering belief in a dream is essential before expecting others to follow.Just start doing it. Action attracts others. By beginning the work, people will naturally gravitate toward the energy and vision.View profit as health, not the goal. While profit is necessary to survive, keeping the mission as the central focus ensures authenticity. This, in turn, attracts investors, employees, and partners who want to be part of something meaningful.Maintain clarity of vision. Instead of trying to fix everything at once, a focused approach on a specific area of expertise drives meaningful change.By following Tom's example and advice, rallying believers can become a powerful skill. With practice and effort, this superpower can enable individuals and organizations to achieve greater impact.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileTom Szaky (he/him):CEO/Founder, TerraCycleAbout TerraCycle: TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse. Across 18 countries, TerraCycle is on a mission to eliminate the idea of waste and develop practical solutions for today's complex waste challenges. The company engages an expansive multi-stakeholder community, from Fortune 500 companies to schools and households, across a wide range of accessible programs and has raised millions for schools and nonprofits since its founding more than 20 years ago. To learn more about TerraCycle and join them on their journey to move the world from a linear economy to a circular one, please visit terracycle.com.Website: terracycle.comCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/terracycleInstagram Handle: @terracycleOther URL: invest.terracycle.comBiographical Information: Tom Szaky is founder and CEO of TerraCycle, an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse. Across 21 countries, TerraCycle is on a mission to rethink waste and develop practical solutions for today's complex waste challenges. The company engages an expansive multi-stakeholder community across a wide range of accessible programs, from Fortune 500 companies to schools and individuals.In 2019, TerraCycle launched Loop, a circular reuse platform that enables consumers to purchase products in durable, reusable packaging. Loop is available in France, Japan, and the U.S., and is a key step in helping to end the epidemic of waste that is caused by “single-use” consumption. Tom and TerraCycle have received hundreds of social, environmental, and business awards and recognition from a range of organizations, including the United Nations, World Economic Forum, Fortune Magazine, Time Magazine, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.Tom is the author of four books: Revolution in a Bottle, Outsmart Waste, Make Garbage Great, and The Future of Packaging. Tom created, produced, and starred in TerraCycle's reality show, Human Resources, which aired on Pivot from 2014–2016 and is syndicated in more than 20 foreign markets on Amazon and iTunes.LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/tomszakySupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include RISE Robotics, and Crowdfunding Made Simple. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Cameron Neil, Lend For Good | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Justin Starbird, The Aebli Group | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Mike Green, Envirosult | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.SuperCrowdHour, January 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on “From $10 to Impact: How Anyone Can Become an Impact Investor.” Drawing on his experience as an investment banker, impact investor, and community-building leader, Devin will explain how everyday people can start investing small amounts to support mission-driven companies while pursuing financial returns. In this session, he'll break down the basics of regulated investment crowdfunding, show how impact and profit can align, and share practical steps for identifying opportunities that create real-world change. As an added benefit, attendees can become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd for just $4.58 per month to receive an exclusive private Zoom meeting invitation with Devin, free tickets to paid SuperCrowd events, and the opportunity to directly support social entrepreneurs, community builders, and underrepresented founders.SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don't miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year. Learn more about sponsoring the event here. Interested in speaking? Apply here. Support our work with a tax-deductible donation here.Demo Day at SuperGreen Live. Apply now to present at the SuperGreen Live Demo Day session on January 22! The application window is closing soon; apply today at 4sc.fun/sgdemo. The Demo Day session is open to innovators in the field of climate solutions and sustainability who are NOT currently raising under Regulation Crowdfunding.SuperCrowd Impact Member Networking Session: Impact (and, of course, Max-Impact) Members of the SuperCrowd are invited to a private networking session on January 27th at 1:30 PM ET/10:30 AM PT. Mark your calendar. We'll send private emails to Impact Members with registration details.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.Join UGLY TALK: Women Tech Founders in San Francisco on January 29, 2026, an energizing in-person gathering of 100 women founders focused on funding strategies and discovering SuperCrowd as a powerful alternative for raising capital.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.Manage the volume of emails you receive from us by clicking here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

This episode was sponsored by Apache Consults   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this high-stakes Dropping Bombs episode, attorney and investor Gabriel Vadasz shares his rise from selling a delivery app at 19 to building (and selling) a law firm, flying Apache helicopters, and now quarterbacking $500M+ SEC settlements and private equity exits as head of Apache Consults.   Gabriel  reveals how he slashes $100M+ debts down to pennies on the dollar for clients, why big law firms overbill and bleed entrepreneurs dry (and exactly how he fixes it), and insider strategies for protecting and exiting businesses. Plus, his bold run for Arizona Senate to crush bureaucracy and government overreach once and for all.   If you're building, scaling, negotiating deals, or fed up with red tape—this is pure gold. Watch now, arm yourself, and take control.  

Last Call — Registration Closes Wednesday, January 7thJoin us for The Collective Energies of the Year: The Magician—a deep dive into the metaphysical, divinatory, and astrological themes shaping 2026.This workshop explores the card of the year (The Magician), with guest appearances from the Wheel of Fortune and the Sun, major astrological shifts, and Sarah's yearly predictions and insights shared nowhere else.You'll gain a clear energetic overview of the year ahead and learn how to work with these forces consciously.Join us!--- Calling all small business owners, healers, creatives, and educators!If you want to connect with an audience that truly understands and values your work, consider sponsoring an episode of Moonbeaming — we're a podcast with more than 2 million lifetime downloads and a deeply engaged, aligned community. For more information reach out to Hailey at moonbeamingpodcast@gmail.com --- What if this year isn't about moving faster, but about moving with intention?In this weeks episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah offers a preview of what will be explored in the Moon Studio ‘Year Ahead' workshop series beginning this Saturday, January 10th.Rather than predictions or pressure to act quickly, Sarah invites a different approach to the new year — one rooted in pacing, attention, and personal agency. She reflects on urgency culture, nervous system capacity, and the difference between insight and integration, while introducing the Magician as a guiding archetype for the year ahead and a symbol of reclaimed inner authority.You'll hear:Why urgency culture can push us into survival mode and how to recognize when it's time to recalibrateWhy pacing, rest, and integration matter more than forcing momentum at the start of the yearHow slowing down and doing less can create more clarity, capacity, and alignmentWhat it means to be in right relationship with timeHow the Magician archetype speaks to agency, self-trust, and inner authorityWhy tools and frameworks work best when they support intuition rather than replace it

How can you activate your own stem cells without costly medical procedures? In this episode, Dr. Dan Pardi and I break down the real science behind stem cells and why they're central to aging powerfully. We also explore how lifestyle, inflammation, exercise, and nutrition all shape the environment that allows stem cells to repair and renew your body. Dr. Pardi is a neuroscientist and human performance expert who's obsessed with helping people age better from the inside out. He's worked with elite military units, Fortune 500 executives, and now serves as Chief Health Officer at Qualia Life Sciences, translating cutting-edge longevity science into real-world tools. What you'll learn: (05:43) What stem cells are and how they function as your body's primary repair system. (07:22) Why stem cell exhaustion is a hallmark of aging and what changes as you get older. (12:33) How lifestyle and environment influence stem cell quantity and quality over time. (16:31) The full life cycle of a stem cell. (19:49) What parabiosis research reveals about rejuvenation and cellular environments. (22:33) Why inflammation interferes with stem cell signaling and repair. (30:46) How nutrition, polyphenols, and supplements can support stem cell performance. (01:00:03) The daily habits that matter most for longevity and cellular health. Love the podcast? Here's what to do: Subscribe to the podcast. Leave a review. Text a screenshot to me at 813-565-2627 and wait for a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Want to listen to the show completely ad-free? Go to http://subscribetojj.com Click “TRY FREE” and start your ad-free journey today! When you're ready, enjoy the VIP experience for just $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year (save 17%!) Full show notes (including all links mentioned): http://jjvirgin.com/stemcells Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 100 of the Digital Velocity Podcast, Erik Martinez is joined by Pat Barry, President of AI Consulting Partners, for a forward-looking conversation on where artificial intelligence is headed as we move into 2026. After several years of experimentation, this episode focuses on what it looks like when AI shifts from novelty to something embedded in everyday business operations. Pat brings more than two decades of experience in data science and AI, having worked with organizations like Discovery Channel, Google, and Fortune 100 brands including Unilever, McDonald's, and UnitedHealthcare. Together, Erik and Pat discuss why 2026 will be defined less by new tools and more by automation, confidence, and real operational change. As Erik notes, "I think it's going to be the year of automation," and Pat describes how advanced organizations are already managing AI as a "digital employee" supported by agents and sub-agents. Listeners will learn: • Why automation and AI agents are becoming practical tools for daily business use • How organizations are applying AI to improve communication, workflows, and clarity • Why measuring AI success may shift away from traditional ROI models • The risks of shadow AI and the need for clear training and policies • What agentic shopping and AI-powered search could mean for marketers and brands Throughout the conversation, Erik and Pat stress that progress with AI starts with intention. Pat cautions businesses to avoid rushing into tools and instead recommends experimenting within existing platforms and focusing on training. They also reinforce the importance of keeping a human in the loop to maintain quality and accountability. For marketers, operators, and executives across industries this milestone episode offers a practical look at how AI adoption is evolving heading into 2026. The takeaway is clear: focus on real problems, build confidence with the Large-Language Model tools, and prepare for a future where automation supports, not replaces, human work.

In this episode, I'm breaking down a guide from Ben Tossel on how you can actually build with AI agents without being technical. I walk through what he's shipped as a “non-technical” builder, why he lives in the terminal/CLI, and the exact workflow he uses to go from idea → spec → build → iterate. We also talk about the meta-skill here: treating the model like your over-the-shoulder engineer/teacher, and using every bug as a learning checkpoint. The takeaway is simple: pick a tool, ship fast, fail forward, and build your own system as you go. Ben's Article: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/Ben-Tossell-Article Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:04 – What Ben Has Shipped 03:21 – The Workflow: Feed Context → Spec Mode → Let The Agent Rip 07:52 – His Agent Setup 08:56 – Coding On The Go 10:07 – Things to Learn 13:33 – The New Abstraction Layer: Learning To Work With Agents 14:33 – Learning from Others 16:15 – Use The Model As Your Teacher (Ask Everything) 18:13 – Contributing to Real Products 19:13 – Why this is Different 21:31 – Asking Silly Questions 24:00 – Beyond “Vibe Coding”: A New Technical Class 24:43 – Vibe Coding is a game 27:12 – Fail Forward + Permission To Build And Throw Things Away 28:16 – Pick One Tool, Minimize Friction, Keep Shipping Key Points I don't need to be a traditional engineer to ship—I can learn by watching agent output and iterating. The terminal/CLI is the power move because it's more capable and I can see what the agent is doing. “Spec mode” works best when I interrogate the plan like a philosopher instead of pretending I understand everything. agents.md becomes my portable instruction manual so every new repo starts clean and consistent. The fastest learning path is building ahead of my capability and treating bugs as checkpoints—fail forward. Numbered Section Summaries The Thesis: Non-Technical Doesn't Mean Non-Builder I open with Ben's core claim: you can ship real software by working through a terminal with agents, even if you can't write the code yourself—because you can read the output and learn the system over time. Proof: What He's Actually Shipped I run through examples Ben built—custom CLIs, a crypto tracker, “Droidmas” experiments, an AI-directed video demo system, and automations that keep projects moving even when he's away from his desk. The Workflow: Context → Spec Mode → Autonomy High Ben's process is straightforward: talk to the model to load context, switch into spec mode to pressure-test the plan, link docs/repos for exploration, then let the model run while he watches and steers when needed. http://agents.md/ The “Readme For Agents” That Follows You Everywhere I explain why agents . md matters—one predictable place to tell your agent how you want repos structured, how to commit, how to test, and what “good” looks like so each session gets smoother. Coding On The Go: PRs, Issues, Phone, Telegram, Slack We get into the real “agent native” behavior: install the GitHub app, work via pull requests and issues, tag the agent to self-fix, and even push changes from your phone—plus using Slack as a one-person “product” with an agent in the loop. Learning The Primitives: Bash, CLIs, VPS, Skills I cover the building blocks Ben's learning: bash commands and repeatable terminal workflows, preferring CLIs over MCPs to save context, and using a VPS + syncing to keep projects always-on. The Mindset Shift: The Model Is The Teacher The real unlock is treating the model like your patient expert—ask everything you don't understand, bake “explain simply” into your agent instructions, and close knowledge gaps as they appear. Fail Forward, Pick One, Keep Shipping I end on the playbook: build ahead of your capability, treat it like play, give yourself permission to throw things away, and stop tool-hopping—pick one system and go deep. The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ The Vibe Marketer - Resources for people into vibe marketing/marketing with AI: https://www.thevibemarketer.com/ FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/

Allison Walsh is a behavioral health executive, speaker, author, and founder of Allison Walsh Consulting. By age 30, she became a Vice President at Advanced Recovery Systems, a company she helped build from the ground up. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Entrepreneur, Fortune, and NASDAQ, and she has raised millions of dollars for important causes.In today's episode, Allison joins us to share the pivotal relaunches that shaped her life, helped her build high-growth companies, and show how other women can achieve outstanding success.We dive into the hidden cost of success, imposter syndrome, and the identity shifts that come with rapid career growth. Allison opens up about how she helped build major companies while navigating self-doubt and being the only woman in the room.The conversation also explores practical guidance for parents navigating youth mental health. Allison shares how to start hard conversations with compassion and how to prepare resources before a crisis hits.Allison also breaks down how to stop canceling on yourself, how to take action before feeling “ready”, and how women can build confidence, clarity, and momentum without burning out.Join us today as we talk about redefining success for women, navigating motherhood and leadership, advocating for mental health, and creating a life that aligns with who you are now, not who you used to be.Allison Walsh's Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/allisonwalsh/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/AllisonWalshConsulting/Connect with Hilary:Website: https://www.therelaunch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilarydecesare/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReLaunchCoInterested in being a guest on the ReLaunch Podcast or booking Hilary as a guest? Email us at hello@therelaunch.comFind Us on Your Favorite Podcast App – https://the-silver-lined-relaunch.captivate.fm/listen

Most resolutions don't survive the first few weeks of the year. In this episode, Hall of Fame keynote speaker Joe Mull, CSP, CPAE, challenges common thinking about New Year's resolutions and explores a more sustainable approach to leadership growth that supports employee engagement, workplace culture, and long-term effectiveness. Joe reflects on why meaningful leadership improvement rarely comes from big declarations, and how intentional practices and support systems shape leaders who are more consistent, resilient, and impactful over time. He also touches on the connection between personal sustainability and the experience employees have at work. If you want to start the year with greater clarity, stronger leadership habits, and momentum that lasts beyond January, this episode offers thoughtful perspective without the hype. 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.

What if I told you the government owes you money – possibly tens of thousands, maybe hundreds of thousands of dollars – and all you have to do is ask for it back?I know - sounds like complete BS.That's exactly what I thought when my buddy Justin Maxwell told me about the R&D Tax Credit while I was speaking at an event. But he made me an offer I couldn't refuse: "Let me do all the work, show you exactly what you'll get back, and you don't pay me a dime unless you keep the money."Within a couple weeks, I had a fat check deposited directly into my bank account. Then more checks after that. Then we went backwards three years and got even more money back.And here's the kicker – this isn't some sketchy loophole. It's a legitimate government incentive designed specifically for business owners like you who are innovating, creating, building, and testing new things in your business.In this episode, Justin Maxwell from Big Life Financial breaks down exactly how the R&D Tax Credit works, who qualifies (spoiler: way more people than you think), and why your accountant probably has no idea this even exists for small businesses.If you're spending money on AI tools, developing new products, creating new systems, testing new technologies, or basically doing anything innovative in your business – you need to listen to this episode. Like, right now.KEY INSIGHTS & TAKEAWAYSWhy Nobody Knows About This (And Why Your Accountant Doesn't Either)From 1981 to 2015, the R&D Tax Credit was essentially only for Fortune 500 companies. That's why most accountants still think it's only for engineering firms and people in white lab coats. But the rules changed a decade ago, and small business owners can now tap into this incredible benefit – they just don't know it exists yet.The "Double Dip" That Sounds Illegal But Isn'tHere's where it gets insane: You already deduct your business expenses to lower your taxable income, right? Well, the R&D Tax Credit gives you an additional credit on top of that deduction for any money you spend on innovation, development, and qualified research activities. It's literally a dollar-for-dollar write-off of your tax bill – a credit, not just another deduction.You Can Go Backwards Three YearsThink about everything you spent money on in 2022, 2023, and 2024 developing new products, testing AI, creating new systems, hiring people to build things. You can amend your returns and get that money back. Mike got multiple direct deposits within weeks of filing.The July 2025 Game-ChangerPreviously, you had to depreciate the credit over five years. But the new bill passed on July 4th, 2025 changed everything – now you can take the full credit immediately for 2022, 2023, and 2024. Instead of waiting five years to get your money, you get it all at once. We're talking checks hitting your account in 3-6 weeks.Who Actually Qualifies (Probably You)If you're in tech, software, medicine, manufacturing, engineering, science, or any business where you're testing new technologies, creating new protocols, implementing AI, or developing new systems – you likely qualify. One of Justin's clients with just $450K in revenue got $5,000 back. Another with medical practices got $550,000. The range is anywhere from $2K to $500K+.Zero Risk, Zero Upfront CostJustin's team does all the research, all the work, and tells you exactly what you'll get back before you pay them anything. They only get paid when you get paid. And if the IRS somehow doesn't approve it or takes the money back, they refund everything. There's literally no risk.The Mindset Shift That Changes EverythingWhat Mike loves most about this isn't just the money – it's the permission it gives you to innovate without fear. When you know you'll get a tax credit back even if your experiment fails, you take bigger swings. You hire faster. You test more. You grow. Mike used his R&D credits to hire four new people and expand internationally.It's Not Just For "Lab Coat" BusinessesIf you're creating courses, building AI workflows, developing new client onboarding systems, testing marketing automation, or prototyping new tools with your team – that counts. The key is documentation: videos, transcripts, proof you paid people, proof you spent the money on qualified activities.TIME STAMPS[00:00:00] This Is Literally Free Money Mike introduces the R&D Tax Credit and why he was initially skeptical when Justin first told him about it.[00:01:39] Why This Credit Was Hidden From You Justin explains the history – how it was created in 1981 for big automakers and why small businesses didn't qualify until 2015.[00:03:14] The Practical Tactical: How The Double Dip Works Breaking down how you can deduct expenses AND get an additional tax credit on top of those same expenses.[00:06:08] Going Backwards In Time For Money How the 3-year lookback works and why Mike got multiple checks by amending past returns.[00:07:20] The July 4th, 2025 Game-Changer The new law that allows you to take the full credit immediately instead of depreciating over 5 years – and how to capture all that money right now.[00:09:04] Don't Self-Disqualify Justin's plea to business owners: stop putting yourself on the outside of the red velvet rope. Let an expert disqualify you, don't do it yourself.[00:11:18] Rethinking Your Business Through The Innovation Lens How working with Justin's team helps you see your business differently and classify activities you didn't realize counted as R&D.[00:13:49] The Permission To Innovate Why the R&D Credit is actually a government-backed de-risking mechanism that gives you permission to experiment and fail.[00:15:46] What Mike Did With His Money How Mike reinvested his R&D credits into marketing, AI tools, and hiring – growing instead of contracting during uncertain times.[00:17:19] The Timeline: How Fast The Money Arrives From filing to direct deposit – Justin breaks down the typical 3-6 week timeline and what to expect.[00:22:18] Real Numbers: $450K Revenue to $550K In Credits Justin shares actual case studies – from a small business getting $5K back to a medical practice owner receiving $390K net after fees.[00:25:27] The Final Offer: Zero Risk, 100% Guarantee Justin's complete breakdown of the risk-free structure – you only pay when you get paid and keep the money.If you've ever felt like the tax code is written by rich people for rich people, this episode will change your mind.The R&D Tax Credit was literally built for small and mid-market business owners who are innovating and taking risks. And if you haven't claimed it yet, you're leaving your money on the IRS's table for no reason.Go to capabilityamplifier.com/tax to schedule a no-obligation consultation with Justin's team and find out exactly how much you qualify for.Trust me on this one. I was skeptical too. Then I got the checks.– Mike

Will Arnett takes a quick break from SmartLess to ask the Handsome hosts a question about their favorite sitcoms! Plus a round of "Row, Row Your Boat," a Golden Girls detour, and Fortune getting a little touchy-feely with Tig. Did we mention we have a new FORTUNE MARIE shirt at handsomepod.com? Cheers!Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune FeimsterFollow us on social media @handsomepodMerch at handsomepod.comWatch Handsome on YouTubeThis is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Handsome via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join here: ⁠http://Rxhealing.com/bradsteam ⁠ LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this eye-opening Dropping Bombs episode, RxHealing CEO Eric Lankford details his rapid ascent from homelessness to building a $700 million medical sales empire in two years—and how his reps are now netting seven figures monthly.   Eric reveals the disruptive model: selling life-saving products covered by insurance to America's exploding senior population, with zero startup costs and recurring revenue that compounds fast.   Eric breaks down why service-first beats transactional sales, hiring leaders who surpass you, and the activity formula turning reps into million-dollar earners. Hear his journey from repo'd Cadillac to private helicopters and RFK Jr. meetings.    If you're ready to shatter the $100K ceiling and build real wealth, this is your wake-up call—get in the game now.  

Most people believe insight alone creates transformation.But insight without daily practice fades—and self-sabotage takes over.In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, Mark sits down with Shirzad Chamine, New York Times bestselling author of Positive Intelligence and one of the world's leading experts on mental fitness, leadership performance, and mindset mastery.Shirzad shares his journey from a traumatic childhood marked by generational rage and depression to building a globally recognized framework used by Fortune 100 companies, Stanford faculty, and over two million leaders worldwide.Together, they unpack:- Why high performers sabotage themselves under pressure-The 10 mental “Saboteurs” that destroy wellbeing, performance, and relationships- Why workshops and motivation don't create lasting change- How to rewire the brain through short, daily mental fitness practices- The difference between insight and transformation- How to shift from fear-based reactions to calm, focused, purposeful actionThis conversation bridges neuroscience, leadership, spirituality, and practical tools you can use in the middle of real life, not just in meditation or reflection.If you want more clarity, resilience, and control over how you show up under stress—this episode gives you a repeatable system to build it.

Is the discomfort you're trying to fix actually the signal calling you back to your soul instead of another problem to solve? Josh Trent welcomes Ex-Comedian, Kyle Cease, to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 791, to explore how fasting dissolves emotional hunger, why effort and ambition are often trauma driven, how the ego uses goals and problems to stay in control, why pain is a spiritual teacher, and how surrendering identity, outcomes, and the need to be someone can reconnect us to soul, presence, and God.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 30, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussing with live callers possible ways to debut Awesome Kong in WWE, when she might debut, John Cena's injury, possible WrestleMania 27 main events & possible Mania events if Cena and/or Taker are inactive, Parks's live perspective on the Smackdown TV taping, lots of talk about WWE's mid-card (Jackson Andrews discussion), WWE's lack of continuity with Nexus storyline aspects and whether the loose strings will be addressed, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Eric Bischoff's role in TNA in 2010, TNA incorporating a concussion angle into storylines having nothing to do with anything, Immortal & Fortune's loose association, Genesis, Matt Morgan vs. Mr. Anderson, and some NFL and College Football talk to conclude the show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Co-op programs are trending these days, with many colleges looking to offer students on-the-job experiences while taking classes. Jeff and Michael talk with Robert McMahan, president of Kettering University, which has a long-running co-op program for all students. He argues that more colleges could incorporate and scale the approach. But there are obstacles, both cultural and logistical. This episode is made with support from Ascendium Education Group.Chapters0:00 - Intro1:44 - An Unusual History of a Co-op Model3:28 - Kettering Presidents' Path to University Leadership6:17 - Why Colleges Should Think of Employers as Their Customers11:23 - Why Colleges Can't Learn Everything They Need On Campuses17:17 - How Kettering University's Co-op Model Differs Than Others20:44 - Why Isn't Kettering More Popular?24:44 - What Is Keeping More Universities From Doing Co-op Programs?29:30 - Sponsor Break31:05 - How More Colleges Can Move to a Co-op Model35:36 - Companies Don't Have Enough Internships to Meet Demand39:08 - Could There Be ‘31 Flavors' of Experiential Learning?41:50 - Will We See a Return of the Corporate University?45:52 - Lightning Round With Robert McMahanLinks“Colleges Teach Learning, but They're Not Learning How to Survive,” by Robert McMahan in Fortune.“Former Governor Dishes on Connecting Work and College,” past Future U episode.Connect with Michael Horn:Sign Up for the The Future of Education NewsletterWebsiteLinkedInX (Twitter)Threads  Connect with Jeff Selingo:Dream School: Finding the College That's Right for YouSign Up for the Next NewsletterWebsiteX (Twitter)ThreadsLinkedInConnect with Future U:TwitterYouTubeThreadsInstagramFacebookLinkedIn  Submit a question and if we answer it on air we'll send you Future U. swag!Sign up for Future U. emails to get special updates and behind-the-scenes content.

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As a new year begins, Jason reminds us all that our canvas is blank. Who do we want to BE in the year ahead and what cultures do we want to create? Set the Temperature of Your Leadership and Corporate Culture. In a world of constant disruption, high-performing teams don't just happen by accident—they are led by design. Welcome to The Thermostat with Jason V. Barger, the podcast dedicated to helping you step back, breathe in "good oxygen," and calibrate the temperature of your life, your leadership, and your organization. Hosted by Jason V. Barger—globally celebrated author, consultant, and keynote speaker for Fortune 500 companies—this show is an essential resource for elite executives, entrepreneurs, and team leaders who recognize that corporate culture is the ultimate competitive advantage. Rather than just reacting to the "weather" around them, true leaders act as thermostats—intentionally setting the climate for innovation, accountability, and engagement. Through solo insights and interviews with world-class thought leaders, Jason unpacks the mindsets required to thrive in today's complex business landscape. Why Listen to The Thermostat? Each episode is a strategic "micro-break" designed to help you move beyond the "doing" of your daily task list and into the "being" of an impactful leader. Key themes include: Corporate Culture Strategy: How to move vision from a daydream to a created reality. Leadership in Teams: Master the E.A.T. framework (Empathy, Reciprocal Accountability, and Trust). Emotional Intelligence: Developing the self-awareness and regulation needed to lead through change. Servant Leadership: Flipping the pyramid to empower your people and drive sustainable results. Mindset Calibration: Practical tools to stay grounded and inspired, no matter the external environment. About Jason V. Barger Jason V. Barger is a sought-after motivational keynote speaker and leadership consultant known for his work with some of the world's most recognizable brands. He is the author of several celebrated books, including Thermostat Cultures and ReMember, and is committed to breathing oxygen into organizations to help them set the temperature they desire. Are you ready to calibrate? Subscribe today and become an ambassador for the culture you want to create. Learn more and connect with Jason at JasonVBarger.com Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/new-year-your-canvas-is-blank/ Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonVBarger Make Your 2025 Effective!  Book Jason with your team at https://www.jasonvbarger.com Like or Follow Jason

In this episode of The Modern Customer Podcast, Krista Phillips, Chief Customer and Transformation Officer at M&T Bank, explains how a Fortune 500 bank turns half a million customer signals into CX execution. The conversation explores how structure, governance, analytics, and AI help move customer insight from feedback into action—while balancing digital growth with trust and prioritizing relationships over transactions. Topics covered include: Anchoring CX in relationships, not transactions Balancing digital convenience with trust-based experiences Turning customer signals into enterprise priorities Using analytics and AI to inform decisions without replacing leadership

"Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck where you do not belong."― N.R. Narayana Check Out These Highlights:  In this episode, we get brutally honest about what happens when you treat mindset as an afterthought in business: stalled growth, reactive leadership, burnout, and a team that mirrors your worst habits instead of your best. We'll walk through how your internal narrative quietly drives your decisions, sales, your culture, and your results. Whether you're aware of it or not.  Jonathan is a leadership and growth coach helping high performers lead with authenticity, alignment, and purpose. As a former Marine squad leader and Fortune 500 sales executive, I bring clarity, discipline, and resilience under pressure. I partner with individuals and teams to build performance systems that scale without sacrificing what matters most. My coaching is grounded in Stoic calm, radical honesty, and the belief that growth starts when you stop posturing and start telling the truth. How to Get in Touch with Jonathan Sheldon: Websites:  www.belleauwood.coach Email: jon@belleauwood.coach Gift: https://v0-belleauwood-coaching-fillable-pdf-vision-planner.vercel.app/   Stalk me online! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman Subscribe to the Enlightenment of Change podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or YouTube.  New episodes are posted every week. Listen to Connie explore new sales and business topics or address problems you may have. 

 Judias “Judy” Buenoano, is known as Florida's infamous “Black Widow,”. In this episode of Exposed popular “Fatal Fortune series, Jim dives into this story From Judy's troubled childhood in Texas to her deadly web of deception spanning decades, Jim unravels how this seemingly ordinary woman orchestrated a series of arsenic poisonings targeting her husbands, boyfriends, and even her own son—all in pursuit of lucrative insurance payouts.  Hear the shocking details of her crimes, including the mysterious 1971 death of Air Force Sgt. James Goodyear,  the suspicious demise of boyfriend Bobby Joe Morris in 1978,  and the tragic 1980 canoe “accident” that claimed her son Michael's life.  Jim explores the investigation that finally exposed her in the 1980s, leading to her 1998 execution as the first woman put to death in Florida's electric chair since 1848.  Join us for expert insights, survivor accounts, and a deep dive into the psychology of a remorseless killer who nearly got away with it all. Listener discretion advised—this one's as toxic as arsenic itself.#investigation #crime #exposed #podcast #JudyBuenoano #FatalFortune   Timestamps 01:05 The Troubled Childhood of Judy05:07 Judy's Early Adulthood and Motherhood06:50 The Death of James Goodyear09:28 Love and Death: Bobby Joe Morris11:40 Tragedy Strikes: Michael's Return13:51 A Series of Unfortunate Events14:30 Meeting John Gentry17:29 The Explosive Twist20:21 The Investigation Begins22:14 Trials and Tribulations24:12 The Final Sentencing25:41 Life on Death RowFor commercial free early releases, bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/exposedpodcastfilesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.

Wheel of Fortune debuted on this day and Ashley Tisdale cut out her toxic mom group.

In this episode of Take the Stage, Brad Bialy sits down with Ashley Andersen to reframe stress as a signal—not a setback—and explore how leaders can build mental strength, stay grounded in uncertainty, and keep showing up without burning out. About the Guest Ashley Andersen is the Founder & CEO of EzraSage, where she helps high-performing professionals and leadership teams build the mental strength to handle stress and pressure without burning out. With a clinical background in social work and psychology and experience as a certified executive coach and Dare to Lead™ facilitator, Ashley has worked with organizations ranging from family-owned businesses to Fortune 100 companies. Key Takeaways Stress is a signal, not a failure. Awareness comes before intention. Pause creates power. Purpose buffers pressure. Progress requires showing up. Timestamps [00:02] – Redefining stress beyond “good” and “bad” [02:10] – Why the brain defaults to danger mode [06:24] – The caveman brain at work meetings [08:04] – The invisible guest mindset shift [09:32] – Stop taking reactions personally [12:13] – The power of the pause [14:07] – Building accountability into team culture [17:37] – Alignment beats agreement [18:55] – Purpose as a stress buffer [23:18] – Finding purpose through lived experiences [28:09] – Why celebrating wins builds resilience [32:09] – Keep showing up when it's hard About the Host Brad Bialy is a trusted voice and highly sought-after speaker in the staffing and recruiting industry, known for helping firms grow through integrated marketing, sales, and recruiting strategies. With over 13 years at Haley Marketing and a proven track record guiding hundreds of firms, Brad brings deep expertise and a fresh, actionable perspective to every engagement. He's the host of Take the Stage and InSights, two of the staffing industry's leading podcasts with more than 200,000 downloads. Sponsors Take the Stage is presented by Haley Marketing. The old way of selling staffing is dead. Let's fix it – with smarter strategies and HUGE DISCOUNTS on modern lead gen tools:

Back on this day in 1975 "The Wheel of Fortune" debuted on TV. Pat Sajak hosted the show for 41 seasons before retiring in 2024.

Welcome to 2026! In this milestone episode, Tiffany rings in the New Year with a significant announcement: the evolution of this podcast from Your Legacy Brand™ to Make Your Message a Movement™!This isn't just a name change; it's a masterclass in strategic brand redirection. Drawing on her decade of experience as a branding professor, and over 15 years as a Fortune 500 Creative Director, Tiffany breaks down the "why" behind this shift, explaining how to transition a core philosophy from a supporting role to center stage. You'll learn about her core methodology, the Brand Operating System™ (Brand OS™), the essential infrastructure that allows a business to be scalable, sustainable, and sellable… and why the most impactful brands focus on outcomes rather than just tactics. Whether you are a coach, speaker, or author, this episode serves as a guide for anyone feeling the pull to restructure their brand to match the leader they are becoming.Key Takeaways:- Clear Leadership Over Loud Marketing: 2026 is the year for people willing to guide others through uncertainty with integrity, rather than those simply shouting the loudest.- Rebrand vs. Restructuring: A full rebrand isn't always necessary. Often, what's needed is a strategic redirection where you move your most powerful concept (your "golden thread") to the forefront.- The Brand Operating System (Brand OS): Most business owners "redecorate" their brand (new logos, fonts, or offers) while the foundation is cracked. Your Brand OS is the "wiring and plumbing"—the internal systems that keep the brand stable as you expand.- The Power of Outcome-Based Language: Shifting the podcast name to Make Your Message a Movement reflects the result listeners achieve, rather than just the how of branding.- Defining a "Movement": A movement isn't defined by vanity metrics or millions of followers. It's defined by impact…when your language spreads, your ideas change how people act, and your work creates ripples long after you've stopped talking.- The Multi-Dimensional Leader: Don't let "the riches are in the niches" hold you back. You can be a multi-dimensional creator with various offers as long as there is a "golden thread" connecting them all.Reflective Questions for 2026:1. Is your brand built for who you were or who you are becoming?2. Are you changing the surface (redecorating) or strengthening the underlying system?3. What does "movement" mean to you personally?Mentioned Resources:- Brand Clarity Workshop Series: A three-day live experience (January 26th, 28th, and 30th) designed to help you slow down, zoom out, and design your brand from the inside out. Use code LEGACY at checkout to get the series for just $7 (normally $97).- Brand OS Pro™: The proprietary software and methodology helping leaders build a scalable and sustainable brand infrastructure.- Signature Talk Training: Mentioned as part of the host's ecosystem for helping leaders move their message to the stage - email support@brandospro.com for more information.

In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, Eilon Reshef, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Gong, joins host Boaz Ashkenazy to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing revenue operations and transforming the future of sales teams. Reshef shares the decade-long journey of building Gong from a data-driven conversation platform into what they call an "AI OS for Revenue Teams," serving Fortune 10 companies and pioneering the use of AI in go-to-market workflows.From capturing customer conversations to deploying AI agents that can automate mundane tasks, Reshef offers a compelling vision of where sales productivity is heading. The conversation delves into how AI is making revenue teams more efficient and effective, the transformation of traditional sales roles, and why the biggest shift isn't just in technology but in how quickly organizations can execute and adapt. If you're interested in understanding how enterprise AI is moving beyond hype to deliver measurable productivity gains, how unstructured data creates competitive advantages, and what the future holds for revenue professionals in an AI-driven world, this episode offers invaluable insights from someone building the infrastructure that's reshaping B2B sales.Chapters[00:00] Introduction and Welcome[02:15] Eilon's Background and Journey to Gong[05:30] The Origin Story: Starting Gong 10 Years Ago[08:45] First and Worst Jobs[11:00] The ChatGPT Moment and AI Acceleration[14:30] Gong's Unfair Advantage with Unstructured Data[17:00] Three Pillars of AI Transformation[21:15] The Rev Ops Revolution[24:00] Enabling Sales Teams with AI[27:30] What's Hype vs. Reality in AI for Revenue[31:00] The Future of Sales Roles and Team Structure[33:45] The Platform Strategy and Integrations[36:30] Security and Trust in Enterprise AI[39:00] Gong's Growth Trajectory and Future Plans[41:30] Voice Agents and the Future of Customer Interaction[45:00] Two Words for the Future: Efficient and Exciting[48:00] Connecting with Eilon and Hiring at GongConnect with Eilon ReshefLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/eilonreshefConnect with Boaz AshkenazyLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazyEmail: info@shiftai.fm

Dr. James Hewitt spent years teaching Fortune 500 companies and Formula One teams how to optimize performance—while ignoring his own advice. Then he found a lump in the shower. In this fascinating conversation, James shares how a late-30s cancer diagnosis forced him to confront a hard truth: he wasn't superhuman. We dive deep into the science of human performance, from why heart rate variability matters more than sleep tracking to how your mindset about stress can fundamentally alter your physiology. You'll discover why the "monk mode" mentality is flawed, how self-compassion beats perfectionism, why vacation research says 3-4 days works better than two weeks, and the 3P model that explains why high performers struggle to celebrate wins. Plus: why James speaks out loud in hotel rooms, his $15,000 watch collection paired with socks full of holes, and the Mount Rushmore of performance books you need to read.Dr. Hewitt's Website: https://drjameshewitt.comYou can pre-order my NEWEST book, Procrastination Proof, right now!In This Episode:Grab your very own Soundtracks: The Conversations Card DeckMake sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends!Keep up with my book list on GoodReads!Sign up for my newsletter, Try This!Book me to speak at your event or to your team!You can grab a copy of my book All It Takes Is a Goal from your favorite bookstore or at my website!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for world-class notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My guest: Oz Pearlman is the greatest mentalist in the world. After leaving Wall Street to pursue his craft full-time, he's performed for Steven Spielberg's family, for Nobel laureates, and Fortune 500 CEOs. He ran a 2:23 marathon and holds the record for most laps around Central Park in a single day. With five kids and 250+ performances a year, Oz has mastered the art of reading people and understanding what separates good from world-class. Key Learnings (In Oz's words) Doug Anderson is the magician who got me into magic. When I was 13 years old, I went on a cruise with my parents. I got pulled up on stage and took part in a magic trick. (The sponge balls)  After the trick, my dad and I started creating theories on how the trick worked.  The people in every industry who make it to the top are the ones who are kind and respectful to others. As soon as you stop thinking that you can learn from others, you start dying.  What is the recipe for success? It's getting through the tough times. When I walked up to someone at a restaurant, and I'm 14, and I have a very fragile ego, after three tables in a row at differing levels of rudeness go by, "Dude, get outta here, man. Like, I don't wanna see this," it hurts. That's a painful thing to experience. I had to learn a defense mechanism very quickly because carrying that pain, pain turns into anger. When I get to the next table, I'm angry at the next group, even though they haven't done anything wrong to me. I realized to get my goal, I needed tougher, thicker skin. Deflect the rejection onto someone else.  Create separation between you and rejection. I created what I would call an agent in my own mind. When you're in showbiz, the conversations you don't wanna have, your agent has for you. I'm a 14-year-old doing restaurants. I don't have an agent, so here's what I decided. When they don't like me, they don't know me. They don't know Oz Pearlman. They know this guy Oz the magician, who walked up to them. Maybe my tricks aren't good enough. Maybe my approach wasn't good enough. Maybe they had a bad day at work or their kid's sick. I made it less about me, and I was able to deflect all of that pain and hurt to this other person. The fear of rejection is worse than the rejection itself. Once you experience rejection a few times, it's not that bad. It's like dating. It's a numbers game. You'll probably not meet your spouse on the first try. You gotta meet a whole lot of other people to realize what you like best in the person that hopefully ends up spending your life with. "Never let someone else be in charge of your destiny." When I do a gig, I don't wait for someone to go, "Oh man, that'd be great. Let me get your business card." I go, "Amazing. Let me get your number and your info. I'll have someone from my team call you." My team is you, me, myself, and I. There's no team. But it sounds fancier. Fake it till you make it. Branding is so important. When I went on America's Got Talent, I made a conscious decision to separate myself from the guy from the year before. (Matt Franco) He won. I thought we were too similar. I had to do something unique or do something better than anyone else. That's when I branded myself as a mentalist and not a magician.  Mentalism is much harder than magic to practice. Magic can be practiced in front of a mirror until you get almost perfect at a trick. Mentalism is near impossible to practice at home without an audience. It's like comedy. You can't tell jokes to a mirror and find out if they're funny. You need the audience to do it. Charm takes the sting out of so many things in life. It allows you to win people over quickly. What is charm? Just the ability to smile, to make someone laugh, to be vulnerable in a certain moment. That's a skill that's developed, and if you study it well, you can develop it quicker because everyone thinks it's natural. What I've learned from comedians:  It's the purest form of entertainment that exists. You, the audience, and a microphone. I think you start to get a feel for timing. Where to pause, what's funny, how to get people on your side. With a heckler, there's a very fine line between punching down and offending your audience versus having them on your side and laughing with you at someone as opposed to laughing at someone.  I'm a slightly more exaggerated version of myself when performing. The volume is turned up a little. The charisma is turned up a little, the ability to joke around, but it's me. I think that resonates. Walking into a room smiling, having no hesitation, connecting with somebody, remembering their name, giving them a compliment. Such easy, low-hanging fruit, separates you from 90% of other people if you can do them consistently and effectively and genuinely. "That's why he's Steven Spielberg." The Steven Spielberg lesson changed how I see success. I did Spielberg's dad's 99th birthday. At the end of it, Steven beelines to me and I'm ready. I thought I'd get 30 seconds. He talked to me for upwards of 20 minutes. He just asked question after question after question. When I left it was like a blur. I didn't ask Steven Spielberg a single question about Jaws, Close Encounters. I had all these things I wanted to ask him. I'm like, man, I totally screwed that up. But over time, the lesson got through to me. It wasn't about me. It wasn't what I was gonna ask him. It was about him. It was learning what makes him tick. No matter who you become, if you can make the other person feel like they're a star when they meet you, they will always remember that memory. Try to deflect. If people ask you questions, answer, but ask them something about themselves back that no one's asked them. Make them feel seen and heard. Make them feel like they are the star of your movie as well. Little things add up to big things over time. If you were to ask my kids what do I ingrain in them all the time? Gratitude and being polite. One of my secrets to success has always been being very polite. "Please, thank you. Always."  Write a thank-you note. When I was doing bar mitzvahs, birthday parties, I realized early on, when people are throwing a party, it's very stressful. The person hosting doesn't always have the greatest time. They're so worried about everyone else.  Create memorable moments. I would take a selfie with the bar mitzvah kid. I found this online service where I could instantly upload the photo. I would always give a compliment that was specific. I'd send these cards to them on Monday. The parties are usually on Saturdays. It would get there Tuesday or Wednesday. To this day, 15 to 20 years later, I'll get emails when I'm on TV from people being like, "I just dug up this card from 17 years ago. You were at Benjamin's Bar Mitzvah, and now he's 30 and has a kid of his own." Takes notes | Write everything down.  In today's day and age, there's a power in the human touch that still exists. Take notes, write stuff down. I'll leave a gig, I'll write some stuff down, I'll remember it. If I run into that person again in a month, in a year, in five years, I can literally look at my phone. It's literally like a mentalism trick to reveal that information to people even though they gave it to you already, because it shows you took the time. Some of the biggest things I've ever landed backtrack to small moments. ESPN, the thing that brought us together can backtrack to a Bar Mitzvah 18 years ago where I first met Adam Schefter. The first seed was planted, and I had to keep watering it, watering it, watering it. Small plant, small plant, until it grew into this thing. Now look at all the things that came from all the things I've done with ESPN, where Adam Schefter originated them.  You are interviewing for your next job every single day. You have no idea who might be in the audience. You have no idea, but you give it your all every single time. One time, Adam Schefter was in the audience. Intelligent people are often the easiest to fool. When intelligent people watch what I do, they're confident in their ability to figure it out. They think they're smarter than the average person, so they start looking for solutions. But that overconfidence creates blind spots. They're so focused on being right about how they think it's done that they miss what's actually happening. The more you think you know, the more vulnerable you become to being fooled because you're operating from assumptions rather than staying open to all possibilities. Reflection Questions Oz created an "agent in his mind" to deflect rejection away from his core self, making it about "Oz the magician" rather than Oz the person. What mental separation could you create to handle rejection or criticism more effectively in your professional life? Oz emphasizes that intelligent people are often the easiest to fool because they're confident in their ability to figure things out. In what areas of your life or work might overconfidence be blinding you to what's actually happening? Oz sends handwritten notes with specific compliments and a selfie to everyone he performs for.  What's one relationship in your network right now that could be strengthened with this level of intentional follow-up, and what specific compliment could you give that person? More Learning #525 - Frank Slootman: Hypergrowth Leadership #540 - Alex Hormozi: Let Go of the Need of Approval #510 - Ramit Sethi: Live Your Rich Life Audio Timestamps 02:43 Oz's Career 04:48 The Art of Mentalism and Magic 08:22 Early Career and Overcoming Rejection 17:45 Branding and Success Strategies 22:59 Authenticity and Charm 27:25 Building Trust Through Honesty 27:53 Developing Genuine Confidence 28:36 The Power of Preparation 29:22 Learning from Failure 31:24 Connecting with Influential People 34:27 The Importance of Politeness and Gratitude 37:05 The Art of Follow-Up 42:27 Handling Nerves and Anxiety 43:23 The Magic of Mentalism on Ryan 51:55 EOPC

¿Te sientes incómodo en eventos de networking? ¿Las conversaciones triviales te agotan? ¿Te gustaría que la gente te recordara semanas después de conocerte?En este episodio analizamos Cautivar, de Vanessa Van Edwards (Captivate, 2018), un libro que destruye el mito de que el carisma es un don innato y lo convierte en una ciencia aplicable.Vanessa Van Edwards no es la típica experta en habilidades sociales. De niña era tan tímida que le salían ronchas antes de entrar al colegio. Intentó que la excluyeran de educación física alegando "dolores de menopausia"... en segundo de primaria. Pero en lugar de resignarse, convirtió su torpeza social en su campo de investigación. Hoy asesora a ejecutivos del Fortune 500, sus vídeos acumulan millones de reproducciones, y su laboratorio Science of People ha entrenado a más de 100.000 estudiantes en el arte de conectar con cualquier persona.Lo más valioso: Vanessa descubrió que las relaciones humanas funcionan en tres fases temporales —los primeros 5 minutos, las primeras 5 horas, los primeros 5 días— y que dominar cada fase requiere técnicas específicas respaldadas por neurociencia.

Dr. Paul White is a psychologist, author, and speaker who “makes work relationships work.” He has written articles for and been interviewed by the BBC News, Business Week, the New York Times, Fortune.com, Fast Company, and Forbes.Dr. White is the coauthor of the best-selling book, The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, which has sold over 600,000 copies (written with Dr. Gary Chapman, author of the #1 NY Times bestseller, The 5 Love Languages) and has been translated into 25 languages.Additionally, their online assessment, the Motivating By Appreciation Inventory, has been taken by over 450,000 employees worldwide and is available in multiple languages.As a speaker and trainer, Dr. White has taught around the world, including North America, Europe, South America, Asia, and the Caribbean. His expertise has been requested by PepsiCo, Microsoft, NASA, L'Oreal, The Ritz-Carlton, and numerous other multinational organizations.Get the book, “The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace”, check it out by clicking on this link: https://www.appreciationatwork.com/books/5-languages-appreciation-workplace/ Connect with Dr. Paul White:Website: www.appreciationatwork.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/appreciationatwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/drpaulwhite LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/5-languages-of-appreciation-in-the-workplace TurnKey Podcast Productions Important Links:Guest to Gold Video Series: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/gold The Ultimate Podcast Launch Formula- www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/UPLFplusFREE workshop on how to "Be A Great Guest."Free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Ready to earn 6-figures with your podcast? See if you've got what it takes at TurnkeyPodcast.com/quizSales Training for Podcasters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sales-training-for-podcasters/id1540644376Nice Guys on Business: http://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/subscribe/The Turnkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turnkey-podcast/id1485077152

I walk through Alibaba's new AI agent tool, Accio, and show how it helps you go from “what should I build?” to actual product concepts and supplier options. I demo how it spots rising trends, pulls specific product opportunities (with context like search and sales movement), and even generates early design concepts. Then I test it on a real research task and use that to spin up a “cozy gaming” keyboard concept aimed at Gen-Z women. I close by showing how Accio can vet suppliers and even draft a supplier outreach email so you can start the sourcing process faster. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:55 – Trend Spotting Demo 03:31 – Designing Products Demo 07:04 – Product Opportunity Pain Points Demo 10:10 – Supplier Search Demo 11:06 – Mechanical Keyboard Market Research and Pain Points 16:03 – Cozy Gaming Mechanical Keyboard For Gen Z Women 18:42 – Supplier Vetting + Due Diligence 22:00 – Supplier Outreach Key Points Accio compresses the e-commerce workflow: trends → product ideas → design concepts → supplier shortlists. The real leverage is pairing insights (ratings, negative tags, review pain) with concrete product recommendations. The “agent task” flow feels like a research assistant: it gathers sources, updates a plan, and synthesizes outputs. Accio can move from concept to execution by suggesting suppliers and drafting a structured inquiry email. You still need real diligence: call suppliers, vet claims, and start with small orders. Numbered Section Summaries Accio As An “Unfair Advantage” For E-Commerce I introduce Accio as an AI agent built around e-commerce workflows—idea generation, trend analysis, product concepts, and supplier sourcing. My core point is it reduces the friction that usually keeps me (a software person) from starting e-commerce. Trend Spotting That Goes Beyond Generic Charts Using a baby products example, I show that it's not just search/sales graphs—it surfaces specific product categories and differentiators (like smart features) plus recommendations you can validate elsewhere. Turning Pop Culture Into Product Concepts (With Caveats) I try a “Squid Game” prompt to generate product directions and visuals. I'm clear this isn't a “press button, print money” system, but it gets the creative juices flowing and connects ideas to sourcing. Finding Opportunities By Reading What Customers Hate In the senior dog pet supplies example, Accio highlights product opportunities and connects them to the underlying pain (accessibility, cognitive decline, weak ratings). I emphasize that the edge is insight—knowing why current products underperform. Supplier Discovery Without The Usual Alibaba Overwhelm I run a supplier prompt with constraints (OEM, private label, MOQ, certifications, reviews). The key is Accio structures what's normally chaotic and gives a shortlist you can actually act on. Agent Research: Mechanical Keyboard Pain Points, Ranked I test an agent task to find unmet pain points and cluster them by theme, with “proof” from reviews/forums/Q&A. The point isn't keyboards—it's showing how fast you can go from “trend” to “what to build” using structured research. From Pain Points To A Launchable Niche Concept (Cozy Gaming) I pivot from the research into a niche: mechanical keyboards for Gen Z women aligned with “cozy gaming.” Accio proposes brand directions, a flagship product concept, and early roadmap thinking. Reality Check: Sourcing, Verification, And Outreach I ask for trusted suppliers and get a short list plus technical verification prompts (finish, sound profile, color matching). Accio then drafts a supplier email and shows how the workflow can extend to sending inquiries—while I remind you to vet suppliers carefully and start small. The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ The Vibe Marketer - Resources for people into vibe marketing/marketing with AI: https://www.thevibemarketer.com/ FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/

What does it take to perform at the highest level under extreme pressure—and sustain it long-term? In this powerful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with former U.S. Army Ranger and elite performance coach Pearce Cucchissi to explore how military mental toughness translates into leadership excellence, and how his data-driven Built to Evolve system helps executives, founders, and high performers build unshakeable resilience and confidence.Pearce shares his journey from rebuilding his own mental and physical health after military service to becoming one of the top leadership and performance coaches for Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms, and rising entrepreneurs. If you're a leader, executive, or entrepreneur looking to elevate your performance, mental resilience, and leadership presence, this conversation is essential.You can find more from Pearce here:Interested in a personal or team diagnostic with Pearce send them to pearce@builttoevolve.com

¿Te sientes incómodo en eventos de networking? ¿Las conversaciones triviales te agotan? ¿Te gustaría que la gente te recordara semanas después de conocerte?En este episodio analizamos Cautivar, de Vanessa Van Edwards (Captivate, 2018), un libro que destruye el mito de que el carisma es un don innato y lo convierte en una ciencia aplicable.Vanessa Van Edwards no es la típica experta en habilidades sociales. De niña era tan tímida que le salían ronchas antes de entrar al colegio. Intentó que la excluyeran de educación física alegando "dolores de menopausia"... en segundo de primaria. Pero en lugar de resignarse, convirtió su torpeza social en su campo de investigación. Hoy asesora a ejecutivos del Fortune 500, sus vídeos acumulan millones de reproducciones, y su laboratorio Science of People ha entrenado a más de 100.000 estudiantes en el arte de conectar con cualquier persona.Lo más valioso: Vanessa descubrió que las relaciones humanas funcionan en tres fases temporales —los primeros 5 minutos, las primeras 5 horas, los primeros 5 días— y que dominar cada fase requiere técnicas específicas respaldadas por neurociencia.

Breaking Generational Patterns by Truth Telling with Amber RaeIn this week's episode of the Infinite Potential of Being Human Podcast Nicky is joined by Amber Rae, bestselling author, speaker, teacher and creator of ‘The Feelings Journal.'They dive into Amber's writing journey, the deep personal revelations she encountered, and the impact of her past relationships on her present. Exploring themes of self-deception, childhood trauma, love, the complexities of desire and the transformative power of truth-telling. — You'll Learn: Amber's writing process and the intention behind her memoir How childhood trauma shapes adult relationship choicesAmber's journey and themes explored in the book The crucial element of modeling self-love our childrenAnd lots more!— Amber RaeAmber Rae is a bestselling author and speaker best known for books LOVEABLE, Choose Wonder Over Worry, and The Answers Are Within You. She's also the creator of The Feelings Journal, a tool that transforms the way you engage with your emotions. Her writing and illustrations reach 9M people per month, and her work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, New York Magazine, TODAY, SELF, Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur. As a keynote speaker and teacher, Amber has worked with companies such as Kate Spade, Meta, Microsoft, and TED. Amber lives in New York with her husband and son.For more information:Dive into her book: https://www.amberrae.com/loveableFind her on Instagram: @heyamberrae— Ready to Go Deeper? Access Nicky's FREE Discovering Freedom Masterclass: https://nickyclinch.lpages.co/the-discovering-freedom-masterclass/In this powerful masterclass, you'll:Identify the root of the repeating patterns that have been running your lifeDiscover who you truly are beyond the fears and stories that have kept you stuckLearn the foundations of the BodyMind Maturation Method™ and how to use it in your own lifeTake your first step toward creating lasting freedom in your relationships, work, and self-expressionThis is your invitation to go beyond surface-level change and start transforming at the root.— Connect with Nicky: Visit my website: https://nickyclinch.com/ Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicky_clinch/ Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nickyclinchmaturation Let's connect on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/nicky-clinch-surrender---This is just the beginning. And from this space, everything is possible.

This episode was sponsored by Credit Stacking   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this game-changing Dropping Bombs episode, Credit Stacking founder Jack McColl reveals how he scaled from $5K self-funded struggles to over $500K in business credit—and helped 3,000+ entrepreneurs unlock six-figure funding. No income proof, no tax returns, no collateral—just strong credit and smart bank relationships.    Jack shares his exact framework for grabbing $100K+ at 0% interest for 9-18 months to fuel inventory, marketing, or growth. He covers building approvals, stacking cards, turning points into free flights, and liquidating credit into cash. If you're tired of slow bootstrapping and ready to scale with the banks' money, this is your blueprint—watch now and get funded.  

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