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Reaching 1,000 podcast episodes is one of those milestones that feels impossible when you're recording episode one. Yet here we are — one thousand conversations, one thousand opportunities to learn, one thousand chances to help someone become a little better than they were yesterday. When Rob started Building Better Developers nearly a decade ago, the goal wasn't to build a massive content platform or chase download numbers. It was simpler than that: help developers grow, build better careers, work more effectively, and never stop learning. The Power of Small Improvements One theme we've returned to again and again is that meaningful growth rarely comes from a single breakthrough. It comes from consistency — a better habit, a better conversation, a better question, a better decision. The same philosophy that helps developers improve their craft is what got us to 1,000 episodes. Not because we had a master plan. Not because we knew exactly where this would go. But because week after week, episode after episode, we showed up and shared what we were learning. The same way great software gets built: one iteration at a time. More Than Just a Podcast Over the years, Building Better Developers has grown into articles, videos, interviews, challenges, and a community of people who genuinely care about getting better at what they do. We've covered software architecture and Agile practices, leadership and career growth, AI, entrepreneurship, burnout, communication, and team dynamics. Languages have evolved. Frameworks have come and gone. Entire development ecosystems have appeared almost overnight. But one thing has stayed constant: the need for developers willing to learn. Tools change. Technology changes. The ability to think, adapt, communicate, and grow never goes out of style. Thank You for Being Part of the Journey Whether this is your first episode or you've somehow been here for all 1,000 — thank you. For listening, for sharing episodes with coworkers and friends, for the emails and feedback, and for challenging us to think differently. Building Better Developers has always been a conversation, not a broadcast. Every message and discussion has helped shape what we cover and where we go. This milestone belongs as much to our listeners as it does to us. The Next 1,000 If there's one thing a thousand episodes has taught us, it's that there is always more to learn. AI is reshaping how we build software. Teams are adapting. Developers are finding new ways to create value. The future will look different from the past decade — but our mission stays the same. Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep helping developers build better careers and better lives. Here's to the next milestone. And as always — keep building better. Stay Connected: Join the Developreneur Community

What if ambition is not the problem—but the way we fuel it is? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick speaks with Janine Mathó, author of "Live Your Opus", about the Opus Way: a framework designed to help high achievers build healthy, meaningful careers without lowering their ambition. Janine challenges the old tradeoff between success and sustainability. Her message is clear. You do not need less ambition. You need the energy, systems, and self-awareness to support it. Her work helps leaders understand how they operate under pressure. It gives them practical language for stress, change, burnout, and performance. It also helps teams see where energy is being spent, where it is being drained, and how leadership behavior shapes culture. Janine also shares how her tools are evolving from individual development into organizational capability. Her diagnostics, change continuum, and Opus 8 energy framework help leaders identify what is happening beneath the surface. Why decisions stall. Why teams struggle. Why people overextend. And why performance cannot scale when energy is ignored. Peter and Janine explore what it takes to turn thought leadership into a business model. The book serves the individual. The advisory work targets the top of the house. The bigger opportunity is helping organizations build internal capacity, embed the frameworks, and eventually use the work without Janine in every room. This conversation is about more than well-being. It is about leadership strategy. It is about sustainable ambition. And it is about creating tools that help people perform under pressure without losing themselves in the process. Three Key Takeaways: • Ambition needs energy to sustain it. The episode reframes burnout not as a reason to lower goals, but as a signal that energy, pressure, and performance need to be managed differently. • Leaders need shared language for change and stress. Frameworks like the change continuum and energy archetypes help teams talk clearly about pressure, resistance, overextension, and how people respond differently to change. • Well-being is not separate from leadership strategy. Sustainable performance requires systems, tools, and leadership behaviors that build capacity across the organization—not just individual self-care. If this conversation about sustainable ambition, leadership energy, and building capacity under pressure resonated with you, check out our episode with Cassie Solomon. Cassie's work also lives at the intersection of change, leadership, and organizational performance—helping leaders understand why transformation stalls and what it takes to move people forward. Listen in to hear a complementary perspective on how organizations can build the systems, behaviors, and capabilities needed to make change stick.

Service frameworks are a powerful yet often overlooked tool that can fundamentally change how teams understand, collaborate, and achieve outcomes.In this episode of BA Brew, Jonathan Hunsley from AssistKD is joined by Chris Pyatt and Victoria Banner to discuss how service frameworks help business analysts, business architects and service designers clarify their value, improve collaboration and navigate complex organisational change ecosystems.The discussion covers:What a service framework actually is – and how it defines the value a role deliversWhy business analysis, architecture and service design overlap more than we thinkHow frameworks create clarity on roles, responsibilities and boundariesThe role they play in reducing confusion, conflict and duplication across teamsHow they support career growth, capability building and even recruitment decisionsPractical advice on getting started – and why you don't need to build everything at onceWhether you are a business analyst, business architect, service designer or other digital change professional, this episode offers practical advice for improving conversations and outcomes.EXPLORE ASSISTKD TRAININGAssistKD offers Business Analysis and Service Design training online, in person and through eLearning, with over 30 years' experience in professional development.Relevant courses for this episode:BCS Business Analysis Practice - https://www.assistkd.com/courses/business-analysis-diploma-courses/bcs-certificate-business-analysis-practiceBCS Business Architecture - https://www.assistkd.com/courses/architecture-courses/bcs-certificate-business-architectureA4Q Business Service Design - https://www.assistkd.com/courses/service-design-courses/a4q-certificate-business-service-designWATCH THIS EPISODEWatch all episodes of the BA Brew on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxdeXIxtEOU&list=PLEvIolukjrawamafeBkNM3pELcNqVrPN6

What if the real reason your 2026 goals feel flat… is because you set them from fear instead of truth?In this raw, unfiltered Founder's Rant, Dawn Andrews gets deeply honest about something she's been scared to say out loud, both politically and professionally. This episode isn't about politics, it's about power. It's about what happens when you hide your voice, and how playing small infects everything you create. If you've ever watered yourself down to stay safe, this episode is your wake-up call. The goals you set from fear build a business that requires you to keep hiding. Dawn's not doing that anymore and she's inviting you to stop, too.What You'll Learn:Who you're being creates everything. Leading from fear teaches fear. Leading from possibility multiplies it.Stop waiting to be "ready." You don't need all the answers. You need to decide who you're going to be.Truth over safety. Goals set from your whole self create businesses that move you, not just revenue.Playing small is contagious. When you hide, your clients and community feel it.This is your moment. January 1st isn't just a calendar reset, it's a chance to choose differently.Ready to stop hiding in 2026? Join the AI for Founders Community and tell Dawn:What are you choosing to stop hiding this year?Join the LinkedIn Community HereResources & LinksReady to stop hiding in 2026? Join the AI for Founders Community and tell Dawn: What are you choosing to stop hiding this year?Join the LinkedIn Community HereFree Guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderRelated Episodes101 | Stop Asking Permission to Lead, Just Lead!Stop waiting for permission. Claim your power and start leading like the CEO your business actually needs.079 | Your Attachment to the Founder Struggle is ExpensiveLearn how to ditch the burnout-inducing “founder martyr” mindset and replace it with smart, sustainable systems that free up your time and energy.075 | Drop the act: Why transparent Leaders Build Stronger TeamsUncover the hidden cost of performative leadership and how showing up real, not polished, is your actual power move.Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Most marketers think great creative comes from better talent. Karen Pearce made a different case.In this Post Pod discussion, Marc and Vassilis reflect on their conversation with Karen Pearce, Partner at Rethink and one of the leaders behind some of the most awarded creative work in the world.The discussion explores why creativity often dies inside organizations before it ever reaches the market, how criticism can become a cultural trap, and why the best creative teams focus on finding sparks rather than flaws.They unpack Rethink's CRAFTS framework, the importance of psychological safety, the role of strong client-agency relationships, and why great ideas should start with human truths rather than channels.If you've ever wondered why some organizations consistently produce breakthrough work while others struggle to move beyond safe ideas, this conversation is for you.In this episode:Why creativity shouldn't feel scaryThe danger of rewarding criticism over contributionHow Rethink's CRAFTS framework shapes better ideasWhy relationships matter more than process aloneThe importance of psychological safety in creative teamsWhy ideas should come before channelsThe hidden systems behind award-winning creative workChapters00:00 - Introduction01:42 - Rethinking Marketing Culture04:21 - The Role of Creativity in Marketing06:58 - The Importance of Effective Creative09:53 - Expanding Creative Horizons11:33 - The Value of Independence in Agencies13:39 - Building Strong Client Relationships16:40 - Harnessing Human Truths for Creativity19:24 - Frameworks for Creative Success22:30 The Significance of Briefs in Marketing24:46 Consistency and Success in Creative Work

At Infosecurity Europe 2026 in London, Matt Ellison, Director of Sales Engineering EMEA & APAC at Corelight, joins Sean Martin to unpack the visibility gap widening across security operations. The SOC is either drowning in data or missing the data that matters most. Corelight, custodian of the open-source Zeek project, builds a platform that turns raw network traffic into evidence teams can actually use. Why do today's most evasive attacks slip past endpoint detection? Because they are designed to. Ellison points to typhoon-style campaigns staged from network and hardware devices specifically to avoid EDR. When a platform sees all of the network traffic moving backwards and forwards, those moves stop being invisible. Seeing more is only half the battle. Ellison describes teams trapped by a fear of missing something, switching on every "just in case" detection until alert volume becomes its own crisis. The real question shifts from "what fired" to "what does this actually mean for my environment." How do you investigate a detection you cannot see inside? A black box hands down a verdict with no evidence behind it. Corelight takes an open approach, exposing the data behind every conclusion so analysts can follow a flow to its root cause and apply the one thing no vendor ships: their own knowledge of the network. The proof tends to show up fast. Ellison recalls a proof of value where, within thirty minutes, the team surfaced sensitive information moving unencrypted across the network. Other finds are smaller but telling, like a finance team's certificate using a weak cipher. Corelight even names its catch-all logs plainly, the "weird" log and the "unknown" log. Visibility feeds compliance too. Frameworks like NIS2, DORA, and GDPR demand evidence, not a tool humming in the corner that no one reviews. Ellison previews a coming release that adds asset classification, identifying every device on the network and explaining the why behind it. This is a Brand Spotlight. A Brand Spotlight is a ~15 minute conversation designed to explore the guest, their company, and what makes their approach unique. Learn more: https://www.studioc60.com/creation#spotlight GUESTMatt Ellison, Director of Sales Engineering EMEA & APAC, Corelight LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewrellison/ RESOURCES Learn more about Corelight, including customer stories: https://corelight.com Zeek, the open-source NDR project Corelight maintains: https://zeek.org Infosecurity Europe 2026 coverage from ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/infosecurity-europe-2026-infosec-london-cybersecurity-event-coverage Are you interested in telling your story? ▶︎ Full Length Brand Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#full ▶︎ Brand Spotlight Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#spotlight ▶︎ Brand Highlight Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#highlight ▶︎ Get your own Brand Briefing at an upcoming event: https://www.studioc60.com/buy-brand-briefings KEYWORDS Matt Ellison, Corelight, Sean Martin, brand story, brand marketing, marketing podcast, brand spotlight, network detection and response, NDR, Zeek, open source security, network visibility, threat hunting, SOC alert fatigue, EDR evasion, encrypted traffic analysis, NIS2, DORA, GDPR, Infosecurity Europe 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Patrick discusses what it means to build an empowered career & explore creative career portfolios with Jean Hsu (VP of Engineering @ Range) and Cate Huston (author of The Engineering Leader and fractional CTO @ Twill). Both share their unique engineering leadership journeys & how they built creative career paths through exploration & finding room for optionality. We dissect the identity crisis that eng leaders face – whether they are ICs or managers – and how to navigate the tension between individual & team productivity, especially taking into consideration AI. Lastly, Jean and Cate share insights on letting go of societal norms, unique ways to expand your work, taking on bets, and incorporating your values into your career.   ABOUT JEAN HSU Jean is a builder, writer, coach, and fractional VPE at Circuit & Chisel. She was previously in leadership roles at Pulse, Medium, and Range, and also built out a leadership development company focused on engineers. She lives in Berkeley with her partner and three kids.   ABOUT CATE HUSTON Cate is the author of The Engineering Leader, fractional CTO at Twill, and engineering leadership coach. She was previously in leadership roles at DuckDuckGo and Automattic, and an advisor at Glowforge. She has been all over the world, but now lives in Ireland.   Check out DRI Your Career today and use promo code “ELCPODCAST” for 15% off any of Cate and Jean's three courses!   SHOW NOTES: What it means for creative career paths to become the norm (1:42) Navigating the tension between individual vs. team productivity (3:34) What an empowered career looked like in Jean's leadership journey (5:00) Cate's decision to craft her own career narrative (10:46) Redefining work-life balance (12:54) How to cultivate time to explore future projects & create room for optionality (15:59) Why it can be challenging to find the space / time to experiment (19:17) Let go of “societal shoulds” (23:37) Frameworks for building out your career portfolio (28:43) Unique ways to expand the type of work you can perform (30:23) Using AI tools to help orient your career & incorporate your values (34:35) Thinking about your career portfolio as bets (40:14) Final thoughts on what it means to build an empowered career (44:47) Rapid fire questions (46:13)   This episode wouldn't have been possible without the help of our incredible production team: Patrick Gallagher - Producer & Co-Host Jerry Li - Co-Host Noah Olberding - Associate Producer, Audio & Video Editor https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-olberding/ Dan Overheim - Audio Engineer, Dan's also an avid 3D printer - https://www.bnd3d.com/ Ellie Coggins Angus - Copywriter, Check out her other work at https://elliecoggins.com/about/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Parlor Room Presents: Hello AI, host and Harvard Business School Online Creative Director Chris Linnane speaks with HBS Professor Felix Oberholzer-Gee about AI's impact on productivity, jobs, and competitive advantage. He explains how organizations can use AI to create lasting value, why human judgment remains essential, and what the future of work may look like in an AI-powered economy. GUEST Felix Oberholzer-Gee, Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration RESOURCES Learn more from Oberholzer-Gee in the HBS Online credential, Core Business Essentials And the HBS Online course, Business Strategy Catch up on previous episodes of The Parlor Room, featuring Oberholzer-Gee: Felix Oberholzer-Gee on the Frameworks of Business Strategy

Are you scaling the wrong thing... successfully?If your 2025 planning feels heavy, misaligned, or nonexistent, it's not because you're lazy. It's because you're still using a corporate operating system for a boutique business. In this episode, Dawn Andrews drops the velvet boot of truth to show you why most female founders sabotage their year-end planning and how AI can help you get radically honest, strategic, and aligned.Download The Feedback Fix   because planning means nothing if your team can't run with the ball. Get the free guide to giving feedback that actually lands and drives accountability. Key TakeawaysStop planning like you have a CFO — Your three-person team doesn't need quarterly OKRs and a content calendar that takes 30 people to execute.AI is your honesty coach — Use it to uncover revenue patterns, energy drains, and strategic misalignment.Only 3 things matter: What made money, did you enjoy it, and did it make a difference?Decisions create constraints — It's not about setting goals, it's about choosing what you'll stop, amplify, and build.Your dream business won't come from a LinkedIn-optimized strategy. It comes from truth, clarity, and alignment.Resources & Links:Freebie: The Feedback FixJoin the Community: AI for Founders Free GroupRelated Episodes:110 | 3 Custom GPTs That Save Female Founders 16 Hours a Week102 | 3 SOPs Every Founder Should Build in 30 Minutes (Using AI)Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

In this solo episode, Kelly explores one of the most overlooked assets in personal branding: your intellectual property. If you've spent years building expertise, solving problems, and guiding people through transformation, there's a good chance you're sitting on valuable frameworks, methodologies and ideas that could be creating far greater impact and income.Kelly shares how she transformed her own expertise into named frameworks, a bestselling book, keynote presentations and a certification programme. You'll learn how to identify your unique intellectual property, package your expertise into memorable frameworks, and create assets that build authority, legacy and scalable revenue.If you've ever wondered how to stand out in a crowded market, become known for your thinking, and stop trading time for money, this episode is essential listening.What You'll Learn in This Episode• What intellectual property really means for personal brands• Why expertise without structure is difficult to scale• How to identify frameworks you already use naturally• The difference between knowledge and intellectual property• Why naming your ideas increases authority and recognition • The three types of intellectual property every expert should develop • How frameworks can become books, keynotes, certifications and revenue streams • Practical exercises to uncover and develop your own IPKey TakeawaysYour expertise becomes valuable when it becomes teachable. Frameworks turn knowledge into something others can understand, remember and apply.Naming your thinking creates ownership. When you give a concept a name, it becomes distinct, recognisable and associated with you.Frameworks already exist in your business. Most experts are already using frameworks without realising it. The opportunity lies in identifying and formalising them.Authority comes from your language and perspective. Your unique lens on the world is often more valuable than your process.Intellectual property creates leverage. Well-developed frameworks can be transformed into books, keynote speeches, certification programmes, courses and scalable offers.Notable Quotes“A conversation doesn't scale. A conversation doesn't travel. And it definitely doesn't build a legacy.”“A framework is simply the way you already think, made visible.”“Your thinking deserves a name.”“Humble is beautiful, but invisible is expensive.”“The best frameworks are often the simplest.”“When your thinking has a name, it travels.”Resources Mentioned• The Brand You Formula • Identity Lag Framework • Confidence Cycle Framework • 4C Storytelling Framework (Context, Challenge, Confront, Consequence) • CPD Personal Brand Strategy Certification Programme • Personal Branding Strategy ResourcesBecome Certified in Personal Brand StrategyLearn more about the CPD-Personal Brand Strategy Accreditation Programme.https://kellylundbergofficial.com/brandyou-solutions/personal-brand-consultancy/Connect with KellyLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellylundbergofficial/Website https://kellylundbergofficial.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kellylundberg.official/If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a colleague, friend or leader building their personal brand.__________About Kelly LundbergTo inspire limitless action, every conversation, every person, every day. Kelly Lundberg transforms ambitious professionals into magnetic leaders who command attention before they speak. A bestselling author, double TEDx speaker, and international keynote speaker, she has spent over two decades helping executives and entrepreneurs turn expertise into influence. From Chanel to Visa, Kelly blends strategic storytelling, mindset mastery, and high-energy delivery. Through her podcast, book Deseed the Lemon, and stage presence, she empowers you to turn your story into your ultimate competitive advantage.

AI is changing how people discover, evaluate, trust, buy, create, hire, and compete. The bigger question is whether your business model is built to survive a future where attention is fragmented, trust is harder to earn, execution is easier to automate, and buyers have more options than ever. Learn how to activate the M.A.S.S. Effect Business Model, a strategic ecosystem built around: • Media to create attention, trust, authority, and discoverability • Assets to create scalability, leverage, and income beyond your direct time • Strategy to create clarity, alignment, interpretation, and better decisions • Systems to reduce friction, support consistency, and keep the business moving Many businesses are addicted to acquisition because they never built retention. In an AI accelerated world, that becomes dangerous because information is easier to access, skills are being compressed, and execution is becoming automated. The real value now shifts toward trust, experience, clarity, influence, systems, and community. The future belongs to adaptive businesses that can evolve with the market, keep customers connected, turn trust into retention, and scale without breaking the founder, team, or customer experience. If your business grew tomorrow, could it actually hold the growth, or would the model collapse under the weight of what you asked for? Beyond The Episode Gems: Buy Troy's Book, Strategize Up: The Blueprint To Scale Your Business StrategizeUpBook.com Discover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast Network Get Free HubSpot Marketing Tools To Help You Grow Your Business Grow Your Business Faster Using HubSpot's CRM Platform Support The Podcast & Connect With Troy:  Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/Reviews Follow Troy's Socials @FindTroy: LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, TikTok Subscribe to Troy's YouTube Channel For Strategy Videos & See Masterclass Episodes Need Growth Strategy, A Keynote Speaker, Or Want To Sponsor The Podcast? Go To FindTroy.com

This is a conversation about fear, obsession, and what happens when a scientist decides to rebuild the limits of human creativity. Marc sits down with Alex Mehr (scientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Famous Labs) for a conversation on mental resilience, entrepreneurship, and the future of AI-assisted creativity. Alex opens up about leaving his dream role at NASA, the emotional volatility of building companies, and the practical mental tools he uses to navigate fear, anger, desperation, and uncertainty. Make sure to check out Famous AI, the platform I used to build the Mental Fitness Blueprint!    Show Partners: Get your MENTAL FITNESS BLUEPRINT here! A special thanks to our mental fitness + sweat partner Sip Saunas Personal Socrates: Better Question, Better Life   Connect with Marc: https://konect.to/marcchampagne   Timestamps: 00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?” 01:00 — Alex's transition from NASA scientist to entrepreneur 03:00 — Why curiosity alone isn't enough in business 04:00 — The joy and politics of life inside scientific research 06:30 — How Silicon Valley changed the trajectory of Alex's life 08:00 — The addictive freedom of entrepreneurship 09:00 — Fear, uncertainty, and the emotional realities of building companies 10:00 — Why anger can become one of the most useful emotions 12:00 — The difference between destructive emotion and productive action 14:00 — Using sleep and reflection to channel difficult emotions 15:00 — Desperation, long walks, and finding clarity 18:00 — The beach walk in Puerto Rico that changed everything 20:00 — The breakthrough idea behind Deal AI 22:00 — Why walking has shaped thinkers, founders, and leaders throughout history 23:00 — Alex's “aluminum foil” method for deleting intrusive thoughts 26:00 — Mental clutter, consciousness, and creating space in the mind 29:00 — Why mastering the mind matters more than ever in the AI era 30:00 — The vision behind Famous Labs and AI-powered entrepreneurship 33:00 — Solving the “last 10% problem” in software creation 36:00 — How AI helps turn vague ideas into scalable products 39:00 — The future of AI-assisted execution and creativity 42:00 — Why most people never fully commit to their ideas 45:00 — Fear-based AI narratives vs. human creative potential 46:00 — The trait shared by history's greatest creators and inventors 49:00 — Why mental fitness and AI must evolve together 50:00 — Final reflections on creativity, execution, and the future of humanity * Special props

This week, I'm sharing the books that shaped the way I think about business and helped me scale my family's company from $1 million to $44 million in revenue.These are more than popular business books sitting on a shelf. Each one solved a specific problem at a critical stage of growth, from leadership and operations to hiring, sales, and scaling. In this episode, I break down the lessons that had the biggest impact on my entrepreneurial journey and explain how you can apply them to your own business.Whether you're running a home service company, building your first team, or trying to break through your next growth ceiling, these are the books I recommend most often.In This Episode: The books that changed how I lead and manage  Frameworks that helped scale from $1M to $44M  Lessons on hiring, delegation, and accountability  How great operators use books to solve real business problems  The mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to grow Watch this episode early on the John Wilson YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnWilsonOAOSend Us Mail!More Ways To Connect with O&OJohn's YouTube ChannelWeekly Newsletter Owned and Operated Leave a ReviewJohn Wilson, CEO of Wilson CompaniesJack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

What if the reason your AI isn't performing has nothing to do with the AI and everything to do with you?You spent hours building AI agents, automations, and workflows. You followed the tutorials. You got excited about the possibilities. And then the results felt... underwhelming.In this Thursday Founder's Rant, Dawn shares a very real moment when her own AI Chief of Staff failed to deliver the magic she expected and the surprising reason why. The lesson isn't about prompts, tools, or technology. It's about something most founders completely overlook after the setup phase.If you've ever felt disappointed by AI output, this episode may save you from chasing the wrong solution.Want a place to test ideas, ask questions, compare notes, and learn alongside other founders who are actively building with AI?Join the AI for Founders Community on LinkedIn.You'll find business owners experimenting, learning, occasionally breaking things, and discovering what actually works without pretending to have all the answers.Because none of us are figuring this out alone.Key TakeawaysYour AI Can Only Work With the Version of You It KnowsBuilding the AI Is the Easy PartYour Knowledge Base Is the Real AssetThe Same Leadership Rules Apply to Humans and AIYour team can only execute the version of the vision you've communicated.Resources & LinksAI for Founders Community (LinkedIn)Related EpisodesEpisode 166: Stop Blaming AI for the Output You're GettingEpisode 128: How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being the BottleneckEpisode 146: The Delegation Mistake That's Keeping You Stuck Working 60 Hours a WeekEpisode 165: The System Your Business Needs to Stop the Bottleneck Before You Add Any Other SystemSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Is the U.S. economy heading toward stability, or just navigating a new kind of volatility?In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown and Tom Burton are joined by Taylor St. Germain, Senior Economist at ITR Economics, to unpack the forces reshaping wholesale distribution and manufacturing. From interest rate uncertainty and tariff refund chaos to AI adoption gaps and “profitless prosperity,” this conversation connects macroeconomic signals directly to distributor margin strategy, capital investment decisions, and long-term growth planning.What You'll Learn:Why the current economy feels like a “tale of two economies”, and how income distribution impacts demand across B2B marketsWhat the Federal Reserve is really watching (core inflation vs. trimmed mean metrics) and how rate decisions could affect CapEx, M&A, and working capitalHow tariff policy, Section 301 and 232 rulings, and refund uncertainty are influencing distributor pricing strategy and customer relationshipsWhat “profitless prosperity” means for 2026 and 2027, and how to protect margins during growth at a higher costWhy most AI initiatives in wholesale distribution are still efficiency plays—and what separates hype from scalable, repeatable AI-driven business processesEpisode Highlights:03:30 – Inside ITR Economics: forecasting accuracy, leading indicators, and preparing for downturns11:45 – May jobs report surprises: what strong hiring means for inflation and rate decisions14:20 – Interest rate outlook: hold, cut, or increase—and why energy prices complicate the Fed's move30:18 – Tariff escalation, Section 301 and 232 policies, and the ripple effect across distributors41:03 – Tariff refunds: unintended consequences for margins, pricing transparency, and customer trust58:26 – AI adoption in wholesale distribution: efficiency gains vs. true strategic transformation1:16:35 – “Growth at a higher cost”: how to navigate labor inflation, electricity costs, reshoring, and fiscal pressureMeet the Guest:Taylor St. Germain is a Senior Economist and Business Consultant at ITR Economics. He delivers economic keynotes nationwide and helps manufacturers and distributors identify leading indicators, forecast demand, and prepare for economic cycles with a 94.7% forecasting accuracy standard.Tools, Frameworks, and Strategies Mentioned:ITR Economics leading indicator forecasting modelsWeekly GDP tracking vs. lagging government metricsTrimmed mean inflation vs. core CPIEnterprise Growth Platform by LeadSmart TechnologiesAI-driven margin protection and data unification strategiesClosing Insight:“We are very optimistic about growth, but it's growth at a higher cost.”The second half of the decade presents opportunities for wholesale distributors and manufacturers, but only for those who actively manage labor inflation, tariff exposure, electricity costs, and AI investment discipline. Growth is not the question. Margin strategy is.Leave a Review: Help us grow by sharing your thoughts on the show.Learn more about the LeadSmart AI B2B Sales Platform: https://www.leadsmarttech.com/Join the conversation each week on LinkedIn Live.Want even more insight to the stories we discuss each week? Subscribe to the Around The Horn Newsletter.You can also hear the podcast and other excellent content on our YouTube Channel.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok.

What if AI Actually Costs More Than Humans?   The headcount reduction mandate has landed on your desk: replace talent with AI and cut costs. But beneath the vendor demos and boardroom promises lies a dangerous assumption - that artificial intelligence is automatically cheaper than human expertise.   What if the token economics tell a different story?   Join us for a provocative livestream that flips the AI narrative and protects your workforce strategy.   • The hidden maths of token consumption -and why projected savings evaporate at scale   • Why cost-per-inference is rarely modelled against fully-loaded employee costs in vendor ROI   • Talent attrition: when top performers leave because they see AI replacement unfolding   • Quality degradation and the invisible cost of human-in-the-loop error correction   • Vendor lock-in: how API pricing volatility turns fixed labor into unpredictable OpEx   • The productivity paradox: why AI-augmented teams outperform pure replacement strategies   • Compliance blind spots: liability, bias audits, and regulatory costs headcount never triggered   • Retraining debt: the unbudgeted expense of prompt engineering and system maintenance   • The competitive cost of hollow teams when institutional knowledge walks out the door   • Frameworks to model true total cost of AI ownership before approving any reduction-in-force   This is not an anti-AI argument - it is a financial reality check for leaders pressured to cut first and calculate later. Before you trade headcount for tokens, understand the true cost of replacing humans with models.   We're on Friday 5th June, 2pm BST. Register now and bring your C-suite the data they need!       Ep386 is supported by our friends Ashby   The all-in-one recruiting platform that evolves at the speed of AI. ✨Empowering ambitious teams from Startups to Enterprises.   Ashby can handle the whole pipe - ATS, CRM & Sourcing, Scheduling, and Analytics - while incorporating the latest AI advancements every step of the way.   Learn how Ashby helps companies at every size up level their hiring - contact one of team here today

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Patrick M Bossuyt, Tze Ping Loh, Katy Bell, Sally Lord, Andrea R Horvath. Frameworks of Health Outcomes for Performance Specifications in Laboratory Medicine. Clinical Chemistry, Volume 72, Issue 5, May 2026, Pages 546–553.  https://doi.org/10.1093/clinchem/hvag014

Do your AI Agents suck? Or have you been avoiding creating one?Here's the uncomfortable truth: AI isn't the problem.Your foundation is.In this episode, Dawn pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest misconceptions female founders have about AI automation, AI agents, and business systems. While everyone else is promising that AI will magically save you time, Dawn shares the truth most people skip: AI doesn't fix broken systems. It accelerates them.If your SOPs are fuzzy, your data is scattered, and your team relies on tribal knowledge, adding AI won't create efficiency. It'll create faster chaos.You'll learn how to determine whether your business is actually AI-ready, where to start if it isn't, and how to build AI-powered systems that save time without creating expensive headaches.Want a place to test ideas, ask questions, share wins, and learn how other founders are using AI without breaking their businesses?Join the AI for Founders Community on LinkedIn.It's free, practical, and filled with founders figuring this out together. The community is designed specifically to help business owners integrate AI strategically instead of chasing shiny objects.What You'll LearnWhy AI readiness is a systems conversation, not a technology conversationThe 3 levels of AI every founder should understandWhy messy data creates expensive mistakesThe smartest place to start with AIThe simple AI readiness test every founder should do todayResourcesAI for Founders CommunityRelated Episodes169 | Why “Just Delegate” Is a Lie in Leadership (And How AI Changes Everything)165 | The System Your Business NEEDS to Stop the Bottleneck Before You Add Anything Else158 | If Your $1M Business Lives in Your Head, It Can't Scale156 | Hiring Is Not Your Solution (And the "Scale Fast" Crowd Won't Like This)144 | The Solo Trap: Why Your Service Business Is Stuck at $300K (And How AI Gets You Out)Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

What happens when ancient sauna traditions meet modern wellness culture, theatrical storytelling, and world-class competition? In this special on-location episode of StarrCast, Lisa Starr travels to New York City for the Aufguss USA Championships to explore one of the fastest-growing movements in wellness. Through conversations with industry leaders, international judges, competitors, and bathhouse operators, this episode uncovers how sauna culture is evolving into a powerful force for wellbeing, connection, recovery, and community. What You'll Learn What Aufguss is and why it has become a global wellness phenomenon How sauna rituals combine heat, aromatherapy, storytelling, and sensory immersion Why contrast therapy is gaining momentum across the United States How the communal sauna experience supports emotional wellbeing and social connection What the future holds for sauna culture, bathhouses, and wellness destinations in North America Episode Highlights  01:23 – Cassandra Cavanah explains what Aufguss USA is and how the organization supports sauna culture across America 05:36 – The emotional, therapeutic, and communal benefits driving sauna's popularity 08:17 – Why developers, operators, and wellness brands are investing in large-scale sauna experiences 15:20 – Deborah Carr shares how the British Sauna Society helped grow sauna culture throughout the UK 20:35 – How post-pandemic wellness trends accelerated public interest in sauna and cold-water therapy 27:50 – Competitor Tovi Wayne discusses his journey from professional dance to championship-level sauna mastery 37:04 – Former NFL player Mitch Mathews explains the business model behind FlowHaus and the future of social wellness 45:14 – The opportunities and challenges of financing and scaling bathhouse concepts 47:35 – World-class sauna master Alonzo Solorzano shares how Aufguss evolved from a side job into a career and artistic pursuit 59:24 – The future of Bathhouse expansion, sauna training, and competitive Aufguss in North America Meet the Guests Cassandra Cavanah is President of Aufguss USA and a longtime advocate for hydrothermal wellness experiences through her work with the Global Wellness Institute's Hydrothermal Initiative. Deborah Carr is President of the British Sauna Society, sauna educator, juror, and industry leader helping establish sauna standards and professional pathways throughout the United Kingdom. Tovi Wayne is a Bathhouse sauna master and competitor whose background in dance and performance informs his immersive and emotionally engaging Aufguss experiences. Mitch Mathews is a former NFL wide receiver and Founder of FlowHaus, a growing wellness concept focused on guided sauna, contrast therapy, and community wellbeing. Alonzo Solorzano is Director of Aufguss at Bathhouse, the 2024 U.S. Solo Champion, and one of the leading figures advancing competitive sauna culture in the United States. Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned Aufguss Rituals Show Aufguss Competition Modern Classic Cup Contrast Therapy Hydrothermal Wellness Sauna Master Training Community Wellness Experiences Guided Sauna Programming Cold Plunge Therapy Wellness-Focused Bathhouse Development Closing Insight Sauna is no longer simply a place to get warm. Around the world, it is becoming a platform for wellbeing, human connection, emotional expression, recovery, and community. As Aufguss continues to grow across the United States, this movement is redefining what modern wellness experiences can be. Whether you're a spa professional, wellness entrepreneur, sauna enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of hydrothermal wellness, this episode offers a fascinating look at a movement that is only beginning to gain momentum. Subscribe to StarrCast for more conversations with the innovators, operators, and thought leaders shaping the future of spa, wellness, hospitality, and longevity. Looking for expert advice in Spa Consulting, with live training and online learning? Spa Consulting: https://wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-consulting  Live Training: https://wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-courses/  Online Learning: https://wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-courses  Other Links: Connect with Aufguss USA: https://www.aufgussusa.com/ Connect with Cassandra Cavanah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-cavanah-a847b211/ Connect with Deborah Carr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-carr-101bb0135/ Connect with Tovi Wayne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tovi-wayne-b9205b102/ Connect with Mitch Mathews: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchmathews/ Connect with Alonzo Solorzano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alonzo-solorzano-72ab6298/ Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastarrwynnebusiness  Listen or Watch StarrCast Podcast on Your Preferred Platform or YouTube: https://wynnebusiness.com/starrcast-podcast/  Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wynnebusiness/?ref=bookmarks  Join us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wynnebusiness/   

Hand therapy can feel overwhelming. There's so much to memorize, so many protocols, and every patient is a little different. I've been there. That's why I created 2 frameworks that can help you get through your patient cases.

In Episode 283 ofJumpstart With Jeff,  Dr. Jeff Buske equips dentists with two powerful frameworks—"The Code" and "The Stack"—to gain clarity and control in their professional and personal lives. Dr. Buske introduces "The Code" (facts, feelings, focus, fruit) as a tool to separate emotions from reality, enabling honest self-assessment and effective team management. Using a practical example, he shows how an office manager can use this framework to resolve staff issues by isolating facts from feelings and aligning focus with desired outcomes. "The Stack" (stop, submit, struggle, strike) offers a process to interrupt reactive patterns, reframe old stories, and take purposeful action. By sharing his daily practice of stacking, Dr. Buske illustrates how these tools foster perspective, certainty, and growth, transforming dentists from prisoners of their practice into empowered producers. Key Takeaways: "The Code" helps dissect situations into facts, feelings, focus, and results for clearer decision-making. "The Stack" interrupts emotional spirals, allowing dentists to reframe narratives and act intentionally. Separating facts from feelings enhances communication with team members and patients. Daily stacking provides perspective, reducing stress and improving decision-making certainty. These frameworks apply beyond the office, enhancing relationships and personal growth. "The stack is the greatest tool I've ever had—it gives me perspective every single day." – Dr. Jeff Buske To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below -  LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Limitless Dentist Academy Join Dental Syndicate HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is wholesale distribution entering its most disruptive era yet?In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown, Tom Burton, and Mark  Gilham of Enable unpack the forces reshaping the B2B supply chain: inflation measurement debates, Federal Reserve strategy, tariff refund accounting risks, buying group consolidation, maritime trade choke points, and the growing influence of AI on distributor–manufacturer relationships. This episode explores how data-driven decision making is shifting the industry from relationship-based instinct to AI-powered commercial intelligence, and what that means for distributors, manufacturers, CFOs, and industry leaders.What You'll Learn:The difference between core inflation vs trimmed average inflation, and why the metric matters for CFO planning, pricing strategy, and capital investment decisionsHow a more flexible Federal Reserve approach impacts interest rate modeling, debt refinancing, and working capital strategy in wholesale distributionWhy tariff refunds create accounting, tax, and downstream pricing pressure, and how distributors and manufacturers should prepareThe real impact of global maritime choke points like the Strait of Hormuz, Suez Canal, Panama Canal, and South China Sea on supply chain resilienceWhy buying groups like Evergreen are consolidating, and how rebate economics drive churn and competitive pressureHow AI could disrupt traditional distributor–manufacturer relationships by prioritizing margin analytics, pricing optimization, and product substitution models over loyaltyEpisode Highlights:03:22 – Mark  Gilham explains how Enable connects manufacturers and distributors through rebate and pricing intelligence11:45 – Core inflation vs trimmed average inflation: what's the difference and why does it matter for distributors?24:41 – A Greenspan-style Fed strategy: how rate uncertainty changes business forecasting42:30 – Tariff refund accounting risks and downstream pricing pressure across the supply chain57:45 – The six global maritime choke points and why “just-in-time” models increase fragility1:00:41 – Why Evergreen shut down and what buying group consolidation means for distributors1:14:42 – Manufacturers' growing concern: will AI override decades of channel relationships?1:23:48 – “It all depends on the brief the AI has.” How AI configuration shapes profitability and channel outcomesMeet the Guest:Mark  Gilham is a former distributor CFO and now a leader at Enable, a pricing and rebate management platform focused on helping manufacturers and distributors trade more intelligently in the B2B ecosystem. His expertise bridges finance, pricing strategy, rebate optimization, and AI-driven commercial execution.Tools, Frameworks, and Strategies Mentioned:Enable Rebate Management and Pricing IntelligenceLeadSmart Enterprise Growth PlatformRevenue Expander white space analyticsPrediction market data modeling for interest rate forecastingAI-driven commercial optimization and margin normalization modelsClosing Insight:“Future decisions are not going to be made based on a relationship. They're going to be made based on what the AI model tells the distributor.”As wholesale distribution evolves, the competitive edge will belong to organizations that combine trusted relationships with structured data, commercial intelligence, and AI-ready infrastructure.Leave a Review: Help us grow by sharing your thoughts on the show.Learn more about the LeadSmart AI B2B Sales Platform: https://www.leadsmarttech.com/Join the conversation each week on LinkedIn Live.Want even more insight to the stories we discuss each week? Subscribe to the Around The Horn Newsletter.You can also hear the podcast and other excellent content on our YouTube Channel.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok.

What if the thing you've always been praised for pushing through is the exact thing quietly draining your leadership capacity right now?There's a season every founder eventually hits that no productivity hack can solve.Not “busy.” Not “calendar chaos.” Real life hard.In this Thursday velvet-boot episode, Dawn Andrews gets brutally honest about what happens when your business is growing… while your personal life is demanding more of you than ever before. Aging parents. Kids struggling. Health issues. Emotional exhaustion. The sandwich generation reality nobody talks about in founder spaces.And instead of offering another “optimize your routine” pep talk, Dawn calls out the dangerous myth high-achieving women cling to: that endurance equals leadership.Spoiler alert? It doesn't.This episode is a powerful mindset shift for ambitious female founders navigating leadership, delegation, burnout recovery, and emotional capacity in high-growth seasons. If you've been white-knuckling your way through life while trying to scale your business, this one is going to hit home.If this episode felt a little too familiar… you are not the only founder navigating this season.Join the AI for Founders Community, a free space for ambitious founders learning how to lead smarter, delegate better, and use AI without losing their humanity.Because you do not need to carry all of this alone.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy “pushing through” is a skill  not a permanent leadership strategyThe difference between capability and capacityWhy tiny openings matter more than massive breakthroughsHow delegation and AI can support you during hard seasonsThe leadership reframe every overworked founder needsResources & LinksAI for Founders CommunityRelated Episodes169 | Why “Just Delegate” Is a Lie in Leadership (And How AI Changes the Game)165 | The System Your Business NEEDS to Stop the Bottleneck Before You Add Any Other System146 | The Delegation Mistake That's Keeping You Stuck Working 60 Hours a Week (+ The #1 AI Trick to Overcome It)128 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being December's BottleneckSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

What are some of the most influential leaders in the spa and wellness industry seeing as they look toward the future? Recorded live at We Work Well Spa North America in Bonita Springs, Florida, Lisa Starr sits down with four accomplished industry leaders representing Canyon Ranch, Kohler Water Spa, Arch Amenities Group, and Mario Tricoci Spa & Salon. Together, they explore the changing expectations of today's wellness consumer, the rise of longevity programming, recovery-focused experiences, community-driven wellness, AI integration, and the growing intersection of spa, beauty, and medical wellness. This episode offers a unique cross-section of perspectives from operators, brands, and management groups helping shape the future of wellness and hospitality. What You'll Learn How guest expectations have evolved and why personalization is more important than ever Why community and social connection are becoming essential wellness offerings The growing demand for longevity, recovery, and contrast therapy experiences How wellness brands are helping guests take healthier habits home Where AI may fit into spa operations, marketing, and guest engagement Why med spas and therapeutic wellness services continue to expand How leading organizations are adapting to changing consumer behavior Episode Highlights  01:24 – Ellen McGinnis on innovation, personalization, and the evolution of the wellness guest 04:45 – Canyon Ranch's approach to longevity, women's health, and transformative wellness experiences 11:27 – How Kohler Water Spa is leveraging the healing power of water and experiential wellness 18:10 – Why community, belonging, and social wellness may define the next chapter of the industry 22:04 – Susan Hammer on hotel spa management, recovery programming, and the role of AI 29:35 – Understanding what guests are truly seeking beyond wellness buzzwords 35:54 – Cassandra Stratton on the rapid growth of med spas and therapeutic wellness services 36:21 – How beauty, spa, and medical aesthetics are converging into one client journey Meet the Guest Ellen McGinnis is Director of Spa at Canyon Ranch Tucson and represents one of the most respected wellness brands in the world. She shares insights on longevity, guest expectations, innovation, and the future of destination wellness.  Nicole Miller serves as Director of Spa Operations for Kohler Water Spa, overseeing six locations across the United States and Scotland. She discusses experiential water therapies, wellness innovation, recovery experiences, and the growing importance of community.  Susan Hammer is Senior Vice President of Spa Operations and Client Success at Arch Amenities Group, overseeing dozens of spa properties nationwide. She offers perspective on management trends, recovery-focused wellness, employee development, and AI integration.  Cassandra Stratton is Director of Spa Services and Education at Mario Tricoci Spa & Salon, one of the Midwest's leading beauty and wellness brands. A licensed massage therapist with more than two decades in the industry, she discusses the continued growth of spa services, the rise of med spas, and the increasingly connected journey between beauty, wellness, and medical aesthetics.  Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned Longevity Programming Women's Health Initiatives Experiential Water Therapy Contrast Therapy and Recovery Experiences Community-Centered Wellness AI-Powered Operations and Marketing Med Spa Growth Strategies Personalized Wellness Journeys Hospitality Wellness Management Therapeutic and Preventive Wellness Services Closing Insight Across every conversation, one theme emerged clearly: wellness is becoming more personalized, more outcome-focused, and more connected. Whether through longevity programs, recovery experiences, advanced technologies, or meaningful community engagement, the future belongs to organizations that help guests create lasting change rather than simply delivering a momentary escape. Subscribe to StarrCast for more conversations with the innovators, operators, and thought leaders shaping the future of spa, wellness, hospitality, and longevity. Looking for expert advice in Spa Consulting, with live training and online learning?   Spa Consulting: https://wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-consulting  Live Training: https://wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-courses/  Online Learning: https://wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-courses  Other Links: Connect with Ellen ​​McGinnis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-mcginnis-3569572a/  Connect with Nicole Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-miller-607394115/  Connect with Susan Hammer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-hammer-442ba93/  Connect with Cassandra Stratton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandradstratton/  Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastarrwynnebusiness  Listen or Watch StarrCast Podcast on Your Preferred Platform or YouTube: https://wynnebusiness.com/starrcast-podcast/  Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wynnebusiness/?ref=bookmarks  Join us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wynnebusiness/   

In this episode of Just Ride, Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson sit down with Neko Mulally to talk about building Frameworks Racing from the ground up, from homemade bike prototypes to one of the most talked-about teams in downhill mountain biking. Neko shares the story behind signing Asa Vermette, bringing Aaron Gwin onto the team, developing World Cup race bikes, and creating a team culture built around trust, performance, and progression. The conversation dives into bike setup, rider development, Hardline, American downhill racing, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level. They also discuss the future of Frameworks, growing the sport in the U.S., and why simplicity, confidence, and passion still matter in modern downhill MTB. Join Rob Warner and Eliot Jackson in Just Ride as they delve into an array of cycling adventures. Whether on your screens or in your ears, catch them speaking to the biggest names from the world of mountain biking, road cycling, and everything in-between. We've got some incredible guests planned - and we will be bringing you Just Ride from all around the world. Come and join the ride! #podcast #redbull #justride

Are you trying to launch your AI initiatives from a messy lot instead of a launchpad?Most companies aren't struggling with AI integration, budgets, timelines, and activations because the technology is bad.They're struggling because the foundation underneath the technology is a hot mess. Their business foundation.In this episode, Dawn Andrews breaks down the invisible reason so many AI initiatives stall out after the demos, strategy meetings, and expensive vendor calls. Spoiler alert? The problem usually isn't the AI platform. It's the messy systems, undocumented workflows, scattered data, and unclear decision-making hiding underneath it all.This episode is your velvet-boot wake-up call if you're a founder or executive thinking:“Why are we spending all this money, and nothing is actually changing?”Because the rockets aren't the problem. The launchpad is. And once you understand that? Everything shifts.Want help navigating the messy middle of AI implementation without turning your company into an exhausted science experiment?Join the AI for Founders Community on LinkedIn, where Dawn hosts live office hours, practical conversations, and real-world AI strategy discussions for founders and executives who are building while the plane is flying.Because nobody needs another generic AI webinar. You need clarity that actually works in real businesses.Key TakeawaysAI implementation is not just a technology project, it's an operational clarity project.Most businesses are trying to automate workflows that only exist inside the founder's brain.Your shared drives, SOPs, client notes, and process documentation matter more than another AI subscription right now.Fast-moving founders often mistake preparation for “not making progress.”The leaders who prepare their runway now will dominate later.Resources & LinksJoin the AI for Founders Community on LinkedInDownload: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderRelated Episodes 165 | The System Your Business NEEDS to Stop the Bottleneck Before You Add Any Other System146 | The Delegation Mistake That's Keeping You Stuck Working 60 Hours a Week (+ The #1 AI Trick to Overcome It)128 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being December's Bottleneck122 | The 4-Stage AI Process Female Founders Use to Stop Losing 10 Hours Each Week Answering Questions Their Team Should OwnSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Assistant Principal Podcast Content Episode OutlineShow title and release date: If I Had One Day With You 5/26/26Teaser:The genesis for today's episode came while I was hiking in the woods. I began thinking about what I would do working with someone if I only had one day. This “thought exercise” helped me think about the practices I teach that are most impactful, the ones that are simplest, and the ones that can make an immediate improvement in life and leadership. As I began putting the day together in my head, I realized I already have a one-day training that is very close to what I would do if I had you for a day, so I've made some changes to that training and borrowed some of the resources to come up with a one-day training for you. What I mean by that is that every activity I will take you through has a handout that goes with it. My hope is that you will be inspired by this podcast and one of two things will happen: you will grab the One Day guide and work through it on your own or, even better, with your team, or you'll invite me to come do this training for you (and your team). Honestly, I would love to come to your school or district and train your leaders, but I know not everyone has the financial or time resources to do that, so I'd rather give the self-guided training away for free so anyone can access it. You can get all the supporting materials by visiting the special page on my website, https://www.frederickbuskey.com/oneday. Note that I will ask you to complete a three-question form when you download the handout. Whether you reach out to me or facilitate this yourself, I hope you take advantage of the way I've put this together. Sponsor Spot 1:Travel can positively impact students in a big way - but if your first thought is, “who is going to plan all of this?”, don't worry because that's where Kaleidoscope Adventures comes in.The KA team has been planning student group travel for more than 30 years! They handle the logistics from start to finish, so you can focus on your job in the classroom.Whenever you're ready to plan a trip, Kaleidoscope Adventures can't wait to help your group travel beyond expectations. Visit mykatrip.com today.Show IntroCelebrations:I'm recording this in early May, which is a pretty stressful time in most schools. So, I want to model celebrating the small wins. A couple weeks ago I lead a PLC in a small district in which we use Charlotte Danielson's Frameworks model of teaching to spur discussions about teaching's most important domains and elements. Watching busy school administrators have time to actually talk about teaching and learning was awesome! It's so important to examine teaching intellectually and yet something many of us seldom take time to do.Key Points Part 1When I went to design this day, I began with my one-day book study kickoff workshop. I've made a few tweaks, but most of the day still mirrors the content of my book, which I will refer to as we go through the activities. If you are going to do this day for yourself or your team, you should get a few copies of the book (link). Also, as I take you through the day, I will describe not only what we do but why we are doing it and how to facilitate it. Many of the activities are designed to be group activities, and multiple groups makes for a richer training so the ideal number of people to do this with is 15-25, which give you 3-5 groups or 3-5 people each.So, imagine you walk into the room and I'm there to greet you. Let's begin working…Sponsor Spot 2:I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions. And IXL doesn't stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more. It's no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.Key Points Part 2Summarizing (The big takeaway)Special thanks to the amazing Ranford Almond for the great music on the show. Please support Ranford and the show by checking out his music!Ranford's homepage: https://ranfordalmond.comRanford's music on streaming services: https://streamlink.to/ranfordalmond-oldsoulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranfordalmond/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ranfordalmond/Sponsor Links:IXL: http://ixl.com/assistant Kaleidoscope Adventures: https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/the-assistant-principal-podcast-kaleidoscope-adventures/CloseLeadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/I love hearing from you. If you have comments or questions, or are interested in having me speak at your school or conference, email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.If you are tired of spending time putting out fires and would rather invest time supporting and growing teachers, consider reading my book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose. The book is available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Remember the secret to good leadership:Be intentional in choosing how you will show up for othersBe fully presentAsk reflective questionsAnd then just listenDon't overcomplicate it, the value is in the listening.Have a great rest of the week!Cheers!Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/ 

Mental Models To Supersize You!? Better Thinking Frameworks... Challenge Day 146! Join us every day in 2026 for a quick challenge that is all about you Improving and creating the life you want! https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSharon Ask your questions and share your wisdom! #supersize #supersizeyouannualchallenges #doonethingeverydaytosupersizeyou #mentalmodels #frameworks #betterthinking #thinkingframeworks

Build Your Brand Your brand is about standing out, not just getting noticed. In this compelling episode of Influential Voices of Authority, host Erik K. Johnson sits down with distinguished branding expert Gerry Foster. Together, they unravel the real secrets to building an unmistakable authority brand that attracts clients, creates opportunity, and establishes thought leadership... especially for coaches, consultants, and service-based entrepreneurs eager to escape obscurity.   Important Links: Connect with Gerry: www.gerryfosterbranding.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryfoster/ https://www.facebook.com/gerry.foster.397 https://www.instagram.com/gerryfosterbigbrandman/ https://www.youtube.com/@GerryFosterBranding   Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Gerry Foster 00:23 Launching the Big Brand Formula Podcast 01:12 How Podcasting Signals Authority 02:04 From Service to Authority Branding 03:00 Making Yourself Memorable 04:05 Gerry's Branding Roots: USC, P&G, and Going Solo 05:15 Confidence Beyond Corporate Backing 06:13 Learning Through Adversity and Bankruptcy 08:04 Creating the Big Brand Formula and Bootcamp 09:28 The Costly Myth of Visibility Without Differentiation 10:15 Transforming a Health Coach's Brand Story 11:13 Branding the "Invisible" to Attract More Clients 12:28 Uncovering Genius and Frameworks for Authority 13:52 Get Known, Get Found, Get Paid—The True Branding Sequence 15:37 The Right Sequence: Brand, Market, Sell 16:32 Deep-Dive Identity Work for Clarity and Confidence 17:05 Helping Energy Healers Find Their Unique Value 18:43 The Secret Sauce: Purpose Before Marketing 20:12 Crafting a "Me Only" Statement 22:11 Beware of "Me Too"—The Power of Category of One 22:33 Harnessing AI as a Supplement, Not a Solution 23:47 The Big Brand Quiz: A Game-Changer for Entrepreneurs 25:51 Lessons from Three Bankruptcies: Seek Wisdom Early 27:17 Why Corporate Branding Doesn't Translate to Services 28:00 The Power of Visibility Through Podcasting and Stages 28:47 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps   Key Takeaways: - Authority Begins with Differentiation Gerry Foster reveals that successful entrepreneurs become category leaders by uncovering what truly makes them unique, not by copying industry giants or relying solely on visibility. Standing out is more important than simply being seen.   - Podcasting as an Authority Amplifier A podcast is more than content—it signals expertise, builds trust, and becomes an entry point for future clients and speaking opportunities. Gerry shares how his own podcast, the Big Brand Formula, consistently attracted attention and grew his authority.   - Overcoming the Invisible Barrier Branding services, not just products, requires identifying "the invisible"—your values, delivery framework, and client impact. The right brand inspires marketing that actually works.   - From Crisis to Clarity Three bankruptcies didn't break Gerry. Instead, they pushed him to develop frameworks, boot camps, and a proven system for helping other entrepreneurs blaze their path to authority.   - Actionable Tools for Brand Builders Gerry's free online tool, the Big Brand Quiz, gives instant feedback on 25 critical branding elements so you can spot opportunities and blind spots for your business.   Episode Highlights: Why respected experts are still overlooked and how to shift from being "one of many" to "the one" clients choose Real-life client transformations, like the health coach and the energy healer, who broke through crowded markets using Gerry's authority branding method Common branding mistakes: Visibility vs. Differentiation, following product branding strategies, and the danger of undervaluing your own story   Discover your unique brand strengths Take Gerry Foster's Big Brand Quiz now and identify exactly where you stand in your brand journey. Take the Brand Quiz here: Website: https://bigbrandquiz.com   Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? Want to turn your content and voice into a true authority engine?   Apply for your Podcast Authority Audit with Erik: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching   Next Week: We'll talk with Vocal Leadership and Communication Coach Dr. Leslie Baylis Davis. She will give you five keys to radiate authority every time you speak.

Screens are rewiring teen brains and torching their happiness. Michael Regilio cuts through the glare to explain what's really at stake on Skeptical Sunday!Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconceptions. This time around, we're joined by skeptic, comedian, and podcaster Michael Regilio!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1332On This Week's Skeptical Sunday:The fear of new technology is ancient and remarkably repetitive. Critics warned the telephone, the printing press, even writing itself would rot brains and shred social bonds. Today's smartphone panic is the latest verse in a very old song, though experts insist this time the data is louder.The "U-shaped" happiness curve — high in youth, dipping in midlife, rising again after fifty — has held steady across cultures for decades. But around 2014, right as every teenager got a smartphone, that youthful high point collapsed, and researchers like David Blanchflower are sounding alarms.Big Tech isn't accidentally addictive — it's engineered that way. Frameworks like the Fogg Behavior Model power infinite scroll, autoplay, and notification floods designed to exploit adolescent cravings for status and novelty. Reed Hastings admitted Netflix's real competitors are sleep and human connection.Internal documents from Meta and Alphabet lawsuits revealed the ugly truth: companies knew their platforms harmed teen girls and deliberately targeted users as young as 11. One memo read, "If we want to win big with teens, we must bring them in as tweens" — exploiting developing prefrontal cortexes by design.Screens aren't the devil — how we use them is what matters. Play video games with your kids, FaceTime grandma, keep phones away from babies, and set lights-out rules at night. The best screen time report might be a screen-down report: what did you do with your one short life while you weren't scrolling?Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!Connect with Michael Regilio at Twitter, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, and YouTube, and check out War Bar, his comedy special!And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Lufthansa Allegris: Go to Lufthansa.com and search for "Allegris" to learn moreRidge Wallet: Get 10% off with code JORDANSimpliSafe Home Security: 50% off + 1st month free: simplisafe.com/jordanProgressive Insurance: Free online quote: progressive.comLufthansa Allegris: Go to Lufthansa.com and search for "Allegris" to learn moreSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you secretly labeling your year a failure just because it didn't look flashy on Instagram?If your calendar is full but your confidence is low, this episode is your reset button. You didn't do “nothing” this year. You built more than you think, especially the invisible kind of growth that doesn't show up in your P&L but changes everything.It's time to stop judging your year by surface-level metrics and start seeing the transformation you actually created. In this solo episode, Dawn walks you through a simple AI-powered audit that reveals the truth: you didn't spin your wheels, you leveled up.Join the AI for Founders Community on LinkedIn. It's free, it's founder-led, and it's the smartest place on the internet to test prompts, trade tools, and get support from women who get it. Let's build smarter, not harder.What You'll Learn:Why your brain literally hides your progress (and how to outsmart it)The 20-minute AI Achievement Audit that will leave you speechless, in a good wayThe 6 key business categories where your wins are hiding in plain sightHow to translate your invisible work into real impact (hint: crisis navigation = CEO-level leadership)The one reflection question that will shift your entire outlook heading into 2025Resources & LinksFree Guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderPrompt to Steal:"I'm a founder reviewing my last 12 months. Here's everything I remember doing... Help me organize this into categories: business building, team development, strategic decisions, crisis navigation, personal growth, revenue, and client work."Related Episodes112 | The 4‑Stage AI Process to Stop Losing 10 Hours a WeekPerfect follow-up to the Achievement Audit—shift from reactive to strategic with AI.110 | 3 Custom GPTs That Save Female Founders 16 Hours a WeekBuild AI systems that free up your time so your wins don't get buried under busywork.072 | How Female Founders Delegate Like a CEO Before BurnoutUncover the leadership habits that keep your business scaling and your sanity intact.Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Do you ever feel held back by self-doubt when stepping into leadership roles? In this episode, we explore the third part of the Lawyer Success Frameworks series: leadership and confidence. I focus on strategies around self-concept, building confidence, and leadership communication that support lawyers in navigating the responsibilities of leading themselves and others.          We cover common barriers that can limit leadership effectiveness, including imposter syndrome, confidence challenges, and difficulties in communication. You will learn tools for taking confident action, addressing self-doubt, and navigating leadership responsibilities in your work and with your team. These strategies provide concrete ways to strengthen your leadership skills and apply them in everyday practice.                          Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/261           Click here to grab my procrastination protocol checklist: https://mailchi.mp/0c249b28750c/procrastination_protocol            Click here to grab my time management podcast roadmap: https://mailchi.mp/d267dabde299/time-management-lawyers-podcast-roadmap

What if the future of wellness has less to do with treatments and more to do with the spaces where we live, work, travel, and recover? In this special on-location episode of StarrCast, Lisa Starr reports from the Global Wellness Institute's Wellness Real Estate & Communities Symposium in New York City. Through conversations with leaders in wellness architecture, hospitality, healthy buildings, and digital experience design, this episode explores how wellness real estate is evolving from trend to infrastructure. Topics include longevity living, low-EMF environments, wellness-focused hospitality, digital integration, and the growing demand for healthier built environments that support everyday wellbeing. What You'll Learn Why wellness real estate is becoming one of the fastest-growing sectors in hospitality and development How low-EMF building standards are shaping conversations around healthy buildings and longevity living The role of architecture, technology, and user experience in creating wellness-centered spaces Why hospitality brands are integrating wellness into residential and mixed-use developments How personalization, digital design, and human-centered experiences are redefining wellness environments Episode Highlights  01:37 – Christophe Laarman explains the rise of low-EMF building standards 04:50 – Practical ways consumers can reduce EMF exposure at home 10:15 – How EMF testing and certification for buildings works 13:22 – How Cactus combines architecture, strategy, and digital experience design 18:03 – Why digital design is becoming essential in wellness real estate 21:08 – The challenge of integrating technology into wellness experiences without distraction 30:32 – Amanda Al-Masri on how Hilton approaches wellness across hospitality and residential spaces 36:50 – Why wellness personalization matters more than one-size-fits-all solutions 39:24 – The future of wellness as a lifestyle integrated into everyday living Meet the Guest Christophe Laarman is the Executive Partner of EMFIS, a company focused on global low-EMF building standards and healthier living environments through electromagnetic field mitigation and wellness-centered design. Michael Offerman is the Director of Strategy at Cactus, an innovation consultancy that combines architecture, digital experience design, and strategy to create immersive hospitality, healthcare, and wellness experiences. Amanda Al-Masri is the Global Vice President of Wellness at Hilton, where she leads wellness strategy across one of the world's largest hospitality portfolios, helping shape the future of wellness hospitality and residential living. Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned Low-EMF building standards Healthy building certification and assessment Wellness-focused hospitality design Digital and physical user journey integration Longevity living and regenerative development Personalized wellness experiences in hospitality and residential environments Closing Insight As wellness continues to evolve beyond spas and amenities, the built environment is becoming one of the most important drivers of human health, longevity, and quality of life. From healthy buildings and wellness communities to digitally integrated hospitality experiences, this episode highlights how the future of wellness may be shaped less by what we consume and more by the spaces we inhabit every day. Subscribe to StarrCast for more conversations exploring the future of wellness, hospitality, leadership, and human-centered business strategy. Looking for expert advice in Spa Consulting, with live training and online learning? Spa Consulting Live Training Online Learning Other Links: Connect with Christophe Connect with Michael Offerman Connect with Amanda Al-Masri Follow Lisa on LinkedIn Listen or Watch StarrCast Podcast on Your Preferred Platform or YouTube Join us on Facebook Join us on Instagram    

Still rewriting everything your team writes "to sound more like you"? It's not your team, it's your system.If you're spending hours editing social posts, emails, and podcast promos because they just don't sound like you, this episode is your game-changer. Dawn Andrews reveals how to train AI and your team to write in your authentic voice so you can stop being the bottleneck in your business. Learn the 3-pillar "Voice-First Content System" that saves you time, protects your brand, and actually scales your message. Whether you're DIY-ing or want the shortcut, this episode shows you how to sound like you (without writing every word).Grab the free guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better Leader. It includes the exact prompts Dawn uses to train AI and her team. Ready to go deeper? Join the AI for Founders Community and stop content bottlenecks for good.Key Takeaways:Train AI to Mirror Your Voice: Use your own writing samples to create a "voice fingerprint" and finally ditch generic AI-speak.Build a Voice Bible: Create a living document that outlines your tone, do's & don'ts, and sample copy so your team and tools aren't guessing.Repurpose Like a Pro: Turn one insight into 10 pieces of content with a simple AI-powered framework.Automate Without Losing Your Soul: Plan 90 days of strategic content that sounds like you and gets done without you.Stop Micromanaging, Start Leading: Your content should reflect your leadership, not drain it.Resources & Links:Download 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderJoin Community AI for FoundersUpcoming Workshop: Voice Bible Build & Test Day (Oct 25) — Only 10 spots!Related Episode: Episode 72 How Female Founders Delegate Like a CEO Before They Burn OutSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

In this conversation, Jey Young and Albert Butler explore the themes of resilience, loss, and the importance of family and faith in navigating life's challenges. Albert shares his personal journey, emphasizing the impact of his parents' teachings and the lessons learned from loss. They discuss the significance of maintaining strong family connections amidst the noise of modern life and the necessity of instilling values in children. The conversation also introduces practical frameworks for success, such as the PAR (Plan, Act, Review) and TPW (Training, Practice, Work) methods, and concludes with light-hearted questions in the Dad Zone.TakeawaysEvery man faces moments flat.Loss shapes our identity and perspective.True joy comes from embracing life's challenges.Family meetings create a safe space for communication.The noise of modern life complicates parenting.Faith provides a foundation for resilience.Discipline and consistency are key to success.Frameworks like PAR and TPW guide personal growth.Unconditional love is experienced through parenthood.Success starts at home with strong values.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Albert Butler's Journey02:47 The Impact of Family and Values05:28 Navigating Loss and Its Lessons08:07 The Role of Discipline and Resilience10:30 The Importance of Family Communication13:06 Confronting Modern Noise and Confusion15:35 Faith as a Guiding Principle23:40 The Armor of God and Spiritual Warfare25:13 Passing Down Faith Through Generations26:26 Transformation Through Faith28:29 Teaching Children to Question29:47 Equipping Children for a Noisy World38:26 The PAR Framework: Plan, Act, Review43:35 Fun in the Dad ZoneClick the link for YDP deals (Triad Math, Forefathers, and more) - https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Click this link for Pod Launch Coaching- https://linktr.ee/podlaunchcoachingInterested in being a guest on the Young Dad Podcast? Reach out to Jey Young through PodMatch at this link: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly,consider making a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod.

In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sit down with human performance specialist and coach Rob Wilson for a wide-ranging conversation that spans music, coach education, and what it really means to train for performance longevity. We dig into Rob's new book, The Check Engine Light: Tune In Your Body and Mind to Achieve Performance Longevity, and his work educating coaches through ALTIS and with special operations communities. Rob also shares why jiu-jitsu strength and conditioning still lacks clear performance standards and proposes building sport-specific frameworks (like lower-body clinching demands) before jumping to exercise selection. We talk grip strength vs endurance, avoiding redundancy and tendon issues, contra-specific training for durability, and why “recovery” isn't the goal—adaptation is—especially in elite sport. Sponsors: Daily Fitness Insider Newsletter: https://flex-diet.kit.com/bfa1510fa8 Available now: Grab a copy of the Triphasic Training II book I co-wrote with Cal Deitz here. Episode Chapters: 02:41 Nineties Music Nostalgia 05:08 Seasonal Listening Habits 11:17 Teaching and ALTIS Work 13:25 Building BJJ Performance Frameworks 22:55 Grip Strength and Tendon Tradeoffs 26:51 Grip Training Hacks and Extensions 37:34 Transfer, Gait, and Fuzzy Sports 46:13 Compensation in Athletes and Aging 51:50 Warrior Fitness Reset 53:00 Check Engine Light System 54:27 Spiderweb Symptoms Explained 56:12 Eyes Unlock Performance 57:53 Stuck in Your Box 01:02:47 Logistics and Stakeholders 01:06:08 Effects Over Modalities 01:08:55 Recovery vs Adaptation 01:15:50 Wearables Need Context 01:19:41 Effort When Tired 01:25:50 Cold Plunge Mindset 01:30:14 Book Links and Wrap Up 01:31:07 Final Thanks and Disclaimer Flex Diet Podcasts you may enjoy: Episode 275: Mastering Combat Sports Conditioning Using Advanced Training Techniques with Coach James Tognarini YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9Hc-VrsY4k&t=1s Connect with Rob: Book: https://www.thecheckenginelightbook.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecheckenginelight Website: https://www.wilsonhealthandperformance.com/ Get In Touch with Dr Mike: Instagram: Drmiketnelson YouTube: @flexdietcert Email: Miketnelson.com/contact-us

The moral of The Boy Who Cried Wolf is generally that liars aren't believed even when they tell the truth. But I wonder if that story actually tells us less about the boy and more about the village. The boy's behaviour didn't change. What changed was how the village responded. Each false alarm conditioned them to doubt what came next. Once that trust was gone, the villagers were living in a subtly created new reality. That feels uncannily familiar right now. In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast, we explore the storification of everything and its impact on our ability to trust what we hear about almost anything. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iN-FtQieUU A while back, my attention was caught by an Instagram carousel titled “8 Storytelling Frameworks Used by Million-Dollar Personal Brands (that you can steal).” It might have been the image of Mel Robbins on the front cover that did it. I love stories. Storytelling is a wonderful way to unlock our creativity and deepen our experience of humanity. But when I see storytelling packaged into marketing funnels with the aim not to tell better stories, but to become more persuasive and influential in shaping people's behaviour, I feel a bit of the ick. For me, the purpose of storytelling is to deepen empathy, compassion, and insight. There is nothing inherently wrong with a brand telling stories. What rankles me is when storytelling frameworks are used not to explore a truth but to manufacture one, with the goal simply to turn attention back to the storyteller and get people to part with their money. The storification of influencers and brands may give us insight into why so many of us are starting to feel jaded, cynical, and tired. The Fastest Way to Build Trust (and Destroy It) In branding and marketing, storytelling aims to persuade people to take a pre-designated action. The Instagram post reinforced this, saying: “Storytelling is the fastest way to build trust online. It makes people feel like they know you, and people buy from those they know.” But if this becomes disingenuous or dishonest, each fabricated story becomes another cry of wolf. We are naturally poised to trust, but we are also highly adaptable. If we are told enough stories that turn out to be untrue, it erodes our trust. We struggle to believe anything, even when it is real. Look at how many comments say “staged” or “fake” on videos that aren't staged at all. Storytelling may be the fastest way to build trust, but it can also be the fastest way to destroy it. I include examples to show that this isn't about whether storytelling frameworks work. I know they do. Rather, it’s about what happens when they are exploited. What happens to our faith and trust in what we hear and read in everyday life? The Storytelling Frameworks Here are the eight frameworks from that Instagram post. Before → After → Bridge – Show where you were, where you are now, and the specific bridge that got you there. Aha Moment – Tell the moment your perspective changed and the lesson behind it. Micro-Moment Story – Take a tiny, ordinary moment and extract a deeper truth from it. Mistake → Lesson – Share a mistake, then the lesson learned, and how it shaped your expertise. Enemy of the Hero – Define the villain your audience is fighting (fear, confusion, burnout) and position yourself as the guide. Scar → Skill – Reveal a vulnerable moment, then show the strength or transformation it built. From My Client’s Eyes – Tell a story from a client’s transformation, focusing on the emotional shift. Depth in 30 Seconds – Deliver a full story arc (tension, insight, outcome) in one punchy micro-story. These eight storytelling frameworks are widely taught in marketing circles. But as I explore in the episode, each one can either deepen trust or erode it, depending on the intent behind the story. What Can We Do About The Boy Who Cries Wolf? We might think of ourselves as the villagers in The Boy Who Cried Wolf. Enough of the village is still responding in good faith to dishonest stories. But the more we permit and encourage these tactics, the more good faith will erode. We will assume nothing is true and wonder what the storyteller is trying to squeeze from us. That is a bleak place to be, not least because we start writing off those who have taken the time to create honestly, as we cannot distinguish between truth and fabrication. What are we willing to tolerate? What are we helping to amplify? How are we equipping and rewarding the cries of wolf?

What if the thing exhausting you isn't your workload… but the fact that your business still depends on you for every decision?Because let's be honest there's a very specific kind of founder exhaustion that comes from realizing you built yourself into the bottleneck.In this Thursday quick-hit episode, Dawn Andrews shares the brutally honest story of the day a canceled meeting turned into a complete business redesign. What started as a quiet spiral of “Do I grow this? Burn it down? Start over?” became a 6-hour AI-powered breakthrough that helped her uncover the frameworks hidden inside years of bespoke client work.But this episode isn't another “AI will save your business” TED Talk in a blazer.It's about how to use AI as a strategic thinking partner without handing over your leadership, your judgment, or your brain. If you've been drowning in decisions, over-customizing your offers, or secretly wondering if your business still fits your life… this one is going to hit home.If you're tired of trying to solve every business problem alone, come join the conversation.The AI for Founders Community is where ambitious founders test ideas, ask messy questions, explore AI tools, and figure out how to scale without losing themselves in the process.Bring your half-formed ideas. Your weird prompts. Your “I think I'm doing too much” realizations. That's literally what it's for.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why founders become the bottleneck without realizing itThe hidden cost of rebuilding your services from scratch every timeHow AI can help you identify scalable frameworks inside your existing workThe difference between using AI for clarity vs. abdicating leadershipA simple shift that makes AI dramatically more useful: letting it interview YOUWhy “AI informs, you decide” needs to become your new leadership mantraResources & LinksAI for Founders CommunityRelated Episodes You'll Love169 | Why “Just Delegate” Is a Lie in Leadership (And How AI Changes the Game)128 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being December's Bottleneck122 | The 4-Stage AI Process Female Founders Use to Stop Losing 10 Hours Each Week079 | Your Attachment to the Founder Struggle is ExpensiveSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

What happens when interest rates stay elevated, global shipping lanes tighten, and AI hype collides with operational reality in wholesale distribution?In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, we break down the macroeconomic forces, supply chain risks, and AI driven transformation trends reshaping the distributor business model. From Federal Reserve policy and tariff pressure to agentic AI, CRM intelligence, and the B2B dark funnel, this episode gives distribution executives a practical framework for protecting margin, accelerating enterprise growth, and building competitive advantage in a volatile market.What You'll Learn:How Federal Reserve rate decisions influence capital investment, inventory strategy, and M&A activity in wholesale distributionWhy oil price volatility, freight rates, and global shipping disruptions directly impact gross margin architectureThe real economic impact of tariffs across importers, distributors, and end customersWhat agentic AI can and cannot realistically automate in distribution operations todayHow the “dark funnel” is transforming B2B sales strategy, CRM integration, and digital customer acquisitionEpisode Highlights:00:04 – Why macroeconomic volatility is no longer a background issue for distributors08:32 – How elevated interest rates reshape capital allocation and warehouse expansion decisions17:45 – Oil prices, shipping lanes, and why freight volatility compresses margin26:18 – The hidden operational complexity of tariffs and refund systems38:52 – Amazon's evolving global logistics model and its impact on traditional distribution51:10 – The truth about agentic AI, compute costs, and autonomous workflow risks01:03:27 – Understanding the B2B dark funnel and AI enabled CRM intelligence01:14:44 – What distribution leaders should prioritize right now for durable enterprise growthTools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned:Enterprise Growth Platform strategy for wholesale distributionAI enabled CRM and ERP integrationAgentic AI governance and workflow oversightToken economics and AI compute cost modelingDark Funnel revenue strategy for B2B customer acquisitionSupply chain risk mitigation planningClosing Insight:Wholesale distribution is no longer insulated from global economics or digital disruption. Leaders who combine disciplined capital allocation, intelligent AI augmentation, and data driven revenue strategy will outperform in uncertain markets.Leave a Review: Help us grow by sharing your thoughts on the show.Learn more about the LeadSmart AI B2B Sales Platform: https://www.leadsmarttech.com/Join the conversation each week on LinkedIn Live.Want even more insight to the stories we discuss each week? Subscribe to the Around The Horn Newsletter.You can also hear the podcast and other excellent content on our YouTube Channel.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok.

In this special livestream episode of Empowered Through Compassion, David and Heather are joined by an extraordinary panel of contributors from the book IFS-Informed EMDR: Creative and Collaborative Approaches for an amazing conversation exploring foundational frameworks that shape trauma healing. Together, Bridger Falkenstien, David Archer, Michelli Simpson, Athena Phillips, and Laura Kosak discuss the relational and systemic dimensions of healing, including: intersubjectivity, anti-racist psychotherapy, dissociation and spirituality. We even bring up topics such as predictive processing, structural dissociation, and revolutionary joy! We look at the role that culture and identity plays in therapy. Throughout the conversation, a shared thread emerges: healing does not happen in isolation. Trauma exists within systems, relationships, histories, and bodies. As a result, healing often requires compassionate attunement within a relational space. This discussion explores how therapists can move beyond techniques and toward a deeper understanding of the therapeutic relationship itself as part of the healing process. The panel reflects on the importance of slowing down, listening to protective systems, cultivating consent and of course being mindful of co-regulation. We can honor spirituality by understanding how people make meaning of their surroundings and their inner world. This episode is for therapists, healers, and anyone interested in the evolving intersection of EMDR, IFS, attachment, dissociation, systems thinking, and relational trauma healing.   THEMES DISCUSSED IFS-informed EMDR Dissociation and structural dissociation Predictive processing and memory reconsolidation Intersubjective and relational healing Trauma and systemic oppression Anti-racist psychotherapy Spirituality and meaning-making Co-regulation and consent Therapist parts and relational presence   GUEST HIGHLIGHTS Bridger Falkenstein Bridger discusses Somatic Integration and Processing (SIP), intersubjectivity, and the importance of understanding therapy as a relational field rather than a one-person psychology. He explores the “window and mirror” metaphor and how therapists must remain aware of both the client's experience and their own presence within the room. Website: https://beyondhealingcenter.com David Archer David Archer explores anti-racist psychotherapy, systems awareness, predictive processing, and the relationship between trauma, oppression, dissociation, and culture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding clients within broader systemic and historical contexts. Website: https://archertherapy.com/ Michelle Simpson Michelle highlights the importance of recognizing the systems surrounding both therapist and clients. She speaks about cultural identity, embodied dissociation, and how therapists can become allies to disempowered and subjugated people. Specifically, she shares importance of being a compassionate witnesses and advocating for clients who are threatened by the larger culture. Website: https://www.spirosperopllc.com/ Athena Phillips Athena shares powerful insights on structural dissociation, fragmentation, consent, pacing, and co-regulation. She explores how dissociation can be understood as an adaptive survival strategy and emphasizes the importance of slowing down and gaining permission within trauma work. Website: https://athenaphillips.com/ Laura Kakalec Laura discusses spirituality, meaning-making, transpersonal healing, and the importance of helping clients reconnect with a larger sense of belonging and connection. She also reflects on the emerging relationship between AI, emotional support, and the human longing for connection and meaning. Website: https://laurakosak.com/   ABOUT THE BOOK IFS-Informed EMDR: Creative and Collaborative Approaches explores the evolving integration of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Featuring a diverse group of contributors, the book highlights relational, creative, somatic, systemic, and spiritually informed approaches to trauma healing. Edited by David Polidi. Published by Routledge.   ABOUT EMPOWERED THROUGH COMPASSION Empowered Through Compassion is a trauma-informed therapy and educational platform co-created by David and Heather Polidi. Through therapy, consultation, podcast conversations, livestreams, and trainings, ETC explores the integration of Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, attachment theory, and relational healing. The Empowered Through Compassion podcast brings together clinicians, authors, researchers, and healers to explore compassionate and integrative approaches to trauma healing and human connection. Learn more at: https://www.empoweredthroughcompassion.com

Did you know our brains are wired to fear uncertainty MORE than suffering? The good news is that in the same way you can build muscles, you can build your tolerance for the unknown. When you're comfortable with uncertainty, you'll be less anxious, go after more opportunities, find more success, and make better decisions. And that is exactly what you're going to learn how to do today.  My guest is Simone Stolzoff, a famous journalist and best-selling author, who dives into the learnings and stories from his new book How To Not Know: The Value of Uncertainty in a World That Demands Answers.

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding™ Podcast, Jaci and Michael sit down with Andy Weiss, CMO and marketing strategist, to talk about why the playbooks that got us here will not get us where we need to go – and what to do instead. Andy brings a perspective shaped by decades of experience scaling B2B companies and working with brands like Sprint, Comcast, and Oscar Mayer, and a conviction that mental models and frameworks outlast any tactical script. He opens up about flaming out in his first in-house marketing role and how that failure led him to Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, and a completely different way of thinking about marketing strategy. From the danger of operating like a day trader to the flattening effect of AI giving everyone the same tools and playbooks, Andy makes a compelling case for why the marketers who stop and think before they execute are the ones who will stand out. He also breaks down why B2B brands hide behind rationality when buyers are still making emotional decisions first and justifying them second. Key Takeaways Playbooks work when conditions are ideal, but frameworks and mental models give you a way to think when conditions are not Operating like a day trader in marketing – chasing quick wins without fundamentals – is not sustainable over the long haul AI has flattened execution, which means brands that cannot create a real point of difference are more vulnerable than ever If you do not know your customers well enough to describe them, your marketing will be generic by default B2B buyers make emotional decisions first and rational justifications second – the best marketers meet them on a human level The goal is not to avoid playbooks entirely, but to know when to use them and when to think beyond them Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at razorbranding.org

Dave Sanderson, the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, known as the Miracle on the Hudson, brings 37 years of sales leadership and hard-earned crisis experience to a conversation with Brendon Dennewill about what it actually takes to build resilient teams and make decisions under pressure. From the ASSESS Framework and the A-to-I Affinity Model to the VCR leadership structure developed with Chad Jenkins, Dave unpacks the systems that separate leaders who hold the line from those who collapse when pressure compounds. If your organization is navigating uncertainty, low trust, or execution breakdown, this episode is the blueprint you didn't know you needed.What You'll LearnWhy trust outranks competence in high-stakes hiringThe three levers for managing your mental state under pressureCaptain Sullenberger's unique ability, and what it means for your teamThe VCR Framework: Vision, Capability, ReachHow the ASSESS Framework works in real-time crisis decisionsThe A-to-I model: Access to Influence to AffinityWhy "proximity is power" is your fastest path to growthResources MentionedResilience Partners Group"Moments Matter" by Dave Sanderson "Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss "Selling in a Post-Trust World" by Larry Levine Tom Hopkins"The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni  ASSESS frameworkIs your business ready to scale? Take the Growth Readiness Score to find out. In 5 minutes, you'll see: Benchmark data showing how you stack up to other organizationsA clear view of your operational maturity Whether your business is ready to scale (and what to do next if it's not)Let's ConnectSubscribe to the RevOps Champions NewsletterLinkedInYouTubeExplore the show at revopschampions.com. Ready to unite your teams with RevOps strategies that eliminate costly silos and drive growth? Let's talk!

Are you feeling stuck in your legal career, unsure whether you need a small shift or a bigger strategic change?        In part two of this three-part Lawyer Success Frameworks series, I explore how to create greater career clarity so you can move forward with more confidence and intention.  Career strategy begins with understanding what you truly want, where your strengths lie, and what type of professional environment will best support your goals.          I break down the key pillars of career clarity, from setting your internal GPS to evaluating your ideal context and creating a practical strategy for meaningful progress. This work is about moving beyond drift or indecision and taking a more deliberate role in shaping your future. Whether you are questioning your current role, planning for long-term growth, or simply wanting to feel more aligned in your practice, this episode will help you start identifying what comes next.                          Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/260           Click here to grab my procrastination protocol checklist: https://mailchi.mp/0c249b28750c/procrastination_protocol            Click here to grab my time management podcast roadmap: https://mailchi.mp/d267dabde299/time-management-lawyers-podcast-roadmap

What if the thing you worked hardest to build your personal brand, is the exact thing making your business harder to scale, harder to sell, and harder to escape?Let's be honest: a lot of female founders accidentally build businesses that can't survive without them. The relationships live in your phone. The decision-making lives in your head. The delivery depends on your presence. And while that might feel flattering for a while? It's also exhausting. And expensive.In this episode, Dawn Andrews breaks down why founder dependency quietly destroys scalability, lowers exit value, and traps founders inside businesses they thought would eventually give them freedom. She shares a real story of two founders preparing to sell their company after nearly 20 years only to discover buyers weren't just buying the business. They were buying continued access to them.You'll learn the 3-part framework for building a company that creates value beyond your personal bandwidth using systems, delegation, leadership infrastructure, and AI-powered frameworks that actually transfer.If this episode hit a nerve, your next step is joining the free AI for Founders Community.Key TakeawaysYour personal brand may open doors, but systems are what make your business transferable.Founder dependency doesn't just create burnout, it lowers business valuation and limits scalability.If your frameworks only live inside your brain, you don't have scalable IP yet.AI can help you extract, document, and operationalize your decision-making faster than ever before.Building other visible leaders inside your company strengthens your brand instead of weakening it.Resources & LinksJoin the AI for Founders CommunityExplore CEO Clarity ConsultingRelated EpisodesEP. 163 — 3 Standard Operating Procedures Every Founder Should Build in 30 Minutes Using AIEP. 169 — Why “Just Delegate” Is a Lie in Leadership (And How AI Changes Everything)EP. 146 — The Delegation Mistake That's Keeping You Stuck Working 60 Hours a WeekSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

What if the most important thing in your life is the one you can't see?This milestone episode introduces two ancient Balinese concepts that are now the beating heart of the studio itself — Sekala (the seen) and Niskala (the unseen). Through an unscripted, thoughtful conversation, the episode explores what runs our lives beneath the surface: thoughts, intuition, gut feelings, spiritual energy, and the invisible forces shaping every decision we make. From ignoring your gut to the discomfort of saying yes when you mean no, from the breath inside a yoga pose to the love inside a home-cooked meal — the seen and the unseen are always working together. The Balinese don't treat one as more real than the other. Most of the modern world does. This episode is an invitation to tend to both — and to ask yourself honestly which one you've been neglecting.----------Episode Chapters:00:00:29 Introduction00:01:31 What's Invisible in Your Life Right Now?00:02:41 Thoughts, Feelings, and the Ethereal Plane00:04:31 How Much Energy Do You Spend on How You Look vs. How You Feel?00:07:00 When Did You Ignore Your Gut — and What Did It Cost?00:13:45 Saying Yes When You Mean No — Intuition and Boundaries00:18:43 Revealing the Topic: Sekala and Niskala Explained00:20:00 Balinese Culture and Why It Draws People to Bali00:22:11 The Two Studio Shalas — Niskala Upstairs, Sekala Downstairs00:23:44 How Much Do You Tend the Seen vs. the Unseen?00:25:08 The Unseen in Yoga Poses, Mastery, and Creativity00:31:34 The Unseen in Other People — Compassion and Empathy00:33:03 When Someone Called Self-Reflection a Waste of Time00:34:36 What Western Society Gets Wrong — and What Bali Gets Right----------Mentions & Resources:Michael Henri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/Byron de Marsé's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byronyoga/The IN Movement Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/the_in_movement/Balinese concepts explored:Sekala — the seen, physical, tangible worldNiskala — the unseen, spiritual, energetic realmYoga concepts referenced:Prana Vayus (winds of energy within the body)Yamas and Niyamas (ethical guidelines, not rules)Frameworks mentioned:Human Design — sacral authority and splenic authorityManifestation (101 level overview)Cultural references:Andrew Tate — referenced briefly as an example of extreme seen-world thinkingThe Beatles — referenced as an example of unseen creative masteryStudio context:Niskala Shala — upstairs daily practice roomSekala Shala — downstairs training/learning spaceStudio naming informed by Kimberly (half-Balinese teacher)----------Tags: Sekala, Niskala, Balinese culture, seen and unseen, intuition, yoga philosophy, spirituality, mindfulness, self-reflection, inner world, human design, manifestation, prana, yoga studio, Bali, grounding, consciousness, empathy, compassion, personal growth, inner work, yoga, energy, milestone episode

Could a framework change the way you think about your time, your strengths, or your team? In this episode, Helen and Sarah borrow brilliance from three tried-and-tested strategic models, and put them to the test with AI prompts, Post-it® Big Notes, and a live coaching conversation to see how useful they actually are. From a classic time management matrix to a strengths development tool to a team effectiveness framework that's been around since the 70s, this episode is brought to you in partnership with Post-it® Brand. If today's episode sparked an idea, stick it down, find out where to buy Post-it® products at go.3M.com/squiggly

Andy McDonald is a strength and conditioning coach turned rehab innovator. He’s the founder of Gameplan Performance, and host for the Informed Performance Podcast. In this episode, Andy and I attempt to unravel the complexities of athlete recovery. He challenges the traditional “three-phase rehab model” of return to play, and advocates for a more nuance and […] The post Andy McDonald on Performance Frameworks, Integrated Rehab Cultures, and Return to Play appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.