Podcasts about good living

Focus on a good Life; Not a Good Living!!

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. It features recovery quotes from various resources, including Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, and As Bill Sees It, plus more! Transitions Daily also distributes this same content in a daily email and a secret Facebook group for discussion. Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.

In this episode, farmer Jill Duncan shares how she's able to make a good living farming on an eighth of an acre.  Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot Cashflow Podcast In Search of Soil Check out Diego's book Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Sell-Everything-You-Grow-Homestead-ebook/dp/B0CJC9NTZF

Today's episode is all about tips from the renowned Vivamayr clinic on how to have a healthy gut, which means a healthy life; plus audits set in stone from the Accounts of the Acropolis. This week we start with a news review with Sasha Kehoe, where naturally the focus is on Trump's inauguration, and the direct flow of executives orders from that point on.  The conversation continues to Bettel's comments on his time working with Trump; who is leaving X and Stargate. In other news, we have the continuing, if fragile, Gaza ceasefire, Chancellor Olaf Scholz's response to a fatal knife attach in southern Germany, Oscar nominations, the return of wolves to Luxembourg and other Luxembourg news. Vivamayr - the basics of gut health Vivamayr is a renowned, world-class medical health resort in the south of Austria, surrounded by a beautiful lake and mountains. Its primary focus lies in a holistic approach to health, emphasizing proper nutrition, gut health, detoxification and healthy aging. The resort has a team of medical and holistic health experts who follow the decades old principles of F.X. Mayr plus more modern additions. Dr. Werner Zancolo is the Head Physician at Vivamayr since 2021. He is a medical doctor specializing in gut health, holistic, and complementary medicine.  “Our goal should be to help people maintain their health and support them in aging healthfully.”   In this interview, even thought the technology didn't allow us to see him, he talks us through what we can all do in 2025 and beyond to help our gut heath, and therefore our overall health. Dr. Zancolo talks about the need to eat a mostly plant based diet, with one third animal or other products. He says that about 30% of the population has ‘leaky gut syndrome' which can be easily diagnosed with a stool sample. This can actually lead to depression due to lack of serotonin. The focus of food is on developing a two thirds alkaline diet, minimising caffeine and alcohol, but everything in moderation.  Fasting is good to reboot our cells into a sense of autophagy and cleaning up the internal systems. If we were to skip one meal a day it should be dinner, and we shouldn't eat raw food in the evenings, nor fruit.  Naturally, exercise, minimising chronic stress, adding meditation, good sleep… all of these are necessary for a healthy long life. Perhaps we know this, it's just good to be told again from a doctor.  Accounts from the Acropolis Damijan Fišer from the European Court of Auditors joined us once more to talk about a unique exhibit which has just opened at the European Court of Auditors. Courtesy of the Acropolis museum in Athens, the ECA now proudly hosts the accounts of the Acropolis from over 2000 years ago. On 23 January, the ECA President Tony Murphy and Nikolaos Milionis, ECA Member from Greece, unveiled an exhibit which comprises unique copies of the financial accounts for the construction of the gold and ivory statue of Athena which stood at the centre of the Parthenon. These stone slabs (steles) contain the complete accounts of revenues and expenses of the construction. The unusually large sums of money recorded may have implied that the gold employed in the construction of the statue of Athena Parthenos could be used as a state reserve for emergencies. Art is also increasingly being used to improve working environments and engage with ‘ancestral intelligence'.  Get in touch  Contact Lisa on LinkedIN or other social media platforms.  Tune in to The Lisa Burke Show on Today Radio Saturdays at 11am, Sundays at noon, and Tuesdays at 11am. Watch on RTL Play.

The third thing that Paul argues, and I think this is the most important one because it will lead us to that message of love. Paul says that every single gift we have has been given to us for the common good. These gifts we have been given are not just for us to enjoy for ourselves. You may take pleasure in the gift, but they are given to us for the other, for the community, for something bigger than ourselves, for something outside of ourselves. Listen to or read Bingham's entire sermon by clicking “Read More.”

Ed GoodLiving Upright in an Upsidedown World2024-10-20

Quite a few calls. Homes. Mormons. Tariffs. Trump vs courts, juries. Supers. Lilly Ledbetter, RIP, Equal Pay. Trump vs Taliban! The Hake Report, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 AD TIMESTAMPS * (0:00:00) Start * (0:01:56) Hey, guys! * (0:03:54) DAVID, Ocala: Home price; Gov bums; Weak fathers; Not God's children! * (0:12:00) DAVID: Mormons? … Election hate * (0:18:55) Tariffs clip: blocked Hake! Pakman, Sean Mike Kelly * (0:31:39) JOE, AZ: Grand Jury against Trump * (0:41:09) JOE: People's "self-fulfilling prophecies" * (0:49:04) Coffee: Little Rock-ette man * (0:54:25) Coffee: Lilly Ledbetter * (0:59:36) Coffees, Supers… Trump Bloomberg interview: Tariffs… * (1:04:07) MARK, AL, 1st: Ex-wife equal pay raise * (1:08:13) Hake on divorce * (1:12:31) ALEX, CA: Got over sadness; Anti-Trump: not men * (1:20:51) MARK, CA: Interracial kids hurt * (1:26:55) RICK, VA: Support. Trump vs other presidents' character * (1:31:35) ANTHONY, NJ, 1st: Mixed kids * (1:38:11) JOHN, KY: criticism for William vs Maze; yay Mark * (1:40:15) JEFF, LA: Trump vs Taliban leader; Kamala on Fox News * (1:44:04) JAIME, MN: Tariffs, internationalism, protectionism * (1:50:02) Closing, Supers: Call tomorrow! * (1:50:38) Starflyer 59 - "A Good Living" - 2005, Talking Voice Vs Singing Voice LINKS BLOG  https://www.thehakereport.com/blog/2024/10/16/the-hake-report-wed-10-16-24 PODCAST / Substack  HAKE NEWS from JLP  https://www.thehakereport.com/jlp-news/2024/10/16/hake-news-wed-10-16-24 Hake is live M-F 9-11a PT (11-1CT/12-2ET) Call-in 1-888-775-3773 https://www.thehakereport.com/show VIDEO  YouTube  -  Rumble*  -  Facebook  -  X  -  BitChute  -  Odysee*  PODCAST  Substack  -  Apple  -  Spotify  -  Castbox  -  Podcast Addict  *SUPER CHAT on platforms* above or  BuyMeACoffee, etc.  SHOP  Spring  -  Cameo  |  All My Links  JLP Network:  JLP  -  Church  -  TFS  -  Nick  -  Joel  -  Punchie   Get full access to HAKE at thehakereport.substack.com/subscribe

It's a busy week of news, as Patrick, Rob, Janet, and Cado convene to discuss Sony's latest State of Play, the delay of Assassin's Creed: Shadows, the latest on Concord, and more. Plus, Janet and Patrick finished Astro Bot, Rob's continued to pull apart Frostpunk 2, and Cado's compelled by Star Wars Outlaws. Oh, and despite agreeing no one else should probably do it, Patrick beat The Plucky Squire. And in The Question Bucket? Oh, let's get agile, baby.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is a replay from the Good Living Now podcast, hosted by Harold Leffall. Tune in  as Lisa shares her incredible journey of losing over 60 pounds and maintaining her health through a plant-based lifestyle. She dives into the importance of giving your health an assignment, understanding the cost of inaction, and the power of making a decision to live healthier. Lisa also tackles the common myth of moderation and emphasizes the need for a treatment protocol for those battling health issues. And she highlights the impact of stress on health and offers strategies to combat chronic stress by changing perceptions and creating exit and enter strategies.  This episode is packed with actionable insights and motivational advice for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being. If you're feeling inspired and ready to take control of your health, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa's journey and insights offer a roadmap to achieving the best version of yourself. Join in to learn more about how you can start your wellness journey today.   REGISTER FOR THE SEPTEMBER 25TH, 2024 MASTERCLASS: Eliminate Chronic Stress by Creating an Exit strategy   JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE Register now to join the Plant-Based Vegan SOS (salt, oil and sugar) free Challenge with The Plant Protocol™. Our challenge offers incredible benefits such as weight loss, stabilized blood pressure, improved mental clarity, and more.  Starting December 1st, we'll kick off prep month with masterclasses, content, and recipes to get you ready for the official start on January 1st. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a supportive community with experienced coaches and live interactive classes. Register now and start your journey towards a healthier, happier you. Let's make this transformation together!   MENTIONED — Good Living Now podcast, hosted by Harold Leffall Register for the September 25th, 2024 Masterclass: Eliminate Chronic Stress by Creating an Exit strategy   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out.

Today is all about our skin! My skin is always it's best when I am in a stress free period of life combined with using high quality products. Moving towards more natural products when I can has been a priority for me as well! Today's guest has created a product that not only brightens our complexion and leaves us glowing, but calms our mind as well. Jess Jackson, the founder of sustainable skincare brand Good Living Only is joining me on the mic today. In short, Good Living Only is brand producing sheet masks made from natural coconut fibres, all natural ingredients and are 100% biodegradable too! My favourite part about the masks is that they have a QR code for you to scan to listen to a meditation. You guys know I love habit stacking, and this is such a great way to really nourish your skin and mind.We also chat deeply on her journey going sober. This was such a raw and honest conversation that I know we will all take so much from.

Series: The Good LifeSermon Title: Good LivingScripture: Luke 9: 21-27Preaching: Pastor MikeDate: 9/8/24

Are you tired of living your life based on performance? Do you feel like you can never measure up? This powerful message delves into the concept of doing good, not to earn love or salvation, but because we are loved and saved. Join Pastor Ron as he shares his personal struggles and how he found true freedom in Christ. Discover how you can live a fulfilling life by relying on the Spirit of God as you strive to do good.**Key Takeaways:**1. **Doing Good Requires Intention:**   - Good actions don't happen by accident. They require daily commitment and deliberate decisions to follow the Spirit rather than the flesh (Galatians 6:7-8).   2. **Doing Good Pleases the Spirit:**   - While doing good doesn't earn God's love, it does please the Spirit. Our good deeds, fueled by our salvation, reflect the light of Jesus (Galatians 6:8, Matthew 5:16).3. **Doing Good is Often Inconvenient:**   - True service to others can be inconvenient and tiring. Paul reminds us not to grow weary in doing good deeds, as they have eternal significance (Galatians 6:9).4. **Doing Good Has Eternal Consequences:**   - Our actions have lasting impacts, shaping not just our lives but the lives of those around us. Sowing to please the Spirit leads to eternal life, while sowing to the flesh leads to destruction (Galatians 6:8-9).5. **Serve Somebody:**   - You may not be able to serve everyone, but you can always serve someone. Find one person to show love and kindness to, and watch how it transforms both your life and theirs (Galatians 6:10).**Scripture References:**- Galatians 6:7-10- Galatians 5- John 15:5- Matthew 5:16At 2Rivers, our mission is to help you become a passionate follower of Christ so you can experience the life He intended for you and encourage others to do the same. **Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to stay updated with our content ⏩.****LIKE ✔️, SHARE

In this episode of Fresh Take, we welcome special guests Hank and Jessica from Allison Acres to discuss their journey into organic blueberry farming. Hank, a retired FBI agent, shares his inspiration for transitioning to farming, influenced by his background in law enforcement. Jessica, with a background in Environmental Science, talks about her start in agriculture and her role at Allison Acres. They elaborate on their decision to pursue blueberry farming and shed light on the challenges organic farmers encounter, such as disease management and climate change. Additionally, they delve into soil management techniques, blueberry species selection, and their dedication to environmental stewardship through initiatives like "This Farm CARES" and their involvement in the WWOOF (Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms )program. Hank and Jessica's commitment extends beyond producing delicious, healthy produce; it's about nurturing a healthy planet and community, one blueberry at a time.Additionally, they invite listeners to an upcoming special event in collaboration with Florida Organic Growers' Florida Local Food Project, the Spring Farm Tour a part of Millstone Institute 2024 Farm Tour! This event provides an excellent opportunity to network, learn from experts, and foster meaningful connections with others who are passionate about local food May 18, 2024! Registration is free! Secure your spots at: https://bit.ly/4cU3TAnSupport the Show.We hope you enjoyed the episode! Please help us continue to produce more valuable content by subscribing to our Fresh Take Podcast Series! Subscribe here SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY- Learn more about the many benefits of becoming a Sponsor of Florida Organic Growers! Your contribution will not only help to advance an organic and sustainable future but gain brand awareness through our growing audience. If you are interested, click here

You don't need millions. You don't need millions of dollars or millions of clients. To make a living- you need only thousands of true fans aka massage clients. Even more attainable still…a thousand massage appointments. If you have roughly a thousand appointments on your calendar every year, you can make a living- a good living as well!  *This episode is based on the popular Essay “1000 True Fans By Kevin Kelly” where I share the breakdown to demonstrate the same idea can be applied to a massage therapy practice with great success! - Read the Original Essay by Kevin Kelly: https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/ Episodes mentioned: Episode 85 “Preparing for Mat Leave and Beyond” with Kelly Salvador, RMT and Emilie McKay, RMT Episode 6 “Changing The Dialogue Around Massage Income” with Jana Veltheim, RMT and Clinic Owner More From The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast www.theradicalrmt.com Krista@theradicalrmt.com IG @theradicalmassagetherapist

Focus on a food Life; Not on a Good Living!

Lisa is joined by Bonnie McDaniel, author of Farm Girl In The City: Of Food and Love. Bonnie McDaniel is a contributing food and gardening writer for online news organization Patch.com. She is the author of two books, In the Eye of the Storm: The Celebration of Family and the Real Purpose of Home and Queen Bee and the former editor-in-chief and publisher of recipes for Good Living online magazine. She is a lifestyle radio and television contributor, having contributed to ABC, CNN, Fox and CBS and WGTS 91.9FM Radio. She is the former host of a weekly lifestyle talk show on the ION Television Network. In previous roles she was a radio talk show host, syndicated newspaper columnist, an editor for Family Digest Magazine and an award winning restaurateur, winning the prestigious Wine Spectator Award for having one of the best food and wine menus in the world. Of Food and Love is the first in a 5-book cookbook series.Using flavorful ingredients that you can pluck from your garden or neighborhood farmer's market, Bonnie McDaniel has created a collection of delicious traditional recipes your family and friends will absolutely love. If you are craving the taste of good, farm-fresh, garden to table flavor, this collection of recipes will have you serving up down-home meals in no time at all. -Barbara Jacksier, Contributing Writer, Prairie Style and Modern Country magazines

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily distribution consists of different recovery quotes from various resources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, plus more! Transitions Daily also distributes this same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.   Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast.

On their second album, Kansas-based duo Sweeping Promises craft lo-fi, danceable new wave songs with a critique of late capitalism at once both biting and joyful. We discuss "Good Living is Coming For You" on episode #201 of "For the Record." For all the

Joey Chestnut is the king of competitive eating. You almost certainly have seen video clips of him gulping down dozens of hot dogs, boiled eggs, tacos, wings, burritos, Twinkies and/or spears of deep-fried asparagus. He in fact has more than 50 gastronomic world records, including a vaunted 76 Nathan's Famous hot dogs, with buns, eaten in 10 minutes. He's the first to admit that competitive eating is a little weird, but he has a natural affinity for it, and it allows him to make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. He confirms in his IBJ Podcast interview recent reports that he earned close to $500,000 in 2022. A few things brought him to the IBJ Podcast studio in late November. He recently moved to Westfield, which now is his home base for spending about 140 days a year on the road. He chats about the reasons in his conversation with podcast host Mason King. Chestnut also was preparing for the 10th Annual St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail Eating Championship, which this year was staged on Dec. 2 as part of the festivities for the Big Ten Football Championship. He explains how he prepares to down somewhere in the neighborhood of 18 pounds of shrimp, plus St. Elmo's extra-potent cocktail sauce. (He recently hit 40, and it's not as easy as it used to be.) But the lion's share of the conversation concerns how he built a career in competitive eating and assembled all of the revenue streams he leverages to make a good living. The IBJ Podcast is brought to you by Taft.

What does a good life mean, especially when bad things are happening? The Mash-Up Americans creators and hosts Amy Choi and Rebecca Lehrer are celebrating their 10th podcast anniversary by answering just that. Amy and Rebecca share their epic story of deep friendship, storytelling partnership and why living a good life is neither boring nor simple. (Nor does it cater to men.)Follow Unladylike: IG | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Unladies' Room PatreionShop merchContact Multitude Productions for ad rates, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does a good life mean, especially when bad things are happening? Mashup Americans creators and hosts Amy Choi and Rebecca Lehrer are celebrating their 10th podcast anniversary by answering just that. Amy and Rebecca share their epic story of deep friendship, storytelling partnership and why living a good life is neither boring nor simple. (Nor does it cater to men.) Follow Unladylike: IG | Twitter | TikTok Join the Unladies' Room Patreion Shop merch Contact Multitude Productions for ad rates, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Picture the journey of a man, James Genneken, who sailed the unpredictable seas of the restaurant industry to owning his own pizza franchises, only to take a turn towards the challenging yet rewarding world of insurance as a certified claims adjuster.Imagine facing down the housing crash and 9/11, two monumental events that altered the course of so many lives, and using them as stepping stones on your career path.James' story is one of perseverance, adaptability, and an uncanny ability to navigate through industry challenges.James takes us through the intricate maze of the claims adjusting industry, sharing anecdotes from his field deployment experiences and the trials he faced. From dealing with tough customers and understanding the minutiae of end policies to surviving the competitive Dallas-Fort Worth auto claims market, Jim's tales are brimming with wisdom. His candid discussion on professional challenges and his transition from the food business to insurance provides invaluable insights for anyone looking to tread a similar path. Wrapping up the episode, Jim doesn't shy away from sharing the secrets of his success. He talks about pushing boundaries and taking risks, advocating for stepping out of one's comfort zones. He emphasizes the significance of networking, maintaining positive relationships, and effective communication for career growth. All in all, Jim's journey is a testament to the power of adaptability, the will to learn, and the courage to take on challenges head-on. Tune in for Jim's inspiring tale, his practical advice, and the lessons he's gathered along the way. This episode promises to be a treasure trove of wisdom for everyone navigating their professional journey.Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely. When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including mentorship on-demand adjuster training communityAlong with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you. You can join at IAPath.com

Lmao huge delay. This was originally recorded like back in early August…. I just never had the motivation to upload for some reason. So busy. Also D'Ante' got banned from podcast. But hey, at least it's uploaded now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jabariwisdom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jabariwisdom/support

"When you write down what you eat, suddenly you become aware.” - Stacy Cahalan   Kids are establishing their school routine again, but students are still struggling to regain some aspects of what they lost during the pandemic. This results in loss of connection, loneliness, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. During today's show, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Stacy Cahalan to share why she decided to leave her previous career path and begin helping younger generations navigate these unchartered waters. Stacy also reveals a personal story about why food can play a major role in that disconnection and the way a child feels each day. Their conversation also dives into why gut health directly impacts moods. By the end of the show, Stacy will also share more about the book she and Jane Hosey Stern wrote that helps put simple, yet powerful life lessons back into focus.  About Today's Guest:  One of Stacy's favorite quotes is by Emily Dickinson, “I am out with the lanterns looking for myself.” All the years she's wandered the earth, she doesn't know a lot to be true, but she strongly believes that we are all doing the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we just don't have what we need. We are all better together. We are all wandering this earth trying to find purpose. And we all need help finding our way. As a Licensed Professional Therapist and Licensed School Counselor, her goal is to help people find hope. She has been called the Hope Dealer and she's cool with that. Her style is fun, direct, and focused on your here and now and your future. She has a shovel tattoo on her wrist to remind herself to dig deep and do the work. Every day, if we are lucky enough to wake up, we have another chance. She is ready to help people do their life's work with more grace, mercy, hope, and love.  Mentioned in the Episode:  Dr. Neal Barnard episode on dairy  Learn more about the blood type diet  Fed Up movie trailer  Connect with Stacy at Prairie Group Girl  Your Wellness Connection counseling services  Stacy's book called Atlas for Good Living 

Sweeping Promises - "You Shatter" from the 2023 album Good Living Is Coming For You on Feel It Records. Sweeping Promises weren't kidding when they titled their second LP Good Living Is Coming for You. The duo of Lira Mondal and Caufield Schnug used the advance they received from Sub Pop Records to purchase a home in Lawrence, Kansas. In an interview with Pitchfork, they explain how they used the back of the house to build a recording studio where they crafted their latest album. (They've also recorded 40 other bands there in the past year alone!) Lira and Caufield describe today's Song of the Day as “our ode to being a hammer,” something they surely understand after their renovations. Catch Sweeping Promises on September 15th at Madame Lou's. And check out Martin Douglas's album review for Good Living is Coming for You here.  Read the full story at KEXP.orgSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're all familiar with the Rat Race in Gun Culture. Call it Keeping Up with the Jones if you want, but the effect extends beyond gear. Got a rifle? Now you need to train with it. Train with your rifle? Now you need a plate carrier, then NODs, then lock picks, then radios and on and on and on.   At the same time, contentment can look an awful lot like complacency. Discernment will be necessary. Ian Strimbeck can be found on Instagram at: @runenationllcCheck out his writing and classes at runenationllc.comSupport the REDACTED Culture Cast at redactedculture.locals.comSSP and boutique products at redactedllc.comFollow us on Instagram at @redactedllc

Your morning habits set the tone for the day ahead. Establishing a morning routine can propel you to a successful, productive day. Unfortunately, many people allow unhealthy habits to wreck their potential for the best outcome. Check out these 10 helpful habits that could sidetrack you from having your best day. More on GOOD LIVING: 10 Minute Face Who Am I? What is My True Identity? Nighttime Routines More on HOME and FAMILY @ www.nurturingmynest.com   

Can you live life to the fullest on the open road and make a good living? Absolutely. Meet Dan Tekempel, a skilled RV mobile technician, and his wife Rachel, a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN), as they share their stories of how they reinvented themselves and left winter in the rear-view mirror. Dan explains how he became a certified RV technician and now has his own business as an RV mobile technician. He'll tell you what he charges for his services and why it is vital to maintain your RV. Plus, you'll be amused at some of the funny stories about what he has encountered. You can find Dan and Rachel on Facebook at Rigtek Mobile RV Service LLC and Adventures 2gether. Meanwhile, Rachel's role as an RN adds a whole new dimension to their lifestyle. Find out how this couple has succeeded in living outside traditional boundaries. Whether you're an RV enthusiast, healthcare professional, adventurer, or simply curious about alternative lifestyles, this podcast will give you ideas and entertain you.  Check out our website here: https://rockingthervlife.com/ For more RVing stories and tips, follow Rocking the RV Life on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Listeners can also access the podcast via Spotify, iHeart, and Apple Podcasts, and cleveland.com's podcasting page. Follow us as we are Rocking the RV Life on Instagram. Also, Jeff Kinzbach on Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you live life to the fullest on the open road and make a good living? Absolutely. Meet Dan Tekempel, a skilled RV mobile technician, and his wife Rachel, a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN), as they share their stories of how they reinvented themselves and left winter in the rear-view mirror. Dan explains how he became a certified RV technician and now has his own business as an RV mobile technician. He'll tell you what he charges for his services and why it is vital to maintain your RV. Plus, you'll be amused at some of the funny stories about what he has encountered. You can find Dan and Rachel on Facebook at Rigtek Mobile RV Service LLC and Adventures 2gether. Meanwhile, Rachel's role as an RN adds a whole new dimension to their lifestyle. Find out how this couple has succeeded in living outside traditional boundaries. Whether you're an RV enthusiast, healthcare professional, adventurer, or simply curious about alternative lifestyles, this podcast will give you ideas and entertain you.  Check out our website here: https://rockingthervlife.com/ For more RVing stories and tips, follow Rocking the RV Life on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Listeners can also access the podcast via Spotify, iHeart, and Apple Podcasts, and cleveland.com's podcasting page. Follow us as we are Rocking the RV Life on Instagram. Also, Jeff Kinzbach on Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good actions today will produce good living tomorrow

Is it true that once the kids are older, you'll have more flexibility to work traditional hours? How do various frum communities approach their outlook on work differently? And is it still a good idea to get a Master's degree when girls straight out of high school are getting a starting salary of 35 dollars an hour? In this episode of MakeShift, Sara and Shaina Keren discuss a contemporary view on careers, employment, and reentering the workforce. They discuss the explosion of technology and information and how it impacts your ability to do your job well.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 51 - Storytelling and Taking Customers from Pain to Glory with Ravi RajaniAndy Olen is a Business Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenStorytelling and Taking Customers from Pain to Glory with Ravi RajaniSales warriors can tap into the power of storytelling to connect with customers on an emotional level and inspire action.Ravi Rajani, a guest on the podcast, shares effective sales storytelling techniques to take customers from pain to glory without resistance.Ravi Rajani discusses his passion for storytelling and its relevance in sales, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and vulnerability.Storytelling in sales allows for deeper connections and creates a memorable buying experience, driving change and positive outcomes.The Story Framework (S.T.O.R.Y.) simplifies the fundamentals of story selling, helps create a story bank, and focuses on delivery mastery for sales success.Ravi provides insights and best practices on the following storytelling topics: Stories can include customer testimonials and case studies.Sales training traditionally focuses on product features and benefits.Good salespeople can translate features and benefits into stories.Effective storytelling builds trust and accelerates connections with customers.Ravi emphasizes the importance of getting customers to share their stories as a way to understand their pain points and fears.He suggests having an elevator pitch and a compelling first story ready to create a sense of comfort and convey the pain-to-glory evolution to customers.Open-ended questions are recommended to extract powerful stories from customers, rather than closed-ended questions that may result in analysis paralysis.Transparency and openness about not having the right solution can build trust with customers, and referrals to other suitable solutions can maintain a strong bond.The show's call to action is to practice active and reflective listening, which forms the foundation for effective storytelling in sales, and to continuously improve storytelling skills.You can learn more about Ravi and his offering at TheRaviRajani.comGet in touch with Andy@andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

I guess we could call this guy Spongbob Squarepants?? A South Florida associate professor broke the record for living underwater the longest. SOURCE: https://www.wdjx.com/man-breaks-the-record-for-longest-time-living-underwater/

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 50 - Prioritize Trust & Relationships in a High-Tech World with Chris BeallAndy Olen is a Business Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenThe guest on this episode of the show is Chris Beall the CEO of Connect And Sell B2B selling involves selling to businesses rather than individuals, and it comes with the challenge of gaining the trust of buyers who are risking their careers and deciding if your products and services are best for their business.Chris explains that gaining a customer's trust requires getting inside the buyer's head through live conversations.He discusses the current challenges in the selling environment, including economic conditions, longer sales cycles, and the difficulty of getting live human conversations.Chris predicts that in the near future, emails from vendors will be assumed to be written by bots, reducing trust and effectiveness.He emphasizes the need for salespeople to focus on getting to the buyer's ears through conversations rather than relying on written communication.The key goal of a cold call is to establish trust before trying to convey value and secure a meeting.Connect And Sell, Chris's company, enables human-to-human conversations by using a combination of brute force and AI to overcome the problem of people not answering the phone.His system allows for managing multiple calls simultaneously, providing the ability to load a list from a CRM or a file and initiate conversations with a simple button push.Chris shares his story of publishing a book using AI. He did it in record time. The story illustrates the power of AI. Chris encourages salespeople to actively learn and engage with ChatGPT.Learn more about Chris Beal at ConnectAndSell.comFind Chris' podcast here: Market Dominance GuysHelen Fannucci's sales management book is available here: Love Your TeamGet in touch with Andy@andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 49 - Effectively Sell in a High-Interest Rate EnvironmentAndy Olen is a Business Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenEffectively Sell in a High-Interest Rate EnvironmentInterest rates are currently high in the U.S. and around the world. Should salespeople be concerned about selling in a more challenging environment?Andy Olen shares his thoughts on the cost of volatility for businessesInterest rate changes have created more uncertainty and volatility for businessesWhen rates are high, businesses may reconsider new investments in your products and servicesWhen rates are going down, which is not at this moment, businesses may be more willing to invest in your solutions - Andy explains why and how this worksAndy shares his advice with salespeople on how to overcome a high-interest rate environmentFocus on selling the positive economic benefits of your products to overcome a challenging momentGood luck Sales Warriors; great salespeople thrive even in challenging environments!Get in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes longtime outdoor industry professionals Jason Miller and John Brown. Josh kicks off the podcast by introducing Jason and John, asking them about their backgrounds and their 25+ year careers producing television shows in the outdoor industry. The three then dive into a conversation about whether or not you can still make a career filming or editing in the outdoor industry, and if so, how. This podcast is one of our longer episodes and is full of insight from behind the veil that is the outdoor television industry. If you're a videographer or editor who's interested in making a career in the outdoor space, this podcast is for you!

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 48 - Storytelling in Sales, Business, and Life with Mark CarpenterAndy Olen is a Business Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenStorytelling in Sales, Business, and Life with Guest Mark CarpenterThe podcast episode is about storytelling in sales, business, and life, and the guest is Mark Carpenter, who wrote the book "Master Storytelling."Mark Carpenter is a serial storyteller who has been telling stories since childhood, turning this into a career in marketing communications and public relations.The definition of a story is a three-part narrative with a purpose: to teach, lead, and inspire.The importance of storytelling in business is to humanize the process and bring greater humanity back into it, particularly in the sales process, to help people teach, lead, and inspire.Mark emphasizes that storytelling can help businesses and salespeople connect with their audience on a deeper level and create an emotional connection.He highlights the importance of having a clear purpose and message in your story and tailoring it to your audience.Mark also notes that storytelling is a skill that can be learned and developed over time and encourages people to practice and refine their storytelling abilities.He shares that vulnerability and authenticity are critical elements in compelling storytelling and encourages individuals to share their experiences and emotions to connect with their listeners.Stories come in all forms and fashion, including finding common ground with a prospect through small talk is a form of an account that helps build trust.Telling a story about a client's similar challenges to the prospect can establish relatability and empathy.Using stories to address objections can keep the conversation going and avoid a hard stop.A story that prompts the prospect to question their objections and consider the solution can lead to follow-up opportunities.Connect with Mark Carpenter HEREGet in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 47 - Start Engaging with AIAndy Olen is a Business Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenStart Engaging with AIAndy Olen, talks about how salespeople can use artificial intelligence (AI) to sell more effectively. Andy even gives an example of how he used AI (Chat GPT 4.0) to come up with three ways that salespeople can use AI to sell more effectively.He emphasizes that AI can help personalize communication, prioritize leads through predictive analytics, and automate repetitive tasks like data entry and lead nurturing. Andy, also stresses that salespeople must maintain human-to-human interaction and relationship-building skills. Although he finds it a little scary that AI can provide ideas and insights about AI, he thinks it can still be useful in multiple sales situationsSalespeople should welcome this new technology, practice with it, and use it to create new ideas, sales efficiencies, and insights about customers.Start playing with AI today to become a more skilled salesperson with tomorrow's technology.Andy entered the following prompt to CHAT GPT:"Please provide three bullets on how salespeople should use AI to sell more effectively"The bot came back with:"Sure, here are three ways salespeople can use AI to sell more effectively:1. Personalize communication: AI can help salespeople personalize their communication with prospects by analyzing data about their preferences, behavior, and history. By using this information, salespeople can tailor their messaging and approach to better resonate with their prospects, increasing the likelihood of a successful sale.2. Predictive analytics: AI can also help salespeople identify which leads are most likely to convert into customers. By using predictive analytics, salespeople can prioritize their outreach efforts and focus on the leads with the highest potential value. This can help salespeople close deals more efficiently and effectively.3. Sales process automation: AI can automate repetitive tasks, such as data entry and lead nurturing, which can save salespeople time and enable them to focus on higher-value activities. For example, AI-powered chatbots can handle routine customer inquiries and support, freeing up salespeople to focus on more complex sales conversations."Link to Andy Olen's websiteLink to Andy's Online CoursesGet in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 46 - Drive Sales Through a Robust Digital Strategy: Guest Chris MaddenAndy Olen is a Sales & Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenDrive Sales Through a Robust Digital Strategy: Guest Chris MaddenIn this episode, Andy Olen speaks with Chris Madden, the co-founder of Matchnode, a social-first digital agency that helps clients sell better and drive more sales through digital platforms. Chris shares valuable insights into the challenges established brands face when shifting to digital and how Matchnode fills gaps in expertise or bandwidth.One of the biggest challenges faced by established brands, according to Chris, is the creative gap. With digital advertising becoming increasingly important, creative has become crucial for marketing. While technical details like marketing tech can help improve ROI, most companies do not have the time to learn these details. That's where Matchnode can help.Chris also emphasizes the importance of targeting specific personas through creative messaging. Although interest targeting is relevant, it's not as precise as it used to be and changes quickly. Therefore, companies need outside help to keep up with the changes and to help them scale. An advantage for an agency like Matchnode is it stays ahead of the technology curve by constantly adapting to new advancements.Entrepreneurs looking to enter the market must be thoughtful and prepared rather than jumping ahead to go fast. Chris advises entrepreneurs to spend time on the core values of their business, brainstorming what problem they are solving for whom and what the benefit is. He suggests thinking more about their unique selling point and who it matters to before creating social media or website content to target the market.In the final segment, Chris discusses the importance of Web 3 in marketing and branding. He explains that to get people to take action, they must see a brand in multiple places, not just on one social media platform. Web 3 is an extremely powerful channel because it is sticky, community-driven, and collaborative. It keeps the powerful centralizing forces in society honest and creates honest rails on which people can collaborate and communicate anywhere in the world.Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by established brands when shifting to digital and the importance of creative in digital advertising. Chris also offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs looking to jump into the market and highlights the significance of Web 3 in marketing and branding.Contact Chris at MatchnodeGet in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 45 - Relationships & Negotiations Go Hand-In-HandAndy Olen is a Sales & Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenRelationships & Negotiations Go Hand-In-HandA new podcast on "Yes, If" NegotiationsRelationships matter when it comes to negotiationsSalespeople negotiate one way when the relationship with the customer is short-term, transactional, and doesn't impact future opportunitiesConversely, when the long-term relationship matters and needs to be preserved salespeople must adapt their approach to preserving relationship equityAndy believes that using the "Yes, If" cooperative principles are important when engaging in a more competitive and combative negotiationThroughout this episode, Andy shares ideas on how to use "Yes, If" even when the long-term relationship doesn't mean as muchLink to Andy Olen's websiteLink to Andy's Online CoursesGet in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 44 - Top of Funnel Sales Development with Kevin WarnerAndy Olen is a Sales & Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenTop of Funnel Sales Development with Kevin WarnerKevin Warner, the CEO of Leadium joins the podcastKevin and Andy discuss the importance of building strong and robust top-of-funnel leadsBusinesses face a critical choice - hire full-time employees to build top-of-funnel leads... or hire an agency with core competencies in this spaceKevin advocates for choosing an agency to drive top-of-funnel activities and results and shares the significant advantages of doing soFurther, Kevin and Andy discuss the important role of marketing in a commercial organization and how top-of-funnel activities may be best executed under the marketing bannerKevin defines SaaS - Software as a Service - and why it's important to leverage the advantages that software has given salespeople and marketersTechnology is always changing. A firm like Leadium stays ahead of the technological changes, so business teams and entrepreneurs can focus on value creation down-funnelSales enablement through technology will create a competitive advantage, and leaders like Kevin Warner are pushing winning solutions forwardConnect with Kevin and Leadium HEREGet in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The Sales Warrior Within | Season 2 Episode 43 - Sales Lessons From The 75-Hard Challenge Andy Olen is a Sales & Leadership Trainer and High-Performance Coach. Andy works with talented salespeople, business teams, and leaders who seek empowerment, improvement, and insight. Andy's clients strive to be the best in class."Good Selling, Good Leading, Good Living." - Andy OlenSales Lessons From The 75-Hard Challenge Andy recently completed the 75-Hard ChallengeFive rules, every day, 75 days in a rowAndy shares his experience working on mental toughness with the 75-Hard challenge and his outlook on "what's next?"The mental toughness and daily success mindset from the 75-Hard Challenge also applies to sales skills and successAndy shares ideas on how to bring daily activities into sellingHe discusses prospecting, continuous skill development, outreach, follow-up, and gratitudeLink to Andy Olen's websiteLink to Andy's Online CoursesGet in touch with Andy Olen @ andyolen.com. Andy enjoys engaging with the Sales Warrior Community.

The term, “vulnerability” has spread into realms where it's not an accurate description of what's going on. The case for being vulnerable often doesn't make sense. In the creative realm – and possibly in others – we should pursue something beyond vulnerability. When I wrote about vulnerability to my Love Mondays newsletter, saying some of what I'm about to say, I got a lot of pushback. In the current – and what I believe to be incorrect – parlance, some might say I had made myself vulnerable. I don't agree. I'll build up to why in the course of examining the vulnerability movement. I'll try to keep this organized, so that if you disagree with my line of thinking, it's easier to identify where. It's hard to talk about vulnerability in an organized way, because the more the term is abused, the more vague its definition gets. Vulnerability means “open to harm” Let's start by defining vulnerability. In the most basic terms, vulnerability means, “open to harm.” If you want to be more technical and specific, “open” in this case doesn't mean “inviting” harm, but rather “susceptible” to harm. Now I'll paraphrase some examples of how vulnerability is espoused in the current movement: “Be vulnerable at work. If you need help, don't be afraid to ask.” “Be vulnerable in relationships. Share your feelings, even if it means you might be rejected.” “Be vulnerable in your writing. Share your struggles.” (Anyone familiar with my work might be surprised to hear me tee up this last one.) I don't deny that a person might feel vulnerable in these situations. I'm not convinced they are vulnerable. I'm definitely skeptical that striving to be or even feel vulnerable is helpful. Emotional harm is the most-subjective harm If being vulnerable is being open to harm, to understand vulnerability we have to define what harm is. There are many types of harm, but I think most are covered in three categories: physical, economic, and emotional harm. Physical harm is the least-subjective realm of harm. Yes, people might perceive their physical wounds differently, and someone can have physical pains with an emotional cause, but for the most part, you can measure physical injury. Economic harm is slightly more-subjective. If you lose your job in a flourishing modern economy, you won't necessarily have scars, such as if you experienced physical harm. You may ultimately be better off. Emotional harm is almost entirely subjective. What seems like emotional harm to one person may not to another. Some can't stand to be looked at by a stranger. Others don't care if someone criticizes them. Importantly, what causes emotional harm to a person when they're inexperienced in a realm may not – later, to that same person – cause emotional harm after they become experienced in that same realm. More on that later. The vulnerability movement: “Be vulnerable, and benefit” Now that we've defined vulnerability as “open to harm,” and identified most harms as physical, economic, or emotional, let's try to identify the case being made for vulnerability by the vulnerability movement. When I say vulnerability movement, I'm not talking about any one person, but rather my perception as a very-confused outsider, trying to make sense of the conversations being had about vulnerability in TED talks, on social media, on podcasts, and at cocktail parties. As far as I can understand, the pitch of the vulnerability movement is, “be vulnerable and benefit.” To paraphrase, using the prior examples from work, love, and art: “If you need help at work, ask for it. You risk looking like you don't know what you're doing, but you and your team will perform better.” “Be the first in a relationship to say, ‘I love you.' You risk rejection, but otherwise you'll have a deeper relationship.” “Share your struggles in your writing. People may laugh at you, but your words will help others.” To be clear, I think these actions can be wise. But I don't believe they're objectively vulnerable, and you don't have to make vulnerability a goal – and maybe you shouldn't make vulnerability a goal – to catalyze these actions. These are all cases to “be vulnerable and benefit.” To be vulnerable is to be open to harm. If you ultimately benefit from an action, were you vulnerable – were you open to harm – in the first place? Is it vulnerability if it needs boundaries? Some might say, Well, you don't know the outcome of these actions in advance, so you're risking harm by taking them. Yet anyone who speaks intelligently about vulnerability rightly says it should come with boundaries. A CEO shouldn't freak out about the potential fate of the company, in front of employees and shareholders. You shouldn't spend your first date complaining about your ex. You shouldn't share your struggles with depression in writing a user manual for a Bluetooth speaker. Too much vulnerability is oversharing. So, according to the movement, vulnerability should be a calculated risk, one you're likely to benefit from, and one that isn't likely to ruin you. Don't seek vulnerability, seek ideals It seems to me the case being made for vulnerability is in pursuit of important ideals, including but not limited to truth, security, and alignment. The more we're honest at work, the more effective we can be in an efficient marketplace. The more we share our feelings in our relationships, the more secure we feel. The more of our true selves we put into our art, the more it resonates with others. “Fear” is the word you're looking for I think a better term for what we experience in pursuit of these ideals is “fear.” Fear is a feeling of discomfort in the face of perceived danger. Fear can be irrational. The perceived danger can be entirely in your head. Some people experience fear just looking at a spider that has no chance of physically harming them. Some people experience fear looking at birds. Valid vulnerability isn't the type being promoted I've ventured into unfamiliar territory thinking about vulnerability and putting together this critique. I found many areas where truly being vulnerable resulted in benefits, such as in combat, activism, and workplace inclusion. True vulnerability, it seems, is the product of power, and people sometimes have to be vulnerable to dissolve that power. These areas are outside the scope of this short critique. Besides, I haven't come across much chatter in the vulnerability movement that makes cases for vulnerability in these valid areas. But aren't I a “vulnerable” writer? One area I am very familiar with is creative work. Some readers have described some of my work as “vulnerable.” I've written about the death of my mother, the death of a lover, and published a conversation about grief. I've listed my failures and published my private doubts in my pursuit of a career as a writer. I've written about my health struggles in graphic detail, and shared my struggles with moving to another country. I've been publicly reporting my income for years, starting when it was even less-impressive than it is now. I'm further critiquing vulnerability in this article, even though I got angry emails in response to my short newsletter on the topic. Was I, am I, vulnerable in creating these things? I don't think so. Am I risking physical harm? Not likely. Economic harm? I don't think so. Emotional harm? That's not up to someone else to decide. What looks like “vulnerability” is “antifragility” Have I ever felt vulnerable writing these things? In retrospect, I guess I did. More accurately, I felt fear. Because I was not vulnerable. I benefitted greatly writing these things. I grew, and got to know myself. I found my voice and got closer to doing work that comes from my core. It was all real and came from an authentic place, but I grew my business in the process. I took calculated risks, and I got better at calculating along the way. I thought that by writing public income reports, I would improve my thought processes and grow my business – I did. I thought that having a public conversation about grief would help me live with it – it has. I thought that by writing about my mysterious health issues, readers would send me ideas that would help me get better – they did. I'm not claiming to be Galileo or Harvey Milk, which is kind of the point – their work made them objectively vulnerable. But I know I've never set out to deliberately be vulnerable. I've set out to face fears, because I believed they were irrational. Somewhere along the way, I stopped being scared. What once felt like fear morphed into excitement to see what would happen – to see if this action would take me closer to truth, security, and alignment. Vulnerability as a boundary, not a beacon Now that I've been at it a long time, if I were to feel vulnerable, I would see that as a boundary, not a beacon. That would be a warning sign that I'm oversharing, and needlessly putting myself in danger. That's one problem with espousing the pursuit of a subjective feeling: Being afraid is not the same as being vulnerable. The more experienced you get – in work, love, or art – the more adeptly you can recognize when you really are vulnerable, and decide it's a good idea to stop. Performative vulnerability is a slippery slope When I wrote about this in my newsletter, some readers said they had been in communities where appearing vulnerable became a sort of contest. People seemed to be oversharing just to outdo one another. That's another problem with espousing the pursuit of a subjective feeling: If vulnerability is the goal – whether that's being, feeling, or appearing vulnerable – you incentivize vulnerability. The definitions and the actions fitting those definitions tumble over one another down a very slippery slope. Vulnerability can be a productive lie Sometimes we tell ourselves productive lies. You can commit to working for ten minutes, knowing you'll keep going once you've reached that goal. You can give yourself permission to suck – notice that's “permission,” not “directive” – knowing you'll improve or do better than you had expected. Maybe the pursuit to feel vulnerable is a productive lie. It teaches you to face your irrational fears. But at some point you hopefully grow beyond vulnerability – where feeling vulnerable is a sign of danger. There are cases where danger – true vulnerability – is worth the risk, but that's only because the ideals you're pursuing are worth that much. What looks like vulnerability is a byproduct, not a goal Choosing your actions with vulnerability as a goal is like building a boat designed to splash water. Boats splash water because they're traveling to a destination. You feel or even are vulnerable in the pursuit of something more important. A boat designed to splash water won't travel as efficiently as a boat designed to go somewhere. I believe that a person designing their actions to feel vulnerable won't be as effective as a person driven to pursue an ideal. That's what lies beyond vulnerability. Image: Error on Green, Paul Klee Thank you for having me on your podcasts! Thank you for having me on your podcasts. Thank you to Brilliant Miller at The School for Good Living podcast. As always, you can find interviews of me on my interviews page. About Your Host, David Kadavy David Kadavy is author of Mind Management, Not Time Management, The Heart to Start and Design for Hackers. Through the Love Your Work podcast, his Love Mondays newsletter, and self-publishing coaching David helps you make it as a creative. Follow David on: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube Subscribe to Love Your Work Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify Stitcher YouTube RSS Email Support the show on Patreon Put your money where your mind is. Patreon lets you support independent creators like me. Support now on Patreon »       Show notes: http://kadavy.net/blog/posts/beyond-vulnerability/

Jeffrey Madoff's first career was as a fashion designer. He was chosen one of the top 10 designers in the U.S.  Switching careers to film production, he has directed award winning commercials, documentaries and web content around the world for clients such as Ralph Lauren, Victoria's Secret, and Tiffany. His book, “Creative Careers: Making a Living with Your Ideas,” is an Amazon Bestseller based on the class he teaches at Parsons School of Design in NYC. Madoff's play, “Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical,” about the life of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Lloyd Price, had its world premiere in 2022.

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Rylee Meek is the host of The Sales Conversion Podcast and founder and CEO of the Social Dynamic Selling System. After responding to a small ad on Craigslist in 2009, and with a burning desire for more, he went on to produce over $150 million in sales over the past 9 years. Now that Rylee Meek has perfected his model through continual trial and error, he is sharing his learned wisdom and is on a mission to help other entrepreneurs and business owners achieve the revenue goals they have to live the lifestyle they desire. Everything he teaches is tried, tested, refined, and proven to create a predictable, sustainable, and scalable selling system. Our Team has promoted over 25,000 events and connected over 2+ million consumers with their clients. That experience is put to work with every new campaign we produce. No other marketing company can offer our solutions. Rylee is in the client acquisition business – Follow the Social Dynamic Selling Blueprint and you too can develop a Predictable, Sustainable, Scalable Selling System.   In this episode, Brad and Rylee discuss in depth The King's Council, Jesus, and the bible. Definitely an episode that makes you think! Tune in!   00:00 Intro 01:29 Jesus 06:44 God 17:00 Bomb: Creating culture on Lightspeed 21:33 The desire to create the community 22:20 Bomb: “With God, all things are possible.” - Rylee Meek 35:00 Buying into the bible 40:00 God's name 48:22 *God is everywhere* 52:30 The King's Council as a faith based business 59:15 Bomb: “I am just gonna live every day in excellence.” - Rylee Meek 59:46 To learn more about Rylee go to https://www.ryleemeek.com