Podcasts about gamifying

 EPISODE DESCRIPTION I sat down with Kenny Wood, CEO of Sleepagotchi, to talk about one of the most underrated pillars of health , sleep. Kenny brings over 20 years of games industry experience, from building Barbie titles in Yorkshire to shipping serious simulations for the Dutch government, and now he's channelling all of that into a product that sits at the crossroads of gaming, AI agents, and wellness. We dig into how Sleepagotchi works, why sleep is the root of everything from longevity to job performance, how they have engaged over 2 million users, what is coming next with multiple AI agents covering sleep coaching, meal planning, and even a shopping agent, and why health data regulation is one of the trickiest challenges in the space. If you have ever bragged about running on four hours of sleep, this episode is for you. DISCLAIMERNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/ CONNECT Sleepagotchi Website:https://www.sleepagotchi.com/Telegram: https://t.me/sleepagotchiLITE_botWeb3 with Sam Kamani Website: https://www.web3pod.xyz KEY POINTS WITH TIMESTAMPS • [00:00] Sam introduces Sleepagotchi and Kenny Wood, highlighting 2 million users at the crossroads of wellness, AI, and gaming• [01:11] Kenny shares his 20+ year journey in games , from Barbie titles and Transformers to serious simulations for the Dutch government• [02:11] Kenny's role as CTO of Moonlander, building AI-generated scene generation sold to Alpha 3D, before joining Sleepagotchi as CEO• [03:50] How Sleepagotchi works , pulling data from wearables via Apple Health Kit and Android Health Connect, processed by AI agents• [05:25] The unique feature coming soon: asking the AI direct questions about your own sleep data• [06:54] Why sleep-to-earn is different from step-to-earn , habit formation over token emissions• [08:54] Why sleep is culturally undervalued and how fixing sleep improves everything from longevity to job performance• [11:42] How habit and motivation are the key to long-term user retention beyond early incentives• [13:02] The GDPR and health data regulation challenge , and why all Sleepagotchi data stays on-device and anonymous• [15:24] The case for anonymous health data cohorts accelerating medical research at population scale• [17:09] Sleepagotchi's numbers: 2 million Telegram lite app users and 200,000 iOS and Android users• [21:23] What is next , four AI agents: sleep coach, wellness coach, meal planner, and a shopping agent with a health marketplace• [23:18] The biggest challenge: delivering something genuinely useful and novel while navigating health and wellness regulations• [25:30] The future of AI personal assistants and how the film Her might be a blueprint for where health AI is heading• [27:28] Kenny's biggest ask , try the app and follow Sleepagotchi on their official channels

Survivor winner Kyle Fraser returns to First Round's On Me to introduce Paprclip, a social accountability app designed to help people accomplish goals, build better habits and strengthen their relationships together.Kyle explains how an unexpected moment involving a cartoon and a paperclip inspired the original idea—and how his secret Survivor alliance with Kamilla Karthigesu eventually evolved into a real-world business partnership.We explore why traditional habit trackers often fail, how accountability changes motivation and why completing goals alongside another person can be far more powerful than trying to do everything alone.Kyle also breaks down Paprclip's shared goals, habits, daily challenges, group functionality and private photo and video check-ins. He shares how the platform could help friends, couples, families, new parents and members of the ADHD and neurodivergent communities stay connected while becoming better versions of themselves.The conversation also covers entrepreneurship, choosing the right co-founder, maintaining adult friendships, protecting your imagination and learning to stop measuring your worth by how much other people like you.Paprclip's Kickstarter launches July 14. Follow the campaign through the link below and support the team as they prepare for beta testing.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1638490462/paprclip-the-social-accountability-app?ref=aj5ebcIn this episode:• Why accountability is more powerful than motivation• How Kyle came up with the idea for Paprclip• Why most habit-tracking apps fail• Building goals and habits with friends• How body doubling can improve consistency• Using accountability within marriages and families• Gamifying personal growth without replacing human connection• Kyle and Kamilla's transition from Survivor allies to co-founders• The loneliness of becoming a solo founder• Why friendship and imagination matter• What Kyle would tell his 10-year-old selfSubscribe to First Round's On Me for more honest conversations about dating, relationships, personal growth and genuine human connection.Happy connecting.00:00 Kyle Fraser Returns01:10 Becoming a New Father01:46 Where Paprclip Came From03:20 Turning an Idea Into an App05:38 What Is Paprclip?07:09 Accountability With Friends or Strangers08:17 Daily Challenges and Gamification09:33 Completing Goals Together10:20 Group Paprclips and Shared Content12:02 Why Habit Trackers Fail13:11 Accountability and the Loneliness Epidemic14:06 Maintaining Long-Distance Friendships15:00 Competition, Chores and Relationships17:02 Who Is Paprclip Built For?18:25 Fitness, Marriage and New Parenthood20:16 Making Adult Life Fun Again21:25 Introducing the New Dating App22:07 Calendars, Organization and AI23:24 Why Paprclip Is Human-Centered24:18 Paprclip's Development and Beta24:57 The July 14 Kickstarter27:13 Paprclip and the ADHD Community27:53 The Loneliness of Being a Founder28:38 Choosing Kamilla as a Co-Founder31:25 Paprclip's Vision for the Future32:01 Friendship and Imagination34:02 Finding Your Real Cheerleaders35:34 Refusing to Lose Your Creativity36:32 Advice to Kyle's 10-Year-Old Self37:39 Supporting Paprclip38:19 Where to Find the Kickstarter

Who will be the Democratic presidential nominee in 2028? What will the price of gold be at the end of the week? Who will win the World Cup? All of these are relatively benign bets you can make today. But there are other bets that maybe aren't so benign, like will Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro be removed from office by the end of January? That well-timed bet, made in the hours before the U.S. captured and extracted Maduro, netted the anonymous investor who made it $400,000. Are prediction markets democratizing information as some argue or are we monetizing reality in a way that incentivizes perverse motives? Alex Goldenberg, Fellow at Rutgers University, joins The Excerpt to explain how these markets work and the risks they pose financially and politically. (This episode originally aired on February 11, 2026.)Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Frédéric Guitton: How iTarget Golf Is Gamifying the Future of Driving Ranges What if the driving range became more than just a place to hit a bucket of golf balls? In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, Shane Larson sits down with Frédéric Guitton, Chief Revenue Officer of iTarget Golf, to talk about golf technology, driving range innovation, sports business, and how gamification is changing the way people experience the game of golf. This conversation is for golfers, driving range owners, golf course operators, sports entrepreneurs, families, and anyone interested in how technology can enhance sports experiences without taking away from the game itself. Frédéric shares how iTarget Golf is helping driving ranges create a more interactive and memorable experience through LED targets, interactive bay lights, ball tracking integration, and gamified golf experiences that reward players in real time. Instead of the traditional driving range experience where someone simply buys a bucket of balls and hits into an open field, iTarget Golf helps facilities create moments of instant feedback, competition, and entertainment. The goal is to make practice more fun, help golfers build confidence, attract new audiences, and give range owners new ways to grow their business. We talk about the gap between traditional golf practice facilities and high-end golf entertainment venues, and why there is a huge opportunity for driving ranges to become more engaging, more visual, and more family-friendly. Frédéric also explains several iTarget Golf products and concepts, including Night Saber, Strike Point, in-bay interactive lights, and Cash Cup Golf. Each product is designed to create a better player experience while also helping golf facilities improve customer retention, increase engagement, and create new revenue opportunities. In this episode, we talk about: How iTarget Golf is gamifying the driving range experience Why golf technology is changing the way people practice How LED golf targets create instant feedback for players Why driving ranges need to think beyond buckets of balls How range owners can create better customer experiences The difference between traditional golf practice and golf entertainment Why families and casual golfers are important to the future of golf How driving ranges can attract a wider audience How gamification can help build golfer confidence Why technology should enhance the sports experience, not take it over The business side of golf facilities and revenue growth Affordable installation and practical implementation for range owners Weather, maintenance, warranty, and operational questions How iTarget Golf is installing systems around the world The future of sports technology and golf innovation One of the biggest themes of this episode is that technology works best when it enhances the experience. Frédéric explains that the mission is not just to sell targets. It is to help create better memories, better practice sessions, better family experiences, and more opportunities for people to fall in love with golf. Whether you are a golfer looking for a more enjoyable way to practice, a driving range owner looking to grow your business, or someone interested in the business side of sports technology, this episode offers a fascinating look at where golf entertainment is headed. Learn More About iTarget Golf Website: https://itargetgolf.com Contact: info@itargetgolf.com GTG Partnerships Fascia Sticks As athletes, lifters, runners, coaches, and everyday movers, we all deal with tight spots that are hard to reach. That's why I'm excited to share Fascia Sticks. The Fascia Stick Pro is a stainless steel precision tool designed to help target smaller areas like the hands, feet, neck, jaw, temples, and around joints where tension can build up. 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In this episode of Service Drive Revolution #366, Chris, Hogi, and Adam keep the energy rolling right out of America's historic 250th Fourth of July weekend by tackling a digital process that is completely taking over the industry—and failing miserably in most shops: video inspections. The team pulls no punches as they break down why so many dealerships are struggling with open rates, crashing hours per RO, and uncomfortable technicians. Chris shares why forcing veteran technicians to perform like social media influencers is killing your shop's momentum, and how standard digital video apps can actually destroy customer trust if your processes are fundamentally broken on paper first. We unpack the hidden psychology of video, what politics can teach us about camera angles and lighting, and why the person at the manufacturer who forced this software on your drive has likely never written a repair order in their life.

The conversation focused on innovative tools, dealership culture, and fresh perspectives on the evolving landscape of fixed ops. Special guest Kyle Disher of Rev Dojo shares his experiences working with hundreds of dealerships, from sales training and hiring to launching a video game dedicated to car sales.The discussion explored the importance of bridging the gap between variable and fixed ops, highlighted actionable improvements in customer engagement (including a live mystery shop of a parts department), and offered a behind-the-scenes look at passion projects designed to elevate dealership teams. If you're looking to stock smarter, empower your parts team, and leverage new tech to drive efficiency, this episode brings the energy, real talk, and a few laughs.--------------------------------------------This show is powered by PartsEdge: Your go-to solution for transforming dealership parts inventory into a powerhouse of profitability. Our strategies are proven to amp up parts sales by a whopping 20%, all while cutting down on idle inventory. If you're looking to optimize your parts management, visit

This week, we're continuing our summer practice and motivation tip series with performing musician, music educator, early childhood educator, and parent Annie Reed. Annie shares a strategy that has transformed practice for her children the past few months and I can't wait for you to hear it!  Links in this Episode: Book: Power On: Managing Screen Time to Benefit the Whole Family  by Ash Brandin The Game Educator on Instagram  Annie Reed on Instagram  Annie Reed's website  Listen to the episode with Megan Orton on Screen time and Motivation for Music Practice    Be a part of the Summer Podcast Series by sharing your own practice tip or tip about motivation for practice SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE HERE Sign up for the Monthly Newsletter: SuzukiTriangle.com/Newsletter This episode is made possible by Christine's webinar all about developing focus and concentration in music practice. Sign up to watch HERE:  SuzukiTriangle.com Connect with Christine on Instagram TRANSCRIPT   

In this episode, Mal explores the impact of social media and technology on Christian faith, emphasizing the importance of genuine spiritual discipline over superficial content consumption. She discusses the dangers of gamification, content addiction, and the need for authentic community and Bible study.Articles Mentioned in the Episode:The Age of Christian Content Girl Talk= False Teaching Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Housekeeping02:24 Book Club and Upcoming Content05:28 The Digital Age of Christianity08:01 Concerns About Gamification of Faith10:46 The Importance of Community and Church Attendance13:16 Navigating Christian Influencer Culture15:48 The Fruit of Faith and Authenticity18:38 Self-Reflection and Intentions in Faith20:45 Cultural Influences on Christian Women23:23 The Balance of Self-Care and Selflessness28:12 Balancing Self-Care and Selflessness30:19 Navigating Relationships and Commitment Issues32:35 The Impact of Casual Intimacy on Culture35:11 Intentional Consumption of Media38:43 The Importance of Deep Bible Study45:46 Reflection and Growth in FaithFollow on Instagram:TOG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thoseothergirlspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@malyourgalpal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a Other Girls Media production.You are able to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, Pandora PLUS YouTube.Join our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sponsors:COL 192:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://col1972.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "thoseothergirls1972"America Women Beauty:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://americanwomanbeauty.net/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "mal15"Garnuu:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garnuu.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "othergirls10"The Pink Rose:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shopthepinkrose.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "othergirls10"Want more TOG?Get the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Those Other Girls Youtube Channe⁠⁠l⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Chipotle COO Jason Kidd joins Fast Casual Nation hosts Paul Barron and Cherryh Cansler to break down how the 4,100-unit brand is winning and retaining the next-generation diner. From the full value equation and menu innovation to AI-powered hiring, digital order accuracy, and a major back-of-house equipment overhaul rolling out to nearly half the chain, Kidd pulls back the curtain on the operational strategies keeping Chipotle at the top of the fast casual game — and shares what real hospitality actually looks like at scale. #fastcasual #Chipotle #RestaurantIndustry Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/ Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights. Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory

Francis Rose discusses the U.S. military's efforts to integrate AI by "gamifying" systems to make them intuitive for young, video-game-literate service members. He also highlights CISA's work in rebuilding its workforce to protect private-sector cyber infrastructure and the Army's Joint Innovation Outpost, which aims to accelerate the transition of technology from private inventors to the battlefield. (16)1606

This week, Dan and Donnie welcome Adam Weber, co-founder and CEO of Driven, to discuss how data and employee engagement tools can help pest control companies improve performance. Adam shares his journey from pest company owner to developing Driven, an employee engagement platform that helps service professionals see real-time scorecards and performance metrics. They cover how Driven works, the importance of giving employees ownership of their performance data, and why pest companies should focus on maximizing labor efficiency.  Guest: Adam Weber, co-founder and CEO of Driven Hosts: Dan Gordon, PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists: https://pcobookkeepers.com/ Donnie Shelton, Triangle Home Services: https://trianglehomeservices.com/ Sponsors: Coalmarch: https://www.coalmarch.com/podcast PestSure: https://www.pestsure.com/ Voice for Pest: https://www.voiceforpest.com/podcast Forshaw: https://www.forshaw.com/ Peer Groups: https://www.pmpindustryinsider.com/peergroups   Insiders Conference:  https://www.pmpindustryinsider.com/conference    

In this high-energy episode of Tall Boy Radio, Beans sits down with a guest who knows a thing or two about precision, endurance, and the thrill of the hunt. Joining us is Logan Poleon, better known to the community as the Geocaching Ninja.While Logan is a fierce competitor in the Ninja Warrior leagues—mastering salmon ladders and warped walls—he spends his "downtime" navigating the world's largest treasure hunt. Today, he's trading the obstacle course for the GPS coordinates to give us the ultimate deep dive into the world of Geocaching.Beyond the Blue Dot: Logan explains how to truly master the Geocaching app. If you're just using it to find the nearest container, you're missing out. Learn about filters, offline maps, and the hidden features that turn a casual stroll into an elite expedition.The Art of the Hide: Thinking of placing your own cache? It's not as simple as dropping a Tupperware box in the woods. Logan breaks down the ethics, maintenance, and creative considerations you need to master before, during, and after you hit "publish."The Power of Community: From local meetups to the massive scale of Mega Events, discover why the social side of geocaching is just as rewarding as the finds themselves.Gamifying the Hunt: Drawing from his Ninja Warrior background, Logan discusses how to bring a competitive edge to the hobby—tracking stats, chasing milestones, and pushing your physical limits to reach those "Difficulty 5" terrain caches.The Ninja's Gear Bag: Don't get caught unprepared! Logan shares his essential kit list—from "Tools of the Trade" (TOTT) to the safety gear every serious cacher should carry.Logan Poleon is a multi-discipline athlete and geocaching advocate. Whether he's competing in Ninja Warrior or trekking miles into the wilderness to find a micro-cache, Logan brings a unique blend of athleticism and analytical thinking to everything he touches.Check out Logan on InstagramInstagramtallboyradio.com

In this raw, funny and deeply validating episode, Linda breaks down the invisible social rules that neurodivergent women constantly trip over. This is not because we're “wrong,” but because the world communicates in coded language we were never handed the manual for. From “We should meet for coffee” (which often means please leave me alone) to “That's so interesting” (which usually means I'm not interested at all). Linda unpacks the hidden meanings behind everyday phrases and how they impact ADHDers in friendships, business and networking. She also dives into the emotional fallout of being misunderstood, the lack of grace many ADHD women experience post‑diagnosis and the power of gamifying daily routines to create stability and self‑trust. This episode is equal parts truth‑telling, humour and empowerment. A must‑listen for ADHD women, creatives and entrepreneurs.   Be part of an amazing group of people within The Small Steps Accountability Circle https://thehabitboss.com/smallstepscircle Grab tickets to the Take Space Event https://thehabitboss.com/take-space-event   10 Key Takeaways Neurotypical language is coded and ADHDers take things literally “I thought it meant honk if you like pizza… I just like pizza.” Literal interpretation isn't a flaw, it's a different operating system. 2. “We should meet for coffee” is often a polite exit, not an invitation If they don't set the time and date… they don't want to meet you for coffee.” This misunderstanding affects networking, collaborations and client relationships. 3. “We'll see” = No (and ADHD brains prefer direct honesty) “We'll see is usually no… just say no.” Clarity is kindness — especially for neurodivergent people. 4. ADHD women value truth over politeness We're not rude, we're efficient communicators who thrive on transparency. 5. Social cues are confusing, but patterns are obvious “We cannot read social cues… but we can see a pattern a mile off.” ADHD intuition is powerful. 6. Post‑diagnosis, many ADHD women receive less grace, not more “The amount of people who have just given me less grace… unbelievable.” This is a common and painful experience. 7. Masking hides our needs, unmasking reveals who supports us You learn quickly who can hold space for your real self. 8. Emotional safety determines connection If someone repeatedly dismisses your perspective, your nervous system stops trusting them. 9. ADHD opinions are often misinterpreted as criticism Even when you're simply expressing your own preference, people can take it personally. 10. Gamifying routines is a powerful ADHD life hack “I have a reset I do every morning… it takes five or ten minutes.” Small, structured rituals reduce overwhelm and create momentum.    

In this episode, Dan is joined by Jake Dyson to discuss his process of making training fun again by implementing a "gamification" element to his work with youth athletes. Jake Dyson is a performance coach and can be found on Instagram @emergeperformance where he shares innovative approaches to athletic development through gamified training, reactive movement, and competitive problem-solving. Known for blending creativity with performance principles, Jake has built a strong following by challenging traditional speed and agility models and helping athletes develop through variability, play, and real-world movement demands. Season 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician's hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound.Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model.Episode Affiliates: Airbands BFR (Coupon Code: DANIELBRAUN for 10% off), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN)If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review.Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

What if the problem isn't your creativity…it's that no one taught you how to turn it into a business?In this episode of the Walk In Victory Podcast, NaRon Tillman sits down with Paul Pape to break down one of the biggest gaps in the creative economy: Artists know how to create—but not how to monetize. From theater design to working with brands like Disney, Nickelodeon, and The Tonight Show, Paul shares how he transitioned from building sets and custom collectibles to helping creatives understand the business side of their work. Known as “Santa for Nerds,” Paul built a career around bringing ideas to life—but realized the real challenge wasn't making things… It was helping others understand how to position, price, and sustain what they create. Together, they unpack:• Why most creatives struggle financially despite their talent• The difference between branding and marketing—and why it matters• How to avoid costly mistakes early in business• Why learning on the fly often leads to losing money• How gamifying your business can simplify complex strategies• Why clarity in your role and structure is critical for growth• The importance of creativity in solving business problems• How to move from “starving artist” to sustainable creatorThis is not just a conversation about creativity.It's about ownership.Because creativity without structure…will always struggle to scale. 

Are you a "track everything" person or a "just do the thing" person? In this episode, Helen and Sarah borrow brilliance from the world of gamification — and have a genuinely fun debate about whether it actually works for your career. Helen comes in as a convert (she gamifies her sleep, her deep sleep, her exercise, her steps, and possibly her vegetables). Sarah comes in as a sceptic. What unfolds is an honest, practical exploration of when gamification helps, when it doesn't, and how to design a game that works for you — not one that makes you feel judged by an app.

Eric Thompson interviews Kayla Carosella, a Cleveland-based brokerage owner and Ninja Coaching client, about how she leveraged the Ninja scorecard to drive extraordinary results. During a six-week scorecard challenge, Kayla averaged 112 points per week, totaling 674 points, and generated five listings, new business opportunities, and recruiting conversations—all directly tied to consistent activity tracking. Kayla emphasizes that the foundation of her success was simple but powerful: consistently hitting 50 live interviews per week. She shares how she creates these opportunities through a combination of hosting networking events, attending community events, and making intentional follow-up calls. Her approach is rooted in genuine curiosity, asking meaningful questions, and focusing on learning something new in every interaction. A key insight from Kayla is that the scorecard didn't just increase her production—it re-energized her business. By adding daily text messages, handwritten notes, and structured follow-up, she reconnected with past relationships and deepened existing ones. The process became fun, competitive, and highly motivating, especially when combined with accountability and gamification. Ultimately, Kayla's story demonstrates that the scorecard is not just a tracking tool—it's a launchpad for consistent activity, stronger relationships, and predictable business growth. Her message is clear: you don't need perfection, you need progress, and everything starts with meaningful conversations. Key Takeaways The key to high scorecard performance is consistently achieving 50 live interviews each week Networking events and community engagement are powerful ways to generate live conversations Simple actions like "you came to my mind" texts can create meaningful reconnections and opportunities Tracking interactions in real time is essential to staying consistent and maximizing results Gamifying activity through challenges increases motivation, consistency, and enjoyment Progress matters more than perfection; small improvements week over week create big results Memorable Quotes "You have to get your 50 live interviews." "Just be a real person." "Be the human that tries the hardest." "It's progress over perfection." Links: Website: https://ninjaselling.com/ninja-podcast/ Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com Phone: 1-800-254-1650 Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/TheNinjaSellingPodcast Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninjasellingofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/ Lokal Real Estate: https://www.lokalrealestate.com/ Katie Carosella: https://www.lokalrealestate.com/agent/921/Kayla_Carosella

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAffiliate is getting a lot more attention in DTC right now, and for good reason. In this episode, Yash Chavan, Founder and CEO of SATHI & SARAL, breaks down why the channel looks so attractive on paper, where it falls apart in practice, and what brands can do to make it perform like a real growth engine.Claim your free trial and 20% across all pricing plans at mysathi.io. Don't forget to use the code DTC! Request your free trial: http://www.mysathi.io/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=dtc&utm_campaign=dtc-podcastWe get into:Why affiliate is attractive to operators and finance teamsHow last-click attribution distorts performance dataWhat affiliate fraud actually looks like inside a real programHow to think about multi-touch attribution by product categoryWhy gamification matters if you want creators to stay activeHow affiliate fits alongside Meta, TikTok, and retargetingWhat to steal:Run a fraud scan on your current affiliate program and check for leaked codesBuild commission tiers and milestone bonuses to keep strong creators engagedChoose an attribution model based on how your product actually gets boughtIf you're a DTC marketer, founder, or growth lead trying to lower CAC, improve measurement, and build a more durable acquisition program, this episode is essential listening.Timestamps00:00 Affiliate marketing explained02:00 Why affiliate is hard to scale04:00 The problem with last-click attribution06:00 Affiliate fraud examples and risks09:00 Influencers shifting to affiliate models11:00 Why reels + links change everything13:00 How modern affiliate tracking works16:00 Multi-touch attribution strategies19:00 Retargeting affiliate traffic21:00 Gamifying affiliate programs24:00 How to start and scale affiliates27:00 Program hygiene and key metrics30:00 Where affiliate fits in your funnel33:00 The future of affiliate marketingSubscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

Ever wondered how independent artists actually turn their passion into something sustainable? In this episode, Xylo Aria chats with Amani Roberts about navigating the industry, building community, and finding your own path beyond just chasing viral moments.

Jim Hemerling is Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group's San Francisco office and a leader in the firm's People & Organization and Transformation Practices. He has been the leader of BCG Greater China and is a Fellow of the BCG Henderson Institute. His work with clients and his research focuses on holistic human-centric approaches to organizational transformation. Jim is a co-author of BCG's new book - Beyond Great: Nine Strategies for Thriving in an Era of Social Tension, Economic Nationalism, and Technological Revolution. Global companies remain hamstrung by organizational forms that leave them mired in bureaucracy and slow to respond to changing needs. To grow in the volatility of the 21st century, firms must go beyond the familiar matrix structure and reconfigure themselves in more flexible ways. COVID-19 and its myriad effects on ways of working will force leaders to rethink how they build teams and acquire, upskill, and retain talent. Hemerling and his colleagues launched a study of dozens of global companies to determine successful leadership strategies and found that, though seemingly obvious, the best leaders put people and their needs first, rather than regarding them as resources to exploit. Hemerling and coauthors write about these topics in Beyond Great: Nine Strategies for Thriving in an Era of Social Tension, Economic Nationalism, and Technological Revolution (October 6, PublicAffairs). BCG's first major book in years, it will redefine strategy in the post-COVID era. Extending their research far beyond the expected Silicon Valley players, Hemerling and his coauthors at BCG looked at over fifty companies and interviewed hundreds of CEOs across sectors and geographies. The trends: By 2030, companies around the world will have some eight-five million skilled jobs unfilled—a gap that will exact a severe economic toll; In a 2018 BCG survey of 366,000 people from two hundred countries, ranked "good work-life balance" as much more important than "financial compensation" Over 40 percent of hiring managers anticipated that nontraditional educational criteria—like a coding "boot camp"—would soon be just as good a credential as a college degree when evaluating candidates.   For incumbents to thrive amidst these challenges, they must deploy new strategies that touch every part of their business, from value propositions and global supply chains to leadership and social responsibility goals. A huge part of this is leadership and the future of work—how to retain employees, attract top talent, and navigate tension when global forces are changing attitudes about work and life. Examples of innovative leadership: Deemphasizing hierarchy encourages employees to take ownership of projects and propel them forward without bothering to seek approval from bosses; Exploiting the gray area of informal conversations that typically take place between colleagues allows employees to break free from their daily work and innovate; Gamifying candidate screening and identifying talent via online competitions and hackathons to appeal to a new generation. Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

Send us Fan MailRight now, gamified math platforms are everywhere—and yes, they can feel like a lifesaver. Students are engaged, they're excited, and for a moment, it feels like learning is happening seamlessly through technology in math classrooms. However, this episode invites you to pause and consider what these tools are actually teaching students about math.At first glance, math games seem to promote engagement. But in reality, many students are focused on speed, rewards, and getting back to the game—not on understanding the math. As a result, math learning can quickly become about getting the right answer fast, rather than making sense of the problem.

Richard Burnett is a sports performance coach with experience working across high-level athletic environments, including NFL Combine preparation, where he specializes in speed and power assessment, plyometric development, and preparing athletes for elite testing and competition. In this episode, Rich Burnett digs into reactive strength testing, jump feedback, and what really matters when evaluating plyometric ability in athletes. Rich explains the differences between tools like the Just Jump mat, force plates, and Plyomat, emphasizing that context and consistency matter more than chasing perfect numbers. The conversation then moves into single-leg RSI, asymmetries, NFL Combine prep, and how reactivity profiles can reveal sprint deficiencies. Rich also shares how he uses isometrics, band-assisted jumps, and single-leg testing to build faster, more explosive athletes with greater confidence and movement efficiency. Today's episode is brought to you by Hammer Strength. Use the code “LILAJUSTFLY10” for 10% off any Lila Exogen wearable resistance gear. For this offer, head to Lilateam.com Use code “justfly10” for 10% off the Vert Trainer View more podcast episodes at the podcast homepage. (https://www.just-fly-sports.com/podcast-home/) Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction to Jump Testing 4:55 – Context in Performance Metrics 8:11 – The Psychology of Feedback 11:59 – Transition to Combine Training 16:10 – The Importance of Single Leg Testing 20:06 – Analyzing Reactive Strength Index (RSI) 32:02 – Asymmetry in Athletic Performance 36:24 – Gamifying the Test 44:59 – Band-Assisted Techniques 55:30 – The Power of Isometrics 1:01:51 – Single Leg Reactivity Insights 1:07:08 – Exploring the Plyomat Richard Burnett Quotes "As long as you're using a piece of tech consistently and coaching well and all the things are the same, that's really what it's all about. That's why Mike Boyle still uses the same deal from 15 years ago and will continue to use the same one because he knows what it's telling him." "The more information you start to uncover the more context you need. Whether it's inflated or not, I know like a 40-inch standing vert on the Just Jump mat is legit. And I also know a 36-inch is good. It still provided us with some key context to allow us to track improvement." "I love RSI as a teaching tool. It's fantastic because a lot of kids don't understand. It's still gluing us in to what's going on with the athlete, how their strategies are. It's helping them understand plyometrics to begin with." "It's also from a symmetry thing, really enlightening to see the difference between a left leg and a right leg when you're testing them independently. You're like, 'wow, that is a massive difference.' And let's remember the fact that this athlete has had two ACLs on this side." "Single leg ground contact time and why you do some of these single leg reactivity drills in the first place because you're dealing with mass in your whole body on one leg. Contact time being rewarded in that sense is not necessarily a bad thing at all. And we're just seeing this clear separation of some of our athletes because of their ability to be more reactive on one leg." "DRI factors in automatically what your initial jump height is. I love it because they want to self-select that. As opposed to stepping off of a box that you just maybe don't feel as confident in, self-selecting that initial jump and then rebounding just feels more confident, feels more engaging and fun for kids." "What I had seen is a really high correlation with single leg max RSI and sprint ability in athletes. Higher than force plate jumps, higher than pretty much anything else." "The step further is now the cyclical five hop where I'm having to really tolerate all of this landing force from my own jump height that I'm creating on the single leg five hop RSI. That's the one that I'm wanting to really flesh out even more to know who's lacking reactivity." "The sprinting is enough for them to get that midfoot forefoot work but there's no real need to specify some sort of plyo around that when they're sprinting already and we sprint so much." About Richard Burnett Richard Burnett is a sports performance coach and the creator of Plyomat, an innovative training system designed to enhance plyometric development, coordination, and reactive strength across a wide range of athletes. With a coaching approach rooted in movement quality and progressive overload, Burnett has built a reputation for blending traditional jump training principles with creative, constraint-based environments that challenge timing, rhythm, and elastic output. His work emphasizes not just how high or far an athlete can jump, but how efficiently they can organize force, absorb impact, and transition between movements. Through Plyomat, Burnett has introduced a practical framework for integrating plyometrics into both high-performance and general athletic settings, offering coaches a scalable system that supports everything from foundational movement literacy to advanced explosive training. His ideas and methods have been adopted by coaches working in team sports, track and field, and youth development, particularly those looking to bridge the gap between structured strength training and dynamic, game-relevant movement.

Lirone Glikman is a globally recognized expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author specializing in business relationships, personal branding, and global business growth, based on a method she developed. She is the founder of The Human Factor by Lirone Glikman, a global firm with two main services: founder-led branding to founders and executives, helping them build credibility through U.S. Tier-1 media, podcasts, and LinkedIn. Lirone is also an international keynote speaker on business relationships and personal branding for growth. With experience across 28 countries, she has worked with Fortune 500 companies, governments, universities, and startups. She is the author of The Super Connector's Playbook and an executive director at the United Nations' NGO Committee on Sustainable Development.   Socials:   Website: www.LironeGlikman.com/tscp-book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lirone.glikman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lironeglikman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyXQS5cDSNv64FVNXdSMgCA   Summary:   In this episode, Lyndsay Dowd welcomes Lirone Glikman, a global thought leader who has advised major brands like Meta, Microsoft, and the United Nations. Lirone shares her personal story of moving to Australia and New York as a "dreamer" with limited English and zero connections, only to build a career as a world-renowned expert in relationship strategy. The conversation dives deep into moving past the "cringe" of traditional networking and instead focusing on authentic, strategic visibility and the power of internal trust to drive measurable business growth.   Key Takeaways:   - Normalize Social Anxiety - The 80/20 Rule of Small Talk - The Four Ps of Common Ground - Know, Like, Trust, Collaborate - Strategic Visibility over Bragging   Episode Chapters:   [00:00:27] – Three core lessons for today's episode [00:00:57] – Guest Intro: Who is Lirone Glikman? [00:02:07] – Lirone's Journey: From Sydney to New York City [00:05:40] – Why we "cringe" at networking and how to fix it [00:07:08] – Gamifying your relationship goals [00:08:36] – The Stages of Connection: Know, Like, Trust, Collaborate [00:09:53] – Mastering Small Talk with the "Four Ps" [00:13:41] – The "Invitation": Balancing the flow of conversation [00:14:45] – Storytelling: Tailoring your pitch for your audience [00:17:12] – Building a Personal Brand: Modesty vs. Speaking Up [00:20:44] – Trust as Currency: The hidden power of Internal Trust [00:26:16] – Where to connect with Lirone Glikman

Lisa is back with the final part of her wellness trilogy! Today, she's diving into the tools that help your life run like a well-oiled machine. From planners and apps to AI hacks and productivity shortcuts, Head Coach Lisa shows how intentional systems can make daily routines smoother, goals more achievable, and your wellness journey more manageable.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by to-dos, tasks, or tracking your progress, this episode gives you the strategies and tools to work smarter, not harder, so you can finally create the flow and balance you've been looking for.

What if weight loss wasn't about willpower—but about self-respect and finally listening to your body? In Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Yusuf, Jordan Mendoza shares the turning point that shifted everything—and why real change starts with awareness, not extremes. This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed by health advice, stuck in emotional eating patterns, or tired of “all-or-nothing” plans. You'll hear a grounded conversation on keto and intermittent fasting, building realistic habits, and staying consistent through mindset, values, and small daily wins. About the Guest: Jordan Mendoza is a coach, author, podcast host, and father of six. He shares how he lost 70 pounds in under a year using keto and intermittent fasting, and how he now supports entrepreneurs through community and coaching. Episode Chapters: 00:03:00 — Weight loss as self-respect, not punishment 00:04:21 — The six words from his child that changed everything 00:05:41 — Keto and fasting: what people misunderstand 00:08:09 — Mental clarity, quiet mornings, and cutting through noise 00:12:00 — Micro-wins, realistic goals, and sustainable momentum 00:14:30 — Emotional eating, comfort patterns, and conscious pauses 00:17:26 — Gamifying health habits without flipping life upside down How to Connect With the Guest: https://blaze-method.com/  (Free weekly workshop for entrepreneurs, 1 PM Eastern)   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

In a recent episode of the Snowpal Podcast, Krish sat down with Al Schuster, Co-Founder of Sample Finder and President of Polaris Brand Promotions, to discuss a timely and pressing topic: using experiential marketing to save the retail industry . Krish, a product leader and technology entrepreneur, guided the conversation through retail disruption, digital transformation, and the future of in-store engagement. Al brought firsthand industry insight from nearly a decade of building experiential brand activations across brick-and-mortar environments. Together, they explored how technology and human-centered experiences can coexist to reshape the future of retail.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Barry Jones of NRG Hockey. Barry is a hockey coach (inline, street, and ice) out of Perth, Australia.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Finding mentors and resources while being off the traditional hockey sceneCoaching evolution into Non-Linear methodsTraining design via Gamifying and bringing problems to be solvedImportance of psychological safety in learningExploratory learning and self-organizationBeing a hockey incubator for allBenefits of taking away player's best asset within problem solvingCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

This week, Head Coach Lisa dives into dopamine, motivation, and why you need to stop feeling guilty for needing a little incentive to get things done. Your brain is wired for reward, and when you understand how dopamine works, you can use it to your advantage instead of fighting it.If checking a box, earning a “win,” or creating a mini reward helps you follow through, that's not a weakness, it's a strategy. Learn how to work with your brain, not against it, and turn everyday tasks into momentum-building victories.

Grade 7 math teacher Gabriel Despatie (Ontario) shares what happened when he tried to “overlay” standards-based grading onto nine years of refined tests—and why he ultimately scrapped his assessments after realizing they were packed with filler that measured rounding, formatting, and test-taking more than the actual learning goals. Gabriel walks through the system that finally clicked: a weekly “Learning Carnival” where students work one standard at a time with three backwards-compatible performance levels (mild/medium/spicy), two questions per level, and unlimited retakes that count as mastery whenever they happen. The conversation dives into practical logistics (tracking sheets, retake flow, managing chaos), the surprising motivational impact of gamified mastery markers (smiley faces and fist pumps), and what changed when he temporarily hid percentage grades—only to see retakes drop as soon as the numbers returned. Along the way, Gabriel connects alternative grading to Building Thinking Classrooms, shares how Open Middle tasks improved assessment quality (without punishing reading comprehension), and reflects on why meaningful grading reform takes time, iteration, and community support.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Building Thinking Classrooms, by Peter LiljedahlModifying Your Thinking Classroom for Different Settings, by Peter LiljedahlResourcesThe Center for Grading Reform - seeking to advance education in the United States by supporting effective grading reform at all levels through conferences, educational workshops, professional development, research and scholarship, influencing public policy, and community building.The Grading Conference - an annual, online conference exploring Alternative Grading in Higher Education & K-12.Some great resources to educate yourself about Alternative Grading:The Grading for Growth BlogThe Grading ConferenceThe Intentional Academia BlogRecommended Books on Alternative Grading:Grading for Growth, by Robert Talbert and David Clark

No, this isn't about buying a headset or slaying dragons. It's about taking the everyday, boring tasks of adulthood (the ones that drain your energy) and turning them into games you can actually win.In this episode of Lisa's Corner, Head Coach Lisa shares how to shift your mindset from obligation to opportunity. When you turn tasks into choices, routines into challenges, and progress into points, productivity becomes more engaging and a lot more fun.This isn't about adding more to your plate. It's about changing how you approach what's already there. When you gamify your habits, you build momentum, get more done, and start winning in real life — one small task at a time.

Recently funded and aiming for sustainable retention? Intro chat (no sales pitch): professorgame.com/chat What if your research team worked like a raid party? Raul Mora shares how bringing gamer language and MMORPG structures into academia boosted clarity, motivation, and long-term commitment. This conversation explores community design, role-based engagement, and why listening to gamers is the most underrated retention strategy in education. Raúl is a professor at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellín, Colombia, now also teaching remotely from Trondheim, Norway. He's been in education for over 30 years, including time as a school and English teacher and as a college professor. His research explores second language literacy practices in the city, digital spaces, and schools. Rob Alvarez is Head of Engagement Strategy, Europe at The Octalysis Group (TOG), a leading gamification and behavioral design consultancy. A globally recognized gamification strategist and TEDx speaker, he founded and hosts Professor Game, the #1 gamification podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of global experts. He designs evidence-based engagement systems that drive motivation, loyalty, and results, and teaches LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and gamification at top institutions including IE Business School, EFMD, and EBS University across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.   Guest Links and Info Webs: Guest: elpatronhimself.net Research Lab: lslp.org LinkedIn: Raúl Mora Instagram: @lslplegion TikTok: @lslplegion Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/elpatronhimself.bsky.social Book: Understanding Second Language Users as Gamers   Links to episode mentions: Proposed guest: Antero Garcia Recommended book: What Video Games Have to Teach Us by James P. Gee Favorite game: Mortal Kombat   Lets's do stuff together! Let's chat about your gamification project YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Start Your Community on Skool for Free Ask a question

Who will be the Democratic presidential nominee in 2028? What will the price of gold be at the end of the week? Who will win the World Cup? All of these are relatively benign bets you can make today. But there are other bets that maybe aren't so benign, like will Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro be removed from office by the end of January? That well-timed bet, made in the hours before the U.S. captured and extracted Maduro, netted the anonymous investor who made it $400,000. Are prediction markets democratizing information as some argue or are we monetizing reality in a way that incentivizes perverse motives? Alex Goldenberg, Fellow at Rutgers University, joins The Excerpt to explain how these markets work and the risks they pose financially and politically.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Games are fun. Aren't they? When we play games — board games, video games, any kind of game — something magical happens. Games allow us to explore, to create little worlds where we can be different versions of ourselves. But when we turn life into a game — where we have to get the best grade, or the most money, or the most “likes” — then games stop being fun. Why is that? This week Sean speaks with philosopher C. Thi Nguyen about what a game really is, the difference between playing for enjoyment and playing to win, and why games lose their magic when the stakes become real. Thi argues that the things we value in life are increasingly captured by grades and likes and downloads and step counts and a thousand other metrics that quietly rewrite what we want and what we think makes us happy. Host: Sean Illing (@SeanIlling) Guest: C. Thi Nguyen, author of The Score We would love to hear from you. To tell us what you thought of this episode, email us at thegrayarea@vox.com or leave us a voicemail at 1-800-214-5749. Your comments and questions help us make a better show. And you can watch new episodes of The Gray Area on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this wide-ranging conversation, Sarah Jeanneault shares her unconventional journey from struggling with math in school to becoming a respected leader in fintech, trading education, and enterprise knowledge management. She and Dwayne Kerrigan explore the deep gaps in financial literacy, why traditional education often fails to prepare people for real-world decision-making, and how learning truly begins after formal schooling ends.Sarah explains how she applied adult learning theory to teach herself trading, why psychology matters more than numbers in the markets, and how curiosity, pattern recognition, and humility shaped her success. The discussion expands into the future of education, AI's role in learning, entrepreneurship, identity shifts after business exits, and the emotional reality of leadership transitions. This episode is a thoughtful examination of growth, risk, and why continuous learning is the most valuable skill anyone can develop.Episode Highlights:00:00 – Sarah opens by naming the gap in real-world financial literacy.02:00 – Dwayne introduces Sarah and frames the episode around learning and reinvention.05:00 – Sarah shares struggling with math and early assumptions about intelligence.09:00 – Losing her best friend and questioning the direction of her life.14:00 – Discovering trading and applying adult learning theory to self-education.18:00 – Why financial literacy is rarely taught despite its life-long impact.23:00 – Breaking down trading basics and removing unnecessary complexity.28:00 – Psychology, emotion, and why ego derails good financial decisions.33:00 – Risk, uncertainty, and learning to sit with discomfort.38:00 – Podcasts, curiosity, and self-directed learning as modern education.44:00 – Continuous learning as the foundation of entrepreneurship and leadership.49:00 – Gamifying learning to build confidence and consistency over time.54:00 – Building community through transparency and shared learning.59:00 – Scaling education-driven businesses and teaching at scale.64:00 – Identity shifts after acquisitions and redefining success.69:00 – Leadership, disagreement, and creating psychologically safe teams.74:00 – AI, critical thinking, and the future of learning.79:00 – Personal growth, reinvention, and staying curious long-term.84:00 – Reflections on learning, humility, and what truly creates confidence.88:00 – Closing thoughts, gratitude, and setting up Part 2.Key Takeaways:Financial literacy is rarely taught, yet deeply shapes life decisions.Learning accelerates when curiosity replaces fear of being “bad at math.”Real education often begins after formal schooling ends.Trading and business are driven as much by psychology as by data.Growth comes from pattern recognition, experimentation, and reflection.Entrepreneurship requires comfort with uncertainty and identity shifts.AI will amplify learning — but only if critical thinking is prioritized.Strong leaders create environments where disagreement is encouraged.Sustainable success comes from continuous learning and reinvention.Resources...

In this episode of the Be Wealthy Podcast, Brett Tanner and co-host Katelyn Mitchell break down how wealthy agents actually think about money—and why most people struggle to build lasting wealth despite high incomes.Together, they walk through practical financial models the wealthy use to make better decisions around spending, saving, housing, investing, and retirement. Brett and Katelyn explain how to calculate the net worth and passive income you truly need to live your ideal life, why burn rate matters more than you think, and how expectations play a major role in happiness.This conversation is a step-by-step guide for agents and entrepreneurs who want clarity, structure, and confidence in their financial decisions—so money supports freedom, not stress.

This week on Conflict Managed we welcome Joel Steele. Together we explore: Focusing on where you want to go, not what you're trying to avoid What are your emotions (gems) telling you? What is daily success? In conflict, what do you want? Joel's new book: The Life Switch What does it mean to live life (and work) “on” instead of “off?” Conflict Managed is available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube @3pconflictrestoration Joel Steele is living proof that your lowest moments can lead to your greatest breakthroughs. By age 25, he'd faced bankruptcy, near-death experiences, and life on the edge. But through raw self-awareness and bold decision-making, Joel flipped the switch—and completely rewired his life. Today, Joel is a financial expert, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and a member of the ownership group of the Denver Nuggets' G League affiliate (Grand Rapids Gold). He's the author of Life Switch: How to Experience the Power of Living On by Discovering Your Potential, Passion, and Purpose. Joel's a devoted husband and father who believes success means nothing if you don't know who you are off the stage, too.    Conflict Managed is produced by Third Party Workplace Conflict Restoration Services and hosted by Merry Brown.

In this episode of the Garage Gym Athlete podcast, Jerred Moon and Dave discuss the importance of consistency in fitness, particularly through their 300 Challenge. They share insights from the community, strategies for maintaining daily and weekly training goals, and the significance of front-loading workouts. The conversation also covers the epic version of the challenge, which includes additional volume and step goals, and how to effectively track and adjust these metrics. The hosts emphasize the need for intentionality in workouts and the benefits of community support in achieving fitness goals. Takeaways Consistency is key for success in fitness challenges. Breaking down goals into manageable chunks helps maintain motivation. Daily habits, like hitting 300 calories, can be challenging but rewarding. Front loading workouts can provide a buffer for busy weeks. Community support plays a crucial role in maintaining consistency. Tracking volume and steps can help in achieving fitness goals. Kettlebell exercises can significantly contribute to volume goals. It's important to be intentional about warm-ups and cooldowns. Gamifying workouts can lead to better habits in the long run. The challenge encourages accountability and intentionality in fitness.  Topics Garage Gym, Consistency, 300 Challenge, Training, Fitness, Community, Daily Habits, Volume Tracking, Steps, Epic Version  

We're talking RPGs again, this time in the company of Tanya Floaker (Mum Chums, Lo! Thy Dread Empire, Solstice, Be Seeing You, a|state). Along the way we'll get into Tanya's history with Moorcock and genre fiction, gaming in Thatcher's Scotland, first steps into game design and the pending launch of their new Kickstarter for The Thunder Perfect Mind, launching 1st February 2026. If you're interested in reading more, and even getting a hold of early drafts, check out Tanya's itch.io page. We'll also look into what Tanya would do around the gamification of Michael Moorcock's Multiverse, the 12-part comic series. I like it. I like it a lot. In addition, friend of the show and long-standing patron Randall Gatlin calls in to talk about all of this Moorcock malarkey and reveals what may possibly be the coolest interaction with Mike and Linda I've yet come across. Join us!

What if saying “yes” before you know how is the real creative superpower? In this episode of Was It Chance, Heather Vickery and Alan Seales sit down with Paul Pape—creative problem navigator, TEDx speaker, author, and the man affectionately known as “Santa for Nerds.” From a studio in Nebraska, Paul has built custom props, collectibles, and prototypes for Disney, Universal, Nickelodeon, Broadway, and The Tonight Show, becoming the go-to person when clients need something that doesn't exist yet. Paul shares how a theater background, relentless curiosity, and a bend-don't-break mindset led him from being told he'd never act again to designing iconic objects for film, television, and live entertainment. Along the way, he breaks down how creatives can build sustainable businesses without sacrificing their artistic soul—by charging for labor, reframing pricing, and even gamifying business strategy. This conversation is a masterclass in intentional risk, creative problem solving, and why the “starving artist” narrative deserves to be retired for good. Connect With Us:

In this conversation, the discussion with C. Thi Nguyen revolves around the nature of metrics, qualitative knowledge, and the duality of scoring systems, particularly in the context of climbing. The speaker shares personal experiences with climbing as a case study to illustrate how scoring systems can both enhance and detract from the experience. The conversation delves into the beauty of climbing, the subtlety of value in metrics, and the importance of savoring moments in games. It also explores the tension between purpose and game mechanics, the role of enjoyment, and the complexities of scoring systems in both games and life. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the challenges of balancing values in decision-making and the risks associated with the gamification of various aspects of life.Takeaways Metrics can miss the subtlety of qualitative knowledge. Scoring systems can enhance or detract from experiences. Climbing serves as a unique case study for scoring systems. The beauty of climbing lies in its scoring system. Values can become obscured when metrics are prioritized. Games allow for exploration of different scoring systems. Achievement play focuses on winning, while striving play values the process. External expectations can pressure individuals to conform to metrics. The addictive nature of games can lead to negative experiences.Chapters 00:00 The Intricacies of Portability and Judgment 01:12 Introduction and Social Media Presence 03:40 The Value of Climbing and Scoring Systems 07:16 The Impact of Numbers in Climbing 09:42 Savoring the Moment vs. Obsession with Scoring 10:59 Goals vs. Purpose in Games 12:39 Understanding Value Capture 17:53 The Shift in Standards of Success 20:33 The Limitations of Metrics 21:42 Games as a Reflection of Human Desire 24:37 The Purpose Behind Scoring Systems 26:07 The Magic Circle of Games 29:15 Achievement Play vs. Striving Play 34:47 When Games Become Unsafe 38:21 The Pitfalls of Portability in MetricsFollow Thi on Twitter, Bluesky, and find his website. You can get his book here.Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Breaking Math on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTokFollow Autumn on Twitter, BlueSky, and InstagramBecome a guest hereemail: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

Keywords entrepreneurship, business, gamification, creative consulting, 3D printing, storytelling, Twitch, consulting, design, small business, entrepreneurship, business planning, emotional investment, pricing strategies, support network, business lessons, creative entrepreneurs, business mistakes, value assessment, gamification   Summary In this episode of The Accidental Entrepreneur, host Mitch Beinhaker speaks with Paul Pape, a creative entrepreneur who transitioned from theater to business. Paul shares his journey of inventing pop-out furniture, building a brand known as 'Santa for Nerds', and utilizing platforms like Twitch to connect with other creatives. He discusses the importance of gamifying business processes to make them more accessible and engaging for creative individuals. Paul also shares insights from his consulting work with a struggling dragon sculpture company, emphasizing the need for storytelling in business and the importance of understanding one's passion. In this conversation, Paul Pape and Mitch Beinhaker discuss the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, the importance of having a solid business plan, and the lessons learned from real-life business experiences. They emphasize the need for creative entrepreneurs to value their worth and develop effective pricing strategies while also highlighting the significance of building a supportive network to achieve success. The discussion is rich with anecdotes and practical advice for navigating the challenges of running a business.   Takeaways Paul Pape transitioned from theater to entrepreneurship. He invented pop-out furniture for architects and designers. Paul's brand is known as 'Santa for Nerds'. He utilized Twitch to connect with creatives and share knowledge. Gamifying business helps demystify processes for creatives. Consulting can help struggling businesses find their footing. Storytelling is crucial in pitching and marketing. Creatives often lose sight of their passion in business. Business should be viewed as an adventure. The Gamify system provides tools for self-assessment and growth. Entrepreneurs often overlook logical planning due to emotional investment. Creating a business plan is crucial for success. Mistakes in business can lead to valuable lessons. Pricing strategies should reflect the value of the service provided. Building a supportive network is essential for growth. Gamifying business processes can make planning more engaging. Understanding your worth can lead to better client relationships. Raising prices can attract higher quality clients. Confidence in your product can enhance its perceived value. Surrounding yourself with diverse skill sets is key to success.   Titles From Theater to Business: Paul Pape's Journey Gamifying Business: A New Approach to Success Sound bites "Don't do it." "I became Santa for nerds." "You can't do it alone."   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Accidental Entrepreneur 01:08 Paul Pape's Journey from Theater to Business 03:01 The Birth of Pop Out Furniture 05:37 Transitioning to 3D Printing and Custom Designs 07:08 Building a Brand: Santa for Nerds 08:34 The Power of Twitch for Creatives 10:49 Consulting for a Dragon Sculpture Company 12:28 Gamifying Business: A New Approach 17:48 Creating a Scalable Business Model 24:11 The Gamify System: Tools for Success 27:24 The Emotional Side of Entrepreneurship 33:02 Learning from Mistakes: Real-Life Business Lessons 39:56 The Importance of Business Plans 45:53 Valuing Your Worth: Pricing Strategies 51:56 Building a Supportive Network for Success

summaryIn this conversation, Brandon G Handley reflects on the true spirit of Christmas, emphasizing the importance of giving and creating meaningful experiences. He discusses his journey towards embracing the holiday season positively, moving away from commercialism. Handley also shares insights on how AI has influenced his creativity and the development of new tools for personal growth, including a gamified approach to self-improvement. He encourages listeners to embrace the spirit of giving and to explore new ways to track their goals and habits in the coming year. takeaways The spirit of giving can transform the holiday experience. Creating experiences through giving is more meaningful than material gifts. Embracing AI can enhance creativity and productivity. Gamifying life can make self-improvement more engaging. Small acts of kindness can have a big impact. Tracking personal growth can be fun and rewarding. The holiday season is an opportunity for reflection and gratitude. Community support can enhance personal development. Setting goals can be more enjoyable with a gamified approach. Looking forward to the new year can inspire positive change. titles The True Meaning of Christmas Giving Harnessing AI for Creative Growth Sound Bites "Let's gamify life!" "Go ahead and check it out!" "Have a great holiday season!" Chapters 00:00The Spirit of Giving at Christmas 04:08Embracing AI and Creativity 10:08Gamifying Life for Personal Growth  

If you're considering gamification for engagement, retention, or loyalty, I'm happy to compare options with you: professorgame.com/chat What if your bio was more than a skills list and your job hunt felt like a well-designed game? We explore with our guest Jade Arthur how to gamify the job search for the games industry, creating stories, systems and mindsets that boost confidence, visibility and long-term career engagement. Jade is a language and mindset coach for job seekers in gaming. She helps job seekers take down the villains in their job search like the "Cover Letter Crusher" and the "Interview Assassin." Her mission is to give job seekers the knowledge to authentically express their value and vision while finding joy in the process. Rob Alvarez is Head of Engagement Strategy, Europe at The Octalysis Group (TOG), a leading gamification and behavioral design consultancy. A globally recognized gamification strategist and TEDx speaker, he founded and hosts Professor Game, the #1 gamification podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of global experts. He designs evidence-based engagement systems that drive motivation, loyalty, and results, and teaches LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and gamification at top institutions including IE Business School, EFMD, and EBS University across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.   Guest Links and Info Website: make-the-grade-with-jade.lovable.app LinkedIn: Jade Arthur Instagram: @makethegradewithjade   Links to episode mentions: Proposed guests: Bruno Frasca Recommended book: Made to Stick by Dan and Chip Heath Favorite game: Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen   Lets's do stuff together! Let's chat about your gamification project 3 Gamification Hacks To Boost Your Community's Revenue Start Your Community on Skool for Free Game of Skool Community YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Ask a question

Destin Bell is the founder of Card.io, the platform transforming how athletes, creators, and everyday performers build consistency and accountability. Destin's work centers on discipline, daily habits, and showing up with purpose. He has appeared on Shark Tank as well as Squid Game: The Challenge.   0:03 – The Twin War That Built a Competitor  6:55 – When Public Speaking Became a Combat Sport  7:52 – The Graduation Speech They Tried to Cut  9:33 – The Moment the Room Cried and He Arrived 12:25 – Confidence Wasn't Taught — It Was Engineered  17:50 – When Words Became Weapons, Not Homework  20:00 – The Childhood Game That Created a CEO  21:00 – Why Discipline Alone Never Wins the Long Game  22:59 – Seeing Someone Who Looks Like You Shifted the Ceiling  29:50 – Rock Bottom on an Attic Floor Became a Launch Pad  30:36 – COVID Didn't Just End Plan B — It Forced Plan Only  35:55 – Identity Rebuilt Under Pressure and No Exit  40:22 – Shark Tank Came Calling (Literally)  41:34 – From “Is This a Scam?” to “Pack Your Bags”  42:47 – When the Pitch Stopped Feeling Like a Pitch  47:16 – The Pause That Took Back Power  47:40 – Silence as Strategy: Negotiation in Neutral  51:34 – When TV Ended but the Relationships Didn't  55:17 — Inside Squid Game Dorm life, elimination pressure, and life on one of Netflix's most watched shows.  1:02:31 — The “now what?” gap Emotional and psychological drop after a major achievement.  1:03:10 — Forward focus Shift toward investing, development, and new opportunities.   Don't forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram! Follow At: X @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

In today's episode resident social media gurus Amber and Sarah, of Instagram and TikTok fame respectively, join the show to talk about the personal finance trends that are going viral among the Gen Z population right now. The economy is difficult to thrive in, especially for young people, and the Zoomers have come up with creative ways to use their native digital environment to execute the common goals of all people trying to improve their finances: pay off debt and get out of the paycheck to paycheck cycle.   In this episode Sarah and Amber share six TikTok and Instagram videos as examples of popular trends, including: "No Spend" November "No Swipe" November Making micro debt payments to stay engaged with the goal of paying off debt Gamifying likes and social media engagement to pay off debt   Ernie shares his enthusiam for personal finance challenges and trends that bring a social element to finance, while Ben ponders whether using social media to help pay off debt is creative or dystopian. One thing is for sure -- young adults are finding creative ways to improve their relationship with money and bond with others working toward the same goal.   Follow Budget Nerds on YouTube Budget Nerds Livestreams: https://www.youtube.com/@YNABofficial/streams Budget Nerds Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuIUGmbCDklkDCDm-cQqv2g   Share your YNAB wins with Ben and Ernie! budgetnerds@ynab.com  

Discover Pagebound, the social reading app by Lucy Zhao & Jennifer Dobak. Learn how to gamify your reading life from quests to forums in today's beginner chat.Ever wish Goodreads had a heart or deeply desired a buddy read for every book in your book stack? It exists. This week, we're stepping inside Pagebound, the new social reading app built by readers for readers, with co-founders Lucy Zhao and Jennifer Dobak.This week's "building block" podcast episode is designed to deepen your reading life and provide a behind-the-scenes look at tools you can use to enhance it. Discover how these two women built a no-AI, reader-first platform that's reimagining how we connect through stories online.In this enlightening conversation, we discuss:

Business and economic studies reveal a strong connectionbetween creativity and enhanced financial success. A 2023 report from the U.S.Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) found that arts and cultural economicactivity—a key component of the creative economy—is growing at a rate thatexceeds the broader U.S. economy. In 2023, this sector accounted for 4.2% ofthe U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP), totaling $1.17 trillion. Its growth rateof 6.6% in 2023 outpaced the overall U.S. economy's growth of 2.9%. Business creativity is defined as the ability to generatenovel and useful ideas to address challenges, improve processes, or develop newproducts and services. It involves adapting to change, questioning the statusquo, and combining existing concepts in unique ways to create a competitiveadvantage or achieve organizational goals. Paul Eric Pape, a TEDx speaker, author, and creativebusiness strategist known as “Santa for Nerds,” has over 20 years of experienceas a successful creative entrepreneur. He has designed custom collectibles formajor companies like Disney, Universal, and Nickelodeon while building his ownthriving design studio. Paul is the creator of "Gamify Business" andthe author of “The Creative Player's Handbook to Business,” which presentscomplex business concepts in a language that resonates with creative minds. Utilizinggaming principles and adventure mechanics, he helps artists, designers, andcreative entrepreneurs build profitable businesses without sacrificing theirartistic integrity. His mission is simple: to demonstrate that you don't haveto be a “starving artist” to find success. Paul guides creatives to viewbusiness as an exciting adventure, helping them realize that running a businesscan be enjoyable, engaging, and deeply fulfilling. If you want to learn more, check out [GamifyBusiness](https://www.gamifybusiness.com/) and discover more at [thepodcast](https://www.gamifybusiness.com/podcast).

The New York Times isn't just a newspaper; it's a cultural institution, a daily habit, and a brand that has reinvented itself for every generation. That's why in this episode, we're taking lessons from their playbook with the help of our special guest Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer of VaynerX.Together, we explore what B2B marketers can learn from building credibility into daily routines, using gamification and surprise to drive engagement, and picking the right moments to move fast while staying relevant.About our guest, Avery AkkineniA pioneer in digital marketing and emerging tech, Avery Akkineni spearheads brand strategy, content, events, and communications as Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerX.In seven years at Vayner, Avery has catalyzed exponential growth by launching new companies and leading international expansion. She built VaynerMedia APAC from the ground up to over 150 employees in two years, opened key Asia Pacific markets like Singapore, Bangkok, Sydney, and Tokyo. During her tenure, VaynerMedia APAC was awarded Marketing Interactive's Agency of the Year. In 2021, Avery founded Vayner3, an innovation consultancy focused on emerging technologies like AI and Web3. Under her leadership, Vayner3 achieved significant industry acclaim; she was named an Ad Age Web3 Trailblazer, and an AI Thought Leader by Business Insider. Her proven ability to identify and leverage leading-edge channels to drive growth for Vayner and her brand partners has landed Avery advisory roles including Salesforce's AI Council, Meta's Creative Council, TikTok's #ForYouCollective, Tracer's Advisory Board, and with a weekly marketers podcast on CoinDesk (GenC).Based in Miami, FL overseeing VaynerX's local office, Avery continues to push boundaries in marketing. She is a sought-after speaker on modern marketing and digital innovation, who empowers teams and companies to embrace new opportunities. She also serves on the Board of Peace Players, an organization using the power of sport to build peaceful and thriving communities.What B2B Companies Can Learn From The New York Times:Build credibility into daily routines. The New York Times succeeds because it has become a trusted part of people's everyday habits. For B2B brands, the lesson is to earn that same consistent place in your audience's workflow. As Avery explains:“To me, the credibility of The New York Times is why I want to check there first and understand their point of view. What are the big stories of today.” When buyers trust your perspective enough to seek it daily, your brand moves from optional to indispensable.Use gamification and surprise to drive engagement. NYT didn't just sell news—it made puzzles, games, and even cooking content part of its brand fabric. That levity created stickiness. Avery puts it this way: “The New York Times integration with their incredible games has really helped drive up that frequency… I play with my friends, everybody shares their scores… and I think that really drives up that frequency and user adoption and makes The New York Times even more relevant.” In B2B, “serious” brands can still add fun, surprise, or delight to deepen connection and engagement.Pick your moments and move fast. The Times doesn't try to beat TikTok on breaking news—it chooses credibility as its edge, while still responding with speed when it matters. Avery notes:“You don't need to have a thought on everything. You have a thought on certain things—what matters for you and, as a brand, what matters for your consumers. Either we're part of the conversation or we're not.” For B2B, that means defining the moments where your voice is essential, and showing up quickly with relevance and confidence.Quote“ You don't need to have a thought on everything. You have a thought on certain things—what matters for you and as a brand, what matters for your consumers. Either we're part of the conversation or we're not.”Time Stamps[00:55] Meet Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer of VaynerX01:05 Why The New York Times?01:53 The Role of CMO at VaynerX02:42 Gary Vaynerchuk's Influencer09:51 Behind-the-Scenes of NYT25:58 B2B Marketing Lessons from NYT38:35 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysLinksConnect with Avery on LinkedInLearn more about VaynerXAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise. 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, Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes back David Ian Wood to discuss the challenges entrepreneurs face, especially shiny object syndrome. They examine how to overcome distractions, the importance of understanding one's motivations, and practical strategies for staying focused. David shares insights on planning, accountability, and making tasks enjoyable to boost productivity. He also introduces his innovative app designed to help users in real-time during calls, highlighting the role of gamification in reaching business goals.  Takeaways Shiny object syndrome is prevalent among entrepreneurs. Understanding your 'why' is crucial for motivation. Planning involves knowing what to focus on and what to avoid. Gamifying tasks can make them more enjoyable and productive. Focus should be structured over different timeframes. Accountability is key to maintaining focus and achieving goals. The Pomodoro technique can enhance productivity. Making work fun can lead to better results. Reaching out to others can be a game-changer for business growth. Personal development is essential for long-term success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Shiny Object Syndrome 05:06 Understanding Your Why 09:32 Planning for Focused Action 19:46 Gamifying Your Tasks for Success More About David: A former Consulting Actuary to Fortune 100 companies – including Sony Music, Chanel, and Exxon – David left his cushy Park Avenue job 20 years ago to build  the world's largest coaching business. He became #1 on Google for “life coaching”, serving an audience of 150,000 coaches, and coaching thousands of hours across 12 countries. Alongside his clients' successes, David is no stranger to overcoming challenges himself, having overcome a full collapse of his paraglider and a fractured spine, witnessing the death of his sister at age seven, severe anxiety and depression, and a national Gong Show!   He is the author of “Get Paid For Who You Are,” with foreword by Jack Canfield. He was nominated to the exclusive Transformational Leadership Council alongside such thought leaders as Don Miguel Ruiz, John Gray, and Marianne Williamson. David believes that the tough conversations we avoid, are our doorways to confidence, success, and love. They become the defining moments which shape our world. He coaches high performing entrepreneurs, executives and teams – and now prison inmates –  to create amazing results and deep connection. Achieve more, by focusing on less. Resources from this Episode: Focus.CEO David on YouTube Free Business Assessment Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio