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Career Uplift: A female empowerment agency dedicated to helping high‑achieving women rise with confidence, courage, clarity, and faith-driven purpose.

ProjectME with Tiffany Carter â€“ Entrepreneurship & Millionaire Mindset

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 28:10 Transcription Available

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Silent Burnout: Why High-Achieving Women are Falling Apart Behind Closed Doors w/ Tracy Doyle, Founder of The Aurora Method

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 55:31

Enrollment is Open for 2026! (Pre-Launch Sale) My signature once-a-year program Selling with Soul Details + Join HERE You look successful. You've built the career, the business, the life. But behind closed doors? You're exhausted, reactive, disconnected, and you can't figure out why nothing feels like enough. If you've been searching for how to recover from burnout, why high-achieving women feel so overwhelmed, or why you keep getting triggered in your relationships and your leadership even though you've done all the work — this episode is going to hit different. Today, I'm sitting down with Tracy Doyle, founder of The Aurora Method and author of Life Storms: Finding Your Clear Sky — and we are going deep on everything from feeling constantly overwhelmed, to signs of burnout, and the unique struggles of being a female business owner in today's world. RESOURCES MENTIONED: My signature once-a-year program Selling with Soul is on pre-launch sale right now for the class of 2026. Details + Join HERE Make More Work Less: The Money Relationship Healing & Manifestation Program GET THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER HERE >> Join the famous ProjectME Posse Business & Money Coaching Membership HERE CONNECT WITH TIFF: Tiffany on Instagram @projectme_with_tiffany Tiffany on TikTok @projectme_with_tiffany Tiffany on YouTube: ProjectME TV Tiffany's FREE Abundance Email Community: JOIN HERE > The Secret Posse Digest IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: > What silent burnout actually looks like in high-performing women — and why you might have it right now without even realizing it > How your early life experiences are secretly running your stress responses, your leadership, and your relationships today > Why the women who look the most put-together on the outside are often the ones falling apart the fastest on the inside > What emotional resilience actually means — and why bubble baths and therapy aren't enough if you're still stuck in reactive patterns > The Aurora Method and how Tracy built a practical framework to help women overcome burnout, negative thinking, and the cycles that keep them stuck > How Tracy went from building a multimillion-dollar international company to recognizing that her success was masking a much deeper storm > What it looks like to finally break free from overwhelm, heal your nervous system, and lead from a place of clarity instead of survival mode If you're a high-achieving woman who's tired of feeling like you're white-knuckling your way through your own life — this is the conversation you needed yesterday. Hit play. Your clear sky is closer than you think. CONNECT WITH TRACY DOYLE: Get her Book: Life Storms: Finding Your Clear Sky HERE Website

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Family Business: He started the successful business to teach his sons about money—earning, saving, investing, and giving.

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Career Uplift: A female empowerment agency dedicated to helping high‑achieving women rise with confidence, courage, clarity, and faith-driven purpose.

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Uneasy Money: How Hyperliquid Succeeded by Going Against Crypto's Ideology First Approach

Unchained

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 58:51

The crew digs into Hyperliquid's phenomenal rise. How did the perp DEX become TradFi's 24/7 casino? Thank you to our sponsors! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fuse: The Energy Network ⁠⁠⁠ – Shift your energy use and earn rewards. ⁠⁠⁠⁠MultiChain Advisors -⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Growth & Capital Markets Partner You Need Hyperliquid is having its mainstream moment like Polymarket in 2024 and OpenSea in 2021. Amid the U.S.'s war on Iran, the platform has become a popular venue for speculators to express their market opinions. Uneasy Money hosts Kain Warwick, Luca Netz and Taylor Monahan dig into choices that have allowed Hyperliquid to succeed where many others before it have failed. In a single sentence: not putting ideology over the product's goals. Kain says the protocol may become unassailable in the future even as Luca says HYPE is bound to be a top five crypto by market cap. The crew also discusses Pudgy Penguin's new open world game Pudgy World. Luca says “crypto rails have to be a tech stack not a hook” explaining why the game relegated crypto to the background. Plus, how Across Protocol's move to pivot to only equity highlights the broken nature of tokens. Has Luca cracked the problem? Listen to find out! Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kain Warwick⁠⁠⁠⁠, Founder of Infinex and Synthetix ⁠⁠⁠⁠Taylor Monahan⁠⁠⁠⁠, Security Expert ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luca Netz⁠, CEO of Pudgy Penguins Links: Unchained: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oil Becomes the Hottest Trade on Hyperliquid Hyperliquid Launches $29 Million Policy Push in Washington Uneasy Money: Hyperliquid's Dilemma After 10/10: Protect Itself or Its Users? The Aave DAO Is Collapsing. Is the Token Still a Good Investment? Uneasy Money: Why the AI Singularity May Already Be Out of Our Hands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Chopping Block: Erik Voorhees on AI Privacy, Agentic Payments, and Crypto x Memecoin Mayhem

Unchained

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 61:19

Crypto OG Erik Voorhees joins The Chopping Block crew to dissect the future of agentic payments, the eternal war for privacy, memecoin-fueled AI drama on Moltbook, and why your next DeFi user might just be your OpenClaw agent—plus, a candid look at crypto's core and how AI turns software engineering existential. Welcome to The Chopping Block — where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. This week, we're joined by none other than Erik Voorhees, legendary crypto pioneer and founder of Venice, for a no-holds-barred discussion on the wild convergence of AI, crypto, and the meme coin casino. Erik unpacks his journey from anti-surveillance crusader to AI entrepreneur, why Venice is all-in on privacy and free speech for LLMs, and how “provable privacy” is a Sisyphean technical challenge. The crew breaks down OpenClaw's agent drama, memecoin carpet-bombing of Moltbook, and Meta muscling in on AI social networks. We debate agentic payments (will your first paying customer soon be a bot?), the true game theory behind state surveillance, and why crypto's greatest killer use case might actually be building tools for robots instead of humans. Plus: existential crises for software engineers, why “AI alignment” is a philosophical dead end, and the childlike glee (or open psychosis) of trading OpenClaw war stories at AI meetups. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights

if you're a founder NOT building a personal brand... you're already losing

The Real Reel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 11:15

If you're a founder who thinks building a personal brand is a waste of time, this might be the wake-up call you need. The truth is: distribution is the new moat. Your product isn't enough. Your team isn't enough. If no one knows who you are, you're starting every conversation from zero. In this episode, I break down why the founders who are winning right now are visible, how to build a personal brand without becoming an influencer, and the exact framework I used to grow both my personal following and my startup, Rella. Whether you're B2B, consumer, or anywhere in between—this is your roadmap to building trust, standing out, and making sure you don't look back in two years wishing you had started today. 0:00 - The Wake-Up Call: Why Distribution is Everything 1:26 - The Trust Factor: Why People Buy From People They Know 3:34 - Three Types of Personal Brands (And Which One You Should Build) Expert, Entertainer, or Product Extension—find your approach 5:50 - The Regret Conversation: What Every Founder Wishes They Started Earlier 7:27 - The Action Plan: How to Actually Start Building Your Brand 9:52 - The Mindset Shift: This is Not a Waste of Time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suspension of the rules. - The Iran episode. Isaac, Ari and Kmele talk about all the latest on the war in Iran.

Silicon Valley Tech And AI With Gary Fowler

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 81:37

On todays episode of Suspension of the Rules, Isaac, Ari and Kmele talk all the latest on the Iran war, when we might be leaving, the Strait of Hormuz, potentially boots on the ground, and a lot of debate about the justifications and reasonings of being in this war still. Last but not least, a very solid grievance section. It's a good one!Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was hosted by: Isaac Saul and audio edited and mixed by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Jon Lall.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Morning Five: Thursday, March 12 -- The Heart of the Public

Wear We Are

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 11:26

For the Good of the Public brings you news and weekly conversations at the intersection of faith and civic life. Monday through Thursday, The Morning Five starts your day off with scripture and prayer, as we also catch up on the news together. Throughout the year, we air limited series on Fridays to dive deeper into conversations with civic leaders, thinkers, and public servants reimagining public life for the good of the public. Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life. Thanks for listening to The Morning Five! Please subscribe to and rate The Morning Five on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the work of the Center for Christianity and Public Life at www.ccpubliclife.org. Today's scripture: Exodus 19: 2b-9 (ESV) News sources: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/03/11/strait-hormuz-cargo-ships-iran/ https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/john-cornyn-filibuster-texas-senator-3b918639?mod=hp_lead_pos4 https://apnews.com/article/uk-house-of-lords-hereditary-peers-expelled-535df8781dd01e8970acda1dca99d3d4 https://theheartofthepublic.substack.com/p/beyond-reaction-toward-renewal Join the conversation and follow us at: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michaelwear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichaelRWear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife and check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tsfnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #prayer #scripture #Iran #oil #JohnCornyn #Senate #filibuster #HouseofLords #UK #CCPL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#147 Why designers need to think like founders with Felix Haas

Future of UX

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 45:38

AI is changing how we design and build products faster than ever.In this episode of Future of UX, I'm talking with Felix Haas, who is currently working at Lovable. Felix shares a lot of insights online about building products with AI, vibe coding, and how the way we create software is evolving.Felix and I actually go back quite a few years. We first met in Berlin when he was running his own agency there, and since then I've been following his journey and the ideas he shares about building with AI.What always fascinated me about Felix is his mindset. He comes from a design background, but he thinks very much like an entrepreneur. He constantly experiments, builds things, tests ideas, and isn't afraid when something doesn't work.And honestly, that builder mindset might be one of the most important skills right now.In our conversation we talk about where we actually are with AI today, what “vibe coding” really means, how the product development process is changing, and what all of this means for designers.One thing we both agree on:In the future, it might not be enough to just design products. Designers will need to build, experiment, and ship ideas much faster.In this episode we talk about• Where we actually are in the current AI wave• What “vibe coding” means and why people talk about it• Why building products is becoming easier than ever• The shift from designing interfaces to building real products• Why experimentation and curiosity are becoming essential skills• The mindset designers need in an AI-driven world• Why great products are still about solving real problemsAbout FelixFelix Haas works at Lovable and shares insights about AI, building products, and vibe coding. Before that, he ran his own agency in Berlin and has been active in the design and startup world for many years.Follow Felix:LinkedInSubstrackAI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp

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What Gamma ($2B Unicorn) Learned that Most Founders Get Backwards | Grant Lee

Minus One

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 35:37

Grant Lee, cofounder and CEO of Gamma, joins South Park Commons General Partner Jonathan Brebner to discuss how his AI storytelling platform is taking on PowerPoint and Google Slides. Grant shares how Gamma survived the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, how they stayed lean while scaling to a $2B valuation, and why he believes “different beats better” when competing against entrenched incumbents. He also gets into the role of storytelling in product, hiring, and growth—and why publishing content (and pushing through "cringe valley") might be the most underrated thing a founder can do.Grant Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantslee/ Jonathan Brebner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-brebner/South Park Commons: https://www.linkedin.com/company/southparkcommons/Apply to SPC: https://www.southparkcommons.com/applyChapters:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:41) - The Frustration With Slides That Sparked Gamma(00:04:02) - Reuniting With Co-Founders From Optimizely(00:08:46) - The Real Competition: Behavior Change(00:10:37) - The ‘Bet the Company' Moment and the SVB Crisis(00:14:43) - Why Gamma Built a Lean Team and Hires Slowly(00:17:49) - Why Storytelling Is a Core Founder Skill(00:20:51) - How Gamma Balances AI Automation With Human Creativity(00:23:40) - Why Founders Must Survive “Cringe Valley”(00:31:17) - Building Gamma for Prosumer and Enterprise Growth

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AI-Powered Sourcing: Automating Global Trade for the Modern Startup with Anthony Sardain

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 37:05

Join Anthony Sardain, CEO and Founder of Cavela, for a conversation on the next revolution in global trade: the automation of physical product sourcing. Born into a family of trade in Southeast Asia, Anthony has spent nearly a decade at the intersection of AI and logistics. In this episode, we explore how Cavela is using AI to handle the heavy lifting of finding, vetting, and managing global suppliers—leveling the playing field for startups and scaling businesses that need to move as fast as the digital economy.

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Five Questions Over Coffee with Mitchell Levy (ep. 142)

It's Not Rocket Science! Five Questions Over Coffee

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 37:48

Who is Mitchell?Mitchell Levy is a passionate advocate for purpose-driven business relationships. Through his work, Mitchell observed a common frustration among professionals on platforms like LinkedIn: many reach out without a clear purpose or differentiation, often leading with sales pitches rather than genuine value. Recognizing this disconnect, he champions the power of having a “North Star”—a clear vision and understanding of the problem you solve and the unique value you bring. Mitchell encourages business owners, regardless of their size, to approach networking with intention and a customer-centric mindset. His insights help professionals articulate their purpose and foster meaningful, effective connections in the digital age.Key Takeaways* Mitchell Levy reveals the power of clarity: leaders and business owners need a simple North Star—a CPOP—in under 10 words. When you know where you're headed, decisions get easier and credibility follows.* Tired of random LinkedIn messages? Mitchell shares why real connection starts when you understand who you truly serve and their real pain or joy. Purposeful outreach beats cookie-cutter pitches every time.* Small business? Big CEO? Mitchell's “executive abundance” works for all. Growth happens when you get clear on your purpose, your people, and the possibilities you can create. Alignment is everything.* Elevator pitches are overrated. What matters is knowing, in a few words, who you're helping and why. That's your true vibration—one you won't need to memorize, just live.* Want credibility? Keep learning, stay coachable, and be willing to reset your focus. Mitchell's path: clarity, purpose, connection. Change your story, and your impact grows—no matter your size.Don't forget: If you want to connect, ask questions, or get notified about upcoming guests like Mitchell, subscribe to the Systemise.Me newsletter here. You only need your first name and email—easy as (coffee) pie!Thanks for sharing a cup with us this week. Here's to strong coffee, smart hiring, and believing in the dreams you're just starting to imagine.And don't forget: keep an eye out for next guest. To submit your own questions, subscribe to our newsletter and join the conversation!P.S. Loved this episode? Hit reply and let us know what resonated most_________________________________________________________________________________________________Subscribe to our newsletter and get details of when we are doing these interviews live at www.systemise.me/subscribeFind out more about being a guest at : link.thecompleteapproach.co.uk/beaguestSubscribe to the podcast at https://link.thecompleteapproach.co.uk/podcastHelp us get this podcast in front of as many people as possible. Leave a nice five-star review at apple podcasts : https://link.thecompleteapproach.co.uk/apple-podcasts and on YouTube : https://link.thecompleteapproach.co.uk/Itsnotrocketscienceatyt!Do You Need a P.A.T.H. to Scale?We help established business owners with small but growing teams:go from feeling stuck, sceptical, and tired of wasting time and money on false promises,to running a confident, purpose-driven business where their team delivers results, customers are happy, and they can finally enjoy more time with their family -with a results-based refund guarantee: if you follow the process and it doesn't work, we refund what you paid.This is THE P.A.T.H. to scale your business.————————————————————————————————————————————-TranscriptNote, this was transcribed using a transcription software and may not reflect the exact words used in the podcast)SUMMARY KEYWORDSexecutive coaching, credibility, LinkedIn sales tactics, business owners, CEOs, executive abundance, fast-growing companies, Inc 5000, Marshall Goldsmith 100 coaches, clarity, North Star, customer point of possibilities, CPOP, marketing cookie cutter, business scaling, founders, path to scale, leadership, business strategy, elevator pitch, business clarity, operating system of credibility, business growth, credibility expert, solopreneurs, company purpose, personal compass, decision-making, business differentiation, referral partners, customer focusSPEAKERMitchell Levy, Stuart WebbStuart Webb [00:00:31]:Hi and welcome back to five Questions over Coffee. Here is my coffee. Now be careful spill that, it's quite full at the moment. Mitchell. Yeah, well done. It's a Guinness, so well done. Mitchell Levy here is a leading executive coach, a global credibility expert and I'm looking forward to him walking through his process today talking to us a little bit about how he helps get leaders real credibility. So Mitchell, thank you for making a few minutes available to come and speak to us here on It's Not Rocket Science.Stuart Webb [00:01:06]:Five Questions over Coffee.Mitchell Levy [00:01:08]:My pleasure. Thanks for having me Stuart. Really nice to, really nice to engage with you.Stuart Webb [00:01:14]:Well that's terrific. So let's start by trying to understand the sort of person you're reaching out to with helping them with their credibility.Mitchell Levy [00:01:25]:You know it's interesting, I, I have two distinct audiences. So as an executive coach, so I'm part of The Marshall Goldsmith 100 coaches, some of the top executive coaches on the planet. And for that audience it is fast growing CEOs leading the future with executive abundance. Now in if you were in the U.S. i say Inc 5000, which basically is the, the top five, 5,000 fastest growing companies in the U.S. but yeah, since this is Australian, I'll just say fast growing company. So that is one group of one audience. And, and executive abundance is a new framework I'm introducing into the marketplace.Mitchell Levy [00:02:12]:It's been my executive coaching for years. But one of the things you, you asked me in the green room, how you doing? Last week I advanced to candidacy on my PhD program and so I am actually doing a dissertation and then we'll, we'll write a book, do coursework and chatbots on executive abundance.Stuart Webb [00:02:33]:On your Congratulations. Thank you doctor. Not a, not a, not an easy thing to do as I recall. So tell me a little more about sort of the people that you're helping that you've just sort of described. Give us an example of sort of things that they might have tried before and the ways in which you help them.Mitchell Levy [00:02:54]:Well so by the way, let me do the second audience and then you could tell me which one you want me to.Stuart Webb [00:02:59]:Oh, no problem.Mitchell Levy [00:03:00]:So the second audience is business owners escaping slimy LinkedIn sales tactics. Perfect. Perfect. That's exactly what I want to get right. It's, I've been on LinkedIn since before they were making money. Now a couple hundred thousand people could say that, but there's one thing I could say that nobody else in the planet can say and that is I was in the room with two, with two of the five founders And I was commissioned to have written and published the first book on LinkedIn. I've looked at a couple hundred thousand LinkedIn profiles and I have a system and approach that helps people drive one to one business relationships with people on LinkedIn. And I can do it at scale.Mitchell Levy [00:03:43]:And so it's the 5% on LinkedIn functionality that brings 80% of value. So that sort of answers that question for the business owner side. On the executive coaching side, the question is what sort of things, what have they tried before? You know, I think I'm going to generically say something and then you could, you could drill me in if we need to. Life is, and business is really, really simple.Stuart Webb [00:04:14]:It's not easy, right?Mitchell Levy [00:04:17]:And what's not easy about it is the fact that even if you know the answer in your heart, in your head, in your body, you know exactly what to do. There's chaos out there and there's these experts who have what I call marketing cookie cutter approaches. And so in, in your vernacular, there's a wicked problem they have and they're trying to solve it. They're going to go out and talk to a ton of people and they get such a diverse range of answers and then they hit one they like, but they don't hold on to it. And so for those that I work with on executive coaching, the first thing we need to do is establish the clarity, establish the playground they play and establish what I call their cpop, their customer point of possibilities. And that is in less than 10 words, where they're executing on their purpose. That's for the company or for the individual. And once you have that, then you can deploy an operating system of credibility.Mitchell Levy [00:05:23]:But until you have that, it's really hard to make decisions because you need a compass, you need a personal compassion that you can actually live by. You need your own North Star. And, and so that's, in terms of business, we need a North Star and that's, that's where we start. And after that, when I hang out with somebody who's doing executive coaching, I'm just, I'm just helping them understand how they're making decisions in their North Star, how they propagate it throughout the organization. It's, it's always fun to see and everyone's different. Some are really fast, some take a little bit more time, some need to fall down a couple of times so they can get up. But generally speaking, what I do is extremely simple, but apparently it's not so easy.Mitchell Levy [00:06:18]:Let me just try and link those two customer types together. In some way, I think something like LinkedIn requires somebody to have what you've just described in terms of the Northstar, what they're doing and be very clear about what their problem solution is. I see an awful lot of people on LinkedIn just sort of, you know, reaching out quite randomly to people, sending the immediate, why don't we just. Why don't we just cut to the chase? Buy my. Buy my stuff, buy my thing. And I find myself very frustrated by the fact they don't actually have, as you've just described it, a real purpose, a real point of differentiation, a real customer focus behind that message, because they're not able to actually articulate what it is they're actually going to do. So there's a great deal of sort of overlap between those two things that you've described, because business owners, even if they're small, need to have that North Star about what it is they're reaching out to do with LinkedIn and why they need to do it. Am I wrong?Mitchell Levy [00:07:24]:No, no, no. It's, it's a great observation. Thank you for seeing it. It shows a little bit about who you are. It turns out that if I'm working with a CEO with a couple hundred, couple thousand, tens of thousands employees, there's a lot more what to say, politics and vested interest and vested groups in place. When I'm working with a CEO who's a solopreneur, where they've got five or 10 people in their organization, it's a whole lot easier to make change. And so it's a different price point, a lot less expensive for the LinkedIn work. And it turns out that the lessons I learned in both places apply to each other.Mitchell Levy [00:08:14]:I call the LinkedIn guys mini executive abundance, even though I don't necessarily call it to them. In my mind, I, I'm deploying executive abundance at the individual level as well, which is a great way to. So it's, it's technically the same thing, but most of the time I don't, I don't say it that way.Stuart Webb [00:08:33]:Yeah. And thank you for. Thank you for sort of endorsing the fact that I had misunderstood it, because I do think that this idea of executive abundance applies to some smaller businesses. They just don't know it applies. They just don't recognize it in themselves. And I think a lot of business owners probably don't grow because they don't know how to do that. They don't know how to start to let themselves have that abundance. So talk to me a bit, a little bit Mitchell about.Mitchell Levy [00:09:01]:Well, I know you've got a valuable offer that you're going to put. And we've got this, we're going to have this in our vault, which I'm going to show now on screen, which is a www.systemize sys t e m I s e me free stuff. So you'll be able to get hold of some of the stuff that Mitchell is going to talk about there. So Mitchell, talk to me a little bit about the process that you go through. So if people were thinking I need to get and understand this guy a bit more, talk about the process. Talk about how you help them with this abundance as you're talking about.Mitchell Levy [00:09:38]:So we'll practice on you. Stuart, you've demonstrated that I should do that. What, what I ended up doing. And I'll share. This is actually what I do second, but I'm, I'm sharing on screen. Oh, not working at the moment. Looks like I, looks like I have a small problem with my, my screen sharing. So I will not do that.Mitchell Levy [00:10:00]:I ended up interviewing 500 thought leaders on, on credibility. And with those 500, I was able to articulate the definition of credibility, which turns out to be a good operating system. We live by credibility is the quality which we TR light. And it turned out that I unlocked a superpower. My superpower is deploying the framework of clarity. So I sit with any company, any human, help them articulate in less than 10 words where they're executing on their purpose. Now, I call that a C pop. Your customer point of possibilities, that's, that's that north star.Mitchell Levy [00:10:36]:That's the compass we're talking about. And Stuart, let's create that view. I looked at your LinkedIn, looked at your website. There's nothing wrong with it. There's nothing wrong. What I will promise you is that after you hear your C pop, you're going to go, oh, I have to make changes because it's just going to help focus you right. Now let me say something and I'm going to guess right away. I'm going to guess that you're in a 10%.Mitchell Levy [00:11:03]:And I'll tell you what I mean by that. When I share a C pop with somebody, I'm they. We as humans, we vibrate out of frequency. And so what happens is the, the C pop represents in words, the frequency you vibrate at. It's who you are. It's, it makes you feel aligned with who you are. I've done this over 1200 times and in 1200 cases, the person's Feeling aligned. Now here's the scary part.Mitchell Levy [00:11:37]:In 90% of the cases, they will get unaligned between two hours and two weeks because of the chaos and noise out there. I'm going to assume that you're going to be in the 10%. So we'll see next time we talk.Stuart Webb [00:11:49]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:11:52]:Now, I also will tell you something else. I will give you the formula. It's a secret formula. And I will gift that to you and we'll go through the exercise together. When I was doing the interviews, I created a video and I would share the formula and say, listen, what I found so far. I created the video somewhere around interview 50. And what I said, what I found so far is even when somebody had the formula, only 2% would actually articulate their C pop. Because even with the formula, it's hard because we get stuck on this marketing cookie cutter stuff.Mitchell Levy [00:12:30]:And even after they got the video, they. There was still only 2% of people could walk in. So I'm gonna give you. I'm gonna give you in the audience the formula and we'll walk through it together. The C pop is less than 10 words, and it's really two components. The first is the who. And I'm gonna go in and ask you the questions. Who do you serve? If we're credible, we're servant leaders.Mitchell Levy [00:12:55]:So who do you serve? And the second piece is from their perspective. What is their pain point? Or what is their pleasure point?Stuart Webb [00:13:04]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:13:05]:So let me ask you these questions. So who is it that you serve?Stuart Webb [00:13:10]:So I serve a business leader who has a really bright idea but doesn't know how to get that and make it into a positive business reality.Mitchell Levy [00:13:20]:Now, it's funny because you're LinkedIn says founders.Stuart Webb [00:13:26]:That's true. It is true.Mitchell Levy [00:13:28]:So when you think about where 80% of your revenue comes from, is it from corporate businesses and business leaders, or is it from founders? Or who. Who is it?Stuart Webb [00:13:38]:It's 80% comes from founders.Mitchell Levy [00:13:41]:Okay, so good thing I looked at your LinkedIn. All right, so from the. I think you said it, but I'm going to ask you both pain and pleasure, what's their primary pain point?Stuart Webb [00:13:58]:They have no ability or starting point to make that business strategy or business idea an actual reality in the marketplace. They are unable to articulate, possibly even to themselves, where they start to go from. This would be brilliant to. It is there and it's making me money.Mitchell Levy [00:14:29]:So you're talking about really founders, pre revenue founders.Stuart Webb [00:14:34]:Now, a lot of the people that I deal with are. They've already Got a product, but they've got one product. They need two because they want to scale. And the problem they have is I've got a great idea for my second product, but the way I did it first, but now I've got a small team, it doesn't work the second time.Mitchell Levy [00:14:57]:Interesting. Okay, so they, they have money because they've, they've been able to get something in the marketplace, but now they want to scale. Either scale what they're doing or scale into another product.Stuart Webb [00:15:14]:Essentially, yes.Mitchell Levy [00:15:16]:Oh, oh, Tell me how to get it wrong. Tell me what you got.Stuart Webb [00:15:20]:No, no, no, you're absolutely right by saying essentially, yes. The only other thing that I would add into that is there are. There are sometimes businesses who have managed to get that second product, but it's now tanking because they have got all the wrong. They're trying to do it the way they did it before, and therefore, you know, the, the mechanisms they're using are wrong for where they are because they're now a bigger company. You were talking about politics. They're now sort of saying, it's got to be done by other people, but it's got to be done my way, in the way that I started this. And that just doesn't work if they start instructing in that way. Whilst we're doing this.Mitchell Levy [00:15:55]:While we're doing this, Mitchell, I know you're just doing a bit of typing, such like, I'd invite anybody. If anybody's hearing this and thinking to themselves, I need to make comments or I need to actually sort of, you know, leap in. At this point, Mitchell and I will be monitoring the comments on LinkedIn after this. So if you've got questions or if you're looking at this and thinking, I want somebody to talk to me about this, post your questions there. I can guarantee Mitchell will get onto that and we'll answer your questions because he's that sort of guy.Mitchell Levy [00:16:22]:Thank you, Will. Interesting. Okay, give me a pleasure point, not a pleasure point of working with you, but we'll just fast forward to a period of time after they've had a chance to spend time with you. How are they feeling? What are they doing? What. What makes sense to them?Mitchell Levy [00:16:41]:Let me give you a very real example of that. Working with a company, the founders needed to start to scale something. We turned their service that was poorly defined couldn't be delivered because they couldn't really articulate it. It's now much more of a sort of defined product idea, although it's still a service, but it's got a Logo. It's got a description, it's got a series of processes which their staff can operate, and they're selling that multiple times per week. And it's now. It's now. Then they're now proud of it.Mitchell Levy [00:17:18]:They're now saying, I'll use the name of it. They're now saying, threat sure is a great product. It was a great idea, and now it's something which is actually making us money. And customers love it.Mitchell Levy [00:17:32]:Cool. Nice. Okay, thank you. So yours is easy.Mitchell Levy [00:17:42]:I don't want it to be easy, Mitchell.Mitchell Levy [00:17:44]:Let me rephrase that. Yours was really simple. And it was only after I started talking to you to see who I was seeing this morning that I. Because, remember, we talked in the green room. Should we do this live? And sometimes there's a lot of marketing, cookie cutter stuff that gets in the way, but everything you said reinforced. Wait, let me count the words. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 words. Would you be happy if you could describe yourself?Mitchell Levy [00:18:11]:Wow. Okay, that is now. I will say now. This is where people. If you are watching this live and if you are going to go onto LinkedIn, you need six words. I have never been able to articulate this in six years. Six words. I can articulate it in two or three hours if you ask me to.Mitchell Levy [00:18:26]:But six words, that's impressive.Mitchell Levy [00:18:28]:So let me. Let me say that. Or just say less than 10.Stuart Webb [00:18:34]:Right?Mitchell Levy [00:18:34]:Because if you. If you think about it, and, and this is. This is for people paying attention. When you asked me my two audiences, I gave you my seat, my two C pops. C POP stands for customer Pointed Possibilities. So my executive coaching is nine words. Inc. 5000 CEOs leading the future with executive abundance.Mitchell Levy [00:18:55]:The goal when you share your CPOP is that the referral partner or the prospect says, oh, tell me more, Mitchell, what's this executive abundance thing?Stuart Webb [00:19:02]:Right? Or.Mitchell Levy [00:19:04]:Or the other one when I'm talking to a business owner. By the way, Stuart, you're a business owner, right? So when I talk to your founders or business owners, When I talk to business owners, it's business owners escaping slimy LinkedIn sales tactics. And I either get the laugh that you gave before or the visual reaction because you just remember being slimed recently.Mitchell Levy [00:19:23]:Yeah. Yeah.Mitchell Levy [00:19:24]:In either case, the goal when I share those words or is to paint a compass, to paint a. A playground that I plan. And then when I answer what comes next, I get more credibility because I've been so finite in terms of the playground. So in your particular case, your playground is six words. And I'm Putting it in chat, because I'm a visual person, so you could see it as well. But I'll share it out loud. Founders needing a path to scale.Mitchell Levy [00:20:01]:Brilliant.Stuart Webb [00:20:02]:Right?Mitchell Levy [00:20:03]:And so, by the way, once again, anybody who is watching this, that is such a brilliant summary. I could not. I couldn't have done. I couldn't have done that without Mitchell's help. But that is a fabulous summary.Mitchell Levy [00:20:18]:I'm going to say thank you. And it's. By the way, it's you. Because, by the way, although what happened, you're marketing cookie cutter stuff, which I'm glad I looked at your LinkedIn. You said the word founders, and that seemed important to me, so I had to ask you, where does 80% of revenue come from? Yeah, right. And it's. But other than that, everything you said reinforced. And you already have this on your LinkedIn.Mitchell Levy [00:20:46]:You have a couple other things which I might encourage you to remove. But everything you said reinforced. Having a path to scale. Even the pleasure point was talking about a path to scale.Stuart Webb [00:20:59]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:20:59]:And so when you now have these six words, and by the way, what I was typing in on the back end is, I have a Mitchell Levy chatbot, and I said, if this is your C pop, what could the acronym path stand for? And I'm putting it in chat. We don't have to talk about it, but this is just my gift for you. You know, path could stand for, you know, basically, purpose, action. Ooh, team, and. And. And harmony. Sorry, I. It didn't cut.Mitchell Levy [00:21:37]:It didn't cut and paste really well. And then it talks about what. That what stuff is. But. But I think. I think the way to think about it for you is, is when you share with somebody. Let me do your. Tell me more, if you don't mind.Stuart Webb [00:21:54]:I'll.Mitchell Levy [00:21:54]:I'll do it. Because we're recorded. Right, so. And now a superpower I have is the ability to do this. It's a formula, and I've just done it over 1200 times, so it's easy. I'm happy for people to grab it. It's the who and the what. Who in the what comes before why.Stuart Webb [00:22:12]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:22:12]:Just to be clear. Comes before Simon Sinexy. Who in the what comes first? It's a C Pop. And a ancillary superpower is if I know somebody C Pop most of the time, I could do their tell me more better than them until they feel good about it. So let me tell you, Stuart, what I mean by this. When in the future, when you share your cpop now, if somebody says to you, hey, what's your cpop? Now, maybe a couple hundred thousand people know this word, so most likely they're gonna say, who are you?Stuart Webb [00:22:45]:Right?Mitchell Levy [00:22:46]:What do you do? Who are you? And in that particular case, you need to put a.Stuart Webb [00:22:51]:A.Mitchell Levy [00:22:51]:A hook up front. The hook is, hey, there's an audience I spend a lot of time with, or there's an audience I do really well with, or my clients all get success in a certain area.Stuart Webb [00:23:01]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:23:02]:Whatever the hook is. Then you do a pause, and then you say, founders needing a path to scale. Then you drop the mic, and then you may say something. Oh, let me tell you a little bit more. Listen, I work with a series of founders. A lot of times they've already put their first product out there. They've already been successful, and they need to scale. They need to get to the next level, and they get stuck.Mitchell Levy [00:23:29]:They either don't know how to move forward or they've already moved forward, but they've deployed what worked in the first product to the second, and it doesn't work. What I do is help them lay out the path that will allow them scale going forward.Mitchell Levy [00:23:45]:Mitchell, that is the best way I have ever heard somebody describe what is effectively an elevator pitch. You'd have heard elevator pitch. And they're all. They're all very difficult for people to do, and most of the time, they're not very good. So I'm not going to say that, because there are a lot of people on here will be offended by that. But that.Mitchell Levy [00:24:04]:Oh, I'm gonna say it. I'm gonna say to you and everyone else, if you've memorized an elevator pitch, please forget it.Mitchell Levy [00:24:13]:Yes.Stuart Webb [00:24:15]:Right, stop.Mitchell Levy [00:24:15]:Now.Mitchell Levy [00:24:16]:It comes from here. Your elevator pitch comes from your head. And your goal when you talk to somebody is you want them to feel the energy inside. You want them to feel your heart. So memorize the six words or nine words or three. A couple people have three words, right? So memorize your C Pop. But you won't have to memorize it. It's your.Mitchell Levy [00:24:38]:It's your vibrational energy. And then your.Stuart Webb [00:24:40]:Your.Mitchell Levy [00:24:41]:What would have been your elevated pitch is more the tell me more. Which you custom tailor to the person you're talking to.Stuart Webb [00:24:47]:Yeah, absolutely. I love what you're saying. Look, Mitchell, I could keep you here for another couple of hours, but I have a feeling you have important business to go and speak to other people who need this. Once again, I'm going to invite anybody listening live or in future, when you see this, drop comments into the comments Below, Mitchell, I know, will come back, give you some very, very good advice to try and get this sort of thing into your life, because we need more clarity. I am, as Mitchell has probably managed to sort of convince me. I spend a lot of my time with people who haven't got the clarity they need. And it is always difficult to get that clarity because in their own head, they're trying to rationalize, they're trying to sort of apply a set of rules. You know, they've done all the courses, they've read all the books, they've.Mitchell Levy [00:25:43]:They've been out and seen all the YouTube videos, and somehow that's actually created less clarity than if they just sat down and did a very simple exercise like Mitchell is doing here. So drop your questions, drop your comments. I know we can get some clarity back in the world. But Mitchell, how did you get to this? Where did you come from that this became your mission in life?Mitchell Levy [00:26:07]:It's really interesting, I think, what happened because of time. I'll try to do this super quick. My undergraduate was a Bachelor of Science in Stochastic and Deterministic Models of Operational Research. In essence, I was taught how to model. Well, as long as I could say the words and the syllables come out of my mouth, I'm still happy. And one day I won't be able to do that anymore, right?Mitchell Levy [00:26:34]:So.Mitchell Levy [00:26:36]:But I was taught how to model people and systems and improve them. And what I learned then I got an MBA, and as I mentioned previously, I'm doing the PhD thing, right? So what. What I learned was, although I only speak English and it's American English, and so it's bad English, I don't speak those multiple languages. I do speak multiple languages of functions, you know, so marketing. Funny. Marketing, talking to sales, talking to engineers. I mean, it's just, whoever you are, I could speak your language because I'm feeling the energy of what does it mean to be who you are? And then it was in 2019 that I went on a Napoleon Hill journey And I interviewed 500 thought leaders on credibility between 2019 and 2020. And so I.Mitchell Levy [00:27:27]:It turns out I asked everyone five questions. And the first question that just sort of magically appeared to me is, what's your C Pop? That's the first thing I wanted to. I wanted to learn from people. And. And it took me a couple years, post the interviews, post the TED Talk, post the book that I wrote on it. By the way, I've written 65 books. My 66 is the most important. It's the one I'm writing now called Executive Abundance.Mitchell Levy [00:27:57]:It took a number of years afterwards to really understand. As a matter of fact, what happened is I went to the Purpose Summit. Now, when you go to a summit called the Purpose Summit, you got a lot of people talking about purpose, bringing purpose into corporations, what people's purpose are. And, you know, everyone had a different definition and it meant many different things to different people. And at some point in time, I thought the C pop had to do with purpose. But as it turns out, the C pop is where one is executing on their purpose today.Stuart Webb [00:28:30]:Yeah, brilliant, right?Mitchell Levy [00:28:32]:And I'm like, oh, my God. And then once that started happening, and then. I'll give you one last. One last thing. It was about seven months ago, eight months ago. So, by the way, if you haven't figured this out, being credible means you're always learning, you're always growing, you're always coachable.Stuart Webb [00:28:47]:Right?Mitchell Levy [00:28:49]:About seven, eight months ago, I realized something, and this put everything into perspective. I've known this my entire life. I've been in Silicon Valley, started 20 companies, and sat on the board of a public firm.Mitchell Levy [00:29:01]:And.Mitchell Levy [00:29:01]:And I've known this my whole entire life, but have not ever executed on it until about seven or eight months ago. Sell them what they want, deliver what they need.Stuart Webb [00:29:13]:Yeah, brilliant.Mitchell Levy [00:29:14]:So let me. I'll just finish that. So what's interesting is I ended up spending five and a half years of my life focused on what people need. Clarity and credibility are what people need. It's not what they want. So you sell them something else, but behind the scenes. So I'll make a. I'll make an offer for you.Mitchell Levy [00:29:31]:And listen, there are many people who actually sell clarity, and they could still use the CPOP and what they work. So I do, once a month, I do a clarity session. Have your clients come with your client to one of my clarity sessions. Have them get their CPOP and then do your thing and do your magic, right? And. And it's. It's the. It's the partnership thing that we've been taught not to spend time on and not to focus on. But, you know, if you can bring your client to get a C pop.Mitchell Levy [00:30:03]:And. And then all of a sudden, everything you do from then out in is so much easier. You know, just an offer, if that's interesting here.Mitchell Levy [00:30:12]:Brilliant. Mitchell, I am very aware that there must be a question that you are waiting for that you are begging me to ask, but I haven't yet asked, and I am obviously unable to articulate that question because I don't know what it is. So what's the question you think I should have by now asked? And then clearly you're gonna have to answer it because I haven't yet thought about.Mitchell Levy [00:30:35]:You know, that's always my favorite. That's my favorite question.Mitchell Levy [00:30:39]:It's the one. It's one I like best because I don't have to do any work for that one.Mitchell Levy [00:30:43]:Yeah, you know, I didn't really, given I'm looking at the time, I didn't really have anything. I guess the. Probably the biggest question is it's along the lines of, Mitchell, what you did with Stuart was so simple and so straightforward and so quick. Why is it that Stuart didn't already know that? Or why? Why? If you say you've done this 1200 times and every time they've had the same reaction with Stuart, how come you're not known universally around the world? That would probably be the answer.Mitchell Levy [00:31:30]:And the answer.Mitchell Levy [00:31:32]:I'm still, I'm still grokking. I'm still trying to grok all that.Stuart Webb [00:31:35]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:31:35]:Still trying to figure that out. The, the. A lot of the answers. There are many people who, who focus on clarity and focus on credibility and, and I think ultimately it's the best way I could think about it now. It really is what people need, but not exactly what they want. What I found is that 90% of. Of. Of people, or let's even go down to the C pop level, 98 of people don't know their C pop.Mitchell Levy [00:32:14]:And if you ask them if they have clarity, they're either going to say yes or they're going to say, I don't care, I don't need it. But 98% of people, 98% of the audience has figured out that. That understanding where they're executing their purpose in less than 10 words is not important to them yet. And so it's hard to imagine that you could sit with somebody and they could look at you and they could. They could actually present a summarized version of how you're showing up in the world so quickly. And, you know, there are people who watch us who would think it's staged, that we did it ahead of time.Stuart Webb [00:33:00]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:33:01]:And it's not. So. But the answer, I don't. I don't know exactly. I just know that when I talk to somebody, whether it's a CEO of a large company, if, if you're my client, I'm going to stick with you and you're going to play in your playground.Stuart Webb [00:33:15]:Right.Mitchell Levy [00:33:16]:But if you're somebody who I'm just Sort of giving a gift to or you're. You've paid me to be in my clarity session. The it, it's so easy to get off track. It's so easy to get out of alignment that people often do. And they go, yeah, it was good talking to Mitchell for a period of time, but I didn't do anything with it. Right when and, and what I'll say to you is last week was also, it was a great gift. It's when I advanced a candidacy for the PhD. I also had a woman join me and apparently I had talked to her three years, three years earlier.Mitchell Levy [00:33:56]:And the first words out of my mouth, out of her mouth was, Mitchell, I've been thinking about you for the last three years. Which is one of those things that are really, you know, you know, how do I interpret that? And she goes, I was about ready to enter an extremely difficult chapter of my life. And what you gave me, that C pop was the best gift I've ever received in my life because it allowed me to actually pull myself out of that chapter to focus on my business. And I've served 259 clients over a five year period. Most of those came after year two because that's when you and I spoke. And I am just so honored to have spent time with you. That's an example of somebody who heard it, understood it and used it. And I did.Mitchell Levy [00:34:54]:I challenge anyone. If you get your C pop and I'm someone who supports you or where you could take the formula in the 2% and you can make it work for you, I'm going to encourage you to live it and see what happens. I guarantee that your life will be different.Stuart Webb [00:35:10]:Mitchell, that is a brilliant story to end on. I've got nothing very much else to say. I'm going to ask people if they would just go to this link www.systemize.me subscribe. You need to go to that link because that link is a link to a form which will allow me to send you an email and you will then get an email once a week when we have brilliant guests like Mitchell on. And you can just sit and learn from people like Mitchell because they are worth listening to. Mitchell, you have been an inspiration. I have got some words to add to my LinkedIn profile, but better than that, I've got some living to do now because I have now got a challenge from you to live up to something that you have set down as a standard for me. I cannot believe what you do and you should be world famous and I'm going to try and make it so.Stuart Webb [00:36:05]:Mitchell, thank you so much for spending a few minutes with us. I really appreciate it.Mitchell Levy [00:36:09]:Oh, Stuart, my. My pleasure. I. I look forward to whatever our next conversation and seeing who you are the next time I have a conversation with you.Stuart Webb [00:36:19]:Terrific. Thank you. Mitchell. Mitchell, that. Get full access to It's Not Rocket Science! at thecompleteapproach.substack.com/subscribe

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Indrajit Lahiri, Founder of Foodka & Pickle Solutions Pvt. Ltd: Preserving India's Culinary Stories Through Food Documentation

The Brand Called You

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 23:22

In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Indrajit Lahiri, the founder of Foodka and Pickle Solutions Pvt. Ltd., to unravel the extraordinary journey of a food documentarian who bridges the worlds of IT, entrepreneurship, and Indian culinary storytelling.Indrajit shares insights on his transition from corporate IT to food documentation, why story always comes before food on his channel, and what makes Indian cuisine one of the most varied in the world. Dive into the nuances of regional recipes, disappearing traditions, and the importance of context—plus discover what makes Bengali and Northeastern cuisine so underrated and unique.Whether you're a food lover, aspiring entrepreneur, or cultural explorer, this episode offers wisdom on identity, storytelling, and the challenges facing Indian food today.

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Business Growth By Talking With Your Business – Christine McIver

Inspired Choices ~ Christine McIver, Holographist Coach

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026

Inspired Choices for Business Growth with Christine McIver What if your business has been talking to you… and you've been too busy to listen? This week on Inspired Choices for Business Growth, Christine McIver is diving into a different way of creating success — one that doesn't start with hustle, strategy, or forcing results. Business Growth By Talking With Your Business is about: Developing business ideas by asking instead of pushing Shifting your mindset from “I have to figure this out” to “I can receive guidance” Energetically connecting with the entity of your business and allowing it to contribute to you Creating growth that feels expansive, aligned, and sustainable Your business isn't just a thing you run — it's a living energetic entity that has awareness, insights, and desires of its own. When you start communicating with it, everything changes. If you're ready to stop doing business at your business and start creating with it, this show is for you. Come listen. Come play. Come grow differently. CEO Without Apology Author Christine McIver Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615045 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615045 ~ More About Inspired Choices for Business Growth with Christine McIver ~ Christine McIver is a Business Optimization Expert, Inspirational Speaker, TV & Radio Personality, and the Founder & Owner of Inspired Choices Network, ICN Summits & ICN Publishing. Christine is highly successful at inspiring individuals and businesses to make choices that will bring them increased success, greater joy, self-confidence and remarkable inspiring change. All of which increased the abundance in their lives and businesses. Christine lives her life out loud and is a natural cheerleader. She believes in the abilities of others to change their lives quickly and easily. Christine entices clients to show up more in their life, businesses & relationships than they ever have. She invites them to make all that they once knew was possible, possible. Christine believes that you can be living & loving your life with ease! Her kind, direct and joy filled approach is both comforting and stretching. Christine has impacted thousands of individuals with her enthusiastic message of possibilities. Christine invites all into knowing that all things are possible beyond what is present in your life right now. https://christinemciver.com/ ~ christine@christinemciver.com https://www.facebook.com/InspiredChoicesCA ~ https://www.youtube.com/@InspiredchoicesBusinessGrowth To get more of Inspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIver, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/inspired-choices-for-business-growth-christine-mciver/

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#229 - Engenharia de Gente com Marcello Lacroix e Carlos Hoyos - Podcast Líder De Elite

PLANETA: O Podcast do Líder com Carlos Hoyos

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 49:39

⁠Carlos Hoyos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, business advisor, coach executivo global sênior, membro da ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Forbes Coaches Council⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, CEO/Founder do ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elite Leader Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, bestseller internacional, autor de 8 livros, e host do Podcast Líder de Elite, conversou com Marcello Lacroix sobre Engenharia de Gente — a arte de desenvolver pessoas, sustentar processos que funcionam e elevar o nível de consciência dentro das organizações.Neste episódio, Marcello Lacroix, simplificador de processos e facilitador de mudanças, apresenta uma visão prática e humana: processo bom gera fluidez, e quando existe conflito, ruído ou estresse recorrente, muitas vezes o problema não é “a pessoa” — é a falta de clareza de processo e de propósito. Ele também compartilha um conjunto de 5 perguntas simples para diagnosticar maturidade organizacional (processos existem, estão descritos, estão disponíveis, são usados e funcionam?), além de reflexões sobre responsabilidade, vulnerabilidade e a frase que o norteia: “Conhece-te a ti mesmo.”Pontos Chave: Engenharia de Gente, Pessoas como conteúdo, Propósito-forma-conteúdo, Qualidade de processos, Diagnóstico de processos, Desenvolvimento de equipes, Autoconhecimento, Liderança na prática.Siga o Podcast Líder de Elite para mais conversas transformadoras.#processos #altaperformance #autoconhecimento #gestaodetimes #governança #networking #liderança

AI Is About to Trigger Bitcoin's Next EXPLOSION | Tillman Holloway

The Pomp Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 38:36

Tillman Holloway is the Founder & CEO of Arch Public. In this conversation, we discuss the rise of AI-driven investing and how autonomous agents could reshape portfolio management. We also cover Bitcoin market catalysts, investor behavior during volatility, and how institutions are positioning across crypto and emerging financial products.=======================Join Arch Public this Thursday @ 2pm Et for an exclusive webinar with Anthony, where we will share professional strategies for optimizing your portfolio to outperform current bear market conditions. This session is designed to provide actionable insights into risk management and long-term wealth preservation. Resister here to secure your spot: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DVHBA2Z3QgS5X0l203-78A=======================Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a Figure Crypto-Backed Loan (https://figuremarkets.co/pomp), allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms, 8.91% interest rates, and no prepayment penalties. Or check out Democratized Prime (https://figuremarkets.co/pomp) and earn ~8.5% APY on real world assets, paid hourly. Unlock your crypto's potential today at Figure! https://figuremarkets.co/pomp =======================Simple Mining makes Bitcoin mining simple and accessible for everyone. We offer a premium white glove hosting service, helping you maximize the profitability of Bitcoin mining. For more information on Simple Mining or to get started mining Bitcoin, visit https://www.simplemining.io/pomp=======================Arch Public is an agentic trading platform that automates the buying and selling of your preferred crypto strategies. Sign up today at https://www.archpublic.com and start your automated trading strategy for free. No catch. No hidden fees. Just smarter trading.=======================0:00 - Intro1:03 - Is AI disruption crashing markets?3:28 - What should AI actually automate in business?6:43 - How investors are navigating volatility11:43 - “Agentic investing” — letting AI manage your money16:46 - Hedge funds, algorithms & high-frequency trading21:41 - Crypto derivatives, perps & new financial instruments23:18 - How Arch Public works & consumer investing trends29:45 - What catalyst sends bitcoin back to all-time highs?34:33 - Institutional adoption & Wall Street conviction

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416 | Tad Stoermer | A Resistance History of the United States

The Greatness Machine

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 67:20

What happens when the past starts sounding uncomfortably like the present? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with historian Tad Stoermer to explore the recurring cycle of power, resistance, and transformation in American history. Tad traces his journey from the military and Democratic politics into historical scholarship, explaining why moments of resistance often emerge when authority overreaches. Drawing from his forthcoming book, “A Resistance History of the United States,” releasing June 2, 2026, he connects today's unrest to earlier chapters of the American story. This conversation challenges conventional political thinking and invites listeners to examine current events through a longer historical lens, exploring generational memory, shifting values, and what tends to rise when societies reach a breaking point. In this episode, Darius and Tad will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Tad Stoermer and His Work (02:53) Tad's Journey to Becoming a Historian (05:40) Understanding Resistance in American History (08:33) The Role of Values in Politics (11:40) The Dynamics of Resistance and Authority (14:12) Political Parties and Their Disconnect with Values (17:02) The Need for Change in Political Systems (20:06) The Founders' Vision and Its Flaws (27:08) The Dynamics of American History (32:19) The Evolution of Republics in the U.S. (37:33) Generational Memory and Historical Context (42:42) Youth Perspectives on Power and Authority (47:18) Resistance Dynamics: A Values-Agnostic Framework Tad Stoermer is a public historian and author of “A Resistance History of the United States”. One of the most widely followed public historians in the world, he reaches millions each month with work focused on the American Revolution and the enduring myths that shape American identity. A former U.S. Army Reconnaissance Scout and veteran of a decade in Democratic politics, Stoermer holds a PhD in History from the University of Virginia and is an alumnus of Johns Hopkins and Harvard. He has taught public history at Harvard, held major fellowships at Brown, Yale, and Monticello, and currently serves as a Lecturer at Johns Hopkins, a Visiting Scholar at the University of Southern Denmark, and Film and Digital Media Editor of The Public Historian. He splits his time between Denmark and Cape Cod. Connect with Tad: Website: https://www.tadstoermer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tad.Stoermer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tad.stoermer/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tadstoermer/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Resistance-History-United-States/dp/158642436X Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making sense of February's job numbers.

Conscious Millionaire J V Crum III ~ Business Coaching Now 6 Days a Week

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 27:16

On Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 92,000 in February and unemployment rose from 4.3% to 4.4%. Healthcare, along with leisure and hospitality, accounted for the majority of losses, though the BLS recorded losses in nine of the 14 sectors it tracks. The numbers fell short of economists' expectations, raising concern about the stability of the labor market. Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!Did you know?We've got more offerings than just the Tangle newsletter. The daily email is where you get long-form, deeply considered analysis of the day's big issues. But for up-to-the-minute coverage, breaking news, video clips and snap analysis from our team, you should follow our Instagram and sign up for Subtext. Both are completely free and provide two of the best ways to connect personally with the Tangle staff and community. For even more community engagement, check out our Reddit page. You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Take the survey: What do you think the latest jobs report tells us about the U.S. economy? Let us know.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Ari Weitzman and audio edited and mixed by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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3221 Michael Weber: The Rise of the Chief Automation Officer

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 28:57

Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III. Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, or CEO? Revenues $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout Session...and discover how to break out as an Ultra-Performer who reaches your peak 1% level... SCHEDULE Your Breakout Session Now Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%. Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers. SUBSCRIBE to Conscious Millionaire Show Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

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How HVAC Contractors Can Fix Bookkeeping and Understand Profit Before Going Broke - Ruth King

HVAC Know It All Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 20:23

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with financial expert Ruth King, Founder and CEO of Financially Fit Business and CEO of Business Ventures Corporation. They talk about the importance of understanding your finances as a contractor, especially when you're starting to scale your business. Ruth King is a seasoned business advisor who specializes in helping contractors get their finances in order. With years of experience working with contractors, Ruth has invaluable insights on how to manage cash flow, profitability, and how to structure your books for long-term success. Expect to Learn: - The key differences between accrual and cash basis accounting, and why accrual is critical for contractors. - How to set up clean books and the importance of having the right bookkeeper. - Why it's essential to separate service and install divisions on your P&L as you scale. - How to handle deferred income from maintenance contracts for proper financial reporting. - Tips for managing cash flow, avoiding the common "cash-flow trap" that many contractors face. - Why paying yourself a salary as an employee is a smarter choice than an owner's draw for growing your business. - Key financial ratios, like working capital, and how to use them to assess the health of your business. Episode Breakdown with Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 01:32 – First things Ruth looks for in a contractor's financials 03:22 – Clean books: What does it mean for a contractor? 04:22 – Evaluating a good bookkeeper 05:41 – Upfront billing for maintenance contracts 07:22 – Avoiding "trash in, trash out" in bookkeeping 08:44 – Integrating CRM with QuickBooks 10:19 – Departmentalizing your P&L 11:38 – Owner's draw vs. paying yourself a salary 12:48 – The importance of paying yourself as an employee 14:27 – Key numbers to track on your P&L 15:43 – How to calculate working capital 17:35 – Cash Flow vs. Profitability This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: PartsTown: https://www.partstown.com/hvac-parts Follow our Guest Ruth King: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/ Ruth's Website: https://ruthkinghvac.com/ Company Website: https://financiallyfit.business/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/financially-fit-business/ Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Financially-Fit-Business/100090849001161/ Follow Gary McCreadie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/ Follow Furman Haynes: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/furmanhaynes/ WorkHero: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workherohvac/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workhero__/

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The Morning Five: Wednesday, March 11 -- Is Public Education Relying Too Much on Devices? Also, AI Embraced by U.S. Senate Offices.

Wear We Are

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 10:56

For the Good of the Public brings you news and weekly conversations at the intersection of faith and civic life. Monday through Thursday, The Morning Five starts your day off with scripture and prayer, as we also catch up on the news together. Throughout the year, we air limited series on Fridays to dive deeper into conversations with civic leaders, thinkers, and public servants reimagining public life for the good of the public. Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life. Thanks for listening to The Morning Five! Please subscribe to and rate The Morning Five on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the work of the Center for Christianity and Public Life at www.ccpubliclife.org. Today's scripture: Psalm 25:1-10 (ESV) News sources: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump--03-10-2026?taid=69b0645d56707400011cfa5b&utm_campaign=TrueAnthem&utm_medium=AP&utm_source=Twitter https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/03/10/charles-burton-death-sentence-commuted/ https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/10/us/politics/us-senate-chatgpt-ai-chatbots.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/10/nyregion/students-school-screen-time-parents-concern.html https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2025-12-17/smartphone-ban-dodea-schools-defense-bill-20121089.html Join the conversation and follow us at: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michaelwear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichaelRWear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife and check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tsfnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #prayer #scripture #Iran #War #Alabama #DeathPenalty #AI #chatbots #Screentime #Schools Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Misdiagnosis, The Future Of Psychiatry, And What We Don't Know About Mental Health: With Dr. Marc Lener

The Dr. Psych Mom Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 51:47

Today I have an awesome guest, Dr. Marc Lener, a psychiatrist who I've collaborated with on cases in the past. We have a rollicking conversation covering everything from misdiagnosing bipolar as depression to marijuana and who shouldn't use it to how AI is impacting the future of psychiatry. Highly recommend if you're interested in Black Mirror :) Dr. Lener studied the biological basis of behavior at the University of Pennsylvania, trained in clinical research and psychiatry at Mount Sinai, and continued his clinical research training at the National Institute of Mental Health focused on the brain science of depression. He is Founder of Singula Institute (https://www.singulainstitute.org/), and Founder and CEO of Singula Health, a health technology company developing AI-powered tools to make mental health diagnosis and treatment more precise and personalized.My newest venture, including ALL BRAND NEW POSTS EVERY DAY: https://buymeacoffee.com/drpsychmom/posts⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/drpsychmom/posts⁠Join my awesome Midlife Women's Group here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠drpsychmom.com/mwg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To get over 200 more episodes, most recently "When Pets Make Your Relationship WORSE," subscribe here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/drpsychmomshow/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For my secret Facebook group, the "best money I've ever spent" according to numerous members: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/drpsychmom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For coaching from DPM, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drpsychmom.com/coaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For therapy or coaching, contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bestlifebehavioralhealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Interview with Jeremy Lach, President of Empire Marketing Partners-Scaling to 8-Figure Annuity Production Without Burning Out

Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saunders, MBA

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 26:49

Jeremy has spent more than 20 years in the financial services industry building, scaling, and strengthening distribution channels for independent financial professionals across the country. His career began in retail financial services in 1999, shortly after graduating from St. John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota. He then spent two years with John Hancock Financial, where he built a strong foundation in product knowledge, advisor support, and client strategy.In 2001, Jeremy transitioned into the wholesale channel with American Financial in Minneapolis; a move that shaped the trajectory of my career. Since then, He has dedicated myself to helping independent insurance reps, Advisor Representatives (IARs), RIAs, and Registered Representatives grow their businesses with intention and discipline.In today's IMO world, support often comes *after* they've already proven themselves. Empire was built to change that.Jeremy believes in identifying talent early and backing it immediately, not waiting until production numbers make the decision easy. At Empire Marketing Partners, they support advisors at launch and throughout their growth by being a stable, strategic partner from day one.He is committed to proving that through service, experience, and consistency, they bring more value than anyone else in the space. This isn't transactional. They operate like family, and their actions reflect that commitment every step of the way.Today, Jeremy focused not only on supporting advisors operationally, but also on strengthening his brand and influence within the industry—aligning with like-minded professionals and firms who are committed to growth, excellence, and long-term impact.Learn more: http://www.empiremps.com/Jeremy Lach is the Founder of Empire Marketing Partners, an independent marketing organization (IMO) that supports licensed insurance professionals. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast/interview are for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as individualized investment, tax, or legal advice. Empire Marketing Partners does not provide direct financial planning or investment advisory services to the public. Insurance and annuity products are offered through properly licensed insurance professionals and are subject to state availability, carrier underwriting guidelines, and suitability requirements. Guarantees referenced, if any, are backed solely by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance carrier. Financial professionals and consumers should consult their own qualified advisors regarding their specific situation before making any financial decisions.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-jeremy-lach-president-of-empire-marketing-partners-scaling-to-8-figure-annuity-production-without-burning-out

Lille v Aston Villa: The McGinning Of A Run & A Very Different Lille…

The Villa View Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 23:41

Dan Bardell is with Neil Dunworth to preview the 1st leg of Villa's Europa League last 16 clash with Lille. Villa head to France with their captain set to return. A welcome boost.

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Impact that Scales: NonProfit Leadership with Sharon Elefant

50% with Marcylle Combs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 37:39

Dr. Sharon Elefant, Founder & CEO of The Nonprofit Plug, shares her journey from healthcare administration to nonprofit leadership, emphasizing the importance of management skills for nonprofit success. She discusses the complexities of addressing homelessness and mental health issues. Dr. Elefant also highlights her favorite nonprofit causes and offers valuable resources for those looking to make a difference in their communities.Nonprofit Strategist • Educator • Community AdvocateDr. Sharon R. Elefant is a nationally recognized nonprofit strategist, educator, and community advocate dedicated to helping mission-driven leaders turn bold ideas into sustainable, fundable organizations.As the Founder and CEO of The Nonprofit Plug, Dr. Elefant has supported more than 1,000 nonprofit leaders, helped launch and scale over 500 nonprofit organizations, maintained a 100%IRS approval rate, stewarded over $5 million in nonprofit assets, and supported organizations that have collectively secured more than $15 million in funding. At the core of her work is a simple belief: good intentions deserve strong infrastructure.What The Nonprofit Plug DoesUnder Dr. Elefant's leadership, The Nonprofit Plug provides end-to-end nonprofit support, including:● Nonprofit formation & IRS compliance (501(c)(3), 501(c)(6), and beyond)● Grant strategy, grant writing, and funding pipelines● Donor cultivation, contribution tracking, and fundraising systems● Financial management, bookkeeping, and compliance readiness● Strategic planning, program design, and impact measurement● Board development, governance training, and leadership coaching● Fiscal sponsorship education and alternative impact modelsA Global Perspective on Social ImpactDr. Elefant serves as an international advisor to nonprofits across sectors including housing and homelessness prevention, youth development, mental health access, animal welfare, veteran services, workforce development, financial literacy, and community wellness. Her work spans local grassroots startups to established organizations preparing for multi-year funding and national growth. She is widely respected for her ability to build bridges between nonprofits, funders, and community partners, aligning mission with measurable outcomes and long-term financial health.Educator, Speaker, and MentorIn addition to her consulting work, Dr. Elefant is an adjunct faculty member teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in nonprofit management, health administration, financial management, and program planning. She has facilitated workshops, bootcamps, and training events for hundreds of nonprofit founders and leaders, breaking down complex topics like grants, compliance, and finances into practical, empowering guidance.She is a frequent podcast guest, keynote speaker, and panelist, known for her candid, accessible style and her ability to demystify the nonprofit world while challenging outdated narratives about funding, sustainability, and leadership.Veteran Advocacy & LeadershipPreviously serving as Director of Veteran Outreach & Community Development with Team AMVETS, Dr. Elefant led major partnership and fundraising initiatives, helping double annual donations to nearly $1 million and expand veteran support programming nationwide.Academic & Global ExperienceDr. Elefant holds a Doctorate from Central Michigan University, with academic training in health management and public policy. Her global experience includes setting up rural health clinics in Belize, participating in international public health conferences, and engaging in United Nations seminars abroad. Her doctoral research focused on innovation theory and global systems change, further shaping her strategic lens.Get In Touch With Dr. Sharon Elefant:WEBSITE / SOCIAL :http://www.thenonprofitplug.com/ @thenonprofitplug on most Social platforms.‍ ‍

How Robotics Could Transform Construction

The Tech Trek

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 25:21

Shamoon Siddiqui, CEO and Founder of Human Friendly Robotics, joins The Tech Trek to break down what it really takes to bring robotics into construction. This is not a futuristic thought experiment. It is a grounded conversation about where robots can create value now, why construction has lagged so badly on productivity, and how focused automation could reshape one of the world's biggest industries.At the center of the discussion is Tyler, a tile laying robot built as a practical entry point into construction automation. Shamoon explains why repeatable workflows matter, where human skill still wins, and how robotics can improve speed, safety, and job site economics without needing to look like a science fiction demo.In this episode• Why construction productivity has moved backward while other industries have surged ahead• Why tiling is the right entry point for construction robotics• How Human Friendly Robotics thinks about deployment, rentals, and product iteration• Where robots can reduce hidden job site injuries tied to repetitive strain• Why the long game is much bigger than tile, with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC in sightTimestamped highlights00:35 Why construction is the right market for robotics right now03:56 The bigger shift from humans moving atoms to machines handling more physical work08:29 Why the business model is built around rentals, not one time equipment sales10:24 The wedge strategy today and the larger vision across licensed trades12:12 The overlooked safety problem of repetitive strain in construction20:44 Why useful robots matter more than robots built for flashy demos“Version one is not going to be as good as version five, but if you continue to rent it from us, we can make sure you get version five when it's ready.”Practical takeawayThe smartest automation wedge is not the flashiest one. Start with repetitive, measurable work, prove productivity gains in the real world, and expand from there.Follow The Tech Trek for more conversations on robotics, AI, startups, and the technologies changing how real work gets done.#ConstructionTech #Robotics #Automation #ai #FutureOfWork

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It's Time For An American Apéritif Culture, Say Rue de Rêve Apéritifs Founders, Ep 124.

Sip Sip Hooray Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 43:24

Two friends are crafting a European tradition with a California vibe.We're stepping into that delicious moment before dinner, when the day loosens its tie. We take a breath and we ease into the evening. It's the perfect time for an apéritif. Can America have an apéritif or aperitivo culture just as the French and Italians do? Rue de Rêve Apéritifs founders Jennifer Kimpe and Jeanne-Marie Hebert say, pourquoi pas, perché no or why not? You can sip the classic drinks - bitters like Aperol or Campari, bubbles and botanicals, Vermouth, et cetera - but there's room for a new style of apéritifs, created by our guests today. Jennifer and Jeanne-Marie always say that apéritif isn't something you drink, it's something you do. After three years of research and recipe development, these friends are on their way to realizing their dream of a modern apéritif culture in the U.S.

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Target Talk: Rodney Woods Is Connecting Athletes, Investors, and Founders

Right On Target

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 54:58

Rodney Woods joins Target Talk to share the path that took him from Nashville to chasing a professional basketball career, including earning a tryout with the Dallas Mavericks. He reflects on what the game taught him about discipline, the moment injury forced him to rethink everything, and how his time in law enforcement reshaped the way he approaches pressure, responsibility, and leadership.That journey eventually led him into business, where he founded Diversity in Promotions and later helped launch Playbook Investors Network. Rodney talks about the gaps he kept seeing in supplier diversity, why access to capital remains one of the biggest barriers for founders, and how PIN was built to connect athletes, investors, and entrepreneurs. He also shares what he has learned working alongside Tracy McGrady and what he is focused on building next.Learn more:Playbook Investors Network: https://www.playbookinvestorsnetwork.comDiversity in Promotions: https://diversityinpromotions.com

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Why Relationships Still Win in Mortgage Tech | Kortney Lane-Schafers on MMI, Data, AI & Growth

Fintech Hunting

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 15:05

In this episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, Michael Hammond sits down with Kortney Lane-Schafers of MMI (Mobility Market Intelligence) for a powerful conversation about where the mortgage industry is headed—and what still matters most as technology moves faster than ever.Yes, AI is changing the game.Yes, data is more available than ever.But here's the deeper question:In a market driven by automation, what still creates trust, momentum, and real growth?Kortney shares how MMI One is helping mortgage professionals turn data into action—not just reports, dashboards, or noise, but real business decisions around recruiting, retention, market expansion, customer outreach, and borrower opportunity.This episode goes beyond product talk. It gets to the heart of what many leaders are wrestling with right now:How do you use mortgage data in a way that is actually useful?What role should AI play in relationship-driven industries?How can lenders, servicers, banks, and credit unions better activate their databases?Why do authentic human relationships still outperform transactional selling?What makes an industry experience memorable instead of forgettable?Kortney also shares her perspective on why connection still matters, why the best networking is never just about selling, and how thoughtful experiences can create lasting impact across the mortgage and fintech ecosystem.If you work in mortgage, fintech, lending, servicing, banking, credit unions, proptech, sales, recruiting, or growth strategy, this conversation will give you both practical insight and a meaningful reminder:Technology may accelerate business, but relationships still move it forward.Key takeaways from IMB and why optimism is returning to mortgage in 2026What MMI One is and how it unifies mortgage data, communications, and monitoringHow lenders can use data for market growth, recruiting, retention, and referral developmentWhy actionable data matters more than just having more dataHow mortgage teams can use triggers and insights to deliver the right message at the right timeThe growing role of AI, automation, CRM integration, and credit monitoringWhy live events, networking, and authentic connection still matter in a digital-first worldHow meaningful experiences build stronger business relationships in mortgage and fintechKortney Lane-Schafers is a respected voice in mortgage and fintech, known for her work at MMI, her leadership in building authentic industry relationships, and her ability to connect data, strategy, and people in a way that creates real impact.The mortgage industry does not need more noise.It needs more clarity.More intentionality.And more leaders who understand that the future belongs to the organizations that can blend data, AI, and human connection the right way.If that's the future you're building toward, this episode is for you.Connect with Kortney Lane-Schafers on LinkedInLearn more about MMI: MMI.ioSubscribe to FinTech Hunting for more conversations with the leaders shaping mortgage, fintech, AI, marketing, growth, and the future of financial services.In this episode, we cover:About Kortney Lane-Schafers Why this conversation matters.###Michael Hammond, Founder of NexLevel Advisors, is the leading fractional CMO in mortgage and mortgage technology, specializing in AI-powered growth strategy and audience development.

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Success Is Success Is Growth Through Challenge w/ Alisa Sparks (S03E01)

Success Is _ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 32:26

The first episode of Season 3 is now available to watch.In this conversation, Alisa Sparks, Founder and CEO of Linden Creek, shares how she turned a side-hustle home staging business into a 20-location luxury franchise. Her journey from managing multi-million-dollar defense budgets to building a luxury design brand is a powerful story of vision, courage, and leadership.We talk about what success really means beyond titles and money, and how growth, resilience, and intentional leadership play a role in building something meaningful over time.In this episode we discuss: • Scaling a business from a side hustle to a national brand • Redefining success as a lifelong journey • Leadership and building a purpose-driven company • The courage it takes to pursue a bigger visionIf you're an entrepreneur, leader, or someone looking to redefine success on your own terms, this episode is worth the watch.Connect with Alisa Sparks & Linden Creek:Website: www.linden-creek.comInstagram: @lindencreek_Instagram: @Alisa_Sparks_LinkedIn (Company): www.linkedin.com/company/linden-creekLinkedIn (Alisa Sparks): www.linkedin.com/in/alisasparkslc/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LindenCreekConnect with Phil Portman:Website: https://www.philportman.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philportmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil.portmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportmanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successispodcast

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ROBYNN SMITH - Professor Emeritus and Founder of "Print Day in May" - It's Free and Everyone is Invited So Join Us on May 2, 2026 - Ep. 275

Rick Flynn Presents

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 53:54

Appearing on the Rick Flynn Presents podcast, in promotion of the global celebration and event known as "Print Day in May", which she founded, is artist and professor Robynn Smith. Robynn is an internationally exhibiting painter and printmaker and Professor Emerita at Monterey Peninsula College in California.Print Day in May®, an annual international celebration of printmaking involving participants from all 50 US states and over 70 countries world wide, www.printdayinmay.com.Everyone is invited to participate and you do NOT have to be an artist to join with us in the totally free international celebratory event which is always held yearly on the first Saturday of May every year. Listen to Robynn right now on Rick Flynn's podcast and she'll tell you all about it and contact her at her website listed above.

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Sophie Shah, Founder of Chronically Me: Empowering Patient Advocacy & Healthcare Innovation at 16

The Brand Called You

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 19:16

In this inspiring conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Sophie Shah, the 16-year-old founder of Chronically Me. Sophie is a speaker, researcher, and patient advocate whose work spans healthcare innovation and global equity.She shares her personal journey with chronic illness, the challenges of navigating an often isolating healthcare system, and how she transformed her experiences into a platform that empowers thousands of patients worldwide.Discover how Sophie built a distributed ambassador network across five continents, developed a patient-centric health app, and continues to champion health equity. She also shares valuable lessons on leadership, scaling impact, and staying true to one's mission.In addition, Sophie offers practical advice for young people who want to turn their lived experiences into meaningful systemic change.Don't miss this thought-provoking episode filled with leadership insights and real-world impact.

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Cultivating Presence, Courtesy & Command: Leadership Insights from Keenan L. McBride, Founder of VX Culture & Author

The Brand Called You

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 24:34

Join us for a transformative conversation with Keenan L. McBride, author of VIRX-LEONATUS and Founder of Virx-Leonatus (VX) Culture. Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, this episode explores Keenan's 30-year leadership journey, the profound influence of his father, and the principles behind the VX Culture philosophy.Discover why discipline, empathy, presence, and courtesy are not merely “soft skills” but powerful strategic advantages in business and life.Keenan explains the five pillars of the VX philosophy, the leadership lessons inspired by the lion, and why true authority is defined by quiet command rather than loud dominance.Whether you are a leader, aspiring leader, or someone rethinking organizational culture, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.The shift from operations to strategic leadershipLessons from overcoming early career challengesHow personal presence and image shape leadershipThe strategic value of courtesy and empathyBuilding organizational culture through the VX philosophyIn this episode:Practical ways to develop confident, authentic leadership

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Spartan Race Founder Joe De Sena's Biggest Lessons Growing a $100M Empire

The Tony Robbins Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 32:06

In Part 1 of this Business Mastery 2026 conversation, Tony Robbins sits down with Joe De Sena, Founder & CEO of Spartan, the global endurance brand that's pushed millions of people to test their limits across 40+ countries, to unpack the mindset, resilience, and decision-making required to build a global business from the ground up. Joe shares how nearly losing everything during the pandemic reshaped his leadership, why "fire, ready, aim" beats waiting for the perfect plan, and how deliberately choosing discomfort builds the mental toughness required to lead at scale. Together, Tony and Joe explore why most people quit before they ever begin, how to iterate your offer until the market responds, and why mission-driven leadership outperforms motivation when the pressure is on. This is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders — and for anyone who wants to build something meaningful without waiting for ideal conditions! *Want to experience transformational growth for your own business? Join Business Mastery, happening virtually and in person from August 12–16, 2026, to learn directly from Tony Robbins and world-class faculty. *Secure your spot to Business Mastery here: https://tonyr.co/4cB5IkU

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The 20 Percent Rule Every Founder Should Know with Noah Rosenfarb

The Proven Entrepreneur

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 17:18

What if the wealth you imagine for your future could start taking shape long before you sell your company?In this conversation, host Don Williams sits down with Noah Rosenfarb, a third‑generation CPA, entrepreneur, and founder of WealthThrive, to explore the practical and often overlooked decisions that help founders keep more of what they earn. Noah joins from Paris while spending a year abroad with his family, a real‑life example of designing a business that supports freedom rather than controls it. Listeners will hear how Noah went from building a family office for divorced women to creating a specialized tax strategy firm for seven and eight figure entrepreneurs. He explains why most business owners unknowingly operate without a real tax plan, and how simple yearly planning can prevent the shock of surprise tax bills. He breaks down his well known 20 Percent Rule, teaching founders how to build income streams before selling so they enter their exit with confidence, not uncertainty. Noah also shares stories that reveal the mindset behind wealth, including the moment a large boat taught him how to enjoy the rewards of disciplined saving without guilt. He discusses the role teams play in creating freedom, how he traveled for a year while his company ran smoothly, and why many entrepreneurs remain stuck because they never let their people lead. The episode ends with a thoughtful look at legacy, storytelling, and what it really means to live rich beyond money. What You Will LearnHow most founders unintentionally overpay on taxes: Noah explains why accountants often say there is nothing you can do, and what real tax strategy looks like for high earners. The 20 Percent Rule for life after an exit: A simple exercise that helps you build financial independence before leaving your business. Why founders must build teams that allow them to step away: Noah's year of travel reveals the power of the right visionary integrator balance and the danger of staying stuck in the E‑Myth cycle. The emotional side of wealth: From boat expenses to Miami Heat playoff tickets, Noah shares how he learned to enjoy wealth after a lifetime of disciplined saving. What legacy truly looks like: Why Noah documents his life for his children and how stories shape the next generation's relationship with money.Perfect For Listeners Who Are:✔️ Founders planning an exit✔️ High earning entrepreneurs who want to reduce taxes✔️ Leaders seeking more freedom and better team structure✔️ Professionals wanting to build a life that matches their values✔️ Anyone curious about money, mindset, and long term wealthListen If You Want To:Keep more of what you earnBuild financial independence earlierCreate a business that supports your lifeFind clarity around your relationship with moneyLearn simple, practical steps to build long lasting wealth

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The Mindset That Builds Lasting Wealth and Influence

The Playbook

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 13:49

In today's episode, I sit down with Danny Cortenraude, Founder and Managing Partner of InStudio Ventures, and NFL quarterback Jameis Winston of the New York Giants. We talk about what it really takes for athletes to transition from the locker room to the boardroom, and why humility is the ultimate competitive advantage. Jameis shares how faith, stewardship, and disciplined planning shape his approach to wealth across family, health, and finance, while Danny explains what he looks for when partnering with elite athletes in venture capital. Together, we explore mentorship, long-term impact, and building influence that extends far beyond a championship ring or a billion-dollar exit.

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Brand Building: The conversation covers beauty standards, entrepreneurship, their journey from a one-page blog to media entrepreneurs.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 28:24 Transcription Available

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Latrisha McIntosh and LaTasha Taylor. Founders of BSM Media Group and the award‑winning BSM Magazine. The conversation covers beauty standards, entrepreneurship, their journey from a one-page blog during the recession to becoming media entrepreneurs, the highs and lows of their career, their spiritual grounding, their historic interview with Oprah Winfrey, and their mission to create dignified, uplifting media. Purpose of the Interview The interview serves to: ⭐ Highlight the twins’ entrepreneurial journey How they built BSM Magazine and BSM Media Group from scratch during the 2008 recession. ⭐ Discuss their philosophy on beauty, representation, and purpose They emphasize inner beauty, authenticity, and rejecting societal pressure—values that shape their platform and interviews. ⭐ Inspire entrepreneurs Through transparency about lows (being undervalued) and highs (interviewing Oprah), they demonstrate resilience, faith, and consistency. ⭐ Showcase their impact Including discovering rising talent early (e.g., Tabitha Brown), providing media opportunities, and evolving into producers, writers, and content creators. Key Takeaways 1. The Origin of BSM Magazine Started as a one‑page business blog during the 2008 recession to serve rising entrepreneurs. They credit the magazine’s creation as “something that God gave us.” Their natural creativity as twins carried over from childhood. 2. Inner Beauty and Authenticity They define beauty as inner strength, confidence, and embracing the way God created you. Social media culture magnifies appearance, but they insist “outer beauty must align with inner beauty.” 3. Sustaining Success Their differentiation comes from focusing on: Quality content Spotlighting overlooked talent Doing things mainstream outlets often ignore They interviewed Tabitha Brown before she became widely known and gave actress Essence Atkins her first magazine cover. 4. Challenges and Low Points Being undervalued and overlooked in the media industry. Being judged by numbers or pushed to the back of the line. Yet, they emphasize:“That ‘no’ comes back around … bigger and better.” 5. High Points Their divine‑timed interview with Oprah in April 2018: They put Oprah on a vision board in January. LaTasha tweeted her daily for six months. Oprah unexpectedly turned around on the red carpet and approached them for an interview.This became a milestone moment in their career. 6. Operating a Media Company as Twins They learned to respect each other’s strengths: LaTasha: writing, articles, layouts Latrisha: creative direction and balance Their partnership is spiritually rooted and purpose-driven. 7. Expanding Beyond a Magazine The magazine now lives under BSM Media Group, which produces: Celebrity content Corporate and government media The Twins a Media Show They evolved into scriptwriters, producers, and consultants. 8. Longevity Comes From Quality They prioritize: Clean, dignified media Positive storytelling Production standards They tell entrepreneurs not to focus on numbers—focus on quality, and longevity will follow. Notable Quotes On Beauty “Inner beauty has such a powerful way of allowing us to be our true selves.” “Embrace your eyes, your nose, your hips—all the way God made you.” “Imagine if everybody operated in their own lane. That signifies beauty at its highest level.” On Entrepreneurship “We realized we were in the business of seeing people—because we were the underdogs.” “Don’t worry about your numbers. Quality will always stand.” “Sometimes your visions are crazy, and they don’t make sense to people—but believe anyway.” On Overcoming Doubt “A low point is being undervalued—but God has a sense of humor. That ‘no’ comes back around.” “We’ve heard it all. You need layers of skin to accept when someone thinks you're not good enough.” On Their Oprah Moment “She turned around, walked past everyone, and came straight to us.” “Nobody but God—and a little effort from Tasha!” On Partnership “God made us twins for a reason. I couldn’t do this journey without her.” “Working in business taught me more about my sister than growing up together ever did.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brand Building: Her goal is to grow her African brand globally and showcase the richness of African resources.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 31:07 Transcription Available

Brand Building: Her goal is to grow her African brand globally and showcase the richness of African resources.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 31:07 Transcription Available

Brand Building: The conversation covers beauty standards, entrepreneurship, their journey from a one-page blog to media entrepreneurs.

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 28:24 Transcription Available

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Latrisha McIntosh and LaTasha Taylor. Founders of BSM Media Group and the award‑winning BSM Magazine. The conversation covers beauty standards, entrepreneurship, their journey from a one-page blog during the recession to becoming media entrepreneurs, the highs and lows of their career, their spiritual grounding, their historic interview with Oprah Winfrey, and their mission to create dignified, uplifting media. Purpose of the Interview The interview serves to: ⭐ Highlight the twins’ entrepreneurial journey How they built BSM Magazine and BSM Media Group from scratch during the 2008 recession. ⭐ Discuss their philosophy on beauty, representation, and purpose They emphasize inner beauty, authenticity, and rejecting societal pressure—values that shape their platform and interviews. ⭐ Inspire entrepreneurs Through transparency about lows (being undervalued) and highs (interviewing Oprah), they demonstrate resilience, faith, and consistency. ⭐ Showcase their impact Including discovering rising talent early (e.g., Tabitha Brown), providing media opportunities, and evolving into producers, writers, and content creators. Key Takeaways 1. The Origin of BSM Magazine Started as a one‑page business blog during the 2008 recession to serve rising entrepreneurs. They credit the magazine’s creation as “something that God gave us.” Their natural creativity as twins carried over from childhood. 2. Inner Beauty and Authenticity They define beauty as inner strength, confidence, and embracing the way God created you. Social media culture magnifies appearance, but they insist “outer beauty must align with inner beauty.” 3. Sustaining Success Their differentiation comes from focusing on: Quality content Spotlighting overlooked talent Doing things mainstream outlets often ignore They interviewed Tabitha Brown before she became widely known and gave actress Essence Atkins her first magazine cover. 4. Challenges and Low Points Being undervalued and overlooked in the media industry. Being judged by numbers or pushed to the back of the line. Yet, they emphasize:“That ‘no’ comes back around … bigger and better.” 5. High Points Their divine‑timed interview with Oprah in April 2018: They put Oprah on a vision board in January. LaTasha tweeted her daily for six months. Oprah unexpectedly turned around on the red carpet and approached them for an interview.This became a milestone moment in their career. 6. Operating a Media Company as Twins They learned to respect each other’s strengths: LaTasha: writing, articles, layouts Latrisha: creative direction and balance Their partnership is spiritually rooted and purpose-driven. 7. Expanding Beyond a Magazine The magazine now lives under BSM Media Group, which produces: Celebrity content Corporate and government media The Twins a Media Show They evolved into scriptwriters, producers, and consultants. 8. Longevity Comes From Quality They prioritize: Clean, dignified media Positive storytelling Production standards They tell entrepreneurs not to focus on numbers—focus on quality, and longevity will follow. Notable Quotes On Beauty “Inner beauty has such a powerful way of allowing us to be our true selves.” “Embrace your eyes, your nose, your hips—all the way God made you.” “Imagine if everybody operated in their own lane. That signifies beauty at its highest level.” On Entrepreneurship “We realized we were in the business of seeing people—because we were the underdogs.” “Don’t worry about your numbers. Quality will always stand.” “Sometimes your visions are crazy, and they don’t make sense to people—but believe anyway.” On Overcoming Doubt “A low point is being undervalued—but God has a sense of humor. That ‘no’ comes back around.” “We’ve heard it all. You need layers of skin to accept when someone thinks you're not good enough.” On Their Oprah Moment “She turned around, walked past everyone, and came straight to us.” “Nobody but God—and a little effort from Tasha!” On Partnership “God made us twins for a reason. I couldn’t do this journey without her.” “Working in business taught me more about my sister than growing up together ever did.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bits + Bips: Why This U.S. General Believes Iran Could Be a Huge Opportunity

Unchained

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 54:29

A U.S. Army Major-General on what markets got wrong about Iran, whether the Strait was ever really at risk, and what the new U.S. strike doctrine signals to China. --- Bits + Bips is spreading its wings Starting soon, new episodes will only be published on our brand‑new feeds. Here's what you need to do: Click the links below. ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ Smash Follow or Subscribe.

Leadership, Governance, and the Decisions That Shape Organizations Feat. Ed Gillcrist

Tuesday Tea with Sweet D

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 58:38

Send a textIn this episode of Tuesday Tea, Dominica sits down for a thoughtful conversation with Shackleton group Founder, Ed Gillcrist, about leadership, governance, and what really happens inside organizations once strategy meets reality. Many organizations spend enormous energy building plans, structures, and org charts. But as companies grow and decisions become more complex, the way things actually operate often looks very different from what is written on paper.This conversation explores where leadership, governance, and execution intersect- and what leaders need to understand when decision-making becomes distributed across teams, systems, and increasingly, intelligent technologies.Together, they discuss:• Why organizational charts rarely reflect how decisions are truly made • The difference between leadership, management, and governance • How execution breaks down even in highly capable organizations • What leaders often miss when responsibility becomes unclear • Why thoughtful governance is becoming more important in the age of AIAs technology accelerates and organizations adopt more automated tools and data-driven systems, the question of who ultimately owns decisions becomes more important than ever.This episode is a conversation about responsibility, stewardship, and the evolving role of leadership in complex organizations.Connect with Ed: LinkedInShackleton group If you've been following Dominica's recent exploration into AI governance and leadership in the age of intelligent systems, this discussion offers valuable perspective.Continue the ConversationDominica is also writing about these topics in more depth on Substack.You can join the conversation at: The Governance Era Support the showConnect with Dominica: https://www.instagram.com/dominicalumazar/Interested in being a guest on the show? https://sweetdmarketing.com/tuesday-tea-podcast/This episode is sponsored by Rhythm & Roast Coffee Co. At Rhythm & Roast, coffee is more than a drink—it's a vibe, a connection, a rhythm that brings people together. We blend exceptional coffee with the spirit of the arts to create something truly meaningful. Every sip supports artists, celebrates music, and fosters real connections. With every purchase, you're making an impact by empowering young minds and uplifting communities through the arts. Together, let's brew inspiration, one cup at a time.

War with Iran escalates.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 26:26

Tuesday marks 11 days since the United States and Israel launched joint attacks against the Iranian government and security forces, with several significant developments over the weekend. Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!Two new interviews.We have two new interviews out this week for your listening pleasure. In the first, Managing Editor Ari Weitzman speaks to Tyler Austin Harper, a staff writer at The Atlantic. After Associate Editor Audrey Moorehead's exploration into literacy on Friday, the conversation is timely — Tyler and Ari discuss funding for the humanities and what role universities should play in the future of education. You can listen here. In the second interview, Senior Editor Will Kaback talks with the author and cultural critic Thomas Chatterton Williams about his new book, Summer of Our Discontent, which explores the social and political changes that followed from the nationwide protests in the summer of 2020. You can listen here.You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Take the survey: What do you think of U.S. military actions in Iran? Let us know.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Isaac Saul and audio edited and mixed by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PREVIEW: SPECIAL EDITION - Ari Weitzman interviews staff writer from The Atlantic Tyler Austin Harper about the Mellon Foundation and higher education.